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2 wrong-way drivers cause chaos on I-15 in Salt Lake City
Garna Mejia, KSL-TV | Posted June 12 - 10:38 p.m. | Save Story
Two separate wrong-way drivers entered the freeway within minutes of each other in Salt Lake City on Sunday night.
Utah attorney general joins lawsuit objecting to 23andMe's potential data sale
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted June 12 - 9:06 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Attorney General Derek Brown has joined 27 other states in a lawsuit against genealogy company 23andMe and its recently proposed sale of customer data.
Scottish athletics, bagpipes, dancing on display at Utah Scottish Festival and Highland Games
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted June 12 - 4:33 p.m. | Save Story
Scottish athletics, bagpipes, dancing and more will be featured at the Utah Scottish Festival and Highland Games in Salt Lake City this weekend.
80% of the world is now within 1 stop of Salt Lake City thanks to its newest direct flight
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 12 - 3:05 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City now has nonstop service to Asia for the first time in over a decade, which is key for more than just international travel.
'Hymns — For Home and Church' now has 48 hymns with latest update
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted June 12 - 2:21 p.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released 11 songs for its new hymnbook on Thursday, including a translation of a Spanish hymn and a new melody for a familiar hymn.
West Valley mom charged with leaving infant son in hot car for 108 minutes
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted June 12 - 1:44 p.m. | Save Story
A West Valley woman is facing a criminal charge accusing her of leaving her 10-month-old son in a hot car for 108 minutes.
Studio owner says landlord's renovations is killing her business
Matt Gephardt, KSL-TV | Posted June 12 - 11:35 a.m. | Save Story
Studio owner Winter Hoins said her landlord refused to let her out of her lease after a renovation has caused her to lose business.
Sudden closure of 3 Utah day care centers leaves families in crisis
Garna Mejia, KSL-TV | Posted June 12 - 10:05 a.m. | Save Story
Three day care centers were abruptly shut down on Wednesday, leaving parents with many unanswered questions and even prepaid funds they don't know if they'll see again.
Officials: Raised medians have been significant in reducing crashes in Sandy
Andrew Adams, KSL-TV | Posted June 12 - 9:05 a.m. | Save Story
Sandy police say traffic accidents so far this year have decreased 21% compared to the 10-year average. The city is at an all-time low for crashes.
Take a tour inside downtown South Salt Lake's 'first major development'
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 12 - 8:03 a.m. | Save Story
A new, art-filled, eight-story apartment complex in the heart of South Salt Lake is open, signaling the start of new growth in the area.
Employee charged with sexually abusing 3 children at Murray day care
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted June 11 - 5:36 p.m. | Save Story
A Magna man who worked at a Murray day care center has been charged with sexually abusing three children at the center before he was fired.
Teen gunman in 2022 triple-homicide investigation moved to adult court
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted June 11 - 11:08 a.m. | Save Story
A boy who was 15 when he allegedly participated in a gang-related shooting in 2022, resulting in the deaths of three people, will face charges as an adult.
Man accused of trying to take officer's weapon at Salt Lake airport
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted June 11 - 10:20 a.m. | Save Story
A man is accused of taking a traveler's backpack and trying to take an officer's gun at the Salt Lake City International Airport.
Salt Lake City finalizes $2.2B budget with no new tax raises — for now
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 11 - 10:01 a.m. | Save Story
Utah's capital city has finalized a $2.2 billion budget, including a record $512 million in general fund spending without a property tax increase for now.
Find out how to protect yourself from scam text messages
Sloan Schrage, KSL-TV | Posted June 11 - 9:36 a.m. | Save Story
The Federal Trade Commission says text scams stole $470 billion from Americans last year. In 2023, that number was $372 million. "Nobody is immune," warned a senior vice-president at cybersecurity firm Aura.
Man charged with shooting at multiple people in Salt Lake City
Sicily Stanton for KSL.com | Updated June 10 - 9:44 p.m. | Save Story
A 29-year-old man was arrested for investigation of multiple felony charges after police say he opened fire during an argument, endangering six people.
Utah death-row inmate Ralph Menzies appeals decision that he's competent enough for execution
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted June 10 - 9:01 p.m. | Save Story
Attorneys for Ralph Menzies have appealed to the Utah Supreme Court a judge's decision that he is competent enough to be executed.
Salt Lake City leaders, Black community mark Juneteenth, raise controversial new city flag
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted June 10 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City officials and leaders from the Black community gathered to mark Juneteenth and to raise the city's controversial new Juneteenth-themed flag.
Gov. Spencer Cox said he supports deployment of National Guard over LA protests
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Updated June 10 - 5:34 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said he's "sympathetic" with President Donald Trump's decision to call in National Guard troops to quell unrest in Los Angeles, calling property damage done during weekend protests "unconscionable."
Utah doctors see promising results from new radiation therapy for brain tumors
Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV | Posted June 10 - 12:06 p.m. | Save Story
Doctors at Holy Cross Hospital Jordan Valley in West Jordan say a new brain tumor therapy is showing positive results.
Herriman man pleads guilty in 2020 shooting that killed 1, injured 2
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted June 10 - 7:40 a.m. | Save Story
Andrew Whatcott pleaded guilty to manslaughter, admitting he killed a 25-year-old man in a shooting at Tanner Park in 2020 when he was 17, as part of a plea deal. He says he thought he was acting in self-defense.
Wasatch Front water managers concerned by new usage trends
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 9 - 7:12 p.m. | Save Story
Utah water managers say they're concerned about new water trends that have emerged as the region's irrigation season has gotten off to a warmer and drier start.
Chick-fil-A begins test of spicy new item in Salt Lake City market
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 9 - 5:59 p.m. | Save Story
Chick-fil-A is once again turning to one of its busiest markets to test out an item that it could roll out nationwide in the future.
Post Malone, Kacey Musgraves and Noah Kahan to headline Salt Lake festival
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 9 - 10:00 a.m. | Save Story
Some big names in the world of country and Americana music, including perhaps Utah's most prominent resident, are slated to come to Utah for Redwest Music Festival's sophomore year.
Downtown protest held in response to escalating events in LA
Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV | Posted June 9 - 8:39 a.m. | Save Story
A group held a protest downtown in response to the escalating events in Los Angeles. They gathered in front of the Wallace F. Bennett Federal Building on State Street.
'Hard things lead to adaptation': Utah's colleges on what they'll cut, add following state pressure
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted June 9 - 7:55 a.m. | Save Story
Friday's Utah Board of Higher Education meeting offered glimpses into the future of the state's eight public colleges and universities after new legislation was passed this year.
'She's a fighter': Family of 4-year-old with rare disorder hopes her fight helps others
Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com | Posted June 8 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
Skylar Hubbard is battling ultra-rare beta-manosidosis, hoping to find a lasting cure. To do so, her family is working to raise money for research to find effective treatments for rare disorders.
He doesn't sell cars, he sells Porsches … and a lot of them
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted June 8 - 7:04 p.m. | Save Story
For going on 40 years, he has held court, the last 33 of them here on South State Street, a legend in his own time and of his own making, a Porche salesman nonpareil.
'This is about everybody': Love, support highlight annual Utah Pride Parade
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 8 - 4:09 p.m. | Save Story
Tens of thousands of spectators came to support and celebrate the LGBTQ community at the 35th annual Utah Pride Parade Sunday.
Salt Lake City Downtown Farmers Market kicks off summer season
Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV | Posted June 7 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
When the music starts, stands go up and crowds gather, people know the Salt Lake City Downtown Farmers Market is back, but one sweet treat is standing out this year.
'We're excited': Mexican soccer fans gather to cheer Mexican team, in Utah to play Switzerland
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted June 6 - 7:51 p.m. | Save Story
A contingent of Mexican soccer fans gathered outside Rice-Eccles Stadium to cheer the Mexican national team, a day ahead of its match in Utah with Switzerland.
Judge deems death-row inmate Ralph Menzies competent for execution despite dementia
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 6 - 7:10 p.m. | Save Story
A man convicted of abducting, robbing and killing a Salt Lake woman in 1988 is competent to be executed despite suffering from dementia, a judge ruled on Friday.
AstraZeneca sues Utah attorney general over new Utah drug price law
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted June 6 - 6:03 p.m. | Save Story
The pharmaceutical drug company AstraZeneca filed a lawsuit against the Utah attorney general claiming Utah's new law on limiting prescription drug prices goes against a federal program.
Will supporting athlete mental health be the legacy of Utah's 2034 Winter Games?
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted June 6 - 4:34 p.m. | Save Story
For Huntsman Family Foundation CEO David Huntsman, hosting the 2034 Winter Games in Utah is an opportunity to improve the support available to athletes for their mental health.
New Utah exhibit offers unique perspective on mammoth, other aspects of the ice age
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 6 - 3:03 p.m. | Save Story
Natural History Museum of Utah's newest temporary exhibit serendipitously offers a new lens on the state's newest mascot, and how ice changed Utah.
Sandy firefighters help homeowners to reduce wildland fire risk
Andrew Adams, KSL-TV | Posted June 6 - 9:34 a.m. | Save Story
Firefighters know wildfires can happen along the Wasatch Front at any time, and in recent weeks, they have been helping homeowners like Andy Young fortify their properties.
Lawmaker behind candidate ballot name bill to propose changes after woman's filing issue
Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV | Posted June 6 - 8:23 a.m. | Save Story
Officials have a different interpretation of a new state law, which has left one Utah candidate unable to run for office with her preferred name.
Inmate pleads guilty to trying to hire hitman to kill ex-girlfriend
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted June 6 - 7:23 a.m. | Save Story
A Salt Lake man pleaded guilty Thursday to trying to hire someone to murder his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend while he was still in jail serving a sentence for stalking the same woman.
Church of Jesus Christ helping women and children worldwide through innovative partnerships
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 10:36 p.m. | Save Story
Leaders from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and reps from humanitarian organizations shared how they're working together to improve the well-being of women and children.
This new Salt Lake City complex signals start of a district's major redevelopment
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
A new 220-unit affordable housing project in Salt Lake City has opened at the heart of a neighborhood about to change.
U. terminates Sigma Nu fraternity, citing 'egregious' hazing, policy violations
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
The University of Utah on Tuesday announced it has terminated Sigma Nu's fraternity chapter recognition, ending the fraternity's affiliation with the U. for "at least" six years.
Utah Asian Festival, showcasing the state's diverse Asian community, set for Saturday
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 4:03 p.m. | Save Story
The annual Utah Asian Festival, showcasing the state's diverse Asian community and now in its 48th year, is set for Saturday, June 7, in Salt Lake City.
200 inmates evacuated during fire at Salt Lake County Jail
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Updated June 5 - 3:35 p.m. | Save Story
Approximately 200 people were evacuated Thursday after a fire broke out in the air conditioning system at the Salt Lake County Jail.
Salt Lake City's growth has been mammoth. How long can that last?
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 1:27 p.m. | Save Story
Downtown experts say they're tracking many trends that could determine if Salt Lake City can continue its rapid growth.
City council candidate can't use her preferred name to run due to new state law
Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV | Posted June 5 - 8:44 a.m. | Save Story
A candidate for city council said she can't run for office using her preferred name because of a new election code.
Salt Lake City approves $200K loan to help 'legacy business' relocate in Sugar House
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 8:22 a.m. | Save Story
A Provo startup that has also become a Sugar House staple for nearly a decade is getting a boost from Salt Lake City as it relocates within the neighborhood.
What to expect as downtown Main Street goes carless every weekend this June
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 8:05 a.m. | Save Story
Main Street in downtown Salt Lake City will once again go carless this Friday, as the city brings its Open Streets back.
Gamers flock to Utah stores as Nintendo Switch 2 officially launches
Dan Rascon, KSL-TV | Posted June 5 - 7:20 a.m. | Save Story
The wait is finally over for gaming fans. As of 10 p.m. Wednesday, the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is officially on sale — and it's flying off the shelves.
Why this weekend's Sailfest could be a last hurrah for Great Salt Lake boaters — for now
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 6:14 a.m. | Save Story
Sailfest is a Great Salt Lake tradition, returning to the lake this weekend. But event organizers fear that this year's event could be the last for the foreseeable future.
16-year-old arrested, accused of shooting uncle in Riverton front yard
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted June 4 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
A 16-year-old boy was taken into custody Wednesday evening after police say he shot his uncle three times during an argument in Riverton.
Utah drug trafficking 'ringleader' sentenced to 22 years in federal prison
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted June 4 - 9:34 p.m. | Save Story
A drug trafficking "ringleader" and former federal fugitive from Magna was sentenced last month to 22 years in federal prison.
Utah attorneys sanctioned by appeals court for using AI to write legal brief
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted June 4 - 9:08 p.m. | Save Story
Two Utah attorneys were sanctioned after submitting a petition that cited imaginary and incorrectly applied cases — thanks to the alleged unchecked use of ChatGPT.
Texas man who sneaked onto Delta flight sentenced to 3 years of supervised release
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted June 4 - 4:01 p.m. | Save Story
A Texas man who admitted to sneaking onto a Delta Air Lines flight last year and hiding in the bathroom was sentenced to three years of supervised release for unlawfully boarding an aircraft.
'Antiques Roadshow' returns to Utah for unique finds
Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com | Posted June 4 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
The hit TV show "Antiques Roadshow" was filming in Salt Lake City Tuesday and will feature appraisals for more than 100 items owned by Utahns.
Utah mom survives devastating Vespa crash in Italy: 'It's just a miracle you can't make up'
Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV | Posted June 4 - 11:05 a.m. | Save Story
What began as a sentimental family vacation on Italy's Amalfi Coast turned into a nightmare for a young Utah mother — and a journey of faith, resilience and recovery.
University of Utah tennis player charged with sexually assaulting woman
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted June 4 - 9:37 a.m. | Save Story
A University of Utah tennis player is facing several first-degree felony charges accusing him of sexually assaulting a woman.
Judge orders Salt Lake prosecutors off case after reversing teen's manslaughter conviction
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted June 4 - 8:42 a.m. | Save Story
A juvenile court judge ruled the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office can no longer prosecute a murder case, based on a relationship between a prosecutor and detective.
Utah's quiet measles case: What happened and why officials stayed silent
Shara Park, KSL-TV | Posted June 3 - 9:40 p.m. | Save Story
Health officials in Utah opted not to notify the public about a measles case that entered the state last month, citing low risk and prior vaccination.
