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
Forensics Team at CSI Takes First Place at Debate Conference
The College of Southern Idaho Forensics team recently received first place at the Northwest Forensics Conference.
Nampa Man Killed in Motorcycle Crash
A 29-year-old Nampa man was killed when his motorcycle hit a broken down car that had been parked in a median along the interstate.
Increased Police Presence After Vandalism to Shoshone City Park
After several thousand dollars in damages by vandals at the Shoshone City park, local law enforcement will be monitoring the area more closely to prevent any more damage.
Highway 20 to Be Closed for Bridge Paving East of Fairfield
U.S. Highway 20 between Fairfield and Timmerman Junction will be closed this week as construction crews pave new bridges. The Idaho Transportation Department announced the closure will happen Wednesday and Thursday, October 16 to 17, between mileposts 164 and 173 near Fairfield
Fire Consumes Home Near Burley
One person has been displaced after an early morning fire on Thursday, October 10, near Burley.
Airman Killed During Rock Climbing Training Near Boise
An airman with the U.S. Air Force was killed during special training outside of Boise, Idaho Tuesday. According to the Ada County Coroner Dotti Owens, 33-year-old Peter Kraines, of North Carolina died at the Black Cliffs rock climbing area just of Highway 21.
Blackfoot Woman Gets A Year in Prison for Lying to FBI
A Blackfoot woman will have to spend about a year behind bars for telling a lie to the Federal Bureau of Investigator last year after she accidentally ran someone over with a car.
Suspect Caused Small Explosion During Pursuit in Twin Falls County
Magic Valley deputies involved in a high speed chase Saturday say the suspect fleeing caused a small electrical explosion before being stopped
19-year-old Driver Charged for 100 mph Chase From Twin Falls to Buhl
A 19-year-old man is facing several charges for leading Twin Falls county authorities on a chase from Twin Falls to Buhl hitting speeds in excess of 100 m.p.h. with four other people in the car on Saturday.
Hailey Police: No Legitimate Threat at Wood River School
Authorities in the Wood River Valley say a threat at a high school reportedly found on social media involving a gun was not legitimate.
Wind Advisory for Southern Idaho
Stake down the trampoline, anchor the garbage bin, and put on a cap, the wind is going to pick up today for much of southern Idaho.
Minico Student to Face Charges for Threats Made at School
A young teenager will be facing charges of making threats against other students at a Minidoka County school.