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The Iina Bihoo'aah Program in Montezuma Creek helps youth transition to young adults

The Iina Bihoo'aah Program in Montezuma Creek helps youth transition to young adults

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 10:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Iina Bihoo'aah program, which in Navajo means life learning, is helping youth of the Navajo Nation stay away from issues such as substance abuse and domestic violence.
Development in S. Utah desert reserve? Official shares plans if Northern Corridor is rejected

Development in S. Utah desert reserve? Official shares plans if Northern Corridor is rejected

Alysha Lundgren, St. George News  |  Posted Oct. 21 - 6:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

State officials are looking at plans for developing wilderness areas in southern Utah, with concerns if a proposed four-lane road is not approved.
Cases of prescription cough syrup seized in southern Utah tied to pharmacy burglary, police say

Cases of prescription cough syrup seized in southern Utah tied to pharmacy burglary, police say

Cody Blowers, St. George News  |  Posted Oct. 21 - 9:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

A traffic stop in the city of Washington ended in the arrest of a man and woman found to be suspects in a pharmacy burglary.
Brian Head Resort gets hit hard by first snow of the season

Brian Head Resort gets hit hard by first snow of the season

Alton Barnhart, KSL-TV  |  Posted Oct. 20 - 10:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Brian Head Resort experienced heavy snowfall Friday morning, leaving several inches and more snow this weekend.
One of the last Navajo Code Talkers from World War II dies at 107

One of the last Navajo Code Talkers from World War II dies at 107

Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 20 - 5:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

One of the last remaining Navajo Code Talkers who transmitted messages during World War II using the tribe's native language has died. John Kinsel Sr. was 107.
Residents face unique issues in rural, remote region near Grand Staircase-Escalante

Residents face unique issues in rural, remote region near Grand Staircase-Escalante

Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV  |  Posted Oct. 20 - 11:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

Garfield County is one of the most picturesque parts of Utah, but some residents have to take second jobs to keep up the economy and deal with the battle over federal lands.
2 arrested after fleeing from police at 189 mph, UHP says

2 arrested after fleeing from police at 189 mph, UHP says

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 18 - 9:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two men in a Dodge Charger were arrested Thursday night following a long chase in southern Utah during which troopers say the fleeing vehicle reached a speed of 189 mph.
'In limbo': Nonprofit plans legal action, pushes to protect this southern Utah bird

'In limbo': Nonprofit plans legal action, pushes to protect this southern Utah bird

Alysha Lundgren, St. George News  |  Posted Oct. 17 - 8:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

The pinyon jay, a talkative bird species native to the Southwest, including southern Utah, may be at risk of extinction.
Child reportedly injured by lawn mower at Cedar City day care

Child reportedly injured by lawn mower at Cedar City day care

Nick Fiala, St. George News  |  Posted Oct. 16 - 10:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

Cedar City first responders were alerted Tuesday morning that a young child lost multiple toes in what police described as a lawnmower accident at a day care center on 1550 North.
Residents weigh in on survey as severe traffic crashes continue to climb in Washington County

Residents weigh in on survey as severe traffic crashes continue to climb in Washington County

Stephanie DeGraw, St. George News  |  Posted Oct. 16 - 5:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

As more events and people flock to southern Utah, severe traffic crashes continue to climb in Washington County.
Semitruck driver suspected of stealing 150 gallons of fuel arrested in southern Utah

Semitruck driver suspected of stealing 150 gallons of fuel arrested in southern Utah

Cody Blowers, St. George News  |  Posted Oct. 16 - 7:19 a.m.  |  Save Story

A semitrailer driver accused of stealing more than 150 gallons of fuel was arrested in Beaver County over the weekend.
Despite semi vs. car crash at Bloomington roundabout, officials say traffic circles provide safer design

Despite semi vs. car crash at Bloomington roundabout, officials say traffic circles provide safer design

Cody Blowers, St. George News  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 11:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

A recent crash in the roundabout at the Interstate 15 exchange on southbound Brigham Road did more than clog traffic in the Bloomington area: It also prompted St. George News to explain the mystery of these circular intersections.
St. George woman faces federal charges accusing her of making child sex abuse material

St. George woman faces federal charges accusing her of making child sex abuse material

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 9:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

A St. George woman is facing federal charges accusing her of producing child sex abuse material three years ago with a man arrested earlier this year in Kansas in a kidnapping case.
Titanic: A Latter-day Saint midwife's journey into seafaring history

Titanic: A Latter-day Saint midwife's journey into seafaring history

David Louis, St. George News  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 8:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

Among the passengers on the ill-fated Titanic was Irene Colvin Corbett, a remarkable woman distinguished as the only known member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints aboard.
'They're building businesses': Business group rep, reports put focus on Latino economic might

'They're building businesses': Business group rep, reports put focus on Latino economic might

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 8:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Washington County business group leader sees growing entrepreneurial interest among Latinos, while two new reports highlight the economic might of the group.
Brandon Semenuk wins his 5th Red Bull Rampage on warm, windy day in Virgin

Brandon Semenuk wins his 5th Red Bull Rampage on warm, windy day in Virgin

Jeff Richards, St. George News  |  Posted Oct. 14 - 10:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Canadian rider Brandon Semenuk overcame an early crash to win his record-breaking fifth Red Bull Rampage on Saturday.
Immigration, abortion policies separate Rep. Celeste Maloy, challenger Nathaniel Woodward

Immigration, abortion policies separate Rep. Celeste Maloy, challenger Nathaniel Woodward

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Updated Oct. 14 - 9:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Rep. Celeste Maloy and Nathaniel Woodward sparred over their geographical ties to rural Utah, abortion and immigration during a civil debate at Utah Tech University Monday.
Colorado man sentenced to prison after shooting, killing Monticello man in property dispute

Colorado man sentenced to prison after shooting, killing Monticello man in property dispute

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 14 - 9:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Colorado man was sentenced to prison after admitting to recklessly causing the death of a man in Monticello.
New fires threatening homes in southeast Utah, Tooele County

New fires threatening homes in southeast Utah, Tooele County

Larry D. Curtis, KSL-TV  |  Updated Oct. 13 - 9:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new fire blazed up Sunday south of Monticello, less than a mile away from homes.