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ByteDance, TikTok seek temporary halt to US ban pending Supreme Court review

David Shepardson, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 10 - 7:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

China-based ByteDance and its short-video app TikTok on Monday asked an appeals court to temporarily block a law that would require that parent company ByteDance divest TikTok by Jan. 19 or face a ban, pending a review by the Supreme Court.

West Valley man charged with forcing teen girl into his apartment

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 7:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

A West Valley man is accused of forcing a teen girl into his apartment against her will and trying to sexually assault her.

Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing is charged with murder in New York, court records show

Michael R. Sisak and Mark Scolforo, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 6:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

Court records show New York prosecutors have charged a man with murder in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare's CEO.

Polygamous sect leader gets 50 years in prison in scheme to orchestrate sex involving children

Jacques Billeaud and Anita Snow, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 6:19 a.m.  |  Save Story

A polygamist leader in Arizona has been sentenced to 50 years in prison. Samuel Bateman had pleaded guilty to claiming more than 20 spiritual "wives," including 10 underage girls.

Audit: Better data, intervention strategies needed to close student proficiency gaps

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 10:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

A legislative audit released Monday found the percentage of students in Utah who change their proficiency on statewide academic assessments is "problematically low."

1 injured after motorcycle, vehicle crash in Sandy

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man is in critical condition after a car and motorcycle crashed in Sandy Monday night.

Apartment complex fire in Rose Park damages 6 units, displaces 12 people

Shara Park, KSL-TV  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 9:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

A fire burning in the walls and attic of a Salt Lake City apartment complex Monday left six units damaged and 12 people displaced.

2 gunmen charged with kidnapping woman in Lehi

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 9:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Salt Lake man and an Eagle Mountain man were each charged Monday with kidnapping a woman in Lehi. Police say they both had guns and threatened her.

Red Cross, Salt Lake firefighters warn of Christmas present and tree dangers

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 9:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

Firefighters and Red Cross officials say house fires from Christmas trees and Christmas presents are preventable if people take the proper safety steps.

Audit finds 1,400 apparently deceased voters on rolls in Utah, recommends changes

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 9:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

A legislative audit found over 1,400 voters who are believed to be deceased and recommended that election officials do more to remove deceased and duplicate voters from the rolls.

Supreme Court rejects school gender-identity policy challenge

Andrew Chung, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 8:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Supreme Court, turning away another case involving transgender issues, declined on Monday to hear a bid to revive a lawsuit against a public school district in Wisconsin over a gender identity policy.

Police investigating stabbing that injured man in Ogden

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 8:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Police are investigating a stabbing that injured a man in Ogden Monday night.

What it's like inside the Asher Adams, a historic train station turned Salt Lake hotel

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 7:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Asher Adams, Salt Lake City's newest hotel, features a unique blend of Utah railroad history within its details.

Rocky Mountain Power customers rally against 18% proposed rate increase, commitment to coal

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 7:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Customers of Rocky Mountain Power aren't happy with the company's amended rate increase and say the power giant will still get its desired 30% increase.

Webb telescope confirms the universe is expanding at an unexpected rate

Will Dunham, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 6:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

Fresh corroboration of the perplexing observation that the universe is expanding more rapidly than expected has scientists pondering the cause.

Videos released of officers responding to naked man who later died

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 5:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Body camera videos were released Monday from two officers who responded to a naked man who appeared to be struggling and later died after being handcuffed.

Taco Bell is testing a new cafe focused on its drinks

Jordan Valinsky, CNN  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 4:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Taco Bell is testing a new restaurant that isn't focused on tacos.

Supreme Court avoids Hawaii legal fight over hiking with a gun

Andrew Chung, Reuters  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 4:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Supreme Court rejected on Monday a Hawaii man's bid to throw out criminal charges for carrying a pistol while hiking.

Testimony wraps in competency dispute for death-row inmate Ralph Menzies

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 4:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

The final testimony was offered Monday in a hearing to determine whether Utah death row inmate Ralph Menzies is competent enough to be executed. More arguments are scheduled for April.

US consumers expect higher inflation and better economy, New York Fed says

Michael S. Derby, Reuters  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 3:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. consumers were bracing last month for higher levels of inflation in coming years even as they marked up expectations that their personal financial situations would improve markedly, the New York Federal Reserve reported on Monday.

Have You Seen This? Hawaii gets snow, too

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 3:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

It's not always sunshine and rainbows in the 50th state. Check out what happens when big storms blow through the island paradise I call home.

Discover the magic of the season with KSL.com's 2024 Holiday Lights Guide

KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The holiday season is here, and there's nothing quite like the glow of festive lights to brighten your nights and lift your spirits.

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How you can dramatically improve the life of a refugee in Utah

Catholic Community Services  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utahns now have the incredible opportunity to "pay it forward" and make a profound difference in the lives of unaccompanied refugee minors.

'Polarization' is Merriam-Webster's 2024 word of the year

Anna Furman, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 2:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Depending on who you ask, the results of the 2024 U.S. presidential election rattled the country or were cause for celebration. Is it any surprise the Merriam-Webster word of the year is "polarization"?

Man in custody had gun, mask and writings tying him to UnitedHealthcare CEO killing, police say

Cedar Attanasio and Michael R. Sisak, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 2:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Police arrested a "strong person of interest" Monday in the brazen Manhattan killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO after a quick-thinking McDonald's employee in Pennsylvania alerted authorities.

Veteran Daniel Penny is acquitted in NYC subway chokehold case over Jordan Neely's death

Jennifer Peltz, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 2:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Marine veteran who put an agitated subway rider in a chokehold on a New York subway has been acquitted in the man's death.

Charges: South Jordan mom hosted parties, engaged in sexual activities with teen boys

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 2:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

A South Jordan woman is facing multiple felony charges accusing her of providing a group of boys marijuana and alcohol and engaging in sexual activity with some of them.

I-15 reopens after fatal multivehicle crash in Millard County

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 1:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

One person was killed and four others injured in a multivehicle crash that forced the closure of northbound I-15 in Millard County for several hours on Monday.

Prison ordered for man who murdered woman in 2020 Millcreek carjacking

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 1:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah judge said he was "overwhelmed" by the family of murder victim Linda Nemelka's "capacity for generosity" in sentencing her killer to prison. She died during a failed carjacking attempt in March 2020.

Lara Trump leaves RNC, eyes Senate seat

Samuel Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 1:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

Lara Trump will step down from her position as co-chair of the Republican National Committee, she announced on social media Sunday.

Bronco Mendenhall has 'extreme expectations' as he begins Utah State tenure

Alex Vejar for KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 12:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mendenhall, a Utah native who coached at BYU for more than a decade, may be a man who needs no introduction in the Beehive State.

Team investigating whether officer was distracted when he hit pedestrian

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 12:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A team investigating a crash involving a pedestrian and Provo police vehicle is looking at whether the officer was on his phone at the time.

73-year-old woman struck, killed by vehicle in Cottonwood Heights

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 12:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 73-year-old woman was struck and killed by a vehicle in Cottonwood Heights early Monday.

Gov. Cox says deporting criminals will save Utah money

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gov. Cox said additional funds to increase criminal deportations are not in his fiscal year 2026 budget recommendations because deportations will actually save the state money.

'Emilia Perez,' 'The Brutalist' lead Golden Globe film nominations

Lisa Richwine and Danielle Broadway, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 11:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

Musical thriller "Emilia Perez" and post-World War II epic "The Brutalist" topped the roster of films nominated on Monday for the 2025 Golden Globes, the Hollywood honors that kick off the movie awards season leading to the Oscars.

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QUIZ: Test your sleep IQ and you could win a Twilla adjustable pillow

Twilla  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Take the quiz below to see how much you know about the importance of a good night's sleep. Make sure and include your email for a chance to win a Twilla adjustable pillow, developed by Utah brothers Peter and Mark Rane.

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Faith and family led these siblings to winning 'The Voice' — and now, to Utah

Lottie Elizabeth Johnson, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 11:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

With a 'Voice' win, a tour with Pentatonix and a Christmas album under their belts, Girl Named Tom is on a Christmas tour that visits Salt Lake City Monday night.

Utah state lawmaker appears on 'Dr. Phil'

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 11:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's youngest state lawmaker appeared on Thursday's episode of "Dr. Phil Primetime" to defend the importance of prioritizing victims, not perpetrators, in the criminal justice process.

Utah football using full reset to correct offensive woes of 2024 season

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 10:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

There were only 19 FBS schools that had a worse total offense than Utah football for the 2024 season. That's not a compliment.

Ogden man charged with setting roommate on fire

Ashley Imlay, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 9:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

An Ogden man was charged Monday with throwing gasoline on a woman he lives with and setting her on fire.

Man charged with attempted murder for allegedly trying to run over children at park

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 9 - 9:10 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah man was charged Monday with three counts of attempted murder after police say he chased two groups of children through a park in Price, trying to run them over.

'He's a darn good football coach': Colorado eager for conference tilt with No. 17 BYU

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

"Don't get it twisted," Coach Prime said of his BYU counterpart before the No. 23 Buffs and No. 17 Cougars met in San Antonio. "He's a darn good football coach."

Jay-Z denies allegations he sexually assaulted a 13-year-old in 2000 with Sean 'Diddy' Combs

Kara Scannell and Elizabeth Wagmeister, CNN  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 8:50 a.m.  |  Save Story

A woman who alleges she was sexually assaulted by Sean "Diddy" Combs has amended her lawsuit to include allegations that she was also assaulted by Jay-Z at the same party.

Eagle Mountain woman shares memory of multi-car crash that injured her and her husband

Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 8:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

A woman seriously injured in a six-car crash on Cory B. Wride Memorial Highway shared what she remembers of the crash, and how severe her husband's injuries are.

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Unlocking the subscription economy: how to build sticky apps that users love

Utah Tech Labs  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

If your app isn't getting opened daily or weekly, you're losing money fast. It's not about flashy features or gimmicks — it's about delivering real value every time users log in.

Utah ranks fourth in household debt

Emma Pitts, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 7:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

The total debt balance in the United States has gradually increased since about 2013, and housing debt reached $12.98 trillion in the third quarter of 2024.

Woman faces obstruction charges for helping wanted man with $100K warrant, police say

Cody Blowers, St. George News  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 7:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

One woman is in custody on suspicion of obstruction of justice following the arrest of a second suspect wanted on a $100,000 warrant issued out of Washington County.

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour comes to an end

Alli Rosenbloom, CNN  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 7:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Taylor Swift performed her final Eras Tour concert on Sunday in Vancouver, bringing a significant chapter in modern music history to a close.

Utility scale solar grew rapidly in 2024; more to come

Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 6:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

It may be a bit dreary outside in Utah, but the American Clean Power Association has bright news when it comes to the growth of utility scale solar capacity across the country, predicting record breaking growth.

Locals in the NFL: Puka Nacua goes off to help Rams hold off Bills in 902-yard game

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 10:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

The former BYU and Orem High star caught a season-high 12 passes for 162 yards and a touchdown, and added 16 yards rushing with another scoring run.

'We got our butts kicked': Jazz crash back down to earth in 44-point loss to Kings

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 8 - 10:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Lighting didn't strike twice — at least not for the Utah Jazz.

'Fighting Spirit': A former combat chaplain searches for healing

Hanna Seariac, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 10:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

One man's search for healing led him to make a film about military chaplains. Chaplains help people process significant losses while also processing it themselves.

Church of Jesus Christ Christmas devotional encourages members to reach out

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 9:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are encouraged to share the love of Christ with others this Christmas season.

What the IOC president said about Utah's 2034 Winter Games

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 8:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach was succinct in addressing questions Thursday about Utah's 2034 Winter Games.

Cooley's go-ahead goal in 2nd period gives Utah 4-2 win in back-to-back days

Nathan Dunn, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 8:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Logan Cooley scored with 5 minutes left in the second period as the Utah Hockey Club defeated the Flyers 4-2

Elf on the Shelf ideas your kids might love — or hate

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 8:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Social media is ripe with parents blaming a particular festive tradition for pushing them over the edge — the dreaded Elf on the Shelf.

Trump calls for immediate Ukraine ceasefire, Kyiv and Moscow cite conditions

John Irish, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 8 - 8:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

President-elect Donald Trump called on Sunday for an immediate ceasefire and negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to end "the madness," prompting Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy and the Kremlin to list their conditions.

Motorcyclist dies in crash on Redwood Road in West Jordan

Matt Brooks, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 7:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

A motorcyclist died in a crash on Redwood Road and 8680 South in West Jordan on Sunday.

Tired of Utah? Immersive park at Orem mall aims to transport patrons to another world

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 7:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dreamwalk Park is described as an "indoor, micro theme park" with the intent to help patrons escape this world and discover another one.