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'It's perfect for our program': Utah baseball officially opens Charlie Monfort Field

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 5:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

The University of Utah baseball team finally has a home.

Utah lawmakers looking to reduce penalties for speeding in school zones

Brian Carlson, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 5:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah lawmakers are considering changes to penalties for drivers caught speeding in school zones. In short, the penalties for certain drivers would be reduced.

Bruce Springsteen releases Minneapolis protest song, sings 'ICE out now!'

Andrew Hay, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 28 - 4:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Bruce Springsteen on Wednesday released a protest song honoring Alex Pretti and Renee ​Good, two Minneapolis residents killed during President Donald Trump's aggressive immigration raids.

Have You Seen This? Girl's first bike ride inspires joyous reaction

Grant Olsen for KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 3:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

My wish? That the rest of us can all experience moments in our lives that make us feel as proud and happy as this girl.

South Salt Lake police officer arrested, accused of being intoxicated on duty

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated Jan. 28 - 3:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

A South Salt Lake police officer trainee was arrested while on duty and accused of driving and carrying a weapon while under the influence.

FBI searches Atlanta election office related to 2020 US presidential vote

Jana Winter, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 28 - 2:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

The FBI is executing a search warrant at a Fulton County election ​office outside Atlanta related to an investigation into possible interference in Georgia in the 2020 U.S. presidential election.

Utah health department reports 54 recent measles cases as outbreak continues

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 1:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Department of Health and Human Services on Tuesday reported 54 newly identified cases in the last three weeks as measles continues to spread.

Rubio touts progress with Venezuela's new leaders in Senate hearing

Patricia Zengerle, Simon Lewis and Humeyra Pamuk, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 28 - 12:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told the Senate on Wednesday that Venezuela's new leaders were moving toward closer ties with the United States, leaving no immediate need for further U.S. military action.

Utah's Democratic leaders push against idea of immigrant detention center in the state

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 12:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's Democratic leaders are pressing the state's federal delegation to oppose the notion of building an immigrant detention facility in the state.

Fed holds rates steady, sees 'elevated' inflation and stabilizing job market

Howard Schneider, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 28 - 12:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, citing still-elevated inflation alongside solid economic growth, and giving little ​indication in its latest policy statement of when borrowing costs might fall again.

Overnight count seeks to touch base with Utahns experiencing homelessness

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Road Home is taking a new approach to ensure more families are identified during Salt Lake County's upcoming Point-In-Time Count.

Utah Republicans push to end exceptions for child transgender treatments

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 11:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

The bill, sponsored by Rep. Rex Shipp, R-Cedar City, would permanently prohibit health care providers from prescribing hormonal transgender treatment, such as cross-sex hormones and puberty blockers, to minors.

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Fascinating historical locations in Utah and how you can keep them safe

Utah State Historical Preservation Office  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah State Historic Preservation Office is launching a new, multi-year anti-vandalism campaign to help Protect Our Past.

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California's political problems funded Utah's booming energy market

Eva Terry, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 11:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

Regulations kept the state from generating electricity from coal, so California outsourced production to Utah.

Ogden man charged with kidnapping, sodomy for alleged relationship with minor

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 11:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

An Ogden man has been charged with aggravated kidnapping and forcible sodomy stemming from an alleged relationship with a minor in 2018 and 2019.

US review of Alex Pretti killing does not mention him brandishing firearm

Ted Hesson, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 28 - 10:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

An initial government review of the fatal shooting of U.S. citizen Alex Pretti by ​immigration agents in Minneapolis made no mention of him brandishing a firearm, despite initial statements by Trump officials highlighting the weapon.

'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' headlines blockbuster Broadway at the Eccles season

Leigh Gibson for KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 10:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Broadway is returning to downtown Salt Lake City with what many theater fans are calling the strongest lineup in the history of Broadway at the Eccles.

Chronic absenteeism: Lawmakers from both parties pledge to get Utah kids back in class

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 9:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Last year, prior to the current academic year, the Utah State Board of Education reported that almost a quarter of Utah students were chronically absent during the 2023-2024 school year.

After community outcry, Sandy intersection has new LED lighting system

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 9:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sandy takes action to improve intersection safety after a tragedy.

Defense does not want video of Charlie Kirk assassination shown at hearing

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 8:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

Tyler Robinson, charged with killing Charlie Kirk, and his team have filed an objection to a video of Kirk's death that they expect prosecutors to show at his next hearing.

Why is the University of Utah launching a federalism/American governance initiative?

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 8:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

The University of Utah launched its "civic engagement" initiative: a presidential initiative on federalism, law and American governance, part of its strategic reinvestment. Here's why.

Visitation at Utah's national parks was steady in 2025 — except for this park

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Visitation to Utah's "Mighty 5" slid somewhat in 2025, but not to the extent of other National Park Service-managed parks in the state.

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9 fun Utah Valley spots where you can escape the winter cold

Utah Valley Chamber  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Valley offers plenty of activities that don't depend on the weather or even a heavy coat. In fact, some destinations require nothing more than a swimsuit.