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Cache County corrections deputy jailed for alleged aggravated child abuse against own child
Simone Seikaly, KSL NewsRadio | Posted Nov. 6 - 5:24 p.m. | Save Story
A Cache County corrections employee is accused of biting and severely injuring his own child.
Changing of the guards: Here's a look at preliminary election results in southern, northern Utah
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 5 - 5:44 p.m. | Save Story
Preliminary results from the 2025 general election on Tuesday signal potential leadership changes in communities throughout southern and northern Utah.
Sky View students rally to support families impacted by potential SNAP benefits freeze
Emma Riley, KSL-TV | Updated Nov. 1 - 9:13 a.m. | Save Story
In response to SNAP benefits possibly ending for many families, students at Sky View High School had an idea: They turned their annual food drive into a friendly and impactful competition.
Logan community rallies around young family facing cancer and childbirth
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 1 - 8:36 a.m. | Save Story
Friends, neighbors, and local businesses are coming together to support Hunter and Tyson Baker as they prepare to welcome their first child while also battling stage four cancer.
Logan's warming center calls for volunteers as it prepares to serve the unsheltered this winter
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 31 - 3:05 p.m. | Save Story
The William A. Burnard Warming Center in Cache Valley is in need of volunteers to help serve a rising population of homeless individuals.
$1K reward offered for helping North Salt Lake police identify golf course vandals
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 30 - 6:02 p.m. | Save Story
North Salt Lake police are asking the public for help tracking down those responsible for causing $20,000 in damages to Eaglewood Golf Course.
Brad Mortensen unanimously selected to lead Utah State University as its 18th president
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 30 - 11:21 a.m. | Save Story
The Utah Board of Higher Education on Thursday unanimously appointed Weber State University President Brad L. Mortensen as Utah State University's 18th president.
Community fundraisers aim to send Tremonton-Garland officers to Washington
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 26 - 10:03 a.m. | Save Story
The Tremonton-Garland Police Department is working to travel to Washington, D.C., this May to honor two fallen colleagues, and a community member is asking for help with a fundraiser.
An atmospheric river is moving through the West. How will it impact Utah?
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 25 - 9:55 p.m. | Save Story
An atmospheric river moving across the West this weekend triggered a winter weather advisory for some of Utah's mountains.
Global conservation nonprofit partners with USU conservation institute with $100K investment
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 23 - 5:01 p.m. | Save Story
Utah State University's Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water and Air on Tuesday announced a $100,000 partnership with The Nature Conservancy.
Utah State University 'takes flight' with advanced airline pilot training program
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 23 - 9:10 a.m. | Save Story
Utah State University is transforming aviation education with its newly upgraded advanced airline pilot training program, featuring a state-of-the-art Boeing 737 flight simulator.
Freeze warning issued for parts of Wasatch Front, northern Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 20 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
A freeze warning has been issued for the northern end of the Wasatch Front and northern Utah, where temperatures are forecast to dip below the freezing point Monday night and into Tuesday morning.
Former Box Elder judge to remain in jail during court case
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 16 - 4:01 p.m. | Save Story
A former 1st District Court judge accused of seeking child sex abuse material was ordered to remain in custody as his court case proceeds.
Human remains discovered in Brigham City linked to St. George woman
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 15 - 9:38 p.m. | Save Story
Brigham City police have identified human remains discovered in a black trash bag alongside a highway earlier this year as a St. George woman who was last seen in 2021.
Students, educators at Box Elder County school talk importance of Indigenous education
Andrew Adams, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 13 - 10:30 p.m. | Save Story
To mark Indigenous Peoples' Day, students and educators on Monday reflected on the importance of Indigenous education in furthering understanding.
Federal workers in Utah fear shutdown with no compensation
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 10 - 8:30 p.m. | Save Story
The Internal Revenue Service announced on Wednesday it would put about one-half of its employees on unpaid leave due to the government shutdown, leaving Utah's workers nervous.
Package with 'suspicious material' prompts police response at Willard Elementary
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 8 - 4:36 p.m. | Save Story
A suspicious package delivered to a school in Box Elder County on Wednesday prompted a police response and lockdown, but it was later found to be harmless.
Cache Valley business brings heat to those in need
Brittany Tait, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 8 - 8:04 a.m. | Save Story
The owners of Mountain Valley Heating and Air Conditioning partnered with Lennox to bring brand new furnaces and cooling units to their neighbors in Cache County on Monday.
Plane makes emergency landing on I-84 in Morgan County
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 7 - 4:51 p.m. | Save Story
A pilot operating a small plane made an emergency landing on a highway in Morgan County.
Former USU lineman accused of rape pleads guilty to sexual battery
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 5 - 8:25 p.m. | Save Story
A former Utah State University offensive lineman accused of raping a woman after a music festival pleaded guilty this week to sexual battery charges.
Family seeks answers in suspected hit-and-run in Brigham City
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 5 - 5:45 p.m. | Save Story
As family prepare to pay tribute to a woman who died from injuries apparently from a collision with a vehicle, they are still looking for closure.
Domestic violence: We can't throw too harsh a light on this problem
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 5 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
The recent killings of two Tremonton-Garland police officers responding to a domestic violence call threw a harsh spotlight on a dark subject.
'Catching' shooting stars: Utah State's Space Dynamics Lab sharing meteor detection software
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 4 - 12:10 p.m. | Save Story
To boost detection of potentially dangerous meteors, the Space Dynamics Laboratory at Utah State University is now sharing its open-source bolide detection software, dubbed "StarFall."
'Better safe than sorry': USU explains evacuation ahead of Turning Point USA stop
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 1 - 4:24 p.m. | Save Story
The "suspicious device" that prompted an evacuation of the Old Main building on the Utah State University campus prior to a Turning Point USA event on Tuesday was found to be an educational tool.
Turning Point USA tour returns to Utah following assassination of founder Charlie Kirk
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 30 - 9:34 p.m. | Save Story
Two competing visions for the future of the conservative movement were on display at a rowdy Turning Point USA event in Logan Tuesday.
Police searching for driver who hit, killed woman in Brigham City
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 30 - 7:41 a.m. | Save Story
Police are searching for a driver who hit and killed a woman in Brigham City and then fled the scene.
Growers prepare for giant pumpkin weigh-off at Logan festival
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Sept. 27 - 11:32 a.m. | Save Story
Pumpkin enthusiasts from all over Utah, Wyoming and Idaho are preparing for a weigh-off at the Center Street Giant Pumpkin Festival, Saturday.
Cache Valley Visitors Bureau hopes to draw people with fall colors, festivals
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Sept. 26 - 8:23 a.m. | Save Story
The Cache Valley Visitors Bureau hopes more people will look at the area as a fall destination. A series of festivals could help, along with the changing colors in both Logan and Sardine canyons.
EMS workers using new tool allowing data exchange with hospitals
Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV | Posted Sept. 25 - 9:37 a.m. | Save Story
Nearly 4,000 EMS workers in northern Utah now have access to follow-up reports on patients they were first to treat.
DOJ: Utah State University committed to a sexual harassment-free campus
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Sept. 23 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
The Department of Justice has closed its five-year Title IX compliance review of Utah State University.
Here's the list of who will fill in on Charlie Kirk's 'American Comeback Tour' at Utah State
Eva Terry, Deseret News | Posted Sept. 23 - 6:21 a.m. | Save Story
Turning Point USA has announced who will take the place of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk for an upcoming Utah State University event.
Smithfield city councilman resigns after video surfaces showing confrontation with police
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 22 - 8:45 p.m. | Save Story
A Smithfield city councilman announced his resignation this week after a video of him confronting police sparked backlash in the community.
Measles case confirmed in Cache County
Alex Tumalip, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 20 - 5:46 p.m. | Save Story
The Bear River Health Department on Saturday confirmed its first case of measles, in an unvaccinated individual in Cache County.
Emergency communication system review continues at UVU as USU prepares for Charlie Kirk event
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Sept. 19 - 8:36 p.m. | Save Story
As Utah Valley University officials continue to investigate and review campus security and communication protocols in the aftermath of last week's Charlie Kirk shooting, Utah State University is busy preparing for its own Turning Point USA gathering.
Northbound I-15 reopens after single-vehicle crash involving a semi
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Updated Sept. 18 - 4:52 p.m. | Save Story
Northbound lanes of I-15 have fully reopened north of Brigham City following a crash that prompted an hours-long closure of the freeway on Thursday afternoon.
Troopers identify woman killed in I-84 crash
Payton Davis, KSL.com | Updated Sept. 15 - 9:06 p.m. | Save Story
Troopers have identified the victim of a Sunday crash on I-84 near Morgan as Deziree Dawn Rinquest, 52, of South Jordan.
Hundreds attend Utah State University vigil, the campus Charlie Kirk would have visited next
Erin Cox, KSL-TV | Posted Sept. 13 - 6:28 p.m. | Save Story
Hundreds gathered at Utah State University Friday night to pray for Charlie Kirk's family and speak to his remembrance.
Off-duty Garland firefighter critically injured in crash on state Route 13
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 12 - 5:20 p.m. | Save Story
An off-duty Garland Fire Department firefighter was critically injured Friday after a crash involving a ATV and a vehicle on state Route 13.
'I'm just devastated': USU Turning Point chapter was set to host upcoming Charlie Kirk stop
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Sept. 12 - 8:33 a.m. | Save Story
The killing of Charlie Kirk is being felt at Utah State University, especially members of the school's Turning Point USA chapter, where he was scheduled to appear on Sept. 30.
K-9, deputy injured in Tremonton shooting reunite with caregivers who saved dog's life
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 9 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
Three weeks after a Tremonton shooting that killed two officers on a domestic violence call, a police K-9 dog and her handler, who were both injured in the same incident, were reunited with the air flight and veterinary teams that saved the dog's life.
Hospital workers save new grandfather after collapse
Andrew Adams, KSL-TV | Posted Sept. 8 - 11:11 a.m. | Save Story
A Utah man was recovering Sunday after collapsing, and family members attributed his survival to his granddaughter's birth— which placed him just seconds from medical help.
Box Elder County deputy gives thanks to Perry school for support
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Sept. 4 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
Box Elder County sheriff's deputy Mike Allred gave back to those at Promontory School of Expeditionary Learning for their support on Thursday at a special breakfast honoring local first responders.
'Friend to all': Funeral honors life and legacy of fallen Utah police Sgt. Lee Sorensen
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Updated Aug. 29 - 12:41 p.m. | Save Story
Tremonton-Garland Police Sgt. Lee Daniels Sorensen was remembered as a loyal friend, a selfless leader and a man of the community during a funeral Friday in Logan.
Many Utah cities received a summer's worth of rain this week. Will it continue over the holiday?
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 28 - 9:07 p.m. | Save Story
This week's storms have delivered a summer's worth of rain in some communities in the state. Utah's forecast calls for a drier holiday weekend.
Slain officer Eric Estrada brought humor and heart to the badge, family says
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Updated Aug. 28 - 12:16 p.m. | Save Story
About 1,500 people gathered in Logan on Thursday to honor Tremonton-Garland police officer Eric Estrada, who was killed in the line of duty almost two weeks ago.
Utahns, law enforcement pay respects to slain officers at public viewing in Tremonton
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 27 - 6:18 p.m. | Save Story
Hundreds of Utahns and law enforcement officers from across the country showed up at a public viewing Wednesday to support the two officers who were killed last week in Box Elder County.
Ex-USU student sent to prison in fraud case tied to student club
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 25 - 6:02 p.m. | Save Story
A former Utah State University club president was sentenced last week to two years in prison for stealing almost $400,000 in a fraud scheme.
Teens hold lemonade stand fundraiser for fallen police officers
Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV | Posted Aug. 25 - 12:05 p.m. | Save Story
One week after two Tremonton police officers were shot and killed, two Box Elder High School students held a lemonade stand to raise money for the officers' families.
Young soccer players in Logan honor beloved coach, police officer Eric Estrada
Jodi Reynosa, KSL-TV | Posted Aug. 24 - 10:30 p.m. | Save Story
On the soccer field at River Heights Elementary School, the memory of fallen officer Eric Estrada lives on — in the hearts of the young girls he coached.
Fallen officers honored at Box Elder County rodeo
Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Posted Aug. 24 - 1:40 p.m. | Save Story
Amid the fun and festivities at the Golden Spikes Rodeo, the most powerful moment of the evening was a tribute to fallen officers who gave their lives in service.
Box Elder County Fair attendees remember fallen Tremonton officers, pledge $260K to families
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 23 - 10:49 p.m. | Save Story
Box Elder County Fair attendees remembered the two Tremonton officers killed in the line of duty and pledged around $260,000 to help their surviving families.
'I get to go home and they don't': Tremonton man shares harrowing experience in deadly shooting
Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV | Posted Aug. 23 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
For Randy Kidman, Sunday night started with what he thought were fireworks. Within minutes, he found himself in the middle of a deadly domestic violence incident that claimed the lives of two police officers — and nearly took his own.
Mental health support available as Box Elder County students return to school
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Aug. 23 - 1:56 p.m. | Save Story
The Box Elder School District is working to have counselors available as well as mental health resources for students, parents and staff as kids return to school next week.
Man accused of killing 2 police officers sobs during first court appearance
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 22 - 11:05 a.m. | Save Story
A Tremonton man charged with capital murder in the shooting deaths of two police officers was visibly sobbing throughout his initial appearance in court Friday.
1 dead in crash in Snowville between a motorcycle and semitruck
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 21 - 4:27 p.m. | Save Story
A 61-year-old Missouri man was died when a semi crashed into his motorcycle north of Snowville, Box Elder County, on Thursday.
Prosecutors to seek death penalty for man now charged with killing 2 Tremonton officers
Emily Ashcraft and Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Updated Aug. 21 - 8:28 a.m. | Save Story
Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against Ryan Michael Bate, the man accused of shooting and killing two Tremonton police officers.
Smithfield man charged with hitting, killing pedestrian in Logan
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 20 - 1:30 p.m. | Save Story
A Smithfield man has been charged with automobile homicide and accused of hitting and killing a pedestrian in a Logan parking lot while under the influence of alcohol.
'I'm broken.' Deputy injured in Tremonton shooting recovering, thankful for support
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 20 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
The Box Elder County sheriff's deputy injured in Sunday's shooting in Tremonton gave an update on his recovery on social media and thanked the community for its continued support.
