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Parent of student charged in shooting that killed teen at Kentucky State University

Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 9:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A parent of a Kentucky State University student has been charged with murder in an on-campus shooting that killed one student and critically injured another.

Footage shows officers confront father days before 'nightmare' hike that hospitalized children

Jacob Freeman and Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 8:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Newly obtained police documents show Micah Smith, charged with child abuse and torture, had a run-in with police a week before that left officers worried for his mental state.

Corner Canyon drops game to No. 2 St. Frances in Overtime national championship

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 8:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Burke ran for over 100 yards and a touchdown, and Virginia running back signee Jae'Oyn Williams threw for three touchdowns as St. Frances rallied to a 37-20 win over No. 23 Corner Canyon.

Divided Fed lowers rates, signals pause and 1 cut next year as growth rebounds

Howard Schneider and Ann Saphir, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 10 - 8:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

A sharply divided Federal Reserve cut interest rates on Wednesday, but signaled borrowing costs are unlikely to drop further in the near term as it awaits clarity on the job market, inflation and ​the economy.

US seizes oil tanker off coast of Venezuela, Trump says

Idrees Ali, Phil Stewart and Steve Holland, Reuters  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 8:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, a ​move that raised oil prices and is likely to further inflame tensions between Washington and Caracas.

School board unanimously votes to close Cedar Valley Elementary School; community reacts

Arianne Brown for KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 7:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Board of Education of the West District, also known as the Lake Mountain School District, voted to close Cedar Valley Elementary School last week. Cedar Fort residents cited concerns with the decision.

Slain Santaquin officer's family sues truck driver accused of killing him and driver's employer

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

The family of Santaquin Police Sgt. Bill Hooser has filed a lawsuit against the truck driver accused of intentionally hitting and killing him, as well as the trucking company and food manufacturer he was working for.

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From snowflakes to shorelines: Local tour company wants you to discover Hawaii

Southwest Adventure Tours  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

With two different Hawaiian itineraries to choose from, Southwest Adventure Tours gives you a front row seat to the culture, landscapes, and spirit of the islands.

'Frustrated' babysitter pleads guilty to murder in death of baby girl

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 6:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

A babysitter accused of smashing a 4-month-old baby's head into the corner of a metal door, resulting in her death, pleaded guilty this week to murder.

Southern Utah woman gave herself $98K in raises, charges say

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 5:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

A woman in southern Utah is facing charges of theft and communications fraud accusing her of giving herself raises that totaled nearly $100,000.

How Utah's newest lawmaker went from fighting HB267 to using his first vote to repeal it

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 5:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

After fighting to overturn Utah's law banning public unions from collective bargaining, teacher John Arthur cast his first vote in the Utah Legislature Tuesday to repeal that very same law.

House backs massive defense policy bill; Senate next

Patricia Zengerle, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 10 - 4:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

The House of Representatives passed a massive defense policy bill on Wednesday authorizing a record $901 billion ​in annual military spending, paving the way for the must-pass measure to become law for a 65th straight year.

Have You Seen This? Arizona lineman coaxes bear from atop utility pole

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 3:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

A lineman in Arizona helped prod a wayward bear that had climbed up a power pole to the ground and safety. It wasn't the first time he'd done it.

Who should draw the congressional maps? Here's what voters and Constitution say

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 3:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

As lawmakers spar with judges over redistricting, here's what voters and the Constitution say about who has the power to draw congressional maps.

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5 reasons to grow your startup in U. of U's Master of Business Creation Program (online or in person)

Master of Business Creation  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The award-winning Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah is available online or in person.

Taylorsville man charged with carjacking in federal court now facing similar state charges

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 2:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Taylorsville man accused of shooting another man while carjacking a friend's vehicle and then leading police on a chase is facing criminal state charges.

Woman admits to selling 'discounted' Utah ski tickets purchased with stolen credit cards

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 1:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A South Carolina woman has pleaded guilty in federal court to purchasing Ikon ski passes for Utah resorts using stolen credit cards, and then reselling them at "discounted" prices.

Judge lets more Epstein grand jury materials be made public

Jan Wolfe, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 10 - 12:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

A judge in Manhattan on Wednesday allowed for the public release of ​records from a grand jury investigation into Jeffrey Epstein because of a law recently passed by Congress, the latest in a string of similar rulings.

Utah's snowpack off to 'slow start' amid 'whiplash' start to 2026 water year

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's snowpack is off to a "slow start," which won't turn around with this week's forecast. But experts remain hopeful for the remainder of winter.

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Teach faith and freedom in class? This school says yes

American Heritage School  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

The school's ethos of high love coupled with high expectations allows students to thrive.

Former 'Real Housewives' of Salt Lake City star moved from prison to community program

Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 10 - 11:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Jennifer Shah, former star on "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City," has been moved from a federal prison into a community confinement program after serving less than half of her sentence.

Utah, Pennsylvania governors speak out against political violence at bipartisan event

Daniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 11:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's governor took his message of "disagreeing better" to Washington with Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, moderated by "Today" co-anchor Savannah Guthrie.

Family of slain Saratoga Springs mother and son insists they're cooperating

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 10:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Saratoga Springs police and Jessica Orton Lyman's family released joint statements Wednesday saying the family has been cooperating with the ongoing police investigation.