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DOJ has opened a federal civil rights probe into the death of Alex Pretti, deputy AG says
Michael Biesecker and Rebecca Santana, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 30 - 10:27 a.m. | Save Story
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche says the Justice Department has opened a federal civil rights investigation into the death of Alex Pretti, the Minneapolis resident killed by Border Patrol officers.
Trump picks former Fed official Warsh to run US central bank
Ann Saphir and Susan Heavey, Reuters | Posted Jan. 30 - 9:24 a.m. | Save Story
President Donald Trump on Friday chose former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh to head the U.S. central bank when Jerome Powell's leadership term ends in May.
Judge dismisses murder, weapons charges against alleged CEO killer Luigi Mangione
Jack Queen, Reuters | Posted Jan. 30 - 8:43 a.m. | Save Story
A New York federal judge on Friday dismissed murder and weapons charges against alleged UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione, which means Mangione no longer faces a possible death penalty if convicted.
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon arrested after church protest in Minnesota
Jana Winter, Andrew Goudsward and Katharine Jackson, Reuters | Updated Jan. 30 - 8:33 a.m. | Save Story
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon has been arrested for his involvement in a protest at a church, his lawyer and a Justice Department official familiar with the situation said on Friday.
Volunteers walk Jordan River Trail for Point-in-Time homelessness count
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Jan. 30 - 8:01 a.m. | Save Story
The yearly Point-in-Time Count aims to figure out where and how federal funding is needed to help the unsheltered population.
Team KSL learns what makes an authentic Italian meal ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics
Deanie Wimmer, KSL | Posted Jan. 30 - 7:34 a.m. | Save Story
As Team KSL prepares to head to Italy for the Winter Olympics, the group learned the five rules for an authentic experience at a restaurant from one in their own backyard.
South Korea's former first lady sentenced to 20 months in prison for corruption
Hyung-jin Kim, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 30 - 7:03 a.m. | Save Story
The wife of South Korea's ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced on Wednesday to 20 months in prison for corruption, as her husband awaits a verdict on a high-stakes rebellion charge.
Amazon axes 16,000 jobs as it pushes AI and efficiency
Greg Bensinger, Reuters | Updated Jan. 30 - 6:32 a.m. | Save Story
Amazon confirmed 16,000 corporate job cuts on Wednesday, completing a plan for around 30,000 since October, while leaving open the possibility of further reductions.
Utah bill addresses e-bike safety issues
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted Jan. 30 - 6:07 a.m. | Save Story
A lawmaker introduced a bill Wednesday he hoped would address increasing safety concerns surrounding the use of electric bikes and off-road motorcycles.
'Families are squeezed': Utah lawmakers urged to focus on high cost of living
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 11:02 p.m. | Save Story
At a rally Thursday on the steps of the Capitol, faith and community leaders said too many families are getting left behind as prices keep rising, urging lawmakers to focus on affordability.
It's early, but League One Volleyball's top team is in Salt Lake after thrilling 5-set win
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 10:56 p.m. | Save Story
Alexa Gray had 24 kills and nine digs, and fellow BYU alum Roni Jones-Perry added 18 kills as LOVB Salt Lake rallied to reverse sweep LOVB Austin 20-25, 23-25, 25-19, 25-19, 15-10.
Utah nurses hold vigil for Minnesota man killed during immigration enforcement protest
Daniel Woodruff and Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 10:03 p.m. | Save Story
Utah nurses and other community members gathered Thursday to honor the Minnesota man killed during a protest.
Sweeping oil reform in Venezuela approved; operators expected to gain autonomy
Marianna Parraga, Reuters | Posted Jan. 29 - 10:02 p.m. | Save Story
Lawmakers approved in a final vote on Thursday a sweeping reform of Venezuela's main oil law after sweetening the original proposal by interim President Delcy Rodriguez.
Carbon County man sentenced to prison for murder of his mother
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 9:38 p.m. | Save Story
A man was sentenced to prison on Tuesday after he pleaded guilty to shooting and killing his mother. His brother spoke about their mother's love and said that is why she stayed in the home despite knowing the danger.
As if! 'Clueless,' 'The Karate Kid,' 'Inception' among 25 movies entering National Film Registry
Jocelyn Noveck, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 29 - 9:12 p.m. | Save Story
As if they'd leave "Clueless" off the list. The film, along with 1984's "The Karate Kid" and 2010 smash hit "Inception," were selected into the National Film Registry, announced on Thursday.
'High School Musical' star Lucas Grabeel visits East High theater class rehearsal
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 8:47 p.m. | Save Story
Lucas Grabeel, best known for his role as Ryan Evans in the "High School Musical" trilogy, dropped in on the East High theater's rehearsal Thursday to offer his insight and expertise.
'It's touching': First of 5 businesses damaged by Main Street fire reopens
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 8:11 p.m. | Save Story
A restaurant heavily damaged by a massive fire on Main Street in downtown Salt Lake City last year is open again, marking a big step in postfire recovery for the area.
Driver charged with automobile homicide in Sanpete County crash
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 7:37 p.m. | Save Story
A Mt. Pleasant man was charged Thursday with using a "handheld device" while driving and causing a fatal crash in September in Sanpete County.
How to watch the 2026 Winter Olympics from the home of the 2034 Games
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City is turning its civic center — the space between the Salt Lake Main Library and Washington Square — into the ultimate free Milano Cortina 2026 Games viewing space.
Trump, Democrats say deal reached to avert shutdown; immigration talks to continue
Richard Cowan, David Morgan and Nolan D. McCaskill, Reuters | Updated Jan. 29 - 6:37 p.m. | Save Story
President Donald Trump on Thursday endorsed a bipartisan spending deal that would stave off a government shutdown as talks to rein in immigration agents continued.
Argentinian siblings offer panel discussion on art exhibit 'Instrumentos de silencio'
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 6:36 p.m. | Save Story
Argentinian siblings Gonzalo and Susana Silva will take part in a panel discussion on their exhibit at the Utah Museum of Contemporary Art, Instrumentos de Silencio.
Review: 'Send Help' is a wild, uncomfortable ride
John Clyde for KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 6:01 p.m. | Save Story
"Send Help" is certainly a lot of things. But out of all of those I'm not sure any of them were for me.
A former Illinois deputy is sentenced to 20 years in prison for killing Sonya Massey
John O'connor, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 29 - 5:29 p.m. | Save Story
A former Illinois sheriff's deputy on Thursday was sentenced to 20 years in prison for fatally shooting Sonya Massey, a Black woman who dialed 911 asking for help.
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