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School shooting threats part of nationwide hoax

February 22, 2023 11:42 AM News Team

The Pocatello Police Department reports there is a hoax caller from out of our area calling agencies and posting possible acts of violence online.…

Blowing and drifting snow cause icy roads

February 22, 2023 3:57 PM News Team

The Idaho Transportation Department has closed part of Interstate 15 due to low visibility, high winds and drifting…

Madison Health Behavioral Unit benefits community with some challenges along the way

February 23, 2023 9:20 AM Braydon Wilson

For the past couple years, the Madison Health group has been providing a mental health unit at the…

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donates church building to Idaho Falls Community Food Basket

February 22, 2023 10:22 AM Kailey Galaviz

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donated a church building to the Idaho Falls Community Food Basket for a bigger distribution…

Sandbags are key to fight against flooding

February 22, 2023 5:50 PM Evan Thomason

Warmer temperatures and even rain showers forced some of the valley snowpack to…

2 vehicle crash east of Rupert blocks highway

February 22, 2023 4:18 PM News Team

On Wednesday at approximately 10:57 a.m., the Idaho State Police investigated a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 25 near milepost 54, east of…

DEQ adds mobile air quality monitor in Laramie County

February 22, 2023 3:35 PM News Team

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Air Quality Division has begun operating a mobile ambient monitoring station in Laramie…

Flags to be flown at half-staff Thursday to honor Wyoming sailor killed at Pearl Harbor

February 22, 2023 5:22 PM News Team

overnor Mark Gordon has ordered both the U.S. and State of Wyoming flag be flown at half-staff statewide on Thursday, Feb. 23 in honor and memory…

Idaho bill would bring back execution by firing squad

February 22, 2023 2:48 PM Associated Press

Idaho could bring back firing squads as a method of execution under legislation introduced by a panel of lawmakers…

School closures, early release – Feb. 22, 2023

February 22, 2023 5:36 AM Zach Glancy

We have some school closures this…

Webb telescope makes a surprising galactic discovery in the distant universe

February 22, 2023 10:35 AM CNN Newsource

By Ashley Strickland, CNN Astronomers have used the James Webb Space Telescope to peer back in time to the early days of the universe — and they…

Bill requiring minimum mandatory sentencing guidelines for fentanyl possession in committee

February 22, 2023 12:18 PM Linda Larsen

In addition to the work that is being done within our cities to fight the threat, the StateLegislature is also considering a bill requiring minimum…

Sandbags available for purchase

February 22, 2023 5:26 PM Linda Larsen

With our changing temperatures and recent snow, some people across the area have been worried about…

Police say to move over, slow down after close call

February 22, 2023 5:28 PM News Team

The Wyoming Highway Patrol has a message for all…

COVID-19 UPDATES: 891 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 4 new deaths

February 22, 2023 5:21 PM News Team

Idaho officials reported 891 new COVID-19 cases and 4 new deaths in the last…

Earth’s innermost layer is a 400-mile-wide ball of iron, new study suggests

February 21, 2023 8:35 PM CNN Newsource

By Jackie Wattles, CNN Scientists have long wondered what lies at the very center of the Earth, and the latest research is putting weight behind a…

Gordon signs bill to help advance rare Earth elements mining in Wyoming

February 22, 2023 9:58 AM News Team

Governor Mark Gordon signed a bill to advance Wyoming’s leadership on developing rare earth and critical minerals…

Grand Teton reopens Gros Ventre Road

February 22, 2023 9:43 AM News Team

Grand Teton National Park has closed the Gros Ventre Rd from N Highway 89 (Gros Ventre Junction) to the town of Kelly due to blowing/drifting snow…

Fort Hall house considered total loss after fire

February 21, 2023 5:01 PM News Team

At 11:51 a.m. Tuesday, the Fort Hall Fire Department responded to a house fire on Johnson Road in the Gibson District of the Fort Hall Reservation.…

Dog alerts homeowner of smoke coming from condo

February 21, 2023 3:05 PM News Team

Just before 7 a.m. Tuesday morning, the Idaho Falls Fire Department was dispatched to the 1500 block of Woodruff Avenue for a structure…

Teton County lifts No Unnecessary Travel advisory

February 22, 2023 9:37 AM News Team

Teton County Road & Levee is placing a No Unnecessary Travel advisory on the following roads due to blowing/drifting snow, low visibility, and…

3 things to know this morning – February 22, 2023

February 22, 2023 7:03 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

Gov. Gordon holds public bill signing Tuesday

February 21, 2023 4:31 PM News Team

The ceremony was open to the…

US Hwy 89 re-opened in Montpelier Canyon after snow slides Tuesday

February 21, 2023 2:55 PM Todd Kunz

Multiple snow slides have closed U.S. Highway 89 east of Montpelier…

Federal jury convicts Boise tax return preparer of filing false tax returns

February 21, 2023 2:49 PM News Team

After a four-day trial, a federal jury found Boise tax return preparer 33-year-old Andres Sanchez guilty of willfully aiding and assisting in the…

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints issues statement on SEC settlement

February 21, 2023 12:02 PM Associated Press

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its investment arm have been fined $5 million for using shell companies to obscure the size of…

The dinner bell rings in Rexburg’s Restaurant Rush Week

February 21, 2023 10:55 AM Braydon Wilson

The week of Monday, Feb. 20 to Saturday, Feb. 25 is a large week for many of the Rexburg dining…

Fatal crash south of Sheridan

February 21, 2023 10:46 AM News Team

The investigation is still…

Parents to teach kids how to drive

February 21, 2023 11:08 AM Kailey Galaviz

Idaho House Bill 133 is proposing to allow parents or guardians the ability to provide driver training for their children rather than taking a…

How gun commerce has changed in Idaho since 2010

February 9, 2023 6:33 PM Stacker

Stacker investigated how gun commerce has changed in Idaho since 2010 using data from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and…

Teton Pass remains closed

February 20, 2023 4:13 PM News Team

Teton Pass, WYO 22 from the Idaho State Line to Jackson, is closed in both due to winter conditions and crashes. …

Teton County administrative offices and court facilities closed

February 21, 2023 9:53 AM News Team

Based on the severe weather conditions including snow and blowing snow with winds creating blizzard like conditions, the Teton County Commissioners…

School Closures – February 21, 2023

February 21, 2023 5:13 AM Zach Glancy

We have a school closure for you this…

Coroner identifies deceased after wrong-way driver crash

February 18, 2023 10:49 AM Travis Richards

Next of kin has been…

3 things to know this morning – February 21, 2023

February 21, 2023 7:14 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

Don’t abandon your pets, there are other options

February 20, 2023 11:09 AM Kailey Galaviz

Remmi and Baxter are just two of many dogs left abandoned by their owner in Idaho…

Local attorney arrested on drug charges

February 20, 2023 5:57 PM News Team

A former Jefferson County prosecutor has been…

New type of salty ice may exist on extraterrestrial ocean moons

February 20, 2023 3:06 PM CNN Newsource

By Ashley Strickland, CNN The mysterious red streaks crisscrossing the surface of Jupiter’s moon Europa may be the result of a newly discovered…

US 191/189 Hoback Canyon closure Tuesday

February 20, 2023 4:23 PM News Team

he Wyoming Department of Transportation has scheduled a closure of US 191/189 through Hoback Canyon for Tuesday, Feb. 21 at 7:00 a.m for avalanche…

Idaho’s short-term employment growth is expected to continue through 2024

February 20, 2023 2:19 PM News Team

New short-term employment projections from the Idaho Department of Labor show Idaho’s healthy rate of job creation is expected to continue during…

After a brief hiatus, skijoring makes a return to Teton Valley

February 20, 2023 11:23 AM Braydon Wilson

Skijoring is an event where a person on skis is pulled by an animal like a dog or possibly a motor…

Idaho leads the nation in resignation rates

February 20, 2023 11:53 AM News Team

During last year’s tight labor market, many workers across the country decided to call it…

ISU hosts annual JumpStart Competition for high school students

February 20, 2023 11:07 AM News Team

Idaho State University College of Technology hosted the annual JumpStart Competition for high school students on…

Fatality crash on I-86 east of Burley

February 20, 2023 11:08 AM News Team

Idaho State Police are investigating a vehicle collision that occurred at 1:39 p.m. on Feb. 17at eastbound Interstate 86 milepost 10, in Cassia…

Idaho gas prices fall slightly

February 20, 2023 11:10 AM News Team

Average gasoline prices in Idaho have fallen 0.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.65/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 802…

Jimmy Carter to begin receiving home hospice care

February 18, 2023 7:31 PM CNN

Former US President Jimmy Carter will begin receiving hospice care at his home in Georgia, according to a statement from The Carter Center on…

Most popular boy names in the ’00s in Idaho

February 15, 2023 6:33 PM Stacker

Stacker compiled the most popular baby names for boys of the 2000s in Idaho using data from the Social Security…

3 things to know this morning – February 20, 2023

February 20, 2023 7:02 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

The oldest All-American Dog Race tradition continues

February 18, 2023 2:39 PM Braydon Wilson

It’s dog sled racing season and many of the mushers in the nearby area are coming to Ashton to compete in the oldest race in the states.…

Ashton Dog Derby leaves an impact that goes beyond the tradition

February 19, 2023 11:18 AM Braydon Wilson

While it took a brief hiatus from the traditional starting place from downtown Ahston in 2023 the traditional starting line returned to large…

Snow showers tonight, blowing snow Sunday

February 18, 2023 4:31 PM Evan Thomason

Stray mountain snow showers will be in the region for Sunday with cloudy skies for most of the…

Increased fentanyl overdose activity in Pocatello

February 19, 2023 3:03 PM Travis Richards

Over the past couple of weeks, Pocatello and the surrounding areas have seen an increase in fentanyl overdoses, according to the Pocatello Police…

Registration open for 16th Annual Bengal Triathlon and Duathlon

February 19, 2023 2:00 PM News Team

All levels of racers are invited to participate and will receive a free sweatshirt, if registered before March…

State of Deer and Elk: Learn how season setting is done and how hunter input is used

February 19, 2023 12:00 PM News Team

With the big game public comment period open until Feb. 22, hunters can provide useful feedback to help Fish and Game wildlife managers make better…

Kiwanis Club of Pocatello donates $2,500 to ISU

February 19, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

A local club is putting its financial support behind STEM education efforts for area…

Snow great for Idaho recreation, economy; housing and staffing challenges remain

February 19, 2023 9:00 AM News Team

But despite high traffic and the boon to the surrounding economy, Idaho’s biggest winter recreation destinations face housing challenges for…

DON’T QUIT! Fitness Campaign launches in Wyoming

February 18, 2023 2:00 PM News Team

The NFGFC will gift a state-of-the-art DON’T QUIT! Fitness Center to three Wyoming elementary/middle schools. …

F&G Southeast Region schedules big game measuring day

February 18, 2023 12:00 PM News Team

It’s time again to see how your latest trophy animal measures…

Tax rebates not taxable; corrected 1099-Gs coming

February 18, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

The Idaho State Tax Commission has been receiving phone calls asking whether Idaho’s tax rebates are taxable. The answer is no.…

Online scoping questionnaires for spring/summer Chinook salmon seasons available for public input Tuesday

February 18, 2023 9:00 AM News Team

Scoping questionnaires will be available Tuesday, Feb. 21 and close for comment Feb.…

Vandalism at Pocatello East Bench Wildfire Mitigation Project site

February 17, 2023 9:55 AM News Team

On Tuesday, work crews arrived at the Pocatello East Bench Wildfire Mitigation Project site to find one of their machines inoperable.…

106th Ashton Dog Derby kicks off

February 17, 2023 11:40 AM Evan Thomason

Mushers gathered together at the annual Ashton Dog Derby on Friday to race their mushers across the…

Gov. Gordon takes action on 1 bill on Friday

February 17, 2023 4:42 PM News Team

Governor Mark Gordon took action on one bill on Friday.…

Jackson Hole Airport parking lots full before holiday weekend

February 17, 2023 4:42 PM News Team

Jackson Hole Airport parking lots are at capacity before the busy holiday…

3 new State Department of Education Directors announced

February 17, 2023 3:35 PM News Team

Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield welcomed a new Director of Special Education, Director of Content and Curriculum and Director…

Avalanche infrastructure maintenance will cause traffic delays in Hoback Canyon

February 17, 2023 3:34 PM News Team

The work will cause intermediate delays for traffic of up to 15 minutes at a…

Idaho Falls snow removal parking restrictions lifted

February 14, 2023 9:38 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Street Division has completed snow removal operations associated with the recent weather…

2 time Olympic Gold Medalist looks to break world record at Simplot Games

February 17, 2023 11:20 AM Seth Ratliff

As athletes take the field of the 43 Simplot Games, they are rubbing shoulders with world record holders and olympic…

Multiple white-tailed deer shot and left to waste near Potlatch

February 17, 2023 10:32 AM News Team

Officers are seeking information regarding this…

COVID-19 infection offers strong protection against reinfection for about 10 months, study finds

February 17, 2023 10:07 AM CNN Newsource

For at least 10 months after a COVID-19 infection, your immune system can provide good protection against symptomatic illness the next time around, a…

Eligible homeowners can now apply online for property tax relief

February 17, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

You might qualify for some property tax…

Idaho Falls Zoo now taking applications for teen Junior Zoo Crew program

February 17, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Zoo is taking applications for teens wanting an amazing educational experience while giving back to the community on the 2023 Junior…

Crews respond to structure fire

February 17, 2023 10:04 AM News Team

The Idaho Falls Fire Department is on scene at the 1600 block of Kearney Street in Idaho Falls for a structure fire.…

Body of missing snowmobiler recovered

February 15, 2023 5:49 PM Braydon Wilson

Next of kin has been…

School Closures – February 17, 2023

February 17, 2023 5:21 AM Zach Glancy

We have a school closure for you this…

3 things to know this morning – February 17, 2023

February 17, 2023 7:01 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

5 Idaho men indicted for distribution of methamphetamine, fentanyl

February 16, 2023 6:27 PM News Team

A federal grand jury in Boise returned an eight-count indictment on Wednesday, charging five Idaho men with distribution of methamphetamine and…

AARP offers free tax service

February 16, 2023 4:12 PM Seth Ratliff

After a short break due to the pandemic, the local AARP is providing free tax preparation services, and you don’t have to be an AARP member to…

Caldwell hiring event Feb. 23 features multiple job and training opportunities

February 16, 2023 5:00 PM News Team

Several Caldwell area employers are seeking multiple workers at an early spring hiring event Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Idaho Department of…

Interviewing workshop for teens to be held Feb. 22 in Meridian

February 16, 2023 4:59 PM News Team

Participants will learn how to avoid common mistakes, prepare for behavioral-based interview questions and participate in a mock…

Feb. 15 is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day

February 16, 2023 3:03 PM Linda Larsen

Wednesday was a special day to remember some of our local…

Testing bridge strength for earthquakes

February 16, 2023 3:04 PM Linda Larsen

One Idaho State University student is trying to figure out ways to make buildings and bridges…

Scooters may be coming to Pocatello

February 16, 2023 3:02 PM Linda Larsen

Scooters may soon be riding along the streets of…

New image of the sun could help unravel solar mysteries

February 16, 2023 11:59 AM CNN Newsource

By Ashley Strickland, CNN A trio of telescopes captured a new view of the sun that reveals the star’s invisible light. Humans can see optical…

WHP troopers locate juveniles shooting road signs

February 16, 2023 12:50 PM News Team

The trooper located a pickup truck in the area where he heard the…

BLM seeks public input on renewable energy strategy in southern Idaho

February 16, 2023 12:47 PM News Team

The Bureau of Land Management is inviting the public to open house meetings that will outline the process for a strategic, landscape-scale approach…

IFPD receives $110,000 grant for jiu jitsu training, other programs

February 16, 2023 11:12 AM News Team

The GIFPF Board has allocated the $110,000 to specific programs and needs within the Idaho Falls Police Department in accordance with this…

Megacluster of galaxies reveals its secrets in new Webb telescope image

February 15, 2023 12:22 PM CNN Newsource

By Ashley Strickland, CNN The James Webb Space Telescope just peered into a celestial Pandora’s box to see what lies beyond a megacluster of…

Gordon’s first bill signing advances mental health care in Wyoming

February 16, 2023 10:26 AM News Team

Governor Mark Gordon signed the first bills of the 2023 Legislative session during a public signing ceremony at the Capitol…

Gov. Little to visit with high schoolers about proposed Launch workforce training program

February 16, 2023 10:13 AM Evan Thomason

Governor Brad Little will visit with high school students in Kuna, Twin Falls, and Rigby Thursday to reinforce the benefits of the proposed Launch…

Prosecutor: Officer’s actions justified in Eagles Lodge officer-involved shooting

February 16, 2023 10:08 AM News Team

Bonneville County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Neal has determined the officer’s actions during the officer involved shooting at the Eagles Lodge in…

Risch: The CCP balloon invasion of US deserves President Biden’s attention

February 16, 2023 9:54 AM News Team

U.S. Senator for Idaho Jim Risch says President Biden needs to speak to the American people about the Chinese spy balloon and the other three…

Free dog coats and sweaters for pet owners

February 16, 2023 9:46 AM Seth Ratliff

As cold temperatures stick around awhile, the Snake River Animal Shelter in Idaho Falls is helping keep your pets…

Wind Chill Warning until 10am

February 16, 2023 6:05 AM Jeff Roper

Sub-zero temps this morning and high pressure on top keep cold air from last system in lockdown making for dangerously cold temps and wind chills -20…