'We're battling the mountain.' Debris flows and snow test canyons

Utah couple sifts through memories after semi collides with Bear Lake property

Ray Boone, KSL-TV  |  Posted June 3 - 10:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ken and Tracy Maxfield had to sort through their belongings after a semitruck and trailer smashed through their Bear Lake property.

Drought, water overuse prompt Arizona to limit construction in some fast-growing parts of Phoenix

Jacques Billeaud and Suman Naishadham, Associated Press  |  Posted June 3 - 9:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Arizona will not approve new housing construction on the fast-growing edges of metro Phoenix that rely on groundwater thanks to years of overuse and a multi-decade drought worsened by climate change.

BYU adds portal era-record 20th transfer, and he's bringing along family

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted June 3 - 9:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Former Corner Canyon star Harrison Taggart committed to BYU on Saturday, becoming the Cougars' program-record 20th addition from the transfer portal. But he's not the only Taggart coming to Provo.

Fort Bragg drops Confederate namesake, now Fort Liberty as part of US Army base rebranding

Hannah Schoenbaum, Report For America via Associated Press  |  Posted June 3 - 9:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Fort Bragg shed its Confederate namesake Friday to become Fort Liberty in a ceremony some veterans view as a small but important step in making the U.S. Army more welcoming to Black service members.

How astronauts heading to Mars could enjoy fresh produce and grill meat

Ashley Strickland, CNN  |  Posted June 3 - 8:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

When the first astronauts venture to Mars in the future, the crew will need access to healthy, fresh food — but there are no cosmic grocery stores along the way. And the round trip to the red planet is expected to take about three years.

Survivor's relief after Utah Supreme Court affirms former USU athlete's rape convictions

Erin Cox, KSL-TV  |  Posted June 3 - 8:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

After nearly a decade of seeking justice, one survivor said she finally has some closure.

Debt deal imposes new work requirements for food aid and that frustrates many Democrats

Farnoush Amiri, Associated Press  |  Posted June 3 - 6:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Democrats are deeply conflicted about the food aid requirements that President Joe Biden negotiated as part of the debt ceiling deal.

How to prepare to pay back your student loans once the pandemic payment freeze ends

Cora Lewis and Adriana Morga, Associated Press  |  Posted June 3 - 6:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

A three-year pause on student loan payments will end this summer regardless of how the Supreme Court rules on the White House plan to forgive billions of dollars in student loan debt.

Twitter executive responsible for content safety resigns after Elon Musk criticism

The Associated Press  |  Posted June 3 - 5:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

A top Twitter executive responsible for safety and content moderation is leaving the company. The executive quit Friday, shortly after Twitter owner Elon Musk publicly complained about the platform's handling of posts about transgender topics.

ChatGPT accurately answers questions about common cancer myths, Huntsman study shows

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted June 3 - 4:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

ChatGPT is not always great at providing accurate answers, but there's at least one realm in which it far surpasses social media: common cancer myths.

'Heartbeat of the city' brings farmers and businesses together

Gabrielle Shiozawa, KSL.com  |  Posted June 3 - 3:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's largest farmers market, the Salt Lake City Downtown Farmers Market, launched its 32nd season Saturday.

Have You Seen This? Motorcyclist has rare encounter with a CHP cop

Martha Ostergar for KSL.com  |  Posted June 3 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sometimes you get really lucky on the road and end up with a great story to tell.

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A prescription for better health? What we know about yoga, stress and sleep

Sarah Gambles, Deseret News  |  Posted June 3 - 2:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

Research into adults who practice yoga regularly has found that it can improve sleep, lessen anxiety and depression, and increase mindfulness.

India train crash kills over 280, injures 900 in one of nation's worst rail disasters

Rafiq Maqbool, Ashok Sharma and Krutika Pathi, Associated Press  |  Posted June 3 - 2:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Rescuers in India have found no additional survivors from the massive derailment Friday involving two passenger trains that left more than 280 people dead and hundreds injured.

Snowbasin moving snow to prepare for summer recreation

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted June 3 - 1:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Some Utah ski resorts, like Snowbasin, are moving snow to make way for their summer season, thanks to our record-breaking snowpack.

Fire at abandoned building forces evacuation of 55 apartments nearby in Salt Lake City

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Updated June 3 - 12:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake City Fire Department responded to an abandoned building that was on fire at 220 S. 200 East late Friday night. The fire forced the evacuation of 55 units from the nearby Randi Apartments.

Biden signs debt ceiling bill that pulls US back from brink of unprecedented default

Chris Megerian, Associated Press  |  Updated June 3 - 12:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling. That averts an unprecedented default on the federal government's debt.

Utah runner wins 250-mile ultramarathon

Karah Brackin, KSL-TV  |  Posted June 3 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utahn has won an ultramarathon, 250 miles in total, in Arizona.

Biden to enforce ban on oil, gas drilling to protect tribal sites around New Mexico's Chaco

The Associated Press  |  Posted June 3 - 11:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Biden administration is implementing a 20-year withdrawal banning oil and gas development outside the boundaries of Chaco Culture National Historical Park in northwestern New Mexico.

Toddler who saved 4 lives as an organ donor honored with tribute

Jenny Carpenter, KSL.com  |  Posted June 3 - 10:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

After Tayzli Hale received a traumatic brain injury, she and her family helped change several lives — including saving the lives of four in need of organ donations. The now-3-year-old was honored Wednesday.

4,000-year-old DNA unlocks secrets of the plague

Madeline Holcombe, CNN  |  Posted June 3 - 9:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

A team of researchers excavating mass burial sites in England have detected the DNA of the bacteria that caused the plague in human skeletal remains — and they are the oldest known cases of the disease in Great Britain.

US births in 2022 didn't return to pre-pandemic levels

Mike Stobbe, Associated Press  |  Posted June 3 - 8:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. births were flat last year, as the nation continues to see fewer babies born than it did before the pandemic.

How Chick-fil-A became a target for going 'woke'

Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business  |  Posted June 3 - 7:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

Chick-fil-A has become a surprise target of right-wing ire following the discovery that the company has an executive overseeing its diversity, equity and inclusion policies.

Utah nonprofit lobbies to put universal health care on the ballot

Jenny Carpenter, KSL.com  |  Posted June 3 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah nonprofit started by physicians and doctors is working to eliminate the business components of health insurance and "preserve the human right to health care" — and it plans to do so through a proposed ballot initiative.

Cowgirls erupt for 6-run 2nd inning to send Utes packing in College World Series

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated June 2 - 10:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

It took 29 years for Utah softball to return to the Women's College World Series in Oklahoma City. And the Utes will have to wait even longer to get a win in the late rounds of the postseason tournament.

Hikers should steer clear of swift rivers while water levels peak in Sandy

Karah Brackin, KSL-TV  |  Posted June 2 - 10:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Water levels are expected to peak in Sandy's rivers over the next few weeks.

2 injured after semitruck crashes into garages in Garden City

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Updated June 2 - 10:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

A driver and passenger were injured Friday evening when a semitruck ran off the road and crashed through a few garages in Rich County.

Indian official drains reservoir to retrieve phone dropped while taking selfie

Kunal Sehgal, CNN  |  Posted June 2 - 10:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

A government official in India who drained a reservoir to retrieve a phone he dropped while taking a selfie has been suspended from his job.

African Heritage festival celebrates Utah African diaspora

Sydnee Gonzalez, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 9:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

The African Heritage Festival is returning to University Place in Orem Saturday and will include storytelling, music, dance, poetry, art, cultural activities and vendors.

Search for latest $25,000 Utah Treasure Hunt is underway

Jenny Carpenter, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 9:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

After last year's success, Utah Treasure Hunt organizers plan on fine-tuning the 2023 hunt while hiking the reward to $25,000, a $5,000 increase from last year's $20,000. The pair released their first clue on May 26.

Review: Is 'The Boogeyman' the scary movie of the summer?

Curtis Linnell for KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 8:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Here's the good and the bad of "The Boogeyman."

Houseboats catch fire at Lake Powell

Sam Metz and Rio Yamat, Associated Press  |  Posted June 2 - 7:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

More than half a dozen house boats momentarily caught fire at a popular boating destination on the Utah-Arizona line on Friday. The fire ignited while tourists and jet skiers stood by.

'Important' wildfire risk reduction measures continue at Parleys Canyon

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 7:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Federal, state and local agencies are resuming their work to reduce wildfire risks in Parleys Canyon.

New Senate bill introduced by Sen. Mike Lee seeks to avoid another formula shortage

Britney Heimuli, Deseret News  |  Posted June 2 - 7:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new bill introduced in Congress by a bipartisan group of lawmakers, including Utah Sen. Mike Lee, is meant to stop a formula shortage from happening again.

2 dead in West Jordan electrocution

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com and Ladd Egan, KSL-TV  |  Updated June 2 - 6:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

West Jordan police said two men cutting down a tree were electrocuted on Friday.

Inmate found dead at Davis County Jail

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 6:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

An inmate at Davis County Jail was found dead Friday morning.

Book of Mormon challenged in Davis School District

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 6:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

A week after the Davis School District removed the Bible from all elementary and junior high libraries, the Book of Mormon on Friday was challenged.

More than 200 killed and 800 hurt after 2 trains derail in India

Ashok Sharma, Associated Press  |  Updated June 2 - 6:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two passenger trains derailed Friday in India, killing more than 200 people and trapping hundreds of others inside more than a dozen damaged rail cars, officials said.

Park City judge issues partial gag order in high-profile Richins murder case

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Updated June 2 - 5:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah judge in the case of Kouri Richins, who is charged with killing her husband with a fatal dose of fentanyl, on Friday issued a partial gag order involving attorneys in the murder case.

Infant hospitalized after near drowning in bathtub accident

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 5:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 10-month-old infant was hospitalized Friday after almost drowning in a bathtub at a Sandy home.

Utah wildlife officials set up traps, signs after bear encounter above Bountiful

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 4:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah wildlife officials have set up traps in a canyon above Bountiful after a man reported a bear encounter at a campsite in the canyon early Thursday.

Macy's and Costco sound a warning about the economy

Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN  |  Posted June 2 - 4:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Macy's, Costco and other big chains say shoppers are pulling back at their stores and changing what they buy. That could be a red flag for the U.S. economy.

Idaho judge sets 2024 trial date for Chad Daybell

Nate Eaton, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted June 2 - 4:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

An April 1, 2024, trial date was set Friday for Chad Daybell to face multiple charges in the deaths of JJ Vallow, Tylee Ryan and Tammy Daybell.

Hill Air Force Base airman accused of stealing rifle from Salt Lake warehouse

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 4:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

An airman stationed at Hill Air Force Base has been arrested in Salt Lake City and accused of stealing a rifle from a warehouse.

Have You Seen This? An SNL Monologue Song (Taylor's Version)

Ashley Fredde, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 3:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A young Taylor Swift performs her first monologue via song on Saturday Night Live.

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Looking for a venue for your company event? This Is The Place

This Is The Place  |  Posted June 2 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Whether you're looking for a casual picnic in the park or a formal dinner in a banquet hall, here are a few of Utah's best options for corporate events and company parties.

Cedar Breaks, Butterfield Canyon roads reopen; crews to begin clearing Guardsman Pass

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 2:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

More of Utah's popular recreational roads are becoming available as the state's remaining snow continues to melt.

USA rugby national team to bring French power Stade Toulousain to Utah

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 2:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

USA Rugby will host French power Stade Toulousain following a three-match tour of Europe at America First Field in Sandy on Sept. 17.

'His name will live there forever': Fallen St. George officer gets eternal honor in Washington D.C.

Chris Reed, St. George News  |  Posted June 2 - 2:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

A St. George police officer who died of COVID-19 has received a permanent honor in Washington D.C.

Here's where the Salt Lake Bees' new ballpark will be located in Daybreak

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Updated June 2 - 2:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Larry H. Miller announced plans for the Downtown Daybreak development in South Jordan, which include the future home ballpark of the Salt Lake Bees.

Fraudster impersonates Gov. Cox, asks for gift cards

Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL-TV  |  Posted June 2 - 2:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

A fraudster impersonated Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, trying to swindle others into buying gift cards.

Former counselor at youth treatment center in Toquerville sentenced in 'egregious' case

Cody Blowers, St. George News  |  Posted June 2 - 1:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

A former staff member accused of sexually abusing two teenage girls housed at a treatment center in Toquerville was sentenced on multiple felony charges during a recent hearing in 5th District Court.

Cynthia Weil, Grammy winning lyricist who had hits with husband, dead at 82

Hillel Italie, Associated Press  |  Posted June 2 - 12:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

Cynthia Weil, a Grammy-winning lyricist of great range and endurance who enjoyed a decades-long partnership with husband Barry Mann and helped write "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling," "On Broadway," "Walking in the Rain" and dozens of other hits, has died at age 82.

'Music and the Spoken Word' to premiere in Spanish

Sydnee Gonzalez, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 11:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square's "Music and the Spoken Word" will premiere in Spanish later this month as part of a push to increase its visibility internationally.

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Should Tim Scott's marital status matter to conservatives?

Emily Zanotti, for the Deseret News  |  Posted June 2 - 11:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

If elected president, South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott would be only the third single man to occupy the Oval Office.

Jazz pick former Marquette coach Steve Wojciechowski to coach SLC Stars

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted June 2 - 11:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

Wojciechowski will replace Scott Morrison, who has been promoted to Will Hardy's staff with the Jazz, per sources.

Meet the 14-year-old who won the Scripps National Spelling Bee with 'psammophile'

Ben Nuckols, Associated Press  |  Posted June 2 - 11:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Dev Shah is the champion of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. The 14-year-old from Largo, Florida, had his spelling career interrupted by the pandemic, then didn't make it out of his regional bee last year.

Authorities place officer on leave after 2 dogs running loose on Idaho highway were shot

Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted June 2 - 10:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

An officer who shot two dogs running loose on an Idaho Highway last weekend has been placed on administrative leave pending an independent investigation.

Despite on-time payments, woman's credit score drops due to company not reporting

Matt Gephardt, KSL-TV  |  Posted June 2 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Box Elder County woman bought a car and made payments on time to boost her credit scores. It did the opposite. Matt Gephardt investigates what went wrong.