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Ted Bundy now officially linked to 1974 murder of Utah teen
Pat Reavy, KSL | Updated April 1 - 12:27 p.m. | Save Story
The unsolved 1974 murder of Laura Ann Aime, long suspected of being one of Ted Bundy's victims, is now closed after Bundy was conclusively linked to the teen's death.
'Getting bigger and better': BYU sweeps student Emmy awards
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted April 1 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
BYU students cleaned up at the student Emmy awards, cementing the university's status as a national leader in animation, film and advertising.
Robinson claims courtroom cameras threaten his right to fair trial, unsealed motion says
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted April 1 - 11:00 a.m. | Save Story
Tyler Robinson's motion seeking to keep cameras and microphones out of his courtroom hearings is now public. He is charged with capital murder in Charlie Kirk's death.
Utah County Fire Department deploys fourth crew out of state this year
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted April 1 - 6:57 a.m. | Save Story
A fourth group of firefighters from Utah is in Nebraska helping crews battle ongoing wildfires — and Utah's fire season hasn't even started yet.
'A gathering space': Lehi preps for opening of new library, civic center
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted April 1 - 6:48 a.m. | Save Story
From bookworms to studious patrons to those just looking for a place to gather with the community, the new Lehi Library has something for everyone.
How one headline shaped the narrative in the Tyler Robinson case
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted March 31 - 8:38 p.m. | Save Story
After the Daily Mail said a recent filing against Tyler Robinson contained "bombshell" findings, firearm experts accused the choice of words as "completely and utterly misleading garbage."
'I was not in the right state of mind': Man convicted in fatal crash cites growth, seeks parole
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted March 31 - 6:02 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah prison inmate who admits he had an addiction problem when he hit and killed a man in 2021 in American Fork is seeking parole.
American Fork man sent to prison for murdering brother-in-law after judge hears telling jail call
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted March 31 - 5:01 p.m. | Save Story
Kevin Ellis, who was found guilty of murdering his brother-in-law, was given consecutive prison sentences after a judge heard a jail phone call and comments from the victim's family.
90-year-old woman dies in multi-car crash in Provo
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted March 31 - 3:34 p.m. | Save Story
Provo police are investigating a crash that killed a 90-year-old woman.
9-year-old dies in ATV crash in Utah County
Curtis Booker, KSL | Updated March 30 - 10:55 p.m. | Save Story
A 9-year-old boy died in an ATV accident Sunday, according to the Utah County Sheriff's Office.
Human remains found in Utah mountains bring up mixed emotions for families of missing people
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted March 30 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
The discovery of human remains in the mountains above Springville over the weekend is stirring a mix of hope and anxiety for families of missing people across Utah.
Tyler Robinson wants preliminary hearing pushed back, citing substantial evidence to review
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted March 30 - 12:10 p.m. | Save Story
Tyler Robinson and his defense team have filed a motion requesting that his preliminary hearing, scheduled in May, be continued or vacated. He is charged with capital murder.
Over a thousand people join Lindon Palm Sunday walk
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted March 29 - 7:20 p.m. | Save Story
Over a thousand people showed up to the short walk on Sunday, while singing hymns and waving palm fronds, that ended with a devotional near the Lindon Utah Temple.
Human remains found above Springville in Utah County
Payton Davis, KSL | Posted March 29 - 6:47 p.m. | Save Story
Human remains were discovered in the mountains above Springville Saturday night, police said.
3 Utah students chosen for honor ensembles in national music festival
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted March 29 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Three very talented Utah high school musicians get to show their talents at a national music festival.
How UVU and Loveland Living Planet Aquarium are partnering to boost oceanography in Utah
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted March 29 - 2:00 p.m. | Save Story
On Wednesday, Utah Valley University entered into a partnership with the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium to provide undergraduates with expanded learning and research opportunities.
'He's done it so many times'; Family remembers BASE jumper who died in Rock Canyon accident
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted March 28 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
The family of a man who died in a BASE jumping accident in Provo is remembering the skilled instructor and outdoor enthusiast, who they believe lived without regret.
Billionaire buys Payson movie theater with mission to uplift
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted March 28 - 10:41 a.m. | Save Story
A longtime movie theater in Utah County is getting a remake with a new look and a new focus for the types of movies it puts on the screen.
