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Pregnant mother of 9 from Manti dies in auto-pedestrian accident; newborn in NICU

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 9 - 7:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

A family from Manti is grieving the loss of their mother after an auto-pedestrian accident. A GoFundMe identified the mother as Rebeca Hafen, a mother of nine.

Iran and US hit tankers in biggest wave of attacks on shipping since war began

Enas Alashray, Idrees Ali and Jana Choukeir, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 9 - 7:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Iran said on Wednesday it attacked 10 ships near the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. sank five Iranian oil tankers, in the biggest wave of shipping attacks since the start of the war.

Holocaust survivor to speak at University of Utah

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 9 - 7:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sora Vigorito, the youngest known survivor of Dr. Joseph Mengele's twin experiments during the Holocaust, will speak at the University of Utah on Tuesday, Sept. 15.

Trump Justice Department says it's investigating Utah's lieutenant governor

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 9 - 7:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson after she refused to turn sensitive voter information over to the federal government, according to a letter sent by the agency's Civil Rights Division.

Former Utah National Guard accountant accused of pocketing money from services program

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 9 - 5:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

An accountant for the Utah National Guard's Morale, Welfare and Recreation program is accused of pocketing hundreds of thousands of dollars and not reporting it.

US banning dairy products, most alcohol and motorcycles from Canada in growing trade war

Rob Gillies and Paul Wiseman, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 9 - 5:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

The White House says the United States is banning dairy products, most alcoholic beverages and some motorcycles from Canada, starting Sept. 29, as their trade war escalates.

With Pineview Reservoir emptying, pipeline project expected to proceed next week

VideoTim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 9 - 4:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

With Pineview Reservoir emptying, plans to install a replacement section of pipeline across the bed of the lake are expected to move forward next week.

Northrop Grumman, Utah officials unveil new facility that will aid in B-21 production

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 9 - 4:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Northrop Grummon and Utah leaders formally unveiled a new facility near Hill Air Force Base that will aid in B-21 Raider production.

Springville officers cleared in fatal 2025 shooting, prosecutors rule

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 9 - 4:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two Springville police officers were legally justified in using deadly force against a man who stabbed one of the officers while they were investigating a domestic violence call.

Have You Seen This? Elephant gets daily pedicures

VideoDevin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 9 - 3:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

This elephant has a foot-care routine fit for royalty.

Utah posts its hottest summer on record, but here's who benefited from the summer rains

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 9 - 3:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

If this past summer felt warmer than usual in Utah, it was. However, it wasn't the state's driest on record.

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The family dinner comeback: Why mealtime still matters

Oakdell Egg Farms  |  Posted Sept. 9 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Today's families are navigating activities that often stretch well into the evening, but eating together is one old-fashioned habit worth protecting.

Girl Scouts' first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January

Dee-ann Durbin, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 9 - 2:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Man's best friend is getting some love from the Girl Scouts.

2nd round of tickets for Salt Lake Temple Open House will be available next week

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 9 - 2:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said it will be making more tickets available for next year's temple celebration on Sept. 15 and Oct. 1 in an announcement on Tuesday.

Holy Score: BYU's first showdown arrives as coach Kalani Sitake's future looms over the season

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Sept. 9 - 2:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

BYU has asked fans to wear blue and white Saturday afternoon — it's affectionately called a Stripe Out — to match the uniform design planned for one of the most important games of the season.

Salt Lake City schools seek community input on future of 3 closed campuses

VideoMadi Vollmer, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 9 - 2:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City School District officials are asking residents to weigh in on the future of three former elementary school properties.

Homeowners ask Logan City to prove right-of-way as project encroaches on property

VideoMike Anderson, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 9 - 1:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Homeowners in one Logan neighborhood argue that the city is venturing beyond its right-of-way with a project that would cut through some of their yards.

Apple debuts $1,999 passport-shaped foldable phone, called Duo

Stephen Nellis and Kenrick Cai, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 9 - 1:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

Apple on Wednesday unveiled a $1,999 foldable phone called Duo, introducing the biggest change in years in the company's flagship product.

Republicans tie midterm hopes to Trump at Dallas convention despite political risks

Nathan Layne, Nandita Bose and Steve Holland, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 9 - 12:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Republicans will kick off their first-ever midterm convention in Dallas on Wednesday, betting President Donald Trump can energize supporters and help hold onto its congressional majorities.

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4 reasons to build a backyard office

Backyard Office Utah  |  Posted Sept. 9 - 12:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

If you work from home and have a backyard, you have the opportunity to be home, local company Backyard Office Utah is bringing a solution right to your backyard.

Highland teen makes history as Miss America's Teen 2027

VideoAnnette Campbell, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 9 - 12:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Elle Anderson, who competed as Miss Utah's Teen, was crowned Miss America's Teen 2027 on Saturday night, becoming the first contestant from Utah to win the national teen title.

38 Utah dance groups unite for suicide prevention this Saturday at Capitol Theatre

VideoBrenna Donnelly, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 9 - 11:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

Thirty-eight dance groups will take the stage Saturday at Salt Lake City's Capitol Theatre with a shared goal: helping prevent suicide and offering hope to Utahns who may be struggling.

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Gov. Spencer Cox reflects on his call for peace on the anniversary of Charlie Kirk's assassination

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 9 - 11:43 a.m.  |  Save Story

A year after the tragedy, did America learn anything?