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New fire in Duchesne County threatening structures

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 7:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new fire in Duchesne County is threatening structures, fire officials said Wednesday.

Utah lawmaker says immigration bills stalled partly due to Utah Compact's lingering influence

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated March 18 - 6:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Sen. Luz Escamilla, D-Salt Lake City, suspects some of the varied immigration bills that emerged during the session stalled due in part to the Utah Compact's lingering influence.

12-year-old hit by car, critically injured in West Jordan

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 6:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 12-year-old was hospitalized with critical injuries after being hit by vehicle while on a scooter in West Jordan.

Salt Lake driver was going 129 mph one second before double fatal crash, charges say

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 6:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Salt Lake man is facing charges accusing him of going as fast as 129 mph when he ran a red light and hit another vehicle, killing two Grantsville men in June.

How a trio of Utah hoopers powered Hawaii to Big West title, NCAA Tournament berth

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 6:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Three of the Rainbow Warriors' five starters prepped at Utah high schools in Hunter Erickson (Timpview), Isaac Johnson (American Fork) and Isaac Finlinson (Dixie).

MLB to test another challenge system at Salt Lake Bees games this season

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 6:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake Bees will be among a handful of teams trying out another system that could overturn calls made by umpires this season.

Girl Scout Cookies booths are open for business

Tyrese Boone, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 6:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Girl Scout Cookies season is officially underway in Utah, and cookie booths are popping up outside grocery stores and community locations across the state.

Firefighter injured in Uintah County brush fire

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 5:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A firefighter was injured Tuesday while fighting a Uintah County blaze; the cause remains under investigation.

Great Salt Lake's nature inspired artist's free 10-day 'symphony' in Utah

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 5:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A world-renowned artist's latest venture blends the Great Salt Lake's nature into a visual and musical celebration that'll be displayed in Salt Lake City for a limited time.

Ski resorts keep watch as temperatures poised to break records

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 4:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Managers at Beaver Mountain are keeping a close eye on conditions as temperatures over the next few days could threaten the final weeks of their ski season.

Measles spread: Theaters, schools, Kangaroo Zoo and aquarium among new exposure sites

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 4:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Measles cases and exposure locations are continuing to be identified in Utah as the disease spreads throughout the state.

Mike Lee says Utah would adapt to vote-by-mail restrictions considered by Senate

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated March 18 - 4:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

As senators debate an election bill pushed by Utah Sen. Mike Lee, he said he's confident state officials would be able to adapt to the changes that could take effect this year.

How common are fireballs streaking across the sky?

The Associated Press  |  Updated March 18 - 2:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Earth is under assault. Space rocks are constantly hurtling toward us, slamming into the atmosphere and often exploding into fireballs that both delight and alarm.

Jury finds man guilty of murder in Murray parking lot shooting

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 2:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Pirawn Mula was found guilty of murder and all other charges by a jury on Monday following a four-day trial. Panoum Jangjuol was killed in the 2024 shooting.

UDOT breaks ground on 'transformational' 2100 North freeway

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 1:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Constructing a freeway on 2100 North isn't just a road project, it's "transformational," state Sen. Heidi Balderree said during a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday.

Pakistan, Afghanistan to pause fighting for Eid, as dispute rages over Kabul bombing target

Mohammad Yunus Yawar and Ariba Shahid, Reuters  |  Updated March 18 - 12:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Pakistan and Afghanistan said they were pausing their military operations against each other on Wednesday for the Islamic festival of Eid-al-Fitr, a surprise move.

Fed holds rates steady, sticks with single rate cut in 2026 despite higher inflation

Howard Schneider, Reuters  |  Updated March 18 - 12:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday and projected higher inflation, steady unemployment and only ​a single rate cut for the year.

House passes bill for Shivwits Band's 99-year land lease with Black Desert Resort

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

H.R. 3037, Shivwits Band of Paiutes Jurisdictional Clarity Act, passed the House and will move on to the Senate. The bill would allow up to 99-year land lease with Black Desert Resort.

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At just 27 years old, this entrepreneur is remaking America's energy industry

Eva Terry, Deseret News  |  Posted March 18 - 11:48 a.m.  |  Save Story

Isaiah Taylor founded Valar Atomics, which will begin generating nuclear power in Utah this summer.

Salt Lake City unveils first look at what old Fleet Block may soon look like

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Updated March 18 - 11:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City departments are offering their first look at how they might transform a block with a complicated history, including new buildings, open space and a key art piece.

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The ultimate guide to car accident care: Services offered by theClinic for Car Accidents

theClinic for Car Accidents  |  Posted March 18 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Thanks to the growing popularity of fractional ownership, it's easier than ever to enjoy all the perks of a second home without the full-time cost or hassle.

Holladay man sent to prison for beating, kidnapping his sister

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Holladay man was sentenced on Friday to prison for kidnapping and assaulting his sister in 2024.

Disney's new CEO Josh D'Amaro steps up for a wild ride

Dawn Chmielewski, Reuters  |  Updated March 18 - 11:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Josh D'Amaro officially assumes his new role as Disney's chief executive officer at Wednesday's annual shareholder meeting, taking the helm of the ​entertainment colossus at a time of profound change.