More than a home: How a 'human first' approach could reinvent Utah homeless policy

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Cougars collect consecutive Big 12 wins with 80-52 victory over Cincinnati

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 25 - 11:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

Richie Saunders poured in 21 points with five rebounds, and the Cougars connected on 15 3-pointers to stump Cincinnati 80-52 in front of 17,483 fans at the Marriott Center.

Calgary's Olympic speedskating oval needs major repairs. That's not the case with Utah's track

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 10:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

The speedskating oval built for the 1988 Winter Games in Calgary, Canada, is on its last legs.

Dust-ups, poor shooting and a benching: Jazz can't keep pace with Grizzlies

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 9:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Grizzlies routed the Jazz 125-103 at the FedEx Forum as Keyonte George comes off the bench for the first time this season.

State Department freezes new funding for nearly all US aid programs worldwide

Ellen Knickmeyer and Farnoush Amiri, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 25 - 9:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

The State Department has frozen new funding for almost all U.S. aid programs worldwide, making exceptions to allow humanitarian food programs and military aid to Israel and Egypt to continue.

In a chronically online world, people are finding respite in 'junk journaling'

Harmeet Kaur, CNN  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 8:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

A freeform hybrid of collage, scrapbooking and traditional journaling, the creative hobby is having a moment right now.

Crews fight fire at 5-story apartment complex under construction in Ogden

Ashley Imlay, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 25 - 8:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Crews on Saturday evening continue fighting a fire at a construction site in Ogden.

Colorado DNA analyst appears on forgery charges as validity of more than 500 cases in doubt

Matthew Brown and Colleen Slevin, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 7:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

A former Colorado Bureau of Investigation DNA scientist appeared in court Thursday to face criminal charges over data tampering that authorities said raises questions about the validity of more than 500 cases.

Abortions, and the fight against them, are growing in Utah

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 7:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hundreds marched around the State Capitol in Salt Lake City for the 10th annual March for Life, met by a handful of vocal critics.

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Get your own copy of 'Putting on Christ' for free: Here's how

Vescovo Buonarroti Art, LLC  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

"Putting on Christ" by author Steven Anthony Bishop seeks to inspire those who are diligent truth seekers. And for a limited time, KSL.com readers can get a free e-book version.

Police: High-speed, 4-car crash in downtown Salt Lake the result of impaired driving

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 6:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Four cars were damaged and one woman sustained minor injuries after police say a speeding car plowed into stopped vehicles at a red light on State Street.

Runnin' Utes go on 10-minute scoring drought as Baylor pulls away for 76-61 win

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 25 - 6:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

For a full 10 minutes, the Runnin' Utes couldn't make a shot from the field.

Gianna Kneepkens' career game helps Utah women hold off BYU for 3rd straight rivalry win

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 6:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

Kneepkens poured in a career-high 32 points including six 3-pointers as Utah women's basketball held off BYU 81-76 Saturday afternoon.

Police: Man arrested after trying to stab officer in Utah County, puncturing his body armor

Matt Brooks, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 5:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man has been arrested after police say he stabbed at a police officer in Utah County on Thursday. A body-worn trauma plate prevented the officer from suffering injury.

Utah State stays hot from 3-point line in 87-57 win over Air Force

Alex Vejar for KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 5:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Aggies shot 52% on 3-pointers in the win.

Nobody will look at your art more than in a puzzle

Lee Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 4:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

How Utah artist Eric Dowdle, creator of the world's largest wall puzzle, revolutionized folk art puzzles.

Have You Seen This? Human-powered Ferris wheel

Grant Olsen for KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 3:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Maybe Steel Days, the Washington County Fair, or the Farmington Festival Days Carnival could get one of these human-powered Ferris wheels for next year.

Nurse practitioners opening their own clinics, practices nearly 2 years after change in law

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 3:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

In March 2023, Gov. Spencer Cox signed a bill to allow nurse practitioners to practice without the oversight of a medical doctor. They're helping to address one of the largest problems in Utah: health care access.

America's favorite pets may be salmonella spreaders. How to love Fido safely

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 2:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new study from Pennsylvania State University finds that household dogs can be a little-known contributor to the spread of antibiotic-resistant salmonella.

Hamas frees 4 female Israeli soldiers in exchange for 200 Palestinian prisoners

Isabel Debre, Sam Mednick, Wafaa Shurafa and Samy Magdy, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 1:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Four female Israeli soldiers who were taken in the attack that sparked the war in Gaza have returned to Israel after Hamas militants paraded them before a crowd of thousands and handed them over to the Red Cross.

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How online gambling became a public health issue

Mariya Manzhos, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 12:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Experts at a Harvard University forum examined the rise of online gambling and policies that can help.

CIA now says COVID-19 'more likely' to have come from lab

Erin Banco, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 12:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Central Intelligence Agency has assessed that the COVID-19 pandemic is "more likely" to have emerged from a lab rather than from nature, an agency spokesperson said on Saturday.

Unconfirmed reports of enforcement action spark alarm as Trump immigration crackdown unfolds

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 12:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

Unconfirmed reports of enforcement action across Utah are sparking alarm for some as President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown unfolds.

Kristi Noem confirmed by US Senate as Trump's Homeland secretary

Ted Hesson, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 11:56 a.m.  |  Save Story

Kristi Noem was confirmed by the U.S. Senate as President Donald Trump's Homeland Security secretary on Saturday, putting into position a key member of the Republican's Cabinet as he launches a wide-ranging immigration crackdown.

Utah State keeps winning through coaching and administrative changes

Mark Anderson, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 11:50 a.m.  |  Save Story

Most programs would not do well with the level of turnover Utah State has experienced. The Aggies not only have managed their way through constant change. They have thrived.

Senators approve bill requiring fiscal impact statements on ballot initiatives

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 11:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah senators approved a bill that would require sponsors of citizen ballot initiatives to complete a fiscal impact statement on how they would pay for any changes enacted through the initiative.

How affordable is the Salt Lake rental market? Here's what a new analysis says

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 10:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

Looking to rent in the Salt Lake metro area? A new analysis says it's now the nation's fourth-most affordable rental market.

Canzano: Utah State AD talks about joining Pac-12

John Canzano  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 9:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

Plus, thoughts on QBs Dante Moore, Maalik Murphy and Demond Williams Jr.

Riverdale mother, 27, sentenced to prison in death of her 2-month-old

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 9:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two-month-old Calvin Chacone was found dead in January 2024 by police responding to a medical distress call. On Friday, his mother was sentenced to prison for his death.

'Offensive' tattoos and 'see-through clothing' can get you kicked off Spirit Airlines

Alexandra Skores, CNN  |  Updated Jan. 25 - 9:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Passengers flying Spirit Airlines might need to conceal some tattoos or put on more clothing for their next flight, according to the airline's updated contract for travelers.

Utah high schoolers divided on House bill easing driving restrictions for minors

Eva Terry, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 8:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow a newly licensed minor to drive up to one passenger (who does not have to be a relative) as soon as they get their license.

Bear Lake Monster Winterfest is a chance for anyone to try out a new winter sport

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 8:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

Business owners around Bear Lake are trying to expand the tourism season into the winter months through the Bear Lake Monster Winterfest.

Afghans stranded in Mexico under Trump immigration crackdown face bleak choices

Lizbeth Diaz, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 25 - 7:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

Thousands of migrants who had expected to start their new lives in the U.S. this week found themselves suddenly faced with the prospect of returning to their home countries, seeking refuge elsewhere, or waiting indefinitely in Mexico.

What swapping crops for houses means for Utah's water and agriculture future

David Condos, KUER  |  Posted Jan. 25 - 7:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

Farms are quickly becoming mementos of a different time in Moab.

Proposed bill would shorten time on Utah's registry for some sex offenders

Daniella Rivera, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 10:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah lawmakers are expected to consider a bill that would make changes to Utah's Sex Offender Registry.

In lower-scoring affair, Red Rocks get road win over BYU in first-ever conference meet

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 10:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

The week was a bookend of scores for the Red Rocks.

Utah HC falls to Jets, but Tourigny has belief the team will end season with 'a big smile'

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 10:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

A mistake-ridden ending cost Utah in a 5-2 loss to the Winnipeg Jets Friday at Canada Life Centre.

Utah lawmaker abandons bill letting car dealerships stay open all weekend

Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 9:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

A bill that would have allowed car dealerships to stay open on weekends is not moving forward this legislative session.

Trump signs crypto-friendly executive order, opens door for national digital asset stockpile

Art Raymond, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 9:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump took another step toward his promise to make the U.S. the "crypto capital of the planet" on Thursday, signing an executive order aimed at promoting the domestic cryptocurrency sector.

Here's what to expect at 2025's RootsTech

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 9:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

A gold medal couple, Nelson Mandela's grandson, Elder Neil L. Andersen and others will share messages at the 2025 RootsTech family history conference in March.

All welcome to celebrate Chinese New Year in Salt Lake City

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 9:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's annual Chinese New Year celebrations will be about "more than dumplings and drums" and will include events for the whole family or maybe even a date.

Hegseth confirmed as Trump's defense secretary in tie-breaking vote

Lisa Mascaro, Mary Clare Jalonick And Farnoush Amiri, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 24 - 8:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth as the nation's defense secretary in a dramatic late-night vote Friday.

New Yorkers may be allowed to use paid sick leave to look after pets

Aleksandra Michalska, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 8:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

New York City's council is set to consider legislation that would allow New Yorkers to take paid sick leave to care for their pets and service animals.

Advocates rally for more child care funding in Utah

Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 7:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Advocates rallied at the state Capitol on Friday to push for more money for child care. They said Utahns are struggling to afford child care and public funding is desperately needed.

Officers testify about their actions, investigation of murder suspect Kouri Richins

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 7:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Law enforcement officers testified Thursday about why they believe specific evidence should be admitted in Kouri Richins' upcoming murder trial.

BYU engineers develop heavy-lifting, helpful humanoid robot

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 6:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Although the world might not ever have super soldiers like Captain America, engineers at BYU are building robots that could rival Steve Rogers' strength.

Jazz center Walker Kessler raising money to thank Primary Children's Hospital

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 5:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

When Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler was 18 months old, he spent nearly a week in Primary Children's Hospital recovering from an illness. Now he's determined to raise money to pay it forward.

Lawmakers mull mandatory 10-year sentences for child torture convictions

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 5:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A legislative committee advanced a bill that would establish a mandatory minimum sentence for people convicted of child torture, though future changes to the bill are expected.

Video shows man confronting, taunting Salt Lake police officer before he is shot, killed

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 4:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Body camera video shows a man confronting and taunting a Salt Lake police officer, who had pulled over a pickup truck, before the man is eventually shot.

Trump administration says 'Gulf of America' name change now official

Richard Valdmanis, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 4:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Trump administration's Interior Department said on Friday it had officially changed the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, and the Alaskan peak Denali to Mount McKinley.

Bangerter Highway closed for hours due to gas line rupture

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 24 - 3:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Bangerter Highway was closed in both directions at 13400 South for several hours Friday after construction crews hit a gas line.

Family of Magna man killed in 2005 expresses relief, gratitude following arrest

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 3:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The family of a Magna man found stabbed to death in his home nearly 20 years ago says they never gave up hope that the case would be solved. Police arrested a man Thursday.

Advisories issued as storm forecast to bring valuable snow, snapping long dry stretch

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 24 - 2:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

A storm system headed to Utah is projected to deliver much-needed snow to both northern and southern Utah after a lull in activity.

SEG Foundation helps give people opportunity for a 'clean slate'

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 2:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

A series of unfortunate events in his teenage years — his sister dying in a car accident, his parents separating, being bullied at school — left Hisrael "Izzy" Carranza not knowing how to cope.

Will Hardy shares lessons he learned from Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 2:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

It won't be a surprise if Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy has a keen eye on Sunday's NFC championship game.

'Life altering': Utah writer, director duo take center stage at Sundance

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 2:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah movie crew celebrated the premier of their movie "Omaha" in Park City Thursday. The movie tracks the growing desperation of a family in financial ruin as they roadtrip across Utah.

Lawmakers debate the value of liberal studies amid possible cuts to higher ed

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 1:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

So what are Utah's public colleges or universities?

New York comic explains Jake Retzlaff's NIL deal with Manischewitz before show in Utah

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 1:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Eitan Levine had a working relationship with Jake Retzlaff, the first-ever Jewish quarterback at BYU, as well as food brand Manischewitz.

Inmate seeking parole ordered to serve at least 13 more years for brutal killing

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 1:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah man once ordered to serve the rest of his natural life in prison for a brutal 1988 murder who received a parole hearing last year will remain incarcerated for at least another decade.

Walmart will pay more than $600K a year to some top managers

Jordan Valinsky, CNN  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 12:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Some top Walmart managers will now make as much as $620,000 annually as part of a broader pay raise from America's biggest retail chain.