Who can get tested for COVID-19 and where
The state lab has enough materials to test between 800 and 1,000 people, and will be requesting more material from the CDC…
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Southeast Idaho has low risk for floods this season
As the temperatures rise, so does the risk for potential…
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1970s rock band, The Sweet, to perform in Pocatello this summer
The latest announcement in the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre summer concert series is sure to rock some socks…
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Scorched local food truck back in business this week
The popular Blackhawk BBQ Pit food truck is preparing for it’s reopening after an accident shut down…
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Power poles inexplicably catch fire, cause outage for 700 people
More than 700 people were without power on Saturday night after two power poles inexplicably caught…
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Tips to make getting your Star Card easier
If you’re part of the 95 percent of Idahoans who still haven’t gotten their Star Card, here are some tips to make the process…
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Bannock County booming with early votes, neighboring counties falling short
Power, Bingham, Bonneville and Jefferson counties have all reported a lower turnout for early voting this…
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80’s rock and roll tribute band, Hairball, to light up Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre May 2
A ‘bombastic celebration of arena rock’ is coming to the Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre in…
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Students create pantry for food-insecure kids
More than 11 million children in America are food insecure, and two Blackfoot students want to…
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Idaho’s biggest robotics competition hosted at ISU
The VEX Robotics Competition is the state championships for robotics teams, a culmination of nearly a year of hard…
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For King and Country, Echosmith coming to Pocatello summer 2020
The Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre released more of the summer 2020…
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Pocatello Regional Airport did not get grant for Denver flights
After months of anticipation, the Pocatello Regional Airport was not chosen to receive a grant that would fund flights to…
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Family owned carwash turns into Blackfoot’s newest laundromat
After 20 years in business, the Oakridge Store Carwash is now Sophie’s Suds and Dry…
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Pocatello man missing since September
A man has been missing from the Pocatello area for nearly six…
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Register here for annual Bingham’s Got Talent
For more than a decade, Bingham County residents have been showcasing talent and raising money for cancer…
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Bingham County Sheriff Craig Rowland running for reelection
Craig Rowland is running for Bingham County Sheriff…
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New apprenticeship gives people local career opportunities
There’s a new option for people looking for a career in southeast…
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Challis man sentenced to 22 years to life in prison for “cold-blooded murder”
Benjamin Savage was sentenced to 22 years minimum and life in prison on Tuesday for first degree…
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Presidents Day one of Pebble Creek’s busiest days of the year
A three-day weekend and 14 fresh inches of snow made Monday one of Pebble Creek Ski Area’s busiest days of the…
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Low beaver activity in Mink Creek may not be linked to trapping
Watershed Guardians and Idaho Fish and Game have separately been tracking the beaver activity in the area, and both have noticed a drop in…
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North Bannock County Fire District could have EMT services soon
The North Bannock County Fire District is finding ways to help keep people in rural areas…
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60-year-old SD25 levy up for renewal in March
Every ten years, the same levy appears on the Bannock County ballot: the School Plant Facilities Levy…
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Bannock County to address Downey fire district tax mix-up
Some Downey residents were over charged for the city’s rural fire district levy, while others weren’t billed at…
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Bingham Healthcare opens urgent care in Pocatello
Bingham Healthcare is expanding its services in the Pocatello…
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Safer Internet Day: are you safe on the internet?
The internet poses risks for people. Tuesday, Feb. 11 is “Safer Internet Day,” to raise awareness of online…
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Cassia County looking for bank robbery suspect
Authorities are looking for a man who allegedly robbed a bank in Burley on Monday…
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Effort to fund education tours east Idaho
Reclaim Idaho spent the weekend in East Idaho campaigning for a ballot initiative to fund public…
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Slick roads cause slide offs, wreck on I-15
Idaho State Police reported a series of wrecks and slide offs on Interstate 15 near Pocatello on Wednesday…
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Blackfoot considering renaming historic Yellowstone Highway
The city of Blackfoot is asking people what they think of the idea of renaming the historic Yellowstone…
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PRT cancels non-essential trips due to snow, most routes still running
Pocatello Regional Transit announced that they are “canceling all non-essential trips today. The A, B, C, D, and E routes will be running as…
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Volunteers count beaver population in Mink Creek area
A group in Pocatello is trying to increase the beaver population in local wildlife…
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Sheriff Nielsen eyes commissioner seat, Tony Manu runs for sheriff
Lorin Nielsen, who served as Bannock County Sheriff for 24 years, plans to run against Ernie Moser for County Commissioner seat one in the November…
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Snow removal labor cost down $15,000 from last year
Pocatello is saving costs on snow removal labor this…
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Police investigating fake antifa letter meant to harass local woman
Pocatello police say a fake antifa recruitment letter was meant to encourage the community to harass a local…
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Human trafficking symposium aims to educate public
Human trafficking is a problem all over the world, and Pocatello is no…
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New glass recycling bin added in Pocatello
The glass recycling program has proved so popular among Pocatellans that the city has added another…
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SIPH offers free dental care for children
Southeastern Idaho Public Health is partnering with Idaho State University and area dentists to provide a day of free dental care for…
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Effort to consolidate Bannock County dispatch centers meets resistance
An effort to consolidate Bannock County’s dispatch centers is meeting…
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Motorcycle enthusiast brings classic bikes back to life for auction
A Pocatello man is ramping up for a world class…
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Abandoned taxi cab set on fire, left to burn
Police found a blazing taxi cab on a dirt road Saturday…
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Student apartments planned for old Bannock hospital site
Developers are planning to build student apartments on the former Bannock Regional Medical Center…
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Snowy driving tips: stay home
Southeast Idaho is getting hit with another winter storm and police are asking drivers to be…
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New details of carjacking with kids inside
Two juveniles are safe after two people stole the car they were in on Interstate 15 on…
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Suicide attempts on the rise in Blackfoot
A rise in suicide attempts is leading the Blackfoot Police Department to focus on critical incident…
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Gender wage gap wider in Idaho than rest of America
The gender wage gap may seem like a relic of a distant past, but it’s still very real for Idaho…
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Bannock County Sheriff Lorin Nielson won’t seek reelection
Long-standing Bannock County Sheriff Lorin Nielson announced his plans to retire in…
Continue Reading Pocatello flight to Denver a possibility in near future
A daily direct flight from Pocatello Regional Airport to Denver is in the…
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Blackfoot hosting mobile Vietnam veterans memorial
A tribute to Vietnam war veterans is traveling to southeast Idaho in…
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State of Pocatello in good shape, mayor says
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – With the start of a new year, the City of Pocatello has a lot to look forward to. Mayor Brian Blad is giving his…
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Liquor sales up from last New Year
A packed house celebrating a new decade can really put some drinks…
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State catching up to change in tobacco age
Less than two weeks ago, the FDA changed the legal age limit to buy tobacco products from 18 to 21. Now Idaho needs to catch…
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New tobacco age limit puts local business out by New Year
The new age limit to buy tobacco products is putting a local vape shop out of…
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New policy at Pebble Creek means big change for hiking
A new piece of equipment at Pebble Creek Ski Area means better snow and more efficient grooming, but it comes at a cost to some skiers.…
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Home Helpers keeping seniors independent
There comes a time when many of us will need to consider our driving…
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Aid for Friends gets big help from community to make Christmas special
Not everyone gets to spend Christmas at home surrounded by family and…
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Fan favorite Christmas light show returns after 5-year hiatus
A decades old tradition for a Pocatello neighborhood is back after a…
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Veterans raise money for local BBQ truck
People enjoyed grilled cheese and beer on Saturday while they raised money for a veteran-owned…
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Demonstration: Dry Christmas trees cause house fires
About 160 Christmas trees catch fire every year, according to the National Fire Protection Association.…
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All Under One Roof gives gifts to seniors
All Under One Roof gave away 30 unique Christmas gift bags to seniors in the…
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How lack of daylight can affect our sleeping patterns
Right now, Idahoans only see about eight hours of sunlight each day, which can take a toll on our…
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Pocatello man arrested for taking photos of women in dressing room
A Pocatello man is in jail for taking photos of women while in the dressing…
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Last minute Christmas ideas that support local businesses
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI/KIDK) – With only one week until Christmas, it’s crunch time to find gifts. Online shopping is more convenient than ever, but…
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Polar Experience provides holiday fun for the family
A unique holiday activity is lighting up the Shoshone-Bannock Hotel in Fort…
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How to support people coping with grief
Friends, coworkers and neighbors of the Hansen family know how much of an impact they’ve had on Southeast…
Continue Reading “We will rebuild:” Blackhawk BBQ food truck destroyed in accident
A local business owner is looking to rebuild after an accident on Interstate 15 totaled his food…
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Dog pond gets makeover from volunteers
Volunteers spent the day braving winter weather to make sure our dogs have a safe place to swim in the…
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Pocatello firefighters give coats to kids
Pocatello firefighters are giving out more than 300 new coats to children this…
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First winter graduation for ISU students
Idaho State University is hosting its first ever winter commencement ceremony on…
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Braving the cold and rain for homelessness
A group of volunteers spent the night in the cold to raise awareness for…
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Christmas Lights How-To: the safe and low-cost way
During the holidays, we don’t just see a spike in our energy bill: Accidents increase significantly, putting a bummer on the holiday…
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