Good morning, Pocatello.

Mayor Brian Blad said that after an officer-involved shooting on April 5 that deeply affected the Perez family, the city placed four officers on administrative leave while criminal, external, and internal investigations proceeded—body camera footage is expected in the coming weeks.

The Arimo Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host a new event this Easter season—focusing on the last week of Christ’s life—to invite community members to reflect on his legacy.

Idaho Fish and Game is asking Pocatello landowners to enroll their properties in the Managed Hunt Program for the 2025 hunting season to set custom rules for hunting access.

The agency will coordinate hunter requests (including limits on numbers and enforcement of landowner rules) to ease direct contact with hunters.

Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced a settlement with Mylan that will pay up to $335 million over nine years to fund opioid prevention and treatment, addressing allegations that Mylan deceptively marketed opioids as less prone to abuse.

The deal was negotiated with multiple states and will support prevention efforts in Idaho—helping to curb future opioid abuse.

Downtown Easter Egg Fest

11 AM – 12 PM — Historic Downtown Pocatello — Free entry — Family Fun Easter Egg Fest with thousands of Easter eggs filled with surprises for kids.

Eastern Idaho NRL 22 — Dope Precision Rimfire Match

8 AM - 2 PM — Oregon Trail Shooting Range — $25 entry fee plus range fee — Compete in a monthly rimfire match with a focus on precision shooting.

Portneuf Valley Environmental Fair

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Lookout Point — Free entry — Celebrate environmental awareness with local conservation efforts and community activities.

Vintage Market Days of Eastern Idaho

All day — Eastern Idaho State Fair — Check the event website for admission costs — Explore a curated market filled with vintage treasures, handmade goods, and gourmet eats.

2025 Idaho Gives Finale

5-8 p.m. — Elks Lodge — Donations encouraged — Celebrate animal welfare with refreshments, auctions, and support for spay and neuter services.

Mother's Day at the Zoo

All day — Zoo Idaho — 50% off admission for mothers with a paid child — Celebrate Mother's Day by visiting the zoo and seeing the springtime baby animals.