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East Idaho is in the crosshairs of a powerful winter storm that could dump over a foot of snow on the region's highlands. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for East Idaho's higher elevations that will be in effect from late Thursday night through Saturday night. But the snow as well as possibly some rain from the storm could linger into Sunday and Monday in East...

The EastIdahoNews.com team is busy helping a local Secret Santa give $1 million to deserving people in eastern Idaho this holiday season. Susannah is a nurse and mother of four boys and a one-year-old little girl. One of her boys was stillborn at 36 weeks. Her life then took an unexpected turn when she fell down in her home. It was discovered that she crushed a vertebrae. After three surgeries and infections, it was extremely hard to take care of her new baby.

POCATELLO — A man who pleaded guilty to injuring a child has been ordered to serve probation. Justin Eugene Stewart, 35, entered the guilty plea to the felony charge after reaching a plea agreement with the Bannock County Prosecutor’s Office, court records show. In exchange, additional felony charges for second-degree kidnapping and aggravated assault were dismissed.

Power without powder is the slogan that is the main goal of eastern Idaho's newest air gun store. Owners Dave and Alice Johnson opened East Idaho Airgun at 740 W. Broadway St. in September, bringing an alternative to shooting without the cost of gun-powder powered ammunition or the higher risk of hearing damage.

Since 1906, the Conda Mine has been the bedrock of economic stability for Caribou County, Idaho. As a leading phosphate mine in the SE Idaho Phosphate District, it has provided not just essential resources for the agricultural industry but also a steady stream of employment. The mine's deep roots have allowed it to adapt through economic fluctuations, securing its role as a significant past producer and a contributor to the area's industrial growth.

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Wednesday is $3.246, a week ago the price is $3.281 , according to AAA.

A local man is back behind bars a day after being released from jail. Paul Henderson, 31, of Pocatello, was arrested on Thanksgiving day after battering family members and then leading local law enforcement officers on a vehicular pursuit during winter weather conditions, the Bannock County Sheriff’s Office said. The incident began to unfold around 3:30 p.m. Thursday when it was reported to the Sheriff’s Office that Henderson, who had...

WednesdayThe Union Taproom, 230 W. Bonneville St. in Pocatello, will host DJ trivia at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Wednesday through Dec. 7The Palace Theatre, 158 E Chubbuck Rd, presents Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn, the story of Jim, who leaves the bright lights of show business behind to settle down on his farmhouse in Connecticut… but life just isn’t the same without a bit of song and dance. Get tickets at https://www.palacetheatrearts.com. ...

This week in Bannock County, Idaho, several incidents occurred that require attention in the weekly safety report. These incidents include a local man being arrested for raping a female juvenile in Lava Hot Springs, another man leading police on a high-speed chase from Blackfoot to Pocatello, more information being released on a shooting in Pocatello, a garbage truck crashing into numerous cars in a church parking lot in Southern Idaho, and police departments responding to a nationwide shortage of officers.

The holiday season was welcomed in by thunderous booms echoing across the Portneuf Valley. The 32nd Annual Christmas in the Nighttime Skies event featured a chili feed, hot dogs and bonfires at the Bannock County Events Center. Admission was one or more new toys which went to the local Toys...

The EastIdahoNews.com team is busy helping a local Secret Santa give $1 million to deserving people in eastern Idaho this holiday season. Leticia has been a single mother for several years and has endured many hardships. She has raised three children on her own and she is now helping take care of her sister and niece, son, and her 82-year-old mother.

The National Weather Service has declared winter storm warnings for parts of East Idaho as snow from a Thanksgiving storm continues to fall on the region. The storm arrived in East Idaho on Thursday morning and is forecast to continue dumping snow through Friday morning. A winter storm warning is now in effect for the Declo, Raft River, Burley, Rupert, Albion, Oakley, Heyburn and Almo areas calling for up to...

The Southeastern Idaho Community Action Agency is taking applications for kids to participate in the Bannock County Shop with a Cop event. The event is scheduled for Saturday, December 9. Families with kids who would benefit from a positive experience with law enforcement are encouraged to apply. One child per family may participate.

In the vast landscapes of Bannock County, Idaho, the city of Chubbuck stands as a living narrative of the American dream, born from the toil of its founding settlers. Established in 1898, Chubbuck began as a small agricultural community, where manual labor turned barren fields into a thriving hub of agricultural activity. Named after Joshua Chubbuck, a railroad section foreman and early settler, the city's origin is deeply interwoven with the spirit of hard work and perseverance. The community's early economy was largely driven by the cultivation of sugar beets and other crops, which were transported across the country by rail, bolstering the town's growth and reputation.

Nestled in the heart of the community, Bancroft's Pioneer Historic Village stands as a testament to the town's vibrant history. This living history museum has become a cornerstone attraction, drawing both locals and visitors eager to immerse themselves in the life of yesteryears. Through its well-preserved buildings and a myriad of artifacts, the village offers a unique window into the daily lives of the area's early settlers.

Experience a white Thanksgiving with snow showers across East Idaho, Wyoming, and Salt Lake. Expect breezy winds and winter storm warnings in some areas. However, look forward to high pressure and calm weather post-Thanksgiving, with sunshiny weather set for the weekend.

The EastIdahoNews.com team is busy helping a local Secret Santa give $1 million to deserving people in eastern Idaho this holiday season. A few weeks ago, JenniLynn and Doyle Lacey suffered a devastating house fire. Doyle was injured and the entire family, including their three daughters, was forced to move out into a neighbor’s home.

POCATELLO — A hearing to determine whether vehicular manslaughter charges will be passed to the District Court has been continued. Kenneth Dale Conley, 67, appeared before Magistrate Judge Scott Axline Tuesday for what was scheduled to be a preliminary hearing. After a brief discussion, however, Axline accepted the defense’s request to reschedule the hearing for Jan. 2.

BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — The weather is clear and cold in the Treasure Valley on Friday. If you plan on driving east towards Twin Falls and eastern Idaho, you will run into a much different scene. Scattered snow is falling this morning near Twin Falls and pushing east. Expect winter weather driving conditions in Eastern Idaho this morning.

Homeowners in Bannock County will soon know how much they will save on their property taxes this year.