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Brigham Young University School of Medicine earns national accreditation

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 14 - 9:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Brigham Young University School of Medicine has officially received its accreditation, BYU President Shane Reese announced Wednesday.

Prosecution labels Russell Brand a ruthless sexual predator at opening of his sex assault trial

Jill Lawless, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 14 - 9:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Russell Brand behaved as a "ruthless" sexual predator when he assaulted six women over the course of a decade, a prosecutor said Wednesday as she opened his trial.

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Inflation heats up in September; Fed rate hike this month back on table

Lucia Mutikani, Reuters  |  Updated Oct. 14 - 9:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

Consumer prices accelerated in September as the cost of gasoline surged, dealing another blow to President Donald Trump and the Republican Party ahead of midterm ​elections.

Individuals featured in 'Reckless Ben' Lego videos file lawsuit against American Fork officers

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 14 - 9:09 a.m.  |  Save Story

Four individuals claim their rights were violated by American Fork Police while they were aiding "Reckless Ben" in his investigation into Bricks and Minifigs in a federal lawsuit filed on Wednesday.

3 AI gadgets that can make daily tasks easier

VideoLauren Tippetts, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 14 - 8:48 a.m.  |  Save Story

For many people, artificial intelligence still feels a little abstract. We hear about it, talk about it and wonder where it's all headed. Sarah Kimmel of Family Tech Zone shared a few gadgets that are bringing artificial intelligence out of the headlines and into our homes.

Locals run 260 miles 'where the water was' to raise awareness for Great Salt Lake preservation

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 14 - 8:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

This week, ultra-runners and cyclists are circling the entire Great Salt Lake, about 260 miles in five days. The project is called Where the Water Was, and they hope to raise funds for organizations in support of preserving the lake.

Search for missing pup in Yellowstone is under pressure as winter nears

Mikella Schuettler, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 14 - 7:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

A small dog named Luna has been on the loose in Yellowstone National Park since September. Despite being spotted frequently, the Jack Russell terrier has evaded capture.

Utah woman crowned Ms. Veteran America 2026

Staff  |  Updated Oct. 14 - 7:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

Kimberly Chatto, a U.S. Air Force veteran from Utah, was crowned this year's Ms. Veterans America.

Iran-backed Houthis struck Saudi oil giant Aramco's executive offices, officials say

Samy Magdy and Cara Anna, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 14 - 6:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

Houthi rebels have struck the headquarters of Saudi oil giant Aramco, damaging offices of senior executives, according to two regional officials. There were no casualties.

Brandon Sanderson fans optimistic as author begins writing Evermore Park's next chapter

VideoShelby Lofton, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 14 - 6:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Author Brandon Sanderson's planned purchase of the Evermore Park property sparked excitement among fans, while longtime supporters of the attraction have mixed emotions.

Utah Mammoth 'need to be better' despite outlasting Toronto Maple Leafs in thriller

Cole Bagley, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 14 - 12:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Upon returning home from a lengthy eastern conference road trip, the Utah Mammoth remained red-hot as they outlasted the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Delta Center in thrilling fashion.

What to know about safe driving when rain, snow start falling in Utah

Staff  |  Posted Oct. 13 - 10:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

This week's rainstorms across northern Utah gave Utah Highway Patrol officials another opportunity to talk about best driving practices when the roads get slick.

Candidates discuss economy, AI and privacy in debate for Utah's 2nd District

VideoBridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 13 - 10:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Rep. Blake Moore, R-Utah, and Democrat Peter Crosby met in what was a fairly tame debate Tuesday evening in Logan as they campaign to represent Utah's 2nd Congressional District.

Witnesses: Before Big Cottonwood flooding Sunday, there was a rescue in the same area

VideoAndrew Adams, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 13 - 10:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Just hours prior to a debris blockage that caused a culvert to back up and overflow onto the road in Big Cottonwood Canyon, rescuers had to free a man from a boulder in the same area.

Chicago police say DNA ties a former detective to decades-old unsolved killing of 8-year-old girl

Cybele Mayes-osterman, Report for America, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 13 - 10:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Chicago police say DNA evidence ties one of their former homicide detectives to the decades-old murder of an 8-year-old girl who was abducted as she was walking to church more than 65 years ago.

Episcopal Diocese of Utah to hold annual convention at St. Mark's Cathedral

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 13 - 9:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Episcopal Diocese of Utah will be holding its annual convention on Friday and Saturday, allowing clergy and members from 22 different congregations in Utah to vote on church matters "from the pew."

Sinclair pipeline meeting leaves Salt Lake City with more questions than answers, chair says

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 13 - 9:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sparks flew at times as Salt Lake City leaders grilled HF Sinclair over a possible new pipeline that could cut through many parts of the city.

Utah woman says supplement advertised for $22 cost her nearly $200. Now she can't get a refund

VideoMatt Gephardt, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 13 - 9:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Murray woman says she was charged nearly $200 for a knee pain supplement advertised for just $22. Now, she says repeated promises of a refund have gone nowhere.

Police identify 5 dead in apparent Richmond carbon monoxide poisoning

Devin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 13 - 8:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cache County Sheriff's Office released the names of the five people who died from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in Richmond on Saturday.

Utah bookstore embraces all things spooky year-round

VideoAlexander Campbell, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 13 - 8:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tucked just off Main Street in Lehi, one independent bookstore is bringing spooky season to life all year long.

Man shot by Murray police dies

VideoPat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 13 - 8:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

An armed man possibly experiencing a mental health crisis has died after being shot by Murray police on Tuesday.

Drones hit ships in Black Sea, sinking 1 and prompting rescue operations, Bulgaria says

Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 13 - 8:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev says drones struck two ships in the Black Sea, sinking one and prompting emergency rescue operations.

Provo father accused of abusing teen daughter for not completing her squats

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 13 - 8:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah County man was charged with aggravated child abuse for allegedly hitting his daughter with a jump rope when she refused to finish her exercises.