The Olson family today looks very different than it did three years ago. The three family members had been overweight most of their lives, but have now lost a combined 375 pounds.
Crews race to find survivors of Oklahoma twister
Emergency crews searched the broken remnants of an Oklahoma City suburb Tuesday for survivors of a massive tornado that flattened homes and demolished an elementary school. At least 24 people were killed, including at least nine children, and those numbers were expected to climb.
'Cronuts,' the 'insanely addictive' croissant-donut hybrid
New Yorkers are going wild for the cronut, a croissant-donut cross that has existed for less than a month, but is already causing long lines and even weeping among some customers.
Bronco is top dog for BYU
Patrick Kinahan, Ksl.com Contributor |
posted 42 minutes ago
Bronco Mendenhall has had a change of heart, now saying he wants to continue as the BYU football coach for the foreseeable future. As the Cougars enter a new phase of life as an independent, the program needs the leadership that Mendenhall provides.
No bail decision yet for doctor accused of killing scientist ex-wife
Attorneys for John Brickman Wall, who is accused of killing his ex-wife, are seeking to have his bail reduced from $1.5 million to $100,000, but decided Monday to argue their case at a future hearing.
Suicide at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
Some 1,500 visitors were cleared out of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris after a man put a letter on the altar of the 850-year-old monument Tuesday, pulled out a gun and shot himself in the head.
Atheists to put books next to Bibles in Ga. parks
A national atheist group said Monday that it will donate its literature for use in cabins and lodges in Georgia's state parks after the governor's recent decision to allow Bibles there.
Student fakes kidnapping to avoid telling parents of failed English class
Associated Press |
posted May 21st - 10:57am
A college student in suburban Atlanta, 19-year-old Aftab Aslam, is accused of faking his own kidnapping so he could avoid telling his parents he was failing a class.
More Obama aides knew of IRS audit; Obama not told
White House chief of staff Denis McDonough and other senior advisers knew in late April that an impending report was likely to say the IRS had inappropriately targeted conservative groups, President Barack Obama's spokesman disclosed Monday, expanding the circle of top officials who knew of the audit beyond those named earlier.
Abducted boy uses Google Maps to find parents 23 years later
Cait Orton |
posted May 21st - 10:07am
Luo Gang was born in a small town near Guangan City in Sichuan Province. When he was 5 years old, he was abducted on his way to kindergarten and then taken more 900 miles away from his home to a city in the Fujian province.
Police offer $5K for info about LDS church fire
Ksl.com |
posted May 21st - 9:32am
Police have been investigating the arson that took place at an Ogden Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building May 5. They announced Tuesday that a reward of up to $5,000 will be offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person, or persons, responsible for the fire.
Teenage boy testifies against man charged with sexual abuse, forcible sodomy
Emiley Morgan |
posted May 21st - 7:43am
William Estell, who police believe may have been sexually abusing young boys for years, was ordered to stand trial Monday on charges stemming from the assault of a 14-year-old boy in a park.
Senator proposes incentives to bring gunmakers to Utah
Lisa Riley Roche |
posted May 21st - 7:27am
Sen. Howard Stephenson, R-Draper, wants to offer gun manufacturers incentives that could include tax breaks to relocate in Utah.
Police end active investigation into Powell disappearance; case documents released
For now, the 3 ½-year search for Susan Cox Powell is over. In a press conference Monday, West Valley City officials announced they are ending the active investigation into her disappearance. They also released thousands of pages of documents related to the case.
Complaints against doctors kept private by state agency
From concerns about malpractice to possible criminal acts, if you have a complaint against a doctor you're encouraged to file it with one state agency. However, an investigation found those complaints are considered private unless formal action is taken.
2 arrested at SLC airport after leaving loaded guns in luggage
Pat Reavy |
posted May 20th - 11:24pm
Two more loaded guns were discovered in passenger luggage by TSA screeners at the Salt Lake City International Airport.
Utah native describes 'eerie' experience with first tornado
For many people who have lived in Utah their entire lives, it's hard to imagine what it's like to live through a tornado. But Utah native Machele Huckabee found out exactly what it's like when the sirens went off Sunday in Wichita, Kan., just weeks after she moved there.
Huge tornado hits Oklahoma City suburb, kills 51
A monstrous tornado at least a half-mile wide roared through the Oklahoma City suburbs Monday, flattening entire neighborhoods and destroying an elementary school with a direct blow as children and teachers huddled against winds up to 200 mph. At least 51 people were killed, including at least 20 children, and officials said the death toll was expected to rise.
The bed bug infestation in apartment 17
Renters in a Holladay apartment complex want their money back after they found bed bugs living in their home when they moved in. But the landlord, they claim, wants proof of live bugs before anything will be done.
Police search for 3 suspects after assault left Vernal man in coma
Arrest warrants have been issued for three people in the May 15 beating that left a Vernal man in a coma. Police say they're also looking for a 17-year-old boy in connection with the assault.
Woman dragged into Ogden house and beaten
Police are investigating a violent scene where a woman was dragged into a house and then beaten and threatened. Officers said they believe it all started from an argument over drugs or property, but it's still not clear.
54-year-old man killed in accident on I-215 in North Salt Lake
A 54-year-old man was killed Monday evening when his vehicle rear-ended another car on I-215, careened across several lanes of traffic and was hit by another vehicle just entering the freeway.
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