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Meta's new rules for kids go further, but critics say not enough

Barbara Ortutay and Wyatte Grantham-philips, Associated Press  |  Posted Aug. 28 - 8:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

Kids under 18 will soon see a host of changes to their Instagram and Facebook experiences thanks to a historic $18 billion settlement Meta Platforms reached Wednesday with 48 U.S. states.

Devon Dampier's progression reveals what could come next for Utah in 2026

Steve Bartle, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 28 - 8:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Devon Dampier proved to be a considerably better quarterback last season, despite throwing for fewer yards than he did during his final season at New Mexico.

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How Utah County is fueling Utah's rise and America's future

Curtis Blair, president and CEO, Utah Valley Chamber  |  Posted Aug. 28 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

This moment in Utah County history could help shape the economic future of Utah and, in many ways, the trajectory of the nation.

MOOYAH expanding Utah presence with 6 new locations

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 28 - 7:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utahns in two counties will soon have a new option for burgers, fries and shakes with MOOYAH set to expand its presence in the state with six new locations, the company announced Tuesday.

Norway's crown prince becomes King Haakon VIII after his father's death

Jan M. Olsen And Stefanie Dazio, Associated Press  |  Posted Aug. 28 - 7:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Norway has a new king. Crown Prince Haakon has ascended to the throne following the death of his father, King Harald V. His daughter becomes Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra and heir to the throne.

Nepal and China resume flood rescue after lake threat eases, death toll tops 500

Gopal Sharma, Sahana Bajracharya, Saurabh Sharma and Liz Lee, Reuters  |  Posted Aug. 28 - 6:43 a.m.  |  Save Story

Nepal and China resumed rescue operations that had been suspended briefly in the flood-hit Himalayas on Friday after risks from an overflowing lake were found to be manageable, easing fears of fresh devastation.

86-year-old who summited Mount Borah may be the oldest person to do it

Rett Nelson, East Idaho News  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 10:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

At 86, Noel Johnson may quite possibly be the oldest person to summit Mount Borah.

Over 14,000 without power in southern Utah

VideoDevin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 10:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

Over 14,000 Rocky Mountain Power customers in southern Utah were without power Thursday evening.

New MRI machine uses AI to reduce time, make clearer images at Intermountain Medical Center

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 9:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Intermountain Health's hospital in Murray is the second in the U.S. to use an innovative MRI machine with advanced technology and AI software that can improve diagnosis.

Utah homeowners are being flooded with unwanted offers to buy their homes

Matt Gephardt, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A West Haven woman says strangers are calling and texting almost daily with offers to buy her home, even contacting her adult children.

Judge again blocks Trump mail ballot executive order in ruling that's likely to be swiftly appealed

Nicholas Riccardi, Associated Press  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 8:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal judge on Thursday halted — at least for now — attempts to implement President Donald Trump's executive order limiting mail voting.

U. researchers find possible water source in Mount Timpanogos rock glacier

Bryanna Willis, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 8:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

New research methods are revealing how much water can be found buried in Utah's mountains, leading to a deeper understanding of the state's water supply and possible methods of conservation.

Revolution Medicines gets FDA nod for targeted pancreatic cancer drug

Reuters  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 8:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved Revolution Medicines' targeted drug for adults with ​metastatic pancreatic cancer who have received prior treatment or ‌cannot receive combination chemotherapy.

Man sentenced for chase that closed road to Salt Lake International Airport

VideoMichael Houck, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 7:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A convicted felon turned an attempted traffic stop for a revoked driver's license into a police pursuit that ended near the Salt Lake City International Airport.

Animators from Pixar's 'Cars' reveal Utah's inspiration for the movie

VideoBrian Carlson  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 7:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

For anyone who's seen the animated movie "Cars" by Disney Pixar, Utah's roads may have you taking a double take.

Here's what we learned about No. 14 BYU football as Cougars wrap training camp

VideoSean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 6:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Here's what we learned since the start of August as the Sept. 5 season opener against Utah Tech approaches.

California couple confront their surrogate in a Texas court as dispute over newborn escalates

Jamie Stengle And Anna Wilder/report For America, Associated Press  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 6:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

A California couple in an escalating fight with their surrogate over a newborn with a life-threatening heart defect told a Texas court Tuesday that the child's condition has worsened and they are anguished by attempts to deny them parental rights because they previously wanted an abortion.

Hundreds of Utah families set to lose childcare assistance

VideoDaniel Woodruff and Heather Peterson, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 6:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Department of Workforce Services is lowering the income eligibility limit to qualify for Utah's childcare assistance program.

US judge weighs challenge to restore Trump's name to Kennedy Center

Mike Scarcella, Reuters  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 5:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

An attorney for a U.S. lawmaker on Thursday urged a federal judge to again block the John F. ​Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington from inscribing President Donald Trump's name on the facade of the iconic venue.

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BYU athletic department reportedly restructured; Brian Santiago no longer oversees football

Mitch Harper, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 5:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

BYU athletics director Brian Santiago will no longer oversee the BYU football program.

How to stop overthinking (it's easier than you think)

VideoLauren Tippetts, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 5:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Do you ever keep replaying a conversation? KSL Relationship Contributor Matt Townsend shared four ways to help change the pattern.

What Meta settlement actually changes for Utah kids

Brooke Nally for KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 4:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's landmark settlement with Meta will put daily time limits, nighttime blocks and school-hour restrictions on Instagram and Facebook for kids. Here's what changes, when it starts and what parents should do now.

South Salt Lake restaurant becomes first Utah eatery to earn coveted Michelin star

VideoCarter Williams, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 4:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

A fine dining restaurant that debuted in South Salt Lake last year is now the first Utah eatery to receive an iconic Michelin star, while several others in Utah received honors from the famed guide.