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Campfires banned at 2 Utah national forests amid uptick of human-caused wildfires
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted June 25 - 12:23 p.m. | Save Story
The U.S. Forest Service is temporarily banning campfires on land it manages in central and southwest Utah, as fire activity has swelled over the past week.
New York surged left. Utah chose the center. What does it mean for Democrats?
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted June 25 - 12:06 p.m. | Save Story
Many people are viewing Tuesday night's elections as a win for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, but experts disagree on whether democratic socialism is reshaping the party.
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Spencer Cox speaks on status of Utah wildfires
Joe Wirthlin, KSL | Posted June 25 - 11:59 a.m. | Save Story
Gov. Spencer Cox holds a live press conference to discuss the current status of what is shaping up to be a potentially historic wildfire season in Utah.
Man accused of sexually abusing teen faces additional charges
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted June 25 - 10:31 a.m. | Save Story
A South Salt Lake man accused of sexually abusing a teen girl is facing new charges after investigators discovered child sex abuse material on his phone.
Man charged in Zion cold case dies in custody in Las Vegas
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted June 25 - 9:29 a.m. | Save Story
The man charged this week with pushing his wife off Angel's Landing to her death in 2006 died this morning while in custody in Las Vegas.
Data center developers move forward despite voter backlash aimed at Sen. Adams, others
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted June 25 - 8:15 a.m. | Save Story
O'Leary Digital is moving forward with its Box Elder County data center plans despite voter backlash in Tuesday's voting aimed at state Sen. Stuart Adams and others.
Locals fear 'dozens' of cabins potentially lost in Cottonwood Fire
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted June 25 - 7:48 a.m. | Save Story
Locals said Wednesday they feared "dozens, if not more" cabins had been burned so far by the Cottonwood Fire as they remained in disbelief over the wildfire's progress.
Red Cross urges fireworks caution ahead of holidays
Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted June 25 - 6:18 a.m. | Save Story
The American Red Cross of Utah is urging residents to skip personal fireworks this holiday season as wildfire danger remains high across the state heading into the Fourth of July and Pioneer Day.
Iron Fire evacuees cleared to return home in Eureka
Garna Mejia, KSL | Posted June 24 - 10:21 p.m. | Save Story
Hundreds of Eureka residents displaced by the fast‑moving Iron Fire will be allowed to return home Thursday at noon, officials announced during a community meeting in Santaquin Wednesday night.
Will today's surpluses be tomorrow's shortages?
Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL | Posted June 24 - 10:09 p.m. | Save Story
As buyers hunt for deals and skip full-price goods, retailers may face surpluses now, then cut future orders, setting the stage for possible shortages later.
Utah firefighters issue reminder for people to stay out of active fire zones after breach
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted June 24 - 9:45 p.m. | Save Story
State and federal firefighters are reminding people to stay away from active fire zones after coming across someone who was walking around a burn scar near the University of Utah this week.
2 teens injured, 1 hospitalized after 'experimenting' with explosives near Cedar City
Devin Oldroyd, KSL | Posted June 24 - 9:30 p.m. | Save Story
Two teens were injured, and one was hospitalized, after police say they were "experimenting" with explosive materials near Cedar City Wednesday evening.
Cottonwood Fire might set cost records after destroying southern Utah resort, Cox says
Carter Williams and Kennedy Camarena, KSL | Updated June 24 - 9:20 p.m. | Save Story
The Cottonwood Fire continued to spread Wednesday after taking down Eagle Point Resort, a ski resort in southern Utah.
Why different literacy measures for Utah kids tell different literacy stories
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted June 24 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
Research says academic troubles, with serious consequences, await youngsters who finish third grade without proficient reading skills. Lawmakers are taking action.
Utah Tech University to offer 19 new academic programs this fall
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted June 24 - 8:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Tech University introduced 19 new academic programs to be offered for the first time during the fall 2026 semester.
Utah teen musicians to perform on National Mall stage for America 250 celebration
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Updated June 24 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
A band of teenage Utah musicians is now preparing for what its director calls the biggest performance in the group's 28-year history — a headlining appearance during the nation's America 250 celebrations.
Prosecutors argue Tremonton man accused of killing cops 'terrorized the community'
Cassidy Wixom and Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted June 24 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
Prosecutors argued Wednesday that a Tremonton man "terrorized the community" through a "planned and premeditated ambush" on police leading to the death of two cops in August.
'It's devastating': Cabin owner describes losses caused by Cottonwood Fire
Carter Williams and Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted June 24 - 6:51 p.m. | Save Story
A fast-moving fire in southern Utah has destroyed countless structures, leaving primary and secondary residents devastated.
Orem dentist accused of abusing high school intern
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted June 24 - 6:00 p.m. | Save Story
A longtime dentist in Orem is accused of sexually abusing a high school senior by giving her a physical examination he was not licensed to perform.
Police & Courts »
Supreme Court allows Trump administration to end legal protections for Haitians, Syrians
Politics »
New York surged left. Utah chose the center. What does it mean for Democrats?
- PCE inflation measure tops 4.0% in May; consumer spending strong
- Utah Republicans say their primary wins reveal a path for GOP heading into midterms
- Data center developers move forward despite voter backlash aimed at Sen. Adams, others
- Using flattery, Rutte tries to ease NATO tensions with Trump over Iran
Religion »
Camp Mystic in Texas files for bankruptcy after catastrophic floods killed 28 people
- Salt Lake Temple marks milestone with reinstallation of east temple doors
- Supreme Court rules Rastafari man can't sue Louisiana prison officials who cut his dreadlocks
- Tabernacle Choir makes historic return to Hollywood Bowl, benefiting charities worldwide
- Consistent religious involvement has a positive impact on mental, physical and social health
Science »
US to create genomic and cellular 'BioVault' for endangered species
- A seismic event bounced off Earth's core and shifted an island country
- AI cybersecurity flaw: How hackers can fool AI chatbots into handing over sensitive info
- University of Utah trustees greenlight creation of state's first AI bachelor's degree
- Pregnant teen murdered in 1975 identified as Cheryl Edwards of Illinois thanks to DNA genealogy
