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Snowmobiler killed in Wasatch County avalanche; warnings extended after large storm
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated Feb. 19 - 11:46 a.m. | Save Story
A man was killed in an avalanche while riding a snowmobile in the Wasatch backcountry with his son on Wednesday, authorities say.
Lawmakers are proposing a path to help more Utahns save for retirement
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 19 - 9:00 a.m. | Save Story
Hundreds of thousands of Utahns aren't saving for retirement, according to state estimators, and one reason is because many small business employees don't have access to plans.
Poll shows a whole lot of Utahns are watching the Milan Cortina Olympics
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 19 - 7:40 a.m. | Save Story
Nearly three-quarters of Utahns are either watching the 2026 Milan Cortina Games or intend to tune in before Sunday's closing ceremonies, according to the latest Deseret News poll.
Olympic venues find second life on the silver screen
Matt Gephardt, KSL | Posted Feb. 19 - 6:51 a.m. | Save Story
If the goal is to attract Hollywood producers, having Olympic venues as filming locations doesn't hurt. Just ask Cortina, which was featured in the movie "For Your Eyes Only."
Utah House OKs bill expanding tax credit for businesses that provide child care
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Feb. 18 - 9:01 p.m. | Save Story
The House passed a bill expanding tax credits for Utah employers who provide child care services.
Heavy snowfall brings high avalanche danger in the backcountry
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Feb. 18 - 7:37 p.m. | Save Story
Avalanche forecasters and law enforcement are encouraging those heading into the backcountry to be extra careful as an avalanche warning has been issued.
8 backcountry skiers killed; 1 missing, presumed dead after worst avalanche in California history
Martin Goillandeau and Chris Boyette, CNN | Updated Feb. 18 - 7:23 p.m. | Save Story
Eight of nine skiers buried near California's Lake Tahoe in the deadliest avalanche in the state's recorded history have died, the Nevada County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday.
Arches drops timed-entry program amid pressure from Grand County leaders
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Feb. 18 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
Arches National Park is ditching its timed-entry system at least for this year, meaning that visitors will be allowed in without a reservation any time of the year, as they could before 2022.
Have You Seen This? Give this dog an Olympic medal
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Feb. 18 - 3:29 p.m. | Save Story
I think we can all agree this dog is a gold medal winner in all of our hearts.
More snow falls in Utah mountains after dry winter start
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted Feb. 18 - 10:30 a.m. | Save Story
After a winter that has felt more like spring, snow is finally falling again in Utah's mountains. And enthusiasts, like those at Brighton on Tuesday, began to take full advantage.
What big shows are coming to Utah this year?
Lottie Elizabeth Johnson, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 18 - 8:05 a.m. | Save Story
Entertainment venues across Utah are starting to fill up their concert lineups for 2026. Here's what we know is coming to the Beehive State so far.
'The Icemaker' works to keep Olympic ice pristine
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted Feb. 18 - 6:51 a.m. | Save Story
Behind the scenes at the Winter Games, there is a team that makes sure the ice is near-perfect for curling matches. KSL spoke with Mark Callan, who makes sure it all goes smoothly.
'Sweet,' 'good-spirited,' World War II vet from Idaho Falls dies at 104
Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Feb. 17 - 8:31 p.m. | Save Story
William Albert "Bill" Hulet, a 104-year-old World War II veteran from Idaho Falls, died Feb. 7. He was remembered by his family as "sweet," "kind," and "good-spirited."
The husband-and-wife team behind Salt Lake City's newest viral attraction
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted Feb. 17 - 8:04 p.m. | Save Story
Himitsu Station, 110 W. Broadway, is billed by its creators as an escape room "experience" with a twist.
Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band to launch 'Land of Hope and Dreams' US tour next month
Associated Press | Posted Feb. 17 - 7:32 p.m. | Save Story
Bruce Springsteen is bringing his political commentary back to American stages this spring, as he announced on Tuesday a "Land of Hope and Dreams" tour in the U.S.
CBS host Stephen Colbert says network barred airing interview with Texas US Senate candidate
David Shepardson, Reuters | Updated Feb. 17 - 6:36 p.m. | Save Story
CBS late-night show host Stephen Colbert said Monday the network's lawyers barred him from airing an interview with Senate candidate and Democratic Texas state Rep. James Talarico.
Winter storm warnings, advisories expanded to Utah's valleys in rare move this season
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated Feb. 17 - 4:40 p.m. | Save Story
Winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories have been expanded out to Utah's valleys, in a rare move this winter. It could create a messy Wednesday commute.
Family rebuilds home after they say mold caused daughter's extreme illness
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Feb. 17 - 4:04 p.m. | Save Story
The family of a Heber Valley girl says hidden black mold in their century-old home was making her seriously sick. It got so bad that they decided to tear it down and rebuild.
US groups sue to block Trump effort to rid parks of history, science information
Nate Raymond, Reuters | Posted Feb. 17 - 2:05 p.m. | Save Story
Groups representing park conservationists, historians and scientists filed a lawsuit on Tuesday seeking to prevent President Donald Trump's administration from scrubbing information from parks and monuments.
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Several Utah resorts pick up 2-4 feet of snow from latest storm — and there's more coming
- Snowmobiler killed in Wasatch County avalanche; warnings extended after large storm
- Heavy snowfall brings high avalanche danger in the backcountry
- 8 backcountry skiers killed; 1 missing, presumed dead after worst avalanche in California history
- Arches drops timed-entry program amid pressure from Grand County leaders
