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
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.
Mountain Lion Illegally Killed Near Pocatello
A mountain lion was found poached on a mountain range near Pocatello in late March.
Five Swans Shot Dead Near Newdale
Idaho conservation officers say five trumpeter swans were found shot dead in late March near Newdale in a suspected poaching case
Burley to Get Latter-day Saint Temple
Magic Valley members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints learned during their biannual meeting a new temple will be built in Burley, Idaho.
State Trooper Involved in Collision with Semi-truck Near Jerome
An Idaho State Trooper responding to a fatal crash on Interstate 84 in Jerome County was involved in a collision with a semi-truck Friday
Semi Crash Blocks Traffic for Five Hours Near Ashton
A semi-truck crash hindered traffic in east Idaho for several hours before crews could clear the scene.
Boise Man Arrested in Connection to Lincoln Statue Vandalism
A Boise man is facing several charges related to the vandalism of a statue of Abraham Lincoln in a city park.
Idaho Tax Filing Deadline to be Pushed Back to May
Idaho is working to push back the state income tax filing date a month in line with federal changes.
Idahoans 16 and Up to Be Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine April 5
People 16 and up will be eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccine beginning April 5 in Idaho.
New Rail Terminal Will be Based in Pocatello
A new rail terminal is expected to be built in Pocatello aimed at reducing the number of trucks needed to ship goods from the region to the west coast.
Magic Valley Paramedics Rescue Dog from Crevice
Magic Valley Paramedics say crews were called to an odd call near Murtaugh Tuesday afternoon
Shoshone Dairy Owner Sentenced for Violation of Clean Water Act
A dairy owner north of Shoshone will pay a fine, conform to court ordered regulations, and serve probation for a misdemeanor violation of the Clean Water Act.
Lumber Truck Crashes Into Clearwater River Near Kooskia
North Idaho authorities say the driver of a lumber truck that crashed into a river had to be taken to a hospital in Grangeville.
Former Bellevue Marshal Sentenced on Drug Charges
A former marshal for the mountain community of Bellevue was recently sentenced for possession of a controlled substance.