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Residents of southern Lebanon gather to watch Israeli drones drop explosives on their village

Fadi Tawil, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 11 - 12:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Residents of Mansouri in southern Lebanon are witnessing the destruction of their village by Israeli drones. Despite a truce in June between Israel and Hezbollah, the demolitions continue.

Over a year later, new trial date still not scheduled in Douglas Carter's death penalty case

Amy Donaldson, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 12:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

In the year since his death penalty conviction, 70-year-old Douglas Carter now wants one thing: to go to trial.

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2 anchors, 25 years later: The morning we broke the 9/11 news

Jane Clayson Johnson, Keira Farrimond, Steven Watkins, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 12:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

Carol Lin was the first national anchor to report on 9/11.

Numerous activities planned across Utah to celebrate Hispanic heritage

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 12:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Various activities are planned across Utah for Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15-Oct. 15, to celebrate Latino culture.

Driver accused of hitting, killing man changing flat tire in 2024 is charged

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 11:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

A driver with a history of DUI was charged Friday for allegedly hitting and killing a man changing a flat tire on the shoulder of I-15 in 2024.

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The ultimate relocation guide to the best Utah communities

Fieldstone Homes  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Choosing the best place for you and your family is a personal decision, but some areas appeal to more folks because of their sense of community, access to recreation and housing availability.

1 year later, some UVU students still affected by Charlie Kirk shooting

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 11:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

One year after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at Utah Valley University, the campus is remembering what happened while students who were there continue to deal with the effects of that day.

Why now was right time for Utah native Taylor Booth to return home to Real Salt Lake

VideoSean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 10:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

The 25-year-old midfielder and U.S. youth international returned to his boyhood club on loan from FC Twente in the Dutch Eredivisie, marking a full circle moment on Booth's career.

US declares end of largest recorded cyclosporiasis outbreak

Siddhi Mahatole, Reuters  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 10:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Health authorities on Friday declared the nation's largest recorded multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak over, after contaminated iceberg lettuce ​sickened thousands.

Family of slain radio host opposes possible plea deal for accused killer

VideoGarna Mejia, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 11 - 10:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

The family of a Spanish-language radio host who was killed in 2021 is urging prosecutors to reconsider a proposed plea deal that could reduce the charge against the man accused of murdering her.

Picks Six Previews: BYU the more proven program in first test over Arizona

Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 9:54 a.m.  |  Save Story

BYU is the more proven program and they return the strongest parts of their 11-win team, while Arizona sent its best feature — the No. 1 secondary — to the pros.

Yemen's Houthis reach strategic island at mouth of vital shipping lane

Mohammed Ghobari, Eman Abouhassira and Catherine Cartier, Reuters  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 9:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis reached the strategic island of Perim in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait on Friday, four Yemeni government sources told Reuters.

Road delays expected near Utah Capitol as work on new historic trail begins

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 9:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

Construction of a new historic trail near downtown Salt Lake City will begin on Monday, but state transportation officials warn it will cause traffic delays near the Utah State Capitol.

Saratoga Springs marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 with 3 days of community service

VideoGarna Mejia, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 11 - 9:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

Residents across Saratoga Springs spent the week giving back to their community as part of a three-day service initiative commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

KSL Sports Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 2 of college football

KSL Sports  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Each week, we'll release the KSL Sports staff picks for you to see. Can you do a better job than us? Probably, but that's the fun of it all.

2 more arrested in connection with South Salt Lake bank robbery

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 11 - 8:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Three people have now been taken into custody for their alleged roles in a South Salt Lake bank robbery that involved an alleged bomb.

Comedian Jon Stewart has some questions for Utah's governor

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 8:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

Comedian Jon Stewart had some pointed questions for Gov. Spencer Cox when he appeared on "The Daily Show" earlier this week to promote his new book.

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You're already paying for a new HVAC system … you just don't own it

Gillette Services  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Rather than viewing an HVAC replacement as simply another household expense, many homeowners are beginning to look at it differently.

'She didn't waste a moment': Manti father remembers wife, newborn son after tragic crash

VideoArianne Brown, KSL and Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 7:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's been only a few days since Tyson Hafen lost his wife of 14 years and their newborn son in a tragic accident Tuesday morning. He said his wife, Rebeca, lived life to the fullest.

Clearfield leaders OK 180-day moratorium on data center development

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 6:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

Clearfield leaders approved a 180-day moratorium on data center development to study whether special guidelines are needed for them, joining several other Utah communities.

Provo man charged with killing his aunt in Salem

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 10 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Police say Isaiah Christopher Ramos claimed he was on a road trip when he returned and found his aunt deceased, but investigators say FLOCK cameras suggest otherwise.

'Modern-day martyr': Thousands honor Charlie Kirk at UVU memorial

VideoDaniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 10 - 10:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

One year after his assassination, Charlie Kirk was remembered for his faith, engagement with young people, and courage to speak up.

Smithsonian marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 with a display of rare artifacts

Steven Sloan, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 10 - 10:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Smithsonian Museum of American History opened its own tribute to the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks with a display of various artifacts from the day that changed America forever.