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MTV Movie & TV Awards ditches live event due to strike
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Suspect in Texas mall shooting identified as 33-year-old man
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One man injured during St. George SWAT incident
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Arab League readmits Syria after 11-year absence
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Two-alarm fire early Sunday damages three buildings in SLC
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‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ opens to $114 million
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Local News
Ironman athlete completes St. George race in honor of fallen Utah Marine
An Ironman athlete competes in different races across the county to honor fallen U.S. soldiers, and Saturday's St. George race has him honoring a fallen Utah Marine.
New Utah app allows people to report 'deadheads' in the outdoors
As people get out to look for any remaining antlers, Utah wildlife officials are offering a new app to report "deadheads."
Suspect in custody after making bomb threat towards Nephi hospital, police say
A person is in police custody after allegedly making a bomb threat towards Central Valley Medical Center in Nephi, Utah, on Saturday.
North Temple pet daycare vandalized, along with several cars
The Utah Dog Park Airport, along with six cars, was vandalized on North Temple Street Saturday morning.
SLC Fire: Keep pets, children away from high water runoff
The Salt Lake City Fire Department is urging residents to keep their animals on leashes around high water as well as watch for children getting too close.
Washington County clerk-auditor resigning due to move
Washington County clerk-auditor Susan Lewis announced that she will be resigning soon as she and her husband will be moving outside the county.
KSL Investigates
Are 'no trespassing' signs any more effective at stopping door-to-door salespeople than 'no soliciting' signs?
In Sandy, our investigation found, unlike many other cities, there is no specific code on the books that requires a salesman respect a no soliciting sign. But you know what is against the law in Sandy, and just about everywhere else? Trespassing.
Get Gephardt: Exception in federal law leaves patients still facing surprise medical bills for ambulance rides
The doctor said an infant struggling to breathe needed to go to the hospital in an ambulance. But now the family faces a surprise bill because the ambulance was out-of-network.
Gephardt Busts Inflation: Folks younger than 50 can join AARP and use its many discounts
A man in his 30s is saving money by taking advantage of discounts typically meant for older folks. KSL's Matt Gephardt shows how you can, too.
What are the rules & your rights when ‘No Soliciting’ signs don’t keep salespeople at bay?
While many Utahns put up signs to keep solicitors from knocking on their doors, a man in Sandy says the knocks keep coming. He decided to Get Gephardt, who explores what those signs really mean.
How you can lower your car insurance costs even as rates continue to climb
It would be a good time to double check with your insurance agent and make sure you are getting all the discounts available to you. Auto insurance rates are catching up with the costs of, well, everything that has gone up thanks to inflation.
The challenge of consent: Utah’s rape law & low prosecution rate
“Listen up,” Rayley Wadsworth pleaded with social media users in a video filmed inside a stationary car last month. “If you’re in Utah, or a woman in Utah, please listen for just a second.”
Utah's Flood Watch
SLC Fire: Keep pets, children away from high water runoff
The Salt Lake City Fire Department is urging residents to keep their animals on leashes around high water as well as watch for children getting too close.
Parts of the Jordan River Trail in Lehi eroding into the river
The winter season and spring runoff has been especially hard on some parts of the Jordan River Trail. In one section of the trail in Lehi, parts of the trail have fallen into the river.
Garden City needs volunteers to warn about rising floodwaters
City leaders near Bear Lake are calling on volunteers to keep an eye on rising floodwaters. They want them to sound the alarm before things get bad.
Utah governor calls for legislative special session to address flooding
Gov. Spencer Cox declared a special session for the Utah Legislature to address flooding, the reallocation of funds for flooding mitigation and to consider amendments for a firearm bill.
Hydrologist: We're only 1/3 of the way through snowmelt runoff marathon
SALT LAKE COUNTY, Utah — Flooding has caused problems for some Utahns for about a month, but northern Utah is not even halfway through the snowmelt runoff, according to a hydrologist with the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City. There’s still a lot of water that needs to come down from the high elevation […]
Officials keeping close eye on Weber River, Ogden River
The next 24 hours are crucial for homeowners along the Weber and Ogden rivers. Thankfully, there is someone to help.
Lori Vallow Daybell Trial
FBI details salacious texts between Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell
In the very beginning of its opening arguments, the prosecution in the Lori Vallow Daybell case said her trial for multiple murders was about "money, power and sex." Friday, with an former FBI special agent on the stand, that claim was enforced
Chad Daybell's murder trial could possibly start June 2024
A scheduling conference was held Thursday in Boise for Chad Daybell, who appeared virtually from a jail in Fremont County.
Lori Vallow Daybell shrugged after being handed legal docs about delivering up her kids
A number of witnesses took the stand during day 17 of testimony in the Lori Vallow Daybell trial, including a detective who conducted a search warrant on her rental car in Hawaii, as well as an Arizona officer who discussed the connection to an attempted shooting investigation and her children's whereabouts.
Judge rules jurors in Lori Daybell trial won't hear secret recordings of her and Chad Daybell
A judge in the Lori Vallow Daybell murder trial ruled Thursday that jurors will not be able to hear secret recordings of conversations between her, Chad Daybell and others.
Friend testifies Lori Vallow Daybell threatened to kill, cut up and bury her
A former friend, in bombshell testimony, said Lori Vallow Daybell threatened to kill, cut up and "bury me where no one would ever find me."
Chad Daybell introduced Lori to neighbors as future wife days after Tammy's death
BOISE, Idaho — In the fifth week of the Lori Vallow Daybell Trial, testimony centered around Tammy Daybell and her sudden death that was later deemed suspicious by investigators. Vallow Daybell is charged with seven felonies. She and her husband Chad Daybell are accused of murdering her two children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan. Vallow Daybell is also accused […]
National News
Mage wins star-crossed Kentucky Derby amid 7th death
Two more horses died in the hours before the 15-1 shot. Mage won the Kentucky Derby by a length.
Why is 'Saturday Night Live' not new tonight?
Due to the continued film and TV writers' strike, "Saturday Night Live" will not air a new episode on Saturday evening, as originally planned.
Chicago LGBTQ bars drop Anheuser-Busch products after distancing themselves from trans influencer
Anheuser-Busch InBev executives tried to distance themselves from the marketing campaign, and members of the LGBTQ+ community said they, too, are upset with the company.
Eight fatally shot at Dallas-area outlet mall, gunman dead
A gunman shot multiple people at an outlet mall in the Dallas suburb of Allen, Texas, on Saturday, killing an unknown number.
Texas panel says lawmaker should be expelled for misconduct
A Texas legislative committee recommended Saturday that GOP Rep. Bryan Slaton be expelled for inappropriate sexual conduct with a 19-year-old intern.
Some Pilot COVID-19 At Home Tests recalled by FDA over bacteria risk
SD Biosensor is recalling all impacted tests, which were distributed by Roche Diagnostics to various retailers to stop the spread of Covid-19 infections.
Great Salt Lake
Record snowpack likely adds 2 years to Great Salt Lake's long-term outlook, experts say
So how did this year's record snowpack and spring runoff impact the lake's future?
South end of Great Salt Lake up nearly 4 feet since berm raised in February
Most Utahns know the Great Salt Lake is in danger as the effects of the drought shrunk the lake and water levels reached a historic low in 2022.
Lake Powell could rise 50 to 90 feet over the next few months
Federal water managers say they believe Lake Powell will rise anywhere between 50 and 90 feet this spring and summer after the nation’s second-largest reservoir dropped to its all-time low again earlier this year.
Spring runoff water redirected to shrinking Great Salt Lake
To help regulate flooding concerns through the spring runoff season, water conservancy districts are coming together with a solution.
Rush of water to Great Salt Lake means boats can return to marina
Utah residents are celebrating as the Great Salt Lake Marina boat ramps reopened Tuesday due to water returning to the bay.
Water levels rising on Great Salt Lake after series of storms
The southern part of the Great Salt Lake is up now up 3 feet from its historic low last year.
KSL Sports
Bronny James Commits To USC, Will Play Pac-12 Teams In 2023-24 Season
Bronny James, son of four-time NBA MVP LeBron James, announced his commitment to the USC Trojans and the Pac-12 Conference on Saturday.
Edmonton Oilers Tie Series With Golden Knights After 5-1 Victory In Vegas
Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid each scored twice as Edmonton tied the series with a 5-1 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights.
Utah Warriors Fall To Top-Seeded San Diego Legion At Home
The Utah Warriors, 6-3, faced off against the San Diego Legion, 9-1, at home in Zions Bank Stadium on Saturday.
Real Salt Lake Gets Second-Straight Shutout In Draw Against Houston Dynamo FC
Real Salt Lake forced their second straight shutout against the Houston Dynamo FC in Shell Energy Stadium on Saturday.
Former Utah Ute Kyle Kuzma Breaks Ground On YMCA In Flint
Former Utah basketball star and current Washington Wizard Kyle Kuzma is helping build a YMCA in his hometown of Flint, Michigan.
Utah Athletics Graduates 109 Student-Athletes In 2023 Class
109 student-athletes earned their degree on May 4 after a week of celebrating high academic achievement across Utah Athletics.
Education & Schools
Kindergarten teacher gives tips on preparing your little one starting school in the fall
With summer just around the corner, parents may be wondering what activities they can do with their little ones to gear up for kindergarten in the fall.
Police: May 5 school threat believed to be hoax; several states report same hoax
Provo and Orem police say they have received numerous reports of "a threatened violent event at an unspecified school" and they believe it is a hoax. Several agencies in other states have reported receiving the same vague hoax threat, which has spread across social media.
Dr. Elizabeth Grant hired as new SLC School District Superintendent
The Salt Lake City School District unanimously voted to appoint Dr. Elizabeth Grant as the new superintendent Thursday night.
Student hospitalized in fight at Copper Hills High School
One student was transported to the hospital after a fight at Copper Hills High School Tuesday.
Mock crash at Juab High Makes impactful message about distracted driving
With school about to let out more students will be headed on the highway for some summer fun.
Fear Factory pays off lunch balances at 2 SLC schools
Fear Factory has paid off lunch balances at two Salt Lake City schools — Mountain View Elementary and Park View Elementary.
Entertainment
Why is 'Saturday Night Live' not new tonight?
Due to the continued film and TV writers' strike, "Saturday Night Live" will not air a new episode on Saturday evening, as originally planned.
Taylor Swift announces July release of 'Speak Now (Taylor's Version)'
Taylor Swift is releasing another new recording of an earlier album. "Speak Now (Taylor's Version)" will be out July 7, the megastar announced on Instagram.
Jury finds Ed Sheeran didn't copy Marvin Gaye classic
A jury concluded Thursday that British singer Ed Sheeran didn't steal key components of Marvin Gaye’s classic 1970s tune “Let’s Get It On” when he created his hit song “Thinking Out Loud.”
The Last of Us, Wii Sports entering Video Game Hall of Fame
The World Video Game Hall of Fame has announced its class of 2023.
This May the Fourth, Carrie Fisher gets Walk of Fame star
Carrie Fisher is receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a May the Fourth tribute to one of the “Star Wars” franchise’s most beloved characters.
Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya return in first official 'Dune: Part Two' trailer
The first official look at the long-awaited second installment of Dune debuted Wednesday.
World News
Charles III crowned in ancient rite at Westminster Abbey
King Charles III was crowned at Westminster Abbey, receiving the bejeweled St. Edward’s Crown in a ceremony built on ancient tradition at a time when the monarchy is striving to remain relevant in a fractured modern Britain.
8 fatally shot in Serbian town day after 9 killed at school
Serbian state television says at least eight people have been killed and 13 wounded in a drive-by shooting in a town close to Belgrade.
How (and when) to watch King Charles' coronation in the US
King Charles III’s coronation Saturday will mix of a thousand-year tradition with the streaming age.
Russia says it foiled an alleged drone attack on Kremlin
Russian authorities have accused Ukraine of attempting to attack the Kremlin with two drones overnight in an effort to assassinate President Vladimir Putin.
Seattle man dies while climbing Mount Everest
A retired Seattle doctor died while climbing Mount Everest on Monday, according to University of Washington officials.
Man arrested outside Buckingham Palace with suspected weapon
London police say a controlled explosion has been carried out as a precaution outside Buckingham Palace after a man was arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon.
Science & Technology
New Utah app allows people to report 'deadheads' in the outdoors
As people get out to look for any remaining antlers, Utah wildlife officials are offering a new app to report "deadheads."
4 dangers that most worry AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton
Geoffrey Hinton, a computer scientist known as the “godfather of artificial intelligence,” recently resigned his high-profile job at Google specifically to share his concerns that unchecked AI development could threaten humanity.
Google rolls out an alternative to the password
The days of having to think up new passwords that aren't "password123" may be coming to an end -- at least on your Google accounts.
Utah officials launch flood watch, resources website
Utah's Division of Emergency Management released its 2023 spring runoff and flooding website Monday.
China's Mars rover finds signs of recent water in sand dunes
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Water may be more widespread and recent on Mars than previously thought, based on observations of Martian sand dunes by China’s rover. The finding highlights new, potentially fertile areas in the warmer regions of Mars where conditions might be suitable for life to exist, though more study is needed. Friday’s […]
Snapchat's new AI chatbot is already raising alarms among teens, parents
Snapchat's new AI chatbot is facing backlash not only from parents but also from some Snapchat users who are bombarding the app with bad reviews in the app store and criticisms on social media.
Politics
Texas panel says lawmaker should be expelled for misconduct
A Texas legislative committee recommended Saturday that GOP Rep. Bryan Slaton be expelled for inappropriate sexual conduct with a 19-year-old intern.
Washington County clerk-auditor resigning due to move
Washington County clerk-auditor Susan Lewis announced that she will be resigning soon as she and her husband will be moving outside the county.
Ex-Proud Boys leader Tarrio guilty of Jan. 6 sedition plot
Former Proud Boys extremist group leader Enrique Tarrio convicted of seditious conspiracy for Jan. 6 Capitol attack.
Trade group files lawsuit against Utah over website age-verification law
A not-for-profit association is suing the state of Utah over an age-verification law that went into effect Wednesday.
Salt Lake City Council approves new process, regulations for homeless resource centers
The Salt Lake City Council voted Tuesday to approve a new process to establish homeless resource centers in the city, shifting from a conditional-use process and ending the mayor's temporary ban on new centers.
Salt Lake City mayor seeks record $444.5M budget. Here's what's inside the proposal
Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall is proposing a record $444.5 million budget for the upcoming 2024 fiscal year, which is mostly increasing because of inflation.
Health
Some Pilot COVID-19 At Home Tests recalled by FDA over bacteria risk
SD Biosensor is recalling all impacted tests, which were distributed by Roche Diagnostics to various retailers to stop the spread of Covid-19 infections.
CDC's Rochelle Walensky resigns, citing pandemic transition
Dr. Rochelle Walensky, the head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, submitted her resignation Friday, saying the waning of the COVID-19 pandemic was a good time to make a transition.
WHO downgrades COVID pandemic, says it's no longer emergency
The World Health Organization says that COVID-19 no longer qualifies as a global emergency.
Why asthma symptoms can increase in the spring
Spring is known for allergies, but it can also increase asthma symptoms.
Get Gephardt: Exception in federal law leaves patients still facing surprise medical bills for ambulance rides
The doctor said an infant struggling to breathe needed to go to the hospital in an ambulance. But now the family faces a surprise bill because the ambulance was out-of-network.
US approves 1st vaccine for RSV after decades of attempts
The U.S. has approved the first vaccine for RSV, shots to protect older adults.
Religion
Locations of new temples in Ghana, Norway announced; Canada temple to undergo renovations
The locations of two international temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have been announced. Church officials also said the Toronto Ontario Temple will be closing for renovations in the coming months.
Open house begins at Ohio temple; ground broken on first temple in Papua New Guinea
Following extensive renovations, the Columbus Ohio Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is back open to the public for a two-week open house. A groundbreaking ceremony was also held over the weekend for a new temple in Papua New Guinea, the country's first.
Parents ask for help finding missing kids they say are being hidden by followers of Warren Jeffs
A group of parents, who were once part of the FLDS community, gathered to ask for helping finding their missing children. They believe those children have been assisted in running away by those loyal to convicted felon, the jailed Warren Jeffs.
San Diego California Temple closing for renovations; open house set for new Japan temple
Open house and dedication dates for the Okinawa Japan Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have been released. Church officials also announced that the San Diego California Temple will be closing in a few months for extensive renovations.
Supreme Court to deliver answer in religious mailman's case
Now Groff's dispute with the Post Office has reached the U.S. Supreme Court, which will consider his case Tuesday. Lower courts have sided with the Post Office, which says Groff's demand for Sundays off meant extra work for other employees and caused tension.
New rabbi hopes to bring Utah County's Jewish community together
A Utah Rabbi is looking to continue his family's thirty-year tradition of bringing Utah's Jewish community together.
General Conference
WATCH: 'Inspirational Messages'
Short messages from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including President Russell M. Nelson, President M. Russell Ballard, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland and Michelle D. Craig.
WATCH: 'Jesus the Christ: The Mesa Easter Pageant'
“Jesus the Christ: The Mesa Easter Pageant” is a documentary that follows the annual Easter Pageant in Mesa, Arizona — a production that retells the story of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ through live performances, music, and special effects.
WATCH: 'Uvalde Angels'
On Tuesday, May 24, 2022, the unthinkable happened at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. A gunman rushed the school, killing 19 children and two teachers. That night, 1,300 miles away in Huntsville, Utah, 78-year-old JR Johansen was watching the news and saw the horrific story. He wondered what could be done for the grieving families.
WATCH: 'History of the Saints'
Many relevant and important details about Moroni appearing to the Prophet Joseph Smith in Sept. 1823 have come to light through the efforts of dedicated historians.
WATCH: 'Fill the Pot Ministry'
"Fill The Pot Ministry" is a powerful and inspiring film that shows the impact that one organization can have on the lives of many.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announces new leaders
Nine new leaders for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were announced in the Saturday afternoon session of General Conference.
Olympics
Why the IOC may have a 'hard time saying no' to Salt Lake City as it files Olympic bid
Fraser Bullock says the Salt Lake City-Utah Committee for the Games should have about 95% of its official proposal to host the 2030 Winter Olympics and Paralympics ready by the end of next month.
Fancy a dip? An Olympic reboot for Paris' toxic River Seine
A costly and complex clean-up is resuscitating the River Seine just in time for it to play a starring role in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Sunday Edition: Utah's Olympic Bid, Midterm Elections
This week on Sunday Edition Doug Wright looks at the latest developments for Utah's Olympic bid.
USA Climbing Camp for Paris 2024 begins in Salt Lake City
As the Summer 2024 Olympic Games draws closer, those athletes looking to participate begin their training.
Japan's paused Olympic bid will not affect Salt Lake's
Salt Lake City’s chief Olympic rival, Sapporo, Japan is taking a break in its bid for the 2030 Winter Olympics.
Fewer locations, besides Salt Lake City, want to host Winter Olympics
It’s becoming nearly impossible to find any place, outside of Salt Lake City, that truly wants to host these events.
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Top 7 Reasons to Add a Production Printer to Your Business
Learn about the different digital production printers and how they can help your company save time and money.
History of Lighting Design | Over 25 Years of Providing Utah With the Latest Trends and Styles
Read about the history of Lighting Design, a family-owned and operated business that paved the way for the lighting industry in Utah.
Why Every Business Needs a Structured Cabling System
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