World premiere of new patriotic song
Friday is the world premier of the music video I Love…
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Idaho mother and son charged with kidnapping over out-of-state abortion
Two people in Bannock County have been arrested for kidnapping after taking an underage girl across state lines to get an…
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ISU students gather winter coats for PCSD25
A group of students at Idaho State University are putting together a coat drive for Pocatello/Chubbuck School District…
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Pocatello Animal Shelter recognized as no-kill shelter for 2022
Best Friends Animal Society recently recognized the Pocatello Animal Shelter as a no-kill shelter for…
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Pocatello awarded $1 million “Urban Community Forestry” grant
Through the US Forest Service, the City of Pocatello was awarded a $1 million “Urban Community Forestry”…
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Portneuf opens urgent care clinic at Northgate
Portneuf Health Now at Northgate, an urgent care clinic, joins the Portneuf Primary Care and Portneuf WorkMed at the Portneuf Medical Plaza in…
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Historic Downtown Pocatello trick-or-treat event on Oct. 31
If you are looking for a fun Halloween event, Historic Downtown Pocatello Trick-or-Treat will take place on Halloween from 3:00-5:30…
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3 City of Pocatello departments switch to winter work hours
Three City of Pocatello departments will switch to winter work hours starting Monday, Nov. 6,…
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Hall check incident at Pocatello High School
Pocatello High School was placed in a brief hall check due to a police matter at the school Monday.…
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Swore Farms has successful fall season
With the Halloween season coming to a close, one local pumpkin patch is preparing for what’s…
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Lance Peck faces 22 felony charges
A former funeral director in Pocatello is facing felony charges and could face more than 200 years in…
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Viruses discovered by ISU students may yield new treatments for antibiotic-resistant bacteria
There’s a KillerTomato lurking on the grounds of Idaho State University. Not to fear, though, this cold-blooded killer is only looking for victims…
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Final weekend for Portneuf Valley Farmers Market
Saturday is the final weekend for the Portneuf Valley Farmers Market.…
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Zoo Boo returns Saturday
If you are looking for a howling good time this Halloween, Zoo Boo is sure to…
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Jeremiah Davis Cox sentenced to 10 years
A Pocatello man is sentenced to 10 years in prison without…
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911 callers can now share video to Bannock County dispatch centers
Those in need of emergency services can now send live video to all dispatch centers in Bannock…
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ISU breaks enrollment, retention records
Idaho State University broke both enrollment and retention records this fall with nearly 26% more first-time undergraduate students choosing ISU than…
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Halloween sales a challenge in 2023
We are only about a week away from Halloween and local stores have been taking advantage of the…
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Optum Idaho gives back to American Falls School District
Students in American Falls will have the basic essentials they need as we approach…
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Lead awareness in Pocatello
It’s Lead Awareness Week in the City of Pocatello.…
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Haunted Science Laboratory opens to public on Oct. 28
You are invited to see the not-so-spooky side of science just before…
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Boy Scouts run annual Food Drive
The Idaho Food Bank in Pocatello received a boost after a day of scouts going into the streets of Pocatello collecting food.…
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Man sentenced to 40 years in prison for lewd conduct with a child, inducing minor into prostitution
A 36-year-old Arizona man was sentenced to 40 years in prison for lewd conduct with a minor and inducing a minor into prostitution, the Bannock…
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Hearing continued for Downey woman facing charges of hiding newborn baby’s body
A court hearing has been continued for a Downey woman facing charges of hiding her newborn baby’s…
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Pocatello woman sentenced to 15 years for distribution of fentanyl
A 32-year-old Pocatello woman was sentenced Thursday to more than 15 years in federal prison for distribution of fentanyl, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit…
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‘Drop, cover and hold on’ in annual ShakeOut quake drill
Thursday was the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill, and cities across the country are learning how to respond to a large scale…
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Pulitzer Prize winning author to visit ISU Friday
Pulitzer Prize- winning author James Risen will be at Idaho State University’s Pocatello campus Friday, Oct. 20 to discuss his new book, “The Last…
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2023 Great ShakeOut Drill set Thursday
The City of Pocatello will join with more than 50 million people around the globe in the 2023 Great ShakeOut…
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Pocatello man sentenced to 44 years for producing child pornography
A 31-year-old Pocatello man was sentenced to 530 months in federal prison for sexual exploitation of a child and possession of child pornography,…
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Mayor Blad brings public comments back to regular city council meetings
In a surprising decision at Monday night’s town hall, Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad brought back public comments for all regular city council…
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More local church group members make it back safe to US
This weekend, thousands of Americans were racing to get out of iIsrael to avoid becoming victims of a devastating…
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Bannock County launches new system for employee recruitment
Bannock County is rolling out a new system for listing vacant jobs and receiving…
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2 women home safe after being trapped in Israel
Two members of a religious group from Pocatello who have been trapped in Israel made it home…
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CDBG program looking for input at annual Needs Hearing Oct. 19
Your input is needed.…
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Warming shelter open in Pocatello
An overnight warming shelter for people without a home is now open for the winter in…
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Following the local church group stranded in Israel
As we continue to follow the story of a church group in Pocatello stranded in Israel, Linda Larsen talked to several members of the…
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Free drive-thru flu clinic Saturday
Anyone is welcome to attend, and vaccines will be available at no cost and insurance will be billed when applicable.…
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Local church group stranded in Israel
Several members of a local church group are in Israel right now for a religious tour through the Holy…
Continue Reading Bannock County Prosecutor’s Office files felony complaint against owner of Downard Funeral Home & Crematory
The Bannock County Prosecutor’s Office filed a felony criminal complaint Wednesday against Lance Peck, former owner of the Downard Funeral Home &…
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Local perspective on current conflict in Israel
It has been a difficult week for Dale Spencer and other members of the Temple Emanuel Synagogue in…
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ISU hosts 5th Annual Indigenous Peoples Day celebration
Idaho State University is hosting the 5th Annual Indigenous Peoples Day celebration on…
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Pocatello water line installation begins on Monday
The project is set to last approximately eight…
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Pups and Pints event to feature adorable pups up for adoptions
Get ready for an afternoon of furry fun and delicious brews as the Pocatello Animal Shelter partners with Portneuf Valley Brewing (PVB) to present…
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Pocatello wants help with rebrand
The City of Pocatello wants your help redesigning its logo and accompanying brand style guide for the city.…
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PCSD 25 among the top academic performers for large school districts in Idaho
The 2023 ISAT results place the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 among the top academic performers for large school districts in…
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Public invited to Pocatello Town Hall meeting
You are invited to the Pocatello City Council Meeting on Oct.…
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“Brake for Breakfast” raises breast cancer awareness
This month, hospitals around east Idaho and the country will be participating in the 24th annual Brake for Breakfast…
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2nd annual Pocatello Historic Home Tour taking place on Saturday
Pocatello’s historic structures are set to open their doors for a day of touring, and it’s all for a good…
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United Way of Southeastern Idaho needs donations for annual Coat for Kids Drive
The United Way of Southeastern Idaho, its Women United affinity group, and the Pocatello-Chubbuck Head Start Program is teaming up again to…
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Wolf trapper education class coming to Pocatello Oct. 7
There is still space…
Continue Reading Former funeral home owner now charged with felony complaints
There are new charges against the former owner of the Downard Funeral Home &…
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Mental Health Resource Fair for veterans, service members and families scheduled for Oct. 5
Service members, veterans and their families are invited to attend a Mental Health Resource Fair to get connected to counseling and other healthcare…
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Westside Ranger District planning prescribed fire in Toponce Drainage
Smoke may be noticeable from the Inkom area and a majority of western Caribou…
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Fundraiser for Shop with a Cop to be held Oct. 6 and 7
Cash, check and Venmo donations are…
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Economic stress affects local charities
Inflation and rising housing costs are hitting hard across the country and in east Idaho.…
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Idaho’s business growth seen in Pocatello
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Idaho ranks ninth in the country in their business growth rate at…
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Master Iconographers visit Pocatello church
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Three Master Iconographers are in east Idaho this week, touching up artwork at The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary…
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New Pocatello entrance sign unveiled
The sign is located on South 5th Avenue near the Visit Pocatello Idaho…
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Upgrades coming to Bannock County DMV’s walk-in and appointment system
Bannock County Assessor Anita Hymas is implementing changes at the DMV to make things simpler for walk-in visitors and reduce costs to the online…
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BLM calls for participation on National Public Lands Day
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has opened an invitation to the public for an event in the Pocatello Highlands on Sat. Sept. 23, 2023, in…
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Portneuf Heart and Vascular team completed 200th Watchman
The Watchman Device is a groundbreaking medical innovation designed to provide an alternative to long-term anticoagulation therapy for patients with…
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SIPH offers updated COVID-19 vaccine
Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has the added the updated COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna in limited quantities to its…
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ISU Homecoming parade returns Saturday
One of Idaho State University’s most long-standing traditions will begin Saturday, Sept. 23 at 10…
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US Attorney Hurwit to co-sponsor “United Against Hate” summit in Pocatello
The event is free and is open to the…
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Fossil found: Idaho No. 5 returns to Idaho Museum of Natural History after 60+ years
A late-night glance at his inbox almost caused Leif Tapanila to fall out of…
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DEQ preparing draft 401 water quality certification for American Falls Hydroelectric Project
The existing facility, located on the Snake River in Power County, Idaho, is filing for relicense.…
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Vehicle burglaries in Pocatello
The Pocatello Police Department has received numerous reports of vehicle burglaries around the City of Pocatello during the past couple of weeks.…
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Spreading kindness around Pocatello
This campaign is a reminder to choose kindness, understanding and support to empower and uplift community…
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Dinner being held to raise money for Veterans Memorial Building
A fundraiser is being held this Saturday to help raise money for the Bannock County Veterans Memorial…
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Fog sealing taking place on Pocatello roads this week
The City of Pocatello will be fog sealing their roads this week from Tuesday through…
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Marshall Public Library’s Arts and Community Tickets program returns
To check out the tickets, you must be a Pocatello city resident and have an adult Marshall Public Library…
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Ribbon cutting and check presentation at Pocatello Skate Park in Ross Park
A ribbon cutting and check presentation is set Wednesday to announce a refresh of Pocatello Skate Park located in Lower Ross…
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Robbery in Pocatello
The Pocatello Police Department is reporting a robbery happened Thursday in the area of Bartz…
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ISU unveils new and improved Holt Arena
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – After nearly two years of renovations, Idaho State University’s Holt Arena is ready. ISU President Kevin Satterlee…
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Hazardous materials leak cleared near Eames Complex
Pocatello Fire Department and Idaho State University officials are asking the public to avoid the area of the Eames…
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2023 Alzheimer’s Association Walk to end Alzheimer’s
Pocatello residents set to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and…
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Bannock County 9/11 community commemoration
It has been 22 years since the 9-11 terror attacks that changed the…
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New garage in Pocatello allows you to work on car
A new auto repair shop is giving people the opportunity to do work on their own cars.…
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ISU Physics’ Haunted Science Lab earns $10,000 grant
The Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation recently awarded a $10,000 grant to the department’s annual Haunted Science…
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Michaud Road fire determined to be electrical in nature
There were no injuries…
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ISU welcomes largest incoming class since 2014
This fall, Idaho State University welcomed its largest incoming class since 2014, with nearly 26 percent more first-time undergraduate students…
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Portneuf Valley Technical Education and Career Campus awarded $6.5 million grant
The grant represents the largest award during the second round of grants this…
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Grand opening for Alpine Academy on Friday
The new Alpine Academy Middle School is officially open for…
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Free Hepatitis C, HIV and Syphilis testing for September
Testing only takes a few minutes, and you can get results before you…
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ISU welcomes largest incoming class since 2014
This fall, Idaho State University welcomed its largest incoming class since 2014, with nearly 26% more first-time undergraduate students choosing ISU…
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Pocatello Regional Airport celebrates addition of second flight
On Tuesday, the Pocatello Regional Airport held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the first arrival of the new second daily flight on Delta Air…
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Second daily flight to arrive at Pocatello Regional Airport Tuesday
The new flight will expand service to Salt Lake City by providing a larger aircraft with premium seating options as well as an additional flight…
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Portneuf Geenway to extend Brennan Trail
Construction for the extension of the Brennan Trail along the Portneuf River will begin Sept.…
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Candlelight vigil for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month set Sept. 5
Local elected officials are hosting a kickoff event for Suicide Prevention Awareness…
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Pocatello sanitation collection to operate as normal on Labor Day
The City of Pocatello offices and Pocatello Regional Transit will be closed Monday, Sept. 4, for the Labor Day holiday.…
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ISU biology alumna’s art featured at Idaho Museum of Natural History
Seeing her artwork adorn the walls of the Idaho Museum of Natural History, Idaho State University Alumna Ashelee Rasmussen describes it as a bit of a…
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Pocatello Animal Services Splash Dance for dogs returns Saturday
The pups will be taking over the pool at the Ross Park Aquatic…
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Half-price dog and puppy adoptions at Pocatello Animal Shelter
Friends will cover 50% of the adoption cost for dogs and puppies from the City of Pocatello’s animal…
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North Fork Fire mapped at 113 acres
Fire officials say the North Fork Fire has been mapped at 113…
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Edson Fichter Nature Talks coming to Pocatello in September
The popular Edson Fichter Nature Talks series is returning to Pocatello for its third year this…
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Motorcyclist hospitalized after crash in Pocatello
A motorcyclist was hospitalized after a crash Sunday on northbound Interstate 15 to Westbound Interstate 86 in Bannock…
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Participation in this year’s walk is free, but participants need to…
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Pocatello Police Department holds awards ceremony
The Pocatello Police Department held a special awards ceremony on Monday at Pocatello City…
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Highland students return to school for the first time since April fire
It is a significant day for Highland High School as students return for the first time since a fire destroyed part of the school in…
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Lookout Point hosts Welcome Back Orange and Black
Classes began on Monday at Idaho State University for the fall semester, and the City of Pocatello wanted to welcome the students back with a special…
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