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21-year-old Idaho man who had a 'heart of gold' continues to bless others after unexpected death
Brittni Johnson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 20 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
Noel Rios, who went by the name Titus Freeman, is remembered for the selfless life he lived, and was recently able to bless others through organ donation.
The right side of this 6-year-old's body is shrinking. Her family is raising money to find out why.
Kaitlyn Hart, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 19 - 4:53 p.m. | Save Story
Doctors in multiple states are searching for answers for a local 6-year-old girl, as the right side of her body appears to be shrinking.
Emotional farewell: Students surprise beloved teacher as he departs for the Navy
Cody Roberts, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 19 - 7:41 a.m. | Save Story
Students lined the hallways waving American flags at Eagle Rock Middle School Thursday afternoon in a surprise send-off for their P.E. teacher, Sean Steo, who is joining the U.S. Navy.
These dalmatians help provide fire safety training at Idaho events
Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 18 - 9:03 a.m. | Save Story
EastIdahoNews.com attended a training at Station 4 in Menan on Saturday to meet the Dalmations and see how they interact.
Idaho business may be 'the only place in the world where you can get French-fry lip balm'
Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 17 - 12:19 p.m. | Save Story
Kay Walker has been making soap, lotion and lip balm from Idaho potatoes since 2021, and his latest product may be the first of its kind.
Idaho offering $50M in tax credits for private education, but you must apply quickly
Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 15 - 6:28 p.m. | Save Story
A bill implementing the Idaho Parental Choice Tax Credit went into effect on Jan. 1, and the application period is now open.
Idahoans invited to complete 250,000 acts of service to celebrate America's 250th anniversary
Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 13 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
Idahoans are invited to complete 250,000 acts of service through July 4 as America celebrates its 250th anniversary this year.
President Oaks dedicates first temple as church president in Burley, Idaho
Payton Davis, KSL | Posted Jan. 11 - 3:17 p.m. | Save Story
President Dallin H. Oaks of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints dedicated the church's new Burley Idaho Temple on Sunday.
'Find purpose in sorrow': Idaho family helping others process grief with children's book
Erik Nielsen, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 11 - 9:33 a.m. | Save Story
The Miller family has channeled the grief of losing a loved one into a poem, which has since been adapted into an illustrated children's book, with the hope that the book can provide comfort and hope.
A new beginning: Chief Tahgee students return to a school built just for them
Lisa Lete, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 10 - 11:23 a.m. | Save Story
When students at Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy returned from winter break, they walked into something they had never experienced before — a permanent school building designed especially for them.
Beloved Island Park restaurant reopens under new management
Lisa Lete, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 10 - 7:49 a.m. | Save Story
A favorite Island Park gathering place is back in business. After a five-year hiatus, Boondocks has officially reopened, much to the delight of locals who long considered it their spot.
Pocatello mother killed in DUI car crash remembered as someone with 'love and understanding for everyone'
Logan Ramsey, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 8 - 8:34 a.m. | Save Story
A family is grieving after losing someone who was a mother, sister and caregiver in a tragic car crash.
Don't be duped by scam threatening to re-arrest jailed family member if you don't send money
Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 8 - 7:30 a.m. | Save Story
A scam targeting family members of inmates has seen an uptick in recent months.
New development shows need for similar housing in Pocatello, says property manager
Logan Ramsey, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 4 - 6:00 p.m. | Save Story
A brand new housing development with a unique design has units available for rent in Pocatello, and the design may just be an answer to affordable housing needs.
Idaho mother, daughter seek help after home destroyed by fire
Andrea Olson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 4 - 9:32 a.m. | Save Story
A woman, along with her daughter, is asking for help after the camper they were living in caught fire and burned their belongings. As the New Year begins, they do not know where they will live and are worried about being homeless.
Demolition of historic Idaho Falls water tower to begin Monday
Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 3 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
Built in 1937, Idaho Falls's old water tower is scheduled to begin its demolition on Jan. 5, marking the end of almost 90 years of service.
East Idaho's Top 10 weirdest or craziest crime stories of 2025
Kaitlyn Hart, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 3 - 12:49 p.m. | Save Story
Eastern Idaho is often home to some very outlandish, disturbing and straight-up weird crimes, but here are the Top 10 craziest Eastern Idaho crime stories of 2025. A few Utahns may have even made the list.
Idaho city of Ammon wants trees for a giant bonfire
Andrea Olson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 3 - 9:02 a.m. | Save Story
If you drop off your live Christmas trees to the city of Ammon, they will be used for a big bonfire night, complete with prizes, fun and fireworks.
