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Trump defends economic record at Pennsylvania rally amid frustration over rising prices

Nandita Bose and Jarrett Renshaw, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 10 - 9:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump tried to reassure Americans that the economy was healthy at a campaign-style rally on Tuesday as Republicans brace for a ​tough fight to hold control of Congress in next year's midterm elections.

Payson man charged with threatening to shoot governor, other state leaders

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 8:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Payson man with a history of making terroristic threats has been charged with threatening to shoot Utah's governor and other leaders.

Democracies must fight for freedom, Nobel laureate Machado says

Gwladys Fouche and Terje Solsvik, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 10 - 8:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

Democracies must be prepared to fight for freedom in order to survive, Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado said on Wednesday, in a speech ​delivered by her daughter.

Why is the University of Utah partnering with a private equity firm for athletics?

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 8:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

It was natural to see the University of Utah's private equity deal as a short-term fix to a larger problem.

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A critical Social Security warning for Utah women

B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions and Advisors  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Women face unique challenges when it comes to financial planning for retirement. And it all starts with your strategy to file for your Social Security benefits.

Trump approval rating rises as Republicans back cost-of-living efforts

Jason Lange, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 10 - 7:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump's approval rating edged up to 41% in the past week as Republicans ​warmed to his handling of the cost of living.

University of Utah engineers build bionic hand with an AI brain

Peter Rosen, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

University of Utah engineers have given a bionic hand a mind of its own with the assistance of artificial intelligence.

How a rare drug made from scientists' blood saves babies from botulism

Jonel Aleccia, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 10 - 6:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

When Alessandro Barbera was rushed to a California hospital with infant botulism in October, his father had barely heard of the disease, never mind the rare and costly treatment that likely saved the newborn's life.

Salt Lake County Council approves property tax increase of almost 14%

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 10:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake County Council approves tax increase of about 14% following more than three hours of public comment.

Utah Legislature passes resolution condemning judges, repeals anti-bargaining law

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 10:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Legislature strongly rebuked the state judiciary Tuesday, condemning the courts over a recent ruling on redistricting.

Hiker rescued after hours stuck in quicksand in Arches National Park

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 10:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Grand County Search and Rescue said an experienced hiker who became trapped in quicksand over the weekend did everything right, and still needed help.

Luigi Mangione's notes to self: 'Pluck eyebrows,' 'Keep momentum, FBI slower overnight'

Michael R. Sisak, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 9:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

A to-do list and travel plans found during Luigi Mangione's arrest were revealed this week, showing the steps he may have taken or planned to take to avoid capture after UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing last year.

A student dies during stabbing at North Carolina high school

Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A stabbing at a central North Carolina high school Tuesday left one student dead and another injured, authorities said.

6-year-old expertly navigates close call with a deer on the slopes

Britt Johnson and Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 8:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

It was an exciting opening day at Deer Valley Resort, filled with skiers and even a few deer. Luckily, a skilled 6-year-old walked away unscathed following a near-crash with one of them.

Grand Blanc shooting survivor shares recovery story

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 8:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nearly 10 weeks after a deadly mass shooting and fire at a Church of Jesus Christ meetinghouse in Michigan, one of the wounded finally came home from the hospital.

Dybantsa, Wright rally No. 10 BYU from 22-point 2nd-half deficit to top Clemson in Jimmy V Classic

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 8:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Wright beat the buzzer with a 3-pointer to rally No. 10 BYU from a 22-point second-half deficit for a 67-64 win over Clemson in Game 1 of the Jimmy V Classic.

Senate to vote Thursday on Republican health care plan

Richard Cowan and Katherine Jackson, Reuters  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 7:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Senate will vote on Thursday on a Republican-proposed ​health care plan, Senate Majority Leader John Thune said on Tuesday, as Democrats continued to push for an ⁠extension of expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies.

Shooting at Kentucky State University leaves 1 dead, 1 hurt; suspect in custody, officials say

Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 7:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

At least one student was killed and another was critically wounded in a shooting at a residence hall at Kentucky State University on Tuesday, and a suspect who is not a student was in custody, officials said.

Audit finds overcrowding at Salt Lake County Jail increases recidivism

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Persistent issues with overcrowding at the Salt Lake County Jail have led to increased recidivism rates and, in some cases, more severe offenses, according to a new audit.

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Free Santa photos at RC Willey

RC Willey  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Bring your family to meet Santa on Dec. 6, 13, and 20 from noon to 4 p.m. for a free photo with Santa!

Springville elementary employee arrested, accused of possessing child sex abuse material

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 6:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Springville elementary school skills coach was arrested Monday and accused of possessing child sexual abuse material.

Ogden man faces 8 felonies in shooting during alleged drug deal gone awry

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 5:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

An Ogden man faces eight felonies, including felony discharge of a firearm causing bodily injury, stemming from a shooting during an alleged drug deal gone awry.

'Ineffective leadership' within Salt Lake police led to low morale and issues, audit finds

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 5:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

A scathing new audit outlines multiple problems with old Salt Lake City police leadership that led to low morale, performance issues and other concerns.