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A tribute to excellence: Utah Valley resident James Clarke retires from Clearlink

Utah Valley Chamber  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Clarke is one of Utah's sharpest business minds. He founded Clearlink, Clarke Capital Partners, served on boards of private and public companies, supported global nonprofits and is committed deeply to higher education.

Salt Lake City postpones decision on $224K grant amid concerns over how it'll be used

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 7:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City leaders voted to adopt millions of dollars in grants to the city's budget on Tuesday, but they agreed to delay a vote on the smallest award amid the controversy it generated.

Misplaced wire label, other mishaps likely caused collision, Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says

Alexandra Skores, CNN  |  Updated Dec. 11 - 6:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

A misplaced wire label, the vulnerability of a bridge and other mishaps in protocols likely caused the collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge after a large vessel struck it in the spring last year, according to the National Transportation Safety Board.

Panthers' late goal sinks Mammoth, who drop 3rd straight

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 11:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mammoth fall to the Panthers 4-3 after Anton Lundell's goal with under a minute left to play lifts the defending champs over Utah.

Utah women use strong 2nd quarter to pull away in blowout over Boise State

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 10:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

Lani White took the game into her own hands.

DHS says a man detained by ICE was a predator. His attorneys say that's libel

Shelby Lofton and Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

After Jair Celis was arrested by ICE, the Department of Homeland Security is now being accused of libel by his legal representation due to comments it made on social media alleging he was a predator.

Volunteer pilots bring Santa, gifts to Title I schools on Utah-Arizona border

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 10:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Volunteer pilots from Angel Flight West delivered toys, coats, backpacks, and 500 books to students in Hildale, Utah and Colorado City, Arizona, during the annual Santa Flight on Wednesday.

Parent of student charged in shooting that killed teen at Kentucky State University

Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 9:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A parent of a Kentucky State University student has been charged with murder in an on-campus shooting that killed one student and critically injured another.

Weber State erred in creating list of 'prohibited' words, says Utah System of Higher Ed head

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 9:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah System of Higher Education Commissioner Geoff Landward said Weber State erred in creating list of "prohibited" words guest speakers may not use.

Footage shows officers confront father days before 'nightmare' hike that hospitalized children

Jacob Freeman and Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 8:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Newly obtained police documents show Micah Smith, charged with child abuse and torture, had a run-in with police a week before that left officers worried for his mental state.

Corner Canyon drops game to No. 2 St. Frances in Overtime national championship

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 8:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Burke ran for over 100 yards and a touchdown, and Virginia running back signee Jae'Oyn Williams threw for three touchdowns as St. Frances rallied to a 37-20 win over No. 23 Corner Canyon.

Divided Fed lowers rates, signals pause and 1 cut next year as growth rebounds

Howard Schneider and Ann Saphir, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 10 - 8:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

A sharply divided Federal Reserve cut interest rates on Wednesday, but signaled borrowing costs are unlikely to drop further in the near term as it awaits clarity on the job market, inflation and ​the economy.

US seizes oil tanker off coast of Venezuela, Trump says

Idrees Ali, Phil Stewart and Steve Holland, Reuters  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 8:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, a ​move that raised oil prices and is likely to further inflame tensions between Washington and Caracas.

School board unanimously votes to close Cedar Valley Elementary School; community reacts

Arianne Brown for KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 7:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Board of Education of the West District, also known as the Lake Mountain School District, voted to close Cedar Valley Elementary School last week. Cedar Fort residents cited concerns with the decision.

Slain Santaquin officer's family sues truck driver accused of killing him and driver's employer

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

The family of Santaquin Police Sgt. Bill Hooser has filed a lawsuit against the truck driver accused of intentionally hitting and killing him, as well as the trucking company and food manufacturer he was working for.

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From snowflakes to shorelines: Local tour company wants you to discover Hawaii

Southwest Adventure Tours  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

With two different Hawaiian itineraries to choose from, Southwest Adventure Tours gives you a front row seat to the culture, landscapes, and spirit of the islands.

'Frustrated' babysitter pleads guilty to murder in death of baby girl

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 6:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

A babysitter accused of smashing a 4-month-old baby's head into the corner of a metal door, resulting in her death, pleaded guilty this week to murder.

Southern Utah woman gave herself $98K in raises, charges say

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 5:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

A woman in southern Utah is facing charges of theft and communications fraud accusing her of giving herself raises that totaled nearly $100,000.

How Utah's newest lawmaker went from fighting HB267 to using his first vote to repeal it

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 5:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

After fighting to overturn Utah's law banning public unions from collective bargaining, teacher John Arthur cast his first vote in the Utah Legislature Tuesday to repeal that very same law.

House backs massive defense policy bill; Senate next

Patricia Zengerle, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 10 - 4:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

The House of Representatives passed a massive defense policy bill on Wednesday authorizing a record $901 billion ​in annual military spending, paving the way for the must-pass measure to become law for a 65th straight year.

Have You Seen This? Arizona lineman coaxes bear from atop utility pole

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 3:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

A lineman in Arizona helped prod a wayward bear that had climbed up a power pole to the ground and safety. It wasn't the first time he'd done it.

Who should draw the congressional maps? Here's what voters and Constitution say

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 3:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

As lawmakers spar with judges over redistricting, here's what voters and the Constitution say about who has the power to draw congressional maps.

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5 reasons to grow your startup in U. of U's Master of Business Creation Program (online or in person)

Master of Business Creation  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The award-winning Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah is available online or in person.