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Panthers' late goal sinks Mammoth, who drop 3rd straight
Jaxon Wynder, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 11:22 p.m. | Save Story
The Mammoth fall to the Panthers 4-3 after Anton Lundell's goal with under a minute left to play lifts the defending champs over Utah.
Utah women use strong 2nd quarter to pull away in blowout over Boise State
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 10:47 p.m. | Save Story
Lani White took the game into her own hands.
DHS says a man detained by ICE was a predator. His attorneys say that's libel
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
After Jair Celis was arrested by ICE, the Department of Homeland Security is now being accused of libel by his legal representation due to comments it made on social media alleging he was a predator.
Volunteer pilots bring Santa, gifts to Title I schools on Utah-Arizona border
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 10:08 p.m. | Save Story
Volunteer pilots from Angel Flight West delivered toys, coats, backpacks, and 500 books to students in Hildale, Utah and Colorado City, Arizona, during the annual Santa Flight on Wednesday.
Parent of student charged in shooting that killed teen at Kentucky State University
Associated Press | Posted Dec. 10 - 9:32 p.m. | Save Story
A parent of a Kentucky State University student has been charged with murder in an on-campus shooting that killed one student and critically injured another.
Footage shows officers confront father days before 'nightmare' hike that hospitalized children
Jacob Freeman and Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 8:34 p.m. | Save Story
Newly obtained police documents show Micah Smith, charged with child abuse and torture, had a run-in with police a week before that left officers worried for his mental state.
Corner Canyon drops game to No. 2 St. Frances in Overtime national championship
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 8:31 p.m. | Save Story
Burke ran for over 100 yards and a touchdown, and Virginia running back signee Jae'Oyn Williams threw for three touchdowns as St. Frances rallied to a 37-20 win over No. 23 Corner Canyon.
Divided Fed lowers rates, signals pause and 1 cut next year as growth rebounds
Howard Schneider and Ann Saphir, Reuters | Updated Dec. 10 - 8:11 p.m. | Save Story
A sharply divided Federal Reserve cut interest rates on Wednesday, but signaled borrowing costs are unlikely to drop further in the near term as it awaits clarity on the job market, inflation and the economy.
US seizes oil tanker off coast of Venezuela, Trump says
Idrees Ali, Phil Stewart and Steve Holland, Reuters | Posted Dec. 10 - 8:02 p.m. | Save Story
The U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, a move that raised oil prices and is likely to further inflame tensions between Washington and Caracas.
School board unanimously votes to close Cedar Valley Elementary School; community reacts
Arianne Brown for KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 7:33 p.m. | Save Story
The Board of Education of the West District, also known as the Lake Mountain School District, voted to close Cedar Valley Elementary School last week. Cedar Fort residents cited concerns with the decision.
Slain Santaquin officer's family sues truck driver accused of killing him and driver's employer
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
The family of Santaquin Police Sgt. Bill Hooser has filed a lawsuit against the truck driver accused of intentionally hitting and killing him, as well as the trucking company and food manufacturer he was working for.
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From snowflakes to shorelines: Local tour company wants you to discover Hawaii
Southwest Adventure Tours | Posted Dec. 10 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
With two different Hawaiian itineraries to choose from, Southwest Adventure Tours gives you a front row seat to the culture, landscapes, and spirit of the islands.
'Frustrated' babysitter pleads guilty to murder in death of baby girl
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 6:29 p.m. | Save Story
A babysitter accused of smashing a 4-month-old baby's head into the corner of a metal door, resulting in her death, pleaded guilty this week to murder.
Southern Utah woman gave herself $98K in raises, charges say
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 5:43 p.m. | Save Story
A woman in southern Utah is facing charges of theft and communications fraud accusing her of giving herself raises that totaled nearly $100,000.
How Utah's newest lawmaker went from fighting HB267 to using his first vote to repeal it
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 5:11 p.m. | Save Story
After fighting to overturn Utah's law banning public unions from collective bargaining, teacher John Arthur cast his first vote in the Utah Legislature Tuesday to repeal that very same law.
House backs massive defense policy bill; Senate next
Patricia Zengerle, Reuters | Updated Dec. 10 - 4:34 p.m. | Save Story
The House of Representatives passed a massive defense policy bill on Wednesday authorizing a record $901 billion in annual military spending, paving the way for the must-pass measure to become law for a 65th straight year.
Have You Seen This? Arizona lineman coaxes bear from atop utility pole
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 3:31 p.m. | Save Story
A lineman in Arizona helped prod a wayward bear that had climbed up a power pole to the ground and safety. It wasn't the first time he'd done it.
Who should draw the congressional maps? Here's what voters and Constitution say
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 3:12 p.m. | Save Story
As lawmakers spar with judges over redistricting, here's what voters and the Constitution say about who has the power to draw congressional maps.
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5 reasons to grow your startup in U. of U's Master of Business Creation Program (online or in person)
Master of Business Creation | Posted Dec. 10 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
The award-winning Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah is available online or in person.
Taylorsville man charged with carjacking in federal court now facing similar state charges
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 2:15 p.m. | Save Story
A Taylorsville man accused of shooting another man while carjacking a friend's vehicle and then leading police on a chase is facing criminal state charges.
Woman admits to selling 'discounted' Utah ski tickets purchased with stolen credit cards
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 1:30 p.m. | Save Story
A South Carolina woman has pleaded guilty in federal court to purchasing Ikon ski passes for Utah resorts using stolen credit cards, and then reselling them at "discounted" prices.
Judge lets more Epstein grand jury materials be made public
Jan Wolfe, Reuters | Updated Dec. 10 - 12:27 p.m. | Save Story
A judge in Manhattan on Wednesday allowed for the public release of records from a grand jury investigation into Jeffrey Epstein because of a law recently passed by Congress, the latest in a string of similar rulings.
Utah's snowpack off to 'slow start' amid 'whiplash' start to 2026 water year
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's snowpack is off to a "slow start," which won't turn around with this week's forecast. But experts remain hopeful for the remainder of winter.
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Tony Dokoupil named 'CBS Evening News' anchor in Weiss's network revamp
- Volunteer pilots bring Santa, gifts to Title I schools on Utah-Arizona border
- Have You Seen This? Arizona lineman coaxes bear from atop utility pole
- Sophie Kinsella, author of the millions-selling 'Shopaholic' novels, dies at 55
- Utah's snowpack off to 'slow start' amid 'whiplash' start to 2026 water year
U.S. »
Tony Dokoupil named 'CBS Evening News' anchor in Weiss's network revamp
- Parent of student charged in shooting that killed teen at Kentucky State University
- Divided Fed lowers rates, signals pause and 1 cut next year as growth rebounds
- US seizes oil tanker off coast of Venezuela, Trump says
- Misplaced wire label, other mishaps likely caused collision, Baltimore bridge collapse, NTSB says
Utah »
Salt Lake City crime down to lowest level in nearly a decade, but some challenges persist
- DHS says a man detained by ICE was a predator. His attorneys say that's libel
- Volunteer pilots bring Santa, gifts to Title I schools on Utah-Arizona border
- Weber State erred in creating list of 'prohibited' words, says Utah System of Higher Ed head
- Footage shows officers confront father days before 'nightmare' hike that hospitalized children
Voces de Utah »
Peruvian leaders host visiting Utah delegation, eager to promote trade with state
- Immigrant advocates protest at Salt Lake immigration facility amid talk of heightened enforcement
- Immigrant advocates warn of increased enforcement action targeting Salt Lake immigrants
- Immigration crackdown could have ripple effects in construction sector, report warns
- Judge issues preliminary injunction in favor of Brazilian immigrant detained last June in Colorado
Business »
Tony Dokoupil named 'CBS Evening News' anchor in Weiss's network revamp
- Divided Fed lowers rates, signals pause and 1 cut next year as growth rebounds
- Trade deal with Indonesia at risk of collapse, US official says
- Trump defends economic record at Pennsylvania rally amid frustration over rising prices
- Utah Legislature passes resolution condemning judges, repeals anti-bargaining law
