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
Pickup Rolls Down Mountainside, Two Twin Falls Men Killed
Two men from Twin Falls were killed last Thursday and a woman was seriously injured near Carey when their heavy-duty pickup rolled down a mountainside.
Three Killed in Head-on Crash Near Coeur d’Alene
Three adults were killed in a head-on crash with a truck Friday evening near Coeur d'Alene.
Twin Falls Woman Killed in Crash Near McCall
Two people were killed in a three-vehicle crash, one of them a Twin Falls woman, on Friday near McCall
Idaho’s Unemployment Stayed Under 3 Percent in October
The unemployment rate increased slightly in October while staying under 3 percent for nine consecutive months
Idaho Foodbank Presents Many Ways to Help Feed Families
There are numerous ways to help feed hungry families this Thanksgiving and Christmas all across the Gem State
50 Wild Horses Available for Adoption in Boise, Nov. 19
A number of wild horses removed from herds across the west will be available for adoption at an event this weekend in Boise
Hagerman Mayor Forced to Resign for Living Outside of Town
The mayor of Hagerman had to resign following an investigation that found he wasn't living in the community he serves.
Bald Eagle Shot in East Idaho
A federally and state protected bald eagle was found shot earlier this month near Montpelier
Reward Increased in East Idaho Deer Waste Case
n unknown donor has increased the value of a reward to anyone with information regarding the poaching of a deer in October near Arimo
Twin Falls: Help Prevent Flooding by Cleaning Gutters and Curbs
The City of Twin Falls is asking residents to help prevent localized flooding by keeping gutters and curbs clear of debris and leaves near their homes
Buck Left to Waste in Lincoln County
Magic Valley wildlife managers want to track down the person responsible for shooting and leaving to waste a mule deer buck in Lincoln County.
One Killed, Another Injured in Bonner County Rollover
One person was killed and another injured in a rollover crash Tuesday morning near Sagle.
Police Identify Four University of Idaho Students Found Dead
Moscow authorities have identified four University of Idaho students found dead Sunday in a suspected homicide
Man Crushed at Job Site in Curry
A man was killed Monday morning in a work related incident in Curry at a landscaping yard
Arrest Made in Disappearance of Fruitland Boy
West Idaho authorities arrested a woman Monday in connection with the missing Fruitland boy Michael Vaughn
Christmas Tree Permits On Sale for Southern Idaho
Christmas tree permits are now on sale for the Sawtooth National Forest in Southern Idaho
Sold Out! Idaho $1 Million Raffle Winners to be Announced Jan 4, 2023
In less than three weeks the Idaho $1,000,000 Raffle sold all 250,000 tickets.
Texas Man Arrested after Interstate Pursuit Near Glenns Ferry
A Texas man is facing multiple felony charges for allegedly forcing other motorists off the interstate and running from police Saturday morning near Glenns Ferry
Forest Roads in South Hills Could Close Sooner Due to Weather
U.S. Forest Service officials say they are looking at possibly closing some Forest Roads earlier than usual in the South Hills because of recent snowfall
Look Inside Twin Falls Main Avenue Lofts
It may have taken a little longer than planned to build but the Main Avenue Lofts in Downtown Twin Falls are nearing completion. A ribbon cutting was held November 10, to dedicate the tallest building in the downtown area.