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Utah Jazz young core shines in hard-fought loss to Grizzlies

VideoChandler Holt, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 11:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

Despite missing its two best players, the Utah Jazz kept it close down the stretch against the Memphis Grizzlies, before eventually dropping 110-105.

Shriners of Salt Lake City makes Halloween memorable for kids in wheelchairs

VideoPaige Zamora, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 26 - 10:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Shriners held its annual "wheelchair Halloween costume clinic" on Thursday, offering kids in wheelchairs a chance to enjoy a holiday that can normally seem daunting.

Why Crossroads Urban Center wants UTA to postpone its proposed fare increase

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 26 - 10:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

One of Utah's largest organizations that offers assistance to residents with low income is urging the state's largest transit provider to pause its proposed fare increase until it increases outreach over discounted passes.

Iran hosts Saudi Arabia and regional powers as fears grow of return to war

Mostafa Salem, CNN  |  Updated Oct. 26 - 9:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Saudi Arabia and its allies dispatched top security officials to Iran for talks on Monday amid fears of a fresh US-Israeli offensive that could plunge the Middle East into further instability.

Liberty Park's century-old playground gets a revamp — and a new squirrelly mascot

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 9:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Children wasted no time testing out Liberty Park's new playground after a year-long wait. The project also includes the first of an "Easter egg hunt" coming to parks across Salt Lake City.

Regulators target middle men of online fraud

VideoMatt Gephardt, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

When online sellers take your money but never deliver, tracking them down can be nearly impossible. Now, federal regulators are going after the credit card processors.

Salt Lake County clerk reminds voters of key deadlines as early voting begins

VideoDebbie Worthen, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 26 - 8:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Early voting is underway, and Salt Lake County clerk Lannie Chapman is reminding voters to be aware of important deadlines and changes to mail-in ballot rules ahead of Election Day.

7 homes, 4 businesses flooded in Bluff as residents return after evacuation

VideoKennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 26 - 8:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

An evacuation notice was lifted on Monday for the town of Bluff after floodwaters threatened the area on Sunday night, triggering an emergency evacuation.

US Marine indicted over alleged murder of woman in Okinawa

Lex Harvey, Yumi Asada, CNN  |  Updated Oct. 26 - 8:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

Japanese prosecutors have indicted a U.S. Marine on suspicion of murdering and robbing a woman in Okinawa earlier this month, multiple Japanese media outlets have reported.

Massive rock fall closes Bridal Veil Falls trail until at least spring

VideoAnnette Campbell, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 8:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

A massive rockfall near Bridal Veil Falls forced the closure of part of the Provo Canyon Trail on Friday after boulders the size of cars crashed down the mountainside.

Average price of gasoline during Trump's term now exceeds Biden's, as midterms loom

Georgina McCartney, Reuters  |  Updated Oct. 26 - 7:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

Americans have paid more for gasoline and diesel at the pump on average during President Donald Trump's second term than under his Democratic predecessor, Joe Biden, according to AAA.

Moab mountain lion sighting prompts wildlife safety reminders

VideoDevin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 7:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources tranquilized and relocated a mountain lion after it showed up at a business in Moab on Monday.

Pat McAfee says he 'hates' University of Utah after latest 'College GameDay' appearance

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 26 - 7:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

It was an uncomfortable Saturday morning for ESPN personality Pat McAfee, the "College GameDay" analyst said Monday on his self-titled daily show.

Can't find your estrogen patch? Here's why and what you can do

VideoMindy Dunyon, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 7:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Demand for estradiol patches is soaring, and Utah women are struggling to find them. Here's why they're so hard to get, and what you can do if your pharmacy comes up empty.

Utah County nonprofit to close Heber City food pantry; announces layoffs

Sarah Earnshaw, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 6:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Less than a week after announcing it needed $100,000 to remain operational through the end of the month, a Utah County nonprofit said it will close a food pantry location in Heber City.

UN panel: Russia is committing crimes against humanity by targeting civilians in Ukraine

Ivana Kottasová, CNN  |  Updated Oct. 26 - 6:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

Russia is committing war crimes and crimes against humanity by intentionally attacking civilian infrastructure – including vital energy systems – in Ukraine, an independent UN investigations panel said on Monday.

18-year-old sentenced to jail for assault with a hammer, but judge said crime was 'worthy of prison'

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 6:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

An 18-year-old was ordered to spend time in jail and on probation for hitting another man with a hammer in the face, causing significant injuries.

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Groundbreaking announced for Lehi temple

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 5:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Monday that Elder John A. McCune, from the Utah Area Presidency, will preside at the groundbreaking for the Lehi Utah Temple on Dec. 5.

Ex-FBI chief James Comey charged again by Trump administration's DOJ

Andrew ​Goudsward, Ismail Shakil and Costas ​Pitas, Reuters  |  Updated Oct. 26 - 5:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Former FBI ​Director James Comey is facing a third ‌criminal case from the Trump ⁠administration, ​the latest ⁠accusing him of sharing ‌sensitive national ‌security information.

Salt Lake City cracked down on unruly parties a year ago. Here's what happened next

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 5:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City police and leaders say an ordinance change to crack down on rowdy parties has helped reduce multiple offenses, but more adjustments could be made.

Get a taste of Greece at historic Pocatello church's Fall Fest

Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 4:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Both longtime fans of Greek food and first-timers can enjoy authentic Greek food at Pocatello's Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, friends and community on Nov. 7.

Bridge demolition underway on I-215 as UDOT project reaches 60% completion

VideoMadi Vollmer, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 4:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

A project to replace aging bridge decks and improve pavement on I-215 has reached 60% completion, UDOT says, and the completion is expected in summer 2027.

Meta eyes record $95 billion equity raise to fund AI expansion

Jaspreet Singh, Reuters  |  Updated Oct. 26 - 4:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Meta Platforms said on Monday it plans to raise up to $95 billion in its largest-ever equity fundraising, as the social media giant spends ​aggressively on its AI infrastructure expansion.