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Harry Potter-themed Halloween display draws thousands of visitors in Orem

VideoAnnette Campbell, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 16 - 7:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

A home in Orem has transformed into "480 Hogwarts," inviting witches, wizards and even muggles to experience a touch of magic this Halloween season.

Pope's doctors say tests confirm continued improvement in his condition after cancer surgery

Nicole Winfield, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 16 - 7:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Doctors said Friday that tests have confirmed the "continued improvement" in Pope Leo XIV's condition following lung cancer surgery.

Religious leaders gather for largest interfaith event ever held in Utah

VideoCarole Mikita, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 16 - 6:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

Religious leaders, scholars and government policymakers from around the world gathered Thursday in Salt Lake City for the G20 Interfaith Forum.

More roller coasters shut down as authorities investigate fatal fall at Georgia amusement park

Russ Bynum and Sudhin Thanawala, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 16 - 6:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Georgia amusement park where a man fell to his death from a roller coaster is set to reopen amid a growing safety probe of roller coasters made by the same manufacturer.

Oilers run out of gas as Utah Mammoth deliver first regulation loss of the season to Edmonton

Cole Bagley, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 11:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Mammoth are currently tied for the best record in the western conference after successfully handing the Edmonton Oilers their first regulation loss of the season to improve to 6-2.

How much should you trust your fitness tracker?

VideoEmma Benson, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 10:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

From heart rate to sleep, fitness trackers offer plenty of data, but knowing when to trust the numbers and when to seek care matters.

No. 14 BYU volleyball sweeps Utah in first of 2 meetings between rivals

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 10:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

The new-look Utah volleyball team welcomed rival BYU to the Huntsman Center Thursday night, looking to upset the No. 14 team in the country.

TSA scales back PreCheck benefit announced just weeks ago

Aaron Cooper, CNN  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 10:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Transportation Security Administration has scaled back a program that allows PreCheck members who are not flying to go through security, according to some of the airports where it had been operating.

Carbon High School advances in national competition for $1 million stadium upgrade

VideoShelby Lofton, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 10:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Carbon High School in Price is a finalist in the running for a $1 million stadium upgrade through T-Mobile's Friday Night 5G Lights competition.

Cancer survivor cycles around the world to raise awareness for cancer research

VideoMadi Vollmer, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 9:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

A former French national cycling champion is riding across continents on a three-year journey to raise awareness and funds for cancer research and inspire others living with the disease.

US judge tosses Trump administration lawsuit over New York City 'sanctuary' laws

Reuters  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 9:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal judge on Thursday threw ​out a Trump administration lawsuit that sought to block New York City laws limiting cooperation ‌with federal immigration enforcement, finding the government did not have ⁠a valid basis to ​sue.

After wildfire and flooding, Eagle Point Ski Resort remains closed for 2026-27 Ski Season

VideoAlex Cabrero, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Eagle Point Ski Resort will remain closed this ski season. However, that hasn't discouraged the resort's owner, who is committed to working toward reopening.

Free weekly 5Ks in Cedar City and Provo aim to unite communities one run at a time

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 8:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Cedar City and Provo now offer free weekly 5Ks, also known as a parkrun. Parkrun originated in London, England in 2004 with just 13 runners. Now it has 2,850 events across more than 22 countries with an average weekly participation of approximately 450,000 runners and walkers. Provo Mayor Marsha Judkins said she plans on being at the inaugural event this Saturday.

Factory championing women workers named world's best new building

Oscar Holland, CNN  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 8:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

Featuring tranquil courtyards, pond-lined walkways and a facade bursting with tropical plants, a rug factory in Bangladesh has claimed one of architecture's top prizes.

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One more chance to participate in canoe cleanup of the Jordan River

Staff  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 8:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Volunteers are requested for the final canoe cleanup of the Jordan River in 2026.

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Salt Lake County resource fair to offer free Naloxone kits

  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 7:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake County Health Department will host a free resource fair on Saturday that includes naloxone kits, mental health screenings and boxed lunches.

Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store clashed on social media. Behind it, power dynamics loomed

Deepti Hajela, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 7:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Kelly Clarkson's recent dispute with a Brooklyn store highlights the power dynamics between celebrities and everyday people.

Man shot, killed in police shooting near Erda identified

Payton Davis, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 7:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

The man who police shot and killed near Erda on Wednesday has been identified.

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Join the festivities in Tooele with free trunk-or-treating and winter clothing giveaways

Aspen Ridge  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

If you're interested in doing something fun while making a difference this Halloween in the Tooele community, here are a few reasons to attend this year's Trunk-or-Treat.

Elderly Tooele man accused of stabbing wife multiple times

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 6:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man in his 80s was arrested early Thursday for investigation of attempted murder after police say he stabbed his wife multiple times.

Do fans actually want 24 teams in an expanded College Football Playoff?

Na'Andre Emerson, Deseret News  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 6:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

College football leaders appear to be getting closer to expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams.

Commercial goods no longer entering Gaza, raising fears of worsening shortages in the territory

Sam Metz and Bassem Mroue, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 6:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

No commercial goods have entered the Gaza Strip for two days, Israeli authorities said Thursday. The reason is disputed by Palestinian importers.

Veyo mom enters plea in toddler's hot-car death

Staff  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 6:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A southern Utah mother charged after her 3-year-old son died in a hot car last year has accepted a plea deal.