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How a Swiss company in Utah is building the future of North American transit

Art Raymond, Deseret News  |  Posted June 22 - 11:11 a.m.  |  Save Story

Stadler Rail giant launched its Salt Lake City office 10 years ago with a handful of employees. Now it boasts 750 workers and is still planning for additional growth.

Ancient teeth from Siberia rewrite the plague's timeline, dating back to over 5,500 years ago

Adithi Ramakrishnan, Associated Press  |  Updated June 22 - 11:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

Scientists have found the oldest known evidence of the plague, which sparked deadly outbreaks dating back about 5,500 years ago — some 200 years earlier than previously thought.

Utah teen musicians to perform on National Mall stage for America 250 celebration

Margaret Darby, Deseret News  |  Updated June 22 - 10:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

A band of teenage Utah musicians is now preparing for what its director calls the biggest performance in the group's 28-year history — a headlining appearance during the nation's America 250 celebrations.

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Paraglider dies after search and rescue near Mount Timpanogos

Devin Oldroyd and Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Updated June 22 - 10:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

A paraglider died Sunday after an accident that prompted the Utah County Sheriff's Office to conduct a search and rescue operation in Provo Canyon.

US stocks drift near their records in mixed trading after oil prices fall

Stan Choe, Associated Press  |  Updated June 22 - 10:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. stocks are drifting near their records in mixed trading. The S&P 500 slipped 0.3% Monday and pulled 1.7% below its all-time high set early this month. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 195 points, and the Nasdaq composite fell 1.2%. Oil price sank 3% and dropped closer to where they were before the war with Iran began. The lower oil prices did not pull Treasury yields lower, though. High yields in the bond market are pressuring stock prices because of growing expectations the Federal Reserve will have to hike interest rates to keep a lid on inflation.

Man sentenced to probation for assaulting girlfriend who died in hospital shortly after

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted June 22 - 10:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

Leituono Falaniko, of Midvale, was sentenced to two years of probation after admitting to assault, a class A misdemeanor. He was charged after his girlfriend died in a hospital.

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Historic buildings in Salt Lake County that are definitely worth the visit

Siegfried & Jensen  |  Posted June 22 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Some of the most iconic and historical buildings built in the early days of Utah still stand today. Here are a few historical buildings in Salt Lake County that are definitely worth a visit.

Hill Air Force Base, Utah National Guard to celebrate America 250 with statewide flyover

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Updated June 22 - 7:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utahns across the state will get to enjoy a patriotic military display on the Fourth of July as part of Hill Air Force Base's "Freedom 250 Celebration."

Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan dies at 100

Paul Wiseman, Associated Press  |  Updated June 22 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan has died at the age of 100.

Costco opening in Syracuse looms, bodes for even more commercial growth, mayor says

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated June 22 - 6:19 a.m.  |  Save Story

Costco is to open a new store next week in Syracuse, and the city's mayor expects the major retailer's presence will motor even more commercial growth.

Eureka evacuations remain in place as crews continue to fight 22,000-acre wildfire

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Updated June 21 - 10:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Evacuation orders remained in place for Eureka on Sunday as firefighters continued to work on the Iron Fire.

Residents near Salt Lake's Red Butte Canyon urged to prepare to evacuate if needed

Ashley Imlay, KSL  |  Updated June 21 - 10:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City firefighters Sunday afternoon urged residents near the fire burning above the University of Utah to prepare to evacuate should the need arise.

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AJ Dybantsa's dad used discipline, strictness and unity to produce a top NBA draft pick

Jay Drew, Deseret News  |  Posted June 21 - 10:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Our annual Father's Day spotlight goes to the 'main man' behind the success of Samarra, AJ and Jasmyn — Anicet 'Ace' Dybantsa Sr.

Teen nears completion of bike skills park as part of Eagle Scout project

Crystal Flintrop, WXOW via CNN Newsource  |  Posted June 21 - 10:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A teenager is leading the effort to build a professionally designed mountain bike skills park on 8 acres of school district property.

Man found guilty of murder for shooting man after argument at Salt Lake City motel

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted June 21 - 9:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Joseph Marquez was found guilty of murder and obstruction of justice during a jury trial earlier this month. He shot a man after an argument over a cigarette.

A game changer? Salt Lake City pizzarium tests state's new liquor waiver

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted June 21 - 9:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new Salt Lake City pizzeria didn't waste much time testing a new state law, which allows restaurants to serve booze closer to parks.

Tabernacle Choir makes historic return to Hollywood Bowl, benefiting charities worldwide

Keri Wilcox and Deanie Wimmer, KSL  |  Posted June 21 - 8:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square will take its "Songs of Hope" tour to an iconic venue this week.

An unusual strategy helps some tropical butterflies live 25 times longer than their relatives

Ashley Strickland, CNN  |  Updated June 21 - 8:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Since most butterflies live a short time, a few rare exceptions have stumped scientists. Now, some long-lived tropical butterfly species are shedding light on the secrets of longevity.

Charges: 'Marine veteran' given PTSD service dog never served in the military

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted June 21 - 7:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man who was gifted a service dog from a Utah nonprofit organization for allegedly being a combat veteran, never served in the military, according to prosecutors.

3 arrested in fatal shooting at Taylorsville gas station

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted June 21 - 7:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two men and a teen boy have been taken into custody in connection with a shootout that resulted in the death of another man in Taylorsville.

Mary Ann Jensen, the 18-year-old author with 7 books

Mallory Mailloux, Deseret News  |  Posted June 21 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mary Ann Jensen has always dreamed of being an author. She's making it happen despite a busy life schedule.

Wyndham Clark avoids record collapse and holds on to win the US Open

Doug Ferguson, Associated Press  |  Posted June 21 - 6:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Wyndham Clark is the U.S. Open champion and it was harder work than he ever imagined.

Mother, daughter raise awareness for organ donation at Transplant Games

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted June 21 - 6:30 p.m.  |  Save Story