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Noah Farley

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — With summer coming up, many people are anxious to get outside and make improvements to their homes and yards. Some want to put up new fences or even buildings. It turns out, you need permits from the city to build these things.

The City of Idaho Falls says the permits are necessary to make sure new structures don’t block visibility for drivers or become fire hazards.

A fence permit in Idaho Falls costs only $5, but permits to build decks, patios, or install solar panels will cost more.

“All these different things will have a little bit of a different fee because some of the size and the scopes of the projects are different,” said City of Idaho Falls Public Information Officer, Kimberly Felker.

Felker says something like a roof or fencing permit can take around two to three business days to be approved, while a bigger project like a deck or shed can take about five to 10 business days for approval.

More information on how to apply for a building permit can be found here.

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Curtis Jackson

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)—Drivers in Idaho Falls should avoid S. Utah Ave. this Sunday, June 1, because it will be closed near Pancheri Drive.

Crews will be relocating a traffic light on the corner.

The closure will affect South Utah Avenue coming off of Pancheri Drive. See map above.

The closure starts at 7 a.m. and will reopen by 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, according to Jerry Miller, the project manager with Wheeler Electric.

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Seth Ratliff

UPDATE:

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Over 5,000 caped and casual crusaders swarmed the Elks Lodge in Idaho Falls for the final day of RetroX on Saturday, marking their largest attendance yet in the convention’s short three-year history.

The convention delivered on its promise of something for every generation, with fans getting the chance to meet WWE legend The Honky Tonk Man and Dickey Beer, the man who brought Boba Fett to life in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Fans also brushed shoulders with famous voice actors Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley, known for their work in Re: ZERO, plus visual artist and the mind behind Hogwarts Legacy’s story, Adrian Ropp.

While hundreds of dollars were awarded in Saturday’s cosplay contest, the true heroes, costumed or casual, were the attendees who donated to the Idaho Falls Community Food Basket. They collected fourteen large boxes, totaling over 700 pounds of canned goods – a whopping 150 pounds more than last year – to help those in need.

ORIGINAL:

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Get ready, Southeast Idaho! Idaho Falls RetroX, presented by Superfly Productions LLC, the highly anticipated Comic Con-style event, is returning to the Elks Lodge June 20-21, promising an immersive and unforgettable experience for fans of all ages.

Last year’s event drew in 4,400 guests in just two days, doubling the attendance from the first year. This year, event planner Brandon Kimball says the production company has increased radio presence and purchased two billboards to reach more people.

“All we can hope is people had fun and everyone that came last years returns with a friend.  We are planning for 6,000 attendees, but hoping for more,” said Kimball.

Building on the runaway success of its first two years, this year’s RetroX is set to be the biggest yet, boasting over 70 vendors from across the intermountain west, exciting new attractions, and a star-studded guest lineup including voice actors from the worlds of anime and videogames, WWE legends, and guests from a galaxy far far away.

Special Guests include:

Dickey Beer (all the way from the Netherlands): A true Star Wars legend! Meet the actor and stuntman who donned the iconic Boba Fett armor in the 1983 classic Return of the Jedi. Dickey Beer performed as Fett in the thrilling action scenes at the battle of the Sarlacc, bringing the fan-favorite bounty hunter to life.

The Honky Tonk Man: World Famous WWF wrestling legend from 1986-1991. He was also the WWE Intercontinental Champion for a reign of 454 days, the second longest in the history of the title until it was broken in 2023. WWE Hall of Fame 2019 Inductee.

Ryan Bartley: A prolific voice actress with an impressive 157 roles across 111 titles. Her extensive credits include beloved anime series and video games such as Pokémon, Shimmer and Shine, Ram in Re: ZERO, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Demon Slayer, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Sonic Frontiers, Mini Stay-Puft in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Pompompurin in Hello Kitty, and many more!

Sean Chiplock: A versatile voice actor with over 206 credits from more than 133 games and titles. Fans will recognize his voice from popular titles like Poppy Playtime, Revali, Teba, and The Great Deku Tree in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Subaru Natsuki in Re: ZERO, Pokémon: Detective Pikachu, Mortal Kombat 11, Fazbear & Friends, Spider-Man, and countless others!

New and Expanded Attractions for 2025:

Introducing Kid Con: Included with general admission, this new addition allows “kids and fans of all ages to meet Princesses and superheroes from Storybook Parties Idaho” and enjoy a host of family-friendly activities, according to event directors.

Artist Alley is returning with a wide array of regional artists and crafters, selling original art and prints. From your favorite game franchises and anime series, to Disney, Garbage Pail Kids 40th Anniversary, and Flash Tattoos and a local author, there is something for everyone.

Expanded Artist Alley: Artist Alley is returning, featuring a wide array of talented regional artists and crafters. “From your favorite game franchises and anime series, to Disney, Garbage Pail Kids 40th Anniversary, and Flash Tattoos, and a local author, there is something for everyone,” writes Kimball of Superfly Productions.

New Food Truck Food Court: RetroX is introducing a dedicated Food Truck Food Court with an outdoor eating area, to ensure guests can “come and stay all day.”

Interactive Costuming Groups: Guests are invited to immerse themselves in the world of their favorite fandoms with interactive booths and photo opportunities. Returning favorites include costume groups like the Timberline Garrison of the 501st Legion, East Idaho’s local Star Wars costuming group. They will be joined by the Snake River Ghostbusters and new additions like the 405th Infantry Division, a Halo costuming group.

2025 Cosplay Contest: RetroX 3 will also feature the return of the annual RetroX Cosplay Contest, where talented creatives will have the chance to compete and win cash, prizes, and trophies totaling over $2,000. For full rules, restrictions, and general information, click HERE.

General admission to RetroX is just $15 per person. Children ages 12 and under receive free entry with a paid adult. RetroX is also offering early bird and weekend passes, in addition to reduced prices at the door in support of the fight against food insecurity.

“RETRO X is committed to supporting our community and is discounting tickets by $3 at the door for a donated non-expired canned food item,” says Superfly Productions. “Donations will go to the Idaho Falls Community Food Basket.

For more information, click HERE.

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Sam Ross

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– The My World Discovery Museum and Museum of Clean will host their second annual Touch-A-Truck event on Tuesday, June 3.

During the event, the museum will close roads around their building to make room for dozens of emergency and construction vehicles, race cars, and other attractions like food trucks, a car show by the Pocatello Car Club, and a place for children to practice their construction abilities with supplies provided by Idaho Materials.

“This provides an opportunity for our community to come together and have hands on opportunities for families and children,” said Samantha Stoddard, marketing director for the Museum of Clean’s Clean World Foundation.

The Touch-A-Truck event is free for everyone; the event will run from 5 to 8 p.m. on June 3 at the Museum of Clean at 711 S 2nd Ave. in Pocatello.

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News Release

UPDATE May 30, 2025, 9:00 a.m. — Idaho Falls Police said Froilan Carranza was found safe this morning.

No other details were given.

ORIGINAL STORY:

The following is a press release from the Idaho Falls Police Department:

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (News Release) – The Idaho Falls Police Department is searching for a missing at-risk adult, Froilan Carranza, who was reported missing yesterday.

Mr. Carranza has a mild form of autism and was last seen by family on May 22nd. According to family, he does regularly walk around town by himself but typically returns home the same day or early the next morning.

Mr. Carranza is 5′ 6″, 130 pounds, and has brown eyes and black hair. He was last seen wearing torn blue jeans, blue and white Nike shoes, a white t-shirt and a black hoodie. He has a medium-length goatee and a mustache.

Anyone with information about Mr. Carranza’s whereabouts over the past week or his current location is asked to contact the Idaho Falls Police Department at (208)529-1200.

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News Release

The following is a news release from the City of Pocatello.

POCATELLO, Idaho (News Release) — Beginning June 2, 2025, the City of Pocatello Water Department will begin its annual water system flushing program. The process is expected to take approximately three weeks to complete.

System flushing is a critical part of maintaining the City’s water infrastructure and serves several key purposes:

Improves water quality by removing sediment from distribution pipes

Ensures proper operation of fire hydrants and valves

Confirms adequate water flow for firefighting needs

What to Expect During Flushing:

You may experience a temporary drop in water pressure

Water may appear rusty or cloudy—this discoloration is not harmful and should clear within a few hours

If you notice crews flushing hydrants on your street, please avoid using tap water, especially for laundry or dishwashing, until the work is complete.

For your safety and the safety of our workers, drive cautiously around hydrant-flushing crews and treat them as you would any road construction team.

For more information, please contact the Water Department at 208-234-6174.

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Curtis Jackson

The following is a news release from the Rexburg Police Department.

REXBURG, Idaho (Rexburg Police Department) -Last night (5/28/2025), around 10:15 pm, officers responded to the area of S 3rd W for a report of a suspect who threatened people with a gun.

Several witnesses reported that a suspect in a vehicle was armed with a handgun and pointed it at them. The suspect allegedly racked the gun and pointed it at several victims, making verbal threats towards them.

Thankfully, witnesses were able to get enough of a license plate for dispatch to identify the matching suspect vehicle. Using this information, officers were able to track the suspect down at his residence, at Providence Square Apartments.

Officers attempted contact, but the suspect refused to come out or speak with officers, including over the phone. A perimeter was established.

The suspect was spotted closing windows and turning lights off, trying to make it look like he wasn’t home.

Surveillance footage was also obtained, showing the suspect arriving home shortly after the alleged crime and walking into the building. Friends of the suspect also confirmed he was in the home.

Rexburg PD’s SWAT team was activated in order to take the suspect into custody. They quickly arrived on scene and set up elements in order to safely take the suspect into custody.

SWAT command coordinated with associates of the suspect to convince him to surrender peacefully. After a brief standoff, the suspect exited his residence and was immediately taken into custody by the SWAT team without incident.

We want to especially thank our local Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and other volunteers who came out to help. While planning for contingencies, we requested assistance in case of an evacuation. Within minutes, CERT members had an evacuation center set up at a nearby church building. Thank you for your fast response!

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Noah Farley

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI) — The construction project to fully replace the bridge that goes over Sandcreek on 17th Street is expected to be finished before July 4th.

The project started in mid-January with D L Beck, Inc. as the contractor.

D L. Beck’s Founder, David Beck, says the goal is to have the project finished by July 4, 2025. Depending on what the weather brings, Beck says asphalt will be filled in the middle of June.

Beck reminds pedestrians to stay out of the construction area for now for their own safety.

The bridge over Sandcreek is near the Albertson’s shopping center entrance.

Once this project is over, construction could begin to improve the bridge on 1st Street over Sandcreek. That project was paused while work was being done on 17th Street.

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Curtis Jackson

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – A Pocatello man was taken into custody after barricading himself inside a home for nearly six hours.

Pocatello Police said in a news release they were notified of a domestic disturbance at 1730 West Quinn Avenue around 6:19 a.m. on Thursday.

When officers arrived, Logan Smith, 40, barricaded himself inside the home with a woman and three children. Police did not say if they were related.

The woman told a police dispatcher that Smith was armed with both a gun and a machete. Police deployed the Immediate Response Team and Crisis Negotiators to help resolve the incident. Officers were able to evacuate the woman and the three children from the home with the assistance of the dispatcher.

After a lengthy negotiation, the Smith peacefully surrendered and was taken into custody. He was arrested on three counts of aggravated assault.

Police said no one was injured and the area was reopened around 12 p.m.

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News Release

UPDATE May 29, 2025: POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)— The Bannock County Coroner’s Office released the name of the Rexburg woman killed in an accident on I-15 Wednesday afternoon.

She was identified as Kimberly Reynolds, 26.

“I want to share my deepest condolences with Kimberly’s family and friends as they grieve this incredible loss,” said Coroner Torey Danner.

The accident remains under investigation.

ORIGINAL STORY:

The following is a news release from Idaho State Police.

POCATELLO, Idaho – Idaho State Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3:44 p.m. on May 28, 2025, on I15 at milepost 62, south of Pocatello.

A 26-year-old female from Rexburg, Idaho was travelling northbound on I15 in a 2010 Toyota Corolla. The female driver failed to negotiate a curve, went off the left shoulder and into the median. The passenger, a 26-year-old male from Rexburg, was transported by ground ambulance to a local hospital. The female succumbed to her injuries at the scene.

The roadway was blocked for approximately two and a half hours.

The crash remains under investigation by the Idaho State Police.

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