Next big snow storm hits eastern Idaho today
IDAHO FALLS — The National Weather Service has upgraded its storm warnings in eastern Idaho through Monday. A more severe winter storm warning has been issued for parts of the following counties:...
View ArticleBYU-Idaho launches emergency preparedness website
REXBURG – If you find yourself unprepared for an emergency or natural disaster, a local university’s website has got information to help you out. Brigham Young University-Idaho launched its I-Prepare...
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Multiple slide-offs, crashes reported on east Idaho roads
An Idaho Transportation Department map shows multiple incidents as of 7:30 p.m. Sunday. | Idaho Department of Transportation IDAHO FALLS — The Idaho Department of Transportation and Idaho State Police...
View ArticleLocal sailor continues 75 years of Seabee tradition
PORT HUENEME, California – “We Build, We Fight” has been the motto of the U. S. Navy’s Construction Force, known as the “Seabees”, for the past 75 years. Rigby, Idaho native and Rigby High School...
View ArticleBYUI student charged with voyeurism after camera discovered in bathroom
REXBURG — A Brigham Young University-Idaho student has been charged with felony video voyeurism after police say he hid cameras in an apartment. Devan MacCabe, 23, of Salem, Utah was arrested and...
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Weather conditions prompt crashes in east Idaho
A semi-truck crashed on U.S. Highway 91 and Portneuf Gap on Monday. | Photos courtesy Bannock County Sheriff’s Office Story updated at 10:50 a.m. Monday POCATELLO — Slick roads and low visibility have...
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Bonneville County sheriff seeks public’s help in finding teenage runaway
Nevaeh Slusher | Photos courtesy Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office The following is a news release from the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office on Monday. BONNEVILLE COUNTY — The Bonneville County...
View ArticleMan accused of firing gun during argument with wife
The following is a news release from the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office. BONNEVILLE COUNTY — On Jan. 21 at approximately 11 p.m., Bonneville County Sheriff deputies were called to the 2700 block of...
View ArticleWinter storm upgraded, extended through Tuesday
U.S. Highway 20 in Ucon as seen Monday afternoon. | Idaho Transportation Department IDAHO FALLS — The storm system hitting eastern Idaho has been upgraded in severity, and will now last until 6 a.m....
View ArticleOlive Garden unveils its latest all-you-can-eat deal
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) — Olive Garden has unveiled its latest all-you-can-eat offering. The restaurant chain known for its “never ending” portions announced a new promotion Monday where customers can pay...
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UPDATE: Driver fine after snow plow roll over
UPDATE 9:15 p.m. Idaho State Police released the following information: On Monday, Jan. 23, at approximately 3:30 p.m., Idaho State Police investigated a one vehicle crash westbound on US-20 near...
View ArticleCouple arrested after drugs are found in pickup and camper
The following is a news release and mug shots from the Teton County, Wyoming Sheriff’s Office. JACKSON HOLE, Wyoming — On Saturday, Jan. 21, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a Teton County Sheriff’s Office...
View ArticleSNOW DAY: Closures for Tuesday
The following school districts are closed on Tuesday, Jan. 24, due to snow and extreme weather conditions. Additionally, Idaho National Laboratory buses are not running today. EastIdahoNews.com will...
View ArticleLocal veteran serving other veterans through mobility program
IDAHO FALLS – Veterans who’ve had a hard time getting around are getting another chance at mobility through the efforts of a fellow veteran. “I just love everything Frank’s doing for me. He couldn’t do...
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WICKED WEATHER: Roof collapses, snow plow rolls, dozens of crashes reported
The roof of a vacant building on Rollandet St. collapsed Tuesday morning. | Photo courtesy Cory Croft. IDAHO FALLS — Severe winter weather was causing slide-offs, wrecks and multiple other problems...
View ArticleDEQ grants $42K to Ammon in drinking water evaluation
Stock image The following is a news release from the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality on Tuesday. BOISE — The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality today announced the award of a drinking...
View ArticleUpdate: Highway and road closures for Tuesday
The following is a news release from the Idaho Transportation Department. Story updated at 12:20 p.m. Tuesday. RIGBY – Crews hope to reopen U.S. 26, Idaho 22 and Idaho 28 in eastern Idaho late this...
View ArticleDrone video shows physical confrontation during Driggs Women’s March
Video courtesy Teton Valley News DRIGGS — Detectives with the Teton County Sheriff’s Office say they will review video evidence of a physical altercation that occurred at the Women’s March event on...
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Woman accused of stealing truck from Sam’s Club parking lot
Samantha Carr | Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office IDAHO FALLS — A Bonneville County woman was arrested for grand theft after police say she stole a truck from the Sam’s Club parking lot. Samantha...
View ArticleFirefighters investigate after patrons smell smoke at I.F. library
UPDATE 6:30 p.m. Firefighters have left the Idaho Falls Library after finding no visible issues. They have referred the situation to the library maintenance department to inspect heating equipment....
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