Expect delays on Highway 22 Tuesday
Highway 22 traffic will be restricted and commuters should anticipate delays of up to 20-30 minutes while the helicopter transfers loads off the mountain to a trailer.
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Water service repair on Skyline Drive
The Idaho Falls Water Division is repairing a water service line near the 500 block of Skyline Drive.
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Law enforcement reminds us to take extra steps when hauling items
Tuesday June 6, 2023 is Secure your Load Day, dedicated to raising awareness about why it is so important to insepect your haul and be sure it is securely fastened.
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Idaho gas price woes continue while national average holds steady
While gas prices could resemble a roller coaster ride this summer, Idaho drivers are already starting to feel some uncomfortable twists and turns at the pump.
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Scientists ‘stunned’ by mysterious structures found in the Milky Way
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — An international team of astrophysicists has discovered hundreds of mysterious structures in the center of the Milky Way galaxy. These one-dimensional cosmic threads are hundreds of horizontal or radial filaments — slender, elongated bodies of luminous gas that potentially originated a few million years ago when outflow from Sagittarius
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Idaho Falls City Council approves new dog park
Dog owners in the Idaho Falls community may soon have another place to take their furry friends to run free.
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Governor Little proclaims June 5 – 9 as Summer Food Service Program Awareness Week
Free meals are available to Idaho children this summer at sites across the state.
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Pocatello Regional Airport to host second Airport Master Plan open house June 6
You are invited to attend an upcoming open house hosted by Pocatello Regional Airport to learn more about the update of the “Airport Master Plan.”
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June 6 webinar focuses on Idaho’s labor force, business climate
A panel of labor economists will be highlighting the first ever Idaho Employer Climate Survey results during an Idaho Department of Labor webinar, June 6.
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Dr. Mary Thompson selected as one of winners of Esto Perpetua Award
For nearly 30 years, Dr. Mary Thompson worked as a collections manager for the Idaho Museum of Natural History in Pocatello.
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3 things to know this morning – June 5, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your Monday.
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Carousel horse grazing in Rexburg museum now has a name
During the events of the devastating Teton Dam Flood in 1976 the Centennial carousel that has called Rexburg’s Porter Park home for over 100 years, a horse from the carousel now calls the Museum of Rexburg its stable.
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The Memories came flooding in for Rexburg’s Flood Of Memories event
To honor the memory of the flood and everyone it affected at 2:25 pm Saturday June 3rd 2023 city welcomed people to the Romance Theather where instead of water flooding the room it was the memories of that day.
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Evening temporary closures on Northeast Entrance Road in Yellowstone
This segment of road will close so that construction crews can conduct safe blasting operations.
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Water service repair on Lincoln Road June 5
Both east and westbound traffic will be reduced to a single lane through the construction zone.
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Road striping operations begin this week
Travelers in Grand Teton National Park should plan for 15-minute delays as road striping operations begin next week.
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Comment wanted on Bannock County magistrate judge applicants
The Magistrates Commission asks you for your help in the appointment by providing us with your
comments on the applicants
Idaho Power files general rate case
Idaho Power’s last general rate case was filed in 2011.
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Over 1,000 runners gather for Teton Dam Marathon races
The City of Rexburg hosted the Teton Dam Marathon on Saturday, which saw the highest number of participants ever in the event’s history.
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Missing 14-year-old boy with autism found
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – UPDATE: Evan has been found ORIGINAL: The Idaho Falls Police Department is searching for Evan Flores. Evan is a 14 year old male with autism who is predominantly non-verbal. Evan was last seen in the area of 1700 Rainier (off N Belin Road and N Skyline Drive) early this morning.
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Yellowstone calls on visitors to protect wildlife and respect safety regulations
The park calls on visitors to protect wildlife by understanding how their actions can negatively impact wildlife.
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Wolf trapper education class offered in Salmon July 29
This class only happens a few times a year locally, so sign up now.
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Free Hepatitis C, HIV and Syphilis testing for the month of June
Testing only takes a few minutes, and you can get results before you leave.
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Top 10 things to know about visiting Yellowstone during 2023 summer season
If you plan to travel to Yellowstone National Park this summer, plan ahead to protect yourself and this wild and awe-inspiring place.
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Trial date set for Chad Daybell
A trial date has been set for Chad Daybell.
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Dangerous river conditions on Portneuf River
Due to the high levels and fast-moving water, officials are asking you exercise extreme caution near rivers and creeks.
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Local child care center under investigation
Pocatello Police Investigators responded to Stepping Stones Preschool and Childcare Center in Pocatello Friday.
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Wyoming Free Fishing Day is June 3
Celebrate Wyoming’s five-star fisheries this year by fishing without a license — for free.
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Yellowstone Food Village kicks off food truck summer
Outside the Idaho Innovation center, the Yellowstone Food Village is kicking-off food truck summer.
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Court battle over interstate travel targets Utah bus stops in Nevada, California
A Utah-based bus company says the state of Nevada has “declared war” on its interstate travel services, seized one of its commercial vans and falsely accused it of operating unsafe vehicles.
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Island Park boil order still in effect
A boil order affecting 20% of Island Park residents is still ongoing after more than a month.
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IPUC approves 2 applications that will change rates for eastern Idaho electric utility customers
The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has approved two applications submitted by Rocky Mountain Power that will change the rates the utility charges customers for electricity service.
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Mountain biker recalls experience with mountain lion
During these nice summer days, there is nothing better than getting out and enjoying a hike, a bike ride, or a trail run in our beautiful mountains. But you need to be aware of your surroundings when it comes to wildlife.
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Idaho Innovation Center opens new MAKERSPACE
The Idaho Innovation Center opened its new MAKERSPACE Factory 43 on Friday.
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Caribou-Targhee National Forest firewood permits available
The Caribou-Targhee National Forest has started selling firewood permits for personal use.
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Idaho Falls Police Department launches Project Home Safe
The Idaho Falls Police Department launched Project Home Safe, an effort intended to help children and people with disabilities in the event they are lost or missing.
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DEQ awards $3,000,000 to Hoo Doo Harvard Water and Sewer District
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced the award of a $3,000,000 low-interest drinking water construction loan to Hoo Doo Harvard Water and Sewer District in Latah County.
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Sawtooth National Forest announces concession opportunity
The Sawtooth National Forest announced an upcoming campground concession opportunity and, for those who may be interested, site visits that will occur prior to the prospectus publication.
Continue Reading Catch the fun on Free Fishing Day June 10 at Kid’s Creek Pond
All kids will go home with a prize and maybe some cash.
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Bannock Transportation Planning Organization to host open house June 7
Bannock Transportation Planning Organization (BTPO) will hold a public open house on Wednesday, June 7 to collect feedback from the public as it updates the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP).
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Families sue to block Idaho law barring gender-affirming care for minors
The families of two transgender teenagers are suing Idaho officials to block enforcement of a ban on gender-affirming medical care for minors.
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Idaho Falls homeowners face rough road to recover after flood damage
A week after flash floods surged through Idaho Falls, homeowners are still picking through the remains.
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2 arrested after hotel room search warrant served
Two have been taken into custody after a hotel search warrant was served Wednesday night.
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Meat plant employees evacuated after some started feeling sick
Employees at an Idaho Falls meat packing plant are back to work after they were evacuated as a precaution Thursday.
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D91 Ed Foundation’s scholarship winners
Through its community partnerships, the Idaho Falls Education Foundation announced it has awarded more than $45,000 in scholarships to D91 graduates and graduating seniors this year.
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Idaho Falls City Council meetings to be temporarily held at Civic Center for the Performing Arts
During the months of June and July, Idaho Falls City Council meetings will be held at the Civic Center for the Performing Arts.
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Lane closure on Pancheri Drive
Starting Thursday, June 1, the westbound right lane of Pancheri Drive from Yellowstone Highway to I-15 will be temporarily closed for construction.
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Pocatello Fire Department receives 3 new brush trucks ahead of wildfire season
The Pocatello Fire Department is excited to roll out three new Ford F550 wildland brush trucks just ahead of wildfire season.
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Bonneville County Jail expansion breaks ground
Ground broke Thursday for the expansion of the Special Handling unit at the Bonneville County Jail.
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Salmon Region waters to be stocked with trout in June
June is the perfect month to drop a line in your local fishing hole.
Continue Reading 3 things to know this morning – June 1, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your Thursday.
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Bridge repairs underway on US 20 in Idaho Falls
Bridge repairs are underway on U.S. Highway 20 in Idaho Falls at the bridge over Riverside Drive.
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Flower baskets decorate Downtown Idaho Falls
For the past decade the Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation has been a driving force behind making sure flower pots hang around the city’s downtown area.
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Man sentenced for harassing Yellowstone bison calf
The man accused of disturbing a newborn bison calf in Yellowstone National Park was sentenced today.
Continue Reading Officials working to divert water from spilling over Chesterfield Reservoir
The Chesterfield Dam started overflowing on Wednesday morning into the Portneuf River.
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Adoption Fees temporarily waived at Idaho Falls animal shelter to ease crowding
Many of our local animal shelters are sharing that they are filled to the brim with dogs who need to find forever homes. The Idaho Falls Animal Shelter is experiencing such difficulties.
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The Village – A Foster Care Closet impacting Eastern Idaho families
As National Foster Care Month winds down, The Village, A Foster Care Closet, highlights their impact in Eastern Idaho at an Open House Wednesday afternoon.
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How to stay safe around wildlife
It’s that time of year again when animals are out of hibernation.
Continue Reading D91 offering free meals again this summer
Idaho Falls School District 91 will be serving free meals again this summer, but with some changes.
Continue Reading 3 things to know this morning – May 31, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your Wednesday.
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Serve Idaho announces $375,000 in funding for AmeriCorps planning grants
Up to five organizations will receive funding up to $75,000 each for planning grants to explore the feasibility of operating an AmeriCorps program.
Continue Reading 10 tips for taking kids fishing
Do you want to be a rock star to your kids this summer?
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Idaho Falls Animal Shelter offers free dog adoptions, owner reclaims
The Idaho Falls Animal Shelter is currently offering free dog adoptions and owner reclaims due to the extremely high number of dogs currently at the shelter.
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Lookout Point opens on Friday
Pocatello is unveiling a new park in its Historic Downtown area on Friday.
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Bearded dragon found in Idaho Falls Shelter looking for owner
The Idaho Falls Animal Shelter is the home of a new stray animal.
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Teton County driver’s license department closed due to staffing shortages
Due to staffing shortages, the Teton County driver’s license department will be closed until further notice.
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Camping at Beaver Dick Park just got a little more complicated
An active flood warning is in place for Madison, Fremont, and Jefferson Counties.
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Search warrant leads to felony drug arrest
Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies located methamphetamine and marijuana at a residence on Monte Vista last Friday evening while serving a search warrant.
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Wildfire prevention and preparedness messages at the gas pump
Do you ever watch the short ads that pop up on the gas pump while filling your tank?
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Idaho gas prices tick up
Prices in Idaho are 10.1 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 91.0 cents per gallon lower than a year ago.
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Help Red Cross install free smoke alarms in Idaho Falls homes
The Red Cross of Idaho and East Oregon will help keep families safe from home fires by installing free smoke alarms in Idaho Falls homes and is looking for volunteers to help.
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Expanded property tax refund program deadline approaching
The Wyoming Department of Revenue reminds homeowners in Wyoming that may qualify for a partial refund of 2022 property taxes paid.
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BHC makes changes to help more children with mental health
Demand for mental healthcare in youth is on the rise according to the Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.
Continue Reading 3 things to know this morning – May 30, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your Tuesday.
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Madison Fire Department honors fallen heroes visiting county cemeteries
Memorials to fallen heroes are taking place all over the region. In Madison County the Fire Department has spent the morning going to various county cemetaries to honor the fallen with a special ceremony Monday.
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Shelley man dies after crash on South Yellowstone Highway
This crash remains under investigation by Idaho State Police.
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Woman nearly gored by bison
If your summer plans include a trip to Yellowstone, remember the animals are wild an you need to keep your distance from them.
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Idaho State Veterans Cemetery hosts special service for Memorial Day
The Idaho State Veterans Cemetery in Blackfoot held a special Memorial Day service on Monday.
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2 intersection improvement projects near Rollandet Avenue start Tuesday
Knife River will begin work on two intersections near Rollandet Avenue Tuesday, May 30.
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Parent Advisory Council members chosen for Empowering Parents grant program
Governor Brad Little, Senate President Pro Tem Chuck Winder and House Speaker Mike Moyle announced the members of the new Parent Advisory Council.
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Local Head Start program is currently accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 said Head Start, a federally funded preschool program that serves low-income families, is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year for children who will be three or four years old as of Sept. 1, 2023.
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New Bruneau Dunes State Park observatory to be dedicated June 1
Bruneau Dunes State Park dedicates its new observatory on Thursday, June 1, 2023, a celebration that also marks a quarter-century of astronomy programming at the park.
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Summer operations at Craters of the Moon
Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve has begun its summer season.
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PCSD 25 Class of 2023 high school graduation schedule
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 invites the community to join in congratulating the Class of 2023.
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AAA urges safe driving during the ‘100 Deadliest Days’
With Memorial Day and the start of the summer driving season right around the corner, AAA is reminding drivers to stay safe behind the wheel.
Continue Reading Does Brian Laundrie’s mom risk criminal charges over her ‘burn after reading’ letter? Here’s what legal experts say
By Ray Sanchez, CNN (CNN) — The undated “burn after reading” letter from Brian Laundrie’s mother could provide what one legal analyst called the “proverbial smoking gun” in the civil case brought by Gabby Petito’s family against his parents. But the note, recovered from Laundrie’s backpack after his remains were found in October 2021, is
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I found a bat in my home — what do I do?
What if you find a bat trapped inside your home?
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Grand Teton restores native sagebrush habitat
Grand Teton National Park staff will continue habitat restoration projects in the park this summer as part of a multi-phase restoration effort to replace approximately 4,500 acres of non-native grass fields with native sagebrush habitat.
Continue Reading Businesses: Learn how to pay employees and stay in compliance May 31
Idaho businesses are invited to learn about the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour services Wednesday.
Continue Reading 3 things to know this morning – May 29, 2023
Here’s what you should know to start your Monday.
Continue Reading Missing autistic teen has been found
The Idaho Falls Police Department is searching for Evan Flores. Evan is a 14-year-old male with autism who is predominantly non-verbal.
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Field of Honor in Freeman Park reminds visitors of the ultimate sacrifice of local heroes
Behind the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Freeman Park stands 1000 flags each representing a fallen hero who gave the ultimate sacrifice. The field has stood in the park every Memorial day weekend for the past eleven years.
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Fire Department dispatched to apt. complex after reports of smoke
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)-No injuries reported following an apartment fire on Benton Street earlier this afternoon.
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Flags to fly at half-staff until noon May 29 for Memorial Day
I request the Governors of the United States and its Commonwealths and Territories, and the appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff until noon on this Memorial Day on all buildings, grounds, and naval vessels throughout the United States and in all areas under its jurisdiction and control.
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Be Bear Aware campaign coming to Salmon
The classes will be held at the Sacajawea Center on Highway 28.
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Hunter education course offered in Salmon
An instructor-led hunter education course will be held in Salmon May 30 through June 2 from 4 to 7 p.m. each evening and June 3 from 8 a.m. to noon.
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Wyoming Stable Token Commission seeks public input
Created with the passage of the Wyoming Stable Token Act, the Wyoming Stable Token Commission has begun the process of generating the Wyoming Stable Token, a virtual currency.
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Rural healthcare grants awarded to 16 seek to attract and retain providers
The 16 providers awarded grants this spring provide healthcare services to an estimated 39,928 Idahoans each year.
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Liz Cheney urges graduates not to compromise with the truth in commencement speech
By SAM METZ Associated Press Former U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney implored new college graduates to not compromise when it comes to the truth, excoriating her House Republican colleagues for not doing enough to combat former President Donald Trump’s lies that the 2020 election was stolen. In a commencement speech at Colorado College, the Wyoming Republican
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