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Apple bets on overdue Siri fix to close AI gap

Stephen Nellis, Kenrick Cai, Deborah Mary Sophia and Harshita Mary Varghese, Reuters  |  Updated June 8 - 4:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Apple on Monday rolled out a long-delayed overhaul of Siri, betting the upgraded assistant can help close the gap with ​Big Tech rivals and new-age startups in the crucial AI race.

Hulk Hogan died of natural causes, Florida police report says

David Fischer, Associated Press  |  Updated June 8 - 4:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Professional wrestling legend Hulk Hogan died of natural causes last year, according a report by Florida police that formally closes the investigation into his death.

Judge clears QB Brendan Sorsby to play for Texas Tech despite NCAA ban for gambling

Stephen Hawkins, Associated Press  |  Updated June 8 - 4:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

Brendan Sorsby has been granted a temporary injunction against the NCAA. The ruling could clear the way for him to play for Texas Tech this fall, even after the transfer quarterback was declared ineligible for wagering on college sports.

Utah AD Mark Harlan criticizes Sorsby injunction, warns of competitive integrity concerns

Steve Bartle, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 3:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Never afraid to speak his mind, Utah athletic director Mark Harlan shared thoughts Monday after Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby received a temporary injunction.

Have You Seen This? Bird feeder bandit can't be stopped

Orrin Olsen, for KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 3:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Like they always say, "You can take the bird seed out of the squirrel, but you can't take the squirrel out of the bird seed."

Ex-judge sentenced to prison on 3 felony charges in sexual misconduct case

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 3:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

A former Box Elder County Justice Court judge was sentenced to zero to five years imprisonment on each of three felony charges in his sexual misconduct case.

The late-night eating habit that may throw your gut health into chaos

Kristen Rogers, CNN  |  Updated June 8 - 2:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

If stress causes your digestive woes, eating late at night isn't doing you any favors.

New wildfire in Millard County expands to nearly 1,400 acres

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 2:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new wildfire has expanded to over 1,300 acres after sparking Sunday near Scipio in Millard County.

'My roots are Peruvian': Peruvians in Utah cast ballots in nation's presidential contest

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 1:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Peruvians living abroad may vote in the nation's presidential elections, and many in Utah flocked to a polling place in Salt Lake City to cast ballots.

Pentagon updates religious categories after pushback from Utah lawmakers

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 1:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Department of War updated its list of faith codes Monday after pushback from some members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints over the faith not being classified as "Christian."

Utah County store owners accused of selling illegal drug products, fake pee

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 12:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

The owners of a Lehi convenience store have been charged for allegedly selling marijuana products and synthetic urine.

Motorcyclist killed in crash with semi on Mountain View Corridor in Herriman

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 12:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

A motorcyclist was killed Monday in a collision with a semi truck that closed Mountain View Corridor for several hours in Herriman.

Some lawmakers weigh possible changes to Utah's new voter privacy laws

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 12:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

A group of state lawmakers is convening a working group to consider possible changes to Utah's new voter privacy law after public outcry from voters.

'Schmigadoon!' wins best musical on Broadway's biggest night

Kathryn Lurie, Reuters  |  Updated June 8 - 11:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

"Schmigadoon!" won the Tony Award for best musical on Sunday, while more socially-driven works dominated other top categories, including "Liberation," "Ragtime," and "Giant."

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Does that old record still show up on your background check?

Rasa  |  Posted June 8 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

A criminal record could be costing you jobs, housing, or other opportunities. Even if you've moved on, your record might not have. But now there's an easy way to find out what is on your record and fix it.

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How a remote Utah mill aims to break China's dominance of this critical industry

Kevin Lind, Deseret News  |  Posted June 8 - 11:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

The White Mesa Mill in Utah's southeast corner is on the cusp of becoming one of very few scalable rare earth mineral processing facilities in the United States.

Third of 4 auto shop employees accused of giving fake emissions tests pleads guilty

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 10:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

The third of four auto shop employees in Orem accused of giving fake emissions tests to vehicles that otherwise wouldn't pass has pleaded guilty.

Utahns' love/hate relationship with artificial intelligence

Art Raymond, Deseret News  |  Posted June 8 - 10:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new Deseret News poll reveals a marked disconnect when it comes to Utahns' feelings about AI, versus the data complexes that underpin the fast-advancing technology sector.

Colorado man given 12 years in prison for traveling to Utah for sex with a minor

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 9:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

A repeat child sex offender from Colorado was handed a 12½-year federal prison sentence Wednesday for traveling to Utah to sexually assault a child.

Former BYU, NFL greats have their brains examined, results positive

Lee Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted June 8 - 8:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Tom Holmoe and Jim Herrmann participated in a clinical trial testing the effect of infrared light treatment on brain health.

Here's what Utahns need to know about significant student loan changes set to take effect in July

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 8:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

Significant changes to federal student loan laws enacted through the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act are set to take effect on July 1, with major shakeups for both current borrowers and those looking to apply.

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4 reasons to build a backyard office

Backyard Office Utah  |  Posted June 8 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

If you work from home and have a backyard, you have the opportunity to be home, local company Backyard Office Utah is bringing a solution right to your backyard.

7.8 magnitude quake in the Philippines kills at least 32, sparks tsunami

Jim Gomez and Joeal Calupitan, Associated Press  |  Updated June 8 - 7:43 a.m.  |  Save Story

A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked the southern Philippines, killing at least 32 people. Most of the deaths occurred in Sarangani province due to a landslide.