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Struggling to sleep? Why heat, routine changes may be to blame — and how to improve it
Emma Benson, KSL | Posted July 4 - 11:27 a.m. | Save Story
Sleep experts say longer days, warmer nights and changing summer routines can quietly disrupt sleep quality. Here's why summer sleep can suffer and what doctors recommend to improve it.
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
Steven Sloan, Associated Press | Posted July 4 - 10:44 a.m. | Save Story
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday.
Kaysville fire started by a group of young adults playing with fireworks, fire department says
Becky Bruce, KSL | Updated July 4 - 10:31 a.m. | Save Story
A Kaysville fire that forced residents to briefly evacuate Friday night started after a group of young adults shot fireworks at each other, the Kaysville Fire Department said on Saturday.
18-year-old BYU-I student walking 1,000 miles for Tibet
Cody Roberts, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted July 4 - 10:03 a.m. | Save Story
A college student from Idaho is walking 1,000 miles in about two months to raise awareness of China's control over Tibet.
Nonprofit surprises 9-year-old monster truck superfan ahead of Monster Jam World Finals
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted July 4 - 9:24 a.m. | Save Story
With the Monster Jam World Finals rolling into town this weekend, a 9‑year‑old superfan received a surprise that stole the spotlight long before engines roar at Rice‑Eccles Stadium.
US Olympic official: 'No concerns' about changes in Utah's 2034 Winter Games leadership
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted July 4 - 8:43 a.m. | Save Story
The departure of the only high-ranking Olympian on the organizing committee for Utah's 2034 Winter Olympics aren't a worry for U.S. Olympic and Paralympic officials.
The Declaration's forgotten (non)signer: John Dickinson's missing 1776 signature haunts his legacy
Hillel Italie, Associated Press | Posted July 4 - 8:18 a.m. | Save Story
Jane Calvert has been on a mission shared by few scholars of the Revolutionary War era. She has championed the man who wouldn't sign the Declaration of Independence — the lawyer and statesman John Dickinson.
Smith and Morehouse, Porcupine only full reservoirs in Utah right now
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted July 4 - 7:41 a.m. | Save Story
As many reservoirs struggle statewide, some of the smaller, high-elevation reservoirs remain full. That's not by chance but rather strategy on the part of water managers.
'A real community story': Midway residents honor veterans with 250 flags on Memorial Hill
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted July 4 - 7:17 a.m. | Save Story
In Midway, 250 flags adorn Memorial Hill, honoring veterans and military service members while celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States.
It's a love story: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married
Maria Tsvetkova and Nathan Layne, Reuters | Posted July 3 - 11:13 p.m. | Save Story
Pop music megastar Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce are married, the singer's publicist announced on Friday.
Review: 'Young Washington' is an imperfect film perfect for kicking off the 4th of July
John Clyde for KSL | Posted July 3 - 10:49 p.m. | Save Story
"Young Washington" isn't a perfect movie but it reminded me why stories about imperfect people often make for the best history.
Thousands gather at State Capitol for concert ringing in America 250
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted July 3 - 10:40 p.m. | Save Story
On the eve of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Utahns reflected on the anniversary's meaning at the Utah Capitol as they took in an outdoor concert featuring the Utah Symphony.
How to talk about money with your kids
Adriana Morga, Associated Press | Posted July 3 - 9:45 p.m. | Save Story
Here are some expert recommendations if you want to start talking about money with your kids.
Why are fireworks a key piece of Fourth of July celebrations?
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 3 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
A debate over Fourth of July fireworks this year is just the latest chapter in a saga involving the holiday, a tradition and Utah.
On the road with Sen. John Curtis as he walks 250 miles through Utah
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted July 3 - 8:32 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Sen. John Curtis is nearing the end of his 250-mile walk celebrating the 250th anniversary of America's founding.
Brigham Young University building new housing for married students
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted July 3 - 7:47 p.m. | Save Story
Married Brigham Young University students will soon have more housing options, with the university set to build 11 new apartment buildings at the Wymount Terrace on-campus housing area.
Mapleton boy finds living kidney donor in a neighborhood friend
Sarah Martin, KSL | Posted July 3 - 7:08 p.m. | Save Story
For 16 years, Collin Chournos lived with just one kidney working at far below normal levels. When a kidney donation became his only option, he found a match right in his backyard.
Provo's Fourth of July parade promises to be 'bigger' than ever for America 250
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted July 3 - 6:26 p.m. | Save Story
Provo parade organizers are promising the July 4 parade will be "bigger" than ever for America 250.
Seniors are spending more time on their phones, AARP says. Why that's a mixed blessing
Jennifer Bisram, WCBS | Posted July 3 - 5:45 p.m. | Save Story
The number of older adults using smartphones soared from 55% in 2016 to 90% now, according to the AARP. That makes senior citizens one of the fastest growing groups using digital devices.
Kennedy pushes wildfire bills, Forest Service HQ move as Utah battles major fires
Brenna Donnelly, KSL | Posted July 3 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Three bills in the Congress could protect Utah lands from future wildfires, Rep. Mike Kennedy said.
DNR law enforcement keeps eyes on wildlife, livestock crimes amid recent incident
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted July 3 - 4:05 p.m. | Save Story
Wildlife officers cautioned that there are "eyes and ears out everywhere" as they highlighted a recent poaching investigation that revealed a registered hunting guide had shot his bow at a herd of cattle.
Have You Seen This? A birthday surprise — in the middle of the ocean
Alex Tumalip, KSL | Posted July 3 - 3:33 p.m. | Save Story
Kelsey Pfendler, currently rowing from California to Hawaii to raise money for The Whale Foundation, received a very special birthday surprise from a Coast Guard crew on Wednesday.
'Special every time': Utah-born violinist returns to her roots with Utah Symphony tour
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted July 3 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah violinist who started her musical career at age 11 with the Utah Symphony has returned to the group for this year's Music Elevated State Tour celebrating America 250.
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Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
- 18-year-old BYU-I student walking 1,000 miles for Tibet
- Iran begins dayslong funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war
- The Declaration's forgotten (non)signer: John Dickinson's missing 1776 signature haunts his legacy
- Why are fireworks a key piece of Fourth of July celebrations?
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Brothers play key role in SUU rodeo team's first ever regionals win
- Kaysville fire started by a group of young adults playing with fireworks, fire department says
- Nonprofit surprises 9-year-old monster truck superfan ahead of Monster Jam World Finals
- US Olympic official: 'No concerns' about changes in Utah's 2034 Winter Games leadership
- Smith and Morehouse, Porcupine only full reservoirs in Utah right now
