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
Young Elk Found Dead After Eating Toxic Plant in Blaine County
Two elk calves were found dead Friday after they had eaten a toxic ornamental plant in the Ketchum area
Deadly Crash on Thousand Springs Road Near Hagerman
A Jerome man was killed in a single vehicle crash Sunday afternoon when his van rolled down a steep embankment near Hagerman
Nevada Woman Accused of Trying to Smother Patient at Idaho Veterans Home
Police charge a Nevada woman tried to smother a patient Thursday at an Idaho nursing home for veterans
Delicious New Food Choice is Coming to this Popular Twin Falls Food Hall
A new food vendor is setting up shop at the 2nd South Market in Twin Falls
Open House Meetings Scheduled for Idaho’s Lava Ridge Wind Project
Five open house meetings are set to happen through the month of February into early March on the proposed Lava Ridge Wind Project in Southern Idaho.
City of Rocks Gets Dark-Sky Certification
An Idaho park known for its rock formations has just received recognition for the dark skies above
Weekend Meal Delivery for Seniors to Start Again in Magic Valley
Weekend food deliveries in the Magic Valley will return thanks to a donation from the local hospital and Idaho insurance provide.
Looking for a New Job? Idaho Labor Hosting Twin Falls Job Fair (Feb 2)
More than 20 employers in the Magic Valley will be available Thursday afternoon at a job fair in Twin Falls.
Pocatello Man Will Spend Remainder of Life Behind Bars for Child Pornography
A judge sentenced an Idaho man on Monday to prison for the rest of his life for making and possessing child pornography
Death of Pedestrian Under Investigation in Boise
Authorities are investigating the death of a 79-year-old Boise man who died in the hospital after being hit by a vehicle while crossing at an intersection last week.
Group of Elk Hit by Train in East Idaho
A half-dozen elk were struck and killed by a train in Eastern Idaho on Tuesday
Moose Too Close to Busy Interstate Shot Near Declo
A bull moose had to be euthanized Monday evening as it got too close to interstate traffic in the Mini-Cassia area
Idaho Wolf Population Down Hundreds in 2022 vs the Previous Year
The number of wolves in Idaho has fallen by 13 percent according to the latest estimates from the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG)
Hailey Man Charged with Felony DUI after Narrowly Missing Deputy on Stop
A 51-year-old Hailey man is facing felony charges after nearly hitting a deputy that was on a traffic stop in the middle of the night Monday
Magic Valley School Closures and Delays for Monday (1/30)
Here is the list of school closures for the Magic Valley on Monday, Jan. 30, 2023
Head-on Crash Claims One in East Idaho as Pickup Tries to Pass Snowplow
One person was killed and several others injured Friday morning when a pickup attempted to pass a line of cars behind a snowplow and hit another truck head-on
Idaho Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Drug Trafficking
A Blackfoot man will spend the rest of his life in prison on drug trafficking charges following his trial
Three Moose Removed from Wood River Valley
Three moose had to be removed and relocated from the Wood River Valley out of concerns for public safety.
Blackfoot Man Convicted of Having and Distributing Child Pornography
A 41-year-old Blackfoot man has been convicted by a federal jury of possession and distribution of child pornography and could be facing more than 40 years behind bars
UPDATE: Kuna Man Struck and Killed on Interstate
A pedestrian was struck and killed when he stepped out into traffic on the interstate Wednesday evening in Boise