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'Worst on record': Brutal summer heat wave killed more than 50,000 in Europe's cities

Laura Paddison, CNN  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 1:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

More than 50,000 people are estimated to have died across Europe's cities during the brutal heat waves that roiled the continent this summer — making this year's heat the region's deadliest on record, according to a new analysis.

What are Tony Finau's favorite kinds of books?

Hayden Madson, Deseret News  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 12:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

Members of the Utah Chamber and a six-time PGA Tour winner gathered together Tuesday morning for a little golf — and something much bigger.

8 people injured in crash in Hurricane

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Eight people were injured following a two-vehicle crash in Hurricane early Saturday. Seven of the eight injured were taken to the hospital, including two who sustained serious injuries.

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Religious freedom advocates from around the world find family-like solidarity in Utah

  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 11:14 a.m.  |  Save Story

Mohamad Radwan Al Omar is a lawyer, mediator and human rights advocate from Lebanon. He came to Utah this month as part of a weekslong, immersive experience with the First Freedom Foundation connecting religious freedom advocates around the world.

France protests begin under heavy security as police seek to prevent fresh unrest

Juliette Jabkhiro and Alessandro Parodi, Reuters  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 10:38 a.m.  |  Save Story

Demonstrators gathered in Paris and cities across France on Saturday under the watch of 70,000 police officers, as the government ​sought to prevent a repeat of the riots and looting that rocked the country last weekend.

French artist installs imaginative, spiraling wooden sculpture in Ogden plaza

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 10:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

A massive, spiraling wooden contraption is starting to take form in an Ogden plaza, marking a French artist's first U.S.-based installation.

These airports offer easy access to ski areas

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 9:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah has a lot going for it when it comes to skiing and snowboarding — including the Salt Lake City International Airport, which was recently ranked near the top for access to ski areas.

Pick Six Previews: In offensive showcase, Utah's defense to get it done over Houston

Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 9:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

In one of college football's toughest places to play, Utah's defense (and the crowd) will make the difference on the final drive and make one stop to seal the win.

Gunmen open fire at a church during a funeral in Jordan, killing 7 and wounding 40

Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 8:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

Authorities in Jordan say that gunmen have opened fire during a funeral at a church in Jordan and killed seven people and wounded 40 others. The shooting took place at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, which is located about 55 miles south of the capital, Amman.

US is reducing staffing at 4 Middle East embassies over increased threats from Iran

Matthew Lee, Associated Press  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 8:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

The State Department is reducing staffing at four U.S. embassies in the Middle East after receiving intelligence that Iran has stepped up efforts to target American personnel in the region.

More than cameras and a crowd: Inside ESPN's 'College GameDay'

Na'Andre Emerson, Deseret News  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 8:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

The cameras are rolling, the crowd is watching and Pat McAfee is doing what Pat McAfee does best. But just beyond the cameras, another operation is unfolding.

Woman gets probation for lying to police after fatal shooting at Salt Lake party

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 24 - 7:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

The final charges related to a "friendly fire" fatal shooting at a party are now resolved after Tommi Tiara Jude Gallegos pleaded guilty to obstructing justice and was ordered to spend a year on probation.

Utah Jazz open home schedule with 1-point win over Pelicans

VideoChandler Holt, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 11:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Jazz snuck away with a one-point win in the home opener against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday.

Bridal Veil Falls trail closes for season following rockslide, officials say

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 23 - 11:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah County officials said Friday night that the Bridal Veil Falls section of the Provo Canyon Trail is closed for the winter following a rockslide below the falls area.

Make-A-Wish Utah brings Halloween magic to children with critical illnesses

VideoGarna Mejia, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 23 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Make-A-Wish Utah hosted its annual Wish Family Trick-or-Treat event on Friday, creating a Disney-inspired afternoon for children with critical illnesses and their families.

Summit County's children justice center receives national accreditation

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 10:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Summit County Children's Justice Center was approved for national accreditation this week, marking the first Utah agency to receive it in 20 years.

Utah fans camp out as 'College GameDay' returns for second straight week

VideoTyrese Boone, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 10:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Students have spent days camping out for a chance to secure their spot for ESPN's College Gameday, experience its atmosphere and potentially compete for a million-dollar kick.

In Florida, Trump vows to deal with Cuba after Iran gets settled

Bo Erickson, Maria Alejandra Cardona and Steve Holland, Reuters  |  Updated Oct. 23 - 9:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump on Friday used a campaign ​rally in Florida, where Cuban Americans are a potent voting bloc, to address his concerns about Cuba once the Iran war is settled.

Family of Utah murder victim asks parole board to release man convicted in case

VideoShelby Lofton, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 23 - 9:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Years after Jay Wolfinjer's death, his daughter and mother share why they forgave one convicted man and why they plan to oppose another inmate's parole.

CVS is trying out pharmacists in chronic health management

Caroline Humer, Reuters  |  Updated Oct. 23 - 9:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dr. Amy Compton-Phillips on Friday said healthcare affordability and access could ​potentially improve if pharmacists in its 9,000 retail stores play a bigger role in chronic disease management.

What to know about the candidates running for Utah's 3rd Congressional District

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 9:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Meet incumbent Rep. Celeste Maloy and Democratic challenger Kent Udell, who will face off on Nov. 3 for Utah's 3rd Congressional District seat.

Oregon man who killed school shooter says he regrets there were children he didn't save

VideoRuss Bynum, Associated Press  |  Updated Oct. 23 - 8:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

Kaylub Giamanco, who fatally shot a teenage gunman at an elementary school, says he was the "last line of defense" and that he regrets not arriving soon enough to save them all.

Helicopters to spray for cheatgrass, seed land near Bear Lake

Todd Kunz, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 23 - 8:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Helicopters will apply herbicide and seed areas near Bear Lake later this month as Idaho officials work to control invasive grasses, restore habitat and reduce wildfire risk.