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KK Ream becomes youngest goalscorer in NWSL history in 2-1 Utah Royals win in Portland
Caleb Turner, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 30 - 12:28 a.m. | Save Story
At 16 years and 53 days, Ream became the youngest goalscorer in NWSL history with her goal in the 86th minute after coming off the bench just six minutes earlier.

American Fork traveled to West, finished strong to claim 18-12 win in defensive battle
Caleb Turner, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 29 - 11:55 p.m. | Save Story
It was an early-season heavyweight matchup between Salt Lake and Utah counties Friday night at West High.

For mom: Presley Freeman's 1st career goal keeps No. 11 BYU soccer unbeaten, 2-0 over Auburn
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 29 - 10:54 p.m. | Save Story
You could say things were a bit personal for Presley Freeman when No. 11 BYU women's soccer hosted Auburn.

Davis County officials warn drivers after 14 car burglaries overnight in Fruit Heights
Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Posted Aug. 29 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
Davis County officials are warning drivers to be extra cautious after a rise in car burglaries, mostly involving unlocked vehicles — and in some cases with thieves leaving with dangerous items.

New Orleans marks 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina with solemn memorials, uplifting music
Jack Brook/Report For America, Associated Press | Updated Aug. 29 - 9:46 p.m. | Save Story
Residents of New Orleans marked the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina's devastating landfall with solemn memorial services and uplifting musical performances on Friday.

Idaho National Lab breaks ground on nation's first experimental modular reactor
Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Aug. 29 - 8:33 p.m. | Save Story
Idaho National Lab officials met with Texas-based Aalo Atomics on Thursday for the groundbreaking of Aalo-X, the nation's first experimental extra modular nuclear reactor.
Trump ends security protection for former Vice President Harris
Steve Holland and Susan Heavey, Reuters | Updated Aug. 29 - 7:52 p.m. | Save Story
President Donald Trump has canceled Secret Service protection for former vice president and 2024 election rival Kamala Harris, a senior White House official said on Friday.

What to know as Utah County begins 2-year, $7M Bridal Veil Falls project
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 29 - 7:05 p.m. | Save Story
Construction on a two-year, $7 million project to revamp the land around an iconic waterfall in Provo Canyon will begin next week,

Odyssey House opens new sober living facility in Murray: A fresh start for those in recovery
Jodi Reynosa, KSL-TV | Posted Aug. 29 - 6:28 p.m. | Save Story
Odyssey House is a new sober living facility offering hope and healing to individuals recovering from substance abuse, which is working to close the gap for those needing help.
US low-value package tariff exemption ends, raising costs for shippers, consumers
David Lawder and Andrea Shalal, Reuters | Updated Aug. 29 - 5:46 p.m. | Save Story
The U.S. tariff exemption for package shipments valued under $800 ended on Friday, raising costs and disrupting supply chain models for e-commerce companies, small businesses using online marketplaces and consumers alike.

Parties debate how Utah redistricting proceeds; Legislature requests a stay
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 29 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
Utah leaders are scrambling to figure out how to get an approved map ready in time for the 2026 congressional elections after a judge ordered them to redraw the state's current map.

Semi rolls, catches fire near Skull Valley, causing I-80 closure
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 29 - 4:34 p.m. | Save Story
A semitruck transporting Tesla auto parts rolled over on I-80 westbound and caught fire, causing the interstate to close near Skull Valley.

Here's what's coming to Netflix in September
Alex Tumalip, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 29 - 4:17 p.m. | Save Story
Here's what Netflix has in store for your binge-watching pleasure as the calendar enters the last four months of 2025.

Utah Supreme Court puts execution on hold, giving Menzies new competency hearing
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Updated Aug. 29 - 3:54 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Supreme Court Friday ruled that a judge erred by not giving death row inmate Ralph Menzies a new competency hearing. His scheduled execution next week is now on hold.

Have You Seen This? Watch a flight before you book it
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 29 - 3:31 p.m. | Save Story
If you have ever booked a flight on new-to-you airline and wished you had known beforehand about seats, snack options or blankets, the Trip Reporter on YouTube could be for you.

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Young Ford RTR drift event burned rubber and brought professional driving to Wall Avenue
Young Automotive Group | Posted Aug. 29 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Placing world-class drivers in RTR's best vehicles, the Young Automotive Group's three Ford locations hosted a drift demo in their Ogden dealership's new car lot on Aug. 26.

Former BYU baseball starter sentenced for sexually assaulting young girl for 5 years
Kaitlyn Hart, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Aug. 29 - 2:36 p.m. | Save Story
Candon Dean Dahle was handed a suspended prison sentence and put on probation for eight years after being accused of sexually assaulting a young girl over a five-year period.

Pick Six Previews: Despite roster turnover, Ohio State the favorite over Texas
Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews | Posted Aug. 29 - 2:08 p.m. | Save Story
According to the Coaches Poll, we have a No. 1 vs. No. 2 season-opener for the first time in college football history.

Murray firefighter arrested in undercover exploitation sting now faces 15 felony charges
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Updated Aug. 29 - 1:49 p.m. | Save Story
A Murray firefighter arrested Wednesday and accused of trying to arrange a meeting with a girl to sexually assault her is now accused of collecting and distributing child sex abuse material.

'Friend to all': Funeral honors life and legacy of fallen Utah police Sgt. Lee Sorensen
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Updated Aug. 29 - 12:41 p.m. | Save Story
Tremonton-Garland Police Sgt. Lee Daniels Sorensen was remembered as a loyal friend, a selfless leader and a man of the community during a funeral Friday in Logan.

Utah drivers may avoid rising gas prices this Labor Day, but delays are expected
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 29 - 12:05 p.m. | Save Story
Utah drivers might avoid issues at the pump this Labor Day weekend. Traffic might be a different story in some areas.

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A near-fatal stroke severely limited this country music legend's ability to sing. Now he's on tour
Lottie Elizabeth Johnson, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 29 - 11:45 a.m. | Save Story
Since 2019, James Dupré has been the voice of Randy Travis' "More Life" tour, which stops in Salt Lake City on Friday.

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Test Drive: The 2025 Ford Maverick Lobo is a blend of street truck fun and daily usability
Jason Bell | Posted Aug. 29 - 11:30 a.m. | Save Story
The 2025 Maverick brings back the street truck, with a generous dose of fun, style, comfort and practicality.
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