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Trump challenges Biden to a cognitive test but confuses the name of the doctor who tested him

Trump challenges Biden to a cognitive test but confuses the name of the doctor who tested him

Will Weissert, Associated Press  |  Updated June 16 - 9:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

Donald Trump has suggested President Joe Biden "should have to take a cognitive test," only to confuse who administered the test to him in the next sentence.
Here's how you can improve your health by stopping negativity and embracing optimism

Here's how you can improve your health by stopping negativity and embracing optimism

Albert Stumm, Associated Press  |  Updated June 16 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Do you tend to see things as glass half full or glass half empty? Researchers found optimists generally maintained better physical functioning as they aged, according to a recent study.
Idaho freedom celebration billed as largest fireworks show west of Mississippi River

Idaho freedom celebration billed as largest fireworks show west of Mississippi River

Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted June 16 - 8:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

The largest fireworks show west of the Mississippi River is returning this year for the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration and organizers says it will "be bigger and better than any other fireworks show in the American West.
No more taking phones from students: Granger High School considering new policy this fall

No more taking phones from students: Granger High School considering new policy this fall

Erin Cox, KSL-TV  |  Posted June 16 - 7:56 a.m.  |  Save Story

Teachers at Utah's largest high school are done taking away cellphones from students. They're considering something new in the fall, and if they're successful, other schools might do the same.
The Larry H. Miller Company just bought another movie theater

The Larry H. Miller Company just bought another movie theater

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted June 15 - 10:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

A popular 27-year-old Utah County movie theater will temporarily close for major renovations this summer under new ownership.
Police: Gun-wielding driver tells other driver he is 'justice' in St. George road rage incident

Police: Gun-wielding driver tells other driver he is 'justice' in St. George road rage incident

Cody Blowers, St. George News  |  Posted June 15 - 9:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Hurricane man was arrested after police say he brandished a gun in the parking lot of a medical complex.
'What am I going to do?': Redwood Swap Meet vendors lament possible property redevelopment

'What am I going to do?': Redwood Swap Meet vendors lament possible property redevelopment

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted June 15 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

As West Valley City officials debate possible redevelopment of the Redwood Swap Meet site, many of the largely immigrant vendors wonder what they'll do if forced out.
Crews rescue 28 people trapped upside down high on Oregon amusement park ride

Crews rescue 28 people trapped upside down high on Oregon amusement park ride

Associated Press  |  Posted June 15 - 8:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

Emergency crews have rescued 28 people after they were stuck for about half an hour dangling upside down high on a ride at a century-old amusement park in Oregon.
RSL matches single-season unbeaten streak record with 0-0 draw in Montreal

RSL matches single-season unbeaten streak record with 0-0 draw in Montreal

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted June 15 - 8:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

The 2024 Real Salt Lake squad has matched the longest unbeaten run in a season by any group in franchise history.
Irrigation pipe fixed after failure that left some Weber County farmers without water for days

Irrigation pipe fixed after failure that left some Weber County farmers without water for days

Brianna Chavez, KSL-TV  |  Posted June 15 - 7:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Crews with Ogden City excavated an area at the intersection of Canyon Road and 12th Street after a hole in the ground emerged last Friday.
Utah has an NHL team. Will people go to the games?

Utah has an NHL team. Will people go to the games?

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted June 15 - 7:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hockey fans embraced Utah's NHL team from the moment owner Ryan Smith announced in April he was bringing the Coyotes to Utah. A new poll gauges fan interest.
Unlucky 13: Tony Finau's 'pretty good' 3rd round undone by triple bogey at US Open

Unlucky 13: Tony Finau's 'pretty good' 3rd round undone by triple bogey at US Open

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted June 15 - 6:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Spurred by a triple bogey on the par-4, 368-yard 13th hole, Tony Finau shot 2-over-par 72 to fall into a tie for seventh place.
Neighbors believe cottonwood seeds helped spread fire to house in Springville, reignites next day

Neighbors believe cottonwood seeds helped spread fire to house in Springville, reignites next day

Andrew Adams, KSL-TV  |  Posted June 15 - 6:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Springville neighbors believe cottonwood seeds contributed to the spread of a fire that destroyed one home and damaged another on Thursday night.
Biden and Trump campaigns agree to mic muting, other rules for upcoming CNN debate

Biden and Trump campaigns agree to mic muting, other rules for upcoming CNN debate

CNN Staff  |  Posted June 15 - 5:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

With less than two weeks until the first presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle, CNN has released additional details on the parameters agreed upon by the Trump and Biden campaigns.
France's 2030 Winter Olympics bid 'on hold' pending national elections

France's 2030 Winter Olympics bid 'on hold' pending national elections

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted June 15 - 4:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

France's bid for the 2030 Winter Games has stalled, but the International Olympic Committee is counting on the needed government guarantees to come through in time for a final vote in July, the same time that Utah hopes to be awarded the 2034 Winter Games.
Salt Lake City's newest apartment tower intentionally sticks out in the city

Salt Lake City's newest apartment tower intentionally sticks out in the city

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted June 15 - 4:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

The tallest building east of Salt Lake City's central downtown district and the tallest rental apartment high-rise on the market right now officially opened this week.
Utahn who worked for IRS charged in federal court with trying to steal $2M

Utahn who worked for IRS charged in federal court with trying to steal $2M

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted June 15 - 3:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

A former Internal Revenue Service employee from Utah was charged in federal court with abusing his position to attempt to steal more than $2 million in tax credits.
Have You Seen This? Glass doors can be hazardous

Have You Seen This? Glass doors can be hazardous

Grant Olsen for KSL.com  |  Posted June 15 - 3:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

This poor fellow didn't just walk into a glass door — he ran into it with gusto.

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