Idaho House defeats bill outlawing protests at private homes
Legislation to make it illegal to demonstrate at private residences in Idaho was defeated Tuesday in the state…
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School elections take place Tuesday
Bannock County election officials say the turnout has been…
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Aquatic plants threatening color of Blue Heart Springs
Two types of aquatic plants have been growing at the bottom of Blue Heart Springs in Idaho, threatening the tourist destination’s blue waters by…
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Guns-in-schools bill advances to full House
A bill to let any school employee with an enhanced concealed carry permit have a gun on public school grounds without the permission approval from…
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Idaho COVID-19 vaccine briefing Tuesday
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) will hold a briefing about the COVID-19 vaccine in Idaho at 2:30 p.m.…
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Bill to lift Idaho smoking age from 18 to 21 heads to House
A House panel on Tuesday approved legislation banning anyone under 21 from buying cigarettes or electronic smoking…
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Hunter harvest was up for elk, mule deer and white-tailed deer in 2020
Idaho elk and deer hunters had increased harvests in 2020 after dipping between 2018 and…
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CEI outlines plans for expansion
The College of Eastern Idaho has outlined plans to build a 94,000 square foot building on its Idaho Falls campus to house its cyber training…
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GOP Idaho lawmakers aim to defund party’s attorney general
When the Texas attorney general sued to invalidate Joe Biden’s presidential victory in some states despite no evidence of widespread fraud, many said…
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Gov. Little reflects year of Idaho’s pandemic fight
Governor Brad Little issued a statement Tuesday reflecting on one year of Idaho’s pandemic fight.…
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Eastern Idaho cocaine dealer sentenced
A 51-year-old Idaho Falls man was sentenced in U.S. District Court to 58 months in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute cocaine,…
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378 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 11 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 378 new COVID-19 cases and 11 new deaths on…
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Industrial hemp bill passes House
The Idaho House passed a bill Monday to legalize the production of industrial…
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Idaho gas prices rise this week
For many Idaho drivers, the days of cheaper gas prices are officially in the rearview mirror. …
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House panel OKs bill to make ballot initiatives tougher
A House panel has approved legislation making it more difficult to get initiatives or referendums on ballots in what is seen as a rural vs. urban…
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Reward for reporting illegal motorized travel or dumping on public land
The BLM is asking everyone to report illegal off-road travel or illegal dumping on public lands. It could earn the caller a $500 reward from the…
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“School of Rock” hits Snake River students
When you think of high school band class, traditionally one might think of concert music or jazz…
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Protesters burn masks at Idaho Capitol rally against rules
Idaho State Police say that while a permit was given for the protest, there were to be no open…
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RMHC needs community support
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Idaho is on a mission to help local families in…
Continue Reading 104 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 3 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 104 new COVID-19 cases and three new deaths on…
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3 dogs safe after pulled from Snake River
Three dogs are safe after they were pulled from the icy Snake River…
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S. Idaho man facing murder charge years after wife’s death
A south-central Idaho man has been charged with first-degree murder following the shooting death of his wife in…
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Christopher Tapp joins Gov. Little as he signs bill to compensate wrongly convicted
Christopher Tapp and Senator Doug Ricks joined Governor Brad Little as he signed a bill to compensate people wrongly convicted of crimes in Idaho…
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Idaho officials reported 240 new COVID-19 cases on…
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Preliminary results released after 3 Idaho National Guard members killed in helicopter crash
The Idaho National Guard announced Friday the preliminary results of the U.S. Army Combat Readiness Center’s investigation into the Feb. 2 UH-60…
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Idaho House passes opt in requirement for sex education
Lawmakers in the Idaho House have passed legislation that would require parents to opt in their kids to some sex education lessons in school.…
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Filer man sentenced to 24 years for sexual exploitation of children
A 29-year-old Filer man was sentenced in U.S. District Court to 292 months in federal prison for sexual exploitation of children, Acting U.S.…
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9 applicants seek Idaho Supreme Court seat
Nine attorneys and judges from across Idaho are being considered to replace retiring Idaho Supreme Court Justice Roger…
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Local teacher-certification bill passes House
The State House of Representatives passed a bill Friday to allow local school districts and public charter schools to certify anyone as a teacher as…
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Idaho House kills attorney general’s budget
The Idaho House has killed the Idaho Attorney General’s budget for the upcoming year, a move that will force the Legislature’s budget-setting…
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Idaho man charged with hacking into computers in Georgia
An Idaho man faces federal charges after authorities say he hacked into the computers of a Georgia city and Atlanta area medical…
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DEQ seeks comment on draft water reuse permit for J.R. Simplot Company, Inc.
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking public comment on a draft water reuse permit for J.R. Simplot Company, Inc., Aberdeen…
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Changes in the works for Packsaddle Lake
The Teton Basin Ranger District is looking at making important improvements to the Packsaddle Lake Recreation area and is asking for the public’s…
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Labor Department unveils new look for IdahoWorks website
The Idaho Department of Labor’s website to connect job seekers with employers has a new…
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Idaho AG says schools can ban electioneers on election days
The Idaho Attorney General’s office says a northern Idaho school district was within its rights to remove an electioneering demonstrator from…
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Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee meets on Friday
The COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will meet from noon to 2 p.m. MST on Friday, March…
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Idaho launches new COVID-19 vaccine appointment pre-registration system
A new COVID-19 vaccine appointment pre-registration system is now…
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Idaho woman charged with taking part in US Capitol breach
An Idaho woman who bragged on social media videos that she was among those who breached the U.S. Capitol as insurrectionists attempted to stop the…
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COVID-19 cases on the rise as Bonneville, Fremont, Jefferson move up to moderate risk category
Health officials are urging us to remain alert even as more vaccines are rolling…
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Idaho officials reported 299 new COVID-19 cases on…
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Idaho lawmaker draws ire after saying moms should stay home
A decision by Idaho lawmakers to reject a $6 million federal grant to improve early childhood education – and comments from one lawmaker who said…
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Idaho set to launch new COVID-19 vaccine appointment system
Health officials in Idaho have announced a new centralized state system will allow residents this month to reserve coronavirus vaccine appointments.…
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Shoshone-Bannock Tribes, EPA sue phosphate mine company
The Environmental Protection Agency and the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes have each sued a phosphate mining company owned by Monsanto over toxic waste that…
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Invasive mussels discovered in aquarium products
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture’s (ISDA) Invasive Species Program announced Thursday the detection of invasive zebra mussels in aquarium…
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Simpson cosponsors the Grizzly Bear State Management Act
Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson joined Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney in reintroducing H.R 1403, the Grizzly Bear State Management Act.…
Continue Reading Idaho cow manure pollution bill approved by Senate panel
A Senate panel has approved legislation that’s the product of more than 400,000 cows and some 50 million pounds a day of cow manure.…
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Fish and Game seeks comments about several proposed rule changes
Idaho Fish and Game is launching a negotiated rulemaking process and wants to hear from you about four dockets of proposed rule changes.…
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Challis, Salmon communities raise money for young man’s surgery
Rowdy Piva of Challis, Idaho is turning 21 Thursday, but instead of celebrating, he’s in Minnesota fighting for his…
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Idaho officials reported 452 new COVID-19 cases and 5 new deaths on…
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Idaho could increase snowmobile fees
A House bill is now in the Senate which could increase the current snowmobile certificate…
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Idaho transgender athlete ban is template for other states
Idaho passed the nation’s first ban on transgender athletes in women’s sports last year, and the concept has since spread across the country,…
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5 simple steps to get your Idaho tax refund faster
As we prepare to file our 2020 Idaho income tax return, the Idaho State Tax Commission offers the following tips to help you get your refund…
Continue Reading Idaho bill axing COVID-19 from emergency list passes House
The Idaho House has passed legislation to define how severe an epidemic must be before it can qualify as a disaster — and the current coronavirus…
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Idaho Senate OKs plan for lawmakers to call special sessions
The Senate has approved a new version of a constitutional amendment allowing the part-time Idaho Legislature to call itself into session.…
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U of I reports significant increase in COVID-19 cases
The University of Idaho has reported an increase in COVID-19 positives after a recent long weekend and subsequent snow closure in Moscow.…
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STEM A.C. Foundation board adds new members
Three business and education leaders recently joined the Idaho STEM Action Center Foundation’s board of…
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Star Card deadline approaches
The Idaho Division of Motor Vehicles continues to raise awareness of the importance of obtaining a Star Card – Idaho’s REAL…
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Idaho Law Foundation Program receives national award
The Idaho Law Foundation’s Law Related Education Program received a 2020 Law Day Outstanding Activity Award from the American Bar Association for…
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Legislation introduced to ban mask mandates in Idaho
An Idaho House panel took up legislation Tuesday to prohibit mask mandates by government entities that have been put in place to slow the spread of…
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Idaho officials reported 374 new COVID-19 cases and 4 new deaths on…
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Gov. Little’s Emergency Declaration secures millions in funding for vaccination effort
Governor Brad Little announced Tuesday the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded $39 million to the Idaho Office of Emergency…
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Birth control bill killed in the Senate
For the third year in a row, the State Senate has killed a bill that supporters say would give women easier access to birth…
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COVID-19 vaccine priority group 2.3 becomes eligible March 15
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will move forward with its next COVID-19 vaccine priority…
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Idaho House OKs legislation to defund abortion providers
The House on Tuesday passed legislation that would halt public funding to any entities that advise women about their abortion…
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Labor Department advises Idahoans to watch for identity theft
The Idaho Department of Labor is reminding people to be alert for identity theft related to unemployment insurance…
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Alturas Preparatory Academy to move into former Sears property
Alturas International Academy Charter School is excited to introduce its new location to provide…
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Businesses can e-file state, federal income taxes together
Businesses wanting to e-file both their federal and state income tax returns should visit the Idaho State Tax Commission website, tax.idaho.gov.…
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Idaho COVID-19 vaccine briefing Tuesday
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) will hold a briefing about the COVID-19 vaccine in Idaho at 2:30 p.m.…
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Gov. Little to hold town hall Tuesday
You can participate in an hour-long statewide telephone town hall with Idaho Governor Brad Little and Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Director…
Continue Reading SDE awards federal technology funds for child nutrition across Idaho
Thirteen school districts and child care organizations across Idaho will implement innovative technology for child nutrition programs thanks to more…
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Bowe Bergdahl wants court-martial expunged
US soldier and Hailey, Idaho native Bowe Bergdahl is filing a lawsuit asking for his sentence to be…
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Idaho officials reported 322 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths on…
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Police investigate Saturday shooting
The Idaho Falls Police Department is currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Saturday.…
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Idaho Falls awarded grant to develop plans for innovation district
A big push toward innovation in Idaho Falls is set to get…
Continue Reading Idaho panel OKs new version of constitutional amendment
A Senate panel of lawmakers has approved a new version of a constitutional amendment allowing the part-time Idaho Legislature to call itself into…
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Declining Idaho suicide rate likely hurt by pandemic
Idaho’s suicide rate dropped steeply before the pandemic, but the trend may have reversed in 2020, according to federal…
Continue Reading Idaho Senate OKs bill to make ballot initiatives tougher
The Idaho Senate has approved legislation to make it more difficult to get initiatives or referendums on ballots.…
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Idaho officials ask for bird feeder removals amid outbreak
Idaho fish and wildlife officials are recommending that residents take down their backyard bird feeders or clean them frequently amid a salmonella…
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Former Idaho attorneys general form group to fight lawmakers
Two former Idaho attorneys general and a former deputy attorney general have formed a group to fight what they say are unconstitutional laws being…
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A look at Idaho’s Black History and Future
As Black History Month comes to a close, KIFI takes a look at Idaho’s Black…
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Avalanche in Northern Idaho takes another life
A wall of snow killed a snowmobiler on Tiger Peak in Northern Idaho. Robert Wheelock, president of Silver Valley Search and Rescue, says search crews…
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Idaho officials reported 233 new COVID-19 cases and 1 new death on…
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Winter weather passing, some temporarily closed roads reopen
Various locations in Eastern Idaho are experiencing high-speed winds that are creating blowing and drifting snow and low visibility on the roadways.…
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Idaho officials reported 312 new COVID-19 cases and 9 new deaths on…
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Shooting suspect changes plea
An Ammon man is in jail on charges of shooting at an apartment building in Idaho Falls. No one was injured in the shooting, police said.…
Continue Reading Legislature sends $175M rental assistance bill to governor
Residents of Idaho could see millions of dollars in rental assistance during the pandemic if the governor signs a bill authorizing the…
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Idaho officials reported 306 new COVID-19 cases and 10 new deaths on…
Continue Reading Bill to defund abortion providers passes House committee
A panel of Idaho lawmakers has passed a bill that would halt all public funding to any entities that advise women about their abortion options.…
Continue Reading Idaho lawmakers drop coronavirus lawsuit against Legislature
Two Idaho lawmakers have dropped their lawsuit against the Republican-led state Legislature and legislative leadership that alleged lax coronavirus…
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INL awards economic development grants
The Idaho National Laboratory has awarded over $105,000 in economic development grants to numerous non-profits.…
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Idaho officials reported 423 new COVID-19 cases on…
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First confirmed infection with UK coronavirus variant in Idaho
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and Central District HealtH have confirmed the first known infection with the UK (B.1.1.7) variant of the…
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D91 to return to 5 days
Idaho Falls School District 91 has a new COVID-19 response…
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Wasden announces leadership restructuring
Attorney General Lawrence Wasden announced Wednesday the restructuring of his office’s leadership team ahead of the retirement of longtime Chief…
Continue Reading Idaho Democrats say GOP priorities amount to power grab
Democratic lawmakers from the Idaho House and Senate blasted their Republican colleagues Wednesday for engaging in what they called a power grab from…
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ITD crews build snow trenches on SH33
Idaho Transportation Department crews are working on building snow trenches on SH33 in between Newdale and…
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Preliminary report released after avalanche kills Preston man
The Utah Avalanche Center released a preliminary accident report regarding a large avalanche on the east side of Sherman Peak in the Montpelier…
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A look at the progress of Pocatello High School addition
Good weather is keeping construction moving on the Pocatello High School…
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Idaho officials reported 282 new COVID-19 cases and 14 new deaths on…
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EIPH preparing for next round of eligible vaccinations
Eastern Idaho Public Health is preparing to schedule COVID-19 vaccination appointments for the next group of eligible recipients.…
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