Gordon pushes for property tax relief, highlights Wyoming’s economy in State of State Speech
Wyoming’s economy is growing and its future is bright, Governor Mark Gordon said in his 2024 State of the State speech.
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Idaho students encouraged to display skills in Aviation Art Contest
The contest is open now through April 5.
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Feb. 13 webinar will focus on Idaho’s rural economy
The webinar will go from 11 a.m. to noon MT.
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University of Idaho tests new ways to mine rare metals
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – The future of technology and green energy could have its start at the University of Idaho. Professors and grad students say they’re making headway on new ways to mine rare earth elements. Rare earth metals have played a vital role in the world wide economy because they can be used in batteries,
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Troubleshooting TV issues when trying to catch the big game
It’s not just about having the right screen for Sunday’s big kickoff. At Local News 8, our chief engineer Scott Affa is on site tonight making sure everyone can enjoy Super Bowl 58.
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Lover Expo helps couples and families prepare for Valentine’s Day
Couples and Families alike came together to explore the Falls Market’s Lover’s Expo. Space was hard to come by as people filled the Mountain America Event center to find something for that special someone.
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House fire in Madison County caused by electrical malfunction
Emergency crews responded to a structure fire in Burton on Saturday, according to the Madison County Sherrif’s facebook page.
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Semi-truck rollover crash causes delays on I-86
A semi-truck blocked all eastbound lanes on Interstate 86 near American Falls on Saturday morning.
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Idaho Missing Person Clearinghouse releases 2023 Report
The Idaho Missing Person Clearinghouse (IMPC) released its inaugural report on missing persons for 2023.
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Plan a sober ride home after the Big Game
Got plans for the Big Game this weekend?
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Idaho Falls Power gives $5,000 in scholarships, accepting applications
Applications will be accepted through April 15, 2024.
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Idaho Falls Rec Center to get new gym floor
The City of Idaho Falls Rec Center Building has served in a lot of different capacities since it was built in the 1930’s, including a stint as an armory in WWII.
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Police identify hit and run driver
The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office has identified and contacted the suspect driver involved in this crash.
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Idaho man among 5 Marines killed in California helicopter crash
The Marine Corps released the names Friday of the five Marines killed when their CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter went down in the mountains outside San Diego during a historic storm. All of them were in their 20s.
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Traffic stop leads to discovery of illicit drugs near Pocatello
A traffic stop on Thursday lead to the discovery of illicit drugs near Pocatello.
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BYU-Idaho student enrollment down
Brigham Young University-Idaho is seeing a small decrease in the number of students attending the winter semester this year.
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Montana man is found guilty in Jan. 6 insurrection
A Montana appliance store owner is set to be sentenced in June for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol.
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Commission approves territory allocation agreements in southern Idaho
The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has approved territory allocation agreements between Idaho Power and United Electric Co-op that will allow customers to receive service from United Electric for an irrigation pump and residence.
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Gordon’s podcast previews 2024 Legislative Session
The podcast series is part of the Governor’s goal to have more open communication with the citizens of Wyoming.
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Man arrested for alleged sexual exploitation of a child
Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit investigators arrested an Ada County man on Thursday for alleged sexual exploitation of a minor.
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Sixth grader wins Rigby Middle School’s Geography Bee
Rigby Middle School’s Geography Bee happened Friday. It is tradition that has been around for more than 30 years.
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School bus stop arm violations in School District 91
Ada County recently reported seeing a “shocking” increase in people driving around school buses when they are stopped and have their stop arms extended.
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Flags to be lowered to honor Capt. Benjamin Moulton
Governor Brad Little has ordered U.S. flags and State of Idaho flags to be lowered to half-staff to honor 27-year-old Capt. Benjamin Moulton of Emmett.
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What should be done to help rebuild Highland High School?
Now the school district and Highland administrators are trying to help the school rise from the ashes.
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Highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Boise by diners
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated Mexican restaurants in Boise using data from Yelp.
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Injured snowmobiler rescued in Ski Lake area
An injured snowmobiler was rescued Thursday after his snowmobile rolled on top of him.
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Portneuf Medical Center donates $25,000 to Boys and Girls Club
Portneuf Medical Center has commited $25,000 over the next five years to support the local Boys and Girls Club.
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Puppies predict who will win Super Bowl
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – Local News 8 brought some of their four-legged friends on the show to see who will win this year’s Super Bowl.
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IFHS offering valagrams for Valentine’s Day
Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – The choir at Idaho Falls High School is raising money for its program by offering singing valagrams this Valentine’s Day. For $15 a group of singers will come a sing to your loved one on Valentine’s Day. It is just for Wednesday, Valentine’s Day itself and they are limited to
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Worker shortage in Idaho is real and social factors are part of the equation
The worker shortage in Idaho is real, a quick solution isn’t on the horizon, but there’s still positive news.
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Ammon woman killed in crash
A 23-year-old Ammon woman was killed in a crash on Lincoln Road Wednesday.
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2024 ISU Sports Hall of Fame inductees announced
Six individuals will be inducted into the Idaho State University Sports Hall of Fame at a ceremony Feb. 24.
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Increased law enforcement at Super Bowl planned to spot and prevent human trafficking
Human trafficking might be the last thing football fans associate with the Super Bowl, but sex trafficking is commonly found at such high-profile events.
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Potentially habitable ‘super-Earth’ spotted 137 light-years away
Astronomers have discovered a “super-Earth,” or a world larger than our planet, orbiting a star about 137 light-years away. A second planet, thought to be the size of Earth, may also be orbiting the same star.
Continue Reading Special counsel report concludes Biden willfully retained classified information but will not face charges
By Evan Perez, Holmes Lybrand, Hannah Rabinowitz, Devan Cole, Jeremy Herb, Zachary Cohen and Kaanita Iyer, CNN Washington (CNN) — Special counsel Robert Hur released a searing report Thursday that concluded President Joe Biden willfully retained and disclosed classified military and national security information but recommended he not face charges after a yearlong investigation into his
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Help shape the future of Bannock County
Bannock County needs your help to plan for the future.
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Scammers taking advantage of ACP
“Bad actors have used the program…to deceive customers into signing up for various types of plans.”
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Setting the record straight with recycling in Ammon
At the Ammon City Council Meeting on Feb. 1, it was mentioned there was a little overflow problem with the recycling bins in Ammon.
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Bingham County Search and Rescue receives new underwater drone
Bingham County Search and Rescue received a new underwater drone.
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Washington man indicted in Lane Clark Rest Area murder case
A Grand Jury in Bonneville County has indicted a man for being an accessory to murder.
Continue Reading New NASA mission launches to observe ‘invisible universe’ on Earth
A revolutionary new satellite that will provide an unprecedented look at Earth’s microscopic marine life and tiny atmospheric particles has launched.
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Free webinar offers tips for filing 2023 income taxes
Filing income taxes doesn’t have to be confusing.
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Moose plows down ski mountain in Jackson Hole
A moose ran wild chasing skiers at a Jackson Hole ski run.
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3 sentenced for $3.5 million COVID-19 Relief fraud scheme
The defendants’ conduct was part of larger COVID-19 fraud ring.
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Idaho death row inmate nearing execution wants a new clemency hearing. The last one ended in a tie
An Idaho man scheduled to be executed at the end of the month is asking a federal court to put his lethal injection on hold and order a new clemency hearing after the previous one resulted in a tie vote.
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Idaho Falls Regional Airport seeks public input for master plan at open house
The Idaho Falls Regional Airport will release its comprehensive master plan at the Skyline Activity Center Thursday
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Super Bowl Sunday: How grocery stores are preparing for high demand
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — The Super Bowl celebration comes with a specific array of menu items fans look forward to eating during the big game. From chicken wings to chips with dip, local grocery stores are working to meet the increased demand for these game day food items. “We definitely have an uptick in
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Work set to begin on Rexburg interchanges in March
Changes will soon be coming to two overpasses on US20 in Rexburg. Idaho Transportation Department is planning to make the bridges as diverging diamonds interchanges.
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Protecting your home from household pests
“Even though it’s still snowing…we still want to treat for those pests.”
Continue Reading Retirement may be a thing of the past – How the older generation can find success landing a job
Retirement is seemingly becoming a thing of the past as new research shows older workers’ overall contribution to the labor force is growing.
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ISU sees increase in spring enrollment
Idaho State University is reporting an increase in total student enrollment.
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AARP Foundation provides free tax preparation services
You can get free tax preparation assistance across Idaho through AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide program.
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Counties where children have the best opportunity for economic mobility in Idaho
Wealth Enhancement Group compiled a list of counties where children have the most potential for economic mobility in Idaho
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2 east Idaho men each sentenced to 10 years for attempted sex crimes against minor child
U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced the outcomes in two separate East Idaho cases in which the defendants were sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for attempted sex crimes against a minor child.
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Neighbors in Downey concerned about solar farm development
Destroy property values and take up farmland. Those are some of the concerns circulating about a potential solar farm in Bannock County. Local News 8 was on hand Monday night when people voiced their concerns to county leaders.
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Rural Idaho hydropower plants to receive millions in grants from Department of Energy
Local hydropower projects are getting millions of dollars in grant money to improve their facilities.
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Idaho Falls listed top performing city in the nation once again
For the second year in a row and the third time in 4 years, Idaho Falls is the Milken Institute’s “Best Preforming Small City” in the nation. Milken looks into a variety of economic factors.
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Rexburg detectives reflect on their decades of service
A pair of Rexburg police officers retired Tuesday after a combined total of nearly 59 years of service.
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Police investigate social media threat involving Pocatello High School
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Pocatello Police were notified of a possible threat against Pocatello High School Tuesday morning. The threat was discovered on a social media post. Officers worked with the school district and identified the person who made the post. Police said they contacted the person and their parents and determined there is no
Continue Reading Mental Health Monday: How unlimited social media use impacts teens
Statistics show more children are hurting themselves because of situations involving social media, leaving many parents looking for answers.
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Northwest lawmakers introduce bill that would stop federal money from funding Snake River Dams removal
House Republicans recently accused the Biden administration of reaching a “secret” deal that would breach four dams on the Lower Snake River.
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City/contractor admits to mistakes in Blackfoot demolition
ter the recent demolition of a well known building in Blackfoot was demolished many are still reeling with questions. The old Melina’s restaurant on main street was torn down to make way for a new Maverick.
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Man surrenders to deputies after barricading himself in Ammon home
A man who barricaded himself in a home in Ammon surrendered to deputies Monday morning.
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Bannock County hosts public meeting on Monday to discuss solar energy project regulations
A discussion on regulations for potential solar farms in Bannock County is being held on Monday.
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Center Street underpass to close for construction
Work on the Center Street Underpass in Historic Downtown Pocatello is set to begin February 20, 2024.
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Local News 8 investigates – 7 steps to vetting a contractor before you hire
10 homeowners are out tens of thousands of dollars and a local non profit is out hundreds of thousands.
From digging through court documents and asking the tough questions, Local News 8 continues working to prevent this from happening to you.
Popular pizza chain sets the record straight
Papa Tom’s started getting puzzling calls from patrons, upset and under the impression that Papa Tom’s supported Idahoans for Open Primaries, ahead of a January 27 petition signing and meeting at Papa Tom’s in Idaho Falls.
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Lava Hot Springs celebrates annual Fire and Ice Festival boosting winter tourism
The first full weekend in February in Lava Hot Springs is a time for celebration and fun. Bringing blazing lights and fun into the dark shadow of winter. This is done through the annual Fire and Ice Festival.
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Portneuf Cardiovascular team promotes heart health
February is National Heart Health Month, and the Cardiovascular team at Portneuf Medical Center is trying to encourage people to take care of their hearts and have fun.
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Reed’s Dairy celebrates Ice Cream Breakfast Day with community
It has been a tradition for the past eight years and despite a fire on site, Reed’s Dairy still found a way to invite the public to their stores to have Ice Cream for breakfast.
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Luke Bryan set to perform concert in Idaho Falls Aug. 1
Country music fans may be excited to hear Luke Bryan will be performing a concert this summer in eastern Idaho.
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Work to begin on expanding the Canal Trail
The project is expected to continue through mid-August.
Continue Reading State requests public comments for new 2024-2027 state workforce plan
Public comments are being accepted until 5 p.m. on Feb. 22.
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Soda Vine switches ownership, changes to Fixxology
SodaVine, the retro-style soda and sweets shop, is officially closed after owner Robyn Eastin decided to sell.
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DEQ awards nearly $270,000 to four drinking water and wastewater systems across Idaho
“Families, farmers, ranchers, and all Idaho residents rely on clean, efficient water and wastewater systems. These systems are not only a crucial part of our way of life, but our economy as well.”
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Officials investigate Fort Hall residential fire
Officials are investigating a residential fire that happened at 126 W. Agency Rd. #2 in Fort Hall Wednesday.
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Idaho coroner releases names of the 3 men who were killed when a Boise aircraft hangar collapsed
The names of three Idaho men killed when an airport hangar under construction in Boise collapsed were released by the Ada County Coroner on Friday.
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Loneliness around Valentine’s Day can reveal problems with alcohol
“Let’s get proactive and try to address these things early and and circumvented and and it’s much easier to do it early on.”
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Avalanche warnings in place for Sawtooth Mountains
We have some light rain showers Friday morning as it is the start as to what is to be a long wet weekend.
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Bridal Expo coming to Rexburg
A Bridal Expo is coming to Rexburg helping 2024 and future brides get a good look at vendors and resources in the area to plan a successful wedding day.
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Local News 8 investigates – “Some folks then will use ways of avoiding civil liability,” says Randy Neal
“What we’re seeing is some folks then will use ways of avoiding civil liability…” Bonneville County prosecutor Randy Neal told Local News 8.
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Governor Little to visit southern border
Idaho Governor Brad Little will be heading to Texas next week.
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IEA voices concern over legislation allowing guns in schools
The Idaho Education Association is calling on the Idaho Senate to reject a House-passed bill that allows teachers and staff with an enhanced concealed weapons permit to carry a concealed gun in a public school if they choose.
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Bighorn sheep and elk aerial surveys planned in the Salmon Region during February
Wildlife biologists with Idaho Fish and Game will take to the sky across the Salmon Region during February to get a closer look at bighorn sheep and elk numbers.
Continue Reading Gordon expresses thanks for support of sold-out prayer breakfast
The 2024 Governor’s Prayer Breakfast is now sold out, and Governor Mark Gordon thanks the people of Wyoming for their support.
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Local News 8 investigates – Local contractor shares his side
Local News 8 is getting answers; investigating a local contractor who left jobs unfinished and then shut down his business. We’ve spoken with the contractor in question and taken the complaints of 10 Eastern Idaho homeowners directly to him.
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Coffee sales keep Idaho truckers going
If truck drivers are the lifeblood of America, caffeine is what’s in their blood.
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Man killed in accident involving Sheriff’s patrol vehicle
An accident involving a Binghan County Sheriff’s deputy is under investigation.
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Mountain America launches 2nd annual Elevate Scholarship Program
“We want to make sure that this is an unbiased, fair look at these applicants.”
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Applying for college scholarships more easily
“But there’s a lot of resources that schools have and a lot of people that have the knowledge that they’re seeking and kind of guide them the right direction.”
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Arco business owners convicted of income tax evasion
The Butte County District Court recently convicted the owners of an Arco, Idaho construction company of income tax evasion and theft related to money accepted for unfinished work.
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Tree falls into powerline, ignites fire
A powerline that had fallen onto a gas meter ignited a small fire at a Bonneville County home.
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Bonneville Prosecuting Attorney to seek death penalty in Chris Foiles case
Bonneville County Prosecuting Attorney Randy Neal filed notice today of the State’s Intent to Seek the Death Penalty in the case of Chris Brandon Foiles.
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3 killed and 9 injured in collapse of private hangar under construction at Boise airport, officials say
Three people were killed and nine others were injured when a privately owned hangar under construction collapsed on airport property in Idaho’s capital of Boise on Wednesday evening, city officials said.
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“Remind them that they’re not forgotten” –Valentines for Seniors
JustServe Idaho Falls is looking for those who want to share the love this Valentine’s Day season.
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Recent warmth tests many winter recreation areas, but ski resorts have passed the test
More snow is coming, and some people are thrilled because the recent warmth has been a challenge.
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Rekindle your love this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is just weeks away, and it’s never too early to start planning ways to make your significant other feel special.
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Attorneys for the man charged in University of Idaho stabbings seek change of venue
Attorneys for the man charged with stabbing four University of Idaho students to death in late 2022 are seeking a change of venue, saying he cannot receive a fair trial in the community where the killings occurred.
Continue Reading Bill to arm some teachers passes House
A bill that would allow concealed carry for Idaho public school teachers passed the house Wednesday.
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Man sentenced for fraud related to unemployment insurance benefits
A 79-year-old Post Falls man was sentenced for using or trafficking in unauthorized access devices in relation to an unemployment insurance scheme.
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