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Missing hiker found after surviving more than a month in Canada’s snowy wilderness
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Three arrested, suspected of refrigerator theft at SUU
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Seeing bright lights in the sky? It may be a Starlink satellite
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3 people wounded in Black Friday shooting at mall in Little Rock, Arkansas
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Police: Three people with gunshot wounds found in crashed car
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Man hit in West Valley City likely to lose both legs, police say
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Local News
Multiple human-caused avalanches reported on Thanksgiving
Utah Avalanche Center reported several human-caused avalanches on Thanksgiving.
Woman rescued from hike near Goblin Valley after breaking her leg on Thanksgiving
A woman was rescued on Thanksgiving after breaking her leg while hiking in Little Wild Horse Canyon near Goblin Valley.
Herriman native graduates top of US Navy recruit training class, earns Military Excellence Award
Seaman Keiana Yardley graduated as the top sailor from the Recruit Training Command, earning the Military Excellence Award on Nov. 14, 2024.
How a Bountiful family's striking 30-year Christmas tradition made it to 2024
Ryan Wheelwright's father began with an extravagant light display in the late eighties. Now, he and his family continue what he started with the same light display a few states away.
Search and rescue finds missing hiker in Adams Canyon
Search and rescue crews were looking for a missing hiker late Thursday night in Adams Canyon near Layton, the Davis County Sheriff's Office said.
Fire crews respond to Thanksgiving cooking fire in Hurricane
A fire in Hurricane started Thursday afternoon in an outside cooking area, Hurricane Valley Fire and Rescue said.
KSL Investigates
Get Gephardt: Licensing Department Con
If you need a license to do your job, beware. Scammers may be coming for you, according to an urgent warning from state regulators.
How long is too long to wait for a recall replacement?
One Utah woman has been waiting for a replacement ever since. Worried it may never come, it was time to Get Gephardt.
Utah youth firearm offenses double, but no one really knows where they’re getting the guns
Utah has seen a troubling rise in teens charged with firearm-related crimes, prompting calls for better data tracking and prevention efforts as experts explore how minors are obtaining guns.
As you shop during this season, watch out for the holiday scams
Black Friday is still a week away, but you cannot turn around without being smacked with another ad for Christmas gifts at big discounts. But experts say, more than ever, we need to be mindful of deception mixed among the deals. Scams often rise as scammers exploit the season's generosity, distractions, and online activity.
‘Something has to change’: Searching for solutions to Utah’s rise in student violence
Recent deaths of several teenagers sent the KSL Investigators searching for solutions to a rise in teen violence.
AI Revolution: How artificial intelligence could reshape public safety
Police are no strangers to using high tech tools. Now, artificial intelligence could be a game changer. The KSL Investigators look at the public safety impact of the AI revolution.
Politics
Musk joins Trump and family for Thanksgiving at Mar-a-Lago
Tesla CEO Elon Musk had a seat at the family table for Thanksgiving dinner at Mar-a-Lago, joining President-elect Donald Trump, Melania Trump and their 18-year-old son Barron, in the latest indicator of Trump’s growing bond with the world’s richest man.
Four Democratic lawmakers targeted with threats while home for Thanksgiving
At least four Democratic representatives from Connecticut said Thursday they were targeted with bomb threats while home celebrating Thanksgiving with their families.
Trump transition says Cabinet picks, appointees were targeted by bomb threats, swatting attacks
Several of President-elect Donald Trump 's Cabinet picks and appointees have been targeted by bomb threats and “swatting attacks," Trump's transition said.
Trump picks Jay Bhattacharya, who backed COVID herd immunity, to lead National Institutes of Health
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen health economist Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates, to lead the National Institutes of Health, the nation's leading medical research agency.
Trump team signs transition agreement with White House
President-elect Donald Trump’s team has signed an agreement with the White House unlocking key transition briefings and activities after a lengthy delay amid concerns, in part, over a mandatory ethics agreement.
Trump’s threat to impose tariffs could raise prices for consumers
If Trump makes good on his threat to slap 25% tariffs on everything imported from Mexico and Canada, the price increases that could follow will collide with his campaign promise to give American families a break from inflation.
National News
Pastor fights off Thanksgiving would-be burglar with jiu-jitsu training
When a would-be burglar broke in to a California church on Thanksgiving day, he encountered an unexpected obstacle: A pastor, trained in martial arts and determined to defend his house of worship.
College sports reform could advance in GOP-controlled Congress, with Sen. Ted Cruz as NCAA ally
The NCAA's yearslong efforts to get lawmakers to address myriad problems in college sports could finally pay off in the new, Republican-controlled Congress.
Musk joins Trump and family for Thanksgiving at Mar-a-Lago
Tesla CEO Elon Musk had a seat at the family table for Thanksgiving dinner at Mar-a-Lago, joining President-elect Donald Trump, Melania Trump and their 18-year-old son Barron, in the latest indicator of Trump’s growing bond with the world’s richest man.
Cucumbers recalled after illnesses from salmonella contamination
Cucumbers distributed to more than two dozen US states and Canada are being recalled after reported illnesses from salmonella contamination.
Putin threatens to strike Ukraine again with new missile after wave of attacks on energy
Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened to strike Ukraine again with a new nuclear-capable ballistic missile following Moscow’s latest widespread attack on critical energy infrastructure.
Four Democratic lawmakers targeted with threats while home for Thanksgiving
At least four Democratic representatives from Connecticut said Thursday they were targeted with bomb threats while home celebrating Thanksgiving with their families.
World News
UK lawmakers vote in support of assisted dying
British lawmakers have voted to allow assisted dying, a move set to make the UK one of a small handful of countries to allow terminally ill people to end their lives.
Putin threatens to strike Ukraine again with new missile after wave of attacks on energy
Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened to strike Ukraine again with a new nuclear-capable ballistic missile following Moscow’s latest widespread attack on critical energy infrastructure.
Discovery of fossilized footprints reveals the moment two ancient human species crossed paths
Two species of ancient human relatives crossed paths 1.5 million years ago. Fossilized footprints in Kenya captured the moment, according to a new study.
Customers at this Starbucks can sip coffee and observe a quiet North Korean village
Coffee drinkers can sip their beverages and view a quiet North Korean mountain village from a Starbucks shop at a South Korean border observatory.
Muddy footprints suggest 2 species of early humans were neighbors in Kenya 1.5 million years ago
Muddy footprints left on a Kenyan lakeside suggest two of our early human ancestors were nearby neighbors some 1.5 million years ago.
Israel launches airstrike on Lebanon since ceasefire after saying Hezbollah violated the truce
The Israeli military on Thursday said its warplanes fired on southern Lebanon after detecting Hezbollah activity at a rocket storage facility, the first Israeli airstrike a day after a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took hold.
Education and Schools
Granite School District rolls back decision to put mixed-gender bathrooms in new high schools
After receiving community feedback, the Granite School District has decided against mixed-gender use bathrooms in its two new high schools.
Employee data leaked in Granite School District security breach
Granite School District recently experienced a cyber security "incident" that compromised the "personal identifiable information" of employees.
Vandal causes over $5,000 in damage to Pleasant Creek School
Staff at a small school in Pleasant Creek are working together to clean up thousands of dollars in damage caused by a vandal.
Judge rejects request to sideline a San Jose State volleyball player
A judge has rejected a request to block a San Jose State women’s volleyball team member from playing in a conference tournament on claims that she’s transgender.
Utah youth firearm offenses double, but no one really knows where they’re getting the guns
Utah has seen a troubling rise in teens charged with firearm-related crimes, prompting calls for better data tracking and prevention efforts as experts explore how minors are obtaining guns.
‘Something has to change’: Searching for solutions to Utah’s rise in student violence
Recent deaths of several teenagers sent the KSL Investigators searching for solutions to a rise in teen violence.
Great Salt Lake
Federal funding to bring new stream gates to Great Salt Lake
Thirteen new stream gates will help researchers monitor water flow into Great Salt Lake. They will be funded by the Bureau of Reclamation.
Think Utah farmers should do without irrigation? Here’s what that looks like
Farm irrigation uses a lot of water across the West. In one Utah community, however, farmers already grow crops without any irrigation.
Great Salt Lake drops back down to 2021 levels
The Great Salt Lake has dropped to 2021 levels, triggering some concern among policymakers tasked with reversing its declines.
How unconventional crops could save water — and reshape Utah farming
Alfalfa dominates Utah farm fields. It also takes a lot of irrigation. So, some farmers and ranchers in Utah’s Colorado River Basin are experimenting with alternative crops that might help agriculture diversify and survive in a future with less water.
Great Salt Lake license plates could hit bumpers in the next couple of months
The design for the Great Salt Lake license plates just needs final approval and finishing touches before people start receiving their plates.
Utah teens lead 2034 Olympics-inspired protest supporting Great Salt Lake
Teen environmental advocates held a protest raising awareness for Great Salt Lake, saying a drying lake could impact the 2034 Olympics.
Science & Technology
Discovery of fossilized footprints reveals the moment two ancient human species crossed paths
Two species of ancient human relatives crossed paths 1.5 million years ago. Fossilized footprints in Kenya captured the moment, according to a new study.
Muddy footprints suggest 2 species of early humans were neighbors in Kenya 1.5 million years ago
Muddy footprints left on a Kenyan lakeside suggest two of our early human ancestors were nearby neighbors some 1.5 million years ago.
‘AI Jesus’ avatar tests man’s faith in machines and the divine
Would you trust an “AI Jesus” with your innermost thoughts and troubles?
Biden administration loan $6.6B to EV maker Rivian to build factory
Joe Biden’s administration announced that the U.S. Department of Energy will make a $6.6 billion loan to Rivian Automotive to build a factory in Georgia.
Employee data leaked in Granite School District security breach
Granite School District recently experienced a cyber security "incident" that compromised the "personal identifiable information" of employees.
Is Outlook down? Thousands of Microsoft 365 users report outage issues
Thousands of Microsoft 365 customers worldwide reported issues with Outlook, Teams and other services on Monday.
KSL Sports
No. 19 BYU vs. Houston: Game Day Preview Plus Score Prediction
For the last time in the 2024 regular season, it's a BYU football game day.
The Hat Trick: Crouse Ends Cold Streak, Utah Hockey Club Manages Critical Point Against Oilers
While Lawson Crouse finally managed to break his cold streak, and the second line stayed hot, the Utah Hockey Club will need to correct their recent second period woes to avoid dropping more points.
Utah Football Ends First Big 12 Season On High Note Against UCF Knights
Utah Football had its fair share of ups and downs in its inaugural Big 12 season but they ended the year on a high note against UCF.
Instant Takeaways: Special Defensive Effort Fuels Utah’s 28-14 Win Over UCF
The Utes end their losing streak and their season in the win column. It was a special defensive effort to get the win tonight over UCF.
Lawson Crouse Pulls UHC Even With The Edmonton Oilers
After taking a 2-0 lead in the first period, the Utah Hockey Club unraveled in the second, conceding three goals to the Edmonton Oilers to enter the third period down by a score of 3-2.
Utah TE Landen King Pulls Down Jump Ball Touchdown Against UCF
Early in the fourth quarter against the UCF Knights, Utah tight end Landen King showed off his hops on a tough touchdown grab.
Entertainment
'Moana 2' director drew inspiration from his ancestors for sequel
One of the 'Moana 2' directors, David Derrick Jr., is a Utahn and he says the journey in the movie is a nod to his ancestors.
It’s almost time for Spotify Wrapped. When can you expect your 2024 recap?
Spotify is gearing up to release its annual Spotify Wrapped, a personalized recap of its users' listening habits and year in audio.
Chuck Woolery, smooth-talking game show host of 'Wheel of Fortune,' and 'Scrabble,' dies at 83
Chuck Woolery, the affable, smooth-talking game show host of “Wheel of Fortune,” “Love Connection” and “Scrabble” who later became a right-wing podcaster, skewering liberals and accusing the government of lying about COVID-19, has died.
'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' make gravity-defying theater debuts
“Wicked” and “Gladiator II” have debuted in theaters with a combined $270 million in ticket sales.
A Scrooge legacy: Utah actors continue 'Christmas Carol' tradition, reprising fathers' roles
"A Christmas Carol" isn't just a part of Christmas for the Wilkins family, it's the foundation of the season.
Is ‘Glicked’ the new ‘Barbenheimer’? ‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ collide in theaters
Both films topped Fandango’s most anticipated holiday movie survey, where 65% of respondents said that they were interested in the “Glicked” double feature.
Health
After "miracle" revival, Salt Lake man meets group who saved his life
An emergency doctor and two nurses ended up in the right place at the right time in October, saving a Salt Lake man's life.
Domestic violence shelters, hotlines preparing to answer more calls during the holiday season
Utah crisis centers and shelters are preparing for an uptick in reports of domestic violence as the holidays approach.
Alcohol use increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. A new study shows that it’s still high
A surge of stress-related drinking and alcohol-related deaths brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic in the US has not tapered off the way Dr. Brian Lee, a transplant hepatologist at the University of Southern California’s Keck School of Medicine, had hoped.
Wellness farm in Bluffdale brings healing through animals, connection
This time of year can be lonely for a lot of folks, but a retreat and wellness farm in Bluffdale is helping people heal through a variety of ways — and today they celebrated a milestone.
Avian flu affecting Utah turkey facilities, UDAF confirms
Four new cases of avian flu outbreaks have been reported in Utah, affecting three Piute County turkey facilities, the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food said in a press release.
Boar’s Head listeria outbreak is over with 10 dead by tainted meat
A deadly outbreak of listeria food poisoning tied to a massive recall of popular Boar’s Head deli meats is over, federal health officials said Thursday.
Sponsored
Choosing the Right Computer: A Comprehensive Guide
With these tips, choosing the right computer that fits your needs and your budget will be easier than ever.
Celebrate Christkindlmarket at This Is The Place Heritage Park!
The Christkindlmarket is an annual holiday celebration influenced by German traditions and generous giving.
Brighten your mood this winter with these lighting tricks
Read our lighting tips on how to brighten your mood in the winter if you are experiencing seasonal affective disorder.
Appliance Man: A Trusted Name in Utah's Home Appliance Industry
Despite many recent closures of local appliance stores, Appliance Man remains Utah's trusted home appliance business and is here to stay.
Protecting yourself against social engineering attacks
Learn more about the common types of social engineering to protect your online or offline assets from an attack.
Discover the impact of lighting on your mood
From color temperature to lighting saturation, we tackle how different lighting design setups can impact your day-to-day mood.
General Conference
Latter-day Saints react after 17 new temples announced
It was a big finale to General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as President Russell M. Nelson announced 17 new temples.
Church announces 17 new temples, including one in central Utah
President Russell M. Nelson announced 17 new temples during the Sunday afternoon session of the 194th Semiannual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
WATCH: 'These United States: Stories that inspire and unite us'
In ‘These United States,’ we celebrate the remarkable strength of community and the transformative impact of collective action. Our nation, often divided, can find unity in these stories that reveal our shared humanity
Utah Mysteries
Miners? Outlaws? Locals say spirits linger in 'ghost town' of Eureka
It may not be a true ‘ghost town’ with nearly 700 living residents, but some of the townspeople say Eureka definitely IS a ghost town if you count the spirits that dwell there.
Halloween Handbook: Spooky events to hit in Utah this October
Unlike the "recently deceased," there is no handbook for those looking for spooky events to hit in the Beehive State. Until now.
Is Ogden's historic Browning Mansion home to more than just the living?
Jake Cox and Jackie Loveland moved into the historic John M. Browning Mansion, 505 27th Street, in March 2018 and have been the proud caretakers ever since.
Fact or Fiction? Exploring the haunts and history of Sugar House Park
The Sugar House Park was once something a little more ominous: the Utah Territorial Penitentiary, later known as the Sugar House Prison.
Haunted City: An anthology of KSL's ghost investigations
In our "Haunted City" series this year, we're taking a look back at all of KSL's previous reporting on ghost stories of Utah.
Fact or fiction? Exploring the rumored haunts of Old Mill
The looming multi-story stone structure slowly decaying into ruins near Big Cottonwood Canyon has long been the source of legends and folklore.
Utah's Flood Watch
Eastern Utah facing severe thunderstorm warnings, flash flood warnings issued
A flash flood warning was issued for southeastern Utah after a week of heavy flooding around the state.
Fountain Green receives donations, support to clean up from devastating flood
Leaders in Fountain Green are getting a clearer picture of the damage after a major weekend flood. The city received donations to help with damages.
Pleasant Grove beauty suites still recovering one week after flooding
One week later, multiple women-owned small businesses were still scrambling to make ends meet after flooding from a powerful thunderstorm washed out their basement studios.
After devastating floods, Red Cross will be surveying for damage
The American Red Cross of Utah announced Tuesday that it will be sending staff members to Fountain Green to conduct damage assessments.
Powerful rains, flooding return to Fountain Green for second-straight day
As the community scrambled Monday to fill sandbags and distribute them to already flood-weary neighborhoods, heavy rains returned for a second-straight day, producing additional flooding.
Community helps Eagle Mountain home after plea on Facebook
Members of the Eagle Mountain community came to help fellow residents on Sunday evening, after water began to flood a basement during a storm on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024.
Olympics
US skiing legend Lindsey Vonn to make surprise return after five-year retirement
Lindsey Vonn, one of the greatest skiers of all-time, is set to end her five-year retirement and return to the sport.
Skiers and snowboarders rejoice as Olympics head back to Utah
As we round the corner into colder days, skiers and snowboarders are rejoicing with a new season taking off.
Utah teens lead 2034 Olympics-inspired protest supporting Great Salt Lake
Teen environmental advocates held a protest raising awareness for Great Salt Lake, saying a drying lake could impact the 2034 Olympics.
Sandy enhancing facilities in preparation for 2034 Winter Olympics
Salt Lake City isn’t the only one leveraging the 2034 Winter Olympics to enhance its facilities.
World speedskating events set to be hosted in Utah cancelled
The Utah Olympic Oval will no longer host two international events because of an issue with safety equipment.
UTA's orange line could be operational in time for 2034 Winter Olympics. Here's its likely route
The future of light rail within Salt Lake City may soon include more service on 400 West and at the University of Utah, as state transit officials seek to expand access in Utah's growing capital.