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Motorcyclist crash closes road in Salt Lake City
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Man seriously burned, shocked by power line in Box Elder County
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Taufer Park set to be cleaned up, renovated after years of complaints
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4,000-year-old vial contains ancient red lipstick, archaeologists say
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Social media influencer is charged with joining the Jan. 6 attack on the US Capitol
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Detectives: Kouri Richins' mother had a romantic partner who also died of 'suspicious overdose' in 2006
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Local News
Ogden woman charged with making false reports about an active shooter
An Ogden woman is facing a felony charge accusing her of falsely reporting an active shooter at a South Jordan business, prompting a full police response.
Utah Supreme Court upholds prior ruling in first challenge of 2021 self-defense law
Utah's Supreme Court sided with a man who fired several shots after a bizarre vehicle crash in the first challenge of Utah's 2021 self-defense law.
Crafts retailer Joann files for bankruptcy as consumers cut back on pandemic-era hobbies
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, as consumers continue to cut back on discretionary spending and some pandemic-era hobbies.
Utah man sent to prison for firing gun at Amazon driver who honked at him
A Utah man was ordered Monday to spend between three and five years in prison for firing a gun toward an Amazon truck driver who honked at him and his brother in July.
Jonas Brothers to headline 2024 Stadium of Fire concert
You're going to want to "Remember This": The Freedom Festival announced Friday the headliner act for the 2024 Stadium of Fire concert will be the famous pop band the Jonas Brothers.
A cartoonist’s take on this country
A graphic novelist illustrated his and his wife's time living in America moving from big cities to the woods and their experiences growing up multicultural.
Politics
Supreme Court denies ex-Trump aide Peter Navarro's bid to stave off prison sentence
The Supreme Court has refused to halt a prison sentence for former Trump White House official Peter Navarro as he appeals his contempt of Congress conviction.
A Supreme Court ruling in a social media case could set standards for free speech in the digital age
The Supreme Court is taking up a dispute between Republican-led states and the Biden administration over how far the federal government can go to combat controversial social media posts on topics including COVID-19 and election security.
Fact check: Trump, telling a completely fictional story, falsely claims he released ‘the tape’ of his Zelensky call
Former President Donald Trump told an entirely fictional story on Saturday about how he had supposedly outwitted his Democratic opponents by releasing “the tape” of the 2019 phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that was a key factor in Trump’s first impeachment.
Schumer's rebuke of Netanyahu shows the long, fragile line the US and allies walk on interference
Republicans and Israeli officials were quick to express outrage after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer lashed out at Prime Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of the war in Gaza and called for Israel to hold new elections.
North Dakota voters will decide whether 81 is too old to serve in Congress
North Dakota voters will decide this June whether to prevent people from running for Congress if they're old enough to turn 81 during their House or Senate term.
Bernie Sanders wants the US to adopt a 32-hour workweek
The 40-hour workweek has been standard in the U.S. for more than eight decades. Now some members of Congress want to give hourly workers an extra day off.
KSL Investigates
Utah Supreme Court upholds prior ruling in first challenge of 2021 self-defense law
Utah's Supreme Court sided with a man who fired several shots after a bizarre vehicle crash in the first challenge of Utah's 2021 self-defense law.
Raw sewage floods basements, but who’s responsible for the damages?
A Farmington couple says their home got flooded with raw sewage after a nearby water park drained a pool into the sewer system. Now, they're stuck in a fight over who's -responsible for tens-of-thousands of dollars in damages, so they decided to Get Gephardt.
Rapist at the center of KSL Investigation 'Failure to Protect' pleads guilty
Guilty: An accused serial predator in Utah, who’s had more than a decade of allegations against him is now a convicted rapist following a KSL Investigation.
Utah based Elan Solar sued by state regulators
Lawsuit filed by the Utah Division of Consumer Protection against Utah based Elan Solar
Thieves fraudulently billing Medicare for catheters on behalf of Utahns
Medicare paid out thousands of dollars for a medical device on behalf of a Utahn that never ordered it, let alone received it.
Get Gephardt helps Utah couple stuck paying for car rental crash damage they didn’t cause
When a Sandy couple’s travel insurance refused to reimburse them for rental car damage caused by another driver due to a paperwork switch, they decided to Get Gephardt.
National News
Foundation cancels RBG award ceremony that would have honored Musk, Murdoch after family’s outcry
After Ruth Bader Ginsburg's son called the award a "desecration" of her memory by giving it to Must and Murdoch, the foundation that selected the two cancels the award ceremony.
Supreme Court denies ex-Trump aide Peter Navarro's bid to stave off prison sentence
The Supreme Court has refused to halt a prison sentence for former Trump White House official Peter Navarro as he appeals his contempt of Congress conviction.
How much are wind turbines dragging down home values? A new study has surprising answers
As wind energy expands in the United States, concerns have grown about the potential for tall turbines to be a drag on property values.
Suspect accused of killing Muslim men in Albuquerque found guilty of murder
A man who was accused of killing three Muslim men in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in 2022, sparking widespread fear in the Islamic community, was found guilty of murder on Monday.
Crafts retailer Joann files for bankruptcy as consumers cut back on pandemic-era hobbies
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, as consumers continue to cut back on discretionary spending and some pandemic-era hobbies.
Dozens of US citizens evacuate Haiti on first State Department charter flight
Dozens of US citizens have been evacuated from Haiti on a State Department charter flight, with more potentially on the horizon.
Entertainment
Jonas Brothers to headline 2024 Stadium of Fire concert
You're going to want to "Remember This": The Freedom Festival announced Friday the headliner act for the 2024 Stadium of Fire concert will be the famous pop band the Jonas Brothers.
‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ repeats at No. 1 on the box office charts
“ Kung Fu Panda 4 ” stayed at the top of the North American box office in its second weekend in theaters. The Universal and DreamWorks Animation movie earned $30 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Bad Bunny sues alleged bootlegger over videos posted to YouTube from Salt Lake City show
Bad Bunny's performance last month in Salt Lake City is now at the center of a federal court case.
Haitian man living in Utah describes violence impacting his friends, family
A Haitian cellist who plays for the Utah Symphony says gang violence has intensified in his home country, leading to neighborhood raids and limited food and water.
Actor Pierce Brosnan pleads guilty to walking in Yellowstone park thermal area, must pay $1,500
Pierce Brosnan, whose fictitious movie character James Bond has been in hot water plenty of times, pleaded guilty Thursday to stepping off a trail in a thermal area during a November visit to Yellowstone National Park.
Weber State researchers study impact of esports on physical, cognitive abilities
Weber State University has a new lab to used to study the impact of esports, physically and mentally.
World News
Iceland volcano erupts prompting evacuation of Blue Lagoon
Iceland’s world-famous Blue Lagoon and the nearby town of Grindavik were evacuated on Saturday following a volcanic eruption in the country’s Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland’s public broadcaster RÚV reported.
Russia opens criminal cases after protesters pour dye in ballot boxes, start fires with voting underway
Russia has filed at least 15 criminal cases after people poured dye in ballot boxes, started fires or lobbed Molotov cocktails as small acts of civil disobedience marred the presidential vote.
Wall Street Journal: Latam Air flight plunge might have been caused by a mistake in the cockpit
A terrifying plunge on a Latam Airlines Boeing 787 Dreamliner flight earlier this week might have been caused by a mistake made in the cockpit, and not any flaw in the Boeing jet, according to a report in The Wall Street Journal.
A Japanese court says denying same-sex marriage is unconstitutional
A Japanese high court has ruled that denying same-sex marriage is unconstitutional and called for urgent government action to address the lack of any law allowing for such unions.
Putin warns again that Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty is threatened
President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty or independence is threatened.
Utah woman dies in Canada after car accident while traveling to family funeral
A Syracuse family is mourning the loss of their daughter after a tragic accident in Canada involving deer on the road.
KSL Sports
Jazz Forward Taylor Hendricks Hits Threes, Dunks On Timberwolves
Taylor Hendricks connected on multiple shots from beyond the arc and threw down a big dunk during Utah’s game against the Timberwolves.
Artist Fabolous Attends Timberwolves-Jazz Game
Artist, rapper, and songwriter Fabolous attended the NBA game between the Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves.
Jazz Forward Lauri Markkanen Hits Early Three In Return Against Wolves
Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen made an immediate impact after missing six contests during Utah’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Utah Gymnastics Rock Solid In NQS As They Turn Attention To Pac-12 Championships
The Red Rocks sit at No. 5 in the country in the latest NQS rankings after posting a season high score to wrap up the regular season.
How To Watch Utah Men’s Basketball Vs. UC Irvine In NIT First Round
The Runnin' Utes are making their first postseason appearance since 2017 as a second seed in the NIT against UC Irvine.
Stevenson Sylvester Loves Versatility Of NFL Draft Prospect Jonah Elliss
KSL Sports Live analyst Stevenson Sylvester broke down the film of 2024 NFL Draft prospect and former Utah Utes defensive end Jonah Elliss.
Olympics
Salt Lake City prepares for Olympics Future Host Commission visit
As part of the final steps for Utah to secure the bid to host the 2034 games, a key group of Olympic officials will visit Salt Lake City next month.
Soldier Hollow hosts BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon
Biathletes across the globe are in Utah and are getting ready to compete in a world-class biathlon competition this weekend.
Details of Utah’s bid for the 2034 Olympics formally submitted by governor, mayor
In an instant, the key backers of Utah’s bid to host the 2034 Winter Games joined together to tap the submit button on a laptop in the ornate Gold Room of the state Capitol Thursday, sending thousands and thousands of pages of details about their hosting plans to the International Olympic Committee.
LeBron James still committed to Paris Olympics, but health remains the big key
LeBron James still wants to participate in the Paris Olympics this summer, but an ongoing treatment plan for his left ankle has questions of possibility looming.
6 Olympians celebrate 2 Utah runners, the first Americans to qualify for Paris Olympic Marathon
A group of some of the most accomplished people in the world came together, celebrating two Utahns who became the first Americans to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympic Marathon.
The Paris Olympics medals are made with pieces of the Eiffel Tower
PARIS (AP) — An Olympic medal inlaid with a piece of the Eiffel Tower. How’s that for a monumental prize? A hexagonal, polished chunk of iron taken from the iconic landmark is being embedded in each gold, silver and bronze medal that will be hung around athletes’ necks at the July 26-Aug. 11 Paris Games and Paralympics that […]
Great Salt Lake
Finding nematodes: New species in Great Salt Lake changes its known ecosystem
Utah researchers say finding a new species in the Great Salt Lake is "transformative," leading to new questions about the lake's ecosystem they hope to answer.
February snow totals guarantee above-normal snowpack, Great Salt Lake level increases
The above normal snowpack in February will add water to the Great Salt Lake.
Miller family to donate $2.2 million in water conservation efforts in Utah
This week, the Larry H. and Gail Miller Foundation announced a $2.2 million donation to water conservation efforts in Utah.
Utah Lake release sends 300 million gallons of water a day into the Great Salt Lake
The Utah Lake control gates in Saratoga Springs opened Thursday morning to release water into the Great Salt Lake.
Lakebed dust is a worry in Utah. For California’s Salton Sea, it’s a full-blown problem
Like the Great Salt Lake, there are toxins in the sediment of an exposed lake bed in California.
Dust from Great Salt Lake helps algal blooms thrive, study finds
A new study is putting a large part of the blame for algal blooms on blowing dust.
Education and Schools
UEA board votes unanimously to oppose ballot measure that would change education funding
The Utah Education Association Board of Directors voted unanimously to oppose a November ballot measure that would amend Utah's Constitution and change how education is funded.
Police: Online school shooting threat at Bingham High is not credible
An online threat of a school shooting circled in the South Jordan community on Wednesday. Police said the threat was not credible.
U of U holds first fully in-person Science and Engineering Fair since 2019
The University of Utah held its first Science and Engineering Fair fully in-person since 2019, and recently announced the winners.
Schools hope new Utah law will deter ‘swatting’ calls
Schools are reacting to a new law taking aim at people who falsely report school shootings.
Consulting firm seeks feedback at public meetings this week on potential Alpine School District split options
As the Alpine School District mulls a potential split that could create one or two additional districts, a district-hired consultant briefed the public on six different potential options.
NAACP urges student-athletes to reconsider Florida colleges after state eliminates DEI programs
The NAACP says Black student-athletes should reconsider attending public colleges and universities in Florida.
Science & Technology
Astronaut Thomas Stafford, commander of Apollo 10, has died at age 93
The NASA astronaut who commanded the dress rehearsal mission for the 1969 moon landing has died. Thomas Stafford died Monday in a Florida hospital.
Consider these high-tech gadgets when packing for spring break
Here are some high-tech devices you should consider packing for your spring break trip.
Las Vegas company introduces AI real estate agent to help families find homes
Across the nation, artificial intelligence is redefining the way companies operate and a Las Vegas real estate agency is hoping to be one of them.
Lyft, Uber threaten exit of Minneapolis after city council forces them to pay drivers more
Lyft and Uber say they will cease operations in Minneapolis after the city’s council voted Thursday to override a mayoral veto and require ride-hailing services to increase driver wages.
Weber State researchers study impact of esports on physical, cognitive abilities
Weber State University has a new lab to used to study the impact of esports, physically and mentally.
SpaceX loses mega rocket near completion of third test flight
SpaceX's mega rocket has flown higher and farther than ever before but the spacecraft was lost near the end of its hourlong trip.
Religion
'I stand in awe': Church leaders prepare to rededicate historic Manti Utah Temple
The historic Manti Utah Temple is just days away from opening to the public after a two-and-a-half-year renovation.
Meticulously restored Manti Utah Temple ready for public open house
The Manti Utah Temple, a jewel of Utah pioneer industry and art, now renovated and restored, is ready to host guests for an open house starting Thursday.
Utah agency calls for investigation into Salt Lake bar's 'No Zionists Allowed' policy
A local bar, Weathered Waves, A Six Sailor Cider Bar, posted a "No Zionists Allowed" policy and has since been under fire.
Church historian weighs in on historical acquisition of Kirtland Temple
Church historian Glenn Rawson weighed in on the acquisition of the Kirtland Temple historic sites, documents, and artifacts from the Community of Christ.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints acquires the Kirtland Temple
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced it purchased the Kirtland Temple and several other historic buildings and artifacts from the Community of Christ for an agreed-upon amount.
Church missionary dies from unknown medical condition
A missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has died, according to the church.
Utah's Flood Watch
Utah Lake release sends 300 million gallons of water a day into the Great Salt Lake
The Utah Lake control gates in Saratoga Springs opened Thursday morning to release water into the Great Salt Lake.
Tons of sediment cleared from Logan River to protect power generators
Tons of sediment is being pulled from the Logan River as part of a project to clean up power generators.
Eagle Mountain's project to reduce flooding threat
After an unseasonably rainy spring, certain neighborhoods in Eagle Mountain witnessed multiple floods.
How impactful have this year's monsoons been for Utah's water supply?
Utah's monsoon season is slowly winding down, but not before leaving an impact on Utah's reservoirs in various ways.
Flood watches, wind advisories issued as Hilary's remnants eke past Utah
Several flood and high wind advisories remain in effect throughout Utah most of Monday, and even into Tuesday, as the remnants of Hurricane Hilary move through parts of Utah.
Cedar City braces for more flash flooding
Preparations were underway Friday for flash flooding in parts of Southern Utah, as communities like Cedar City work to make sure they don’t get a repeat of what the storms brought Thursday.
Health
Weber State researchers study impact of esports on physical, cognitive abilities
Weber State University has a new lab to used to study the impact of esports, physically and mentally.
'Listen to your body': Transplant survivor shares story for World Kidney Day
A kidney transplant survivor is warning others about kidney disease, including on World Kidney Day.
Olivia Rodrigo hands out free emergency contraceptives at St. Louis concert
Olivia Rodrigo made free emergency contraception available to concertgoers during her “Guts” tour stop in Missouri on Tuesday as part of her ongoing Fund 4 Good initiative.
Salt Lake County Virtual Senior Centers provides a community for Utah's seniors
Most of us would love to forget everything that happened during the pandemic, but one thing has stayed. And it’s good for Utah’s seniors.
Four ways to figure out if you have a counterfeit car seat
There was no way Sydney Fryer was going to put her child in a counterfeit car seat.
Why do I wake up at 3 a.m. every night?
Now wide awake from a once peaceful slumber, you roll over to check the clock and find it’s 3 a.m. That’s the same time you woke up last night. And the night before.
Lori Vallow Daybell Trial
Idaho court denies motion from Chad Daybell's lawyer to leave case
An Idaho judge on Thursday ruled that John Prior, Chad Daybell's lawyer, will continue to represent Daybell in the case.
Chad Daybell's attorney files to withdraw from case due to lack of funds
The attorney representing Chad Daybell has filed to withdraw from the upcoming murder case Friday.
Murder victim Tylee Ryan's remains to be returned to family
The remains of teen murder victim Tylee Ryan will be released to her family, an Idaho judge ruled Thursday.
Idaho court denies Chad Daybell's motions to strike death penalty
An Idaho court has denied Chad Guy Daybell's motions to strike the death penalty in his murder trial scheduled for 2024.
Lori Vallow pleads not guilty to Arizona murder conspiracy charges
Lori Vallow Daybell pleaded not guilty to Arizona charges of conspiring to kill her estranged husband and her niece’s ex-husband.
Lori Vallow Daybell moved from Idaho prison to Arizona prison to face other charges
Convicted killer, Lori Vallow Daybell is no longer in the Pocatello Women's Correctional Center and now sits in an Arizona Jail.
General Conference
‘Everybody needed that news’: Maui members celebrate announcement of island’s first temple
It has been nearly two months since Hailey Chang’s hometown of Lahaina was destroyed by wildfires. Not a day goes by that she doesn’t think about what her community has lost.
20 new temples announced during October 2023 General Conference
The locations of 20 new temples were announced during the 193rd Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Joseph Smith: A Witness of Jesus Christ
This documentary reveals The Joseph Smith Papers, an unprecedented study of every historical document produced under the direction of Joseph Smith. With researchers working over the past 22 years, the project is finally complete and released in a multivolume set.
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Tips for Hassle-Free Computer Repairs
Experiencing a glitch in your computer can be frustrating, but with these tips you can have your computer repaired without the stress.
7 Reasons Why You Should Upgrade Your Laptop to Windows 11
Explore the benefits of upgrading to Windows 11 for a smoother, more secure, and feature-packed computing experience.
Create a Festive Home with Our Easy-to-Follow Holiday Prep Guide
Get ready for festive celebrations! Discover expert tips to prepare your home for the holidays, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for unforgettable moments.
9 Tips to Get More Power Out of Your Laptop Battery
Get more power out of your laptop battery and help it last longer by implementing some of these tips from our guide.
How to Stay Safe from Cybersecurity Threats
Read our tips for reading for how to respond to rising cybersecurity threats in 2023 and beyond to keep yourself and your company safe.