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Americans can join to celebrate the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence

Caitlin Keith, Deseret News  |  Posted July 8 - 4:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Fourth of July has passed, but that doesn't mean the America 250 celebrations are over, as there are other milestones in our nation's founding that will be recognized throughout the year.

This Italian village will fine tourists with bare chests or in swimwear

Antonia Mortensen and Lianne Kolirin, CNN  |  Updated July 8 - 4:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

An Italian fishing village on Lake Como has introduced a fine for anyone found wandering its streets bare-chested or in swimwear.

Have You Seen This? Roadrunner just wants to leave the road

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted July 8 - 3:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Being outside in the Southwest could make anyone jealous of air conditioning, or at least that could be the reason for this roadrunner trying to get into a visitor center.

Idaho mother who said her toddler twins died after vaccinations charged with murder

Josh Kelety, Associated Press  |  Updated July 8 - 2:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

An Idaho woman who said her toddler twins died last year after being vaccinated faces murder charges connected to their deaths, authorities said.

Dolly Parton musical coming to Broadway with opening night on her birthday

Alexa Herrera, WCBS  |  Updated July 8 - 1:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

A musical about the life of legendary country artist Dolly Parton is set to come to Broadway in New York City.

New rule allows small businesses to double borrowing limit, access up to $10M in financing

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted July 8 - 1:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Blossoming small businesses in the Beehive State and across the nation are set for a financing boost through a new rule from the U.S. Small Business Administration that went into effect July 4.

Obamacare premiums surged this year. A new analysis shows it's likely to happen again in 2027

Ali Swenson, Associated Press  |  Updated July 8 - 12:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Middle-income Americans straining to pay for Affordable Care Act health insurance are unlikely to get relief next year, according to a new analysis that shows insurers in the marketplace are proposing a second straight year of double-digit premium hikes.

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Glenn Beck warns a 'spirit of collectivism' threatens America on its 250th anniversary

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted July 8 - 11:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

In an exclusive interview with the Deseret News, Glenn Beck explains what he believes the rising trends of democratic socialism and white nationalism have in common.

Primetime Emmy Awards 2026: See the full list of nominees

Dan Heching and David Mack, CNN  |  Posted July 8 - 11:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

The nominees for the 78th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards were unveiled on Wednesday, with Hollywood honoring a slew of new shows and setting up what's expected to be a battle among two legends in the race for outstanding lead actress in a comedy series.

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Stay ahead of health issues: Echo Ultrasound's $400 comprehensive body scan

Echo Ultrasound  |  Posted July 8 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

To provide patients with peace of mind sooner rather than later, Echo Ultrasound is now offering a $400 body scan that can alert you to potential medical concerns within days.

Tyler Robinson returns to court for day 3 of his preliminary hearing

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 8 - 11:14 a.m.  |  Save Story

Day three of the Tyler Robinson preliminary hearing is scheduled to start this afternoon.

Trump orders halt to US trade with Spain over NATO spending, Iran

Reuters  |  Posted July 8 - 10:54 a.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday ordered an immediate halt to all trade with NATO ally Spain, escalating tensions over defence spending and the Iran war, despite European Union rules ​requiring trade negotiations to be conducted as a single bloc.

Federal judge dismisses woman from lawsuit against Tim Ballard

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted July 8 - 10:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

A federal judge dismissed claims from one of several women who had sued anti-human trafficking activist Tim Ballard, saying some pieces of evidence were "wrongfully retrieved" from Ballard's online accounts.

Utah's Stratos project draws warnings from Virginia's 'Data Center Alley'

Daniella Rivera, KSL  |  Posted July 8 - 9:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's bet on the Stratos Project data center is raising eyebrows, states away, among a community with more data center experience than anywhere else.

American Indian, Pacific Islander growth outpaced Utah's overall growth, new numbers show

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted July 8 - 9:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

The growth rate of the American Indian and Pacific Islander populations outpaced Utah's overall growth rate between 2020 and 2025, new estimates show.

Sandy seeks public input ahead of 17 acre purchase

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted July 8 - 8:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sandy said it wants residents to share their input, as leaders eye the purchase of a 17-acre property.

Salt Lake Buddhist Temple to host 90th annual Obon festival in Japantown

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted July 8 - 8:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake Buddhist Temple will be hosting the 90th annual Obon festival, a free community event geared around honoring and remembering one's ancestors.

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12 interesting things you probably didn't know about Utah Lake

Siegfried & Jensen  |  Posted July 8 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

The massive freshwater lake has a fascinating history stretching back thousands of years, along with plenty of surprising facts many Utahns have never heard.

Trump says interim accord to end war is 'over' after Iranian strikes

Humeyra Pamuk, Gram Slattery and Tala Ramadan, Reuters  |  Posted July 8 - 7:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday an interim agreement to end the war with Iran was "over" after Tehran carried out new attacks on U.S. bases in the Gulf.

ICE agent fatally shoots motorist in Houston vehicle stop, agency says

Kristina Cooke, Arathy Somasekhar and Steve Gorman, Reuters  |  Posted July 8 - 7:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fatally shot a motorist in Houston on Tuesday while officers were trying to stop the ​man's vehicle, the agency said in a statement.

Tow truck driver narrowly escapes serious injury in I-15 hit-and-run

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted July 8 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah County tow truck driver is counting his blessings after a frightening hit-and-run crash on Interstate 15 that was all caught on his dash camera.

2 Salt Lake Valley homes extremely damaged in separate house fires

Mary Culbertson, KSL  |  Updated July 8 - 6:59 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two homes, one in Herriman and another in Millcreek, were extensively damaged in separate house fires reported minutes apart from each other Wednesday morning.

NATO leaders meet in Ankara after Trump rekindles disputes over Iran, Greenland

Lili Bayer and Andrew Gray, Reuters  |  Posted July 8 - 6:48 a.m.  |  Save Story

NATO's European leaders aim to convince Donald Trump on Wednesday to re-commit to the military alliance at a summit in Ankara after the U.S. president revived his disputes with ​them over the Iran war and Greenland.