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Building a brighter future: How Utahns can strengthen their state

Salt Lake Chamber  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

The vision is straightforward: to become and remain the top-performing economy in the nation.

Cambridge's youngest Black professor resigns as university investigates allegations of plagiarism

Danica Kirka, Associated Press  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 11:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

A British sociologist who became famous as the youngest Black professor ever at the University of Cambridge has resigned after the university opened an investigation into "new information" about his academic qualifications.

Utah, feds launch $18M recovery effort in Beaver area; Widemouth 2 Fire grows

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 11:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah and federal officials announced an $18 million agreement to begin the recovery from a massive fire that burned this year, while firefighting operations continue at a nearby fire.

2 soldiers killed in Lebanon in the first Israeli deaths since June truce with Hezbollah

Abby Sewell and Koral Saeed, Associated Press  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 10:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Israeli military says two soldiers have died in an explosion in southern Lebanon, marking the first Israeli deaths since a truce with Hezbollah began in June.

Over 20 Republicans join Mike Lee's bid to cancel recess unless Senate passes SAVE Act

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 9:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

A growing number of Republicans said on Wednesday they would back Sen. Mike Lee forcing a vote to keep the Senate in session if there is no movement on the SAVE America Act.

Intense summer heat takes toll on Bear Lake raspberry crop ahead of Raspberry Days

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 9:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

Bear Lake raspberry growers are reporting one of the worst seasons in years after a dry winter and extreme summer heat damaged crops around the lake.

How a Utah startup is changing the shoe industry

Video by Kathleen Clove, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 8:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

Discover how Kizik's innovative shoe technology turned a basement project into a $100 million business selling hands-free, step-in shoes.

Devon Dampier's connection with wide receivers already paying off in Utah's camp

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 8:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

That connection between Dampier and Utah's receivers will get extra attention this season with McGiven calling the shots on offense.

Olive Garden coming to Rexburg this fall

Michael Carruth, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 8:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

The construction of the new Olive Garden restaurant opening on University Boulevard in Rexburg will be finished in November, the building's construction superintendent confirms.

Utah man killed in Twin Falls shooting was 'everybody's hero,' family says

Garna Mejia, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 8:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

The family of a Utah man killed in a shooting in Twin Falls Saturday said he was a talented artist, devoted husband, an Air Force veteran and someone who made everyone feel valued.

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4 reasons to build a backyard office

Backyard Office Utah  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 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.

Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer COVID questions

Eric Tucker, Associated Press  |  Updated Aug. 6 - 7:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Senate committee on Thursday voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress, referring him for potential prosecution after not answering questions at a hearing last week.

Hiroshima marks 81st atomic bomb anniversary; mayor deplores pursuit of nuclear weapons

Mari Yamaguchi, Associated Press  |  Updated Aug. 6 - 7:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Hiroshima on Thursday marked the 81st anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of the city, with its mayor urging a stop to possession of nuclear weapons as a method of deterrence.

Ogden Regional Medical Center NICU expansion to bring more beds, support for families

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 6 - 6:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

Ogden Regional Medical Center has broken ground on a major NICU expansion. The project will add private patient suites, bring in new technology and a Ronald McDonald family room.

Park City Jewish Festival brings famous singers, families together two years in a row

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 6:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

The second Annual Park City Jewish Festival was held Wednesday evening, bringing families from across Utah together to celebrate their culture and religion with the help of Jewish musicians.

What caught my attention on Day 1 of BYU football fall camp

Mitch Harper, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 6 - 12:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Just like that, BYU football is back in full swing. The Cougars kicked off fall camp practices on Wednesday at the Student-Athlete Building.

Corina Nelson named general manager of Salt Lake Bees

Annette Campbell, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 5 - 10:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Corina Nelson has been named general manager of the Salt Lake Bees, becoming the first woman to hold the position under Miller Sports + Entertainment ownership.

Gov. Cox highlights Utah's latest win in speech to Utah leaders

Caitlin Keith, Deseret News  |  Posted Aug. 5 - 9:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gov. Spencer Cox, while speaking to Utah business leaders and others invested in building the state, shared Utah's latest triumph.

Get Gephardt helps Sandy mom sort out insurance confusion that left her with $25K bill

Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 5 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Having a baby isn't cheap. The average hospital bill hovers around $2,900. When a Sandy woman got hit with a bill nearly ten times that, she knew something was wrong.

Jury convicts former Utah Senate candidate in sexual abuse trial

Daniella Rivera, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 5 - 8:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah County jury decided the fate of a former Utah Senate candidate on Wednesday in a sexual abuse case that dragged on for years.

Disney and TikTok strike short-form video-sharing deal

Lisa Richwine, Reuters  |  Updated Aug. 5 - 8:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Walt Disney and TikTok on Wednesday announced a deal ​to let creators use characters and scenes in its videos, the first pact of its ‌kind between the app and a traditional media company.

Off-duty officer injured breaking up domestic violence fight

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 5 - 7:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

An off-duty police officer who offered to a give a woman a ride was injured after the woman got into an argument with her fiancé after arriving, police say.

More than a 'traditional park'? Salt Lake City unveils final vision for Fleet Block open space

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 5 - 7:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A block that once housed Salt Lake City's vehicle fleet has mostly been flattened, but the city envisions a portion of that will soon become a "shaded, natural green destination."