Pocatello opens new playground at Alameda Park amid ongoing vandalism issues
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)- Pocatello’s Alameda Park officially opened a new playground for children ages 5 to 12 Friday, marking significant progress…
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Cougar kitten named at Zoo Idaho in Pocatello
The City of Pocatello held a naming contest for the new cougar kitten at Zoo Idaho as a fundraiser for her habitat, which raised $3000 for…
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NTSB report sheds light on cause of Rigby plane crash
According to the report, a Cessna 150F was destroyed after striking a power line and crashing into a building. Fortunately, both occupants, a student…
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Shelley Man charged with felony rape of teenager
A 20-year-old Bingham County man faces felony charges for the alleged rape of a 17-year-old girl in Shelley,…
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Pocatello City Council Upholds Hearing Examiner’s Decision, says “no” to Proposed AI Data Center
The Pocatello City Council voted tonight on the Lex Developments appeal for the proposed AI data center and decided in a 4-1 decision to uphold the…
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HomeGoods confirmed for former Joann Fabric building in Idaho Falls
HomeGoods has obtained a building permit to open a new store in the former Joann Fabric and Crafts location in Idaho…
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Bingham Healthcare helping address doctor shortage – opening new Urgent Care in Ammon
“There’s more and more need for healthcare,” said Bingham Healthcare CEO Jake Erickson. “We’re grateful to be able to provide that service here seven…
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Steve Hunter named interim CEO of Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce
Steve Hunter has been appointed interim CEO of the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce. This appointment follows the resignation of former CEO…
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DOE leadership visits Idaho Cleanup Project, highlights cleanup work supporting nuclear research
U.S. Department of Energy leaders visited the Idaho Cleanup Project last week to review cleanup work supporting nuclear research and development at…
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Frontier Credit Union donates $800K to Blackfoot nonprofits for buildings
Frontier Credit Union donated $800,000 to The Blackfoot Community Food Pantry and The Village to help them purchase their building and stabilize…
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Eastern Idaho health officials urge residents to check measles vaccination status after Teton County case
A vaccinated adult in Teton County recently contracted measles, marking Idaho’s 10th case this year. While breakthroughs happen, Eastern Idaho Public…
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Iceberg lettuce sold at Taco Bell linked to cyclospora outbreak
Shredded iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms and sold at certain Taco Bell restaurants has been linked to a massive cyclosporiasis outbreak…
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Power restored after failed transformer sparks widespread outage on ISU lower campus
Public Safety at Idaho State University sent an emergency alert at 2:30 p.m. on July 16 regarding a power outage at multiple campus locations. The…
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Heatwave triggers emergency fishing closures on select rivers in Yellowstone
Extreme summer heat prompted the National Park Service to implement temporary fishing bans on the Firehole, Madison, and Gibbon rivers to protect…
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Mountain America Center to Host Second Annual Summer Market Days This Weekend
Wild West Hat Bar, Thor’s Chocolate, Castaway Ceramics, Turtle Island Turquoise and dozens of other local vendors will be at Summer Market Days this…
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Guns vs. Hoses: Local first responders hit the diamond Friday for Make-A-Wish Idaho
Local law enforcement and first responders are trading their badges and gear for bats and gloves this week, all for a great cause.
This Friday marks…
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‘Carrie On’: Carrie Getty Scheid honored with new Idaho Falls memorial art bench
Carrie Getty Scheid was a driving force behind the restoration of Colonial Theater, the establishment of College of Eastern Idaho, the founding of…
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Mild winter triggers major Mormon cricket infestation in Fremont County
Fremont County is currently experiencing a widespread Mormon cricket infestation, a situation local officials attribute to recent mild winter…
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Five-vehicle crash shuts down U.S. Highway 20 near Ashton
Idaho State Police investigated a five-vehicle crash involving a Tesla, Honda, Dodge Ram, GMC Sierra, and Subaru Ascent that blocked U.S. Highway 20…
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911 Call of ‘Banging and Blood’ Leads to Police Standoff in Jackson; Man in Custody, Woman Hospitalized
A 47-year-old Jackson Hole man is in custody, and a 24-year-old woman has been hospitalized following an early afternoon emergency call that led to a…
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Victor City Council Appoints Sue Muncaster as Mayor Following Resignation
Victor has a new mayor. The Victor City Council voted to appoint Councilmember Sue Muncaster to serve through the remainder of the current term…
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Measles case confirmed in Teton County, Idaho
Eastern Idaho Public Health (EIPH) has confirmed a case of measles in Teton County, Idaho. This marks the tenth confirmed case in the state and the…
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Idahoans United responds to reproductive freedom initiative qualifying for November ballot
Idaho voters will decide in November whether to establish new protections for reproductive health care, including abortion access, after the…
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Idaho International Choral Festival Kicks off with Opening Ceremonies at Pebble Creek
Every three years, Pocatello and Idaho State University host the Idaho International Choir Festival, bringing elite singers from around the world to…
Continue Reading Rexburg man injured in I-15 crash near Blackfoot
A Rexburg man was injured Wednesday morning when his SUV crashed into a cushion post on I-15 near Blackfoot, according to the Idaho State…
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Idaho attorney general warns renters about fake listings and deposit scams
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is warning renters to watch for fraudulent property listings and demands for upfront payments as competition…
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Strict burn ban goes into effect in Madison County
A strict new burn ban went into effect in Madison County, Idaho, on July 15, 2026, following recent brush…
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Safety v. Surveillance: Idaho Falls Police Chief responds to concerns about Flock cameras
“It’s finding people almost every day that have warrants – warrants for felony activity, warrants for domestic violence, drug trafficking,” Idaho…
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Local man arrested after allegedly pulling gun on teens at McCowin Park
An Ammon man named Shane Sutton was arrested and charged with three counts of aggravated assault after allegedly pointing a handgun at a group of…
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Medical Cannabis Backers Say Signature Gathering Problems Sank Idaho Ballot Initiative
Why didn’t Idaho’s medical cannabis initiative make the ballot? Idaho’s medical cannabis ballot initiative falls short as signature verification…
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Deputies release new details in Bear Lake boating accident
The Bear Lake County Sheriff’s Office released new details Tuesday about a boating accident that left a woman with life-threatening injuries.
The…
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ISU Preps for Hosting Idaho International Choral Festival July 14-18
Idaho State University is hosting one of the biggest events of the year in Pocatello, the Idaho International Choral Festival (IICF). The event…
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Idaho abortion initiative qualifies for November ballot; Medical Cannabis measure falls short
Idaho voters will decide a reproductive rights initiative this November after organizers gathered enough signatures to qualify for the ballot.…
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Tribute to Fallen Soldiers Motorcycle Ride stops in Idaho Falls
Dozens of veterans rolled into Idaho Falls on Tuesday as part of the 17th Annual Tribute to Fallen Soldiers Motorcycle Ride, a cross-country journey…
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Idaho Falls City Council delays vote on proposed alcohol ordinance
A controversial alcohol ordinance seeks to balance the need for public safety with concerns about city…
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Two Killed in Crash on U.S. 93 Near Mackay
Two people were killed Monday morning in a crash on U.S. Highway 93 near Mackay, according to Idaho State Police.
The crash happened around 10:12…
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Inmates challenge firing squad policy, citing 13 disputed procedures
Two of Idaho’s longest-serving death row inmates, Gerald Ross Pizzuto and Thomas Eugene Creech, are suing the Idaho Department of Corrections over…
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Crash near Inkom causes major Monday traffic delays
Idaho State Police are investigating a crash involving a commercial vehicle on Interstate 15 near Inkom that is causing significant traffic delays…
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“It was very preventable”: Boise greenbelt murder suspect was acquitted of separate knife assault just months prior
As Ross Allen Wardlaw of Boise faces first-degree murder charges for the deadly July 6 stabbing of Jordan Harbst on the Boise Greenbelt, a voice from…
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Three hospitalized following 4-vehicle crash on Highway 33 near Terreton
The Idaho State Police is investigating a mid-morning, four-vehicle crash near Terreton that sent three people to the hospital on…
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Zoo Idaho to Reveal Name of Rescued Cougar Kitten Friday
Zoo Idaho will officially reveal the name of its rescued cougar kitten during a special event Friday afternoon.
Pocatello Mayor Mark Dahlquist is…
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Teton County Declares Local Emergency After Measles Outbreak at Colter Bay Village
Teton County officials have declared a local emergency following a measles outbreak at Colter Bay Village in Grand Teton National Park.
The…
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Fire in remote southern Idaho burns 2,000 acres
A brush fire burned over 2,000 acres near I-84 on Sunday…
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Grandfather recovering from surgery after bison attack at Yellowstone sent him flying
What started as a yearly trip for a grandfather and his grandson turned into a visit to a Montana hospital after a bison attack at Yellowstone…
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How Idaho Transportation Department crews stay cool while working outside
“Slowing down, watching for us, keeping an eye out for us is greatly, greatly appreciated because at the end of the day, we all want to go home to…
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Body of missing North Carolina man found near Palisades Reservoir after week-long search
A week-long search for a missing North Carolina man ended when campers discovered his body along the shore of the Palisades Reservoir on Saturday,…
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Suspect, passenger killed after wrong-way chase on I-15 in Bingham County
Two people are dead following a late-night police pursuit that ended in a rollover crash on Interstate 15 near Shelley, according to the Bingham…
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Two vehicle crash west of Ovid injures three
Three people were injured Saturday night after a wheel detached from a Jeep and struck an oncoming vehicle on State Highway 36 west of Ovid,…
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Montana Man dies following off-highway vehicle crash at St. Anthony Sand Dunes
A 66-year-old Montana man died Friday afternoon after an off-highway vehicle crash at the St. Anthony Sand…
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Pocatello opens three local “Cooling Shelters” amid 100+ degree weather days
Daytime temperatures in the next several weeks are expected to consistently reach the triple-digits, and the City of Pocatello is stepping up to keep…
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Ready to save your life: Idaho Falls Fire EMS runs to the rescue every day
“Someone’s bleeding to death because of a significant trauma, childbirth – anything that happens in a hospital, we have to be prepared to take…
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Democratic gubernatorial candidate Terri Pickens campaigns in East Idaho
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)- Democratic gubernatorial candidate Terri Pickens is campaigning across East Idaho, holding an event in downtown Pocatello…
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National Young Adult Fiddle Player of the Year Serenades on the Strings
Shelby Murdock of Blackfoot has been named the 2026 National Young Adult Fiddle Player of the Year.
The competition, now in its 73rd year, was held…
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Amended complaint adds child sexual abuse and exploitation charges to Pocatello nonprofit founder
Ada County prosecutors have expanded the criminal case against an eastern Idaho nonprofit founder, adding felony charges alleging a conspiracy…
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UK joins Powerball, But Idaho ticket prices remain the same
Powerball players in the United Kingdom will soon be buying tickets for the same jackpot available in the United States, but Idaho Lottery officials…
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Firefighters knock down hidden wall fire at Teton County condos; No injuries reported
A condo complex in Teton County, Wyoming, is still standing today after a structure fire broke out in a wall early Friday morning, July 10th.…
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Rising temperatures prompt mandatory afternoon fishing closures in Yellowstone
Yellowstone National Park is closing select rivers and streams to fishing daily from 2 p.m. to sunrise due to warm water temperatures and low river…
Continue Reading Boise man charged with first-degree murder in Greenbelt killing
A 41-year-old man, Ross Allen Wardlaw, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder for the stabbing death of 25-year-old Jordan Harbst along…
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Robinson Hearing Day 5: Man accused of killing Charlie Kirk returns to court
The man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk is scheduled to return to a Utah courtroom today for the fifth and final day of his…
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Fremont County issues burn ban amid wildfire danger
ST. ANTHONY, Idaho (KIFI) – As hot, dry weather continues to increase the wildfire threat across eastern Idaho, Fremont County has enacted countywide…
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Heat warnings for the weekend
Today will continue to bring the heat. Temps will jump back to the lower to mid 90s, with a chance of afternoon storms and winds gusting to 20+ at…
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Flock cameras: Crime prevention tool or an invasion of privacy?
Heated community debate over Flock cameras continued during an Idaho Falls City Council meeting…
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E-bike safety concerns grow after fatal crashes in Idaho
s e-bikes continue to surge in popularity, safety experts and medical professionals are raising concerns about the risks associated with the…
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Judicial misconduct complaint against Ninth Circuit judge moved to Fourth Circuit
Chief Justice John Roberts has transferred a judicial misconduct complaint involving Ninth Circuit Judge Ryan Nelson to the Judicial Council of the…
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Fort Hall opens new 25,000 square foot Fire Station
The Shoshone-Bannock Tribes held a grand opening for the new Fort Hall Fire Station at 70 Widowville Road in Fort Hall after approximately two years…
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Highway Patrol: Equipment failure likely caused deadly crash on Teton Pass
The Wyoming Highway Patrol says equipment failure likely caused the deadly chain reaction accident on the Teton Pass on Tuesday.
Investigators say…
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ITD announces nightly closures, crossovers near exit 80 for bridge demolition
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) announced it will begin demolishing the abandoned railroad bridge near Exit 80 on Interstate 15. During the…
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AG Labrador files closing brief in Federal lawsuit defending Idaho’s Pro-Life law
Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s office filed its closing briefs in Seyb v. Members of the Idaho Board of Medicine, capping a trial in which a…
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Family seeks support after 6-year-old Skylee seriously injured in Island Park dirt bike crash
A six-year-old girl was airlifted to Primary Children’s Hospital in Utah after suffering serious injuries in an off-highway vehicle crash in the Mill…
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Charlie Kirk’s accused killer ‘said he wishes he hadn’t done it,’ roommate told Utah prosecutors
A videotaped statement from the defendant’s former roommate is being presented in court as evidence against the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk,…
Continue Reading Burn ban issued by Bonneville County Commissioners
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – A burn ban has been issued for Bonneville County as of July 9. Due to higher-than-average temperatures and low moisture…
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Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Stand Against Proposed AI Data Center in Pocatello
As many in Pocatello await the appellate hearing for the proposed AI data center by Lex Developments coming up in a few weeks, the Tribes at Fort…
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Water main break in Apline on Lodge Lane
Crews with the Town of Alpine Public Works Department are working to repair a water main break on Lodge Lane.
According to the Town of Apline social…
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Rigby police request community assistance in ongoing investigation
The Rigby Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying the owner or operator of a vehicle believed to be connected to an ongoing…
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Madison County Sheriff’s Office warns public after woman nearly loses $25,000
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to be vigilant after an elderly woman narrowly avoided losing $25,000 in a sophisticated…
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Tyler Robinson hearing Day 4: Court expected to play critical roommate video interview
According to CNN, Utah prosecutors are expected to play portions of a videotaped statement by Robinson’s roommate today. Court documents identify the…
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Photo Gallery: 2026 Melaleuca Freedom Celebration Fireworks
Thousands of people are expected to gather along the Snake River on Saturday for the Annual Melaleuca Freedom Celebration, one of the largest…
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Honoring George Washington: Museum of Idaho’s ‘Declaration – 250 Years of US’ exhibit offers a time machine to the Revolutionary War
Who was George Washington – a general, Commander in Chief, slave owner, and monument in U.S.…
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Burn ban issued for Jefferson County
Jefferson County residents are being urged to avoid outdoor burning after county officials issued a burn ban due to extreme dry conditions and an…
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Grand Teton Mall security guard on leave after confrontation with shoppers goes viral
A local security guard is on leave following a verbal altercation with a woman that was caught on camera and has quickly gone viral online. The Grand…
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Parents find community through music and movement
The Idaho Falls Public Library has launched a new program called Music and Movement, which invites parents with children aged 0-5 to learn while…
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Idaho Falls Police hiring new officers, final testing opportunity of 2026 set for July 25
The Idaho Falls Police Department is accepting applications for its next class of police officers, with testing scheduled later this month.
The…
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Island Park celebrates local history with monument dedication during America 250 event
ISLAND PARK, ID (KIFI) – Continuing the spirit of America’s 250th birthday festivities, residents of Island Park gathered near Mesa Falls this…
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Pocatello woman offers $1,000 reward after emotional support dog was taken at Revive @ 5
A Pocatello woman was enjoying her night at the weekly festival in the historic downtown area when suddenly her Chihuahua, Gizmo, was stolen from her…
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Coroner releases names of two men killed in tragic Teton Pass crash
A devastating multi-vehicle collision involving an overturned dump truck and an asphalt spill has forced the complete closure of Teton Pass this…
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Tyler Robinson hearing Day 3: Utah Judge weighs trial evidence against accused Charlie Kirk shooter
The preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, 23, resumed in a Utah courtroom today, where a judge will determine if there is enough evidence to stand…
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The Kinky Creek Fire near is now 87% contained
The Kinky Creek Fire west of Cora is now 87% contained, and management of the incident is being transferred back to the Bridger-Teton National…
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Aalo Atomics Leads Effort to Energize AI Data Centers with Nuclear Power
“We’re exclusively focused initially on how to mass produce nuclear reactors and provide power to AI data centers,” said Aalo Atomics President…
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Former Portneuf Valley Soccer Club President makes first court appearance on grand theft charge
Former Portneuf Valley Soccer Club President Cristie Stone appeared in court for the first time on July 7 since the Bannock County Prosecutor’s…
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Teton Valley School District faces hiring classified staff challenges ahead of school year
Teton Valley School District is facing a tough hiring market due to funding limitations, high cost of housing, and competition from higher-paying…
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Sheriff’s office: Father accidentally fired gun in fatal Plano shooting; Case sent to Prosecutor
The late June shooting that claimed the life of a 49-year-old Plano woman has been determined an accident after her father unintentionally fired the…
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An Idaho mother said her toddlers died after routine vaccinations. Prosecutors say she murdered them
An Idaho mother is facing murder charges after prosecutors accused her of suffocating her 18-month-old twins, who she claimed died due to a…
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Firefighters reach 25% containment on Maze Fire; Full containment expected tonight
Fire crews in Madison County have gained the upper hand on the nearly 1,300-acre Maze Fire. As of 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, firefighters have successfully…
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Tyler Robinson returns to Utah court for Day 2 of preliminary hearing
PROVO, Utah (KIFI) — Tyler Robinson, 23, is scheduled to return to a Utah courtroom today as a multi-day preliminary hearing continues to determine…
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Idaho Falls man killed in head-on crash east of Ririe, 5 injured
A 32-year-old Idaho Falls man was killed in a head-on crash on U.S. Highway 26 east of Ririe, and five others were…
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Evacuation order lifted for “Maze Fire:” More than 1,300 acres burned west of Rexburg
The Maze Fire west of Rexburg has grown to 150 acres in the last hour, prompting potential evacuations in Madison…
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Beloved Idaho Falls doctor and community figure Dr. Derek Campbell passes away unexpectedly
The Idaho Falls community is mourning the loss of a beloved local figure whose passion quite literally lit up the town every Independence Day.
Dr.…
Continue Reading Four injured, one airlifted following two-vehicle rollover crash near Monteview
Four people were hospitalized after a driver missed a stop sign, leading to a two-vehicle rollover crash near Monteview,…
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Fourth advanced US reactor achieves criticality at INL, surpassing White House goal
Aalo Atomics’ advanced reactor design, the Aalo-X, successfully completed a zero-power fueled criticality demonstration at the Idaho National…
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Fire danger remains high across the region despite end of holiday
Throughout the Independence Day weekend, firefighters were called out to multiple fires across the Bonneville County area. While the holiday is…
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