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Kouri Richins requests new attorney in fraud case, citing relationships

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 4:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

Kouri Richins said in a letter to the court asking for a new attorney that her attorney represented a key witness in her murder trial and is friends with the prosecutor and judge in her case.

Police say at least 2 were hospitalized after shooting at elementary school, and the shooter is dead

The Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 4:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

At least two people were hospitalized Thursday following a shooting at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, and the shooter is dead, authorities say.

2 killed in explosions near palace used by Yemen's government in latest Houthi attack

Ahmed Al-haj, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 4:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

At least six explosions have struck near the palace used by Yemen's internationally recognized government in Aden, killing at least two people Thursday and wounding six more.

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Curtis speaks out against Trump's decision to import Russian diesel

VideoStaff  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 4:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Sen. John Curtis is speaking out against the Trump Administration's decision to import Russian diesel.

Elderly Tooele man accused of stabbing wife multiple times

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 4:02 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.

Driver killed, 1 hospitalized in Summit County wrong-way crash

Devin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 3:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

One person is dead and another was hospitalized following a crash on I-80 in Summit County on Thursday afternoon.

Have You Seen This? Spanish skateboarder breaks downhill speed world record

VideoLogan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 3:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Diego Poncelet, 27, set a new Guinness World Record by reaching an eye-popping 94.34 mph while standing on a skateboard.

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Crisp autumn style meets warm lighting in these designer favorite trends

Lighting Design  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Here are some designer tips and trends to create the crisp autumn style you've been dreaming of all summer long.

Curtis applauds decision not to livestream execution of Fort Hood shooter

VideoBridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 2:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sen. John Curtis, R-Utah, praised Thursday's announcement from Pres. Donald Trump that the execution of the Fort Hood gunman would not be livestreamed.

F-35s to fly over Top-10 college football game in Provo

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 2:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

The active-duty 388th Fighter Wing and Reserve 419th Fighter Wing at Hill Air Force Base will provide a F-35A Lightning II flyover at LaVell Edwards Stadium on Saturday, shortly before BYU takes on Notre Dame.

Park City indoor pickleball facility plans on hold

Staff  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 2:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A plan to bring an indoor pickleball facility to Park City is on hold after officials said they couldn't reach a deal that the city council would approve.

Bird flu caused the death of Jackie, a California bald eagle who captured hearts

Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 1:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Bird flu caused the death of a bald eagle named Jackie who had become an internet sensation and a symbol of the species' recovery in California, officials said.

Questions about RECA? 'Downwinders clinic' hosting informational meetings across Utah

McKenzie Romero, Utah News Dispatch  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 1:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utahns seeking federal compensation after they or their loved ones were affected by Cold War-era nuclear weapons testing can get help through Intermountain Health's Downwinders Clinic.

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UTA to drop all fare collection again this weekend

Staff  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 12:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's largest transit agency is going fare-free once again this weekend.

Trump administration sues California over alleged noncitizens on the state's voter rolls

Alanna Durkin Richer and Sophie Austin, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 12:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Trump administration sued California election officials Thursday over the alleged presence of noncitizens on the state's voter rolls.

Tropical Storm Rachel's remnants are gone, but they left a record-high benefit

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 12:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

The remnants of what was once Hurricane Rachel ultimately delivered big totals across drought-stricken Utah, which translated into multiple benefits heading into winter.

Trump shuts down Hegseth's plan to livestream military execution

Phil Stewart, Susan Heavey and Doina Chiacu, Reuters  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 12:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump scrapped plans to livestream the execution of the former Army major who killed 13 people ​at Fort Hood, overruling Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth on Thursday.

Nicaragua man given 3.5 years in prison for trafficking 104K fentanyl pills

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 12:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man from Nicaragua was sentenced Wednesday to almost 3.5 years in prison for trafficking around 104,000 fentanyl pills into Utah.

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A 5-year-old's love of BYU football launched a career. It comes full circle Saturday

Krysyan Edler, Deseret News  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 12:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

On Saturday, Rowe, who grew up a BYU fan, will return to LaVell Edwards Stadium as ESPN's sideline reporter for BYU-Notre Dame.

New York man shot by ICE officers appears in immigration court

Philip Marcelo, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 15 - 12:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man who was shot by federal immigration officers in New York had his first hearing before an immigration judge Thursday, appearing remotely via video livestream.

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Online course aims to help teens become job-ready

Staff  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 11:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

Communication, teamwork and problem-solving are becoming some of the most valuable skills a young worker can bring to the job.

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The ultimate Wasatch Front fall & Halloween fun guide

FatCats  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Here are some failproof ways to enjoy the season all along the Wasatch Front.

Remote control hobbyists in Idaho invite newcomers to join them

Logan Ramsey, East Idaho News  |  Posted Oct. 15 - 11:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

The owner of Pocatello's only remote-control vehicle hobby shop is working to bring more newcomers into the hobby.