Why director says homeless camps 'made sense' for Salt Lake City

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A physician's guide to creating freedom in your life

Joe Griffin Ceo, TrueNorth Wealth  |  Posted Jun 13th - 7:00pm

Savings gives you the ability to say yes when you want to and no when you don't. It prevents you from being caught off guard when life happens. And it gives you the freedom to do what you want, when you want, with the people you want.

What NAACP President Derrick Johnson told a Latter-day Saint congregation on Sunday

Tad Walch, Deseret News  |  Posted Jun 13th - 5:57pm

NAACP President Derrick Johnson stood Sunday morning at a pulpit and asked a Latter-day Saint congregation in Salt Lake City to build a wall of love and inclusion.

Experts fear heat, return to old routines put kids at risk of being left in hot cars

Heather Simonsen, KSL TV  |  Posted Jun 13th - 5:22pm

Many parents were left out of practice taking kids to day care and summer activities after the pandemic. Experts warn that could increase the risk now of forgetting a young child in a hot car.

Israel approves new coalition, ending Netanyahu's long rule

Josef Federman , Associated Press  |  Updated Jun 13th - 3:59pm

Israel's parliament on Sunday narrowly approved a new coalition government, ending the historic 12-year rule of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and sending the polarizing leader into the opposition.

8 deaths in 1 week prompt warnings of reckless driving

Garna Mejia, KSL TV  |  Posted Jun 13th - 3:51pm

As we head into the deadliest time of year on Utah's roads, things aren't looking good. In just the last week, at least eight people have lost their lives.

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5 ways data science and IoT services can help grow your business

Utah Tech Labs  |  Posted Jun 13th - 3:00pm

Many modern conveniences are thanks to the internet of things (IoT) and data science services. And if you want to be smarter, it's time to learn how to use them to grow your business.

Have You Seen This? If golf had more cardio

Martha Ostergar, KSL.com Contributor  |  Posted Jun 13th - 2:24pm

Hopefully speed golf will soon come to an Olympic tournament near you.

From the comments: Stepping away from the ledge after the Jazz's Game 3 loss

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Jun 13th - 12:59pm

The Los Angeles Clippers hit back with a 132-106 rout in Game 3. It wasn't a great night for the Jazz or for KSL.com readers. Let's go to the comments...

194 new COVID-19 cases, 6K vaccinations reported Sunday in Utah

Katie Workman, KSL.com  |  Updated Jun 13th - 12:26pm

The Utah Department of Health on Sunday reported 194 new COVID-19 cases and 6,333 new vaccinations since Saturday.

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Modern motherhood has a major PR problem

Bethany Mandel, for The Deseret News  |  Posted Jun 13th - 11:02am

Talking about the joys of parenthood isn't just some slick spin to get people to produce more human capital. It's the truth.

Colorado officials observe gray wolf pups for the first time in about 80 years

Mawal Sidi, CNN  |  Posted Jun 13th - 10:28am

Spotting cute pups is worth celebrating any day, but in Colorado it's historic.

Sugarhouse office building blaze injures firefighter, displaces 6

Katie Workman, KSL.com  |  Posted Jun 13th - 8:46am

Six people have been displaced and one firefighter has been injured as an office building in Sugarhouse burned down early Sunday.

Schools across US brace for surge of kindergartners in fall

Heather Hollingsworth and Cedar Attanasio/ Report for America, Associated Press  |  Posted Jun 13th - 8:39am

School districts across the United States are hiring additional teachers in anticipation of what will be one of the largest kindergarten classes ever as enrollment rebounds following the coronavirus pandemic.

Cyberattacks aren't new, but cybercriminals are upping their game

Art Raymond, Deseret News  |  Posted Jun 13th - 7:32am

Federal law enforcement reports computer network ransomware attacks are on the rise in Utah as recent cybercriminal "double-extortion" schemes are earning headlines.

How sustainable is the Clippers' near-flawless offensive performance?

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Jun 13th - 12:17am

The Los Angeles Clippers were near flawless on the offensive end in their 132-106 win over the Jazz in Game 3 on Saturday. Considering the Jazz were one of the best defensive teams during the regular season, what happened?

Donovan Mitchell limps off the court as Jazz fall to Clippers in Game 3

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Updated Jun 12th - 11:19pm

Kawhi Leonard scored 34 points, Paul George had 31 points and the Clippers won Game 3 132-106 at Staples Center Saturday. The Jazz now lead the best-of-seven series 2-1.

Child care crisis: Day cares, preschools struggle to balance children's needs with costs

Deanie Wimmer and Tania Dean, KSL TV  |  Posted Jun 12th - 10:44pm

Even before the pandemic, many in the child care industry say they faced a crisis. Now with more children bringing their COVID-19 related stress to preschool combined with an employee shortage, providers are struggling to meet needs without pricing out parents.

Anna Camp-Bennett's national title paces BYU women's best finish at NCAA track and field meet in 16 years

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Jun 12th - 10:12pm

Camp-Bennett beat her own personal-best time by about a half-second, clocking a winning time of 4 minutes, 8.53 seconds Saturday to win the 1,500-meter national championship Saturday at the NCAA women's outdoor track and field championships at Eugene, Oregon.

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Should churches fear the Equality Act?

Kelsey Dallas, Deseret News  |  Posted Jun 12th - 9:41pm

Conservatives and liberals are divided over how often houses of worship could face discrimination lawsuits if the Equality Act became law.

Wildfire Updates: Broad Canyon Fire burning west of Utah Lake

KSL.com Staff  |  Updated Jun 12th - 9:00pm

Here are the latest updates on wildfires burning across the state of Utah.

Yum Yum Food Truck starts cooking again after Anti-Asian vandalism

Madison Swenson, KSL TV  |  Posted Jun 12th - 8:53pm

Utah's "World Famous" Yum Yum Food Truck has started cooking again, thanks to a little help from Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson and a lot of support from the community.

Friends, family remember 3 killed in Provo Canyon crash

Morgan Wolfe and Matt Rascon, KSL TV  |  Posted Jun 12th - 8:16pm

The family and friends of three women who died Monday in a fiery crash in Heber City were left to mourn their loved ones.

Dino wars: Australia's 2-story-tall beast has nothing on Utah

Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News  |  Posted Jun 12th - 7:47pm

Australian researchers are giddy over the confirmation of the largest dinosaur that ever roamed their country. But a couple of Utah's top paleontologists say, game on.

Nevada changes from caucus to primary for presidential elections

Andy Rose and Dan Merica, CNN  |  Posted Jun 12th - 6:59pm

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak signed a sweeping law Friday that moves its party presidential selection contest up to the first Tuesday in February in 2024 and changes it from a caucus to a primary.

Sisters run lemonade stand in West Jordan in honor of their older sister

Alex Cabrero, KSL TV  |  Posted Jun 12th - 6:25pm

Some young sisters in West Jordan set up a lemonade stand for people who stopped by, but they weren't keeping any profits. Their money was going to a cause close to their hearts.

What President Biden and Sen. Romney said this week about taking on China

Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News  |  Posted Jun 12th - 5:27pm

As leaders of the world's richest nations meet to discuss the state of global affairs, the economic and military threat China poses emerged as a strategic concern that must be addressed.

Utah musician David Archuleta says he is part of LGBTQ community

Lisi Merkley, KSL.com  |  Posted Jun 12th - 4:36pm

David Archuleta, a popular Utah musician, said Saturday on social media that he is part of the LGBTQ community.

Man dies after hitting parked truck in Tooele, police say

Lisi Merkley, KSL.com  |  Posted Jun 12th - 3:55pm

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Test Drive: Why the 2021 Nissan Rogue might be my next car

Emily Swenson  |  Posted Jun 12th - 3:00pm

Besides the basics of fuel economy and a great color, here are a few of my favorite features about the 2021 Nissan Rogue.

Review: 'In the Heights' is a wildly infectious way to kick off the summer

John Clyde, KSL.com Contributor  |  Posted Jun 12th - 2:37pm

Lin Manuel Miranda's "In the Heights" film is a great way to kick off the summer and a fun movie that is perfect for heading back to the theater, or for two-stepping in your own home.

Biden to hold solo news conference after Putin summit

Steve Holland, Reuters  |  Posted Jun 12th - 1:47pm

U.S. President Joe Biden will hold a solo news conference after meeting his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin next week, denying the former KGB spy an elevated international platform to castigate the West and sow discord.

God wants you to have this Syracuse temple, Latter-day Saint leader tells church members

Katie Workman, KSL.com  |  Posted Jun 12th - 12:42pm

The groundbreaking ceremony for the Syracuse Utah Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints took place Saturday morning.

4 deaths, 357 new COVID-19 cases reported in Utah Saturday

Katie Workman, KSL.com  |  Posted Jun 12th - 10:37am

The Utah Department of Health reported 357 new COVID-19 cases in the state on Saturday, plus four deaths and 14,000 vaccinations.

3 women killed in fiery crash near Heber City identified

Ashley Fredde, KSL.com  |  Updated Jun 12th - 9:53am

Three people are dead and southbound U.S. 189 was closed for four hours after three vehicles were involved in a fiery crash on Monday, according to the Utah Highway Patrol.

Man who died in crash on US 40 near Heber City identified

Ashley Fredde, KSL.com  |  Updated Jun 12th - 9:35am

A Heber City man was killed in a two-vehicle crash on U.S. 40 Thursday, the Utah Highway Patrol reported.

Bees outfielder Jo Adell here to 'do damage' as he adjusts into the top prospect the Angels envisioned him to be

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jun 12th - 9:33am

Nobody is cranking out home runs in minor league baseball quite like Jo Adell. After a rough start to his big league career, he's knocking on the door now.

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How churches and charities are providing room in a makeshift inn

Tad Walch, Deseret News  |  Posted Jun 12th - 9:30am

As our driver pulled around a corner onto a dirt road near the Rio Grande on Tuesday, there they were.

US screens 2.02 million airport passengers Friday, highest since March 2020

David Shepardson, Reuters  |  Posted Jun 12th - 9:09am

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) said it screened 2.02 million passengers on Friday at U.S. airports, the highest number since March 2020 when the coronavirus pandemic slashed travel demand.

Crews fighting Bear Fire pulled off highway due to speeding drivers

Alex Cabrero, KSL TV  |  Posted Jun 12th - 8:36am

Firefighters working along U.S. 6 north of Price in Carbon County have been moved off the highway for safety reasons, not because of fire danger or falling rocks, but because of speeding and aggressive drivers passing other cars illegally on the winding canyon road.

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KSL Cars' top new and used sports cars under $25,000

Jason Bell for KSL Cars  |  Posted Jun 12th - 8:00am

If you're looking to add some variety to your time behind the wheel, here are some of the best new and used sports cars under $25,000 that are guaranteed to have you grinning from ear to ear.

Man shot during Provo police brutality protest last year now wants to be mayor

Jacob Klopfenstein, KSL.com  |  Posted Jun 12th - 7:32am

A man who says he was shot during a police brutality protest in Provo last year is now running for mayor of the city.

Farmers say drought could devastate Utah's produce supply

Matt Rascon, KSL TV  |  Posted Jun 11th - 10:42pm

Most of Utah is already at the worst drought level and over half of the western United States is experiencing severe drought conditions, and farmers warned it's taking a toll on Utah's food supply.

The perfect storm making everything you need more expensive

Hanna Ziady, CNN Business  |  Updated Jun 11th - 10:08pm

Steel, lumber, plastic and fuel. Corn, soybeans, sugar and sunflower oil. Houses, cars, diapers and toilet paper. Prices are rising almost everywhere you look.

How SLCC men's soccer won a national championship 5 years after founding

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Jun 11th - 9:32pm

Ever since East High alum Ryen Jiba scored the equalizing goal of Salt Lake Community College's 2-1 win over top-ranked Iowa Western in the NJCAA national championship match Thursday night, a smile hasn't left his face. For good reason, too.

Incoming heat wave could put all-time Utah hot temperature records in jeopardy ☀️

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jun 11th - 9:09pm

Get your air conditioners ready because the triple-digital heat is returning to Utah with vigor by the end of the weekend.

Break up Google or Amazon? Big Tech in focus as new U.S. antitrust bills introduced

Diane Bartz, Reuters  |  Updated Jun 11th - 8:35pm

A bipartisan group of lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives introduced four bills on Friday aimed at reining in the power of the tech giants, with one potentially leading to their break-up.

Arianne Brown: Admitting parenting mistakes is hard but necessary

Arianne Brown, KSL.com Contributor  |  Posted Jun 11th - 8:02pm

Have you ever made a mistake as a parent and actually owned up to it? Recently, I had to do this. Here's how it went.

'Summer Boost' program prepares students for next school year

Tamara Vaifanua, KSL TV  |  Posted Jun 11th - 7:37pm

The pandemic created learning gaps for some Utah students, and it's led to an uptick in enrollment for summer school.

Church will reforest sacred Hill Cumorah, site of angel's visits to Joseph Smith

Tad Walch, Deseret News  |  Posted Jun 11th - 7:11pm

The Hill Cumorah in Manchester, New York, will undergo long-term rehabilitation to preserve the site and share its story.

Wildfire Updates: Pack Creek Fire in San Juan County grows to nearly 5K acres

KSL.com Staff  |  Updated Jun 11th - 6:36pm

Here are the latest updates on wildfires burning across the state of Utah.

Utah physician helps 80-year-old cancer patient with 3 powerful words

Aley Davis, KSL TV  |  Posted Jun 11th - 6:30pm

A cancer diagnosis is often about more than just the cancer itself. The treatment can affect every part of someone's overall health and well-being. One Utah woman is grateful for an attentive physician who helped her through the emotional pain she experienced as she went through treatment during the pandemic.

1 killed in Ogden Canyon crash

Lisi Merkley, KSL.com  |  Updated Jun 11th - 5:54pm

One person was killed in a crash on state Route 39 in Ogden Canyon Friday afternoon.

Saturday is Free Fishing Day in Utah

Dan Spindle, KSL TV  |  Posted Jun 11th - 5:41pm

Saturday is Free Fishing Day in Utah, and is there anything more relaxing than casting a line and waiting patiently to see if they're biting — all without having to get a license?

New campaign aims to help kids, parents dive into underage drinking prevention

Ashley Imlay, KSL.com  |  Posted Jun 11th - 5:19pm

Community leaders in Utah hope kids and parents will dive into underage drinking prevention this summer — literally.

Southern Utah police seize nearly $882K in heroin from Colorado pair

Jacob Klopfenstein, KSL.com  |  Posted Jun 11th - 4:42pm

Police in Washington County say they seized over $880,000 worth of heroin after pulling over a vehicle from Colorado earlier this week.

Have You Seen This? Dog loses his mind after tasting a lemon

John Clyde, KSL.com Contributor  |  Posted Jun 11th - 4:06pm

Pretty self-explanatory. Dog tasted lemon. Dog didn't like lemon. Dog berates lemon.

G-7 pledges to share, but leaders jostle for ground in the sandbox

Jill Lawless, Danica Kirka and Aamer Madhani, Associated Press  |  Updated Jun 11th - 3:23pm

Group of Seven leaders brought pledges to share vaccine doses and make a fairer global economy Friday to a seaside summit in England, where British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the coronavirus pandemic should not be allowed to leave a "lasting scar" on the world.

Officer 'did everything right' in moments before Holladay police shooting, DA says

Annie Knox, KSL.com  |  Updated Jun 11th - 3:17pm

A Unified police officer was legally justified in shooting a man in September after the man picked up another officer's gun and pointed it at the officer, the district attorney concluded.