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Rigby man arrested on drug charges following pursuit

February 20, 2025 10:26 AM Curtis Jackson

A Rigby man is in jail on drug charges and not stopping for deputies.…

Snow event issued for Idaho Falls creating parking restrictions

February 20, 2025 8:47 AM News Release

The recent snowfall resulted in more than two inches of snow, which qualifies as a snow event. Parking restrictions are now in place for all roads…

Multiple agencies execute backcountry rescue

February 19, 2025 3:40 PM Seth Ratliff

Two people were rescued by four separate agencies after an off-road accident between Swan Valley and…

Photo shows crews install the final structural beam of Future Tech building.

Construction reaches major milestone towards CEI Future Tech Building

February 19, 2025 12:26 PM Seth Ratliff

“Yes, it’s a physical structure, but it’s also about building opportunities,” said Lori Barber, President of CEI. “At CEI, we build people,…

Unleash your inner artist – Saturday in Idaho Falls

February 19, 2025 11:12 AM Seth Ratliff

“We’re throwing open our doors from 10 AM to 4 PM with FREE admission all day long,” write Art Museum staff. “But that’s not all — from 10 AM…

Man arrested for smoking marijuana with kids in car

February 19, 2025 9:58 AM Curtis Jackson

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office arrested an Ammon man for smoking marijuana with kids in the car.…

Family of Teton county murder victims respond to guilty plea – Local News 8 Exclusive

February 18, 2025 5:02 PM Ariel Jensen

“This last year and however many months has been a lot to take in and the last few days have been no exception,” Kali’s cousin Meg Fischer told Local…

50 States/50 Protests – Dozens gather for protest across Southeast Idaho

February 17, 2025 3:48 PM Sam Ross, Ariel Jensen

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– Multiple protests took place across Southeast Idaho on Monday, the demonstrations part of protests from coast to coast…

Idaho Falls Regional Airport seeks public input for ongoing master plan process

February 17, 2025 10:46 AM Seth Ratliff

Idaho Falls Regional Airport staff are asking for public input to discuss the airport’s future as part of their ongoing Master…

Police search for 2 suspects following burglary; 2 in custody

February 16, 2025 10:49 AM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Two men are in custody after an early morning beer theft Sunday morning. Idaho Falls Police continue to search the…

Music lovers get jazzed for jazz

February 15, 2025 9:29 PM Noah Farley

The annual concert featured performances by Aisha de Haas and Nova Payton, accompanied by the Idaho Falls Symphony.…

Local protest against Trump Administration policies

February 15, 2025 4:51 PM Noah Farley

The protesters say the policies dismantle programs that support both working-class and middle-class citizens and funnel millions of dollars to…

Local shop sees major increase in Valentine’s Day sales

February 14, 2025 5:06 PM Noah Farley

Mike Richards, owner of Love at First Bite Mercantile, says their Valentine’s Day sales are up 25% from last…

Unleash the Love with Half-Price Pet Adoptions This Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2025 4:37 PM Ariel Jensen

he Idaho Falls animal shelter has the purr-fect Valentine’s Day treat for families, couples, and…

Hundreds gather for fly fishing expo

February 14, 2025 4:43 PM Noah Farley

The expo features several vendors and workshops on fishing, tying, casting, and…

Harlem Globetrotters reschedules game at Mountain America Center for April 5th

February 14, 2025 12:10 PM Curtis Jackson

The Mountain America Center said the Harlem Globetrotters have rescheduled their postponed game for Saturday, April 5, at 2:00 p.m.…

Jeremy Best pleads guilty to the murders of pregnant wife and infant son

February 13, 2025 6:17 PM Seth Ratliff, Ariel Jensen

UPDATE: FRI Feb 14, 2025, 10:50 AM – The Kali Best family sent Local New 8 a statement regarding Jeremy Best guilty plea. It said: “Yesterday marked…

Local eateries gear up for Valentine’s Day rush

February 13, 2025 4:15 PM Ariel Jensen

Tomorrow is the big day for love and romance and local restaurants are…

Idaho Potato Commission introduces limited Valentines Day creation “Kiss of French”

February 13, 2025 10:20 AM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)—If you’re looking for a unique Valentine’s Day gift, the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) released a limited-edition lip…

Community All-Stars: A glimpse at how Idaho & Wyoming rank in top states for elderly care

February 16, 2025 5:00 AM Kailey Galaviz, Jeff Roper

Caroline Young, Executive Director at Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living in Idaho Falls, is a shining example of how care and compassion are making a…

Missing Ammon man found dead in Clark County

February 12, 2025 9:08 AM Curtis Jackson

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Troy McNett, 58, of Ammon who has been reported missing since Monday.…

Immigration expert explains ICE’s deportation priorities

February 11, 2025 6:16 PM Ariel Jensen

Local News 8 spoke with an Idaho Falls immigration expert, who wants to remain anonymous, about the deportations. The expert said he consults…

Extreme cold causes school delays Wednesday

February 11, 2025 3:27 PM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The National Weather Service has issued an extreme cold warning for the Upper Snake River Plain due to potentially…

Missing Fremont County teen found safe

February 11, 2025 12:52 PM Seth Ratliff

UPDATE: 3:56 pm, February 11 FREMONT, Idaho (KIFI) – The missing 13-year-old from Fremont County has been found. “Hayden has been found safe. Thank…

Irwin man in custody following alleged early morning assault

February 11, 2025 11:32 AM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – An Irwin man has been after allegedly assaulting his female roommate. 32-year-old Jorge Alberto Mendoza Minero has been…

Bonneville Sheriff’s deputies seek walkaway

February 11, 2025 11:02 AM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The Bonneville County sheriff’s office are searching for 45-year-old walkaway Jeremey Don Colwell. Colwell was due back…

Mark Bent sentenced to 30 years in prison for killing Nikolas Bird

February 10, 2025 5:03 PM Curtis Jackson

District Judge Michael Whyte sentenced Bent to 30 years determinant to life indeterminant on…

Idaho reading scores at low point, how parents can help

February 10, 2025 5:37 PM Noah Farley

In Idaho, over 40% of K-3 students are not reading at their grade…

New Idaho bill would protect news source confidentiality

February 10, 2025 5:24 PM Noah Farley

“We want [media sources] to feel confident that if they go to the media, that they are protected as a source, if they want to remain…

“From the Ashes” – Mud Lake community rebuilds chapel following tragic fire

February 10, 2025 12:55 PM Seth Ratliff

REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – The St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Mud Lake has finally been rebuilt after the fire of the summer of 2021. The congregation…

Jason C. Cartier, 36 of Bonneville County

Wanted man now in custody following failed Fentanyl flush

February 10, 2025 11:50 AM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Friday evening, Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies caught a wanted man after he allegedly attempted to flush a…

Crews repair water main on John Adams Parkway Monday

February 10, 2025 9:13 AM News Release

The City of Idaho Falls Water Division will be repairing a broken water main on the 1800 block of John Adams Parkway on Monday, Feb.…

Super Bowl merchandise sales

February 9, 2025 6:37 PM Noah Farley

A lot of people who buy team jerseys and hats aren’t even sports…

Fizz Rizz creates original Idaho mocktails for Super Bowl LIX

February 8, 2025 10:09 PM Seth Ratliff

REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – The Monday after the super bowl is known as “National Football Hangover day.” But, the experts at Fizz Rizz, in Rexburg, are…

Birthday Wish – Wear mismatched socks to support local family

February 8, 2025 7:14 PM Seth Ratliff

The family of a young man who completed his battle with heart disease last week is sharing a very special birthday…

Local FamilySearch Center celebrates Black History Month

February 8, 2025 4:44 PM Noah Farley

Tracking family records can be a challenge for members of the African-American…

Blowing snow causes whiteout conditions forcing road closures

February 7, 2025 3:30 PM Curtis Jackson

Blowing and drifting snow has caused the Idaho Transportation Department to close two remote highways in eastern Idaho.…

Intermountain Packing CEO charged for causing a public nuisance

February 7, 2025 5:08 PM Tucker Robertson, Ariel Jensen

The CEO of a local meat processing plant made his first court appearance…

Fixxology opens a new location in Idaho Falls

February 7, 2025 10:40 AM Kailey Galaviz

A beloved soda shop is expanding even more in east Idaho with another location set to open on…

Will egg prices go back down soon?

February 6, 2025 5:42 PM Noah Farley

The high egg prices are affecting millions of people and restaurants that use eggs for their menu…

Got old gadgets? E-Waste recycling event coming to Idaho Falls

February 6, 2025 3:36 PM News Release

The Idaho National Laboratory and E Cyclers of Idaho will host several electronic waste collection events at the Idaho Falls Public Library and Ammon…

TRAFFIC ALERT: Water main repair on Woodruff Avenue Thursday

February 6, 2025 11:40 AM Curtis Jackson

The City of Idaho Falls Water Division will be repairing a broken water main on the 1300 block of South Woodruff Avenue on Thursday, Feb.…

Intermountain Packing faces public nuisance charge over odor

February 5, 2025 6:22 PM Curtis Jackson

Idaho Falls city prosecutors have charged a local meat processing plant with a misdemeanor for causing a bad smell in the…

2025 National Burn Awareness Week – Help prevent pediatric burns

February 5, 2025 5:06 PM Seth Ratliff

The American Burn Association (ABA) has dedicated this week as National Burn Awareness…

February 5th is ‘Idaho Loves Shelter Animals Day’

February 5, 2025 4:46 PM Seth Ratliff

Governor Brad Little has proclaimed Wednesday, February 5, as Idaho Loves Shelter Animals Day, an initiative aimed at making the Gem State a no-kill…

Annual Souper Bowl Food Drive underway between Idaho Falls and Skyline High Schools

February 4, 2025 12:40 PM Curtis Jackson

Idaho Falls High and Skyline High once again help feed families in the community with the annual Souper Bowl Food Drive.…

Early morning farmhouse fire in Bonneville County

February 4, 2025 6:50 AM Zach Glancy

Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to a farmhouse fire on the 6000 block of W 33d S in Bonneville County around 4:02 a.m. Tuesday…

3 car collision north of Shelley sends two to the hospital

February 3, 2025 3:13 PM Curtis Jackson

Idaho State Police are investigating a three-vehicle crash that blocked US 91 north of Shelley Monday…

New museum exhibit opening weekend

February 2, 2025 5:34 PM Noah Farley

“Those of us, myself included, who didn’t know a whole lot about AI a year ago, we really need to be made…

Snake River Animal Shelter open Sundays

February 2, 2025 5:01 PM Noah Farley

The extra hours on Sundays should make it easier and more likely for people to adopt cats and…

Protest against ICE policy packs street

February 1, 2025 5:39 PM Noah Farley

“We want to take a stand against systemic racism and unjust immigration…

Propane safety tips to prevent house explosion

January 31, 2025 5:02 PM Ariel Jensen

In light of Tuesday’s house explosion, people might be wondering about safely operating propane tanks in their…

Mortar caused the evacuation of Idaho Falls Regional Airport earlier this month

January 31, 2025 4:54 PM Tucker Robertson

The Transportation Security Administration said on Facebook that an inert mortar was found in one Idaho Falls Regional Airport passenger’s checked…

Community All-Stars: “Service is a valuable thing” – ‘Valentine’s for Seniors’ with JustServe

February 2, 2025 10:40 AM Kailey Galaviz

For many senior citizens, Valentine’s Day can be a reminder of loss or loneliness. That’s why JustServe Idaho Falls is stepping in with ‘Valentine’s…

ICE policy protest set for Saturday in Idaho Falls

January 31, 2025 10:26 AM Curtis Jackson

A peaceful demonstration against current Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) policies is planned for Saturday, February 1, at noon at the…

Museum opens exhibit on pros and cons of AI

January 30, 2025 5:45 PM Noah Farley

“In my opinion, AI needs to be treated a lot like nuclear…

Water board placed temporary hold on recharge well funding

January 28, 2025 6:47 PM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – A controversial move by the state water board is causing concern for some farmers. In mid-January, the board voted…

Is marriage a right? – Local woman responds to controversial state proposal

January 28, 2025 6:39 PM Seth Ratliff

This week, the Idaho House passed a memorial asking the U.S. Supreme Court to reconsider its ruling in the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges decision,…

INL, U of I expand research partnership

January 27, 2025 5:28 PM Seth Ratliff

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – The University of Idaho and the Idaho National Lab (INL) are expanding their long-term partnership toward developing the…

Keeping creepy critters out in the cold

January 27, 2025 5:05 PM Noah Farley

“If you don’t control that activity this time of year, you are going to see a large increase in activity come spring when things come out of their…

Annual film festival visits Idaho Falls

January 26, 2025 11:59 AM Noah Farley

The tour travels through more than 600 communities in over 40 countries around the…

Hundreds gather for esports tournament

January 25, 2025 4:50 PM Noah Farley

There are several benefits the students can get from playing—including college…

Bird Flu threat looms over Idaho pets

January 24, 2025 4:02 PM Ariel Jensen

Bird flu is a particular…

Local food basket’s numbers show huge hunger increase

January 24, 2025 2:09 PM Noah Farley

In 2023, the Food Basket served about 66,500 people, but served 109,000 in…

Idaho Falls DVSAC in need of volunteers

January 23, 2025 5:49 PM Ariel Jensen

According to data collected from state and local law enforcement agencies, intimate partner violence is an issue in Eastern…

Falls Water has lifted their boil advisory

January 22, 2025 9:35 AM Curtis Jackson

Falls Water Company has issued a water boil advisory on Wednesday morning, January 22, 2025.…

Protecting your car from the extreme cold

January 23, 2025 12:34 PM Noah Farley

If you regularly go to the same oil change place, they might have a complimentary ‘top-off’…

Get a poorly drawn pet portrait by supporting this local fundraiser

January 22, 2025 10:29 PM Ashley Chilcutt

BONNEVILLE COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) — Are you looking for a unique gift to give on Valentine’s Day? You can get a hand-drawn picture of your pet from…

Ammon Mayor shares more detail on 17th bridge construction project plans

January 22, 2025 5:48 PM Ariel Jensen

Ammon Mayor Sean Coletti explained what is happening with the 17th Street bridge construction project following our report on Tuesday, Jan.…

Water main valve repair on John Adams Parkway

January 22, 2025 5:41 PM Tucker Robertson

The City of Idaho Falls Water Division will be replacing a water main valve at the intersection of John Adams Parkway and Fanning Avenue on Thursday…

Record passengers taking flight from the Idaho Falls Regional Airport

January 22, 2025 4:23 PM Tucker Robertson

The number of passengers at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) is flying sky…

Controversial proposal to challenge same-sex marriage moves to Idaho House floor

January 22, 2025 4:23 PM Seth Ratliff

A proposal to challenge same-sex marriage at the Supreme Court level is now moving to the Idaho House…

Water line repair scheduled Wednesday on Shoup Avenue in Idaho Falls

January 21, 2025 4:57 PM Curtis Jackson

The City of Idaho Falls Water Division will be repairing a water service line on the 500 block of Shoup Avenue, on Wednesday, Jan.…

Body found inside parked vehicle near Bonneville County landfill

January 21, 2025 4:35 PM Curtis Jackson

Bonneville County Sheriff’s office is investigating a body discovered near the Peterson Hill Landfill on E. Sunnyside Road.…

17th Street bridge construction stirring trouble for neighboring businesses

January 21, 2025 5:05 PM Ariel Jensen

If you have driven by the Grand Teton Mall or the Ammon Target the last couple of days, you may have noticed traffic is busier than usual.

17th…

Idaho Falls Rescue Mission supports those in need during extreme cold

January 21, 2025 3:57 PM Seth Ratliff

Subzero temperatures are creating dangerous conditions across eastern Idaho and some of those most at risk are people without…

One injured in 2 car crash north of Idaho Falls

January 21, 2025 11:05 AM Curtis Jackson

One person was taken to the hospital after a car crash north of Idaho…

Knowing your pet’s limits in the extreme cold

January 20, 2025 4:18 PM Noah Farley

In extreme cold weather, you will likely need to take your dogs on shorter walks or find alternative indoor exercise for…

What cities do when pipes break

January 16, 2025 5:07 PM Noah Farley

City water pipes tend to leak if they are old, broken, or freezing water expands them too…

Person hit by car in Idaho Falls parking lot

January 16, 2025 3:02 PM Curtis Jackson

A car hit a person walking in an Idaho Falls parking lot Thursday…

Dog rescued from icy Snake River in Idaho Falls

January 16, 2025 12:56 PM Curtis Jackson

Some Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies took a polar plunge Wednesday afternoon in the Snake River to rescue a runaway…

Woman rushed to hospital after being struck by car

January 15, 2025 7:45 PM Tucker Robertson

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Deputies are investigating a vehicle accident where a pedestrian was hit near 45th East, Wednesday…

Gov. Little’s “Keeping Promises” Initiative – Key takeaways for Southeast Idaho

January 15, 2025 5:47 PM Seth Ratliff

Governor Little was in Idaho Falls Wednesday, highlighting his “keeping promises plan” for the 2025 Idaho…

Idaho Falls mayor presents her last State of the City

January 15, 2025 5:26 PM Curtis Jackson, Ariel Jensen

Wednesday afternoon of January 15th 2025 Idaho Falls Mayor Rebecca Casper spoke at her last State of the City to address after 12 years of service as…

Compass Academy closes early due to water main break

January 15, 2025 10:37 AM Curtis Jackson

Compass Academy will close at 10:00 AM today due to a water main break in the street near the…

District 91 CTE Center in high demand after 3 years of success

January 14, 2025 5:52 PM Ariel Jensen

Idaho Falls School District 91’s Career and Technical Education Center has been around for three…

Ammon drivers beware! 17th Street to close Sunday for bridge work

January 14, 2025 3:51 PM Curtis Jackson

Drivers who use 17th Street to get to Ammon from Idaho Falls will soon have to find a different route.…

Wife shoots husband after he threatens to kill her in Irwin

January 14, 2025 11:29 AM Curtis Jackson

Bonneville County Sheriff Deputies are investigating a fight between a husband and wife that ended up in a…

Attorney asks for Jeremy Best to be moved to Madison County

January 13, 2025 4:47 PM Seth Ratliff

Jeremy Best’s attorney wants to move him out of the Bonneville County Jail to the Madison County Jail because of constitutional rights…

Glacier Bancorp agrees to acquire Bank of Idaho

January 13, 2025 4:19 PM Curtis Jackson

Glacier Bancorp, Inc. announced Monday it has signed an agreement to acquire Bank of Idaho based in Idaho…

Pocatello man arrested for Sunday morning shooting

January 12, 2025 2:21 PM News Team

A Pocatello man has been arrested in connection with the shooting incident on Upland St. Sunday…

Why restaurant chains are closing and what can be done

January 12, 2025 5:00 PM Noah Farley

If more and more restaurant chains close their doors for good, it can lead to more jobs being lost, prices needing to be raised, and fewer restaurant…