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Davis County leader says he's 'committed to personal improvement' in wake of critical probe

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 5:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Six months after completion of a critical probe into Davis County Commissioner John Crofts, Crofts say he's "committed to personal improvement."

Hangar rent hikes coming to SLC International Airport

VideoMadi Vollmer, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 4:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hangar rates at Salt Lake City International Airport are set to increase in two steps, raising concerns for a local pilot who uses his plane for volunteer animal-rescue and humanitarian missions.

Trump-Xi summit in Washington begins with great fanfare but low expectations

Trevor Hunnicutt and David Brunnstrom, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 4:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the White House on Thursday for a lavish state summit expected to be heavy on symbolism but light on substance.

Have You Seen This? Truck nearly struck by lightning on I-84

VideoLogan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 3:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dashcam footage captured the moment lightning nearly struck a box truck driving on I-84 in Utah.

Elementary school teacher accused of giving inappropriate 'hugs' charged with abuse

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 3:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

A teacher with the Granite School District is accused of inappropriately touching elementary school children under the guise of giving them hugs.

State prisons on lockdown following attack on corrections officer

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 2:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Both state prisons in Salt Lake City and Gunnison were placed on lockdown Thursday after an officer was attacked at the Central Utah facility.

Witness, deputy fought to save 6-year-old who died after impact from vehicle

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 2:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 6-year-old girl passed away early Thursday after being hit by a vehicle along 2550 South in West Haven on Wednesday.

Senate rejects Democratic-led resolution to curb Trump's Iran war powers

Patricia Zengerle, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 2:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Senate on Thursday narrowly rejected a resolution demanding President Donald Trump end the war in Iran or seek congressional authorization.

More than 20 mining claims filed in San Juan County on former Bears Ears land

KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 2:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

More than 20 mining claims have been filed in San Juan County on former Bears Ears land.

At UN, Netanyahu defends Israel as delegates storm out

VideoAntoni Slodkowski and John Irish, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 1:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday mounted a forceful defense of Israel's actions in the region at the United Nations as dozens of delegates streamed out.

Las Vegas officials want more people to visit. Here's how they're doing it

KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 1:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Las Vegas officials are bringing back a citywide promotion featuring more than 180 limited-time travel discounts across the Las Vegas strip, downtown, and surrounding resorts.

Adults need to play too; 3 ways to be more playful everyday

VideoLauren Tippetts, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 1:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Author and speaker Connie Sokol shared three life moments where adults can be more playful.

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How a Mitt Romney op-ed became Exhibit B in Trump's defense of the White House media ban

Jennifer Graham, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 1:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

As banned outlets sue over access, the president doubles down

FDA nominee Overton says all vaccines safe as senators press on shots, abortion, vaping

Ahmed Aboulenein, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 1:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dr. Heidi Overton, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the embattled FDA, told senators on Thursday that all vaccines are safe and effective during a contentious confirmation hearing.

White House reinstates access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico following judge's order

Susan Heavey and Helen Coster, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 12:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

The White House said on Thursday it has reinstated journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico after a federal judge deemed President Donald Trump's ban of the news outlets likely unconstitutional.

USPS releases mailing deadlines for holiday shoppers

  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 12:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

The United States Postal Service wants to help customers mail their holiday packages in a timely manner, so it announced a few deadlines.

Venezuela's acting leader, at UN for first address, promises elections at the 'right moment'

Nayara Batschke, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 12:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez, in her first address to the United Nations General Assembly, promised elections, saying her people will determine the "right moment."

US and Iran discuss phased deal to reopen strait, end US blockade, sources say

Samia Nakhoul, Parisa Hafezi and John Irish, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 12:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. and Iranian negotiators in New York are exploring a phased path out of war that would involve Tehran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and Washington lifting its economic blockade of Iran.

Delta Center renovations near finish line as Utah Mammoth home debut nears

VideoDan Rascon, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 12:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

With just days until the Utah Mammoth hosts its first preseason game at the Delta Center, crews are working around the clock to complete the latest phase of the arena's transformation.

Couple accused of hitting children with tree branches and withholding food as 'discipline'

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 11:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Sanpete County couple is accused of withholding food and hitting their children with a tree branch as "punishment," according to police.

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Make your Zion experience more epic

Allison Bell for Desert Pearl Inn  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

After a few days of breathtaking views and scenery, you're going to need somewhere to catch your breath. If you're planning a trip to Zion anytime soon, here's why you'll want to book at this inn.

Bear tranquilized, removed from Salt Lake City's Avenues neighborhood

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 11:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah wildlife biologists captured a young bear in Salt Lake City's Avenues neighborhood Wednesday night, after residents reported it wandering around over the past few days.

Lee again pushes voter ID on Senate floor, as California senator blocks it

Reagan Campbell, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 11:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Sen. Mike Lee and Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., took to the Senate floor on Wednesday to debate the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility, or SAVE, Act.