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Jury trial scheduled for Idaho man accused of killing family

Jury trial scheduled for Idaho man accused of killing family

Kaitlyn Hart, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted March 14 - 10:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

A trial has been scheduled for Jeremy Best, who is accused of murdering his wife, his young son and the child his wife carried.
Mother and son charged in rape, kidnapping case inform judges of pending plea deal

Mother and son charged in rape, kidnapping case inform judges of pending plea deal

Kamala Hines, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted March 14 - 10:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

A mother and her son charged with kidnapping each pleaded not guilty during their first appearances before a judge, court records show.
Deputy attorney general appointed to Daybell prosecution team

Deputy attorney general appointed to Daybell prosecution team

Nate Eaton, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted March 13 - 10:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

A judge has granted a request from prosecutors in the Chad Daybell case to bring in help from the Idaho Attorney General's Office.
Caught on camera: Idaho trooper runs for his life as semitruck comes barreling toward him

Caught on camera: Idaho trooper runs for his life as semitruck comes barreling toward him

Nate Eaton, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted March 9 - 9:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

Harrowing video released from Idaho State Police this week shows a trooper running for his life as a semitruck comes barreling toward him.
Reminder issued to pet owners after dog arrives at shelter in a 'sticky' situation

Reminder issued to pet owners after dog arrives at shelter in a 'sticky' situation

Mary Boyle, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted March 8 - 7:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

A little dog has learned a painful lesson near Blackfoot, Idaho. The poor pooch, named Winnie by shelter staff, had an encounter with the prickly side of a porcupine.
Alleged crime spree ends early when Idaho couple is arrested at mall in St. George

Alleged crime spree ends early when Idaho couple is arrested at mall in St. George

Cody Blowers, St. George News  |  Posted March 8 - 5:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

An Idaho couple's alleged theft spree was cut short after a store employee at the mall became suspicious when one of the suspects was pushing an empty stroller while wearing merchandise she never paid for.
Idaho doctor works to reunite car-crash patient with her children after monthslong separation

Idaho doctor works to reunite car-crash patient with her children after monthslong separation

Logan Ramsey, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted March 8 - 6:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

A mother has been stuck in a hospital for months while her children await her arrival at their out-of-state home. One of the doctors on her care team is working to get her back to them.
Idaho man arrested, accused of shooting and killing ex-girlfriend's horse after breakup

Idaho man arrested, accused of shooting and killing ex-girlfriend's horse after breakup

Kaitlyn Hart, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted March 7 - 6:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

A 24-year-old man was arrested after he allegedly killed his ex-girlfriend's horse by shooting it multiple times.
Idaho man found guilty of murdering Nori Jones 20 years ago

Idaho man found guilty of murdering Nori Jones 20 years ago

Kalama Hines, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted March 4 - 8:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A jury found Idaho man guilty of first-degree murder on Monday in the death of Nori Jones, a 25-year-old Pocatello native.
Idaho prosecutor seeking death penalty in Jeremy Best murder case

Idaho prosecutor seeking death penalty in Jeremy Best murder case

Nate Eaton, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Feb. 29 - 7:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Teton County prosecutor is seeking the death penalty against Jeremy Best, a man accused of killing his wife, her unborn child and their toddler.
Idaho delays execution of serial killer Thomas Eugene Creech after failed lethal injection attempts

Idaho delays execution of serial killer Thomas Eugene Creech after failed lethal injection attempts

Rebecca Boone, Associated Press  |  Posted Feb. 28 - 11:54 a.m.  |  Save Story

the crime for which Creech was to be executed more than four decades later. Idaho's prison director said the medical team could not establish an IV line to administer the fatal drug. The execution was to be Idaho's first in 12 years, and was witnessed by six Idaho officials and four news media representatives.
Hearing in Idaho student killings case focuses on genetic genealogy. Why that may be important

Hearing in Idaho student killings case focuses on genetic genealogy. Why that may be important

Eric Levenson, CNN  |  Posted Feb. 28 - 10:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

A hearing Wednesday in the murder trial of Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022, is set to discuss the investigative genetic genealogy evidence in the case – an issue his attorneys have said is a key part of his defense.
US sues to block merger of Kroger and Albertsons, saying it could push prices higher

US sues to block merger of Kroger and Albertsons, saying it could push prices higher

Dee-ann Durbin, Associated Press  |  Posted Feb. 26 - 4:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Federal Trade Commission is suing to block a proposed merger between grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons. The FTC says the $24.6 billion deal would eliminate competition and lead to higher prices for millions of Americans.
Idaho is set to execute a long-time death row inmate, a serial killer with a penchant for poetry

Idaho is set to execute a long-time death row inmate, a serial killer with a penchant for poetry

Rebecca Boone, Associated Press  |  Posted Feb. 26 - 8:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

For nearly 50 years, Idaho's prison staffers have been serving Thomas Eugene Creech three meals a day and checking on him during rounds. On Wednesday, he is scheduled to die.
After 3 years of planning, Bear River Massacre site to begin construction on wetland project

After 3 years of planning, Bear River Massacre site to begin construction on wetland project

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 26 - 6:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation is set to begin construction on land at the Bear River Massacre site. The project hopes to contribute more water to the Great Salt Lake.
'Shark Tank' is updating viewers on 'dough-licious' deal for Crispy Cones

'Shark Tank' is updating viewers on 'dough-licious' deal for Crispy Cones

EastIdahoNews.com Staff  |  Posted Feb. 23 - 5:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Local restaurant Crispy Cones is officially returning to ABC's "Shark Tank" on Friday.
Fifth naval ship to carry Idaho's name will be christened and begin maiden voyage next month

Fifth naval ship to carry Idaho's name will be christened and begin maiden voyage next month

Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Feb. 23 - 1:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

A naval submarine bearing Idaho's name will be christened and launched into the Atlantic Ocean during a ceremony next month.
Chad Daybell's lawyer plans to call 7 expert witnesses; trial expected to last 8 weeks

Chad Daybell's lawyer plans to call 7 expert witnesses; trial expected to last 8 weeks

Nate Eaton, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Feb. 22 - 5:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Chad Daybell's attorney plans to call around seven expert witnesses during his client's murder trial in April.
Lori Vallow Daybell appears in Arizona court, asks to skip next hearing

Lori Vallow Daybell appears in Arizona court, asks to skip next hearing

Nate Eaton, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Feb. 21 - 1:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Lori Vallow Daybell walked into a Maricopa County Courtroom smiling Wednesday morning and asked for permission to not appear at her next hearing.