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Sandy eyes forecast with runoff expected to increase
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Suspect in Utah cold case back in prison on unrelated parole violation
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New Hawaiian Airlines service to Utah officially takes off
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'Live Your Dash 5K and fun run' in memory of Dee Smith
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Granite School District holds reunification drill in case of emergency
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Breast MRI is helping detect cancer in high-risk patients
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Local News
Fake Botox is sending people to the hospital. Here's what you need to know
Millions of Americans get Botox every year, but as counterfeit versions are circulating, doctors are urging Utahns to be cautious
Missing Bountiful woman believed to be found dead after month long search
Police believe they found the remains of a missing Davis County woman who disappeared in April.
Scarlet’s journey: Unraveling the ribbons of genetic secrets
When Scarlet and her family participated in the 2022 Give-A-Thon, she was an active kindergartner with an undiagnosed genetic disorder that causes developmental delays and seizures.
New Bees Daybreak Ballpark is on schedule for 2025 season
The new Bees Daybreak stadium is moving along and should be ready for its 2025 opening day.
Chad Daybell’s defense prepares to make case to jurors
Prosecutors have rested their case in the Chad Daybell murder trial. They did so Thursday morning following weeks of testimony and dozens of witnesses.
Rangers want help identifying pair suspected of archeological theft in Canyonlands NP
Rangers are asking for the public's help identifying two visitors to Cave Springs who are suspected of archeological theft.
KSL Investigates
Food for thought: How understanding date labels can prevent food waste
The USDA estimates we toss out 30-40% of our food purchases, even though much of it is perfectly safe to eat. Decoding date labels could help you bust inflation.
Gephardt Busts Inflation: Will shopping specialty food markets save you money?
To save money on your groceries, a specialty food market might not come to mind. But KSL Consumer Investigator Matt Gephardt found branching out to specialty food markets might help you bust some grocery inflation.
KSL Investigates: Utah schools put AI safety technology to the test
From the Capitol to the classroom, Utahns see a need for enhanced school security. AI might be the solution.
Utahns are losing money and their personal info to celebrity imposter scams
A Utah man contacted the KSL Investigators to ask us to verify if he was messaging the real Gal Gadot of “Wonder Woman” fame through social media.
Law enforcement scams threatening jailtime if you don’t pay on the rise in Utah
Law enforcement scams, that threaten jail for citizens if they don’t pay immediately are on the rise in Utah
KSL Truth Test: AI bots, ballots and the best sources for reliable election information
How accurate is AI when it comes to helping you cast your vote in an election? The KSL Investigators put popular AI bots to the test.
Religion
Church announces groundbreaking date for Brazil temple for this summer
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the groundbreaking ceremony for the Ribeirão Prêto Brazil Temple on June 22.
The Church of Jesus Christ sends humanitarian aid to Brazil following major flooding
The Church of Jesus Christ is sending humanitarian aid to those affected by the recent flooding that devastated Brazil’s southern state of Rio Grande do Sul.
Church announces dedication and groundbreaking dates for temples in Brazil, Bolivia and Texas
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced a dedication date for a temple in Brazil and groundbreaking dates for temples in Bolivia and Texas.
TV series 'The Chosen' has returned to Utah to film fifth season
The popular TV series "The Chosen" is filming again in Utah.
United Methodists remove anti-gay language from their official teachings
The United Methodist Church overturned its 40-year ban on gay clergy Wednesday, marking a historic shift in the church’s stance on homosexuality.
Rabbis provide support for Jewish students in response to campus protests
Leaders in the Jewish community in Salt Lake are ramping up security at synagogues and responding to recent protests with more support for Jewish students.
Science & Technology
Mystery of warm-blooded dinosaurs could be unraveled by new study
Were dinosaurs warm-blooded like birds and mammals or cold-blooded like reptiles? It’s one of paleontology’s oldest questions. Here's what new research found.
Utah eclipse glasses program calls for volunteers after overwhelming donation response
A Provo eclipse glasses donation program is asking for help to sort through hundreds of thousands of glasses people have been sending in from all over the country.
Strong solar storm could disrupt communications and produce northern lights in US
An unusually strong solar storm headed toward Earth could produce northern lights in the U.S. and potentially disrupt power and communications this weekend.
KSL Investigates: Utah schools put AI safety technology to the test
From the Capitol to the classroom, Utahns see a need for enhanced school security. AI might be the solution.
TikTok sues US to block law that could ban the social media platform
TikTok and its Chinese parent company ByteDance are suing the U.S. federal government over a law that would ban the popular video-sharing app unless it’s sold to another company.
Man or bear? A viral question has spawned scary responses
Another day, another hypothetical scenario tearing people apart on social media. However, this cultural discourse has some sharp teeth.
National News
Missing Bountiful woman believed to be found dead after month long search
Police believe they found the remains of a missing Davis County woman who disappeared in April.
Teen died of heart attack after participating in a spicy tortilla chip challenge, autopsy says
An autopsy of a Massachusetts teen who died after participating in a spicy tortilla chip challenge says his death was caused by eating a large quantity of chile pepper extract.
Chad Daybell’s defense prepares to make case to jurors
Prosecutors have rested their case in the Chad Daybell murder trial. They did so Thursday morning following weeks of testimony and dozens of witnesses.
McDonald's plans $5 US meal deal next month to counter customer frustration over high prices
McDonald’s plans to introduce a $5 meal deal in the U.S. next month to counter slowing sales and customers’ frustration with high prices.
Justice Department formally moves to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug in historic shift
The Justice Department has formally moved to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, a historic shift in generations of U.S. drug policy.
1 person has died and another is hurt after a fiery tanker truck crash in Colorado
One person is dead and another has been hospitalized after a vehicle and a tanker truck crashed on Colorado’s main east-west highway.
Politics
Justice Department formally moves to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug in historic shift
The Justice Department has formally moved to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, a historic shift in generations of U.S. drug policy.
White House blocks release of Biden’s special counsel interview audio, says GOP is being political
The White House has blocked the release of audio from President Joe Biden’s interview with a special counsel about his handling of classified documents.
Utah’s primary debates begin June 10
The Utah Debate Commission will host its series of local and federal primary debates starting June 10 ahead of Utah’s primary election on June 25.
Trump and Biden plan to skip October presidential debate in Utah
A planned presidential debate in October at the University of Utah is in serious jeopardy of officially being called off.
Slovakia's populist prime minister shot multiple times in attempted assassination
Slovakia’s populist prime minister has been shot multiple times and gravely wounded after a political event.
Biden and Trump agree on debates on June 27 and in September, but details could be challenging
President Joe Biden says he won’t participate in the campaign debates sponsored by a nonpartisan commission, instead challenging Republican Donald Trump to a pair of debates.
Entertainment
‘Legally Blonde’ prequel series to follow Elle Woods navigating high school in the ’90s
A new Amazon series will explore the past of Elle Woods, played in the 'Legally Blonde' movies by Reese Witherspoon (center), who is shown in a scene from the first film.
‘The Golden Bachelorette’ would like to clarify a few things about aging
From life in “The Bachelor” mansion to debunking ageist tropes, here's what Golden Bachelorette Joan Vassos has to say.
SL County Mayor Wilson 'working diligently' to keep Abravanel Hall as is
Keeping Abravanel Hall intact as Salt Lake City undergoes a "reimagining" is important to county mayor Jenny Wilson.
Why Kilby Block Party is 'life changing' to music lovers in the Mountain West
Kilby Block Party concluded its fifth annual music festival, adding to its quick spike from a small festival to a highly anticipated one by surrounding states. Folks in the crowd give their two cents on why they were willing to pay hundreds for their spot.
Hollywood mentor and 'King of the Bs' Roger Corman, dies at 98
Roger Corman, Hollywood's "King of the Bs," has died. He was 98. Corman produced such low-budget classics and gave many of Hollywood's most famous actors and directors their first breaks.
Childish Gambino announces first tour in 5 years, returns to Utah after a decade
Childish Gambino has returned with a reimagined album and a new tour announcement with a Utah visit for 2024.
World News
Slovakia's populist prime minister shot multiple times in attempted assassination
Slovakia’s populist prime minister has been shot multiple times and gravely wounded after a political event.
A deadly heat wave worsened Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. It was fueled by climate change, new data shows
A deadly heat wave in Gaza in April, which saw punishing temperatures worsen an already dire humanitarian crisis, was made hotter and more likely by the human-caused climate crisis, according to an analysis published Tuesday.
Palestinian band escapes horrors of war but members' futures remain uncertain
They stroll Doha’s waterfront promenade and sing softly about children who are now free of pain. For the Palestinian group Sol Band, it seems surreal that weeks ago they were hiding from Israeli shelling.
Explosive wildfire threatens Canadian town, US gets season’s first dose of smoke
An out-of-control fire exhibiting “extreme fire behavior” is threatening to overrun a small Canadian community as the country’s wildfire season explodes to early life for the second consecutive year.
Ukraine warns northern front has ‘significantly worsened’ as Russia claims capture of several villages
Ukraine’s top general says the situation in the northern Kharkiv region has “significantly worsened” after Russia claimed to have captured four further villages.
Flooding forecast to worsen in Brazil's south, where many who remain are poor
More rain started coming down on Saturday in Brazil’s already flooded Rio Grande do Sul state, where many of those remaining are poor people with limited ability to move to less dangerous areas.
KSL Sports
EA Sports College Football 25 Comes Out On July 19 With Edwards, Ewers, Hunter On Cover
EA Sports revealed the release date for College Football 25 and a cover that features Donovan Edwards, Quinn Ewers, and Travis Hunter.
Donovan Mitchell Denies Frustration With Cavaliers Teammates
It's been a rough 24 hours for Donovan Mitchell and his Cleveland Cavaliers teammates after being eliminated from the playoffs.
Tony Finau Gets Out To Hot Start In Round One Of 2024 PGA Championship
Tony Finau came out of the gates hot at the 2024 PGA Championship and was tied for second place going into the second day.
Christian Coleman Likes To Slow Down, Enjoy Path To Olympics
American sprinter Christian Coleman is one of the fastest men on the planet but he likes to keep the speed on the track.
Best Trips To Double Dip On Utah Football, NFL Games
Utah football starts their inaugural season in the Big 12 which conveniently opens some doors to double dip on an NFL game as well.
Daniela Moroz Is Ready To Introduce World To Formula Kite Racing At Paris Olympics
Formula Kite Racing is coming to the Olympics in 2024 and USA's Daniela Moroz is ready to make a statement in Paris.
Olympics
Get In The Games: 'Breaking' Olympic sport has a home in Utah
Once called break dancing, "breaking" is now an Olympic sport, with a place to learn in Utah.
Torchbearers in Marseille kick off the Olympic flame's journey across France
Joyful crowds gathered along the streets of France’s southern port of Marseille on Thursday to see torchbearers carrying the Olympic flame through the city's most emblematic sites.
A ship carrying the Olympic torch arrives in Marseille amid fanfare and high security
Excitement is building in the southern French city of Marseille, where a majestic three-mast ship carrying the Olympic torch arrived from Greece.
French bakery in Utah ramping up for Paris 2024 Summer Olympics
The owner of Délice French Bakery and Café in Salt Lake City is preparing for the Olympics in his home country.
Utah teacher inspires students with her passion for the 2002 Winter Olympics
An Indian Hills Middle School teacher hopes her love for the Olympic Games will inspire her students to get excited about a possible 2034 return.
Despite weather glitch, the Paris Olympics flame is lit at the Greek cradle of ancient games
Even without the help of Apollo, the flame that is to burn at the Paris Olympics was kindled Tuesday at the site of the ancient games in southern Greece.
Great Salt Lake
Great Salt Lake's southern arm reaches 'significant' level as spring rise slows down
The Great Salt Lake's southern arm has reached a "significant" level before the lake's expected summer drop.
'It is very exciting': Pelicans return to Hat Island on the Great Salt Lake
There's something happening on a small island in the Great Salt Lake.. that hasn't happened since 1943.
Pelicans return to nest at Great Salt Lake island for 1st time in 81 years
About 1,300 American white pelicans were found nesting on Utah's Great Salt Lake's Hat Island during a survey that state wildlife biologists conducted last week.
As Great Salt Lake nears key level, Utah finds inspiration elsewhere to help lake's recovery
The Great Salt Lake's southern arm reached 4,195 feet elevation at times over the stormy weekend as it nears reaching that figure daily for the first time in five years.
'Sacrifices' will need to be made from Bear River water supply to help Great Salt Lake
With the Bear River serving so many different purposes in the state of Utah, agricultural producers are trying to make sure their uses for the river aren't forgotten as lawmakers discuss the preservation of the Great Salt Lake.
How much will the Great Salt Lake rise? State to offer a reward if you guess it correctly
Levels at the Great Salt Lake are higher now than at any point in the past five years, and those who are tasked with overseeing its level believe it will rise about another foot in the coming weeks.
Education and Schools
Family speaks out after boy with special needs left in school van
A family is speaking publicly after saying their little boy was forgotten and left alone inside a school transportation van, as they frantically tried to find him.
UPDATE: Utah teen who died of cancer will be honored at high school graduation, district announces
Samantha Corey family’s attempt to honor her at her high school’s graduation recently ran into an unintended snag.
Board votes to continue study of two-way split of Alpine School District
The board of education voted Tuesday to continue a study of a potential two-way split of the Alpine School District
Utah school districts working to prioritize what stays when COVID relief money runs dry
Utah's school districts are working to figure out how they will continue to pay for programs propped up by COVID-19 relief funds.
1,500 Georgia State University applicants got acceptance emails. It was a mistake
Congratulations seemed in order for roughly 1,500 undergraduate applicants to Georgia State University.
Lehi High School students band together to help injured teacher
On Monday, students at Lehi High School came together to help a teacher injured during class last Friday.
Utah's Flood Watch
'Things could change real quick for us:' Weber County avoids weekend flooding, officials on alert
Water levels in Weber County are high and officials are staying on alert. This past weekend, the sheriff's office warned people to avoid streams and rivers due to rising waters, but no flooding took place.
Weber County warned about potential flooding
Officials with the Ogden City Fire Department and Weber County Sheriff's Office are warning people to avoid streams and rivers in Weber County, as they are expected to run faster and fuller in correlation with spring's rising temperatures.
Large amounts of water sent to Great Salt Lake ahead of spring runoff
While Utah did not have a record water year this year, water managers say there is so much water that some is being sent into the Great Salt Lake.
'Keep away': Salt Lake City officials urge water safety amid spring runoff
Salt Lake City officials warn everyone of high waters near parks and trails as warm weather melts the mountain snow.
'The unknowns really revolve around the weather': Experts monitor spring runoff after above average winter
Now that it's spring following another above average snowpack, concerns over flooding in parts of the state are rising.
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.
Health
Fake Botox is sending people to the hospital. Here's what you need to know
Millions of Americans get Botox every year, but as counterfeit versions are circulating, doctors are urging Utahns to be cautious
Scarlet’s journey: Unraveling the ribbons of genetic secrets
When Scarlet and her family participated in the 2022 Give-A-Thon, she was an active kindergartner with an undiagnosed genetic disorder that causes developmental delays and seizures.
Your attention span is shrinking, studies say. Here’s how to stay focused
“In 2004, we measured the average attention on a screen to be 2½ minutes,” the researcher said. “Some years later, we found attention spans to be about 75 seconds. Now we find people can only pay attention to one screen for an average of 47 seconds.”
Utah man inspired others, now seeks support following cancer diagnosis
An Utah man known for inspiring others is in need of some encouragement. Chris Sullivan, known in his community as "the sign guy," has put a pause on running following a cancer diagnosis.
Just how bad are ultraprocessed foods? Here are 5 things to know
Before you reach for that can of soda, bag of chips or frozen dinner, why not learn more about what you’re eating?
Lehi High teacher hospitalized after unspecified 'accident' at school
A teacher at Lehi High School was seriously injured in an undisclosed accident at the school Friday.
Chad Daybell Trial
Chad Daybell’s defense prepares to make case to jurors
Prosecutors have rested their case in the Chad Daybell murder trial. They did so Thursday morning following weeks of testimony and dozens of witnesses.
Defense says no evidence Daybell killed Tylee and JJ; Judge finds indictment error
Chad Daybell's attorney, John Prior, asked for a "directed verdict" on the murder charges of Tylee Ryan and JJ Vallow, indicating that there was not enough evidence to show that Daybell was involved in their deaths.
Jailhouse phone call: Daybells thought there was a '3% chance there would be trouble'
A jailhouse phone call that Lori Vallow Daybell made to Chad Daybell "stuck out" to a Rexburg police detective.
Doctor testifies that Tammy Daybell's bruising was inflicted just before or after death
Dr. Lily Marsden and the former Utah chief medical examiner took the stand in the Chad Daybell trial on Tuesday.
Tylee's best friend, people who examined her body testify in Chad Daybell murder trial
Jurors in the Chad Daybell murder trial heard testimony Monday from victim Tylee Ryan's best friend and from investigators who testified about marks found on Tylee's bones.
Chad Daybell's family members describe his changing demeanor, end times fixation before wife's death
Jurors heard testimony from Tammy Daybell's relatives and the deputy coroner during Chad Daybell's trial on Friday.
General Conference
President Russell M. Nelson announces new temples to be built in Lehi and West Jordan
Residents of West Jordan and Lehi expressed shock and excitement after President Russell M. Nelson announced the new temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in their area.
15 new temples are announced during April 2024 General Conference
The locations of 15 new temples were announced during the 194th Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
WATCH: 'Temples Now Dot the Land'
Utah will soon have 28 operating temples. Some are still under construction, restoration or in the Open House period. A few have recently been dedicated. In this program we will focus on the 14 newest temples in Utah by telling the stories of the people connected to them. We will also provide an historic look […]
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