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Sandy cat encounters raccoon trying to eat its food
A raccoon tried to steal some cat food from a Sandy resident and their cat Monday night.
CDC warns of multi-state E. coli outbreak tied to walnuts
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a warning Tuesday about a multi-state E .coli outbreak connected to walnuts.
Utahns are 'fed up and priced out,' new Utah survey finds
The study conducted by the Utah Foundation reveals that housing affordability and politicians ignoring voters are the top two concerns among Utahns.
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.
Duck and run! Local first-responders rescue fowl as spring blooms
Local first-responders urge residents to contact emergency services if they notice ducks in need of a rescue this spring.
Growing wildfire risk leaves states grappling with how to keep property insurers from fleeing
Months after a catastrophic fire burned more than 2,200 homes in Hawaii, some property owners are getting more bad news — their property insurance won't be renewed because their insurance company has deemed the risk too high.
KSL Investigates
Can you save money by shipping your luggage instead of checking it?
KSL’s inflation buster Matt Gephardt tests whether shipping your luggage to your destination ahead of your trip can save you time and money.
How to spot costly subscription creep and stop it
Subscriptions to streaming services and other apps can start draining the wallet, if you aren't paying attention to price increases.
Simple ways to fight back against rising insurance costs
It’s one of the most painful parts of inflation right now – rising insurance costs.
Businesses are passing their credit card fees onto customers, what can you do?
You’ve likely noticed a growing number of businesses that have gone completely cashless. When it comes time to pay, it’ll involve a tap, swipe or maybe a click on an app. It's a phenomenon that is contributing to the price we pay for goods and services.
Thieves are going after your frequent flier mileage: how you can safeguard those miles and points
Summer travel is about to take flight. That means a whole lot of points and miles being used and earned, and cybercriminals know it.
Thieves stealing airline travel credits: How you can protect them
If someone steals your credit card or hacks into your bank account, federal law says you should get most of your money back. But what protections do you have when someone steals your airline travel credits?
Religion
President Oaks dedicates the Urdaneta Philippines Temple
President Dallin H. Oaks, First Counselor in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, dedicated the Urdaneta Philippines Temple on Sunday.
Three temple locations, including West Jordan and Lehi, announced
Today, the locations for three temples — two in Utah, West Jordan and Lehi, and one in Florida — were announced.
President Nelson rededicates the Manti Utah Temple
President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints rededicated the Manti Utah Temple on Sunday evening.
Demolition work begins at Provo Temple ahead of eventual reconstruction
Demolition work has begun on the Provo Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ahead of its eventual reconstruction.
Important dates announced for temples in Argentina, Ohio and Pennsylvania
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Monday groundbreaking, open house and dedication dates for temples in Argentina, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
A first look: Layton Utah Temple to open for public tours
The Layton Utah Temple is open to the public for tours until Saturday June 1, 2024.
Science & Technology
Panel: Mammograms should start at 40 to address rising breast cancer rates at younger ages
Regular mammograms to screen for breast cancer should start younger — at age 40. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force announced the updated guidance Tuesday.
Eight U.S. newspapers sue ChatGPT-maker OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement
A group of eight U.S. newspapers is suing ChatGPT-maker OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging that the technology companies have been “purloining millions” of copyrighted news articles without permission or payment to train their artificial intelligence chatbots.
Tractor-trailers with no one aboard? The future is near for self-driving trucks on US roads
Late this year, Aurora Innovation Inc. plans to start hauling freight on Interstate 45 between the Dallas and Houston areas with 20 driverless trucks.
AI-enhanced camera technology helps solve murder
Kansas City, KS-MO Blue Springs Police used an innovative AI-driven camera to help solve a double homicide.
NASA looking to researchers at Utah State University to problem-solve farming on Mars
A group of researchers at Utah State University have been experimenting with farming methods to help NASA learn how to survive on Mars.
Athletic director used AI to frame principal with racist remarks in fake audio clip, police say
Authorities in Maryland say a high school athletic director used artificial intelligence to impersonate a principal on an audio recording containing racist and antisemitic remarks and quickly spread on social media.
National News
What marijuana reclassification means for the United States
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is moving toward reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug. The Justice Department proposal would recognize the medical uses of cannabis, but wouldn't legalize it for recreational use.
CDC warns of multi-state E. coli outbreak tied to walnuts
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a warning Tuesday about a multi-state E .coli outbreak connected to walnuts.
Growing wildfire risk leaves states grappling with how to keep property insurers from fleeing
Months after a catastrophic fire burned more than 2,200 homes in Hawaii, some property owners are getting more bad news — their property insurance won't be renewed because their insurance company has deemed the risk too high.
Panel: Mammograms should start at 40 to address rising breast cancer rates at younger ages
Regular mammograms to screen for breast cancer should start younger — at age 40. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force announced the updated guidance Tuesday.
Supreme Court leaves in place a Texas law requiring pornographic websites to verify users' ages
The Supreme Court has refused to block a Texas law requiring pornographic websites to verify the age of their users.
Lawmakers and advocates make last-ditch push to extend affordable internet subsidy
Millions of families will face bigger internet bills starting in May because a federal broadband subsidy program is set to expire.
Politics
What marijuana reclassification means for the United States
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is moving toward reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug. The Justice Department proposal would recognize the medical uses of cannabis, but wouldn't legalize it for recreational use.
Utahns are 'fed up and priced out,' new Utah survey finds
The study conducted by the Utah Foundation reveals that housing affordability and politicians ignoring voters are the top two concerns among Utahns.
Lawmakers and advocates make last-ditch push to extend affordable internet subsidy
Millions of families will face bigger internet bills starting in May because a federal broadband subsidy program is set to expire.
Democrats say they will save Speaker Mike Johnson's job if Republicans try to oust him
House Democrats will vote to save Speaker Mike Johnson’s job should some Republican lawmakers seek to remove him from the position.
Senate passes $95 billion package for aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan after months of delay
The Senate on Tuesday passed a long-delayed $95 billion package with wide bipartisan support after both sides of Capitol Hill have struggled for months to send aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan.
Independent advisor recommends that GOP lieutenant governor candidate is ineligible to run
An independent advisor for Utah's 2024 gubernatorial race advises declining the candidacy of a lieutenant governor candidate due to their resident status.
Entertainment
Team of researchers seeking footage of Led Zeppelin's last SLC performance in 1973
A team of researchers in the UK and the U.S. are calling on Salt Lakers to help them locate any photographs that could exist from Led Zeppelin's last show played in the city in 1973.
Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' hits No. 1, experiences largest streaming week ever
Taylor Swift continues to dominate in the week following the release of her 11th album, “The Tortured Poets Department.” The 31-track album has hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, tying Swift with Jay-Z for second-most No. 1 albums at 14. Only The Beatles, with 19 No. 1 albums, have had more.
Zendaya tennis movie ‘Challengers’ scores at weekend box office
The sexy tennis drama “ Challengers ” won the box office this weekend with $15 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.
California Disney characters are unionizing decades after Florida peers. Hollywood plays a role
During three years of working as a parade performer at the Disneyland Resort in Southern California, Zach Elefante always has had a second or third job to help him earn a living.
Lindon woman's dream of having her music on the radio comes true
With weeks left to live after an electrical accident, a Lindon woman’s dream of her music airing on the radio is becoming a reality.
Judge declines to dismiss lawsuits filed against rapper Travis Scott over concert that killed 10
A judge has declined to dismiss hundreds of lawsuits filed against rap star Travis Scott over his role in the deadly 2021 Astroworld festival in which 10 people were killed in a crowd surge.
World News
Britain's King Charles III will resume public duties next week after cancer treatment, palace says
The 75-year-old monarch will resume some public duties next week following a three-month break to focus on his treatment and recuperation after he was diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer, Buckingham Palace said Friday.
American-Israeli hostage appears in Hamas video for first time
Hamas on Saturday published a video of two hostages, American-Israeli Keith Siegel and Israeli Omri Miran.
Hamas official says group would lay down its arms if an independent Palestinian state is established
A top Hamas political official told The Associated Press the Islamic militant group is willing to agree to a truce of five years or more with Israel with certain conditions.
Protests as Venice begins charging entry fee for day-trippers
Anybody visiting Venice as a tourist for the day – except those who live in the local Veneto region – must pay the $5.40 charge if they arrive between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Ukraine tightens pressure on military age men abroad as part of wider mobilization rules overhaul
Ukraine is tightening pressure on men of call-up age living abroad by temporarily suspending consular services, amid a wider overhaul of the country’s mobilization rules aimed at beefing up its defenses against Russia’s invasion.
Autism program at Utah State University is helping kids across the world
An overseas supermodel turned philanthropist is getting help from Utah State University to teach children with autism.
KSL Sports
New York Jets Invite Former Cougar, Aggie Linebacker AJ Vongphachanh To Mini-Camp
Former BYU linebacker AJ Vongphachanh will have a chance to prove himself at the NFL level after signing a deal with the New York Jets.
Utah State Basketball Bolsters Guardline With Second In-State WAC Transfer
USU attacked the transfer portal and added another prize when former Southern Utah freshman Braden Housley committed to becoming an Aggie.
Sophomore Forward Tucker Anderson Commits To Utah State Men’s Basketball
Former McDonald's All-American nominee Tucker Anderson will be taking his basketball talents to Utah State University for 2024-25.
BYU QB Ryder Burton Enters NCAA Transfer Portal
Former Springville High star Ryder Burton is leaving BYU.
Utah Jazz Mailbag: Can Jazz Raid Disappointing Playoff Teams?
Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag where every week our NBA insiders answer your questions on social media about your favorite team.
Utah Baseball Senior Kai Roberts Feeling At Home Leading First-Place Utes
Kai Roberts has been phenomenal, leading the Utah baseball program on a magical run in its final season as a member of the Pac-12.
Olympics
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.
An Olympic legacy brings year-round sporting events to Utah
Utah has capitalized on the Olympic spotlight and demonstrated its ability as a world-class host for winter and summer sporting events. The sports world appears to have taken notice.
Utah’s bid for the 2034 Winter Games is on track after an IOC visit. What’s next?
The advice from a member of the International Olympic Committee delegation in Utah this week to inspect venues for a 2034 Winter Games sounded contradictory at first: Don’t be in a rush to put plans in place, but don’t wait to take advantage of the opportunity.
IOC wraps up visit to Utah’s proposed 2034 Olympic venues
A pair of short track speedskating coaches at the Utah Olympic Oval in Kearns were eagerly waiting Friday for the arrival of the International Olympic Committee delegation in Utah visiting venues for a 2034 Winter Games, so they could catch up with a former teammate from China, who’s now an IOC member.
Great Salt Lake
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.
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.
Firefighters burn invasive phragmites in Ogden Bay
Crews started to burn 2,000 acres of invasive phragmites in the Ogden Bay Wildlife Management Area Friday.
How a productive March changed Great Salt Lake's spring outlook
The Great Salt Lake was already expected to receive a strong boost from this year's snowpack, but projected inflows are now expected to be a bit larger after a productive round of March storms.
Education and Schools
4 U of U students, 1 employee arrested during pro-Palestinian protest
Nineteen people were arrested during Monday night's pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Utah, with four being students of the school and one being a school employee.
Alpine School District to consider two split options
Alpine School Board members Tuesday narrowed down the likely options for a school district split to put to a ballot vote in November.
Four students at Roy High School taken into custody after allegedly brandishing handgun
Four students were taken into custody after police said they flashed gang signs and brandished a loaded gun.
Protesters take over Columbia University building in escalation of Israel-Hamas war demonstrations
Dozens of protesters took over a building at Columbia University in New York early Tuesday, barricading the entrances and unfurling a Palestinian flag out of a window in the latest escalation of demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war that have spread to college campuses nationwide.
College protests over war in Gaza reach Utah; 19 arrested
About 300 students and community members picketed outside the University of Utah administration building Monday, adding their voices to a national wave of student activism against the war in Gaza.
Columbia student protesters are demanding divestment. Here’s what the university has divested from in the past
One of the core demands over the past week by the pro-Palestinian student groups at Columbia University has been for the school to withdraw investment funds from what they describe as companies profiting from Israel’s military action in Gaza.
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
Panel: Mammograms should start at 40 to address rising breast cancer rates at younger ages
Regular mammograms to screen for breast cancer should start younger — at age 40. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force announced the updated guidance Tuesday.
US drug control agency will move to reclassify marijuana in a historic shift, AP sources say
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will move to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, The Associated Press has learned.
USDA says it is testing beef for H5N1 bird flu virus
Food safety officials say they are testing beef, including ground beef from grocery stores, for the presence of the H5N1 bird flu virus that’s spreading in dairy cattle.
CDC says it's identified 1st documented cases of HIV transmitted through cosmetic needles
Three women who were diagnosed with HIV after getting “vampire facial” procedures at an unlicensed New Mexico medical spa are believed to be the first documented cases of people contracting the virus through a cosmetic procedure using needles, federal health officials said.
Positively 50+: 'Meals on Wheels' volunteer delivers more than just meals
One volunteer who is always on the go delivers more than just meals to those who need to stay home.
17 states, including Utah, challenge federal rules entitling workers to accommodations for abortion
Seventeen states are challenging new federal rules entitling workers to time off and other accommodations for abortions.
Chad Daybell Trial
FBI agent uses phone data to show where Chad Daybell was when JJ and Tylee disappeared
BOISE, Idaho — An FBI agent who specializes in analyzing cellphone records testified Monday in the Chad Daybell murder trial about phone locations that helped in his investigation. Nickolas Ballance said after the bodies of 7-year-old Joshua “JJ” Vallow and his sister 16-year-old Tylee Ryan were located in Chad Daybell’s backyard, he analyzed devices that […]
'Something wasn't sitting well': Funeral director expressed concerns about Tammy Daybell's death
Family friends testified in Chad Daybell's murder trial Friday about comments he made in the days after his wife died — a death that seemed very sudden.
Evidence shows Tammy Daybell read email from Charles Vallow before his death
Testimony on Thursday focused on Tammy Daybell's final days and experiences before her death in the murder trial of Chad Daybell.
Coroner describes changing Tammy Daybell's cause of death to homicide
The Fremont County coroner described responding to Tammy Daybell's death, and why the autopsy results changed her mind about the cause of death.
Tammy Daybell's voice heard in court following emotional testimony
During the ninth day of Chad Daybell's murder trial, Tammy Daybell's voice was heard in the courtroom in a phone call with a dispatcher.
Who is Brandon Boudreaux?
Brandon Boudreaux is the ex-husband of Lori Vallow Daybell's niece. Vallow Daybell is accused of conspiring to murder him in October 2019.
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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