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The US flu season is off to a very early start. It's targeting the South and West now

The US flu season is off to a very early start. It's targeting the South and West now

Mike Stobbe, Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 9:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. flu season is off to a very early start, and it's quickly intensifying.
Review: 'How to Rob a Bank' is a fun heist movie that occasionally gets in its own way

Review: 'How to Rob a Bank' is a fun heist movie that occasionally gets in its own way

John Clyde for KSL  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 8:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

"How to Rob a Bank" is clever, funny and has some genuinely entertaining moments. It also has a few problems that keep it from being as good as it could have been.
Kirt Michaelis selected as next president of Mountainland Technical College

Kirt Michaelis selected as next president of Mountainland Technical College

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 8:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Board of Higher Education on Friday voted unanimously to appoint Kirt Michaelis as the next president of Mountainland Technical College.
Wyoming man accused of firing shot in road rage confrontation in Utah

Wyoming man accused of firing shot in road rage confrontation in Utah

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 8:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

A driver who police say fired a round during a confrontation with another vehicle on I-80 in Summit County has been arrested.
'Standing up here alone feels wrong': Steven Spielberg honored at film benefit

'Standing up here alone feels wrong': Steven Spielberg honored at film benefit

Bianca Betancourt, CNN  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 7:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hollywood legend Steven Spielberg, who at 79 remains the highest grossing director of all time, was honored on Thursday night at the Museum of Modern Art's glitzy annual Film Benefit.
Millburn extends lead over Lee in tightly contested Davis County Commission race

Millburn extends lead over Lee in tightly contested Davis County Commission race

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 7:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

Bret Millburn has extended his 18-vote lead over Susan Lee in the tightly contest race for a Davis County Commission seat, but more votes have to be counted.
Federal Aviation Administration says airplane departures can resume following nationwide ground stop

Federal Aviation Administration says airplane departures can resume following nationwide ground stop

VideoJosh Funk And Will Weissert, Associated Press  |  Updated Nov. 13 - 7:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Federal Aviation Administration says airplane departures can resume after the agency lifted a nationwide ground stop caused by communications problems.
The US and Mexico are on the verge of forfeiting a major health victory. Here's what to know

The US and Mexico are on the verge of forfeiting a major health victory. Here's what to know

Mike Stobbe, Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 6:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

International health experts are meeting to assess whether the U.S. and Mexico have lost their measles elimination status. Large outbreaks in recent years have led to thousands of illnesses and about a dozen deaths
50 years after iconic film, a gathering of 'Rocky' fans in Philadelphia breaks a world record

50 years after iconic film, a gathering of 'Rocky' fans in Philadelphia breaks a world record

Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 6:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

The story of Rocky Balboa is one that audiences love and know well – of resilience, grit and persevering despite the odds.
Sandy drops proposed Highland Drive study after public backlash

Sandy drops proposed Highland Drive study after public backlash

VideoShelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 6:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sandy city leaders will not move forward with funding a study exploring a Highland Drive extension after receiving widespread public opposition. Officials say transportation concerns remain and discussions could continue.
U.S. Army reverses decision restricting Dugway Proving Ground's community outreach

U.S. Army reverses decision restricting Dugway Proving Ground's community outreach

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 5:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Army reversed its decision to prevent the Dugway Proving Ground and the Yuma Proving Ground in Arizona from maintaining their own social media accounts.
All passengers and crew on New Orleans paddleboat survive crash with tanker on Mississippi River

All passengers and crew on New Orleans paddleboat survive crash with tanker on Mississippi River

Jack Brook and Jeffrey Collins, Associated Press  |  Updated Nov. 13 - 5:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

A tanker in New Orleans that apparently lost its steering slammed into a docked river cruise boat with 180 people aboard Friday, the mayor said. All aboard survived after the crash prompted a massive rescue operation for passengers and crew who plunged into the Mississippi River as the ship took on water and began to topple over.
Napping driver whose truck accelerated on Kansas soccer field, killing 2, won't be charged

Napping driver whose truck accelerated on Kansas soccer field, killing 2, won't be charged

Ed White, Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 5:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

A soccer mom napping in her pickup truck when it suddenly accelerated onto the field at a Kansas youth tournament where her child was playing, killing two people, won't face criminal charges, a prosecutor said.
Trump, Xi and Putin plan an unprecedented joint meeting on the sidelines of APEC, officials say

Trump, Xi and Putin plan an unprecedented joint meeting on the sidelines of APEC, officials say

Aamer Madhani, Huizhong Wu and Vladimir Isachenkov, Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 5:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

The leaders of the United States, China and Russia plan to meet in Shenzhen for an unprecedented trilateral summit focused on nuclear arms talks and other geopolitical tensions, though analysts expect few concrete agreements.
Corner Canyon High School students bring Disney's 'Frozen' to the stage

Corner Canyon High School students bring Disney's 'Frozen' to the stage

Tamara Vaifanua, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 4:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Performing arts students at Corner Canyon High School invite the community to their production of "Frozen."
FAA nationwide ground stop impacts local college football teams and matchups

FAA nationwide ground stop impacts local college football teams and matchups

Mitch Harper, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 4:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Friday's sudden ground stop for departing flights out of U.S. airports issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has impacted travelers around the country.
Family Dollar to pay $63M settlement after Utah, FTC allege company overcharged customers

Family Dollar to pay $63M settlement after Utah, FTC allege company overcharged customers

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 4:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

"Utah families shouldn't have to worry that the price at checkout will be higher than the price they saw on the shelf," Utah Attorney General Derek Brown said.
Have you seen this? Johnny Depp is not afraid of goats in hilarious interview

Have you seen this? Johnny Depp is not afraid of goats in hilarious interview

VideoEmily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 3:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ghosts or goats? A reporter and Johnny Depp can't seem to get on the same page in a viral video from the "Ebenezer" premiere.
Son of former CIA Director John Brennan arrested on child sexual abuse images charge

Son of former CIA Director John Brennan arrested on child sexual abuse images charge

Alanna Durkin Richer and Eric Tucker, Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 3:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

The son of former CIA Director John Brennan was arrested Friday on a federal charge related to child sexual abuse images, according to authorities.
Wrangle weeds, win cash: Hurricane mayor hosts 'Tumbleweed Takeover'

Wrangle weeds, win cash: Hurricane mayor hosts 'Tumbleweed Takeover'

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 2:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hurricane Mayor Clark Fawcett is inviting residents to join a Saturday "Tumbleweed Takeover" cleanup to help clear the city of invasive weeds that have blocked sidewalks and doorways.
Pick Six Previews: Utah to keep undefeated streak, but it Arizona to keep it tight

Pick Six Previews: Utah to keep undefeated streak, but it Arizona to keep it tight

VideoBrett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 1:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah will extend the nation's best win streak, remain undefeated, but will also be the latest hangover victim against-the-spread. With Arizona as a field goal underdog, look for a tight-margin win for the Utes.
Petition argues against potential early closure of Utah County school

Petition argues against potential early closure of Utah County school

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 13 - 1:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Parents, students and neighbors are petitioning against an early closure of Wilson Elementary School in Payson.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will soon celebrate 100th edition: Which stars are in the lineup?

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will soon celebrate 100th edition: Which stars are in the lineup?

Mark Kennedy, Associated Press  |  Updated Nov. 13 - 1:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Megan Moroney,Teddy Swims, Queen Latifah, Keke Palmer, Jimmy Fallon & The Roots and JoJo will help celebrate the 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade this year, a lineup that includes a record-breaking, very appropriate 100 inflatables in the sky
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