Coroner identifies motorcyclist killed in Sunday crash
An 18-year-old man is facing felony charges after a vehicle struck and killed a motorcyclist Sunday morning in Idaho Falls in a hit and…
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Lightning causes several fires in southern Idaho
Fire crews in the Twin Falls district are responding to three lightning-caused fires in Lincoln County, including the Wildhorse, Tuana Gulch, and…
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$100M grant to Salmon-based Jervois could jumpstart Idaho’s cobalt industry
“Reshoring that refining capacity and that supply chain here in the United States will make opportunities for economic mining come back to America,”…
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Ethel Boyes Elementary to dismiss students early due to AC issues
Students at Ethel Boyes Elementary School will be dismissed early at 1 p.m. tomorrow due to issues with the school’s air conditioning…
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2500 Without Power on Western Side of Idaho Falls
According to a post on the Idaho Falls Power’s Facebook page, there is a downed line near Neptune Drive that crews are currently working on.…
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Idaho Falls Chukars Hall of Famer Billy Butler named ISU Hitting Coach
Former Major League Baseball All-Star Butler was hired as the hitting coach for the Idaho State softball…
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Rigby murder suspect held 2-year-old child during fatal shooting, court docs reveal
A 22-year-old man named Tristin John Chase was arraigned on a second-degree murder charge Monday and set for a $750,000 bond following a fatal…
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Sheriff’s office responds to alleged bomb threat at Challis High School
The Custer County Sheriff’s Office is actively responding to an alleged bomb threat at Challis High School.
In a post on social media, the…
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Idaho gas prices are up a dollar from last year – Here’s why!
Gas prices in Idaho reached an average of $4.49 per gallon this week, marking a significant increase over last year. While the state remains among…
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Former Greater Idaho Falls Chamber CEO Paul Baker denies ‘false and defamatory’ IFAF allegations
Former Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce CEO Paul Baker denied allegations of financial misconduct made by a local podcast and called for a…
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Warm and Cloudy Monday as afternoon rain continues to create humid air
We will start the final week of August with warm, humid air as the storm patterns from this weekend move out of Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming.…
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$20.8M U.S. 30 Wildlife Crossings Nearing Completion
A $20.8 million project featuring three new wildlife underpasses along U.S. Highway 30 near Montpelier, Idaho, is nearing completion and is expected…
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Rigby shooting leaves one dead; Suspect arrested after fleeing scene
Police are investigating a homicide after a man was shot and killed during a child custody exchange in Rigby.…
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Missing 7-year-old located after West Idaho Amber Alert
Seven-year-old Izabella Bond was located safely after being abducted by Amber Farson in Payette, Idaho, on Saturday…
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Microsurfacing to temporarily close lanes on several Idaho Falls roads
Drivers in Idaho Falls should expect temporary lane closures beginning Sunday, Aug. 23, as crews begin microsurfacing work on several roads…
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Thunderstorms trigger flash flood warning for Heise and burn scar area
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- The National Weather Service in Pocatello has issued a flash flood warning for the Big Rock burn scar in southeastern…
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50 vehicles and multiple buildings up in flames in Fort Hall blaze
A fire has consumed multiple structures in the Fort Hall Reservation along Hawthorne…
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“We can’t be a ‘no’ county,” New Land Use and Development Ordinance Rewrite could overturn ban on Solar Farms in Bannock County
Residents near Downey have spoken out about the new draft ordinance for Land Use and Development, stating their concerns for the integrity and…
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Injured hawk with fractured spine sent to Teton Raptor Center
Local News 8 anchor Doug Long rescued an injured hawk from a road in Ammon and coordinated with a deputy to transport the bird to the Teton Raptor…
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Oral Surgery Specialists of Idaho Open Applications for Second Chance Smile Makeover
Lives have been changed for years at Oral Surgery Specialists of Idaho through the Second Chance smile makeover program, where one lucky recipient…
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Idaho Museum of Natural History receives national accreditation for excellence, plans for a new exhibit in September
The Idaho Museum of Natural History (IMNH) on the Idaho State University campus in Pocatello has received its accreditation from the American…
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Shelley football seeks stability under fourth coach in four years
Interim head coach Mike Messick is leading the Shelley High School football team into the season with a focus on restoring stability and mental…
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Monster X Tour hits Rexburg’s Madison County Fairgrounds Saturday
The Monster X Tour is scheduled to bring monster truck racing and competitions to the Madison County fairgrounds in Rexburg, Idaho, this…
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Idaho’s July unemployment rate decreases to 3.6%
Idaho’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased between June and July, from 3.7% to…
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Salmon company wins $100 million grant to build cobalt refinery
The U.S. Department of Energy awarded $100 million to Salmon-based Formation Holdings US, Inc., also known as Jervois, to build a commercial cobalt…
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Salt Lake Temple tour reservations open Sept. 1
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced that reservations for the renovated Salt Lake Temple open house will become available…
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Idaho’s oldest Drive-In hosts free Community Night to close out Summer
The Idaho Falls Motor Vu Drive-In, the oldest drive-in theater in Idaho, is scheduled to host a free community night tomorrow, August 22nd, to…
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The Wait is Over: Ammon Chick-fil-A to reopen Tuesday
The Chick-fil-A in Ammon, Idaho, is scheduled to reopen next Tuesday following a major renovation and the introduction of new fall menu…
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Rigby looks to dominate athletically with new 60,000-square-foot Broulim’s Fieldhouse
“It’s going to be a huge game changer – being able to be inside all the time when it’s cold and windy and snowy and just being able to train all…
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Greater Idaho Falls Chamber searching for new CEO
The Chamber is actively looking for a new permanent CEO and hopes to select a new leader by the end of this…
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Driggs cafe owner and pro-life leader call for calm after viral clash
DRIGGS, Idaho (KIFI)- Both a local coffee shop owner and national pro-life leadership are calling for calm and mutual respect following a flood of…
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Temporary road, trail closures announced for Caribou-Targhee National Forest
The Caribou-Targhee National Forest is scheduled to temporarily close a section of Forest Road 195 in the Dubois Ranger District from August 25…
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Idaho Food Bank kicks off 2026 Back-to-School campaign to combat childhood hunger
The Idaho Food Bank’s Back-to-School Campaign is underway for the 2026 school year, including programs like the school pantries and backpack meals.…
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District 93 celebrates opening of Willow Creek Elementary
Bonneville Joint School District 93 is celebrating the opening of Willow Creek Elementary, a new school built in one of the district’s…
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Bonneville County declares Sept. 12 as 2026 Missing Persons Day
Bonneville County leaders declared September 12th as 2026’s missing persons day to raise awareness for active cases like that of Amber Hoopes, who…
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Walmart promises price cuts after $2.9 billion tariff refund
Walmart reported its slowest U.S. sales growth since the start of the pandemic due to rising gas prices, despite earning $6.4 billion in net income…
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Micron announces plan to invest $10 billion for new research lab in Boise
Micron Technology announced plans to invest $10 billion over the next decade to establish a new memory research lab in Boise, Idaho, which is…
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Idaho county’s probation office compiles ‘foreign born list’ for ICE
Canyon County’s misdemeanor probation department has been coordinating with ICE to share a list of foreign-born probationers, raising concerns among…
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#LiveLikeDom: Idaho Falls turns green to support 18-year-old Dominic Nuñez’s cancer fight
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – One color is lighting up homes, yards, and social media across Idaho Falls this week — all in support of 18-year-old…
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Idaho named #1 state to live in
Idaho placed 1st overall, 3rd in safety, 7th in economy, 10th in affordability and 22nd in education and health. Learn why from the…
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Thunder Ridge teacher brings national STEM experience back to Eastern Idaho
A Thunder Ridge High School math teacher is back in Eastern Idaho after spending nearly a year in Washington, D.C., working with the U.S. Air Force…
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Evacuations Underway for North Hegler Fire
POWER COUNTY (KIFI) – A fast-growing wildfire is burning in eastern Cassia County, southwest of American Falls, prompting evacuations and warnings…
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Eight candidates seek appointment as Bingham County magistrate judge
Eight qualified applicants have been announced by the Seventh Judicial District Magistrates Commission to succeed retiring Magistrate Judge Scott H.…
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Subaru donation helps Dora Erickson teachers avoid out-of-pocket costs
Wackerli Subaru donated school supplies and $500 AdoptaClass.org vouchers to teachers at Dora Erickson Elementary School to support classroom needs…
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Traffic Alert: Part of 49th South in Ammon to close for repairs
Beginning Monday, August 24, 2026, the City of Ammon will close a portion of 49th South between Ammon Road and Satire Drive.…
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Idaho Falls Zoo announces immersive islands exhibit opening Sept. 3
The Idaho Falls Zoo is scheduled to open its new immersive Islands exhibit on September 3, featuring animal habitats and interactive experiences…
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National Aviation Day: Jackson Hole Airport’s Hugo Hernandez recognized as American Airlines Safety Champion
American Airlines named Hugo Hernandez, a ramp lead and crew chief at Jackson Hole Airport, a 2026 Safety Champion for his commitment to safety in…
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Payette mother charged in deaths of 18-month-old twins pleads not guilty
Andrea Shaw, a Payette woman accused of murdering her 18-month-old twins, pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder on Tuesday and is…
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Rigby woman hospitalized after crash along County Line Rd.
A 30-year-old Rigby woman was hospitalized Tuesday after police say she ran a stop sign north of Idaho Falls, leading to a two-vehicle…
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‘Powering Potential:’ Mayors’ Scholarship Fund awards $850,000 to 850 students over 20 years
In 2026, the program awarded $50,000 to 54 students.
“They believed in me when it would have been easy to look at my situation and decide that…
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Polls Closed: Wyoming Primary Election Results
Wyoming’s primary election is Tuesday, August 18, and Teton County voters can cast their ballots at any of the county’s five vote centers, regardless…
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Gov. Little appoints Judge Jason Scott to Idaho Supreme Court
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — Gov. Brad Little has appointed Judge Jason Scott to serve on the Idaho Supreme Court. Scott will fill the vacancy created by…
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Back-to-School shopping: How much will school supplies cost Southeast Idaho parents this year?
What are your back-to-school supply budgeting…
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Idaho Falls police investigate death at Guns N Gear
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Idaho Falls Police say there is no ongoing threat to the public after a person was found dead Tuesday afternoon at Guns…
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Idaho licensing agency warns professionals about impersonation scams
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — The Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses is warning licensees about scammers impersonating the agency or…
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Idaho joins multistate trial against Meta over alleged harms to children
Idaho Attorney General Raul Labrador is joining a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general taking Meta to trial over allegations the company…
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Blackfoot schools to begin daily 60-second moment of silence under new Idaho law
Students in the Blackfoot School District will begin observing a daily 60-second moment of silence under a new Idaho law taking effect in public…
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Juvenile seriously injured in Teton Pass crash
A juvenile was airlifted to a regional hospital with serious injuries following a two-vehicle crash on Teton Pass on Monday…
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Chip Seal Treatment begins throughout Idaho Falls streets
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Heads up, Idaho Falls Drivers! There is some new summer road work that you want to know about ahead of your daily commute…
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Risen From the Ashes: The Rebirth of Baker Country Market
The Baker Country Market in Baker, Idaho, has successfully reopened following its reconstruction by the local community after being destroyed by a…
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Healing lives ‘shattered beyond repair:’ Cornerstone Wellness & Recovery offers lifeline of hope from addiction and suffering
“Anything is possible. Recovery is possible,” said Stephanie Taylor-Thompson, Cornerstone Wellness & Recovery COO. “Your past does not define…
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Missing 11-year-old found safe
The Idaho Falls Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a recently missing 11-year-old boy who hasn’t been seen since early…
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Jerome County Sheriff’s Office investigate officer-involved shooting of man near Heyburn
A 31-year-old man was killed by an Idaho State Police trooper during a Monday afternoon traffic stop near Heyburn, sparking an investigation by a…
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Idaho Falls man faces multiple felony child sexual exploitation charges
An Idaho Falls man is facing 10 felony counts of sexual exploitation of a child after investigators say they discovered dozens of sexually explicit…
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1 killed, 2 injured in Kearns church funeral shooting
One person was killed and two others were injured in a shooting at a funeral near a Kearns LDS church building on…
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California man sentenced to nearly 8 years for Idaho, Montana opioid heists
A California man named Andrew Rumbo-Ochoa was sentenced to 92 months in federal prison for his role in a multi-state pharmacy burglary ring that…
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Lingering monsoonal moisture setting up a Monday full of isolated rain pockets
Isolated thunderstorms continue to move through, with lingering monsoonal moisture and a trough moving into the top of the week’s forecast. Most of…
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Health care hero in need of support – Dr. David Bowman
From offering free flu shots at his clinics, to his weekly segments on our show called “No Appointment Necessary”, where he offered free medical to…
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Isolated storms continue through Saturday and the weekend forecast
A good chance of storms still lingers into Saturday and the weekend forecast around Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming. Local heavy rainfall could be…
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South Fork Fest celebrates five years of music, art and developing young creators
Musicians, artists, filmmakers and families gathered near Ririe this weekend as South Fork Fest celebrated its fifth year.
Held at Aspen Grove Inn,…
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Rexburg woman found
UPDATE: According to the Madison County Sherriff’s office April Jensen has been found.
We’ll have more information as it becomes…
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Jefferson County Fair wraps up in Rigby with emotional goodbyes
The Jefferson County Fair wrapped up its week in Rigby Saturday, marking the end of days of livestock competitions, community events and months of…
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Bannock County’s Mission 3E Veterans Summit brings resources together to empower former service members
The mission for Bannock County Veterans Services is simple: gather resources for veterans to assist in employment, education and entrepreneurship…
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Portneuf Health announces new agreement with Regence BlueShield of Idaho
Portneuf Health announced Saturday afternoon they reached a new agreement with Regence Blue Shield of Idaho insurance, calling it a “long-term” deal…
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Dustin Medellin leads Idaho Falls High as Tigers aim to end 700-day drought
Under new head coach Dustin Medellin, the Idaho Falls High School football program is focusing on fundamentals and increased roster size as it…
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Faith in Each Other: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Center for Faith Director Visits Idaho Falls
“For a significant amount of time, our houses of worship have responded to different addiction and support issues in the community,” U.S. Department…
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The Art of Swifties: local Taylorville show contributes to Idaho Falls growing arts scene
A Taylor Swift tribute band is bringing a little Eras Tour energy to Idaho Falls tonight — but the story goes beyond the music.
Find out why acts…
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Police investigating accident at First and Evergreen in Idaho Falls
Idaho Falls Police are investigating a car accident on First Street and Evergreen Drive. Drivers are being asked to avoid the area.…
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Opposing sides react as Federal Judge Blocks key portions of Idaho’s Abortion Ban
A U.S. District Judge ruled key portions of Idaho’s near-total abortion ban unconstitutional, protecting the right to abortion in cases where a…
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Champs Heart Equine Encounters receives Idaho Service Spotlight, presented by Senator Jim Risch
Champs Heart, a local organization committed to providing equine encounters and rides for veterans and children with special needs in the community,…
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TCSAR mobilizes helicopter to rescue injured backcountry rider
A 67-year-old woman and her dog were rescued from the Teton Wilderness by Teton County Search and Rescue after the rider was bucked off her…
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Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. “I shot Mr. Thompson and he…
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Overnight lane closures scheduled for U.S. 20 north of Sugar City
Starting Monday, August 17, nighttime road repairs and paving are scheduled to take place on U.S. Highway 20 north of Sugar City through…
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Two injured in semi-truck accident near Heyburn
Idaho State Police is investigating a semi-truck crash that injured two people early Friday morning.…
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CEI opens Future Tech Building as eastern Idaho prepares for growing nuclear workforce
CEI officially opened its new Future Tech Building — but the bigger story is the workforce it hopes to build inside it.
With Idaho National…
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Heise Road closed for mudslides as heavy rain hits Big Rock Fire burn scar
The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for parts of southeastern Idaho due to heavy rain threatening the Big Rock Fire burn…
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Pocatello City Council hears from police about procedures for Flock Cameras
Flock cameras have sparked debate across the country, with residents concerned their data may be released out of their control. As part of the…
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Portion of Rexburg’s 2nd East closing for construction
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) – The road along 2nd East between Yellowstone Hwy and 7th North will be closed August 16-18 while the City of Rexburg begins…
Continue Reading Two vehicles collide on I-15 South near milepost 113 after U-Haul tire blows
Traffic along I-15 south in Bonneville County was briefly bottlenecked Thursday morning after a U-Haul blew a tire and collided with a pickup…
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CEI celebrates opening of new Future Tech Building
WATCH LIVE: The College of Eastern Idaho is officially cutting the ribbon on its new Future Tech Building today.
Gov. Brad Little, U.S. Sen. Jim…
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Idaho Falls police searching for teenager missing for two weeks
The Idaho Falls Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating 17-year-old Harley Peterslie, who has been missing since July…
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Ririe Bulldogs reload following 3A state championship runner-up finish
Following a 3A state championship runner-up finish and significant senior graduation, the Ririe Bulldogs high school football team will implement a…
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Grace Man arrested following Mackay home invasion shooting
A man was shot while attempting to force entry into a home in the Mackay area of Custer County, Idaho, on Tuesday…
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College of Eastern Idaho set to unveil new Battelle Energy Alliance Future Tech Building
The College of Eastern Idaho is scheduled to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony this Thursday for its new Future Tech Building, which will house various…
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World premiere of INL’s ‘The Road to Advanced Nuclear’ documentary draws hundreds
“Nuclear got its start in Idaho, and the documentary shows the history of it. …This shows that we’re ready, we’re getting into the…
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Pharmacy experts offer help with Idaho student vaccination requirements
Pharmacists in Idaho Falls are emphasizing the convenience of accessing required student vaccinations during the back-to-school season following a…
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New rabies case confirmed in Mackay
A bat found in Mackay, Idaho, has tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to remind residents to keep pet vaccinations current and…
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Baker Country Market is set to reopen in Salmon this Friday following devastating fire
The newly rebuilt Baker Country Market in Salmon, Idaho, is scheduled to reopen to customers this Friday, August…
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Whooping Cough cases on the rise in southeastern Idaho
Southeastern Idaho Public Health is urging residents to stay current on vaccinations as pertussis cases increase across the…
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Field fire threatened homes in Fort Hall
Fire crews quickly put out a field fire in the Gibson area of Fort Hall Indian Reservation on Wednesday.…
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