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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Badger Fire Evacuees to Return Sunday Morning
Evacuees forced out of their homes in Rock Creek by the Badger Fire south of Hansen will be able to return home early Sunday morning.
One Killed When Pickup Hits Equipment Near Blackfoot
One person was killed in a single-vehicle rollover near Blackfoot Friday morning on Interstate 15.
Evacuations Ordered for Rock Creek
The Twin Falls County Sheriff's Office has issued an evacuation order for Rock Creek and areas surrounding the Badger Fire in the South Hills.
Wrong Way Driver Killed in Fiery Crash with Two Trucks on I-84
One person was killed early Thursday morning when their vehicle hit two semi-trucks while headed in the wrong direction on Interstate 84 between Wendell and Bliss
Coming Weather a Concern As Crews Battle Badger Fire
Fire crews expect fire activity to increase today as changing weather moved into the area around the Badger Fire burning in the South Hills
Crash Between Wendell and Bliss Causing Detour
A crash on Interstate 84 between Bliss and Wendell is forcing traffic to divert around onto an area Highway.
Semi Crashes Into Cars Slowing in Construction Zone in Jerome County
Three people were hospitalized when a semi-truck struck their vehicles as they slowed in a construction zone in Jerome County on Wednesday.
Idaho Sees Fewer Deaths During “100 Deadliest Days”
Fewer people died on Idaho road this year compared to 2019 during what is called the "100 Deadliest Days of Summer" between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Bridge Inspection Starts Monday in Twin Falls
Idaho Transportation Department crews will be out on the Perrine Bridge next week to inspect the structure which will require lanes to be restricted for drivers.
Grizzly Bear Attacks Two Hunters in North Idaho
Two backcountry hunters were attacked in north Idaho by a sow grizzly bear with cubs early Wednesday.
Fatal Head-on Crash Sparks Fire South of Twin Falls
One person died in a head-on crash with a semi-truck in south Twin Falls County Wednesday evening that sparked a wildfire
Dozens of Venomous Snakes Removed from Boise Home
Idaho wildlife officials say a Boise man had dozens of venomous snakes in his home, many of them not native to the state, which was searched recently with help from police.
Two Report Missing Child, Arrested on Drug Charges in Ketchum
A pair who walked into the a police station in the Wood River Valley to report a missing child ended up being arrested for several felonies
One Killed, Juveniles Hospitalized in Crash in Minidoka County
A Paul woman was killed in a two-vehicle crash Wednesday evening in Minidoka County.
Maid in the Shade: Flying Museum
The Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum has braught back the "Maid in the Shade" World War II B-25J bomber to the Magic Valley
Two Hospitalized Following Crash in Carey
Two people were hospitalized when their pickup was hit rear-ended by another pickup pulling a horse trailer near Carey
Woman Charged with Attempted Murder of Ex-boyfriend in Wells, Nevada
A woman is facing several charges, including attempted murder, following a shooting last week in Elko County, Nevada.
Fire Damages Home in Filer
A structure fire damaged a home and destroyed several outbuilding in Filer on Monday evening.
One Killed in Head-on Crash in East Idaho
A 21-year-old woman from Victor, Idaho was killed in a head-on crash Monday evening on State Highway 33.