Inside Utah lawmakers' plan to reform higher education in 2025

Biden warns of dangers of 'oligarchy' of ultra-rich, 'tech-industrial complex' running country

Zeke Miller, Chris Megerian and Colleen Long, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 6:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Joe Biden has used his farewell address to the nation to warn of an "oligarchy" of the ultra-wealthy taking root in the country.

Gov. Cox orders US, Utah flags to be flown at full height to mark Trump's inauguration

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 6:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gov. Spencer Cox has ordered U.S. and Utah flags, lowered to honor former President Jimmy Carter, to be temporarily raised to full-staff for Donald Trump's presidential inauguration.

RSL chief soccer officer says Arango asked for 'fresh start' ahead of surprise preseason trade

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 6:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Real Salt Lake's top decision maker, chief soccer office Kurt Schmid, spoke with the media Wednesday for the first time since last week's surprise trade that sent star striker Chicho Arango to San Jose.

Trump nominee says Boeing needs 'tough love,' EVs should pay for road use

David Shepardson, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 6:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to head the Transportation Department said Boeing needs "tough love" to get back on track after a 2024 midair emergency and that electric vehicles should pay to use roads.

Utah woman charged in attempted kidnapping and extortion cases faces new charge

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 6:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Amanda Kaye Bachman is facing a new charge accusing her of trying to extort a woman in Arizona.

Australian scientists discover bigger species of deadly funnel web spiders

Stefica Nicol Bikes, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 5:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new species of Funnel Web Spider nicknamed 'Big Boy' found in Australia gives "copious amounts of venom," a scientist says.

Bill would prevent some Utah franchise locations from being forced to open on Sundays

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 5:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

State Rep. Ken Ivory has proposed a bill that would add protections for some Utah franchise owners who want to close their stores on Sundays.

St. George responders work to recover body of man after trench collapse outside home

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 4:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

St. George firefighters and police were working to recover the body of a 54-year-old man who died after a trench collapsed in a yard outside a home.

How will Smith's Ballpark be used before it's redeveloped?

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 4:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City is beginning work to figure out "interim" uses for Smith's Ballpark before a long-term project begins as early as next year.

Trump nominees pressed on political influence in Senate hearings

Sarah N. Lynch and Andrew Goudsward, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 15 - 3:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Donald Trump's nominees for top national security jobs said they would not prioritize their loyalty to the president-elect over their duty to the country in U.S. Senate hearings on Wednesday, where they appeared to be on a path to easy confirmation.

Have You Seen This? Man has dramatic reunion with dog lost during Los Angeles wildfires

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 3:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

One of a dog owner's worst nightmares is to lose a beloved companion. Maybe it chased after some wildlife on a walk, or maybe it escaped the backyard. Either way, the panic is something that anyone who has lost a pet can relate to.

18-year-old Plain City man canoes 1,300 miles on Columbia River in new documentary

Arianne Brown for KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 3:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Braxton Mitchell was offered the opportunity of a lifetime — running the Columbia River from the Continental Divide to the Pacific Ocean.

Gov. Cox touts plan to cut income tax on Social Security this year

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 2:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox told low-tax advocates on Tuesday that he wants the state Legislature to shake up its approach to tax relief.

Mediators tout a Gaza ceasefire deal and plan to free hostages. Israel says details still in flux

Najib Jobain, Samy Magdy and Josef Federman, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 15 - 2:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Israel and Hamas agreed to pause the devastating war in the Gaza Strip, mediators announced Wednesday.

Why win over Oklahoma State was vital for BYU's playmakers — both of them

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 2:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars' former starting point guard tied a season high with 14 points on 4-of-4 shooting off the bench in the 85-69 win over the Cowboys.

Wildlife experts urge drivers to be careful as snow pushes elk to Utah valleys

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 2:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah wildlife experts are advising drivers to be careful of elk on roadways as wintering herds have started to migrate down into the valleys again

Supreme Court seems open to age checks for online porn; some free-speech questions remain

Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 15 - 1:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Supreme Court seems open to a Texas law aimed at blocking kids from seeing online pornography. But the justices could still send it back to a lower court for more consideration.

2 men arrested following chase that reached 130 mph

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 15 - 1:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two men who police say had drugs and equipment to print fake checks were arrested after leading UHP troopers on a chase that reached speeds of 130 mph.

US bans use of red dye No. 3 in food, drugs over potential cancer links

Bhanvi Satija, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 15 - 12:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. on Wednesday banned the use of a synthetic food dye that gives some candies, cakes and certain oral medications a cherry-red color, following evidence that the dye causes cancer in laboratory rats.

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Presidents of BYUs put the devotion in semester-opening devotionals

Tad Walch, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 12:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

The presidents of all three BYU schools helped kick off a new semester by giving the keynote address at their individual school's weekly devotional on Tuesday. Here's what they said.

Former Grantsville teacher sentenced for sexual abuse; staff appeared to support him

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 12:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

Former Grantsville High School teacher and coach Richard Craig Harrison, 36, was sentenced to jail Monday for sexually abusing a student.

Man ordered to stand trial in death of brother-in-law

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Kevin Ellis was ordered to stand trial in the killing of his brother-in-law, Matthew Restelli, along with charges of obstructing justice and conspiracy. He pleaded not guilty Tuesday.

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Traveling to warmer climates can help mental health

Fraxioned  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

For those in the Beehive State struggling with the lack of sunlight, the region around St. George offers an escape from winter just a few hours drive away.

Patrick Kinahan: NIL cost Utah two probable starters, Whittingham contends

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 10:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

In his usual, direct style, Kyle Whittingham didn't mince words when asked about Utah football losing two projected starters off next season's defense.

How 'innovator' Grant Harrison helped change the 'show' surrounding the Utah Jazz experience

Kathy Aiken for KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 10:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

Welcome to the Delta Center, where Utah Jazz fans pay good money for everything that comes with today's NBA experience.

As Trump's nominee hearings begin, Sen. John Curtis calls for 'seriousness' from senators

Samuel Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 9:59 a.m.  |  Save Story

As confirmation hearings begin for President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees, Sen. John Curtis called on his Senate colleagues to carefully consider their roles.

US inflation picked up in December, though underlying price pressures ease slightly

Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 15 - 9:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. inflation picked up last month as prices rose for gas, eggs, and used cars, yet underlying price pressures also showed signs of easing a bit.

Utah-based Crumbl explores $2B sale, sources say

Abigail Summerville, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 9:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

The owners of Crumbl are exploring a sale that could value the popular cookie chain at nearly $2 billion, including debt, according to people familiar with the matter.

Kearns' La Placita Market destroyed in fire; officer directing traffic hit by car

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 15 - 8:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

A fire broke out in a strip mall across the street from Kearns High School Wednesday morning, forcing road closures in a busy area. One Unified police officer was hospitalized after being hit by a car while diverting traffic from the area.

Utah cybersecurity expert weighs in on TikTok risks and app alternatives

Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 8:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

With a possible TikTok ban looming, many users are questioning why the app might go away and where they'll consume content next.

'For 18 months, they'll be OK': DHS extends protected status for Venezuelans, Salvadorans

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 8:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Department of Homeland Security has extended the temporary protected status designations for Venezuelans and El Salvadorans by 18 months.

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Utah woman loses 100 pounds in one year: Here's how

Health Utah  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

When Angie showed up at Health Utah, she was struggling with fibromyalgia, extreme fatigue, insulin resistance, depression, systemic inflammation and metabolic syndrome.

'Fired up for this offense': Utah football coaches embrace offensive makeover

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 7:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's been an offseason of change for Utah football, and it's only been a month.

Proposal to rename Burr Trail Scenic Byway after President-elect Donald Trump

Garna Mejia, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 7:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

One of Utah's most scenic roads could soon bear the name of President-elect Donald J. Trump.

2024 was Utah's second-warmest year on record. These counties broke records

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 6:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Ten counties, including Salt Lake and Washington, broke average temperature records last year, which was a scorcher across the U.S.

'It's time to look in the mirror': Hockey Club preaches accountability after latest loss

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 11:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Montreal topped Utah 5-3 Tuesday at the Delta Center continuing The Club's less-than-stellar home season.

BYU basketball pulls past Oklahoma State to snap 3-game losing skid

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 14 - 10:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Trevin Knell poured in 18 points with five rebounds as BYU snapped a three-game losing skid with a 85-69 win over Oklahoma State at the Marriott Center.

Ogden leaders table action on facility for chronically homeless, will investigate other locations

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 10:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ogden leaders tabled action on allowing plans for a facility for the chronically homeless to proceed and will instead investigate other sites before taking final action.

Utah firefighters working long shifts to help battle California fires

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 9:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

Firefighters with the Unified Fire Authority and various other departments from around the Wasatch Front are working 24-hour-long shifts to give aid where they can in Southern California.

OpenAI rolls out assistant-like feature 'Tasks' to take on Alexa, Siri

Rishi Kant, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 9:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Generative artificial intelligence bellwether OpenAI said on Tuesday that it is introducing a beta feature called Tasks to ChatGPT, signaling the company's foray into the virtual assistant space, competing with Apple's Siri and Amazon's Alexa.

Church of Jesus Christ partners with Silicon Slopes to package 1 million meals for food bank

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 8:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints partnered with Silicon Slopes through JustServe to host a unique service project of packing 1 million meals to be given to the Utah Food Bank.

Sandy city leaders, firefighters discuss large-scale fire potential at Dimple Dell

Andrew Adams, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 8:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sandy city leaders and firefighters spoke Tuesday about the potential for a large-scale fire event similar to the one in Los Angeles to unfold close to home at 630-acre Dimple Dell Park.

A retro blue VW van miraculously survives deadly Los Angeles fire

Janie Har, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 8:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

A retro blue VW van that somehow survived the Los Angeles fire has become a symbol of hope.

Crest, Colgate lawsuits target fluoride in kids' toothpaste, mouth rinse

Jonathan Stempel, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 7:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Procter & Gamble and Colgate-Palmolive are among the defendants in six new lawsuits because of products that contain fluoride, which can be harmful if swallowed in large quantities.

Building connections vital for Utah senior citizens to stave off loneliness, health experts say

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

It's time to address the sense of loneliness amongst Utah's senior citizen population, which can have a negative effect on the body similar to smoking an average of 15 cigarettes a day, experts say.

Speaker Johnson orders US Capitol flags raised to full height for Trump's inauguration

Meg Kinnard, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 6:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

House Speaker Mike Johnson has ordered that flags at the U.S. Capitol be raised to their full height on Inauguration Day. This pauses a 30-day flag-lowering ordered by President Joe Biden following the death of former President Jimmy Carter.

UTA leaders eye pre-pandemic ridership levels after 40M rides last year

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 6:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Transit Authority reports over 40 million rides were recorded in 2024, marking its busiest year since 2019.

Mission to moon carries tiny red Swedish home to space

The Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 5:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Swedish artist is about to have the dream of a lifetime fulfilled: A little red model house he created will be launched into space this week and, if all goes according to plan, put on the surface of the moon.

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2025 Utah Auto Expo brings the latest and greatest to Sandy Jan. 17-20

Jason Bell, KSL Cars  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 5:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Get ready to rev your engines! The 2025 Utah International Auto Expo is rolling into the Mountain America Expo Center Jan. 17–20, offering a spectacular showcase of the latest and greatest in automotive innovation.

What Utah business wants from the Legislature this year

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 5:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake's business community is asking Utah lawmakers to prioritize affordable housing and child care for young families and to take a balanced approach to immigration this session.

Utah County OB-GYN faces 15 felony charges plus civil suit filed by 217 women

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 4:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah County OB-GYN who was the subject of lawsuit involving 94 women, which has since grown to 217 women, now faces 15 felony charges.

FDA proposes nutrition labels in front of packaged foods

Sriparna Roy, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 4:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday proposed that packaged foods require a nutrition label on the front, in its latest push under the outgoing Biden administration to help consumers make healthier choices.

In fiery hearing, Trump's nominee Hegseth clashes over future of Pentagon

Phil Stewart, Idrees Ali and Patricia Zengerle, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 14 - 3:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth, came under fire during his confirmation hearing on Tuesday as Democrats railed against him and voiced their deep concerns about him.

A Utah Republican wants to help Trump keep his promise to families

Gitanjali Poonia, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 3:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

President-elect Donald Trump is set to take office next week. Before he enters the White House, the Congressional Republican Conference is laying the groundwork to fulfill the promises his campaign made on the trail.

Montreal Canadiens NHL player hit by car in Salt Lake City

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 14 - 3:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Montreal Canadiens forward Emil Heineman was hit by a driver in downtown Salt Lake City Monday.

Over half a million 'TikTok refugees' flock to China's RedNote 

Eduardo Baptista, Katie Paul and Krystal Hu, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 14 - 2:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

New users have piled in to Chinese social media app RedNote just days before a proposed U.S. ban on the popular social media app TikTok.

Utah teacher now in Brazil faces 30 felonies accusing him of sexually abusing 2 students

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 14 - 1:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

An Eagle Mountain teacher is facing 30 felony charges accusing him of engaging in illegal sexual activity with two teen students. Police say he flew to Brazil after being placed on leave.

Ex-boyfriend of woman found discarded in Tooele County charged with aggravated murder

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 1:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man who police say brutally killed his ex-girlfriend, dumped her body in Tooele County, then tried to flee to Mexico on a bus was charged Tuesday with aggravated murder.

Stick-figure pictures of boy being abused led to felony charges against father

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 1:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

A West Valley father is facing felony child abuse charges following an investigation that included his young son drawing pictures of being abused in his school journal.