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Police defend Flock cameras as Utah lawmakers mull more regulations

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL and Daniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 1:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah law enforcement officers urged state lawmakers to "let us have this tool" of automatic license plate reader cameras to continue conducting investigations and solving crimes.

Spider-Man brings smiles to Northern California children battling serious illnesses

Melissa May, KOVR via CNN  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 1:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

For children facing cancer and other serious medical conditions, a hospital stay can be difficult. But at hospitals across Northern California, one familiar superhero is helping bring some joy.

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Driver arrested in bus collision that happened before news helicopter crash in LA

Ashley Duong and Hallie Golden, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 1:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A motorist was arrested for investigation of murder in a prelude to a second deadly tragedy: the fiery crash of a TV news helicopter used by NBC and Telemundo covering the collision.

Film society sets long-awaited reopening target for historic Tower Theatre

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 1:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

The owners of the nearly century-old Tower Theatre anticipate renovations will begin next year.

Fire sparks on Fremont Island in the Great Salt Lake

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 1:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

A fire started on Wednesday on Fremont Island in the Great Salt Lake. The fire is estimated at 25-30 acres, according to Utah Fire Info, and the flames are spreading.

Davis County officials OK 0.2% sales tax hike, which will generate an extra $15.98M per year

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 12:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Davis County commissioners approved a 0.2% sales tax hike, which will generate $15.98 million a year and boost the overall sales tax rate in most cities to 7.45%.

Fed hikes rates, sees more tightening in search of 'timelier' drop in inflation

VideoHoward Schneider, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 12:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday and flagged further increases in borrowing costs in coming months.

Kirk family puts UVU on notice they intend to sue

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 12:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

A notice of claim filed by the family of Charlie Kirk against UVU contends he was essentially placed in a 'fishbowl' when he was assassinated on campus in 2025.

2 women missing, presumed dead at Sand Hollow; Jet Ski driver charged

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 12:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Nevada man who was operating a jet ski with two women passengers has been arrested after crashing, and the women presumably drowned.

House takes up Russia sanctions bill backed by late Sen. Graham

Patricia Zengerle, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 11:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

The House of Representatives will vote on Wednesday on a sanctions bill first introduced by Sen. Lindsey Graham to increase economic pressure on ​Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.

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From cyberspace to aerospace, SLCC Tech prepares students for in-demand careers

SLCC Tech  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Cybersecurity and non-destructive testing show how SLCC Tech connects hands-on education with Utah's workforce needs.

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How a Renaissance masterpiece came to Provo

Natalia Galicza, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 11:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

A forgotten crate in Hawaii held casts of the greatest doors ever made. A decade later, a replica gleams in gold at BYU — with an origin story to rival the original.

The drive to perfect: Westminster University golfer's championship summer

VideoTamara Vaifanua, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 11:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Ashley Lam won the Utah Women's State Amateur Championship this summer, defeating six-time champion Kelsey Chugg in a match that came down to the final hole.

English village votes to leave the UK over migrant housing plan

Jill Lawless, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 10:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

A tiny English village has voted to leave the United Kingdom as a symbolic protest against government plans to house up to 1,200 asylum seekers on a nearby military base.

Mona residents file appeal seeking to overturn approval of data center project

VideoDaniella Rivera, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 9:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

A group of Mona residents has filed an appeal asking Juab County commissioners to reverse approval of a large data center project they say was approved without meaningful public awareness or input.

Woman charged in fiery ATV crash in southern Utah receives jail time, probation

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 9:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

A woman who was criminally charged earlier this year after a fiery all-terrain vehicle crash near Sand Hollow State Park injured four people was sentenced last month to 105 days in jail.

Utah AI industry voice agrees 'slowdown' would be beneficial

VideoAndrew Adams, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 8:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

Over the past week, some researchers have warned that artificial intelligence could pose an "existential" threat to the human race, frontier CEOs have spoken about the need for a "slowdown" and Utah's own governor has called for guardrails.

The mad scientist: How Kevin McGiven's unique schemes have improved Utah football

VideoJosh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 8:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's a scheme that goes by many names inside Utah football's playbook, and one that has seemingly infinite variations.

Utah hoping to 'win a Super Bowl' with new Great Salt Lake commissioner

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 8:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

Hannah Freeze is ready to be the starting quarterback for Utah's Great Salt Lake efforts, receiving a positive recommendation to be confirmed on Wednesday.

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The reason why most people unknowingly overpay their taxes in retirement

B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions and Advisors  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

"Most people don't overpay their taxes because they saved too much money," Ryan says. "They overpay taxes because nobody ever taught them how to withdraw their money in retirement."

Dr. Nicole Saphier, Trump's 3rd surgeon general pick, faces Senate grilling

VideoFatima Hussein and Ali Swenson, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 7:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

Dr. Nicole Saphier, President Donald Trump's third nominee to serve as surgeon general, will face lawmakers at her Senate confirmation hearing Wednesday.

Man hit, killed in downtown Salt Lake City

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 7:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man in downtown Salt Lake City was killed after allegedly being hit by a vehicle that then drove away early Wednesday. First responders performed life-saving measures, but were unable to revive the man.

Man sentenced to jail, probation for firing gunshots outside West Valley City store

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 7:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man who fired a gun during a fight outside Charlie's Market in West Valley City will spend time in jail and on probation after accepting a plea deal.