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 eventually 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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Bruneau Man Facing Felony Drug Charges
An Owyhee County man is facing several drug related charges linked to an on-going investigation and the confiscation of more than a pound of methamphetamine
Canyon Rim Hotel Gets Approval from Twin Falls Council
The Twin Falls City Council voted to allow the construction of a multistory hotel near the Snake River Canyon Monday evening.
Crash Blocking Highway 30 East of Hansen
Idaho State Police is on scene of a crash east of Hansen that has completely blocked Highway 30 at milepost 232
Idaho Road Blocked for Weeks by Avalanche Finally Open
After weeks of being closed off because of numerous avalanches the mountain highway between Lowman and Stanley finally opened up thanks to hours of work by Idaho road crews.
SUV Flips End-over-End, North Idaho Man Killed
A 69-year-old Cottonwood man was killed in a single vehicle crash early Saturday near Kamiah and a juvenile passenger received minor injuries
Head-on Crash on I-84 Near Tuttle Sends Two People to Hospital
Police say two people fled on foot after crashing head-on into another car while headed the wrong way early this morning on Interstate 84
ISP: Driver Fell Asleep Crossed Center Line, Killed Twin Falls Woman
A 26-year-old Twin Falls woman was killed in an early morning crash when the driver of pickup fell asleep and crossed the center line north of Wendell Saturday
Two Vehicle Crash North of Wendell
Idaho State Police say there is a two vehicle crash partially blocking traffic on State Highway 46 just north of Wendell.
Thousands of Swans in East Idaho, But Not for Long
There are thousands of trumpeter swans wintering in eastern Idaho creating a sight that may not last much longer
Idaho Deputies Use Tracks in the Snow to Find Suspected Burglar
Tracks left in the snow helped Idaho deputies find a man suspected of burglary and other charges earlier this week
Icy Conditions Close Access to Shoshone Falls
The road down into Shoshone Falls Park was shut down late Wednesday after winds and mist created icy conditions on the grade.
Law Changing Idaho Wilderness Boundaries Signed by Pres. Trump
Legislation signed into law Tuesday by President Donald Trump has parts written by Sen. Mike Crapo that will change the wilderness area boundaries in Owyhee County
School Funding Election Results for Magic Valley
Voters went to the polls Tuesday to vote for or against funding proposals from several Magic Valley school districts
Get Ready for Wind Southern Idaho, 50 mph Gusts Possible
A cold front headed towards southern Idaho and surrounding region will be bringing with it 50 m.p.h. wind gusts in some areas.
Southern Idaho School Funding Elections, Polls Close at 8 p.m.
There is still plenty of time to vote on school funding today as polls will be open until 8 p.m. tonight. Several school districts across the Magic Valley are asking voters to approve funding for their schools to maintain facilities and build future ones
5-Year-Old Injured in Snowmobile Accident in Wood River Valley
A five-year-old boy was flown to a Boise hospital after a snowmobile accident on Sunday in the Wood River Valley.
VIDEO: Idaho Crews Work to Clear Highway of Avalanche
Idaho transportation crews continue to plow through more than 40 feet of snow to clear an Idaho mountain highway blocked by avalanches
Stuck Truck with 16 Missiles Shuts Down North Idaho Interstate
A semi-truck hauling 2,000 pound missiles forced the closure of a north Idaho interstate after it got stuck in a snow bank on Friday afternoon.
Idaho Man Killed After Pickup Goes Through Stop Sign, Alcohol Possible Factor
State Police say a passenger in a minivan died after being thrown from the vehicle when it was hit by a pickup truck Saturday evening in northern Idaho, alcohol is suspected as a contributing factor.
East Idaho Pharmacist Sentenced for Stealing Pills
An eastern Idaho pharmacist will have to spend three years on probation stealing thousands of prescription pills.