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J&J enters robotic surgery market after device gets marketing authorization

Puyaan Singh, Reuters  |  Updated July 22 - 2:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Johnson & Johnson said on Wednesday the Food and Drug Administration had ​granted marketing authorization for its robotic surgery device.

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BYU President Shane Reese has waved to thousands of motorists. How many waved back?

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Updated July 22 - 1:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

In an era of increasing loneliness and isolation, Brigham Young University President Shane Reese waves at everyone in town. Here's how it all started, and how it's going.

Woman with history of making threats arrested in Utah again

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 1:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

A woman who police say has a history of making threats to government employees and at least one hospital, has been arrested in Nephi.

Cox issues state of emergency in 3 counties over flooding; risk for more continues

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 1:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gov. Spencer Cox declared a state of emergency in three Utah counties over widespread flooding, while the risk of additional flooding continues.

Trump-backed candidates win closely watched Arizona primary races

Richard Cowan, Reuters  |  Updated July 22 - 12:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tuesday's Arizona primaries saw conservative Republican candidates and moderate Democratic candidates nominated for high-profile races for governor and a U.S. House seat.

Cox appoints new Great Salt Lake commissioner as lake continues to slide

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Updated July 22 - 12:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gov. Spencer Cox didn't have to look too far to find a new leader to oversee the health and protection of the Great Salt Lake.

June 1, 2027, trial date set for Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro in his drug trafficking case

Michael R. Sisak and Larry Neumeister, Associated Press  |  Updated July 22 - 12:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

A June 1 trial date has been set for Nicolás Maduro to face drug trafficking charges in New York. The trial date was set on Wednesday during a brief hearing in Manhattan federal court.

2 arrested in Millcreek kidnapping, robbery investigation

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 11:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two men are accused of kidnapping and robbing a third man allegedly because he sent messages to a girlfriend of one of the assailants.

Fishing Pineview Reservoir before the drawdown: What anglers need to know

Adam Eakle, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 11:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

Pineview Reservoir is being drawn down to 2%.The project has anglers across Utah asking a critical question: What will happen to the fishery?

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Utah Retro GameXpo features classics, oldies and goodies

Utah Retro GameXpo  |  Posted July 22 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

The upcoming Utah Retro GameXpo offers a chance to step back in time for a day or two.

South Salt Lake project causing head-on close-calls, residents plead for help

Sarah Martin, KSL  |  Updated July 22 - 11:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

A South Salt Lake resident said the major construction project outside his home is causing regular close calls with wrong-way drivers.

Louvre reopens Apollo Gallery after brazen heist, but no jewels are on display

The Associated Press  |  Updated July 22 - 11:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Louvre's Apollo gallery is reopening to the public for the first time since last year's crown jewels heist, though the museum has removed the collections and precious jewels.

Why was Utah first lady Abby Cox in South Salt Lake reading 'Pete the Cat?'

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted July 22 - 10:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah first lady Abby Cox spent part of her morning on Tuesday encircled by about a dozen kids and reading, out loud, "Pete the Cat."

New report ranks Ogden, Salt Lake City aerospace industries as among the nation's best

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 10:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new report singles out the aerospace and defense manufacturing sectors in the Ogden and Salt Lake City areas as among the nation's best.

Ukraine overhauls its military top brass for the fight against Russia

Hanna Arhirova and Illia Novikov, Associated Press  |  Updated July 22 - 9:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

Ukraine is pushing on with its fight against Russia under new military leadership, with Maj. Gen. Mykhailo Drapatyi taking command on Wednesday after the firing of Oleksandr Syrskyi.

State announces investments to keep 'Utah-grown food in Utah'

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 9:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah announced more than $9 million in grant funds will be awarded to local farmers this year as part of an expanded program to help strengthen the state's food supply.

Ogden City Council tabs former state lawmaker Jeremy Peterson to fill vacancy

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 9:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Ogden City Council picked former state lawmaker Jeremy Peterson to replace Shaun Myers, who will be stepping down from his council post.

Missing rushing goal 'set that fire' under Wayshawn Parker, and now he's out to prove it

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 9:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Wayshawn Parker ended the season 19 yards short of his mark, finishing with 981 rushing yards, six touchdowns and averaging 6.6 yards per carry.

How fireworks affect wildlife, pets

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 8:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

Wildlife officials and the Best Friends Animal Society are providing information on how fireworks affect pets and wildlife ahead of Pioneer Day and how to prepare pets for fireworks.

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Healing starts here: Why timely MRI results matter for your health and well-being

TaylorMED MRI  |  Posted July 22 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

While every medical situation is unique, physicians generally agree that timely imaging and prompt interpretation help reduce unnecessary delays in diagnosis, treatment planning and recovery.

Woman sent to prison for killing boyfriend after bringing people into his room where he got shot

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 7:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Ariana Aguilar was sentenced to prison for murder and aggravated burglary after a jury found she helped her daughter and a group of teenage boys into her boyfriend's home where he was shot.

US and Iran attacks rage; officials question if diplomacy can stop march toward war resuming

Jon Gambrell, Associated Press  |  Updated July 22 - 7:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

The United States and Iran continued to exchange fire across the Middle East on Wednesday, raising concerns about diplomatic efforts to save an interim deal.

Neighbors work together to fight flames, get others to safety amid fast-moving fire in Roy

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Updated July 22 - 6:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

During the chaotic moments after a fast-moving brush fire erupted Monday, people along 2675 West said the actions of several neighbors helped lessen the impact and even likely saved lives.