How Steve Young hopes lessons learned from coach Bill Walsh will inspire Utah's tech sector

Morgan dominates second half in 38-20 win to end Grantsville's undefeated season

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 11:24 p.m.

The KSL.com Game of the Week was a rematch of last year's 3A state championship game in which Grantsville won 14-10. But on Friday, Morgan came out on top this time.

Biden signs bill to avert US government shutdown, aid Ukraine

Kevin Freking, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 10:31 p.m.

President Joe Biden has signed into law a bill that finances the federal government through mid-December and provides another infusion of military and economic aid to Ukraine. He signed the bill Friday after lawmakers acted to avert a partial government shutdown set to begin after midnight.

Utah man who shot mother and slit her throat in 2006 seeks release from state hospital

Kaitlyn Bancroft, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 10:17 p.m.

A judge will spend several weeks considering whether a Utah State Hospital patient who killed his mother in 2006 will be released. The court heard almost seven hours of testimony on Friday from doctors, social workers and others.

Roundtail chub, once close to threatened, soon to be a Utah sportfish

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 9:37 p.m.

The Utah Wildlife Board on Thursday approved a plan to amend the 2023-24 fishing recommendations to include roundtail chub as a sportfish.

South Salt Lake man accused of stabbing his grandma in the neck

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 9:05 p.m.

Police say a South Salt Lake man man held a butcher knife to his grandmother's throat, giving her a puncture wound, before stabbing himself.

Prototype electric airplane takes first flight

the Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 8:41 p.m.

A prototype, all-electric airplane took its first flight Tuesday morning in central Washington state.

Video: Grizzly bear hit by truck in Yellowstone National Park

Mike Godfrey for KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 8:06 p.m.

What never-before-seen footage of an injured grizzly bear can teach you about getting the most out of your trip to Yellowstone National Park.

Coming to Disney+ and Amazon Prime in October

Matt Brooks, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 7:34 p.m.

Here's a look at the full list of titles coming to Disney+ and Amazon Prime in October.

Reflecting on the 'rich history' of copper mining in Bingham Canyon

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 7:03 p.m.

Tuesday's announcement of expanded copper mining at the Kennecott Utah Copper Mine is just the latest development in Utah's copper history.

Ian lashes South Carolina as Florida's death toll climbs

Meg Kinnard and Adriana Gomez Licon, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 30 - 6:51 p.m.

A revived Hurricane Ian is bearing down on South Carolina's coast and the historic city of Charleston, with forecasters predicting a storm surge and floods. Earlier, the megastorm caused catastrophic damage in Florida, leaving people trapped in flooded homes and was blamed in growing reports of deaths in the state.

2 fatal crashes were not caused by police actions, district attorney concludes

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 6:22 p.m.

Two separate fatal crashes that started with drivers trying to flee from police did not result from the actions of police officers, the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office concluded Friday.

'Saints' books historian says understanding church history can help members today find strength

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 5:08 p.m.

James Perry, a Latter-day Saint historian, shares stories about his work on the third volume of "Saints" and describes how knowledge of local church history has helped him and his family.

Meta announces mega expansion to Facebook data center in Utah

Art Raymond, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 4:42 p.m.

Facebook parent company Meta announced a mega expansion to its massive Eagle Mountain data center build-out on Friday.

'That's a brother right there': Gunner Romney's return another spark for BYU's offense

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 4:14 p.m.

Gunner Romney was back, if you couldn't tell by the guttural scream he released after his first catch.

Have You Seen This? Mountain lion discovers swing

Grant Olsen for KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 3:38 p.m.

What can we learn from this? If you're ever camping in big cat country, it's wise to build some sort of swing in your campsite.

As the 2022 water year comes to a close, how did Utah fare?

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 3:09 p.m.

Utah's 2022 water year was an improvement from the past two, but it also wasn't great.

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Exercising but still having pain? This might be why

Parker Muscle & Sports Clinic  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 3:00 p.m.

If you've tried everything under the sun to no avail, your problem might be caused by an inhibited muscle, which cannot be strengthened until treated.

Uvalde parents file a federal lawsuit against gun makers, school district and others

Stella Chan and Alaa Elassar, CNN  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 2:34 p.m.

Parents of survivors of the Robb Elementary School massacre in Uvalde, Texas, have filed a federal lawsuit against multiple entities — including the gun manufacturer, school district and city — for a host of allegations, including negligence and recklessness.

Pick Six Previews: Run offenses to have success, but Rising to be difference for Utes

Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 1:57 p.m.

Look for both rushing offenses to have some success, but Utah's decisive advantage at quarterback makes all the difference.

16-year-old arrested, accused of killing 17-year-old in Salt Lake City

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 1:45 p.m.

A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Salt Lake City earlier this month.

US hits Russia with sanctions for annexing Ukrainian regions

Fatima Hussein, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 1:23 p.m.

The U.S. has sanctioned more than 1,000 people and firms connected to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, including its Central Bank governor and families of Security Council members. Friday's action follows President Vladimir Putin's signing of treaties absorbing occupied regions of Ukraine into Russia.

The number of Utah kids and teens dying by gunfire hit a record high in 2020

Annie Knox and Daniella Rivera, KSL-TV  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 12:55 p.m.

It's a tragic trend in Utah, with gun deaths among Utahns 18 and younger hitting a record high in 2020 — at 42 — according to state data.

Good news for I-15 travelers: All lanes open starting Friday near Mesquite

Nick Yamashita, St. George News  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 12:12 p.m.

The good news continues to roll in from the Nevada Department of Transportation about road and utility construction on Interstate 15.

West Valley man was beaten to unconsciousness over $20 debt, police say

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 11:40 a.m.

Two people were arrested Thursday and accused of beating a West Valley man because he owed one of them $20, police say.

Utah's defense has noticeably improved, but Oregon State serves as first true test

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 11:18 a.m.

There's been a better emphasis to contain the run, better all-around coverage, better communication on the field, and overall success limiting teams to low total yardage and points.

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Opinion: What J.K. Rowling got wrong about Joseph Smith and the golden plates

Hanna Seariac, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 11:05 a.m.

The "Harry Potter" author tweeted that Joseph Smith never showed the golden plates to anyone. Here's what the historical record indicates.

Herd the news? Wild boar piglet adopted by cows

Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 10:47 a.m.

A cow herd in Germany has gained an unlikely following, after adopting a lone wild boar piglet.

Logan man charged with killing Brigham City father in DUI crash

Ashley Imlay, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 10:29 a.m.

A Logan man has been charged with being intoxicated and causing a crash that killed a Brigham City father and critically injured another person last week on U.S. 91.

Orem man arrested in shootout taunted, 'Let's have a gunfight in the street,' police say

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 9:58 a.m.

An Orem man allegedly involved in an hourslong tense standoff and shootout with police in Orem on Thursday has been moved from a hospital to the Utah County Jail.

Walker Kessler and Will Hardy laugh about facial similarities

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 9:26 a.m.

Walker Kessler and Will Hardy may have more similarities than just looks — but those are the most striking.

Review: Is 'Hocus Pocus 2' a fun Halloween movie fright?

John Clyde for KSL.com  |  Updated Sept. 30 - 9:13 a.m.

I wasn't sure "Hocus Pocus" needed another chapter after 29 years, but I have to say it was worth a trip back to Salem. The movie is far from perfect, and I have a couple of gripes, but there is also a fair amount to like about "Hocus Pocus 2."

US suicide rates rose in 2021, reversing 2 years of decline

Deidre McPhillips, CNN  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 9:09 a.m.

Last year, a landlord stopped by Patrick John's home in the Salt Lake City area to replace a broken dishwasher. John welcomed him with the warmth John was known for.

How will drought, avian flu affect Utah's waterfowl hunting season?

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 8:44 a.m.

Many of Utah's waterfowl hunts begin this weekend as drought and the avian flu continue to impact wild birds all over the continent.

Utah serial sexual predator given 4 more sentences of 5 years to life

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 8:29 a.m.

Braydon Brailsford, 21, was sentenced to four consecutive terms of 5 years to life for rape and forcible sodomy.

RV driver killed in crash with semitruck in Moab

Ashley Imlay, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 8:01 a.m.

A man was killed on Wednesday after a crash involving an RV and semitruck in Moab, police said.

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How Utah data centers can save money on water needs

Novva Data Centers  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 8:00 a.m.

Mother Nature continues to turn up the heat and hold back the rain, resulting in a never-ending drought in the Beehive State. So naturally, cities should be carefully allocating water for essential things like farming, livestock, homes, and… data?

Same-sex marriage: Utah poll finds 72% favor legal gay marriage

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 7:35 a.m.

As the Senate considers legislation to protect same-sex marriage, a new poll shows nearly three-fourths of Utahns support legal same-sex marriage.

NASA spacecraft captures image of ocean world orbiting Jupiter during flyby

Ashley Strickland, CNN  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 6:51 a.m.

A NASA spacecraft flew by one of the most intriguing ocean worlds in our solar system on Thursday.

2 members of Utah Task Force 1 help in aftermath of Hurricane Ian

Shara Park, KSL-TV  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 6:19 a.m.

As the East Coast continues to battle Hurricane Ian, two members of Utah Task Force 1 are in Florida assisting FEMA with urban search and rescue logistics.

In first career start, Cooper Legas provided spark for Aggies offense

Jacob Nielson for KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 1:09 a.m.

Orem native Cooper Legas passed for two touchdowns and ran for another in Utah State's 38-26 loss to BYU on Thursday night.

Wheelin' and dealin': No. 19 BYU uses big second half to top Utah State 38-26

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Sept. 30 - 12:44 a.m.

After a number of halftime adjustments, the Wagon Wheel will stay on BYU's campus for the foreseeable future.

15-year-old on bike hit by truck and killed, Hurricane police say

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 10:50 p.m.

A 15-year-old on a bike was killed when he was hit by a truck in Hurricane on Thursday.

Tourism conference looks at turning around drop in Utah visitation

Lauren Steinbrecher, KSL-TV  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 10:34 p.m.

Tourism in Utah is down by a significant amount, and people from across the state are strategizing how to turn that around.

Floods trap many in Florida as Ian heads to South Carolina

Adraina Gomez-Licon, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 29 - 9:44 p.m.

Rescue crews piloted boats and waded through inundated streets Thursday to save thousands of Floridians trapped amid flooded homes and shattered buildings left by Hurricane Ian, which crossed into the Atlantic Ocean and churned toward South Carolina.

GOP states sue Biden administration over student loan plan

Seung Min Kim, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 9:18 p.m.

Six Republican-led states are suing the Biden administration to try and halt its plan to forgive student loan debt for millions of Americans.

Utah may face a new rival for another Olympics. Will a new contender delay the decision?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 8:36 p.m.

Utah may have some new competition in the race to host another Winter Games.

Police: Drug lab found in apartment of Santa Clara man recently accused of hurting puppy

Cody Blowers, St. George News  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 8:06 p.m.

Charges continue to mount against a Santa Clara man arrested last week and charged with aggravated animal cruelty.

Hulu is loading up on action titles in October

Matt Brooks, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 7:58 p.m.

Here's a look at everything coming on Hulu in October.

BYU students create the world's smallest Book of Mormon

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 7:29 p.m.

BYU students engraved a minuscule Book of Mormon onto a thin silicon disc, or wafer, and coated it with gold. As far as they know, this is the smallest Book of Mormon ever created.

Evan McMullin calls on Sen. Mike Lee to demand 'false' ad be removed

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 7:02 p.m.

Independent Senate candidate Evan McMullin is taking issue with a conservative political action committee's attack ad that he says was deceptively pieced together.

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What should you see at Utah Symphony | Utah Opera? Ask a musician!

Utah Symphony | Utah Opera  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 7:00 p.m.

In this article, find out what three Utah Symphony | Utah Opera musicians are most excited to perform during the 2022-23 season!

Former Provo therapist charged with sexually assaulting child decades ago

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Updated Sept. 29 - 6:36 p.m.

A Provo man and former therapist arrested as part of an investigation of "ritualistic child sex abuse" was charged Thursday with sexually assaulting a child decades ago.

Utah County high schools investigating whether fans made racist comments at soccer game

Sydnee Gonzalez, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 6:05 p.m.

The Nebo and Provo school districts are investigating whether fans made racist comments during a recent girls soccer game at Salem Hills High School.

Cache Valley high school students retake AP tests after school mix-up destroyed them

Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 6:03 p.m.

Two dozen Green Canyon High School students in North Logan won't get the credit for their AP tests as they were mistakenly destroyed in transit.

'This isn't the same person': Friends say man killed by police had recent mental health crisis

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 5:03 p.m.

Family and friends remember Jebb Muir as a "loving, caring, incredible person," who went through a mental health crisis that ended with him being killed by police.

Man hospitalized after exchanging gunfire with police in Orem

Ashley Imlay, KSL.com and Ladd Egan, KSL-TV  |  Updated Sept. 29 - 4:50 p.m.

A man was hospitalized on Thursday following a shootout with police in Orem.

Space telescopes capture asteroid slam with striking clarity

Marcia Dunn, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 4:35 p.m.

Two space telescopes have captured this week's asteroid strike, the first planetary defense test of its kind. NASA on Thursday released pictures of the dramatic event taken by the Hubble and Webb space telescopes.

Have You Seen This? Bear meets his reflection

Grant Olsen for KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 4:06 p.m.

What do you think was going through this bear's mind as it examined the mirror? And, more importantly, who is going around placing these mirrors in the wild?

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At stake in Utah's Labyrinth Canyon: silence

Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 3:00 p.m.

What does the future of Labyrinth Canyon sound like? Will visitors hear the gentle sound of the river and the song of canyon wrens – or the loud whine of off-road vehicle (ORV) engines?