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1 year later, some UVU students still affected by Charlie Kirk shooting

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 11:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

One year after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at Utah Valley University, the campus is remembering what happened while students who were there continue to deal with the effects of that day.

Why now was right time for Utah native Taylor Booth to return home to Real Salt Lake

VideoSean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 10:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

The 25-year-old midfielder and U.S. youth international returned to his boyhood club on loan from FC Twente in the Dutch Eredivisie, marking a full circle moment on Booth's career.

US declares end of largest recorded cyclosporiasis outbreak

Siddhi Mahatole, Reuters  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 10:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Health authorities on Friday declared the nation's largest recorded multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak over, after contaminated iceberg lettuce ​sickened thousands.

Family of slain radio host opposes possible plea deal for accused killer

VideoGarna Mejia, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 11 - 10:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

The family of a Spanish-language radio host who was killed in 2021 is urging prosecutors to reconsider a proposed plea deal that could reduce the charge against the man accused of murdering her.

Picks Six Previews: BYU the more proven program in first test over Arizona

Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 9:54 a.m.  |  Save Story

BYU is the more proven program and they return the strongest parts of their 11-win team, while Arizona sent its best feature — the No. 1 secondary — to the pros.

Yemen's Houthis reach strategic island at mouth of vital shipping lane

Mohammed Ghobari, Eman Abouhassira and Catherine Cartier, Reuters  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 9:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis reached the strategic island of Perim in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait on Friday, four Yemeni government sources told Reuters.

Road delays expected near Utah Capitol as work on new historic trail begins

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 9:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

Construction of a new historic trail near downtown Salt Lake City will begin on Monday, but state transportation officials warn it will cause traffic delays near the Utah State Capitol.

Saratoga Springs marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 with 3 days of community service

VideoGarna Mejia, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 11 - 9:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

Residents across Saratoga Springs spent the week giving back to their community as part of a three-day service initiative commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

KSL Sports Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 2 of college football

KSL Sports  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Each week, we'll release the KSL Sports staff picks for you to see. Can you do a better job than us? Probably, but that's the fun of it all.

2 more arrested in connection with South Salt Lake bank robbery

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 11 - 8:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Three people have now been taken into custody for their alleged roles in a South Salt Lake bank robbery that involved an alleged bomb.

Comedian Jon Stewart has some questions for Utah's governor

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 8:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

Comedian Jon Stewart had some pointed questions for Gov. Spencer Cox when he appeared on "The Daily Show" earlier this week to promote his new book.

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You're already paying for a new HVAC system … you just don't own it

Gillette Services  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Rather than viewing an HVAC replacement as simply another household expense, many homeowners are beginning to look at it differently.

'She didn't waste a moment': Manti father remembers wife, newborn son after tragic crash

VideoArianne Brown, KSL and Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 7:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's been only a few days since Tyson Hafen lost his wife of 14 years and their newborn son in a tragic accident Tuesday morning. He said his wife, Rebeca, lived life to the fullest.

Clearfield leaders OK 180-day moratorium on data center development

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 11 - 6:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

Clearfield leaders approved a 180-day moratorium on data center development to study whether special guidelines are needed for them, joining several other Utah communities.

Provo man charged with killing his aunt in Salem

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 10 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Police say Isaiah Christopher Ramos claimed he was on a road trip when he returned and found his aunt deceased, but investigators say FLOCK cameras suggest otherwise.

'Modern-day martyr': Thousands honor Charlie Kirk at UVU memorial

VideoDaniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 10 - 10:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

One year after his assassination, Charlie Kirk was remembered for his faith, engagement with young people, and courage to speak up.

Smithsonian marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 with a display of rare artifacts

Steven Sloan, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 10 - 10:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Smithsonian Museum of American History opened its own tribute to the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks with a display of various artifacts from the day that changed America forever.

Sherry Black Foundation organizes special event for Utah cold case families

VideoAudioDave Cawley, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 10 - 9:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Sherry Black Foundation is launching "Utah Missing and Unsolved Day" to support families whose loved ones were victims in cold cases.

Amazon launches AI tool to help customers spot fake messages

VideoMatt Gephardt, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 10 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A warning that your Amazon account has been hacked can demand quick action. The trouble is, scammers know that, too.

Judge declines to pause Utah's prop betting law, pending appeal

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 10 - 8:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal appeals court declined to temporarily block a Utah law banning proposition betting pending the outcome of an appeal brought by one of the nation's largest prediction market companies.

ABC's Jimmy Kimmel says interview with Senate candidate Talarico will not air on network

David Shepardson, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 10 - 8:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jimmy Kimmel said an interview with Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico on ​Thursday will air on YouTube and not during ABC's broadcast, citing threats from the FCC.

UDOT tries a new approach to address its beaver problem in Logan Canyon

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 10 - 7:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah transportation officials have long dealt with road issues tied to beavers in Logan Canyon, but they believe a new project could help them coexist with the species.

Hurricane Lowell battered Hawaii's western islands and is linked to at least 2 deaths

Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 10 - 6:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hurricane Lowell's intense winds and storm surge that battered Hawaii's western islands this week are suspected in the deaths of at least two people.