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Dueling Pianos annual fundraiser aids Portneuf Greenway in building new trails
The Portneuf Greenway Foundation leaders and Board of Directors are pleased to present the return of the 7th Annual Dueling…
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Yellowstone National Park turns 150 in 2022
March 1, 2022, marks the 150th anniversary of the establishment of Yellowstone National Park.…
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Applicants wanted for ISU’s Construction Combine
Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT) is looking for applicants for the 2022 Construction Combine. It is a…
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Pfizer’s COVID-19 antiviral pill was hailed as a game-changer, but supplies are scarce
The Omicron variant of the coronavirus is causing COVID-19 cases to spike, with an average of more than 747,000 new cases a day, according to the…
Continue Reading There are plenty of N95 masks, but they’re not designed for your kids
N95 respirators, the gold standard of filtration masks, are back in the pandemic spotlight because of the highly contagious Omicron COVID-19 variant.…
Continue Reading A letter from an American soldier has been delivered to his family — 76 years after he mailed it
By Amanda Jackson, CNN Angelina Gonsalves received an unexpected, yet cherished, delivery from the US Postal Service last month — a letter her…
Continue Reading 19 states have fewer than 15% of ICU beds left as health care staffing shortages complicate care
As a record number of Americans are infected with COVID-19, largely due to the rapidly spreading Omicron variant, some states’ health care systems…
Continue Reading What should you do if someone in your family contracts COVID-19? An expert weighs in
These days, it’s much easier to contract the coronavirus as the highly contagious Omicron variant spreads…
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Amy’s Kitchen in Pocatello gets large investment
W. P. Carey Inc., a real estate investment trust group, have announced they have completed an approximately $144 million investment in three…
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Blood donations are critically needed as Red Cross faces worst shortage in a decade
If you’ve ever considered donating blood, now is the time to take…
Continue Reading Cheney says McCarthy ‘clearly trying to cover up what happened’ on January 6
By Morgan Rimmer, CNN Rep. Liz Cheney, the vice chairwoman of the House select committee investigating the January 6 insurrection, on Wednesday did…
Continue Reading ‘She’s amazing’: World War II veteran turns 103 in Black Mountain
By WLOS Staff Click here for updates on this story BLACK MOUNTAIN, North Carolina (WLOS) — A small crowd gathered…
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2 more Chronic Wasting Disease cases detected in cow elk and white-tailed doe in Unit 14
Latest detections bring Idaho’s total to six positive cases of CWD, all in Unit…
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Twin Falls man sentenced for trafficking methamphetamine
A Twin Falls man was sentenced to 150 months in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and possession with intent to distribute…
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US acknowledges shipping Idaho radioactive waste to Nevada
The federal government is acknowledging it has been shipping mixed radioactive waste from a nuclear cleanup site in Idaho to Nevada for disposal.…
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Outdoor ice rink in Idaho Falls is ready for use
After some delay, the outdoor ice rink in Idaho Falls is open and ready for you to…
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Crapo: Partisan power grab would compound confusion in election process
Senator Mike Crapo of Idaho has joined other Republicans in speaking out against efforts to eliminate the filibuster to get voting rights legislation…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 2,821 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 17 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 2,821 new COVID-19 cases and 17 new deaths…
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Idaho Democratic Party Chair announces resignation
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – Idaho Democratic Party (IDP) Chair Fred Cornforth issued the following statement…
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Bill to cut income tax introduced in Idaho House committee
Legislation to cut Idaho’s income tax and provide one-time rebates was introduced Wednesday in the House Revenue and Taxation Committee.…
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Flags to be flown at half-staff Thursday in Honor of Senator Harry Reid
In accordance with the presidential proclamation, Governor Brad Little and Governor Mark Gordon have ordered flags to be flown at half-staff…
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Governor Little appoints Stuchlik to Third Judicial District
Governor Brad Little announced the appointment of Kiley Stuchlik to the Third Judicial…
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Firth Fire Department moves forward after devastating fire
Monday morning marked a devastating blow to the Firth Fire Department.…
Continue Reading The highly contagious Omicron variant will ‘find just about everybody,’ Fauci says, but vaccinated people will still fare better
As the Omicron variant spreads like wildfire across the United States, it’s likely just about everybody will be exposed to the strain, but vaccinated…
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Meat is finally getting cheaper. But these other foods aren’t
Good news: After rising for months, meat prices are finally falling at the grocery store. Bad news: Many other staples are getting more…
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High schools kick off annual ‘Souper Bowl’ food drive
Community Food Basket Idaho Falls (CFBIF) is excited to once again partner with Skyline and Idaho Falls High Schools to launch The Souper Bowl, a…
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ITD to provide free hands-on construction training spring of 2022
With Idaho’s rapidly growing economy and commitment to improving infrastructure, the demand for skilled construction labor has never been…
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ISU researchers awarded nearly $250,000 in CAES Seed Grants
Idaho State University researchers are getting a jump start on their projects thanks to nearly $250,000 in seed…
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PCSD25 Board of Trustees welcomes 3 new members
Three new members were sworn into the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 Board of Trustees at Tuesday’s Work Session.…
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BYU-Idaho President welcomes back students in a devotional address
Students at BYU-Idaho have been back on campus for almost a week. Tuesday marked an official welcome from the University President Henry J. Eyring.…
Continue Reading Victor offers free KN-95 masks to residents
The City of Victor will make thousands of KN-95 face masks available for free to residents beginning Wednesday at City Hall during regular business…
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Wyoming tries again to remove Yellowstone grizzly protection
Wyoming has asked the federal government to remove protections from grizzly bears in and around Yellowstone National Park.…
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Idaho confronts climate change with money to protect forests
Increasingly destructive Idaho wildfires that the state’s Republican governor blames in part on climate change have resulted in him proposing a…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 2,319 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 5 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 2,319 new COVID-19 cases and 5 new deaths…
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Idaho Supreme Court: More administrators, judges needed
The Idaho Supreme Court says additional court staffers are needed across the state to help the courts handle growing caseloads and the demands of…
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Idaho officials: COVID-19 climbing too fast to timely track
Idaho’s coronavirus cases are increasing faster than the state can track them, causing a lag in case counts that some public health leaders fear…
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IFP accepting annual youth rally applications
Idaho Falls Power (IFP) is currently accepting applications for the annual Idaho Consumer-Owned Utilities Association’s (ICUA) Youth Rally and…
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New USGS Idaho Water Science Center Director named
The U.S. Geological Survey has named Roy C. Bartholomay as the new Center Director of the USGS Idaho Water Science…
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D91 launches community survey on facilities
Idaho Falls School District 91 has kicked off a months-long community outreach effort to gather input on plans to upgrade and improve D91’s school…
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Teton Pass Corridor Study to address series of problems
January 26 will be the public’s first opportunity to officially comment on a new Teton Pass Corridor…
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Idaho Supreme Court publishes annual report, enhances data website
Newly updated websites offer a wealth of information for anyone looking to better understand Idaho’s court…
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ISU professor honored with Jean’ne M. Shreeve NSF EPSCoR Research Excellence Award
An Idaho State University Chemistry Professor has taken home one of the premier awards for scientists in the Gem…
Continue Reading In a medical first, a man with terminal heart disease gets a transplant of genetically modified pig heart
A 57-year-old Maryland man is doing well three days after receiving a genetically modified pig heart in a first-of-its-kind transplant surgery,…
Continue Reading COVID-19 hospitalizations reach record high, HHS data shows
The number of US patients hospitalized with COVID-19 has hit a record high — adding strain to health care networks and pushing states toward…
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Scammers targeting utility customers
During the last couple of days, Idaho Falls Power has received multiple calls from customers regarding utility…
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Human trafficking awareness initiative
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance is launching a new annual three-day Human Trafficking Awareness…
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Governor Little touts big education spending boost, tax cuts
Governor Little will deliver his 2022 State of the State and Budget Address in the House Chambers Monday at 1…
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BLM offers reward for information on horses shot near Challis
The Bureau of Land Management is offering a reward for information on horses being shot near…
Continue Reading Fire at Shady Rest Campground in Idaho Falls
The Shady Rest Campground saw a fast response from Idaho Falls firefighters…
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Weekend fire damages Pine Ridge apartment in Chubbuck
Firefighters still have not determined what caused a fire to start at the Pine Ridge Apartments on…
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Montana increasing wildland firefighter hourly pay to $15.50
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — The state of Montana is increasing its base pay for seasonal firefighters to a minimum of $15.50 an hour to help recruit and…
Continue Reading Bob Saget’s cause of death being investigated
An autopsy was completed on Bob Saget Monday, according to the Orange County Medical Examiner in…
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South Dakota governor headed to Wyoming for GOP fundraiser
South Dakota’s governor will take part in a Republican fundraiser in western Wyoming’s wealthy Teton County next month.…
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Winter heating and electrical safety tips
We all like to snuggle up to a warm fire or space heater during the cold winter months, but heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,881 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 3 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,881 new COVID-19 cases and 3 new deaths over the…
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WDE seeks public comment on proposed performance standards for math and science
The Wyoming Department of Education seeks public comment on the proposed Chapter 10…
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DEQ seeks comment on draft IPDES permit for the drinking water treatment facility general permit
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) seeks comment on a draft Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (IPDES) permit for the…
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Regional trail system survey results out, working group members needed
As the first step in developing a sustainable regional trail system, more than 1,100 community members recently took a 10-minute Trail User…
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Firth Fire Station catches fire
The Firth fire station caught fire Monday morning. The fire has burned fire engines and equipment inside the building.…
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UPDATED: Approximately 40 cars involved in pile-up on US 20 near Island Park
Fremont County Emergency Management reports there is a large crash in Island Park near Henry’s Lake…
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Idaho gas prices continue to fall
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Average gasoline prices in Idaho have fallen 0.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.54/g Monday, according…
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Utah gov exempts state Capitol, facilities from mask mandate
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — GOP Gov. Spencer Cox exempted from a mask mandate the Utah Capitol and other state facilities Monday as conservative…
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D91 announces location of Center for Career Technical Education
Idaho Falls School District 91 plans to locate its new stand-alone Center for Career and Technical Education in downtown Idaho…
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Island Park resort helps create fun in the snow
Hidden by the trees and the snow the Sawtelle Mountain Resort plays host to many who seek to have fun in the mountains. Especially during the winter.…
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UPDATED: Victim, suspect identified in Fort Hall stabbing
A man is dead, and a person is in custody after a deadly stabbing Friday, January 7 on the Fort Hall Indian…
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Nordic Center offers Ski for Free Day
Saturday was Ski for Free Day at the East Fork Mink Creek Nordic Center.…
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Deputies looking for driver after man injured in Ammon Walmart parking lot
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is looking for the driver of a truck involved in an incident in the Walmart parking lot in…
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Avalanche blocks I-90 on Montana side of Lookout Pass
Three small snowslides on Friday, and concerns that there might be more, led the Montana Department of Transportation to close the westbound lanes of…
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Best school districts in Idaho
Stacker compiled a list of the best school districts in Idaho using rankings from…
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Idaho State returns to in-person instruction on Monday, mask mandate still in effect
It’s back to school for students and faculty at Idaho State University on…
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100 years of military history
Tucked away in the Veterans Memorial Building in Pocatello is a hidden…
Continue Reading FDA warns against using throat swabs for home COVID-19 tests
The US Food and Drug Administration is cautioning against using self-collected throat swabs for COVID-19 tests and says people should use the tests…
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EIPH reports surge of COVID-19 cases in the region
This week, Eastern Idaho Public Health (EIPH) has seen its largest daily COVID-19 case count of the pandemic with 432 cases being reported Thursday.…
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Teton County Health Department recommendations while COVID-19 cases are extremely high
New COVID-19 cases continue to increase sharply over the last week in Teton County,…
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NRC denies Oklo application for new compact reactor at INL
A plan to build a new compact fast reactor at the Idaho National Lab is cooling off for…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,335 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 12 new deaths
The state reports data for the most recent 2-week period are incomplete. Due to the recent surge in cases, approximately 8,000 outstanding positive…
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Teton County, Wyo. COVID-19 vaccination update clinic changes
Teton County Health Department would like to share several COVID-19 vaccine…
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Idaho governor, lawmakers eye tax cuts with budget surplus
With the state sitting on a pile of cash, Idaho Republican Gov. Brad Little is talking tax cuts but also financial prudence.…
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2 injured in multi-car pile-up on I-15
INKOM, Idaho (KIFI) – Icy conditions on Interstate 15 were responsible for a five-car pile-up Friday…
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‘Excessive’ COVID absences force school closures in Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Three schools in Portland, Oregon, were closed on Friday due to staffing shortages and “excessive” absences caused by…
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IFP conducts clean energy survey
Do you have an opinion about clean energy? If so, Idaho Falls Power (IFP) wants to hear from…
Continue Reading What the US can expect next from the COVID-19 surge, according to an expert
The Omicron variant has sent cases of COVID-19 surging once again, and many businesses, workplaces and schools have reintroduced restrictions to curb…
Continue Reading CDC updates COVID-19 prevention guidance for K-12 schools
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its guidance for COVID-19 prevention in K-12 schools on Thursday, aligning the…
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‘Mild’ COVID-19 doesn’t always feel that way
Many people are hearing from their doctors that they have a “mild” COVID-19 infection amid a surge of the highly contagious Omicron variant of the…
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Idaho lawmakers try to forecast state’s economic future
Lawmakers on an economic forecasting committee working on recommendations the entire Legislature can use to set the state’s budget struggled…
Continue Reading If you caught COVID-19 over the holidays, here’s what you need to know
If you caught COVID-19 over the holidays — and with the highly contagious Omicron variant in circulation, record numbers of people did — you may be…
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5 people died of rabies in 2021
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The largest amount of people have died of rabies in the U.S. in a…
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No unnecessary travel lifted
Teton County Road and Levee advise the public of no unnecessary travel on county-maintained roads through Friday. …
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Pocatello location among 37 Bed Bath & Beyond stores closing
Bed Bath & Beyond revealed the locations of 37 of the approximately 200 stores it plans close by the end of this…
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Gobert tests positive for virus again, enters NBA protocols
The first time that Rudy Gobert tested positive for COVID-19, the NBA didn’t even have health and safety…
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Complaints made over utility management of Hebgen Lake, dam
Summer drought followed by a Hebgen Dam component failure in late November has led to complaints.…
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Man arrested for warrants after attempting to elude officers
At approximately 9:45 a.m. Wednesday morning, Idaho Falls Police officers went to an address in the 400 block of Call Avenue with the intent of…
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Hunters kill 20 Yellowstone wolves that roamed out of park
Twenty of Yellowstone National Park’s renowned gray wolves roamed from the park and were shot by hunters in neighboring states in recent months.…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,765 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 31 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,765 new COVID-19 cases and 31 new deaths…
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Sen. Doug Ricks visits studio to talk upcoming legislative session
The Idaho Legislature will be starting the 2022 session in Boise on Monday.…
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Annual grants available for ID artists, arts educators and arts administrators
The Idaho Commission on the Arts is now accepting applications for all annual…
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COVID-19 and kids: How public health is working to avoid an outbreak
New guidelines coming down from the CDC Wednesday to try and fight the spread of the new highly contagious Omicron variant in…
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Snowpack levels are exceeding average amounts
The current levels of snow pack on the top of our local mountains are greater than the average snow levels at this time in the winter…
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Questions about first baby of the year at PMC
There has been some confusion over a local hospital announcing its first baby of the…
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