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Utah's unique beauty spotlighted in massive glass feature in state Capitol's newest building
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted May 19 - 2:20 p.m. | Save Story
Crews have installed a stunning new feature atop the North Capitol Building, which depicts the state of Utah through a large stained glass piece.
St. George pilot lands a new app connecting aviators, instructors and planes
Jessi Bang, St. George News | Posted May 19 - 1:50 p.m. | Save Story
A St. George pilot is flying high with an app that connects flight instructors with students, helps pilots find planes to rent and puts mechanics just a tap away. It's a one-stop shop for all things aviation.
Police arrest Murray man in robbery, shootout, killing at Kearns High parking lot
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted May 19 - 12:28 p.m. | Save Story
Police say a 17-year-old boy trying to rob a man who was selling bottles of champagne from his car was shot and killed over the weekend. One man was arrested, but not the alleged shooter.
Photo gallery: 'Buddy benches' part of a quest to build friendships
Scott Winterton, Deseret News | Posted May 19 - 11:39 a.m. | Save Story
A group of high school trades students in Jordan School District are using skills they learned in the classroom to make it easier for younger kids to make friends.
Church of Jesus Christ sends representative to inauguration mass for new pope
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted May 19 - 10:02 a.m. | Save Story
Elder Matthew S. Holland represented The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at Pope Leo XIV's Mass of Inauguration on Sunday and delivered a letter from the First Presidency.
Politics and managing the electrical grid do not mix, panelists say
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted May 19 - 9:57 a.m. | Save Story
The American Council on Renewable Energy made clear the United States has to come to grip with demands on the electrical grid when it comes to powering the nation, especially this summer.
BYU announces new medical school to be built on former Provo High site
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted May 19 - 9:26 a.m. | Save Story
Brigham Young University West Campus will be the home of its new medical school, the university announced on Monday. This is where Provo High School was formerly located.
How did Utah Department of Corrections discipline officer who left K-9 Loki in hot car?
Courtney Johns and Annie Knox, KSL-TV | Posted May 19 - 8:04 a.m. | Save Story
The Utah Department of Corrections provided the answers to questions about the hot-car death of a K-9.
92-year-old woman dies, adult son seriously injured after being hit while standing on sidewalk
Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV | Posted May 19 - 7:40 a.m. | Save Story
The family of a 92-year-old mother and grandmother is mourning her death after she and her adult son were hit while standing on a sidewalk.
Washington County School Board approves new cellphone policy for students
Nick Fiala, St. George News | Posted May 19 - 6:50 a.m. | Save Story
The Washington County School District Board of Education has approved a new personal device use policy.
WWII pilot returning home to Utah for burial 80 years after his plane crashed
Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Posted May 19 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
The remains of a WWII pilot who crashed and died in France 80 years ago are coming home to Utah for burial after the discovery of the crash site.
How big was the 2024-25 ski season?
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted May 18 - 10:25 p.m. | Save Story
Ski resorts in the Rocky Mountain states accounted for nearly 43% of all skier days nationwide during the 2024-25 season, which turned out to be nearly the biggest year ever.
Utah Treasurer Marlo Oaks on the harmful politicization of America's economy
Eva Terry, Deseret News | Posted May 18 - 9:38 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Treasurer Marlo Oaks spoke about the attempt to politicize treasuries across all levels of government in remarks to the Utah County Liberty Forum at the Provo Library on Wednesday.
How BYU helps students innovate new technological patents
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted May 18 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
From medical devices to technological innovations, BYU's latest accomplishment highlights the number of students who are inventing new products.
It's not junk, it's movie magic: How serendipity and a Ponzi scheme led to the passing of a foley artist's 'torch'
Peter Rosen, KSL-TV | Posted May 18 - 8:29 p.m. | Save Story
A coffee pot, an old Slinky, a shovel. To the untrained eye, it looks like junk. But to the few people who understand, it represents a life's work searching for movie magic.
Cash Drop Utah engages community with daily treasure hunts
Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com | Posted May 18 - 7:02 p.m. | Save Story
Taylor and Bailey Carlson have dropped thousands of dollars all across Utah. Now, they are gearing up to do another drop in St. George.
Tesla driver killed in 3-vehicle collision in Carbon County
Matt Brooks, KSL.com | Posted May 18 - 6:41 p.m. | Save Story
One person is dead in a collision that involved three vehicles on U.S. 6 in Carbon County on Sunday, according to the Utah Department of Public Safety.
Utah Sens. Mike Lee and John Curtis respond to US credit rating downgrade
Suzanne Bates, Deseret News | Posted May 18 - 5:52 p.m. | Save Story
Credit rating firm Moody's downgraded the rating on U.S. sovereign credit Friday, citing concern over growth in the nation's debt over the past decade and the nation's high interest payments.
How the Velvet-Wood mine in Utah may help fighter jets
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted May 18 - 5:09 p.m. | Save Story
The Department of Interior is hoping to turn an old mine in a remote area in San Juan County into a new mine that will aid in building fighter jets.
Sen. John Curtis tells CNN where he agrees, disagrees with President Trump
Suzanne Bates, Deseret News | Posted May 18 - 4:07 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Sen. John Curtis sat down with CNN on "Inside Politics Sunday," where he discussed the need to bring down the debt and his thoughts on the tariffs levied by President Trump.
Ogden eyes major change to Wall Avenue by Union Station to bolster downtown activity
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted May 18 - 3:01 p.m. | Save Story
Ogden leaders are mulling major changes to Wall Avenue by Union Station, focus of its own upgrade plans, as part of efforts to bolster downtown activity.
17-year-old shot, killed at Kearns High in robbery gone bad
Brian West, KSL.com | Posted May 18 - 1:28 p.m. | Save Story
A 17-year-old boy was shot and killed early Sunday in the parking lot of Kearns High School in what police say was a robbery gone bad.
'Keep them clear': Cedar City bans parking vehicles for sale on public roads
Alysha Lundgren, St. George News | Posted May 18 - 1:11 p.m. | Save Story
The Cedar City Council approved a new ordinance prohibiting people from parking their vehicles on public streets if their primary purpose is selling.
How to protect yourself from cougars in Utah this summer (we're not talking about you, Cosmo)
Eva Terry, Deseret News | Posted May 18 - 12:15 p.m. | Save Story
The state's Division of Wildlife Resources shares some suggestions on how to stay safe outside this summer, especially from confrontations with cougars.
Man held Millcreek family hostage for months, claiming 'cartel' wanted to kill them, police say
Ashley Imlay, KSL.com | Posted May 18 - 10:38 a.m. | Save Story
A man was arrested Saturday after police say he held his girlfriend's family hostage in their Millcreek home for six months after convincing them a cartel wanted to kill them.
Utah woman provides hope for inmates on journey of prison advocacy
Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com | Posted May 18 - 10:31 a.m. | Save Story
Paige Norton has been helping to reform Utah's justice system since 2019, providing hope for inmates and protecting what she believes are the wrongfully incarcerated.
Florida man charged with sexually exploiting Utah teen
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted May 18 - 9:47 a.m. | Save Story
A Florida man is facing criminal charges in Utah accusing him engaging in sexually explicit conversations with a 15-year-old Utah girl.
16-year-old Smithfield boy recovering after suffering major stroke
Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Posted May 18 - 8:16 a.m. | Save Story
A 16-year-old Cache County boy is now facing a long recovery after suffering a major stroke.
'Cruisin' With the Cougs' sails into BYU history
Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com | Posted May 18 - 7:17 a.m. | Save Story
Nearly 3,000 Cougar fans jumped aboard the maiden voyage to celebrate BYU at sea.
Riverdale man charged with murder has history of domestic violence
Heather Peterson, KSL NewsRadio | Posted May 17 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
A Riverdale man was charged Friday with murder in the stabbing death of a woman at his apartment. Scott Myers has a hisstory of holding a knife to women's throats, according to court documents.
National parks set record for visitation in 2024; operational challenges looming
Alec Sills-trausch, Associated Press | Posted May 17 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
The year 2024 was record-breaking for the National Park Service, with about 331.9 million recreational visits, a nearly 2% increase from the previous year and surpassing the previous all-time high in 2016.
Mortgage rates seen as stable. So why are homebuyers still hesitant?
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted May 17 - 7:44 p.m. | Save Story
Mortgage rates were up slightly this week but stayed below 7% for a 17th consecutive week.
Salt Lake commission OKs new housing at site where snack factory burned down
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted May 17 - 7:03 p.m. | Save Story
A plan to build a mixed-use development with 241 apartment units at the site of a Mexican snack factory that burned down last month has been given the green light to move forward.
Craft Club creates opportunity for women to connect in Salt Lake City
Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com | Posted May 17 - 6:29 p.m. | Save Story
Crafting brings all sorts of people together, but one local business aims to provide a spot for women in search of connection.
Salt Lake Film Society helping host Pacific Islands Film Festival
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted May 17 - 5:54 p.m. | Save Story
The Salt Lake Film Society is helping host Māsima: Pacific Islands Film Festival, which will feature the works of several filmmakers with roots in the Pacific Islands.
Incumbent Rob Axson defeats Phil Lyman in vote to lead Utah GOP
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Posted May 17 - 5:11 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Republican Party Chairman Rob Axson will serve another two years at the helm of the state's largest political party after narrowly defeating challenger Phil Lyman Saturday.
The Nature Conservancy teaches children to 'become stewards' of Great Salt Lake
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted May 17 - 5:01 p.m. | Save Story
The Nature Conservancy led fourth graders from Layton's Adams Elementary on a tour of the Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve to instill an understanding of the importance of conservation.
U. researchers unveil AI-powered tool for disease prediction with 'unprecedented accuracy'
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted May 17 - 3:01 p.m. | Save Story
University of Utah researchers have unveiled a new tool kit that uses AI to predict whether individuals will develop progressive and chronic diseases years before symptoms appear.
Staff member at Utah troubled teen school charged with showing students pornography
Ashley Imlay, KSL.com | Posted May 17 - 2:02 p.m. | Save Story
A former staff member at a school for troubled youth in Sevier County was charged Thursday with showing students pornography.
Fisherman in critical condition after fall into Echo Reservoir
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted May 17 - 1:07 p.m. | Save Story
A fisherman was transported in critical condition to a hospital for care after falling into Echo Reservoir at Echo State Park Saturday.
Provo Towne Centre mall getting major facelift
Dan Rascon, KSL-TV | Posted May 17 - 1:05 p.m. | Save Story
A major facelift has been announced for a decades-old mall in Utah County. The owners of the Provo Towne Centre said it's time for a "bold reinvention."
With drought already here, Sen. John Curtis aims to help
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted May 17 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
Sens. John Curtis, R-Utah, and Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., on Tuesday introduced legislation aimed at strengthening water quality and storage infrastructure across the western United States.
Rep. Blake Moore spearheads proposal to create 'MAGA' savings accounts for children
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted May 17 - 11:30 a.m. | Save Story
Utah Rep. Blake Moore is set to introduce legislation establishing a new kind of savings account for children aimed specifically toward incentivizing education and homeownership over the next several decades.
Search for Utah's next superintendent of public instruction down to 2 finalists
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted May 17 - 10:40 a.m. | Save Story
The search for Utah's next state superintendent of public instruction has been narrowed down to two finalists — both with deep ties to the state's K-12 public education system.
Celebrating fresh food: Ballerina Farm opens grocery store, bakery in Midway
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted May 17 - 10:00 a.m. | Save Story
From social media fame, the Ballerina Farm has garnered followers all over the world. Now, the Utah family business is expanding to a small grocery store and bakery in Midway.
Advisory issued as late-season wintry storm arrives in Utah ahead of summer-like warmup
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated May 17 - 9:36 a.m. | Save Story
Federal forecasters say Utah is on tap for a "whirlwind" next few days with a "winter-like" storm this weekend before a more summer-like warmup next week.
Salt Lake woman charged with trying to hit officer with car
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted May 17 - 9:15 a.m. | Save Story
A Salt Lake woman is facing criminal charges accusing her of trying to hit a police officer with her car.
Photo gallery: Missionaries sing national anthem before Real Salt Lake match
Scott Winterton, Deseret News | Posted May 17 - 8:50 a.m. | Save Story
A large gathering of singers stood before the mic Wednesday evening to share the national anthem ahead of the Major League Soccer match between Real Salt Lake and the Portland Timbers.
New fire chief hired in Tremonton after difficult chapter for the city's fire department
Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV | Posted May 17 - 8:25 a.m. | Save Story
It was a moment of both celebration and healing as Tremonton officially welcomed its new fire chief earlier this month.
'I felt great': Utah man, 86, reportedly the oldest person ever to hike Peru's Inca Trail
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted May 17 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
Utahn Gary Bybee, 86, hiked Peru's Inca Trail earlier this month, reportedly becoming the oldest person ever to complete the mountainous trek to Machu Picchu.
Police identify woman stabbed to death in Weber County
Cassidy Wixom and Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Updated May 16 - 10:34 p.m. | Save Story
Police have identified a woman killed Thursday in a stabbing in Weber County.
Wrong-way driver arrested in Taylorsville rammed officer's car twice, police say
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted May 16 - 9:42 p.m. | Save Story
A woman was arrested Thursday and accused of ramming into a police vehicle and attempting to flee.
Salt Lake City seeks to amend some housing types. Here's what it would do
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted May 16 - 9:05 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City is one step closer to a proposed zoning change that advocates say could improve the city's housing landscape.
Man arrested in Walmart fraud case may be part of larger criminal enterprise, police say
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted May 16 - 8:31 p.m. | Save Story
A man arrested this week in Taylorsville may be part of an organized crime group trying to defraud Walmart stores, police say.
What happened to Congress' big plans to help DOGE with spending cuts?
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted May 16 - 8:02 p.m. | Save Story
One of the biggest stories of the year on and off Capitol Hill is the Department of Government Efficiency, led by multibillionaire Elon Musk. The agency has done its job to dominate the news cycle and headlines, but in terms of its collaboration with lawmakers in D.C., that relationship has appeared to break down.
Healing and hope: Sha Reh moves forward as lone survivor of family tragedy
Deanie Wimmer and Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV | Posted May 16 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Months after surviving a family tragedy that left him a lone survivor, Sha Reh speaks about his recovery and overcoming his new disability.
Utah family sues Las Vegas resort, says it should have prevented son's near-drowning
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted May 16 - 6:03 p.m. | Save Story
Utahns Joseph and Kelseigh Stanley filed a lawsuit this week against Wynn Las Vegas, claiming the resort should have prevented their 3-year-old son's near-drowning in 2023.
Behavioral health in Utah has critical gaps amid growing demand
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted May 16 - 4:06 p.m. | Save Story
Utah has a behavioral health master plan designed to make sure the mental health needs of young and old, urban and rural are all well served. It's a daunting challenge.
Former Provo OB-GYN charged with 2 more counts of object rape
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted May 16 - 3:05 p.m. | Save Story
A former Provo OB-GYN already facing more than a dozen felony charges in multiple cases was charged with two more felonies Friday alleging he sexually abused another patient.
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