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Hawaii's worst flooding in 20 years threatens dam, prompts evacuations, as more rain looms

Jennifer Sinco Kelleher and Audrey Mcavoy, Associated Press  |  Posted March 22 - 9:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Hawaii has been suffering its worst flooding in more than 20 years. Heavy rains fell on soil already saturated by downpours from a winter storm a week ago, and officials said more rain is expected over the weekend.

Family speaks out after 12-year-old boy hit by car in West Jordan

Sarah Martin, KSL  |  Posted March 22 - 9:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

A 12-year-old boy from West Jordan is in the hospital dealing with major trauma to his brain after being hit by a car while riding an electric scooter, despite wearing a helmet.

Trump officials announce 10-gigawatt data center, gas plants for former Ohio uranium site

Joshua A. Bickel and Julie Carr Smyth, Associated Press  |  Posted March 22 - 8:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Department of Energy announced a public-private partnership to develop a major data center with its own power supply on the site of a decommissioned uranium enrichment plant.

She spent 2 years following sage grouse through the Idaho desert. Why it matters

Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted March 22 - 8:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Kris Millgate has been telling stories about Idaho wildlife for two decades, and her latest project is a documentary film about sage grouse.

Bailey impresses, but 76ers' late run finishes Jazz in 126-116 defeat

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted March 21 - 11:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ace Bailey out-dueled his fellow rookie V.J. Edgecombe after posting 25 points and five blocks. But Edgecome and the 76ers got the best of the Jazz.

Aggies execute winning details in NCAA Tournament despite poor 3-point shooting

Mark Greenwood for KSL  |  Posted March 21 - 10:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah State relied on paint play and clutch plays down the stretch to knock off Villanova.

The cost of canceling Taylor Frankie Paul's 'Bachelorette' season

Margaret Darby, Deseret News  |  Posted March 21 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

ABC is expected to lose tens of millions after canceling Taylor Frankie Paul's season of "The Bachelorette" earlier this week.

North Redmond Fire caused by earlier controlled burn, Sevier County Sheriff's Office says

Alex Tumalip, KSL  |  Updated March 21 - 10:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

The North Redmond Fire in Sevier County was caused by remnants of a controlled burn that were fanned by gusty winds, according to a release from the Sevier County Sheriff's Office.

33-year-old American Fork man dies in base-jumping fall at Provo's Rock Canyon

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Updated March 21 - 10:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Provo police have identified 33-year-old Wesson Huff of American Fork as the man who was killed in a fall in an area of Rock Canyon known as "Bad Bananas" Saturday afternoon.

K-pop sensation BTS returns with a comeback concert in Seoul after a 4-year hiatus

Juwon Park, Kim Tong-hyung and Hyung-jin Kim, Associated Press  |  Posted March 21 - 9:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

BTS has returned as a full group with a huge, free concert in Seoul after a four-year break.

Avery Neff wins all-around as Red Rocks claim back-to-back Big 12 gymnastics titles

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 21 - 9:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

It's been a season defined by adversity — including Saturday night during the Big 12 championship meet — but for the second consecutive season, the Red Rocks hoisted the trophy as champions again.

USU study: More days over 80 degrees mean more fire

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted March 21 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah State University study finds that the number of days over 80 degrees leading up to fire season are a strong indicator of how many and how intense wildfires will be.

State Route 28 reopens after fire near Yuba Lake State Park

Alex Tumalip, KSL  |  Updated March 21 - 8:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

A fire burning on Bureau of Land Management land that forced the closure of state Route 28 was determined to be human-caused and is now under investigation, officials said.

Misinformation surrounding Prop 4: Can misleading voters carry legal consequences?

Daniella Rivera, KSL  |  Posted March 21 - 8:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Several concerned citizens have shared concerns about petition signature gatherers presenting misinformation, sparking questions about whether there is any legal recourse when voters are misled.

Meet the 'kind of insane' coach at High Point who got his start at Southern Utah

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted March 21 - 8:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

One of the biggest surprises from the first round of the NCAA Tournament is a 37-year-old first-time head coach at High Point who got his start in Cedar City.

Trump says US considering 'winding down' Iran war; Natanz nuclear facility attacked

Jana Choukeir, Idrees Ali and Phil Stewart, Reuters  |  Posted March 21 - 7:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump said the U.S. was considering "winding down" its military operation against Iran, as Iran and Israel traded attacks on Saturday.

What does a new proposal by the World Anti-Doping Agency mean for Utah's next Olympics?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted March 21 - 7:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Could President Donald Trump and other U.S. officials be barred from major international sporting events, even in their own country, because of unpaid dues to the World Anti-Doping Agency?

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Unlock the secrets of Salem: A hidden gem in Utah County with endless possibilities

Woodside Homes  |  Posted March 21 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Local builder Woodside Homes is helping home hunters become homeowners this spring with tons of options for every taste and budget.

Nonprofit helps parents navigate uncertainty following Down syndrome diagnosis

Sarah Earnshaw and Parly Scott, KSL  |  Posted March 21 - 6:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

A nonprofit organization is trying to take the fear out of the unknown for parents who have kids with Down syndrome.

Mortgage rates keep going up as war continues

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted March 21 - 5:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mortgage rates continue to climb for a third week thanks to the turmoil in the Middle East. How long will it last?

Utah's new constitutional court faces legal skepticism — but not broad public rejection

Emma Pitts, Deseret News  |  Posted March 21 - 5:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Anyone who sat in on public discussion on the slate of judicial-focused bills this past legislative session heard no shortage of concerns, as speakers lined up to warn that lawmakers were seeking "unilateral and arbitrary power."

It's not just vaccines — parents are refusing other routine preventive care for newborns

Laura Ungar, Associated Press  |  Posted March 21 - 4:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Doctors across the nation are alarmed that skepticism fueled by rising anti-science sentiment and medical mistrust is increasingly reaching beyond vaccines to other safe and routine care for babies.

Have You Seen This? Boulder fall is way too close for comfort

Grant Olsen for KSL  |  Posted March 21 - 3:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Talk about a close shave. I get a pit in my stomach every time I watch this video from India's northernmost state.