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Tooele genealogist hired by US Navy to identify men killed in Pearl Harbor

Tooele genealogist hired by US Navy to identify men killed in Pearl Harbor

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 4 - 7:54 a.m.  |  Save Story

Jamie Anderson loves being a genealogist and is undertaking the final contract of her career: A project from the United States Navy.
After 111 years, San Juan Record prints its final edition, but local journalism continues online

After 111 years, San Juan Record prints its final edition, but local journalism continues online

VideoAlex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 11:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

For 111 years, the news of San Juan County has arrived on paper. This week, that tradition comes to an end.
Utah communities embrace America 250 celebration in a big way

Utah communities embrace America 250 celebration in a big way

VideoDan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah communities have embraced America's 250th birthday celebration in a big way, with events across the state honoring the nation's history.
Amateur archaeologist finds Germany's biggest hoard of ancient Roman silver coins

Amateur archaeologist finds Germany's biggest hoard of ancient Roman silver coins

Kirsten Grieshaber, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 26 - 12:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

An amateur archaeologist has discovered a significant hoard of Roman silver coins in western Germany. The largest coin treasure from the time of Roman Emperor Hadrian found in Germany.
7UP 'ghost sign' in Cedar City sparks memories of wedding proposal 50 years ago

7UP 'ghost sign' in Cedar City sparks memories of wedding proposal 50 years ago

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 26 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Cedar City Historic Preservation Commission is in the process of applying for securing funding to clean up a historic 7UP sign and restore it for residents and visitors to enjoy.
Utah History Summit brings historians together to expand the state's story

Utah History Summit brings historians together to expand the state's story

VideoMadi Vollmer, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 22 - 2:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

The first Utah History Summit brings historians, museums and community groups together to expand Utah's historical narrative and highlight the stories of underrepresented communities.
Salt Lake City's 'cat park' reopens with more features and nods to its past

Salt Lake City's 'cat park' reopens with more features and nods to its past

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 21 - 9:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City's "cat park" has now reopened after a long-awaited renovation aided by a citywide bond
First Hispanic woman in space shares memories of historic NASA career with Idaho Falls crowd

First Hispanic woman in space shares memories of historic NASA career with Idaho Falls crowd

Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Sept. 21 - 8:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Ellen Ochoa was one of five people aboard the space shuttle Discovery when it launched on April 8, 1993. The mission was the first of four that earned her a place in history as the first Hispanic woman in space.
Family works to restore monument for former apostle, Salt Lake City mayor

Family works to restore monument for former apostle, Salt Lake City mayor

VideoDaniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 9:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

For at least 125 years, a granite monument has stood at the gravesite of Daniel H. Wells at the Salt Lake City Cemetery. His family is now trying to restore it.
Preserving Salt Lake Temple was 'nothing short of another miracle,' project official says

Preserving Salt Lake Temple was 'nothing short of another miracle,' project official says

VideoCarter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 7:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

A multiyear effort to seismically secure the iconic Salt Lake Temple has been a "miracle" much like the original construction was, a project official noted in a University of Utah lecture.
Man accused of ties to bin Laden, tortured after 9/11 has Guantanamo detention reviewed

Man accused of ties to bin Laden, tortured after 9/11 has Guantanamo detention reviewed

Ben Finley, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 2:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

Abu Zubaydah, a man initially accused of being a high-profile al-Qaida figure and who was tortured in CIA custody, has appeared at a hearing to review his 20-year detention.
Film society sets long-awaited reopening target for historic Tower Theatre

Film society sets long-awaited reopening target for historic Tower Theatre

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 1:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

The owners of the nearly century-old Tower Theatre anticipate renovations will begin next year.
Utah 9/11 first responders share memories at South Jordan remembrance project

Utah 9/11 first responders share memories at South Jordan remembrance project

VideoMadi Vollmer, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 8:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Twenty-five years after the Sept. 11 attacks, Utahns who responded to Ground Zero are sharing their firsthand memories through a remembrance project in South Jordan to help ensure future generations remember what happened.
How Utah's first Olympics helped the world heal after 9/11

How Utah's first Olympics helped the world heal after 9/11

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Olympics are always memorable, but there was something about the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City — held just months after 9/11 — that made it sweeter.
Road delays expected near Utah Capitol as work on new historic trail begins

Road delays expected near Utah Capitol as work on new historic trail begins

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 9:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

Construction of a new historic trail near downtown Salt Lake City will begin on Monday, but state transportation officials warn it will cause traffic delays near the Utah State Capitol.
Saratoga Springs marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 with 3 days of community service

Saratoga Springs marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 with 3 days of community service

VideoGarna Mejia, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 11 - 9:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

Residents across Saratoga Springs spent the week giving back to their community as part of a three-day service initiative commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
US marks 25 years since Sept. 11 attack

US marks 25 years since Sept. 11 attack

Jennifer Peltz, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 8:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. is commemorating the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks that left nearly 3,000 people dead and the nation shaken.
Smithsonian marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 with a display of rare artifacts

Smithsonian marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 with a display of rare artifacts

Steven Sloan, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 10 - 10:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Smithsonian Museum of American History opened its own tribute to the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks with a display of various artifacts from the day that changed America forever.
Born after 9/11, Riverton students help preserve its legacy

Born after 9/11, Riverton students help preserve its legacy

VideoGarna Mejia, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 10 - 5:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Twenty-five years after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, a generation of Utah students that was not yet born is helping preserve the memory of that day.