Hello, my name is Benito Baeza the news director for News Radio 1310 KLIX-AM. I have been in the broadcast business since 2003 and I’ve been with Townsquare Media since 2012. I got my start at a public radio station near my hometown in New Mexico and my passion for radio grew from there. During my years as a broadcaster I worked for several radio stations and then got roped into doing TV news for about five years. Eventually I came back to where I truly belong, behind a radio microphone. I’ve lived in southern Idaho for more than a decade and don’t regret it one bit. I love being able to drive just ten minutes out of town and be in a semi-remote area or down in a beautiful canyon. Reach me at benitobaeza@townsquaremedia.com or 208-737-6012.
Benito Baeza
Car Smashes Into Guardrail Near Hazelton, Two Adults and Child Hospitalized
Two adults and a child were injured Saturday morning when their car smashed into a guardrail on Interstate 84 near Hazelton.
Ten Idaho Gang Members Charged with Federal Crimes
Federal authorities have charged ten members of the Idaho prison gang, Aryan Knights, using the RICO Act.
College of Southern Idaho Given New X-Ray Machine
The College of Southern Idaho will have updated technology for its Radiologic Technology Program thanks to a donation from a Treasure Valley company.
80-Year-Old Challis Woman Killed in Crash Near Carey
An 80-year-old Challis woman died after a single vehicle crash into lava rock near Carey on Tuesday.
Idaho Man Sentenced for Digging on Tribal Archaeological Site
A Challis man will have to pay restitution for digging in a tribal cultural site in 2017. According to U.S. Attorney Bart Davis in a prepared statement, Alan Thorkelson, 38, of Challis, pleaded guilty in April to unauthorized excavation of the Devil Canyon Archaeological Site.
Jerome Interim Fire Chief Appointed to Top Spot
The man serving as the interim fire chief for the city of Jerome has been promoted to chief.
Travelers Can Enroll in TSA PreCheck at Twin Falls Airport
The city of Twin Falls announced the Transportation Security Administration and Magic Valley Regional Airport will host a special sign up period for travelers to get registered for the TSA PreCheck program that will allow travelers to get through the security checkpoint faster.
Charges Dismissed in Reported Twin Falls Gang Rape Case
Charges related to a reported rape that happened in Twin Falls more than a week ago have been dismissed
Twin Falls Man Injured in East Idaho Crash
A Twin Falls man was injured in a single vehicle rollover in eastern Idaho Sunday afternoon.
20-year-old Drowns in Twin Falls Lake
Twin Falls authorities say a 20-year-old drowned at a popular lake in Twin Falls Sunday afternoon.
California Trucker Sentenced to Jail for Fatal Highway 93 Crash
A California truck driver is spending time behind bars in the Twin Falls County Jail for vehicular manslaughter after a crash last December that killed two people on Highway 93.
Twin Falls High School Students Sent Home after Threat on Social Media
Twin Falls school officials say the Twin Falls High School has been evacuated after a threat was discovered on social media.