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As backcountry use grows, Utah Avalanche Center's new director aims to reduce deaths, accidents

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Updated July 28 - 12:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Avalanche Center has a new executive director with the goal of reducing accidents and fatalities in Utah's backcountry.

Lindsey Graham's funeral drawing Trump remarks and world leaders in Washington

Lisa Mascaro, Meg Kinnard and Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press  |  Updated July 28 - 11:50 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sen. Lindsey Graham, the son of pool hall owners who rose to become one of the more influential politicians in the United States, will be eulogized in Washington on Tuesday.

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Zelenskyy has 'good meeting' with Trump as he seeks more cooperation with US

Seung Min Kim, Associated Press  |  Updated July 28 - 11:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed Ukraine producing its own weapons in its war with Russia, with Zelenskyy calling it a "good meeting."

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Quality healthcare doesn't have to cost more

Revere Health  |  Posted July 28 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

For many routine medical services, choosing an independent outpatient clinic instead of a hospital can significantly reduce costs while still providing excellent care from experienced healthcare professionals.

Wasatch County Fair returns to Heber City with rodeos, carnival rides and new family attractions

Madi Vollmer, KSL  |  Updated July 28 - 11:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Wasatch County Fair opened this week in Heber City, bringing six days of rodeos, carnival rides, live entertainment and new attractions, including a children's flea market.

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Mike Lee leads GOP revolt to cancel August recess unless election bill is passed

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted July 28 - 11:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Mike Lee wants Republican leaders to cancel the August recess period, which could threaten crucial campaign opportunities for vulnerable incumbents.

Woman sentenced to probation in Taylorsville killing back in custody

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 28 - 10:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

A woman released on probation three weeks ago for her role in the shooting death of a Taylorsville man in 2024 has been arrested for a probation violation.

Cox names new natural resources director as department undergoes shakeup

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted July 28 - 10:11 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's state forester is poised to now oversee all of the state's natural resources, as the department undergoes a leadership change.

Utah ranked best state in the nation fourth year in a row

Emily Walker, Deseret News  |  Posted July 28 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah is the best state in the nation for the fourth year in a row, according to U.S. News & World Report. But with growing competition, how much longer will it last?

3 more I-215 ramps to close for at least a month in Salt Lake County

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted July 28 - 9:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah transportation officials are urging motorists to plan ahead before they close three key ramps for a little over a month beginning this week.

Utah insurance commissioner urges Beaver fire, flood victims to document damage

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Updated July 28 - 8:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

As Beaver County residents begin recovering from the Cottonwood Fire and recent flooding, Utah Insurance Department Commissioner Jon Pike is encouraging homeowners to start the insurance claims process.

Hogle Zoo giraffe herd expands to 7 with birth of female calf

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted July 28 - 8:11 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Hogle Zoo's giraffe herd just welcomed an exciting new addition with the birth of a female calf.

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For successful Mighty 5 Utah road trip, right vehicle is essential

Ken Garff Volkswagen Southtowne  |  Posted July 28 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

From packing enough gear to staying comfortable during long stretches of forgotten highway, here's what to look for in a vehicle before setting out on your Mighty 5 adventure.

Bryan Kohberger asks to withdraw his guilty plea in the University of Idaho murders case

Rebecca Boone, Associated Press  |  Posted July 28 - 7:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

Bryan Kohberger wants to withdraw his guilty plea in the killings of four University of Idaho students, the 31-year-old said in a hand-written petition on Monday.

Extreme heat keeps Utah HVAC crews busy

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Updated July 28 - 7:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

HVAC technicians in Utah are working overtime to keep up with demand.

Police: Moab man with grudge over 2025 parking dispute charged with attempted murder

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 28 - 7:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Moab man is accused of firing numerous rounds into the home of law enforcers allegedly because of a parking dispute from a year ago.

Carly Simon has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, treated for skin cancer

Maria Sherman, Associated Press  |  Updated July 28 - 7:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Carly Simon, the singer known for "Nobody Does It Better" and other hits, has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and was treated for basal cell carcinoma on her face.

36 years after ADA, Utah advocates say more progress needed for people with disabilities

Debbie Worthen, KSL  |  Updated July 28 - 6:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Thirty-six years after the Americans with Disabilities Act became law, disability advocates in Utah say the landmark civil rights legislation has transformed lives, but significant work remains.

What amenities are US house hunters looking for? Hint: Wildfires may be behind a top pick

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted July 28 - 6:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

More than a third of Americans in the market for a new home say indoor air quality is a top priority, a new survey found.

Scam victims can face criminal charges for helping fraudsters

Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL  |  Posted July 27 - 10:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Getting scammed can cost victims more than money. Some Utahns who believed they had found a job or romantic partner have instead found themselves facing criminal charges.

Mexican Consulate in Salt Lake hosting information sessions geared to Mexican immigrants

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted July 27 - 10:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mexican Consulate in Salt Lake City will host information sessions all week geared to Mexican immigrants, joining consulates all across the United States.

Utah man dies while in police custody in Wyoming

Devin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Posted July 27 - 9:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah man died Saturday while being booked into the Lincoln County Jail in Kemmerer, Wyoming.

Lindsay Clancy goes on trial over whether postpartum psychosis drove her to kill her 3 children

Michael Casey, Associated Press  |  Updated July 27 - 9:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Massachusetts woman is on trial in a case where her lawyers argue that postpartum psychosis was the reason she killed her three children, aged 5 and younger.