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Fear struck Utah: Retired KSL reporter recalls beginning of Ted Bundy saga

VideoDave Cawley, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 31 - 10:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Former KSL reporter Lynn Packer describes the start of KSL's coverage of the disappearances and murders of teenage girls in Utah in 1974

From salmonberry harvests to traditional tattoos, Native American culture is November spotlight

Jessica Hill, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 31 - 9:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

November marks the start of National Native American Heritage Month. It's a time to celebrate the diverse histories and cultures of hundreds of tribal communities across the U.S.

'A bucket-list hike': Summiting Mount Timpanogos beyond peak season

VideoAnnette Campbell, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 31 - 9:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

Most hikers tackle Mount Timpanogos during the warmer months of spring and summer. But Utah County resident Josh Abbott said the most rewarding experiences come after snow begins covering the trail.

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Ford makes big moves to be No. 1 mainstream brand in J.D. Power Initial Quality Study

Jason Bell  |  Posted Oct. 31 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Ford has been hard at work behind the scenes to improve its quality, and it's paying off big time

Residents evacuated from Russian-occupied Oleshky reach Ukraine after localized ceasefire

Derek Gatopoulos, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 31 - 7:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Residents evacuated from the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky have crossed into Ukrainian-held territory after a humanitarian mission and localized ceasefire. The residents traveled by bus and plane through Russia and Belarus, following a deal brokered by U.S. first lady Melania Trump.

1 dead, 6 wounded in shooting at California Spirit Halloween store

Karina Tsui, Sydney Bishop, CNN  |  Posted Oct. 31 - 5:43 a.m.  |  Save Story

One person was killed and six others injured after a shooting inside a shopping mall at a Spirit Halloween store in Fairfield, California on Friday night, police said.

Party at the Polls brings Utah voters together

VideoTyrese Boone, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 30 - 10:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City held a "Party at the Polls" on Friday, part of a nationwide initiative using community gatherings, entertainment and food to make voting more accessible and encourage participation.

Thwarting teen gambling may require more than talking to kids

Staff  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 10:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Multiple studies found online betting and gambling is a growing problem among teenagers.

ICE officer charged with assault for striking a man with a car in Houston

Anna Wilder, Jack Brook and Lekan Oyekanmi, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 30 - 9:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer accused of intentionally ramming his car into a Mexican construction worker in Houston has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

Utah single mom turns birthday party hobby into thriving events business with reality TV clients

VideoTamara Vaifanua, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 30 - 9:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Kenzie Bates never thought anyone would pay her to do what she loves. Now her client list includes stars of reality TV.

Salt Lake City commission voices concerns with proposed new LDS Hospital design

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Intermountain Health officials and members of the Salt Lake City Planning Commission appeared to be at odds about some elements of a planned "urban hospital" near downtown.

Woman sentenced to prison for killing roommate after pleading guilty with mental condition

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 8:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

A woman was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison on Thursday after admitting that she killed her roommate at a Sandy shelter. The roommate's children and grandchildren spoke about their loss.

What to know about the $6.3B hack on Binance, likely the biggest-ever crypto theft

Kaitlyn Huamani and Chan Ho-him, Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 8:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

Binance, the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange, said Friday that hackers stole more than $6 billion in what appears to be the largest cryptocurrency heist on record.

Keep the candy and some healthy habits — 3 tricks for keeping the treats in check

VideoLauren Tippetts, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 8:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nutritionist Ali Essig shares three simple strategies for letting kids enjoy Halloween and still build in some healthy habits.

Driver critically injured after semi-truck veers off road on eastbound I-80 in Parleys Canyon

Alex Tumalip, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 7:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

A semi-truck driver is critically injured after the vehicle veered off the road on eastbound I-80 in Parleys Canyon on Friday night.

Dartmouth provost resigns following accusations he used artificial intelligence for writing

Heather Hollingsworth, Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 7:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A top administrator at Dartmouth College has resigned after a faculty committee found he used artificial intelligence to shape his writing, including in a guest column in The Washington Post on AI cheating.

Utah 5-year-old with Down syndrome walks Messi on the field, scores goals with Beckham

VideoArianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 7:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

Huddy Droubay, a 5-year-old with Down syndrome from Syracuse, was invited to an Inter Miami game where he got to meet David Beckham and walk Lionel Messi onto the field.

Utah to start enforcing its law requiring porn sites to verify ages of users

VideoBridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 30 - 6:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah plans to start enforcing its age verification laws for adult websites on Monday, seeking to crack down on companies that allow minors to view pornography online.

Pamela Atkinson remembered: 'A living embodiment' of Christlike love

Emily Walker, Deseret News  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 6:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Family, friends and dignitaries gathered to remember Pamela Atkinson on Friday, with many calling her a "living embodiment" of Christlike love.

Pick Six Previews: Utah avoids upset in Cincinnati, rolls to 8-0 record

VideoBrett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 6:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

There has been a clear trend of "hangover games" where a team pulling an AP top 10 upset comes out flat the following game, going just 5-7 straight-up and 4-8 against-the-spread this season.

FTC orders Walmart, Delta and others to share how they use personal data to set prices and pay

Dee-ann Durbin, Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 30 - 6:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission said Wednesday it is ordering Delta Air Lines, Walmart and other companies to provide detailed information on how they use consumers' data when they're setting prices.

Daybreak Halloween map helps families plan trick-or-treat routes

VideoAnnette Campbell, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 30 - 5:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Families looking for the best Halloween displays in Daybreak can now use an online map and mobile app to plan their trick-or-treating routes and discover participating homes.

Las Vegas children's hospital groundbreaking brings hope to southern Utah family

VideoEmma Benson, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 30 - 5:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new children's hospital planned for Las Vegas could make it easier for southern Utah families to access specialized pediatric care closer to home.