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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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.
Carey Woman Arrested on Felony Drug Charges
A Carey woman is facing mulitple charges, including felony drug charges, after a traffic stop in Hailey.
Winter Weather Warning for South Twin Falls, Cassia Counties
With about two weeks until spring more winter weather is expected to hit southern Idaho by Friday.
Water Main Break Closed Jerome Street, Boil Order Issued for Some
A water main break has forced the closure of North Tiger Drive this morning in Jerome.
Meet the New Forest Supervisor for Southern Idaho
There is a new supervisor in town at the Sawtooth National Forest office in Jerome and the public will get a chance to meet him today
Hollister Woman Killed in Head-on Crash on Highway 30
A Hollister woman died Tuesday evening in a head-on crash west of Buhl
UPDATE: Crash Blocking Highway 30 West of Buhl
Idaho State Police say there is a crash on Highway 30 west of Buhl blocking the entire roadway.
Magic Valley ISP Trooper Avoids Head-on Crash with Semi
A truck driver is facing charges of reckless driving after he forced an Idaho State Police trooper off the road last week in the Magic Valley
Final Five for BSU President Candidates
First there were 60, now there are five finalist in the running for Boise State President. On Sunday the Idaho State Board of Education announced the final list of candidates who submitted applications to take over BSU as the seventh president.
Mountain Home Man Killed in Rollover Crash
A 24-year-old Mountain Home man was killed when he was thrown from his vehicle in a weekend crash in north Idaho
Two Former Idaho Prison Guards Sentenced on Drug Trafficking Crimes
Two former Idaho prison guards were sentenced for drug trafficking crimes after being caught in an FBI sting
Hailey Woman Charged for Allegedly Taking Controlled Substance Into Jail
A Hailey woman is facing charges for allegedly taking drugs into the Blaine County Detention Center last year while in custody
Flood Warning and Advisories For Lincoln & Minidoka County
More flooding is expected in parts of the Magic Valley today as snow melts off higher elevations.
Twin Falls Dog Park Closed by Wet Weather
With the recent soggy weather the Twin Falls dog park has been forced to close until further notice
ISP: Two Crashes Involving Trucks on I-84 East of Twin Falls
State Police responded to two crashes on Interstate 84 near Twin Falls Wednesday, both involved trucks.
37-Year-Old Idaho Woman Killed in Three Vehicle Crash
A Weiser woman was killed in a three vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 95 in west Idaho earlier this morning.
Trucks Get Stuck after Ignoring ‘Road Closed’ Sign in Blaine County
When the sign says "Road Closed" the road is closed, that is the message the Blaine County Sheriff's Office is trying to convey after two trucks went around barriers and got stuck on a closed highway.
New Twin Falls Diversity Committee Approved by City Council
A new diversity committee has been given the green light by the Twin Falls City Council and will begin looking for volunteers.