Update: Idaho Falls house fire began in chimney, say firefighters
Stephan Rockefeller, EastIdahoNews.com Update: The Idaho Falls Police Department has released more information on Wednesday morning’s house fire. The cause is believed to be a fire from the...
View ArticleBack in session: Pipes repaired at two local schools
IDAHO FALLS — Officials in Idaho Falls School District 91 confirm a broken water main at Temple View Elementary School has been repaired. The break, which was discovered Tuesday, resulted in the school...
View ArticlePocatello High School alumni help former classmate with cancer
Russell Sanders POCATELLO – Many people keep in touch with a handful of their high school classmates and friends, but the Pocatello High School graduating class of 1971 is unique. Members of the group...
View ArticleChobani joins movement for paid family leave
Chobani CEO Hamdi Ulukaya has given employees at his company, including 1,000 in Twin Falls, access to paid family leave starting in 2017. | U.S. Dept. of Commerce TWIN FALLS — Nearly 1,000 Chobani...
View ArticleCountry singer Wynonna set to perform at ISU next week
The following is a news release from Idaho State University. POCATELLO — Idaho State University’s 2016-17 ‘Season of Note’ concert series will feature five-time Grammy winner and New York Times...
View ArticleMan hospitalized after being attacked by neighbor wielding bat
Brittany Sherman | Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office IDAHO FALLS — A 33-year-old woman is facing a felony charge after admitting to attacking a neighbor with a baseball bat. Brittany Sherman, of Idaho...
View ArticleTwo hospitalized after pickup smashes into dump truck
Courtesy photo REXBURG — A pickup truck was badly damaged after rear-ending a PSI garbage truck on Thursday morning. The crash occurred at about 11:40 a.m. along the Lyman-Archer Highway in Madison...
View ArticleSURVEY: Idaho Falls seeks input on Independence Day events
The following is a news release from the city of Idaho Falls. IDAHO FALLS — Following last month’s announcement by Melaleuca to relocate their annual Melaleuca Freedom Celebration and fireworks show,...
View ArticleGun store burglar won’t be eligible for parole until 2023
Travis Castro | Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office IDAHO FALLS — A man who burglarized an Idaho Falls gun store and led police on a high-speed pursuit through Rexburg will serve an additional two years...
View ArticleVeterans Day: List of free meals, deals to honor those who served our country
IDAHO FALLS — Veterans Day is tomorrow and many national restaurant chains and businesses are saying “thank you” to veterans and active military members by offering freebies and deals on food and...
View ArticlePolice release name of man killed in wrong-way I-15 crash
Photo courtesy Cassie Rae Murdoch IDAHO FALLS — A Shelley man was killed Thursday night after police say he drove the wrong way on Interstate 15 and crashed into a pickup truck towing a stock trailer....
View ArticleUpdate: Murder suspect accompanied by woman, whereabouts unknown
UPDATE (2 p.m. Friday): A nationwide warrant has been issued for Jeremy White, of Idaho Falls, for second-degree murder in connection with the death of Christin Caldwell. In a news conference Friday...
View ArticleIdaho Falls Temple open house, rededication dates announced
The Idaho Falls LDS Temple. | Stephan Rockefeller, EastIdahoNews.com The following is a news release from the Greater Idaho Falls Public Affairs Council of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...
View ArticleMurder victim’s sister describes her as kind, devoted to family
Christin Caldwell | Courtesy Photo IDAHO FALLS — The sister of a woman who was found dead inside a Bonneville County home describes her as “a far better person than I ever could be.” Christin Caldwell,...
View ArticleParking is prohibited along U.S. 20 north of Lorenzo Bridge
The following is a news release from the Idaho Transportation Department. RIGBY — The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) reminds drivers that parking is prohibited along U.S. 20 north of the Lorenzo...
View ArticleHundreds salute veterans at annual Rexburg event
Veterans recognized during the Rexburg Veterans Day program on Friday. | Photos by Natalia Hepworth, EastIdahoNews.com REXBURG — Hundreds gathered in the Rexburg Tabernacle Friday to pay tribute to...
View ArticleTHE LATEST: Nationwide manhunt for murder suspect after woman found buried in...
Authorities say Jeremy White is wanted for second-degree murder and is on the run with Deena Aday. | Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office IDAHO FALLS — A nationwide manhunt is underway for an Idaho Falls...
View ArticleDeputies respond to suspicious package in Bonneville County
A suspicious package was reported on 15th East near the on-ramp to Highway 20. | Stephan Rockefeller, EastIdahoNews.com. BONNEVILLE COUNTY — Numerous Idaho State police officers and Bonneville County...
View ArticleUnauthorized, noisy ATVs hurting hunting experience
Courtesy Idaho Fish and Game DRIGGS — The most frequent calls that the Teton Basin Ranger District receives during hunting season are complaints of illegal ATV use. ATV use enables hunters to scout...
View ArticleEast Idaho Eats: Redd’s Grill has gourmet burgers for a good cause
Redd’s Grill Hours: Mon thru Saturday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. Address: 722 N 12th W, Rexburg, ID 83440 Phone: (208) 403-8233 REXBURG — A locally-owned food trailer has spent...
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