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South Jordan man sentenced to 15 years for paying minors $30K for nudes

Gabrielle Shiozawa, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 28 - 7:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

A South Jordan man was sentenced in federal court Wednesday to 15 years in prison after prosecutors say he offered approximately 200 Utah girls money for nude photos, and paid tens of thousands to around 27 girls who agreed.

Terrell Vaughn's impressive start for Aggies has fostered growth for other receivers

Andrew Hyde for KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 28 - 7:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

Through the first four games, the slot receiver is tied for first in the nation in touchdown receptions with six and is second in the nation in receptions with 38.

Michael Gambon, actor who played Prof. Dumbledore in 6 'Harry Potter' movies, dies at age 82

Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 28 - 6:50 a.m.  |  Save Story

Veteran actor Michael Gambon, who was known to many for his portrayal of Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore in six of eight "Harry Potter" films, has died. He was 82.

14-year-old girl critically injured after being hit by SUV in Heber City

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com and Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV  |  Updated Sept. 27 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 14-year-old girl was critically injured after being struck by an SUV in Heber City Wednesday, according to police.

With Trump absent again, Republicans exchange insults at chaotic debate

Tim Reid and Joseph Ax, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 27 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Donald Trump's Republican rivals clashed at a chaotic presidential debate on Wednesday, leveling attacks at the absent former president, Democratic President Joe Biden and one another over issues from China to immigration to the economy.

3 astronauts return to Earth after a year in space; NASA's Frank Rubio sets US space record

Marcia Dunn, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 10:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

A NASA astronaut and two Russians are back on Earth after being stuck in space for just over a year.

Salt Lake police ask for help identifying person involved in downtown suspicious item

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 9:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City police officers are asking the public for help in identifying a person who might be involved with Monday's suspicious item investigation.

Consulting firm McKinsey to pay $230M in latest opioid settlements

Nate Raymond, Reuters  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 9:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Consulting firm McKinsey & Co. has agreed to pay $230 million to resolve lawsuits by hundreds of U.S. local governments and school districts alleging it fueled an epidemic of opioid addiction through its work for bankrupt OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma and other drug companies.

With boil order still in effect, Apple Valley issues burn ban; mayor urges water conservation

E. George Goold, St. George News  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 9:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

Residents of Apple Valley are now under a full burn-ban and officials said on Tuesday that the current water crisis can be expected to go on for at least a couple more weeks.

Court rejects Utah's attempt to stop new EPA air pollution rule

Kyle Dunphey, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 8:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal appeals court has sided with the Biden administration after Utah sued over the Environmental Protection Agency's "good neighbor" rule.

Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce reestablishing operations in Utah County

Sydnee Gonzalez, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 8:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah County reopening follows other similar partnerships across Northern Utah in recent months, including a merger with the Utahs Latino American Chamber of Commerce and new offices in Taylorsville and Ogden.

Calling himself a 'conservative fighter,' Brad Wilson announces 2024 Senate run

Gitanjali Poonia, Deseret News  |  Updated Sept. 27 - 8:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's Speaker of the House Brad Wilson announced Wednesday he will seek to fill the eventual vacant seat of Sen. Mitt Romney.

Orem military veteran honored for continued community service

Gabrielle Shiozawa, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 8:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

An Orem military veteran was recognized by the Veterans of Foreign Wars #StillServing campaign for the way he continues to serve his community, even after returning to civilian life.

Lee asks feds for 'prompt' reimbursement if Utah keeps national parks open during shutdown

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 7:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sen. Mike Lee is looking to get Utah repaid if it has to use state funds to keep national parks open during a government shutdown.

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QUIZ: What Café Rio entrée are you?

Cafe Rio  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Don't forget to enter your email address for the chance to win four meal cards to Café Rio!

BYU linebacker concerns could spell more time for Corner Canyon 4-star that got away

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 6:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

The status of the Cougars' leading tackler is "day-to-day" ahead of Friday night's kickoff against Cincinnati, defensive coordinator Jay Hill said, which could open the door for former top-40 prospect Harrison Taggart.

Man dies after cooking fire sets trailer ablaze

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Updated Sept. 27 - 6:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 60-year-old man died Tuesday in an accidental cooking fire, according to Unified Fire Authority.

Ground broken for Utahraptor State Park near Moab

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 6:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A groundbreaking ceremony was held for the brand new Utahraptor State Park, which includes the quarry where a majority of the dinosaur bones are buried.

Where is Target closing stores due to increased crime, theft?

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 5:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Target is closing nine stores, all but one of them in the West, because increasing theft and organized retail crime are putting employees and customers in harm's way.

'I want you to partner with us': Here's what U. leaders had to say on Day 1 of Silicon Slopes

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 5:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

University of Utah President Taylor Randall and University of Utah Health CEO Michael Good on Wednesday shared their vision for how the university fits in the realm of Silicon Slopes.

5 ways to help the animal community

Kathleen Clove, KSL Classifieds  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 5:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

While the popularity of pets has steadily climbed for the past 35 years, so has the need to care for unwanted ones. How can you help support the animals in your community? KSL Classifieds has five ways you can get involved.

Ex-USU professor pleads guilty to misusing university funds

Gabrielle Shiozawa, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 4:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A former Utah State University professor pleaded guilty Monday to misuse of money, a second-degree felony, after police say he fraudulently filled out university reimbursement forms for almost $12,000.

Rep. John Curtis 'very seriously' looking at a run for Mitt Romney's Senate seat

Gitanjali Poonia, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 3:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

Rep. John Curtis is "very seriously" thinking about running for Sen. Mitt Romney's seat in the U.S. Senate.

'Turbulence ahead': US Senate and House diverge on strategy as shutdown peril grows

Clare Foran, Haley Talbot, Morgan Rimmer, Kristin Wilson and Lauren Fox, CNN  |  Updated Sept. 27 - 3:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

With just four days before government funding expires, there is still no clear path to avert a shutdown.

Soldier who crossed into North Korea 2 months ago is in US custody

Matthew Lee, Kim Tong-hyung and Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 27 - 3:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

The White House says the American soldier who sprinted into North Korea across the heavily fortified border between the Koreas two months ago has been released into U.S. custody.

Have You Seen This? Shrek's swamp now available on Airbnb

Sydnee Gonzalez, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 3:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A real-life recreation of Shrek's swamp home is available for up to three guests next month. The two-bed studio in the Scottish highlands stay's true to the DreamWorks depiction of the ogre's home, including the iconic outhouse.

Here's when Utah's COVID-19 vaccine order may finally be filled

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 3:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

It's been about two weeks since the Utah Department of Health and Human Services placed the state's first order for the new COVID-19 vaccine from the federal government.

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Ski runs and slot canyons are Utah's magic vacation season

Ember  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Enjoying a snowy weekend in Park City and the next weekend playing golf through red rocks is no longer just a dream!

Locals in the NFL transactions: Jets add to QB room, but Wilson still 'unquestioned' starter

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 2:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

The New York Jets signed six-year NFL veteran Trevor Siemian to the practice squad Wednesday, but head coach Robert Saleh insists former BYU quarterback Zach Wilson is still the 'unquestioned' starter.

McDonald's is adding 2 new sauces

Jordan Valinsky, CNN  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 2:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

McDonald's is spicing up its sauces.

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Poll: Republicans see Trump as a 'person of faith' — more so than Mitt Romney

Suzanne Bates, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 1:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sen. Mitt Romney tops the list for independents, while more Democrats say President Biden is a man of faith.

'Zombie mortgages' catching Utahns off guard

Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL-TV  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 1:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Rachel Montes was served a notice on her door demanding $65,000 from a mortgage company when she thought the account had been settled over a decade ago. With the Utah market looking the way it is now, this kind of "zombie mortgage" situation isn't uncommon.

3 more cities investigating string of Latter-day Saint church burglaries

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 12:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Police say damages to more than 30 meetinghouses of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in south Salt Lake County from recent burglaries amount to about $100,000.

With added depth and shooting, Runnin' Utes optimistic for improved season

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 12:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah head coach Craig Smith didn't shy away from the fact that his team struggled on offense late in the season last year.

Sparks continue to fly as Salt Lake mayoral candidates discuss west side issues

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

All three candidates for Salt Lake City's mayoral seat jockeyed over how they would handle issues in the city, especially the west side, during a forum Tuesday night.

Bystander stabbed during downtown Salt Lake fight

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 11:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man who police say was trying to help others take away a knife from a man outside a Salt Lake bar early Wednesday ended up being stabbed.

State Route 24 closed after semi hauling fuel crashes, catches fire

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Updated Sept. 27 - 10:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

State Route 24 is closed near Loa, in Wayne County, after a semitruck hauling fuel crashed and caught fire.

Utes mailbag: How much of an impact will Cam Rising have on the offense?

Josh Newman for KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 10:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new Utes mailbag with questions on Cam Rising, Johnny Maea, how Kyle Whittingham runs his program, and more.

Ex-Layton police officer sent to prison for causing DUI crash that killed his passenger

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 9:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

A former Layton police officer was sent to prison Tuesday for causing a DUI crash that killed a woman riding in his car in 2021. "You know better," a judge told him.

Utah man killed his ex's new boyfriend with 'malice and a cold heart,' police say

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Updated Sept. 27 - 9:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

An 18-year-old man who was arrested and accused of shooting and killing his ex-girlfriend's new boyfriend in West Valley City allegedly told witnesses it felt good to kill him, police say.

Taylor Swift's concert film scores a worldwide release

Danielle Broadway, Reuters  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 9:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Taylor Swift, a pop star known for shattering records, announced on Tuesday her documentary film from her billion-dollar Eras concert tour will be screening worldwide.

KSL.com BOLD prep football player of the week: Mountain Ridge's Semisi Kinikini

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 9:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Kinikini ran for nine touchdowns last season and is well on his way to topping that with seven scores so far in his senior season.

Utah Jazz unveil streaming service, and here's how much it'll cost for Jazz+

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 9:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

The team announced Jazz+ Wednesday, a direct-to-consumer steaming platform that will feature live games, full-length replays and a content library.

Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 3.4 million vehicles due to fire risk, urge owners to park outdoors

Tom Krisher, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 8:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

Hyundai and Kia are recalling nearly 3.4 million vehicles in the U.S. and telling owners to park them outside due to the risk of engine compartment fires.

Family of 4 displaced after house fire in Clearfield

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 8:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

A family of four was displaced following a house fire in Clearfield late Tuesday.

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How to make a fun hangout spot for your teen and their friends

Minky Couture  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

As a parent, you want your home to be the kind of place where your kids feel comfortable bringing their friends.

Riverton man pleads guilty in road rage shooting that killed Pleasant Grove dad

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 7:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Riverton man has pleaded guilty to shooting and killing a Pleasant Grove man during a road rage confrontation in Sandy last year.

7-year-old girl seriously injured when hit by truck now breathing on her own

Debbie Worthen and Mary Culbertson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 7:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

A 7-year-old St. George girl was hit by a pickup truck on Saturday and sustained serious injuries. She was flown to Las Vegas where her family is now hoping for her full recovery.

Why is a child care 'cliff' looming this month?

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 7:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

Some child care providers and the families who use them could face a crisis starting this weekend as pandemic-era emergency financial support ends Saturday, Sept. 30, which is the end of fiscal year 2023.

Free expungements offered in Utah for National Recovery Month

Kaigan Mears Bigler, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 6:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah organization aims to help people who have been clean from substance abuse clear their records to better secure jobs and housing.

For baby's sake, CDC says pregnant women need to have this vaccine

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 26 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

More babies are hospitalized for respiratory syncytial virus than any other cause. And now that an RSV vaccine has been approved, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging pregnant women to make sure they take advantage of it, for the sake of the child.

President Biden's son Hunter sues Giuliani, lawyer over alleged data breach

Jonathan Stempel and Karen Freifeld, Reuters  |  Posted Sept. 26 - 9:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden has sued Rudy Giuliani and Giuliani's former lawyer Robert Costello, accusing the pair of violating Hunter Biden's privacy over data allegedly taken from his laptop, court documents filed on Tuesday showed.

Hollywood writers guild ends strike ahead of final contract vote

Lisa Richwine and Dawn Chmielewski, Reuters  |  Posted Sept. 26 - 9:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hollywood's writers union said its members could return to work on Wednesday while they decide whether to approve a three-year deal that provides pay raises and some protections around use of artificial intelligence among other gains.

'Entrepreneurial capital of the world': Silicon Slopes set to launch summit in Salt Lake City

Art Raymond, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 26 - 9:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah tech sector outreach and education group Silicon Slopes is geared up and ready to host over 10,000 attendees at its eighth Silicon Slopes Summit at the Delta Center this week.

'You've hurt enough people': Accusers react after anti-trafficking nonprofit CEO denied bail

Lauren Steinbrecher, KSL-TV  |  Updated Sept. 26 - 8:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Candace Lierd, the CEO of the nonprofit anti-human trafficking organization Exitus, appeared for a hearing Tuesday where she was denied bail by a judge.

Here's what the federal government is telling insurers about covering the cost of COVID-19 shots

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 26 - 8:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Insurance companies around the country are being reminded of their legal obligation to cover the cost of the new COVID-19 vaccine now that the federal government is no longer picking up the tab for the shots.

Donald Trump found liable for fraud in New York civil case

Jonathan Stempel and Karen Freifeld, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 26 - 8:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

A New York judge found Donald Trump and his family business fraudulently inflated the value of his properties and other assets, in a major defeat for the former U.S. president that could severely hamper his ability to do business in the state.

Strike talks continue as Screen Actors Guild plans rally in Salt Lake City

Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV  |  Posted Sept. 26 - 8:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

There are several thousand members of the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Radio and Television Artists here in Utah who haven't come to terms with Hollywood studios yet.

Clearfield man pleads guilty to trying to hit ex-girlfriend with his car

Gabrielle Shiozawa, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 26 - 7:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Clearfield man initially charged with attempted murder in an Ogden confrontation with his ex-girlfriend is now awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty to a lesser charge of aggravated assault.