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It's a love story: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married

Maria Tsvetkova and Nathan Layne, Reuters  |  Posted July 3 - 11:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Pop music megastar Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce are married, the singer's publicist announced on Friday.

Review: 'Young Washington' is an imperfect film perfect for kicking off the 4th of July

John Clyde for KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 10:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

"Young Washington" isn't a perfect movie but it reminded me why stories about imperfect people often make for the best history.

Thousands gather at State Capitol for concert ringing in America 250

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 10:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

On the eve of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Utahns reflected on the anniversary's meaning at the Utah Capitol as they took in an outdoor concert featuring the Utah Symphony.

Residents briefly evacuated after fire starts in Kaysville

Becky Bruce, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 10:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

Kaysville residents who briefly evacuated because of a new fire start were being allowed to go back to their homes Friday night.

How to talk about money with your kids

Adriana Morga, Associated Press  |  Posted July 3 - 9:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Here are some expert recommendations if you want to start talking about money with your kids.

On the road with Sen. John Curtis as he walks 250 miles through Utah

Daniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 8:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Sen. John Curtis is nearing the end of his 250-mile walk celebrating the 250th anniversary of America's founding.

Brigham Young University building new housing for married students

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 7:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

Married Brigham Young University students will soon have more housing options, with the university set to build 11 new apartment buildings at the Wymount Terrace on-campus housing area.

Mapleton boy finds living kidney donor in a neighborhood friend

Sarah Martin, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 7:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

For 16 years, Collin Chournos lived with just one kidney working at far below normal levels. When a kidney donation became his only option, he found a match right in his backyard.

Provo's Fourth of July parade promises to be 'bigger' than ever for America 250

Daniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 6:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

Provo parade organizers are promising the July 4 parade will be "bigger" than ever for America 250.

Seniors are spending more time on their phones, AARP says. Why that's a mixed blessing

Jennifer Bisram, WCBS  |  Posted July 3 - 5:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

The number of older adults using smartphones soared from 55% in 2016 to 90% now, according to the AARP. That makes senior citizens one of the fastest growing groups using digital devices.

Kennedy pushes wildfire bills, Forest Service HQ move as Utah battles major fires

Brenna Donnelly, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 5:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Three bills in the Congress could protect Utah lands from future wildfires, Rep. Mike Kennedy said.

DNR law enforcement keeps eyes on wildlife, livestock crimes amid recent incident

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 4:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Wildlife officers cautioned that there are "eyes and ears out everywhere" as they highlighted a recent poaching investigation that revealed a registered hunting guide had shot his bow at a herd of cattle.

Have You Seen This? A birthday surprise — in the middle of the ocean

Alex Tumalip, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 3:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Kelsey Pfendler, currently rowing from California to Hawaii to raise money for The Whale Foundation, received a very special birthday surprise from a Coast Guard crew on Wednesday.

'Special every time': Utah-born violinist returns to her roots with Utah Symphony tour

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah violinist who started her musical career at age 11 with the Utah Symphony has returned to the group for this year's Music Elevated State Tour celebrating America 250.

Man dies after being struck by vehicle in Cedar City parking lot

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 2:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man died after being struck by a vehicle outside a grocery store parking lot in Cedar City on Friday, police said.

Utah-born 'America's Potluck' invites neighbors nationwide to celebrate together

Garna Mejia, KSL  |  Updated July 3 - 2:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

A nationwide initiative invites Americans to gather with their communities for a potluck as part of the America 250 celebrations.

Utah's Venezuelans to gather to mourn earthquake victims; funds sought to send aid

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 12:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's Venezuelan community will gather to mourn the victims of the earthquakes that hit the country, and funds are being raised to aid the country.

This grandma-granddaughter TikTok duo is spreading joy online

Caitlin Keith, Deseret News  |  Posted July 3 - 12:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Shelby Coleman decided two years ago to start posting videos of her "granny" on TikTok. It's a fun activity that continues to bring them together today

Preliminary report didn't flag an engine failure before a skydiving plane crash that killed 12

The Associated Press  |  Posted July 3 - 11:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

A preliminary report issued by federal safety investigators did not flag any serious safety failures that could have led to the fiery crash of a plane last month on a skydiving outing in Missouri that killed all 12 people.

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Kelsey Grammer reflects on George Washington's early life in 'Young Washington'

Margaret Darby, Deseret News  |  Posted July 3 - 11:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

"Young Washington" gives audiences a rare cinematic glimpse of Washington's formative years.

Piute County businesses say wildfire is hurting tourism for third straight summer

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Updated July 3 - 10:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Cottonwood Fire continues to burn on Beaver Mountain, but about 20 miles away in Marysvale, business owners say another struggle is unfolding.

Iron, Cherry fires close to full containment; Babylon Fire surpasses 85,000 acres

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 10:14 a.m.  |  Save Story

Crews have made significant gains on two fires burning in central Utah, but poor conditions have helped a fire burning in southeast Utah double in size over the past few days.

250 years after its creation, BYU professor recreates Declaration of Independence

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted July 3 - 9:48 a.m.  |  Save Story

Brigham Young University professor Robert Buchert recreated the Declaration of Independence 250 years after its original creation.