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Supermarket freezers in several European countries hit by apparent cyberattacks

Associated Press  |  Updated Nov. 2 - 5:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Supermarkets in Sweden, Belgium, Luxembourg, Ireland and Estonia were hit Monday by problems with freezers and fridges that apparently were caused by cyberattacks

Haven't voted yet? Here's what you need to know

VideoDaniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated Nov. 2 - 5:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

Election Day is on Tuesday, and statewide voter turnout hovered at just around 27% as of Monday.

3 qualities that confident employees and confident kids have in common (and how to teach them)

VideoLauren Tippetts, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 5:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

Many of the qualities that help people thrive in the workplace start developing at home long before that first job interview. Spencer Horn shared three observations that connect what confident kids and confident employees share and what that can teach parents.

Which party cares about passing down their politics? New survey finds answer

Leah Bowers, Deseret News  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 5:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new American Family Survey found Republicans are twice as likely as Democrats to consider passing down political beliefs to their children important, though most Americans overall do not view it as a priority.

Historic flooding forces evacuations in Southwest as storm shifts east for Election Day

Tyler Ory, Chris Dolce and Briana Waxman, CNN  |  Updated Nov. 2 - 4:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

A storm causing historic flooding, evacuations and rescues in the Southwest is now pushing into the central United States, where it will bring soggy weather on Election Day on Tuesday.

Supreme Court rejects Trump administration push to set aside thousands of California ballots

Lindsay Whitehurst and Nicholas Riccardi, Associated Press  |  Updated Nov. 2 - 4:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Supreme Court has rejected a push for California to set aside thousands of mail ballots from people President Donald Trump's administration claims are noncitizens.

2 amendments, 1 fight: What's on Utah's ballot this November

Reagan Campbell, Deseret News  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 4:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah voters will decide on two constitutional amendments in November, one changing how proposed amendments are publicized and another requiring 60% approval for citizen-led ballot measures that raise taxes, which has drawn an opposition campaign.

Rubio meets Venezuelan counterpart as US presses for progress on election preparations

Matthew Lee, Associated Press  |  Updated Nov. 2 - 3:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with his Venezuelan counterpart in Washington Monday as the Trump administration presses the interim government and opposition groups to make progress on election preparations.

New traffic patterns on southbound I-15 in Lehi will continue into next year

Staff  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 3:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new traffic pattern is in effect on southbound I-15 in Lehi, and will remain for months.

Have You Seen This? Baby brushtail possum will melt your heart

VideoGrant Olsen for KSL  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 3:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mother possums in Tasmania are known to sometimes leave their joeys in garbage cans to protect them from threats. This leads to some adorable encounters.

SUU theater class looks to engage community in Greek mythology, performing arts

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 3:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ahead of its production of "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical," a Southern Utah University theatre class is inviting local students and their families on an interactive journey exploring Greek mythology and performing arts while also earning discounted tickets.

Lindsay Clancy returns to court in a bid to dismiss charges she killed her 3 young children

Michael Casey, Associated Press  |  Updated Nov. 2 - 2:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Lindsay Clancy returned to court in a bid to dismiss the charges that she murdered her three children.

A mystery skeleton found in a Roman sarcophagus at Westminster Abbey may finally have an identity

Mindy Weisberger, CNN  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 2:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

A centuries-old stone coffin discovered more than 150 years ago at London's Westminster Abbey sparked a question that has endured ever since: Who's inside? Now, archaeologists have clues that point to a respected medieval figure who was not the burial's original occupant.

Parts of a jet may have broken off midair before crash that killed 9, investigators say

David Fischer and John Funk, Associated Press  |  Updated Nov. 2 - 2:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

An investigator says parts of a business jet likely started to break off before the aircraft crashed in South Florida, killing nine people.

Utah Mammoth unveil mountain blue 'Hometown Remix' jersey

Cole Bagley, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 1:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Amid their third season in the National Hockey League, the Utah Mammoth will finally take the ice in a mountain blue sweater.

Utah County couple accused of abusing infant daughter

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 1:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Santaquin couple was charged with aggravated child abuse on Monday after their 2-month-old daughter was found to have multiple fractures.

Immigration could be a solution to Utah's 'wicked' demographic woes, researchers say

Alixel Cabrera, Utah News Dispatch  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 1:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

Researchers say increased immigration could help address Utah's declining birthrates, aging population and future workforce shortages by supporting population growth and filling critical labor gaps.

Intoxicated driver accused of hitting, killing woman changing flat tire

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated Nov. 2 - 1:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

A driver was arrested for investigation of automobile homicide late Friday after allegedly hitting and killing a woman changing a flat tire.

Indoor/outdoor cat near Delta tests positive for rabies

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 12:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

An indoor/outdoor cat found in an area outside of Delta tested positive for rabies.

Live Civil War-era artillery shell found in Pennsylvania home

Garrett Behanna, KDKA  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 12:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

A live Civil War-era artillery shell was found in the basement of a newly purchased home in South Connellsville, Fayette County, on Sunday, prompting a response from the Allegheny County Police Bomb Squad.

Utah prosecutor seeks fifth term as he leads national discussion on holding ICE agents accountable

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 12:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The prosecutor overseeing Utah's largest county led a national conversation this summer on bringing charges against federal immigration officers who violate state laws.

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Easy lighting upgrades that will instantly elevate your holiday hosting

Lighting Design  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Before hosting this holiday season, a few simple lighting updates can help make your home feel ready for guests.

Martha Stewart apologizes for homeless Halloween costume

Amarachi Orie, CNN  |  Updated Nov. 2 - 11:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

Martha Stewart has said she is "distressed" and "sorry," after her choice of Halloween costume sparked a backlash.