UPDATE: Power back on after 3,000 lose power in Idaho Falls
IDAHO FALLS — Power is back on in Idaho Falls after more than 3,000 Idaho Falls Power customers were without electricity due to a transformer failure at the Rack Substation. The issue affected...
View ArticleTeenager involved in deadly crash opens his eyes
IDAHO FALLS — The sole surviving teenager of a crash that left two dead and a woman hospitalized is slowly improving at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. Nickolas Kirby, 15, has been upgraded to...
View ArticleTwo Jefferson County Employees receive written disciplinary notice
The Jefferson County Commissioners went into executive session for nearly 45 minutes to discuss the personnel matter. | Stephan Rockefeller, EastIdahoNews.com RIGBY — The Jefferson County Commissioners...
View ArticleMoonfest Music Festival brings country stars to east Idaho for eclipse weekend
The following is a news release and photos from Xtreme Productions. IDAHO FALLS — Xtreme Productions is proud to bring to East Idaho MOONFEST Music Festival 2017. In conjunction with The Great American...
View ArticleFlood warning issued for Bonneville, Jefferson, Madison Counties
POCATELLO — The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning for the Snake River near Heise affecting Bonneville, Jefferson and Madison Counties. Increasing releases from the Palisades Reservoir...
View ArticleGymboree files for bankruptcy
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) — Gymboree filed for bankruptcy protections, making it the latest casualty in a long line of troubled retailers. The children’s clothing retailer said it has reached an agreement...
View ArticleA deadly season on east Idaho roads
IDAHO FALLS — It’s been a deadly few months on the roads of east Idaho and law enforcement are doing whatever they can to stop car crashes from happening. The days between Memorial Day and Labor Day...
View ArticleLocal TV news anchor to be honored by the University of Idaho
The following is a news release from the University of Idaho. IDAHO FALLS — The University of Idaho Alumni Association will honor news anchor Karole Honas ’77 for her achievements and service to the...
View ArticleDAILY FORECAST: Wet and windy today with lots of flood warnings
The Snake River | See Jackson Hole UPDATE: The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for the Snake River near Blackfoot. As of noon Tuesday, the river was measuring just below flood stage...
View Article“Adopt a Shelter Cat” Month Underway at Pocatello Animal Shelter
The following is a news release from the city of Pocatello. POCATELLO — If you are looking to bring a furry feline friend into your home, doing so in the month of June will be the easiest on your...
View ArticleBald eagle rescued after being caught in Madison County power lines
Madison County Sheriff’s Office PLANO — A bald eagle was rescued Tuesday morning after becoming caught in power lines over a residential area on 4000 West in Plano. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office...
View ArticleLogos released for new Thunder Ridge High School
Logos courtesy Bonneville Joint School District 93 AMMON — Four official logos were released for the new high school in Bonneville Joint School District 93 on Tuesday. Thunder Ridge High School will...
View ArticleSt. Anthony police to get thermal imaging drone
DJI Inspire 1 | DJI stock image ST. ANTHONY — A thermal-imagining drone will soon be a high-tech tool for police officers and emergency respondents in the upper valley. St. Anthony Police Chief Terry...
View ArticleLocal DJ has unforgettable experience with Garth Brooks
Cory Daniels with Trisha Yearwood and Garth Brooks before a concert in Montana Saturday night. | Cory Daniels IDAHO FALLS — A local country radio disc jockey hoped to shake Garth Brooks’ hand and say a...
View ArticleTwo boys run from Highway 20 rollover crash
The crash near County Line Road on U.S. Highway 20 on Tuesday. | Photos by Stephan Rockefeller, EastIdahoNews.com BONNEVILLE COUNTY — Authorities from multiple law enforcement agencies found two boys...
View ArticleLIST: Over 20 local vendors will provide food at Riverfest 4th of July...
The following is a news release from Riverbend Communications. IDAHO FALLS — From Teriyaki bowls and cinnamon rolls to snow cones and smoothies – there will be something delicious for everyone at the...
View ArticleMan facing lewd conduct charges accused of possessing explicit photos of same...
William Ellwood | Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office IDAHO FALLS — An Idaho Falls man who faces 11 counts of lewd conduct with a child under 16 has received an additional charge of possessing sexually...
View ArticleIdaho Falls Zoo is Bouncing with Babies
The following is a news release from the Idaho Falls Zoo. IDAHO FALLS — The Idaho Falls Zoo recently added to their unprecedented number of baby animals this year by welcoming a 3-month-old male serval...
View ArticleISP: Drug use to blame for rollover crash that led to teens’ arrests
The crash near County Line Road on U.S. Highway 20 on Tuesday. | Photos by Stephan Rockefeller, EastIdahoNews.com IDAHO FALLS — Four teenagers were arrested following a rollover crash Tuesday, and...
View ArticleI-15 Fort Hall southbound ramp to close from 2-6 p.m. today
The following is a news release from the Idaho Transportation Department. FORT HALL — The Idaho Transportation Department will close the southbound off-ramp at the Fort Hall Interchange (Exit 80) this...
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