Good morning, Pocatello.

On September 3, 2025, the Idaho Attorney General’s Office announced that no criminal charges will be filed against the officers involved in the shooting of Victor Perez, and the City of Pocatello said it fully cooperated with the review while offering support to the grieving community.

Yesterday, Pocatello held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Idaho Department of Correction Community Reentry Center at 6070 South Fifth Avenue, which will serve as a transition center for 100 minimum-custody men without sex-related offenses or pending felony charges—Big D Construction will begin work in the coming weeks and finish the center by next September.

Southeastern Idaho Public Health and Bannock County Mosquito Abatement confirmed a West Nile Virus–positive mosquito pool in Public Health District 6 on September 2 — no human cases have been reported — and both larval and adult mosquitoes were treated as monitoring and control efforts increased.

Pocatello nonprofit Hope Rides held the 'Please Just Stay' kickoff event Wednesday night at Lookout Point to share suicide prevention resources during National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month.

Several groups including Aid for Friends, Health West, and Family Services Alliance joined the event to show that help is available — a reminder that every life matters.

Nathan Spenser Live Music Event

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Off The Rails Brewing — All Ages Welcome — Enjoy live music on the patio with Nathan Spenser in scenic Pocatello.

SRD's Wild Reptile Adventure

3–6 p.m. — The Jungle ReTreat Ice Cream — Free entry — Explore and interact with reptiles and amphibians while learning fascinating facts about them.

Harvest Lantern Festival

5-9 p.m. — Portneuf Wellness Complex — Admission fee may apply — Experience a magical evening with hot air balloon rides, vendors, crafts, food, games, and live music.

Gate City Oktoberfest

4-8 p.m. — Lookout Point — Check-in required — Celebrate Oktoberfest with great beers, tasty food, and live music from Idaho Rovers and KYD-J.

Crystal Festival – A Rock, Mineral, Gem & Crystal Show

10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Mountain View Event Center — Free admission — Explore gems and minerals with family-friendly activities and over 30 vendors.

Mudvayne Concert

1-8:30 p.m. — Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of hard-hitting rock with Mudvayne in Pocatello.