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A trail near Moab could help shape the future of accessible public lands
Kevin Lind, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 1 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
Just a few weeks after Steve Pearce was sworn in as the director of the Bureau of Land Management this past May, he traveled to Grand Junction, Colorado — the agency's brief, former national headquarters — for a round table discussion with two presidential cabinet members.
Emery County man sentenced to prison after plea deal dismissed 40 of 51 felonies against him
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Oct. 1 - 6:44 a.m. | Save Story
An Emery County man was sentenced to prison after pleading no contest to having multiple guns as a restricted person. He was originally charged with 51 felonies, but was sentenced for 11.
Vernal native celebrates 'amazing career,' retirement from U.S. Marine Band
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Sept. 28 - 6:20 a.m. | Save Story
After spending two decades working for the oldest continuously active professional musical organization in the country, Utah native Master Sgt. Brian Rust has retired from the U.S. Marine Band.
Man accused of sexually abusing young girl in Vernal
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Sept. 25 - 9:32 a.m. | Save Story
A girl, between the ages of 12 and 14, says Kaden Potter, 19, used her 'as a sex toy multiple times a day and whenever he wanted,' according to police.
More than 20 mining claims filed in San Juan County on former Bears Ears land
| Posted Sept. 24 - 2:26 p.m. | Save Story
More than 20 mining claims have been filed in San Juan County on former Bears Ears land.
Weather service confirms last week's storms produced a second Utah tornado
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Sept. 24 - 7:55 a.m. | Save Story
A severe thunderstorm system that produced a rare mountain tornado in Davis County last week also produced a small tornado near the Utah-Colorado border, federal meteorologists have confirmed.
Peruvian teacher with expiring visa focus of campaign to keep him at Vernal school
VideoTim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Sept. 23 - 7:02 p.m. | Save Story
A Peruvian teacher with an expiring visa is the focus of a campaign by supporters seeking funds to cover the costs of getting a new visa so he can stay put.
Uintah School District studying middle school closure amid declining enrollment, safety concerns
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Sept. 23 - 5:16 p.m. | Save Story
The Uintah School District board of education voted 4-1 on Monday to begin studying the potential closure of Uintah Middle School after the 2026-2027 school year.
16 local leaders in Utah sign letter to Interior secretary, urging him to 'protect public lands'
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Sept. 17 - 12:04 p.m. | Save Story
More than a dozen current or former local leaders in Utah joined a letter sent to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, urging him to reconsider recent policies they say have threatened public lands.
1 dead, 1 critically injured in Moab shooting
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Sept. 15 - 8:49 p.m. | Save Story
One person died and another was critically injured in a southeast Utah shooting Tuesday afternoon, police said.
What is the American sound? How the Moab Music Festival explores identity through nature
Ariel Harmer, Deseret News | Posted Sept. 13 - 2:12 p.m. | Save Story
Nestled in a curve of the Colorado River, in the upper northeast corner of Canyonlands National Park, is a small grotto carved from ancient red rock. Its walls have been carved by millions of years of water and wind. Every September, it becomes a concert venue.
Court rejects Ute Tribe bid for ownership of 1.5 million acres that remain part of Utah reservation
Eric Cabrera, KSL | Updated Sept. 10 - 9:25 a.m. | Save Story
A federal appeals court has rejected the Ute Indian Tribe's effort to gain ownership of roughly 1.5 million acres in eastern Utah.
Record-low Lake Powell gets help from water release at Flaming Gorge
VideoAlex Cabrero, KSL | Updated Sept. 8 - 8:34 a.m. | Save Story
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation is releasing between 660,000 and 1 million acre-feet of additional water from Flaming Gorge through April 2027 to help keep Lake Powell above critical elevations.
National Park Services proposes a 'simpler' approach for bicycles, e-bikes at parks
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Sept. 3 - 7:36 a.m. | Save Story
The National Park Service is considering a new rule that it says would increase access for bicycle and e-bicycle options across its system.
Lawsuits filed over reduction of 2 Utah national monuments, rekindling legal battle
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Sept. 2 - 5:04 p.m. | Save Story
A legal battle over the sizes of two monuments in Utah is heating up again after President Donald Trump shrank the monuments in July.
A new way to reach Arches National Park is now available from Moab
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Sept. 1 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
An experiment to improve transportation challenges at Arches National Park is now available, albeit for a limited time, while local leaders test the concept.
Ephraim temple open house: Second in Sanpete County a tribute to service-oriented saints
VideoEmily Ashcraft and Emma Benson, KSL | Posted Sept. 1 - 2:35 p.m. | Save Story
The Ephraim Utah Temple's open house begins on Wednesday and runs through Sept. 19 ahead of its dedication on Oct. 11. The temple sits near Snow College, and just seven miles from the Manti Utah Temple.
Moab police suspend search for man suspected of aggravated assault
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Updated Aug. 28 - 9:38 p.m. | Save Story
Moab police announced it was ceasing its search for a man accused of fleeing during an aggravated assault investigation.
