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'Swatting' directed at Utah public schools could result in 2nd-degree felony charge under bill passed by Utah House

'Swatting' directed at Utah public schools could result in 2nd-degree felony charge under bill passed by Utah House

Marjorie Cortez, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 9:50 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah House of Representatives voted Tuesday to impose harsher penalties against adults and students who make threats against or falsely report emergencies at Utah public schools, elevating the adult criminal offense to second-degree felony.
Judge denies motion to dismiss charges against ex-Marine in Jordan Neely NY subway killing

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Judge denies motion to dismiss charges against ex-Marine in Jordan Neely NY subway killing

Jonathan Allen, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 17 - 9:10 a.m.  |  Save Story

A former U.S. Marine sergeant, who was charged with manslaughter in the killing of Jordan Neely, a homeless man, on the New York City subway, must face trial after a judge decided on Wednesday against his motion to dismiss the indictment.
Provo mother arrested, accused of severely abusing her 3-month-old baby

Provo mother arrested, accused of severely abusing her 3-month-old baby

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 9:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Provo woman has been arrested for investigation of attempted murder after her 3-month-old child was found to have multiple critical injuries, including skull fractures.
KSL.com CSE high school hoops players of the week: Farmington's Paul Beattie, Fremont's Syncere Langston

KSL.com CSE high school hoops players of the week: Farmington's Paul Beattie, Fremont's Syncere Langston

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 9:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

A couple of get-right wins in Region 1 helped earn this week's KSL.com Clean Simple Eats high school hoops players honors.
Workers ignore extreme temperatures to get the job done

Workers ignore extreme temperatures to get the job done

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 8:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

It was well below freezing Tuesday across the Wasatch Front and still a lot of folks braved the cold to work outside.
US judge blocks JetBlue from acquiring Spirit Airlines

US judge blocks JetBlue from acquiring Spirit Airlines

Nate Raymond and David Shepardson, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 8:19 a.m.  |  Save Story

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked JetBlue Airways' planned $3.8 billion acquisition of ultra-low cost carrier Spirit Airlines after agreeing with the U.S. Department of Justice the deal would reduce the availability of low-priced air tickets.
Utah Tech University's Master of Athletic Training program making a difference in the community

Utah Tech University's Master of Athletic Training program making a difference in the community

Utah Tech University  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Thanks to a partnership between the university and Family Healthcare, students help treat underserved residents in the St. George clinic every week.
Massive avalanche is captured on video in Little Cottonwood Canyon; avalanche center warns of 'high' risk

Massive avalanche is captured on video in Little Cottonwood Canyon; avalanche center warns of 'high' risk

Andrew Adams, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 7:59 a.m.  |  Save Story

After a massive avalanche came down in Little Cottonwood Canyon Tuesday, forecasters warned of the potential danger with risk categorized as "high" from Logan to central Utah.
Overdraft fees could drop to as low as $3 under new Biden proposal

Overdraft fees could drop to as low as $3 under new Biden proposal

Ken Sweet and Cora Lewis, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 7:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

The cost to overdraw a bank account could drop to as little as $3 under a proposal announced by the White House, the latest move by the Biden administration to combat fees it says pose an unnecessary burden on American consumers, particularly those living paycheck to paycheck.
Shooter who killed 5 people at Colorado LGBTQ+ club charged with hate crimes in federal court

Shooter who killed 5 people at Colorado LGBTQ+ club charged with hate crimes in federal court

Colleen Slevin, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 6:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

Anderson Lee Aldrich pleaded not guilty to 50 hate charges and 24 firearm violations. The federal charges follow an FBI investigation into the shooting that was confirmed after Aldrich's sentencing in state court.
Census data shows who is moving to Utah and why

Census data shows who is moving to Utah and why

Katie Workman for KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 6:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

KSL.com spoke to various demographers and people who moved to Utah to answer the question: Who is moving to Utah, and why?
No. 16 Utah State falls to New Mexico, loses for first time in 66 days

No. 16 Utah State falls to New Mexico, loses for first time in 66 days

Andrew Hyde for KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 17 - 12:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Aggies had no answer to New Mexico's high-powered offense Tuesday in front of the Lobos' infamous home crowd in The Pit.
Spencer Johnson's career night leads No. 20 BYU to romp of No. 24 Iowa State

Spencer Johnson's career night leads No. 20 BYU to romp of No. 24 Iowa State

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 16 - 10:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

For at least one night in the dog-eat-dog world that is Big 12 men's basketball, Marriott Madness triumphed over Hilton Magic.
Owner of St. George antique shop recalls tragic year, looks ahead at uncertain future

Owner of St. George antique shop recalls tragic year, looks ahead at uncertain future

Jessi Bang, St. George News  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 10:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Following a year of tragedy, a man began running a local antique shop as a way to be available for his family's needs. He now faces a new challenge, as a recent rent spike has left the future of his shop in question.
Lawmakers reach $78B tax deal for businesses, families

Lawmakers reach $78B tax deal for businesses, families

Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 10:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Congressional negotiators have agreed on a nearly $80 billion bipartisan deal providing tax benefits geared toward businesses and low-income families, the leaders of the Senate Finance and House Ways and Means committees said on Tuesday.
State's top court justice: 'Government works,' at least in Utah

State's top court justice: 'Government works,' at least in Utah

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 9:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Supreme Court Chief Justice Matthew Durrant warned of increasing partisanship in the U.S. but applauded Utah as a place where government still works.
Utah proposal to dramatically revamp diversity, equity, inclusion programming up for early debate

Utah proposal to dramatically revamp diversity, equity, inclusion programming up for early debate

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 9:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

The House Education Committee will consider the bill targeting diversity, equity and inclusion programming at Utah universities on just the second day of the legislative session.
Dates announced for the Taylorsville Utah Temple open house, dedication

Dates announced for the Taylorsville Utah Temple open house, dedication

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 9:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Tuesday that the Taylorsville Utah Temple will be dedicated in June, following an open house from April 13 to May 18.
'Treasure hunt' excavation causes potentially irreversible damage to Utah archeological site

'Treasure hunt' excavation causes potentially irreversible damage to Utah archeological site

Sky Mundell, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 8:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Bountiful man believed to be treasure hunting was charged with illegal excavation on protected land in Washington County and caused significant damage to archeological artifacts.

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