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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Road Work Wednesday (3/15) on North College Road
Workers will be out Wednesday (3/15) on North College Road to make upgrades and improvements to the sidewalk at the intersection of Blue Lakes Blvd
BLM Roads South of Twin Falls to Remain Closed
Roads in the South Hills will remain closed for several more weeks as land managers say many are still covered in snow
Wood River Dog Attacks and Kills Deer
An off-leash dog ran down a mule deer buck and killed it in late February near Hailey prompting wildlife officials to remind dog owners for the need to keep pets under control or face civil penalties
Famed Olympian and Blaine County Commissioner Has Died
Blaine County Commissioner and famed Olympian Dick Fosbury passed away during the weekend after a battle with lymphoma
Snowmobiler Killed in Avalanche Near Stanley
One person was killed in an avalanche Sunday near the small community of Stanley
TRAFFIC ALERT: Eastbound I-84 Traffic Backed Up Between Jerome and Twin Falls Exit
Reports indicate an crash has traffic backed up on Interstate 84 between Jerome and Twin Falls
New Idaho Law to Impact People Fishing for Steelhead
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) is warning anglers of a new law prohibiting camping on state property if they are planning on fishing for steelhead this year on the South Fork of the Clearwater River
Idaho Driver’s License Going to the Birds, Blue Birds
Get ready for another change in design this spring as the Idaho Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is set to begin issuing a newly designed ID card to drivers
Gooding Will Become Idaho’s Capital For One Day
The Magic Valley community of Gooding will play host to the governor and other top elected state officials for one day next week
Twin Falls Man Leads Police on Pursuit
A Twin Falls man is behind bars following a police pursuit this morning that started in Filer and ended near Kimberly.
Public Services for Former Gov. Phil Batt
The public will be able to pay their respects to former Idaho Gov. Phil Batt you passed away on Saturday on his 96 birthday.
Jerome Police Looking for Suspect Who Shot at House in February
The Jerome Police Department has released video of a possible suspect vehicle involved in a February shooting at a house
Sexually Transmitted Infection on the Rise in Southwest Idaho
The number of syphilis cases in Southwest Idaho is on the rise prompting public health officials to declare an outbreak of the sexually transmitted disease
Flags Lowered For Former Idaho Governor Phil Batt
Flags across Idaho have been lowered in honor of former Governor Phil Batt who passed away Saturday
Oregon Man Hospitalized after Rollover West of Twin Falls
A 31-year-old Oregon man had to be hospitalized after rolling his pickup on the interstate Sunday afternoon near Tuttle
Twin Falls Economic Director Appointed to Idaho Travel Council by Governor
A former Twin Falls city councilman, mayor, and president of the local chamber of commerce who now serves as the economic development director has been appointed as the regional representative for the Idaho Travel Council.
This New Cafe Set to Open in Twin Falls Serves Unique Pastries
A new cafe featuring some unique pastries, both savory and sweet, will host their grand opening this Saturday in Downtown Twin Falls
Magic Valley School Closures for Friday (3/3/23)
Here is the current list of school closures this morning, March 3, 2023
Comment Period for Lava Ridge Project Extended
Officials have extended the comment period for the proposed Lava Ride Wind Project in the Magic Valley
Two Killed in Two-vehicle Crash in North Idaho
Two people died in two-vehicle crash near Hauser, Idaho on Wednesday.