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Not exactly smooth sailing at the 52nd Albuquerque balloon fiesta after 4 incidents
The Associated Press | Posted Oct. 13 - 10:21 p.m. | Save Story
A drone show and a flawless farewell mass ascension ended Sunday's last day of the 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. But it wasn't all smooth sailing for this year's nine-day event hot air balloon.
Yellow Lake Fire: Officials urging residents in Hanna to be ready to evacuate just in case
Mark Jones, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 13 - 10:20 p.m. | Save Story
Officials overseeing the Yellow Lake Fire urged residents of a small town to be ready for a possible evacuation notice during a public meeting Sunday at Kamas Middle School.
Locals in the NFL: Tyler Allgeier powers Falcons past Panthers, Clark Phillips seals it
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 10:13 p.m. | Save Story
Clark Phillips III had a chance at his first career pick-six with an interception of his own Sunday. But the former University of Utah cornerback opted to pass — or, more accurately, to take a knee.
Man with loaded gun arrested at checkpoint near Trump's weekend rally in Southern California
Christopher Weber, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 13 - 9:42 p.m. | Save Story
Authorities say a Nevada man with a shotgun, loaded handgun and fake passports in his vehicle was arrested at a security checkpoint outside Donald Trump's rally Saturday night in the Southern California desert.
New fires threatening homes in southeast Utah, Tooele County
Larry D. Curtis, KSL-TV | Updated Oct. 13 - 9:01 p.m. | Save Story
A new fire blazed up Sunday south of Monticello, less than a mile away from homes.
Matt McCarty goes from Korn Ferry to Masters with title at Utah's 1st PGA Tour event in 61 years
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 8:36 p.m. | Save Story
The rookie who won three times on the Korn Ferry Tour to earn instant promotion in August to professional golf's highest level to finish two shots clear of the inaugural title at the Black Desert Championship.
Springville police searching for gunman who shot man 3 times
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 8:26 p.m. | Save Story
Springville police are searching for a gunman who shot and injured one person Sunday afternoon.
Teens are feeling pressured and burned out, study shows. Here's how to help
Kara Alaimo, CNN | Updated Oct. 13 - 8:22 p.m. | Save Story
Some 81% of teens ages 13 through 17 feel pressure that leaves them feeling badly about their game plans, achievements, appearances, social lives, friendships and/or how informed they are about issues, the survey found.
Price residents struggle with housing costs, but the city has hope
Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 13 - 7:51 p.m. | Save Story
People in Price are concerned about housing costs, and since many people in town are on fixed incomes, it's something they want to see their elected officials pay special attention to.
Study: COVID may increase risk of heart attack, stroke, death for 3 years after infection
Brenda Goodman, CNN | Updated Oct. 13 - 7:06 p.m. | Save Story
COVID-19 could be a powerful risk factor for heart attacks and strokes for as long as three years after an infection, a large new study suggests.
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Trax train driver suffers mental breakdown after fatal accident
Davis & Sanchez | Posted Oct. 13 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
A Trax train driver involved in a tragic accident finds his insurance claim denied until attorneys for Davis & Sanchez stepped in.
Spanish scientists to shed light on mystery of Columbus origins, burial
Emma Pinedo, Reuters | Updated Oct. 13 - 6:29 p.m. | Save Story
Spanish scientists said they will reveal details of the nationality of 15th-century explorer Christopher Columbus on Saturday, after using DNA analysis to tackle a centuries-old mystery.
First hat trick in club history gives Utah Royals 3rd consecutive win
Caleb Turner, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 13 - 6:23 p.m. | Save Story
It took Cloe Lacasse one half to do what no player had done in an entire game before in Utah Royals history.
Is it time to talk about the College Football Playoff after BYU's 6-0 start?
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 6:18 p.m. | Save Story
The Cougars want to win, but they're also ready to begin to have a conversation.
Dense breasts can make it harder to spot cancer on a mammogram
Carla K. Johnson, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 13 - 5:51 p.m. | Save Story
A new U.S. rule requires mammography centers to inform women about their breast density.
Thanks to its fall festival, 'downtown ranch' still standing strong
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 13 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
Like a lot of family farmers and ranchers these days, Heather Limon and her brother Dalon Hinckley have to be creative to stay afloat.
Roy Police Department urges vigilance after recent bust of card skimmers
Lauren Steinbrecher, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 13 - 4:18 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah grocery store customer and employee are to thank for uncovering a fraud scheme in the store, before potentially thousands of people became victims.Â
Have You Seen This? How sound effects are made
John Clyde for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 3:41 p.m. | Save Story
Foley artist? More like powerful sorcerer. That man has done more with a trombone than the entire London Symphony.
On religious freedom, Kamala Harris faces doubts from conservatives
Samuel Benson, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 13 - 3:04 p.m. | Save Story
Many religious conservatives are not satisfied with Vice President Kamala Harris' record on religious liberty.
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65-year-old Utah couple finds $292,567 in retirement tax savings
B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions and Advisors | Posted Oct. 13 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Mike and Patty were shocked at how much they'd owe in taxes – and by how much they could save.
Jazz to ice and back again: How the Delta Center is handling double duty
Ryan Miller, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 2:22 p.m. | Save Story
Utah is not the only place where two teams share a stadium, so working together was an old hat for the leagues.
Determination to rebuild follows Florida's hurricanes with acceptance that storms will come again
Russ Bynum, Brendan Farrington and Ty O'Neil, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 13 - 2:12 p.m. | Save Story
The devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton is still being tallied as a swath of Florida comes to terms with damage from the unusual dual strike of storms in such close proximity.
'An answer to prayers': How Latter-day Saints say the newly announced temples will bless them
Hanna Seariac, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 13 - 1:21 p.m. | Save Story
Latter-day Saints in different parts of the world responded to the temple announcements with joy and gratitude, believing God answered their prayers.
Cities are using sheep to graze in urban landscapes, and people love it
Kristin M. Hall, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 13 - 12:26 p.m. | Save Story
Munching their way through green spaces in urban environments, sheep and goats are becoming a trendy sight in cities.
BYU continues its climb as Utah bottoms out in latest AP Top 25 rankings
Josh Furlong, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 12:17 p.m. | Save Story
With the spotlight shining bright amid a "Big Noon Kickoff" experience Saturday morning, BYU continued the show that afternoon with a dominating win at home over Arizona.
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7 trends driving today's kitchen renovations
Bedrock Quartz | Posted Oct. 13 - 11:30 a.m. | Save Story
Bedrock Quartz professionals share seven trends they're seeing in kitchen remodels.
US will send an air defense battery and American troops to Israel to bolster defenses against Iran
Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 13 - 11:15 a.m. | Save Story
The Pentagon says the United States will send a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery and troops to to Israel.
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The marathon of grief
Meg Walter, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 13 - 11:07 a.m. | Save Story
Running the St. George half-marathon was a painful reminder of how grieving works.
In an engineering feat, mechanical SpaceX arms catch Starship booster back at launch pad
Marcia Dunn, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 13 - 11:01 a.m. | Save Story
SpaceX has pulled off the boldest test flight yet of its enormous Starship rocket, catching the returning booster back at the Texas launch pad with mechanical arms Sunday, shortly after liftoff. Â
That online 'pharmacy' could kill you, feds warn
Josh Campbell, CNN | Updated Oct. 13 - 10:32 a.m. | Save Story
U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration investigators are warning about a rise in illegal online stores that are allegedly targeting American consumers with deceptive practices.
Beauty industry licensing restructure could affect over 60,000 workers statewide
Collin Leonard, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 10:06 a.m. | Save Story
The Utah Office of Professional Licensure Review will be pushing for lower barriers to entry, and an increased focus on consumer safety and transparency, in beauty industry licensing.
Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Oregon on Texas' heels following win over Ohio State
Josh Furlong, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 10:01 a.m. | Save Story
It was the first weekend of the season that was billed as one not to miss.
Display with hundreds of carved pumpkins brings joy to public, carver
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 9:17 a.m. | Save Story
Each October, Ken Klinker in Farmington moves a display of 400-plus carved pumpkins to his front yard for the public to stop and see. He's also used the attention to host a food drive for Bountiful Food Pantry.
Looking out for the good: An 11-year-old boy's reaction to Tabernacle Choir practice
Tamara Vaifanua, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 13 - 8:47 a.m. | Save Story
An 11-year-old boy with special needs named Champion reacted in a heartwarming way to a practice of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square. What it meant to him and his family was unimaginable.
Everything's coming up royal for No. 14 BYU, now 6-0 for 6th time in school history
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 8:14 a.m. | Save Story
Jake Retzlaff was in a jovial mood after No. 14 BYU's 41-19 win over Arizona on Saturday afternoon, but he didn't want to flex for himself.
Nobel Peace Prize given to Japanese organization for its work against nuclear weapons
Mike Corder and Elena Becatoros, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 13 - 8:02 a.m. | Save Story
The Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese organization of survivors of the U.S. atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, for its activism against nuclear weapons.
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From 1950-2000, these were some of Utah's most popular and beloved attractions
Siegfried & Jensen | Posted Oct. 13 - 8:00 a.m. | Save Story
From thrilling amusement parks to captivating cultural centers, here's a look at some of the most exciting places that have drawn large crowds over several decades.
Visitors at new Tree of Life garden are part of the exhibit, sculptor says
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 7:17 a.m. | Save Story
Angela Johnson's new sculpture gardens at Thanksgiving Point, the Tree of Life, is opening to the public Tuesday. "We are part of this exhibit. We're not observers," she said.
Clayton Keller scores game-winner in OT to give Utah Hockey Club 6-5 win over Rangers
Josh Furlong, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 12 - 10:52 p.m. | Save Story
It was an explosion of offense at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night. But it was Utah Hockey Club captain Clayton Keller who called game.
No. 17 TCU overwhelms No. 23 BYU women's volleyball with 5-set win
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 12 - 10:44 p.m. | Save Story
Melanie Parra poured in 25 kills, five digs and five blocks, and Jalyn Gibson added 11 kills, eight digs and five blocks as No. 17 TCU held off the Cougars in five sets.
11-year-old girl drowns in retention pond in Tooele County
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 12 - 10:28 p.m. | Save Story
A girl died Saturday after falling into a pond in Terra, Tooele County; a boy who was with her ran about a half-mile to bring back help.
The reasons behind the cost of a Utah Hockey Club ticket
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 12 - 9:51 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Hockey Club had no problem selling out its first-ever game Tuesday at the Delta Center, a 5-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks.
Jazz turn ball over 22 times against Spurs, lose another guard in first preseason defeat
Caleb Turner, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 12 - 9:05 p.m. | Save Story
Utah rookie Isaiah Collier was forced to exit in the first half with a right hamstring injury and did not return to the game.
Communication breakdown put 2 women, officers at risk, Tooele County Sheriff's Office says
Garna Mejia, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 12 - 8:58 p.m. | Save Story
The Tooele County Sheriff's Office is under fire after a major failure nearly during an incident with someone allegedly firing a gun in a neighborhood in September.
The drownings of 2 Navy SEALs were preventable, military investigation finds
Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 12 - 8:16 p.m. | Save Story
A military investigation has concluded that two U.S. Navy SEALs drowned as they tried to climb aboard a ship carrying illicit Iranian-made weapons to Yemen because of glaring training failures and a lack of understanding about what to do after a fall into deep, turbulent waters.
After the hurricane: Officials warn of lingering public health risks
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 12 - 7:42 p.m. | Save Story
While hurricanes Milton and Helene have passed, danger may still lie ahead for residents in the affected communities. Natural disasters can become a public health crisis as people deal with numerous hazards.
No. 14 BYU uses 27-3 run to top Arizona for 6th straight win
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 12 - 7:22 p.m. | Save Story
Once again, the middle frames were anything but 'mid' for the BYU football team.
Elevator door was 'broken' during Colorado mine tour accident that killed 1 and trapped 12
Matthew Brown, Amy Beth Hanson, Mead Gruver and Jesse Bedayn, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 12 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Investigators were trying to figure out Friday what led to an elevator accident at a former Colorado gold mine that killed a tour guide.
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Snow is coming—are you ready for ski season?
Ski Utah | Posted Oct. 12 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
Thanks to Ski Utah's Passport program for local students, you can train your ski protégé for a ridiculously low cost while hitting up all of Utah's ski resorts.
Matt McCarty takes lead at Black Desert in his 2nd PGA Tour start
The Associated Press | Posted Oct. 12 - 6:40 p.m. | Save Story
Matt McCarty took a two-stroke lead into the final round in his second PGA Tour start, shooting a 7-under 64 on Saturday in the inaugural Black Desert Championship.
JD Vance, Burgess Owens and Trent Staggs make appeal to Latter-day Saint voters
Gitanjali Poonia, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 12 - 6:19 p.m. | Save Story
Vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance has been reaching out to Latter-day Saint voters as part of a Trump campaign push to actively court the demographic in the Grand Canyon State.
2 Salt Lake teens, ages 14 and 16, charged with convenience store robbery spree, police say
Collin Leonard, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 12 - 5:34 p.m. | Save Story
A rash of convenience store robberies led to 14 charges being filed against two Salt Lake teens, who were arrested in September, according to police.
Utah sweeps No. 18 Baylor for 3rd straight win, 2nd straight top-25 victory
Ella Peterson, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 12 - 5:10 p.m. | Save Story
In an intense showdown at the Huntsman Center, the Utes women's volleyball team delivered another stunning 3-0 sweep, this time over the No. 18 Baylor Bears.
Bird flu forces the culling of 1.8 million chickens in northern Cache County
Collin Leonard, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 12 - 4:28 p.m. | Save Story
A commercial chicken flock numbering 1.8 million in Cache County was diagnosed with highly pathogenic avian influenza, according to the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food.
Daybreakers race 900-pound pumpkins — and porta-potties — in annual regatta
Collin Leonard, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 12 - 4:04 p.m. | Save Story
Hundreds gathered to watch racers battle giant pumpkins and porta-potties during 13th-annual Ginormous Pumpkin Regatta at Oquirrh Lake in South Jordan, Saturday.
Have You Seen This? Snake-like eels make a bizarre appearance
Grant Olsen for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 12 - 3:42 p.m. | Save Story
This reminds me of that scene from "The Little Mermaid" when Ariel meets Ursula.
Eagle Mountain high school senior represents USA at international shooting competition
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 12 - 3:01 p.m. | Save Story
An 18-year-old from Eagle Mountain just returned from Peru, where he competed for Team USA in an international trap shooting tournament.
A celestial encore! A bright comet is about to make an entrance
Ryan Boyce for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 12 - 2:11 p.m. | Save Story
If you have seen enough of the aurora borealis in your social media feeds, be prepared for comets. This week, as a comet hurtles through the inner solar system, stargazers in Utah may be able to spot it with their unaided eye.
Good Samaritan saves dog and helps fight house fire in Tooele
Courtney Johns, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 12 - 1:14 p.m. | Save Story
Two dogs are recovering after a fire destroyed a garage and damaged two homes Thursday afternoon in Tooele.
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