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
Rupert Truck Driver Involved in Fiery Crash Near White Bird
A truck driver from Rupert hauling hay was not seriously injured when his brakes apparently failed causing the semi-truck to overturn and catch fire near White Bird Friday afternoon.
Oregon Man Killed in Semi-truck Crash in Caldwell
An Oregon man was killed Friday morning when a semi-truck crossed the median on Interstate 84 in Caldwell and crashed into his semi.
Bonners Ferry Man Charged with Murder After Shooting Driver
A Bonners Ferry man has been charged with murder for allegedly shooting the driver of the vehicle he was in, causing a multi-vehicle crash near Athol.
Gem County Sheriff: Body Found Believed to be Missing Girl
The Gem County Sheriff's announced Thursday he believes the body found at a residence is that of an 8-year-old missing girl.
Blaine County Sheriff: Drugs Found in Plain Site During Stops
Blaine County authorities say they've made two arrests during traffic stops a little more than a week apart where the accused allegedly left drugs or drug paraphernalia in plain sight.
Kidnapping Suspect Arrested in Wells, Nevada
A Nevada woman was arrested and charged with first degree kidnapping following her arrest for allegedly taking a child that was not in her legal custody.
Abuse Could Close Popular Camping Area South of American Falls
Continued abuse of a popular camping and recreation site in Power County could result in the area being closed off to the public
Garden City Man Killed in Officer Involved Shooting
An officer involved shooting is under investigation by a special taskforce in Garden City following the death of a 58-year-old man Tuesday morning.
Woman Stabbed, Suspect Dead in Boise
Boise Police say they are investigating a stabbing that happened Saturday that left a woman with serious injuries and the suspect dead.
New Head Girls Basketball Coach at Twin Falls High School
The Twin Falls School District Board of Trustees have chosen a replacement head coach for the girls basketball team at Twin Falls High School.
Man Rescued from Box Canyon Springs West of Wendell
Multiple agencies responded to a rescue call at a popular destination in Gooding County Saturday afternoon where a person had fallen into a canyon.
Four Injured Following Incident at Idaho Correctional Center
Four inmates at an Idaho prison had to be hospitalized after a disturbance Saturday evening near Boise.
Idaho Man Arrested in Utah for Attack on Woman Two Years Ago
An Idaho man was arrested in Utah for a crime two years ago in the Treasure Valley where a woman was attacked and sexually assaulted while jogging in her neighborhood.
Eden/Hazelton Highway to Get Makeover
Preparations are underway for a major summer rehabilitation project on the state highway that runs through the communities of Eden and Hazelton.
Ketchum Woman on Bicycle Hit by SUV in Hailey
A 61-year-old Ketchum woman had to be flown to a hospital after being struck by a car while on her bicycle Wednesday afternoon.
Gov. Little Says ‘No’ to Vaccine Passports
On Wednesday Idaho Governor Brad Little signed an executive order banning the need for citizens to prove they have gotten a COVID-19 shot or not.
Idaho Transportation Crews to Inspect Bridge on I-84 Near Jerome
A scheduled bridge inspection between Twin Falls and Jerome on Interstate 84 will slow traffic down for a several hours.
85-year-old Trying to Help Motorist Struck Near Idaho Falls
An 85-year-old man was killed when he stopped to help a motorist after they had slid off the interstate near Idaho Falls Tuesday morning.
Adult and Child Killed in Crash with Cattle Truck in Blackfoot
A 21-year-old Blackfoot man and a juvenile were killed Tuesday afternoon when their minivan was struck by a cattle truck in Blackfoot, several others were hospitalized.
St. Luke’s To Offer Asymptomatic COVID-19 Testing
St. Luke's Health System announced it will open up asymptomatic COVID-19 testing for people with specific criteria at various locations in Idaho.