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'Moderate to severe' turbulence reported prior to fatal plane crash in Utah Lake

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 10:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

The NTSB has released a preliminary report regarding a plane crash into Utah Lake in August that killed a student pilot.

Federal investigators probe Amazon cargo jet's fiery runway crash that killed 5 in Miami

David Fischer, Marc Levy and Jeffrey Collins, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 7 - 9:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Federal investigators examining why an Amazon cargo jet barreled off a runway at Miami International Airport and into vehicles, killing at least five people, are likely to focus on a crucial moment in the landing: whether the plane touched down too late to stop safely.

25 years later, 9/11 responders are still dying from illnesses tied to the attacks

John Domen, WTOP  |  Updated Sept. 7 - 8:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Sept. 11, 2001 attacks killed thousands of people in a matter of hours. Nearly 25 years later, illnesses tied to response efforts continue claiming lives. More than 400 FBI employees have been diagnosed, and dozens have died.

Competency evaluation ordered for man accused of setting Timp Fire

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 7:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Man facing multiple counts of arson says 'supernatural force' has 'control over the case,' according to court documents.

Idaho Falls mom turns kids' eczema struggles into children's book

Lisa Lete, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 7:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

An Idaho Falls mother turned her children's struggles with eczema into a children's book designed to help kids feel less alone while raising awareness about the condition.

A billion flies are now in the screwworm fight. Will there be enough?

Jen Christensen, CNN  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 6:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

A lot is riding on the shiny green backs of large red-eyed sterile flies that scientists from the United States, Mexico and Panama have been raising to combat a screwworm infestation.

Crowds flock to Utah canyon areas to mark Labor Day

VideoAndrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 5:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tibble Fork Reservoir was particularly packed with hundreds of people who came to paddleboard, lay out and spend time with friends and family on this Labor Day weekend.

This Salt Lake City taco shop is looking to expand without losing unique 'alley street feel'

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 5:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Five years after opening, Salt Lake City restaurant ROCTACO is looking to expand — if the fit is right.

1 killed in crash on state Route 89 in Utah County

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 4:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

A head-on collision on Monday near the town of Birdseye resulted in one death and two injuries.

Fuel prices at record Labor Day high in US thanks to Iran war and refinery issues

Jeffrey Collins, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 4:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gas prices in the U.S. have hit a record high for Labor Day weekend, averaging $4.14 per gallon. This is nearly a dollar more than last year and surpasses the previous record from 2012.

Have You Seen This?: Dream job alert: International ice cream taster for Snoop Dogg

VideoPat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 3:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Snoop Dogg wants to hire someone to travel the world and taste ice cream for three months for $10K per month.

'Remarkable' noses — new dogs in Utah corrections program can search for electronics

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 3:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two new dogs introduced in the Utah Department of Corrections' system are trained to find hidden cellphones and other electronics.

Trump promotes idea of changing name of New Mexico to 'New America'

Marcelo Teixeira, Reuters  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 2:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump spent the early ​part of the Labor Day holiday posting memes on social media in support of ‌changing the name of the state of New Mexico to 'New ⁠America' as tense trade ​negotiations with Mexico ramp ⁠up.

Utah State searches for answers after season-opening loss to Idaho State

Brian Preece, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 1:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah State football opened the season with a result it didn't expect. Bronco Mendenhall didn't try to explain it away.

Peteetneet Fire in Payson now 60% contained

Madi Vollmer, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 1:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Peteetneet Fire near Nebo Loop Road in Payson is now 60% contained as firefighters continue battling the blaze from the ground and air.

KSL Outdoors Snapshot of the Week: September 5, 2026

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 12:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

KSL Outdoors Snapshot of the Week from our September 5, 2026 episode.

Driver killed early Sunday in rollover crash

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 12:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A crash on I-80 early Sunday claimed the life of a driver, according to the Utah Highway Patrol.

Teen's Make-A-Wish meeting with Dolly Parton left a lasting mark on her family

Greenlee Clark, KIVI  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 11:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

For the Young family of Star, Dolly Parton was never just a country music star. She was a role model. A constant in their lives. And eventually — a Make-A-Wish dream come true.

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The conspiracy machine that won't let Charlie Kirk rest

Emma Pitts, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 11:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

His allies thought speculation about his assassination would fade. Nearly a year later, it has only evolved.

Bicyclist hit, killed in Provo

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 11:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

A bicylist was hit by a car and later died at a hospital Monday morning.

Company believes drone cloud seeding tech could help restore the Great Salt Lake in the future

VideoAndrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 10:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

As the woes of the Great Salt Lake continue to deepen, a California-based company believes its next-generation cloud seeding technology may be part of the solution.

Holocaust survivor to speak at University of Utah

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 9:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sora Vigorito, the youngest known survivor of Dr. Joseph Mengele's twin experiments during the Holocaust, will speak at the University of Utah on Tuesday, Sept. 15.

Nepal holds a day of mourning after floods kill at least 1,300 people

Binaj Gurubacharya, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 8:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

Nepal is holding a day of mourning to remember those killed in the Aug. 26 floods. Flags were lowered at government offices, and families concluded mourning rituals. The floods killed more than 1,300 people in Nepal and Tibet and left about 5,000 missing.