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Cedar High School May Ditch ‘Redmen’ Mascot

A committee of students, teachers and tribal members is recommending a southern Utah high school get rid of its "Redmen" mascot that is offensive to Native Americans and others.
5 years ago
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Associated Press

Audit Finds Utah Driver License Division Illegally Shares Data

The state is illegally sharing personal data from driver's licenses, a recent state audit says.
5 years ago
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Liesl Nielsen, KSL.com

Man Injured After Getting Arm Stuck In Machine At Salt Lake Bakery

A man suffered "significant injuries" after getting his arm got stuck in a machine at a Salt Lake City bakery Wednesday afternoon, officials said.
5 years ago
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By MATTHEW PERRONE , AP Health Writer

The Best Rx For Teens Addicted To Vaping? No One Knows

The nation's top health authorities agree: Teen vaping is an epidemic that now affects some 3.6 million underage users of Juul and other e-cigarettes.
5 years ago
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Andrew Adams, KSL TV

Somali Refugee Follows Unique Road To Becoming Utah Highway Patrol Trooper

His story spans continents and decades as a refugee from Somalia.
5 years ago
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Sam Penrod, KSL TV

Approaching Storms Raise Concerns For Flooding Below Burn Scars

It's no surprise in Elk Ridge and Woodland Hills that the fire danger is low today. But there is another danger from a scarred landscape, which has the threat of flash flooding or mudslides, just one heavy rainstorm away.
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Keira Farramond, KSL TV

Odd Document, Behavior At Son’s School Noted In Susan Powell Case

A surprising document from the Susan Powell case files has provided insights into the mind of Josh Powell after his wife went missing. It revealed one of several odd behaviors involving the elementary school where son Charlie attended. 
5 years ago
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Kate Valentine, KSL TV

Salt Lake City Airport Working To Ease Shutdown Burdens On Federal Workers

The airport has begun hosting free meals for the workers.
5 years ago
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Associated Press

Former USU Football Player Denies Rape Charges On Stand

A former Utah State University football player denied charges that he sexually assaulted six women while he was in college.
5 years ago
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Alex Cabrero, KSL TV

DWR Investigating Coyote Trap Set Near St. George Airport

Officials with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources are investigating after a coyote was found in a trap near the St. George Regional Airport. There was concern the trap may have been set too closely to a public area.
5 years ago
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Dennis Romboy, Deseret News & Ladd Egan, KSL TV

No Pay, No Washington Apartment For Utah Rep. Ben McAdams

Rep. Ben McAdams has spent his first few weeks in Washington, D.C., crashing with friends because he doesn't have a place to live. He's bouncing around because he gave up his salary during the federal government shutdown.
5 years ago
KSL reporter Jed Boal trains with first responders from the Unified Fire Authority at Blackridge Re...
Jed Boal, KSL TV

Unified Fire Authority Gives Keys To Safe Ice Rescues

First responders with the Unified Fire Authority today honed their skills on life-saving ice rescues on the ice of Blackridge Reservoir in Herriman.
5 years ago
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Caitlin Burchill, KSL TV

UDOT, UTA To Pilot ‘Driverless Shuttle’ Program Along Wasatch Front

Utah transportation experts continue to look for innovative ways to cut down on pollution and traffic. Their newest pilot project will surely make you do a double take: a driverless shuttle.
5 years ago
Zariah Donovan was born at 23 weeks and 6 days. She was given a slim chance of survival, and had op...
Heather Simonsen, KSL TV

Utah Toddler Returns Home After 3 Years, 4 Months In NICU

A family separated by miles and who have had years of close calls is safely back together after their youngest child was born premature, and with the worst complications possible.
5 years ago
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Associated Press

Small Plane Crashes In West Jordan; Pilot Uninjured

Authorities say a small plane crashed in West Jordan, but the pilot walked away with no injuries.
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Felicia Martinez, KSL TV

Boyfriend Booked For Murder After Woman Found Dead In Apartment

Police have identified the man they say killed his 26 year old girlfriend inside a South Salt Lake apartment.
5 years ago
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KSL TV

Hogle Zoo: Please Keep Items Away From Animals

After a male sea lion named Diego got sick, Hogle Zoo posted a reminder on their Facebook page - keep track of your belongings near animal enclosures.
5 years ago
The company's "We Believe" ad -- a one minute and 48 second spot posted to its social media account...
By Heather Kelly, CNN Business

Gillette’s New Ad Isn’t About Shaving, It’s About Men In the Age Of #MeToo

Gillette's newest advertisement isn't about shaving, or beards or personal hygiene.
5 years ago
PALM SPRINGS, CA - JANUARY 03:  Carol Channing attends the 26th Annual Palm Springs International F...
By MARK KENNEDY , AP Entertainment Writer

Broadway Legend Carol Channing Has Died At Age 97

Carol Channing, the lanky, ebullient musical comedy star who delighted American audiences over almost 5,000 performances as the scheming Dolly Levi in "Hello, Dolly" on Broadway and beyond, has died.
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Sam Penrod, KSL TV

Artist Honors Family of Fallen Provo Officer With Painting

For more than a decade, a Sanpete County artist has volunteered to memorialize fallen officers, firefighters and soldiers from across the United States.
5 years ago
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Carole Mikita, KSL TV

Church Hosts First Guests Inside New Rome Italy Temple

Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints traveled to Rome to host national and international media as some of the first visitors to the open house of the new Rome Italy temple.
5 years ago
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Mike Anderson, KSL TV

Woman Testifies Former USU Player Was ‘Gentlemanly’ On Tinder Date

Unlike his six accusers, a Boise woman said a former Utah State football player was gentlemanly to her as they met up after connecting on a popular dating app.
5 years ago
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Police: Gang Problem Growing, Members Getting Younger

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – How big is Utah’s gang problem? That’s the question, after Murray police said the lockdown and evacuation of Fashion Place Mall was due to a shooting involving rival gangs. “It’s like a rollercoaster. It’s up and it’s down. It’s popular and then it’s not,” said Lt. Mike Schoenfeld. “Right now it seems to […]
5 years ago
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Associated Press

Fashion Place Reopens, Shoppers Not Concerned About Safety

A Salt Lake City suburban mall where two people were wounded Sunday in a gang-related shooting has reopened and was busy Monday with shoppers who say they aren't concerned about their safety.
5 years ago

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