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FBI chief Kash Patel defends hiring standards changes on prostitution, bestiality at fiery hearing

Eric Tucker, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 15 - 1:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

FBI Director Kash Patel defended the bureau's loosening of hiring requirements regarding prostitution and bestiality in a contentious during a contentious Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.

Prosecutors won't pursue death penalty for Rob Reiner's son in killing of his parents

Andrew Dalton, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 15 - 1:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

Prosecutors in California say they won't pursue the death penalty for Rob Reiner's son Nick in the killing of his parents.

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Utah Teacher of the Year recipient dies unexpectedly weeks after award ceremony

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 12:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

Talia Casares, a sixth-grade school teacher at Moroni Elementary, died weeks after receiving the Utah Teacher of the Year Award.

Intermountain Health to convert West Valley City building into new medical campus

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 12:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

Intermountain Health announced a new medical campus on Tuesday "in the heart" of West Valley City. The nonprofit healthcare organization said it acquired the nine-story Fairbourne building and plans to convert it into a medical campus and "major healthcare hub."

Kennedy Center board votes to close over financial woes, Trump branding dispute, sources say

Steven Sloan, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 12:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

The board of the Kennedy Center voted on Tuesday to close over financial issues and a dispute over putting President Donald Trump's name on the iconic performing arts venue, according to people familiar with the matter.

Downtown Idaho Falls businesses damaged in vandalism spree

Rachel Jensen, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 12:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Business owners in downtown Idaho Falls are seeking answers after experiencing broken windows and other damage to their storefronts early Saturday morning.

'Nothing out of the ordinary' before SUU helicopter crash, report says

VideoCarter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 11:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Federal investigators say that a Southern Utah University flight instructor failed to maintain proper pitch control, which led to a helicopter crash that injured the instructor and a student earlier this year.

For the first time, Japan has more than 100,000 centenarians

Chris Lau and Junko Ogura, CNN  |  Updated Sept. 15 - 11:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

Japan has been gripped by a declining population for decades, but one age group is adding new members, and there are more of them than ever — centenarians.

Utah dad turns daughter's Type 1 diabetes experience into push for a cure

VideoEmma Benson, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 15 - 11:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah father is turning his daughter's experience with Type 1 diabetes into a push to accelerate research toward a cure.

Senate blocks cryptocurrency regulation as Democrats push back on Trump investments

Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 10:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

Senate Democrats have blocked legislation to create a new regulatory framework for cryptocurrency.

Provo charges against Reckless Ben dismissed as Lego saga continues

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 9:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Misdemeanor charges in the Provo Justice Court against YouTuber Benjamin Schneider were dismissed on Monday, but his 4th District Court charges remain.

Nearly 1 in 5 young people turn to AI for mental health advice. What Utah parents should know

Eric Cabrera, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 15 - 9:43 a.m.  |  Save Story

A national study found nearly 1 in 5 young people have used AI for mental health advice, and most haven't told anyone. A psychiatrist says parents should start by asking questions, not lecturing.

What No. 11 BYU's response to Arizona adversity revealed about Cougars' identity

VideoSean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 9:14 a.m.  |  Save Story

Noah Fifita had his way in the first half, but the Cougars controlled the line of scrimmage to move to 2-0 on the season.

Byrd Ficklin trusted Wayshawn Parker to make a play — and the two delivered for Utah football

Steve Bartle, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 8:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

Before Utah football took the field against Arkansas, Wayshawn Parker made a promise to Byrd Ficklin.

Meta announces data center expansion, new community investments in Eagle Mountain

Raegan Edelman, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 15 - 8:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

Meta has announced a massive expansion of its data center in Eagle Mountain, and the city said it fully supports the plan.

Mortgage rates topping 7%

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 7:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

Mortgage rates have shot up beyond 7% for the first time in more than a year.

1 dead after car crashes into American Preparatory Academy

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 7:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

One person died on Monday night when they crashed into a charter school in West Valley City, leaving the car in flames and the school with minor damage.

Tiny buildings, big memories: Pocatello native recreates local landmarks

Lisa Lete, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 6:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

When one of downtown Pocatello's most recognizable buildings disappeared this summer, Jonah Saunders decided to preserve a little piece of its history.

Utah man recalls 9/11 experience in new book, reflects on life-changing days at ground zero

VideoDebbie Worthen, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 15 - 6:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

One Utah man carries a perspective on September 11 unlike most Americans. Twenty-five years later, Shaun Parry still keeps a box filled with reminders of the day that changed his life.

BYU employee identified as man killed in Provo while riding bike

Devin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 14 - 10:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

Police said Vincent Stanley Benfell was hit by a car in Provo earlier this month.

Smithfield Utah Temple will open to the public next spring ahead of dedication

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 14 - 10:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced on Monday that the open house for the Smithfield temple will run from Feb. 25 to March 27, 2027 ahead of the temple's dedication on April 18.

Fund launched as frustrated Salt Lake City residents fume over flooding fiasco

VideoCarter Williams and Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 14 - 9:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Residents of Salt Lake City's west side are banding together to help a little more than a dozen homeowners who were displaced or affected by flooding.

Locals in the NFL: Jaxson Dart, 'stepbrother' Skattebo team up to guide Giants to season-opening win

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 14 - 9:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

The former Arizona State running back was representing his quarterback with Dart's Corner Canyon jersey from his senior year of high school.