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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Van Catches Fire After Hitting Deer South of Bellevue
A van was destroyed by fire after it hit a deer on Idaho Highway 75 south of Bellevue Tuesday night.
Campfires Temporarily Banned at Idaho Power Parks and Campgrounds
If you are planning on using an Idaho Power campground or park anytime soon don't expect to have a campfire. Idaho Power announced on social media that campfires and charcoal grills are banned at all of its campgrounds and parks statewide.
Rabid Bat Found in Blaine County
Southern Idaho health officials say a bat came back positive for rabies this week and warned the public to be cautious around the animals. The South Central Public Health District said the bat had been caught in Blaine County and tested positive for the virus Tuesday
Clark Fork Man Killed in Three-vehicle Crash Near Hope
A 65-year-old died in a three-vehicle crash in Bonner County Monday afternoon
Crash at U.S. 93 and Idaho 25 Junction in Jerome County
There are multiple reports of a serious crash at the intersection of U.S. Highway 93 and Idaho Highway 25, the blinking light east of Jerome
Family Displaced by House Fire in Twin Falls
Adults and several children made it out of a house that caught fire late Sunday evening in Twin Falls.
Disabled Aircraft Blocking Main Runway at Twin Falls Airport, Flights Impacted
Flights in and out of Twin Falls had to be cancelled Sunday evening and delayed Monday morning because a private jet broke down on the main runway
Car Hits Parked Semi on Interstate Near Hazelton
The driver of a Pontiac sedan struck a semi-truck stopped alongside the interstate Sunday afternoon near Hazelton that slowed traffic headed west for several hours.
Woman Rescued from Desert Near Rogerson
Search and rescue crews located an injured woman in the desert early Saturday morning near Rogerson after being missing since Friday evening.
Twin Falls Man Involved in Friday Head-on Crash Has Died
Authorities said one of the drivers involved in a two-vehicle head-on crash just west of Twin Falls died at the hospital.
Crash at Intersection in Caldwell Kills One
One person killed in two-vehicle crash at Caldwell intersection Friday afternoon
UPDATE: Crash Blocking U.S. 30 West of Twin Falls
A crash is blocking traffic on U.S. Highway 30 just west of Twin Falls
Woman Dies Following Shootout with Nampa Police
Authorities say a 51-year-old Nampa woman died at a Treasure Valley hospital following a shootout with police Friday afternoon.
Glenns Ferry Man Sent to Prison for Unlawful Possession of Firearms
A Glenns Ferry man will spend nearly four years in a federal prison for having firearms as a convicted felon and unregistered gun attachments.
Quick Action Stops Fire Near Almo
Fire crews were able to make sure a fire near Almo didn't spread Thursday morning
UPDATE: Howell Fire Near Albion
Fire managers expect to have a fire burning near Albion to be under control by July 17.
Fire Restrictions Expanded in South Idaho, Campfires Banned in North Idaho Parks
Campfires and propane-fueled devices have been banned at north Idaho State Parks while other federal agencies have expanded fire restrictions in southern Idaho as fire conditions worsen.
One Flown to Hospital after Rollover Near Declo
A 26-year-old Washington woman was flown to an eastern Idaho hospital after her pickup rolled near Declo Wednesday morning
UPDATE: Fire Burning Near Albion
Fire crews are responding to a fire that is burning near Albion on the Minidoka Ranger District
Idaho Could Be Facing Worst Fire Season in Years
The Gem State could be facing one of the worst fire seasons in years according to the governor and wildfire officials