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.
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Lack of Bus Drivers Closes Gooding Schools Tuesday (Oct. 5)
In a brief statement on social media, the Gooding School District announced the closure of school Tuesday, October 5. The district said it didn't have enough qualified bus drivers to run routes.
Burley Man Arrested for Aggravated Assault, Accused of Firing Gun
A Burley man is facing several charges, including aggravated assault, after allegedly discharging a firearm within city limits.
Three Men From Missouri Sentenced on Idaho Poaching Charges
Three young men from Missouri have been handed sentences for poaching-related crimes in Custer and Blaine Counties.
Idaho Recognizes U.S. 26 as POW-MIA Memorial Highway
A United States highway that runs through Idaho will officially recognize all those who went missing or were captured during times of war.
Seasonal Closures Begin in October on the Fairfield Ranger District
Campgrounds and roads will close in specific areas of the Sawtooth National Forest on the Fairfield Ranger District the first few days of October.
Less Than 50 Sockeye Salmon Return to Idaho’s Red Fish Lake
Despite only 44 adult sockeye salmon returning from the Pacific Ocean to Idaho's central mountain lakes, there are more than 2,000 of the fish available for spawning.
Final Touches for Idaho 75 Through Hailey Begin Friday
The final touches to a road rehabilitation project to Idaho Highway 75 through Hailey begin the first of October.
14 Candidates Apply for Retiring Cassia County Judge Position
Seven applicants for a soon to be vacant judgeship are from the Magic Valley area. The District Court for the Fifth Judicial District announced the names of 14 candidates who applied to fill the position of Cassia County Magistrate Honorable Mick Hodges, soon to retire at the end of the year.
Multi-vehicle Fatal Crash Reported on U.S. 93 in Elko County
Authorities in Elko County say a multi-vehicle crash is blocking U.S. Highway 93 between Jackpot and Wells, Nevada.
UPDATE: Crash Cleared at Red Cap Corner in Kimberly
Idaho State Police is reporting a crash that is blocking Red Cap Corner intersection in Kimberly.
Pocatello Police Say Funeral Home Investigation is Criminal, Will Take Some Time
Police in eastern Idaho are treating the case involving a funeral home where numerous human remains were found decomposing as a criminal investigation
Old Twin Falls D&B Building May Not Stay Vacant Long
The former D&B Supply store in east Twin Falls may not be vacant much longer as a prospective new tenet has asked for a special use permit