Trump says suspect in custody in killing of Charlie Kirk
President Donald Trump has said that a suspect is in custody related to the killing of Charlie Kirk.
“I think with a high degree of certainty we…
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Denver-area high school shooting suspect was ‘radicalized,’ officials say
The suspected shooter who critically wounded two students at Evergreen High School in Colorado during their third week of classes this semester…
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Please Just Stay campaign back for another year to encourage conversations about suicide prevention
The Please Just Stay campaign kicked off September 3, and dozens of signs bearing the slogan have popped up at businesses, city buildings, and homes…
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“Being promoted on 9/11 is profoundly humbling”: Idaho State Police promotes Air Force veteran Jason Horst to Captain
From 1991 to 2005, Horst served in the United States Air Force, where his career shifted dramatically following the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. In the…
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Shooter still at large after Trump ally and activist Charlie Kirk murdered on Utah campus
CNN By Dalia Faheid, Elise Hammond, Aditi Sangal, Dakin Andone, Maureen Chowdhury, Betsy Klein, Lauren Mascarenhas OREM, Utah – A manhunt is…
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At least 3 people shot at a Denver-area high school, officials say
At least two students have been shot at Evergreen High School in Evergreen, Colorado, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office.
The…
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Red Cross urges disaster readiness during National Preparedness Month
“You just never know when that siren may sound and there may be a disaster in your neighborhood,” said Matt Ochsner, regional communications director…
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ISU debuts new associate degree program in science
“I think the biggest thing is that we really designed it to be flexible,” said Dr. Shannon Kobs Nawotniak, professor and chair of ISU’s Geosciences…
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Family asks for support and forgiveness after toddler killed in accident
The family of Angela Hansen is asking for lots of love and support as she works through her family’s second major tragedy.
Her 22-month-old…
Continue Reading Idaho State University hosting 9/11 Remembrance Week starting Monday
The ISU-based Institute of Rural Health is launching their annual 9/11 Remembrance Week, starting with a ‘Day of Service’ kick-off event on Monday,…
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SEICAA making fundraising push to support essential local programs through the end of the year
The Southeastern Idaho Community Action Agency (SIECAA) is making a final fundraising push through their ‘Hand Up’ donation campaign through the last…
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Conservation groups celebrating Idaho state insect through the month of September
The Portneuf Pollinator Partnership and Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust are highlighting the Monarch Butterfly, Idaho’s official state insect, in…
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Senior support organization accepting donations to fill mobility needs of local people
The Area V Agency on Aging in Pocatello is looking for donations of mobility equipment and other home-care supplies to stock their in-house…
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Fish and Game’s 2025 hunting outlook predicts strong elk, growing mule deer populations in Southeast Region
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game released its 2025 Deer/Elk Hunting Outlook report earlier this week, and deer and elk populations should be…
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Pop up wedding dress shop providing cost-effective options for brides stops in Pocatello
Dress Express, a family owned wedding dress supplier based in Montana, brought over 1,400 dresses to the Portneuf Valley to give brides an affordable…
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Idaho Man pleads guilty to 2020 shooting at Missionary Training Center in Provo
An Idaho man pleaded guilty yesterday to a shooting at the Provo Missionary Training Center (MTC) back in 2020.
Dallin William Litster, 27,…
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Bannock County Commissioners vote in 2026 budget with promises to try and restore non-profit funding
Bannock County Commissioners voted unanimously to implement their controversial 2026 proposed county budget at a regular meeting on Thursday, August…
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Conservation group gets major grant to improve nature preserve in Pocatello
The Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust, a non-profit citizen conservation group, recently accepted a $10,000 grant from the Idaho Fish and Wildlife…
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Yellowstone begins annual grizzly bear capture research operations
As part of ongoing monitoring efforts to document recovery of grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem under the Endangered Species Act,…
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Bannock County residents, non-profits rally against commissioners’ proposed budget at public hearing on Tuesday
Bannock County commissioners held a public hearing attended by dozens of residents and area organization leaders who shared overwhelming opposition…
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Pocatello seeks public input for new city-wide housing plan
Pocatello’s Planning & Development Services is asking city residents to take their ‘Housing Study Survey’ to narrow down housing needs in the Gate…
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Help Them Help Others: Salvation Army Pocatello launches “Drive Away Hunger” campaign
The Salvation Army Pocatello Corps has officially started its new ‘Drive Away Hunger’ campaign to raise money to replace its box truck, which broke…
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Museum of Clean to host first festival celebrating all things potato
The Museum of Clean, in partnership with Simplot and other local sponsors, will host the first ‘Pocatello Potato Festival’ on Saturday, August…
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Colorado Coroner accused of hiding bodies in secret room at his privately-owned funeral home
According to records by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), Brian Cotter’s funeral home was due for an inspection on Wednesday.…
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Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce hosts appreciation lunch attended by hundreds
The Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Appreciation BBQ lunch on Friday to thank the hundreds of area businesses that make up…
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Bannock County veterans inch closer to donation goal needed for renovations to historic Memorial Building
The Bannock County Veterans Memorial Association is asking people to help them make the final push to reach their donation goal for repairs to the…
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Annual Greek Festival returns to Pocatello Saturday, August 23
The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church is hosting its popular Greek Festival on Saturday, August 23.
The event is a…
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Local health officials urging people to get vaccinated after more reports of measles in Idaho
“Measles is a pretty significant illness. It’s maybe not quite as deadly as Ebola or anything like that; the risk from measles comes from how…
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ISU’s School of Nursing using grant to expand education on opioid addiction treatment
Idaho State University’s School of Nursing recently received a $900,000 grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration…
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West Fork Fire Update: Blaze spreads to 650 acres, Crews building containment lines
The West Fork Fire, burning in the Custer Gallatin National Forest, has grown to over 650 acres and is spreading north toward Lightning Lake. The…
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ISU’s KISU radio station making programming changes to survive fallout from federal funding cuts
Managers of Idaho State University’s KISU public radio station say they have already started to pull back on programming and staff hours to keep the…
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Utah County norovirus outbreak potentially caused by frozen oysters from South Korea
Utah health officials are investigating a norovirus outbreak in Utah County connected to frozen half-shell oysters from South Korea.
In July, the…
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New evidence shows Travis Decker is the only suspect in his daughters’ killings, sheriff’s office says
As authorities continue their search for Travis Decker, the Washington state man accused of suffocating his three daughters to death, investigators…
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Bannock County releases proposed budget for 2026, asks for public input
Bannock County has released their draft budget for the upcoming 2026 fiscal year, which could see lower taxes for residents; county commissioners are…
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Tremonton Garland Police mourn two officers killed in the line of duty, suspected shooter identified
The Tremonton Garland Police Department has announced a solemn procession to honor Sergeant Lee Sorensen and Officer Eric Estrada, who were killed in…
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Fire Update: Horn Fire 50% contained at 2800 acres
The Horn Fire near Highway 87 at the Idaho-Montana border is now 50% contained at 2800 acres. The evacuation warning for people in Madison County,…
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Wyoming Health and National Park Officials contact hundreds after potential rabies exposure
Grand Teton National Park officials and health authorities are working to contact hundreds of visitors who may have been exposed to rabies from a bat…
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Charity organization’s statewide tour stops in Pocatello to present grant to local nonprofit
“In Idaho, we rely a lot upon our nonprofit organizations to make their communities run and to take care of people’s needs and to make Idaho a better…
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Pocatello pharmacy celebrates milestone anniversary with community barbecue
Pocatello’s Maag Prescription and Medical Supply hosted a community barbecue celebrating 75 years of business on Friday.
“The community is what…
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Annual Portneuf River Cleanup scheduled for Saturday
Pocatello’s ‘Portneuf River Vision’ group is hosting its annual cleanup event on Saturday, August 16.
Volunteers are invited to help clean trash and…
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Evacuation order lifted for residents near Horn Fire in Montana
The Horn Fire, burning along Montana State Highway 87, has grown to an estimated 2,150 acres, prompting mandatory evacuation orders for several areas…
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Utah woman charged with recording sex abuse of child and distributing it
A Murray woman has been arrested and charged Wednesday with filming herself sexually abusing a young boy and distributing the video more than 200…
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Judge denies new competency evaluation for death row inmate Ralph Menzies
Death row inmate Ralph Leroy Menzies will not be granted another competency hearing.
On Thursday, 3rd District Judge Matthew Bates denied the latest…
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Those in shelters not surprised about Utah’s rising homeless numbers
The new report showing homelessness had increased by 18% in Utah came as no surprise to those at the Switchpoint Overflow Homeless Shelter in West…
Continue Reading Horn Fire: State Highway 87 reopened as crews battle blaze near state border
Crews in Madison County, Montana, are actively combating the Horn Fire, a 30-acre brush fire burning along the Idaho/Montana border. According to the…
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North Ogden wildfire grows to 745 acres, Evacuations remain in place
The 745-acre Willard Peak Fire continues to threaten homes and has forced evacuations in North Ogden, Utah. The fire started around 3 p.m. Wednesday…
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Pocatello gives timeline updates for multiple outdoor improvement projects
The City of Pocatello has announced ongoing work on upgrade projects for parks, trails, and the Portneuf River, with many projects scheduled to start…
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Yellowstone Park visits up by 1.5% in 2025
So far in 2025, the park has hosted 2,666,031 recreation visits, up 1.5% from 2024 (2,626,091 recreation…
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Idaho Food Bank kicks off Back to School campaign
The Idaho Food Bank is starting its Back to School campaign to raise awareness and funds for its school-year programs.
Throughout the academic year,…
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Idaho Museum of Natural History launches mobile unit to bring education to the entire state
The Idaho Museum of Natural History’s (IMNH’s) new Museum Everywhere Program will bring a slice of the museum experience to the entire Gem State with…
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Yellowstone National Park fire restrictions in effect beginning Aug. 12
Stage 1 fire restrictions will go into effect Aug. 12 in Yellowstone National Park due to the VERY HIGH fire danger…
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WYDOT announces Teton Pass maintenance and delays
Over the next 3 weeks, Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) maintenance crews are set to begin work on various sections of Wyoming State…
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One town, four victims, seven days of fear: The hunt for a man who gunned down locals at a bar in a small Montana town
Time stood still for the locals of a small Montana town nestled in a quiet, scenic mountain valley after an Army veteran shot dead four bar patrons…
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Man accused of killing 4 people at Montana bar is in custody
Michael Paul Brown, who is accused of fatally shooting four people at a bar in Anaconda on August 1, has been taken into custody, Montana Gov. Greg…
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City of Pocatello working on new park on the east bench; Area now closed to the public
Work is underway on Pocatello’s new ‘Legacy Park’ on Iron Bend Dr. on the city’s east bench, and the Parks and Recreation Department wants people to…
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Nearly-completed trail along I-15 will expand pedestrian access through Pocatello
The Portneuf Greenway Foundation has announced the new ‘Idaho Central Credit Union Connecting Communities Trail’ will be ready for its first…
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The Owl Bar was the place where everybody knew your name. Then, a familiar face walked in – and opened fire
By Elizabeth Wolfe, Taylor Galgano, Jillian Sykes, Michelle Watson, CNN (CNN) — Under the buzz of neon lights and cluttered walls and ceilings…
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Marshall Public Library collecting school supplies for local students until September
“We recognized that there was a need in our community, that there are families that might not be able to get all of the school supplies that their…
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Utahns lost $32M to contractor fraud since 2022. New state task force aims to stop it
Utahns are losing millions of dollars to fraudulent contractors who are taking the money but then walking off the job. Now, the state has formed a…
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Woman arrested, accused of stalking Post Malone repeatedly after prior conviction
A woman was arrested Monday in a stalking case that Cottonwood Heights police called “incredibly alarming” because of apparent delusions the woman…
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Why the manhunt for a Montana mass shooting suspect has proven exceedingly difficult
By Holly Yan, Josh Campbell, CNN (CNN) — Stymied by treacherous terrain and untamed wilderness, authorities are struggling to find an Army…
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Pocatello vs. Chubbuck: first responders battle it out in rib-eating contest for charity
First responders representing Teams Pocatello and Chubbuck went head-to-head at a speed rib-eating competition at Texas Roadhouse on Monday, August…
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Wyoming Game and Fish law enforcement statistics released
If Wyoming residents are wondering about the enforcement of fair hunting practices in their state, the Wyoming Game and Fish Law Enforcement Report…
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Bannock County Fair kicks off week of fun starting August 4
The Bannock County Fair officially opens Monday, August 4, kicking off a week of classic fun. This year’s fair is jam-packed with live music, a wide…
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Manhunt for Army veteran accused of quadruple murder involves dozens of agencies as officials find evidence in search area
By Karina Tsui, Michelle Watson, Holly Yan, Taylor Galgano, Sarah Dewberry, CNN (CNN) — Despite a grueling manhunt and a growing search zone,…
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Police close parts of forest in search for suspect in killing of 4 people at a Montana bar, investigators say
By Taylor Romine, Josh Campbell, Taylor Galgano, Danya Gainor, CNN (CNN) — Investigators are still searching for a man they say shot and killed…
Continue Reading Montana authorities launch manhunt after multiple people shot in Anaconda
The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Law Enforcement Center says that the suspect, Michael Paul Brown, is still on the run. The Granite County Sheriff’s…
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Bannock County’s at-risk youth center receives national recognition and award
Bannock County’s ‘The Village: A Place for Youth and Families’ recently received the 2025 Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties…
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Idaho is one of the best states for pickleball, according to recent study
Idaho has been named the fifth best state in the nation for pickleball players according to a study by pickleball experts PodPlay Pickleball Business…
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Last day to purchase drawn hunting tags just around the corner before second summer drawing
Idaho hunters who successfully drew tags for controlled hunts in the Southeast Region have until Friday, August 1, to buy their tags before…
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Salvation Army kicking off back-to-school donation drive starting August 1
“Our main goal that the Salvation Army does is we want to let people know that we love them, we care about them, and one of the best ways that we can…
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North Idaho Authorities seize over 100 Gallons of Huckleberries in commercial picking crackdown
Authorities in North Idaho seized over 100 gallons of Huckleberries from a group in Boundary County suspected of commercial harvesting, a practice…
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Red Cross offering free diabetes screening with blood donations in August
“We are committed to the health of our donors and to public health, and this is a service we’re providing,” said Matt Ochsner, communications…
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Local reptile rescue hosting interactive event in Pocatello Saturday
SRD’s Traveling Animals is hosting a ‘Wild Reptile Adventure’ event at Jungle ReTreat Ice Cream in Pocatello on Saturday, July…
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Four Idaho nonprofits to receive $10,000 grants, deadline to enter approaching
Four Idaho nonprofit groups will receive $10,000 grants, as part of the “$200 Million Moment” campaign from the Idaho Community Foundation and Idaho…
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Victor man who killed his wife, unborn infant, and son set to be sentenced Wednesday
Jeremy Best agreed to a plea deal with prosecutors back on February 13, 2025. The plea deal spares Best from the death penalty.…
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Three people killed in plane crash near West Yellowstone
Three people were killed in a plane crash south of West Yellowstone.…
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Pocatello house fire sends two to the hospital
wo people are in the hospital after being rescued from an early morning house fire in Pocatello on Monday.
At around 12:40 a.m., a woman at 444…
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Aid for Friends invites people to upcoming summer swimming fundraiser
Aid for Friends is approaching the date of their thirteenth annual ‘Splish and Splash’ fundraiser event, scheduled for August 1, to raise money for…
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Bannock County Coroner honored with award for support of people in crisis and survivors of abuse
“I’m grateful, I’m appreciative–it wasn’t expected,” said Coroner Danner. “…I don’t think anybody does anything for the awards, I do it because…
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Teton Pass Catchnet System saves truck driver after brake loss
A box truck driver is recovering from minor injuries after their vehicle lost its brakes long the Teton Pass this afternoon, July 17. The driver was…
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I-86/I-15 Interchange project nears ‘successful completion’
“It’s an amazing process, three years of construction, 24/7, and all the way through the winter; it’s been a massive undertaking,” said Justin Smith,…
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ISU’s KISU public radio station braces for blowback from possible federal budget cuts
“The impact of the loss of CPB funding is going to be big, it’s going to be huge,” said Anderson. “I think we’ve got funding in place for this…
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Coeur d’Alene Firefighter Dave Tysdal receives hero’s send-off, Governor’s support as rehab begins
On Tuesday, July 15, injured Coeur d’Alene firefighter Dave Tysdal was flown to a specialized rehabilitation hospital in Colorado, marking a…
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Utah ranger who jumped into Provo River to save woman says he ‘wasn’t going to let her go under’
Tiffinie Wolf, who lives in South Jordan, was paddleboarding on the river when her foot became trapped under a trestle bridge. Despite wearing a life…
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BLM seeking public input on proposed campground fee increases
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Pocatello Field Office is asking people to review a draft of a new budget plan which would increase and add fees…
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Deer Creek Fire, at almost 13,000 acres, crosses into Colorado from Utah as containment grows to 7%
The Deer Creek Fire, which started in eastern Utah and has already destroyed several structures, has crossed the state line into Colorado, state fire…
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Gear up for summer adventures: ISU’s Outdoor Adventure Center has you covered
“We have some really high-quality, durable gear, and you can test it before you buy it,” said Bryce Walker, outdoor recreation and climbing wall…
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Play All Summer Long: Portneuf District Library highlights free game & sports equipment rentals
The Portneuf District Library is featuring their vast collection of games and sports equipment available for patrons to check out and enjoy this…
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Marshall Public Library collecting crocheted pieces for veteran support project
“It’s different than anything that we’ve done before, so I thought it would be a really fun program for us to do as well,” said Amy Azzouzat, the…
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Pocatello area businesses turn out for Chamber of Commerce’s annual Golf Scramble
“We have companies from all over the area here sponsoring holes, set up on holes, and then we’ve got golf teams from all over the area visiting those…
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Bannock County veterans running out of time to raise money for historic memorial building repairs
The Bannock County Veterans Memorial Association is trying to raise $100,000 by the end of August to qualify for a matching donation, which would…
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Human remains found in Fort Hall River identified as missing Spokane woman
After a three-year investigation, law enforcement officials in Power County, in partnership with the Idaho State Police (ISP) and multiple other…
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New garden honoring veterans dedicated in Blackfoot
The Old Fort Hall Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, hosted a dedication ceremony for the new ‘Never Forget Garden’…
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Portneuf Health breaks ground on new urgent care clinic in Chubbuck
Portneuf Health hosted a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday for their new ‘Portneuf Health Now-Chubbuck’ urgent care clinic.
The new location will be…
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Suspect in custody after standoff and fire in Southern Utah
As of 4:50 PM, the St George Police Department (SGPD) says the suspect involved in the active shooting threat in the area of 3000 East Seegmiller…
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Southeast Idaho rallies to support Texas flood victims
Local businesses across Southeast Idaho are stepping up to offer support to the victims of the devastating Texas floods. These tragic events claimed…
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Former American Falls mayor speaks about resignation and new appointment for city leader
“It’s been really cool for me to go through the community and be involved with different organizations or departments and get things done and get my…
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Bannock County emergency manager offers tips on summer power outage preparedness
Summer power outages can be dangerous, especially when coupled with hot weather, and the Bannock County Office of Emergency Management is helping…
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Two sisters who died holding each other, a doting grandmother who enjoyed sitting by the river, a camp counselor who mentored young girls: The faces of the Texas flooding tragedy
CNN, KPRC, KEYE, KABB, WOAI, KERR COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE, ROBERT BRAKE, EL PASO FIRE DEPARTMENT, KABB/ WOAI By Alaa Elassar, Nicquel Terry Ellis,…
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