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How the Constitution can heal our political divide

Justin Collings, Deseret News  |  Posted July 4 - 11:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

As civic knowledge declines and polarization deepens, one law professor makes the case for restoring unity through the Constitution.

Ace Bailey already feeling 'the love' from Jazz fans ahead of summer league debut

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted July 4 - 11:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

Jazz fans have already given Ace Bailey a hero's welcome. He should expect more of that love on Saturday when he makes his Jazz debut at the Salt Lake City Summer League at the Huntsman Center.

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Murray man acted in imperfect self-defense when he stabbed woman to death, jury says

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Updated July 4 - 10:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

Izaak Vijil was convicted of a lesser manslaughter charge for stabbing a woman to death after jurors concluded he mistakenly believed he was legally justified and was acting in self-defense.

Joey 'Jaws' Chestnut hopes for a comeback victory in hot dog eating contest

Associated Press  |  Updated July 4 - 10:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest is back, and famed competitive eater Joey "Jaws" Chestnut is hoping for a comeback 17th win on Friday.

Mountain lion sightings put Mapleton neighborhood on high alert

Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV  |  Posted July 4 - 10:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

A quiet Mapleton neighborhood is on edge after multiple mountain lion sightings, including one involving a mother and cub spotted just feet from a family home.

Man in critical condition after early morning shooting in Salt Lake City

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted July 4 - 9:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

Officers are investigating a shooting in downtown Salt Lake City that put one man in critical condition. Police said the suspect fled the scene, but there is no public risk.

'One spark away from chaos': Utah firefighters urge fireworks safety amid dry conditions

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted July 4 - 8:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah fire officials are once again urging people to celebrate the Fourth of July responsibly, especially this year, as much of the state faces increased wildfire danger.

What's open and closed on July Fourth

Associated Press  |  Posted July 4 - 7:59 a.m.  |  Save Story

Warehouse membership club Costco is closed on July Fourth. Most other major national retailers will be open.

Trump, Putin reiterate positions on Ukraine war in phone call, Kremlin aide says

Dmitry Antonov, Gram Slattery and Dan Peleschuk, Reuters  |  Updated July 3 - 11:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump pushed for a quick halt to the Ukraine war in a Thursday phone call with Vladimir Putin, while a Kremlin aide said the Russian president reiterated that Moscow would keep pushing to solve the conflict's "root causes."

US Supreme Court to decide legality of transgender school sports bans

Andrew Chung, Reuters  |  Updated July 3 - 10:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Supreme Court agreed on Thursday to hear a bid by Idaho and West Virginia to enforce their state laws banning transgender athletes from female sports teams at public schools.

Lindon Land Cruiser dealer admits to fraud, is ordered to serve probation

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted July 3 - 10:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man who sold rare 4x4 vehicles admitted to fraudulent business behavior and agreed to pay back thousands before being ordered to serve probation and given suspended prison sentences.

Nissan recalls over 480,000 vehicles in the US and Canada due to engine failure risk

Associated Press  |  Updated July 3 - 10:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nissan is recalling more than 480,000 of its vehicles across the U.S. and Canada due to potential manufacturing defects that could cause engine failure.

New multiple sclerosis clinic to provide specialty care in Utah County

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted July 3 - 9:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Rocky Mountain MS Clinic opened a location in Lehi this week, filling a gap in care for patients who have traveled hours or more for treatment.

Utah man wrongfully detained by immigration officials for nearly 50 days, attorney says

Garna Mejia and Mary Culbertson, KSL-TV  |  Posted July 3 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah man is speaking out after spending nearly 50 days in a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility in Texas, despite being a lawful U.S. resident

US imposes fresh sanctions targeting Iran oil trade, Hezbollah

Timothy Gardner and Brendan O'Brien, Reuters  |  Posted July 3 - 8:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. imposed sanctions on Thursday against a network that smuggles Iranian oil disguised as Iraqi oil and on a Hezbollah-controlled financial institution, the Treasury Department said.

Kane County Hospital halts ambulance service to Arizona amid wrangling with state officials

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted July 3 - 7:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Kane County Hospital in Kanab has halted ambulance service into adjacent Arizona amid wrangling with Arizona officials in securing the proper permit.

Motorcyclist dies after failing to negotiate curve, crashing on I-215 in Midvale

Ashley Imlay, KSL.com  |  Posted July 3 - 7:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

A motorcyclist died Thursday evening after hitting the wall of an I-215 on-ramp in Midvale, troopers said.

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Stand out locally: Use KSL's Google Business Profile service

Kathleen Clove, KSL Classifieds  |  Posted July 3 - 7:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

KSL business services can help you take the guesswork — and busywork — out of promoting your company online.

Athletes, Olympic committee kick off cultural preparations for 2034 Olympics

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted July 3 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Olympics highlight incredible athleticism from all around the globe, but they also give the host country a chance to celebrate its culture and showcase what makes it unique on the world stage.

Salt Lake pedicab driver accused of drugging, assaulting women for years

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted July 3 - 6:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Salt Lake pedicab driver is accused of drugging and sexually assaulting six women since 2019. But investigators fear there are additional victims from the past 15 years.

North Ogden Canyon Road now open after dump truck rollover closed the road

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Updated July 3 - 5:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

North Ogden Canyon Road has reopened in both directions after a dump truck rolled over and crashed Thursday.

Unlicensed contractor charged with abandoning projects in Highland, Alpine

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted July 3 - 5:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

The owner of a landscaping and concrete business is facing charges accusing him of taking money from Highland and Alpine residents and not completing the work.

Drive-by shooting kills 4 and wounds 14 others after a party at a Chicago restaurant

Laura Bargfeld and Christine Fernando, Associated Press  |  Updated July 3 - 5:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

The mood in a Chicago neighborhood known for its restaurants and nightlife turned to horror late Wednesday as shots were fired at a crowd from a vehicle, killing four people.