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US sends 20 deportees to Liberia, part of 1,200 migrants the country will receive under new deal

Mark Mengonfia, Associated Press  |  Updated Aug. 20 - 12:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

The United States sent 20 deportees to Liberia, who arrived on Thursday as part of 1,200 migrants that the African country will receive under a new deal.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox becomes a grandfather

Daniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 12:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gov. Spencer Cox's first grandchild was born on Wednesday, the governor confirmed during his monthly news conference.

Trump warns of economic consequences for any country that supports Iran

Kanishka Singh and Jana Choukeir, Reuters  |  Updated Aug. 20 - 11:43 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump warned of economic consequences for any country that provided "any type of lifeline to Iran" as the United States looks to resolve a war it ​began nearly six months ago.

Babylon Fire closure area reopened after burning for nearly 2 months

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 20 - 11:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Manti-La Sal National Forest announced that all lands within the Monticello Ranger District are now open to the public and the Babylon Fire is now 100% contained after the fire began June 25.

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Is It better to leave your thermostat at one temperature all day?

Gillette Services  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

In most cases, adjusting your thermostat when you're away can save energy and money without sacrificing comfort.

Taylorsville man accused of holding woman hostage for 3 days, faces 20 charges

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 11:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Taylorsville man who allegedly held a woman against her will for three days and abused her has been charged with 19 felonies and a misdemeanor.

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Loudest voices online hated Sen. Curtis' immigrant plan. Here's what Utah's GOP voters think

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News   |  Updated Aug. 20 - 11:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Sen. John Curtis faced angry online immigration hawks earlier this month when he announced legislation to create a state-led migrant visa program. A recent poll shows what voters think.

Still recovering from Hurricane Lala, Hawaii prepares for a possible weekend cyclone

Jennifer Sinco Kelleher and Holly Ramer, Associated Press  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 11:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Communities in Hawaii, especially those on the Big Island still picking up the pieces after Hurricane Lala last weekend, could get pounded again in the coming days.

Diamond Gems: BYU's Miller Park offers some of baseball's best views

Brian Preece, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 10:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

One of college baseball's most stunning settings sits at the base of the Wasatch Mountains on BYU's campus.

$238M upgrade of 5600 South, I-15 interchange in Roy nearly done, other projects continue

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 10:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

The $238 million upgrade of 5600 South and the I-15 interchange in Roy, spurred by growth, is largely complete, though other major road projects in the area continue.

Watch live: Gov. Spencer Cox holds monthly news conference

VideoDaniel Woodruff and Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 9:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

Gov. Spencer Cox will take questions from reporters during his monthly news conference Thursday morning.

Pulitzers and American Library Association launch 'Pulitzer on the Road' touring exhibit

Hillel Italie, Associated Press  |  Updated Aug. 20 - 9:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

Barbara Kingsolver, Percival Everett and Daniel Kraus will be among the authors and other Pulitzer Prize-winning artists and journalists participating in a 20-city touring exhibition.

Utah State Hospital needs 'significant' increase in beds, lawmakers told

VideoDaniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 20 - 9:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

The hospital in Provo currently has 378 beds, but hospital leaders said they need many more, starting in 2028.

Morgan Scalley's alumni plan aims to make Utah football family last beyond the final snap

Steve Bartle, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 8:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

Morgan Scalley wants former players to occupy a larger and more active role within Utah football. One of his early moves as head coach was hiring former Ute Bo Nagahi as director of alumni relations.

Netflix sued by band Demon Hunter over 'KPop Demon Hunters'

Blake Brittain, Reuters  |  Updated Aug. 20 - 8:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

Christian metal band Demon Hunter has sued Netflix and concert promoter AEG Presents in California ​federal court, alleging "KPop Demon Hunters" infringes its trademarks.

Utah has 'major gaps' in regulating noise, temperature from new data centers, agency head says

VideoBridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 8:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

An agency leader said there are "major gaps" in Utah's regulation of data center development, particularly when it comes to the impacts new projects will have on local temperatures and noise.

Proposed Sugar House business district receives pushback from businesses

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 7:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

A proposed special assessment for improvements within the business district has created mixed feelings among business owners.

Twin brothers identified in Kearns funeral shooting

VideoGarna Mejia, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 20 - 7:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

The two victims shot outside a funeral in Kearns on Monday were identified as 18-year-old twin brothers.

Sen. Curtis talks public transit expansion ahead of temple open house and Olympics

Emily Walker, Deseret News  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 6:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

As Utah prepares to host millions of visitors for the Salt Lake Temple open house and the 2034 Winter Olympics, its railways are undergoing a major change.

Logan man swims length of Bear Lake, prepares to cross English Channel

VideoMike Anderson, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 20 - 6:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

In just over 11 hours, Brayden Jarrett swam the length of Bear Lake Saturday, spanning nearly 20 miles. That milestone helps him prepare for his next goal: to cross the English Channel next June.

Real Salt Lake's winless skid in MLS play stretched to 6 in 4-3 loss to FC Dallas

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 19 - 11:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

For a moment, Real Salt Lake seemed on the verge of pulling off a stunner: overturning a two-goal deficit in a win over the first time in over a year.

BYU football practice observations: Transfers continue to impress

Mitch Harper, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 19 - 11:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

BYU football continues the countdown to the 2026 season with fall camp practice.

Teen dies after falling around 100 feet while hiking Devils Castle Trail

Devin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 19 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 16-year-old boy died after likely falling over 100 feet while hiking near Alta on Wednesday.