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56-year-old West Valley man dies while diving at Bear Lake

56-year-old West Valley man dies while diving at Bear Lake

Alex Tumalip, KSL  |  Posted June 13 - 7:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 56-year-old man from West Valley City died while diving with others at Cisco Beach at Bear Lake on Saturday afternoon.
Judge orders halt to Trump administration's 'censorship' of park exhibits

Judge orders halt to Trump administration's 'censorship' of park exhibits

Nate Raymond and David Thomas, Reuters  |  Posted June 13 - 5:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration on Friday to reinstall exhibits and ​signs on slavery and climate change it had removed because it "does not align with its preferred narrative."
Why 4 in 10 Utah teens aren't talking to their parents

Why 4 in 10 Utah teens aren't talking to their parents

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted June 13 - 5:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A statewide survey shows that there's a big disconnect when it comes to how willing older children are to share their emotions with their parents. Utah is taking the issue seriously.
Have You Seen This? Monkeys unleash a flurry of flying kicks

Have You Seen This? Monkeys unleash a flurry of flying kicks

Grant Olsen for KSL  |  Posted June 13 - 3:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Perhaps these monkeys are preparing for an MMA fight. You have to admit that their flying kicks are pretty impressive.
Justice Department clears Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros.

Justice Department clears Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros.

Dawn Chmielewski and Jody Godoy, Reuters  |  Posted June 12 - 10:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Justice Department's Antitrust Division said it cleared Paramount Skydance's planned $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, saying it ​was unlikely to harm the market.
Gene Shalit, longtime 'Today' show movie critic with bushy hair, massive mustache, dies at 100

Gene Shalit, longtime 'Today' show movie critic with bushy hair, massive mustache, dies at 100

Mark Kennedy, Associated Press  |  Updated June 12 - 8:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gene Shalit, a movie critic and arts reporter for the "Today" show, known for his puffy hair, handlebar mustache and affection for groan-inducing puns, died at the age of 100.
Utah WWII veteran turns 102 years old

Utah WWII veteran turns 102 years old

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted June 12 - 8:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dallas Workman turns 102 years old on Sunday, a milestone that has family members reflecting on a man they describe as a mentor, adventurer, educator and devoted family man.
Review: 'Disclosure Day' proves Steven Spielberg still creates wonder, even if it doesn't stick

Review: 'Disclosure Day' proves Steven Spielberg still creates wonder, even if it doesn't stick

John Clyde for KSL  |  Posted June 12 - 7:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

The good news about Steven Spielberg's new original sci-fi movie, "Disclosure Day," is that I liked it. The bad news is that I wanted to love it.
'It's like Brady keeps on living': Memorial building for young athlete gaining new life

'It's like Brady keeps on living': Memorial building for young athlete gaining new life

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted June 12 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Brady Shack, built in honor of Brady Jensen, who died in October 2005 after a short bout with encephalitis, is getting a much-needed facelift and will now serve more athletes.
Have You Seen This? Baby eel brightens diver's day

Have You Seen This? Baby eel brightens diver's day

Grant Olsen for KSL  |  Posted June 12 - 6:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Is it just me, or does this bug-eyed eel look like an aquatic version of Gumby? All I know is that it's adorable.
David Hockney, iconic British artist known for his colorful landscapes and pool scenes, dies at 88

David Hockney, iconic British artist known for his colorful landscapes and pool scenes, dies at 88

Jill Lawless, Associated Press  |  Posted June 12 - 6:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Artist David Hockney, one of the most popular and critically lauded British artists of the last century, has died. He was 88.
Ogden trampoline park opens facility to poverty-stricken youth for a day to 'just be a kid'

Ogden trampoline park opens facility to poverty-stricken youth for a day to 'just be a kid'

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted June 12 - 1:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Hive adventure and trampoline park in Ogden opened its doors to at-risk youth for a day of fun on Wednesday.
Taylor Swift now the youngest woman inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame at 36

Taylor Swift now the youngest woman inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame at 36

Maria Sherman, Associated Press  |  Updated June 12 - 11:48 a.m.  |  Save Story

Taylor Swift has become the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at age 36. Steven Spielberg introduced Swift on Thursday night with a speech about the power of songwriting.
Riding an e-vehicle at Dimple Dell Park? Sandy wants you to know the rules

Riding an e-vehicle at Dimple Dell Park? Sandy wants you to know the rules

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted June 11 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sandy is cracking down on illegal e-motorcycle riding at one of Salt Lake County's more popular trails and trying to clear up confusion amid a new age of travel.
Submissions open for Draper's annual Art in the Barn showcase

Submissions open for Draper's annual Art in the Barn showcase

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted June 11 - 5:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Artists are encouraged to apply for Draper's Art in the Barn art show and sale; submission are open through June 15.
Have You Seen This? Utah's Big Boy takes over the East Coast for the first time

Have You Seen This? Utah's Big Boy takes over the East Coast for the first time

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted June 11 - 3:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

Big Boy No. 4014, which has Utah ties, is making East Coast rounds for the first time, leading to some incredible photos and videos.
Zion's iconic Angels Landing set to reopen after unexpected repairs

Zion's iconic Angels Landing set to reopen after unexpected repairs

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted June 11 - 1:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

One of Utah's most iconic hikes is expected to reopen before this weekend after a safety issue led to its abrupt closure on Wednesday.
Longtime researcher celebrates his final butterfly release

Longtime researcher celebrates his final butterfly release

Sam Jackson, KOMU  |  Posted June 11 - 11:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

One hundred butterflies were delivered and released in Missouri on Wednesday morning, just days before the 9th Annual Butterfly Festival.
Pope Leo says history will condemn leaders who ignore migrant deaths

Pope Leo says history will condemn leaders who ignore migrant deaths

Joshua McElwee, Reuters  |  Updated June 11 - 9:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Pope Leo appealed to world leaders on Thursday to treat migrants more humanely, warning in a visit to Spain's Canary Islands, that history ​would condemn those who allowed people fleeing war or poverty to suffer.