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September’s full harvest moon is the last supermoon of the year

September 28, 2023 6:33 AM CNN Newsource

By Ashley Strickland, CNN (CNN) — The full harvest moon shined in the early morning hours of September 29, also marking the fourth and final…

Idaho Falls Regional Airport sees multiple changes

September 28, 2023 10:49 AM Evan Thomason

The Idaho Falls Airport is undergoing many changes as they move forward into a new…

Lee Avenue storm drain improvements

September 28, 2023 9:46 AM News Team

The City of Idaho Falls contracted with Knife River Construction to install a new storm line, catch basins and manholes in Lee Avenue at the…

3 things to know this morning – September 28, 2023

September 28, 2023 7:07 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

Possible Idaho legislative session edges closer

September 27, 2023 5:00 PM Stephanie Lucas

The possibility of the Idaho legislature calling itself back into session is edging…

Idaho Deputy Controller explains delay in state’s revenue reporting

September 27, 2023 6:31 PM Stephanie Lucas

Idaho legislators have been unable to verify revenue coming in to the state for part of the new fiscal year, due to difficulties with the state’s…

Exit 344 south of St. Anthony set to get some upgrades

September 27, 2023 11:35 AM Braydon Wilson

An interchange construction project will start late in the construction season on Thursday, September 28, 2023. The project will take the US-20…

Shelter animals at risk of euthanization, here’s how you can help save them

September 27, 2023 12:59 PM Seth Ratliff

The Blackfoot Animal Shelter and Rescue has had to euthanize more animals in the last two months than in the last five years, according to shelter…

Measles reported in Idaho children

September 27, 2023 10:11 AM News Team

Public health officials continue to recommend…

Part of US 26 in Ririe to close Monday for pipe installation

September 27, 2023 5:38 PM News Team

The closure is expected to last for one…

While fentanyl deaths are decreasing, more pills are being captured than ever before

September 27, 2023 11:21 AM Evan Thomason

More than 77,000 people in the United States have died from fentanyl from April 2022 to April…

Ranked choice voting: What is it? How does it work?

September 27, 2023 11:36 AM Braydon Wilson

A new way of voting may be on its way to Idaho, the voting system is Ranked Choice Voting (RCV). Ranked Choice Voting is based on the idea that…

Take a Look: Hillcrest High School choir performs with Grammy-nominated band Foreigner

September 27, 2023 11:01 AM Kailey Galaviz

Were you at the concert? What did you…

Prescribed fire operations to continue on Caribou Targhee

September 27, 2023 9:58 AM News Team

The Teton Basin Ranger District plans to continue with its multi-year Red Creek prescribed fire project beginning Thursday ahead of a predicted storm…

Gov. Little signs executive order to support suicide prevention in Idaho

September 27, 2023 9:50 AM News Team

Idaho Gov. Brad Little signed an executive order and proclamation Wednesday to further support suicide prevention in…

Local foundation helps build schools in Sierra Leone

September 26, 2023 2:06 PM Braydon Wilson

A foundation based in Rexburg is doing its best to help people in Sierra Leone. The foundation is called the Ray Foundation. It was started by a man…

3 things to know this morning – September 27, 2023

September 27, 2023 7:26 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

New York judge finds Donald Trump liable for fraud

September 26, 2023 8:33 PM CNN

A New York judge found Donald Trump and his adult sons liable for fraud and canceled the Trump Organization’s business certification, a shocking…

Idaho’s business growth seen in Pocatello

September 26, 2023 6:31 PM Cole Sams

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Idaho ranks ninth in the country in their business growth rate at…

Harmful algal bloom identified in Henry’s Lake

September 26, 2023 5:34 PM Stephanie Lucas

FREMONT COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) – The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing a health advisory for Henry’s Lake, urging caution when…

Straw truck catches fire on US 30

September 26, 2023 9:02 AM News Team

A semi-truck and its load of straw are completely destroyed after catching fire. It happened on U.S. Highway 30 about 8 miles east of Lava Hot…

3 things to know this morning – September 26, 2023

September 26, 2023 7:02 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

Master Iconographers visit Pocatello church

September 25, 2023 5:57 PM Stephanie Lucas

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Three Master Iconographers are in east Idaho this week, touching up artwork at The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary…

Two Bald Guys a local band having fun

September 24, 2023 1:02 PM Braydon Wilson

Saturday’s October fest celebration featured the music of a local group trying to show the world their talents. The local group Two Bald Guys got its…

Idaho GOP to defend their decision about Bingham County Republican’s chairman election

September 25, 2023 12:13 PM News Team

The Idaho GOP says they are going to defend their position against a lawsuit filed by Bingham County…

Youth pheasant season runs Oct. 7-13

September 25, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

Youth 17 years old and younger can hunt with a licensed…

New Pocatello entrance sign unveiled

September 25, 2023 10:00 AM Cole Sams

The sign is located on South 5th Avenue near the Visit Pocatello Idaho…

Idaho Falls to remove a traffic light downtown

September 25, 2023 11:21 AM Kailey Galaviz

Some changes could be coming to downtown Idaho Falls that could affect future…

Local choir students to perform with legendary rock band

September 25, 2023 11:46 AM Kailey Galaviz

Tuesday night Hillcrest High School Choir is bringing the small town feel to the big stage at the Mountain America Center performing with…

Kiosk being used at the Bannock County DMV

Upgrades coming to Bannock County DMV’s walk-in and appointment system

September 25, 2023 9:50 AM Cole Sams

Bannock County Assessor Anita Hymas is implementing changes at the DMV to make things simpler for walk-in visitors and reduce costs to the online…

3 things to know this morning – September 25, 2023

September 25, 2023 7:02 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

Several Sportsmen’s Access sites on Salmon River to close temporarily this fall

September 24, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

Timing of construction was selected to take advantage of low water levels and to minimize impacts to users and…

Hunters are reminded to ask first, treat landowners with respect when hunting on private land

September 23, 2023 9:00 AM News Team

Landowners are not liable if they allow hunting access and don’t charge a…

Slovenian professors travel to Idaho Falls for Holistic Health case study

September 24, 2023 10:35 PM Seth Ratliff

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – A local athlete is now the topic of a new health study. Slovenian researchers Irma and Igor Ogorevc have practiced and…

Will Graham’s Look Up Tour concludes with family activities

September 24, 2023 4:09 PM Braydon Wilson

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- The spiritual weekend put on by Will Graham is coming to its conclusion in Idaho Falls. After Saturday’s Kidzfest which…

U-Pick Red Barn kicks off fall season with lighting ceremony

September 24, 2023 6:11 PM Travis Richards

The U-Pick Red Barn near Tautphaus Park unveiled their glow lights across their pumpkin patch Saturday night.…

KidzFest lets kids have fun after a spiritual experience

September 24, 2023 11:47 AM Braydon Wilson

The Will Graham Look Up tour is making its stop in Idaho Falls. Will Graham is a third-generation pastor, who is doing his part to teach people about…

October Fest draws a big crowd

September 24, 2023 11:52 AM Braydon Wilson

While the calendar doesn’t yet show the month of October, the Idaho Falls Downtown Corporation hosted an October Fest. October Fest is a German…

Car Seat checks secure the safety of the region’s youngest passengers

September 24, 2023 11:52 AM Braydon Wilson

The Grease Monkey in Idaho Falls provided the backdrop for young parents to ensure that their children, would be safe with them as they continue to…

Alzheimer’s Association holds annual walk to raise awareness

September 23, 2023 4:32 PM News Team

The fight to end Alzheimer’s disease continues.

This morning the Idaho Falls chapter of the Alzheimer’s association held its annual walk to…

One World Fiesta takes the stage to celebrate diversity

September 23, 2023 4:06 PM Kailey Galaviz

Saturday night was all about spreading cultural awareness and celebrating diversity throughout the area at Thunder Ridge High…

Idaho’s transition to new software creates revenue concerns

September 25, 2023 9:28 AM Stephanie Lucas

Idaho officials and Legislators have not been able to figure out how much revenue has been coming into the state, due to difficulties with a new…

BLM calls for participation on National Public Lands Day

September 22, 2023 3:10 PM News Team

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has opened an invitation to the public for an event in the Pocatello Highlands on Sat. Sept. 23, 2023, in…

Palisades/Teton Basin Ranger Districts to conduct pile burning

September 23, 2023 11:00 AM News Team

Weather permitting, burning could extend into early…

Consequences of dogs chasing wildlife

September 24, 2023 9:00 AM News Team

Dogs and deer don’t…

Mental health professionals raising suicide prevention awareness

September 22, 2023 11:35 AM Travis Richards

Suicide is an ongoing concern in the state of Idaho.…

Gov. Little, legislators to talk Idaho LAUNCH as program prepares to open applications

September 22, 2023 11:49 AM Stephanie Lucas

Governor Little will speak with members of the media and students about the new Idaho LAUNCH grant program, which will begin accepting…

Idaho Falls Regional Airport continues updates to parking lot facilities

September 22, 2023 10:55 AM News Team

You should plan for minor delays while parking at the Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) as construction improvements have temporarily changed…

Portneuf Heart and Vascular team completed 200th Watchman

September 23, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

The Watchman Device is a groundbreaking medical innovation designed to provide an alternative to long-term anticoagulation therapy for patients with…

Businesses will learn about unemployment insurance benefits at Sept. 27 seminar

September 24, 2023 12:00 PM News Team

The free seminar will cover the claim filing process, what happens when a claimant quits or is fired and how to protect an account from…

Empowering Parents Advisory Panel concludes work, recommendations sent to Board of Education

September 23, 2023 2:00 PM News Team

The Empowering Parents Parent Advisory Panel held its final meeting Thursday afternoon in…

SIPH offers updated COVID-19 vaccine

September 22, 2023 10:56 AM News Team

Southeastern Idaho Public Health (SIPH) has the added the updated COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna in limited quantities to its…

A new season of infections is here, but the shortage of a common kids’ antibiotic never ended

September 22, 2023 4:47 AM CNN

CNN By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — Parents across the US are beginning to face the struggles of a second winter without enough amoxicillin, the…

Participate in revisions to the Community Wildfire Protection Plan

September 22, 2023 10:00 AM News Team

When the survey closes on Nov. 15, the project team will begin reviewing feedback and implementing it into the…

Bryan Kohberger hearing delayed by a month

September 22, 2023 9:45 AM News Team

A hearing in the Bryan Kohberger murder case that was set for Friday is being…

Deadly crash in Bonneville County

September 22, 2023 9:46 AM News Team

Police are investigating a deadly two vehicle crash in Bonneville…

Persistent rains provide localized street flooding

September 21, 2023 11:41 AM Evan Thomason

Most regions are seeing between a half inch to an entire inch of rain in the past 24…

3 things to do this weekend – September 22, 2023

September 22, 2023 7:06 AM Zach Glancy

Here are some events going on in your local neighborhood this…

3 things to know this morning – September 22, 2023

September 22, 2023 7:04 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

State officials quickly respond to quagga mussel discovery

September 21, 2023 4:00 PM Stephanie Lucas

The recent discovery of Quagga Mussel larvae in the Snake River by the Twin Falls area has prompted a quick response from Idaho officials.…

Bingham County provides update on wind turbine projects

September 21, 2023 4:18 PM Travis Richards

Editor’s note: This story has been updated with clarification that the wind projects will be taxed, not residents. BINGHAM COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) – The…

Accidents on Woodruff cause delays

September 21, 2023 3:03 PM Evan Thomason

There were two separate accidents on Woodruff that slowed traffic for a time in Idaho Falls Thursday…

It’s rutting season – Watch for wildlife

September 21, 2023 2:56 PM News Team

As temperatures drop and with the arrival of rutting season, AAA reminds drivers to watch for wildlife on or near the…

2023 Distinguished Under 40 recipients

September 21, 2023 2:43 PM News Team

The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber announced its annual 2023 Distinguished Under 40 Awards…

National Forest surveys coming your way

September 21, 2023 12:03 PM News Team

Just like the postman, these folks may be out in all kinds of adverse weather…

Eric Fredericksen to lead new Office of the State Public Defender

September 21, 2023 11:47 AM News Team

Governor Brad Little has appointed Eric Fredericksen as State Public Defender to lead the newly created Office of the State Public Defender…

Endangered missing person alert issued for 78-year-old with severe dementia

September 21, 2023 11:18 AM News Team

The Jerome Police Department has issued an endangered missing person alert for a 78-year-old man with severe…

ISU Homecoming parade returns Saturday

September 21, 2023 11:22 AM News Team

One of Idaho State University’s most long-standing traditions will begin Saturday, Sept. 23 at 10…

US Attorney Hurwit to co-sponsor “United Against Hate” summit in Pocatello

September 21, 2023 9:31 AM News Team

The event is free and is open to the…

Fall 2023 prescribed burn on North Zone of Salmon‐Challis National Forest

September 21, 2023 9:23 AM News Team

Prescribed fire activities may take place during the months of September through December. …

Measles reported in Idaho resident

September 20, 2023 5:17 PM News Team

Public health officials remind Idahoans to protect themselves from highly contagious illness by getting…

3 things to know this morning – September 21, 2023

September 21, 2023 6:59 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

City approves agreement to rename the Civic to the Frontier Center for the Performing Arts

September 18, 2023 1:56 PM Stephanie Lucas

The Frontier Center for the Performing Arts is coming to Idaho…

Integrated Waste Treatment Unit hits milestone

September 20, 2023 3:16 PM Travis Richards

Hundreds of workers at the Integrated Waste Treatment Unit (IWTU) were celebrated for their accomplishments Wednesday in officially kicking off the…

Visitors Center changes name to Visit Idaho Falls

September 20, 2023 3:24 PM Seth Ratliff

The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce is rebranding the Eastern Idaho visitor’s center. It is now the “Visit Idaho Falls…

The Fed hits pause on interest rate hikes while it reviews more data

September 20, 2023 12:39 PM CNN Newsource

The Federal Reserve said Wednesday it will pause its rate hikes, keeping its benchmark lending rate at a 22-year…

US government to relaunch free COVID-19 home test program

September 20, 2023 2:28 PM CNN Newsource

The US government will relaunch a program to provide free COVID-19 home tests to Americans, US Department of Health and Human Services Secretary…

Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office launches program to help inmates after incarceration

September 20, 2023 10:40 AM Kailey Galaviz

The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is excited to launch a new program at the Bonneville County Jail for inmates.…

Artificially sweetened ultraprocessed foods linked to depression in women, study finds

September 20, 2023 9:16 AM CNN Newsource

Eating greater amounts of ultraprocessed food and drinks, especially if those items are artificially sweetened, may be linked to the development of…

AAA shares tips for Child Passenger Safety Week

September 20, 2023 9:47 AM News Team

This week is Child Passenger Safety Week, and AAA is reminding grown-ups to help keep kids safe in…

Oktoberfest coming to Downtown Idaho Falls Saturday

September 20, 2023 9:47 AM News Team

Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation (IFDDC) is hosting Oktoberfest in the street on Saturday, Sept. 23 on the 300 Block of Park…

Critchfield announces sponsor for Idaho Teacher of the Year Award

September 20, 2023 9:45 AM News Team

Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield has announced the addition of a corporate sponsor for the state’s annual Teacher of the…

Wyoming Stable Token Commission names executive director

September 20, 2023 9:45 AM News Team

The Wyoming Stable Token Commission has announced the appointment of Anthony Apollo as executive director.…

Idaho school named among 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools

September 19, 2023 11:54 AM Braydon Wilson

An Idaho school has been named among the 353 schools recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools for…

ISDA confirms quagga mussel larvae in the Snake River

September 19, 2023 10:55 AM News Team

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) confirmed the presence of quagga mussel larvae in the Centennial Waterfront Park area of the Snake…

3 things to know this morning – September 20, 2023

September 20, 2023 7:01 AM Zach Glancy

Here’s what you should know to start your…

Donated school supplies from viewers delivered

September 19, 2023 9:11 PM Todd Kunz

It was delivery day for the many school supplies donated by viewers who attended the Eastern Idaho State…

Fossil found: Idaho No. 5 returns to Idaho Museum of Natural History after 60+ years

September 7, 2023 11:48 AM Cole Sams

A late-night glance at his inbox almost caused Leif Tapanila to fall out of…

Horse and rider killed in crash in Jefferson County

September 19, 2023 9:32 AM News Team

A horse and its rider were killed Monday after a semi struck them on Old Butte…

EISF broke attendance records

September 19, 2023 4:27 PM News Team

This year, the Eastern Idaho State Fair broke four daily attendance records, and two Grandstand events were sold…

Road closure starts Wednesday on Sunnyside and I-15 business loop

September 19, 2023 2:43 PM News Team

Significant impacts to traffic are…

Powerball jackpot soars to $672 million total for Wednesday night’s drawing

September 19, 2023 1:40 PM CNN Newsource

By: Kara Nelson, CNN (CNN) — No ticket matched all six numbers drawn Monday night – white balls with the numbers 2, 21, 26, 40 and 42 and red…

Local students invite community to celebrate cultural differences

September 19, 2023 11:04 AM Kailey Galaviz

A local senior is hosting a Multicultural Event this Saturday. It will include performances, games, raffle prizes and…

Wyoming flag to be flown at half staff at capitol, Big Horn, Park counties Wednesday

September 19, 2023 12:00 PM News Team

Governor Mark Gordon has ordered the Wyoming State Flag be flown at half staff at the Capitol in Cheyenne and in Big Horn and Park Counties from…

DEQ preparing draft 401 water quality certification for American Falls Hydroelectric Project

September 19, 2023 12:02 PM News Team

The existing facility, located on the Snake River in Power County, Idaho, is filing for relicense.…

Prescribed burns planned for fall on Big Piney Ranger District

September 19, 2023 11:55 AM News Team

The project area is located on the Big Piney Ranger District of the Bridger-Teton National Forest near the town of Bondurant in Sublette County.…

COVID-19 vaccination rates lag behind flu’s, but getting shots together may help

September 19, 2023 10:34 AM CNN Newsource

Every year since 2010, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended that everyone in the country ages 6 months and older receive…