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US judge weighs challenge to restore Trump's name to Kennedy Center

Mike Scarcella, Reuters  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 5:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

An attorney for a U.S. lawmaker on Thursday urged a federal judge to again block the John F. ​Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington from inscribing President Donald Trump's name on the facade of the iconic venue.

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BYU athletic department reportedly restructured; Brian Santiago no longer oversees football

Mitch Harper, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 5:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

BYU athletics director Brian Santiago will no longer oversee the BYU football program.

How to stop overthinking (it's easier than you think)

VideoLauren Tippetts, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 5:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Do you ever keep replaying a conversation? KSL Relationship Contributor Matt Townsend shared four ways to help change the pattern.

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South Salt Lake restaurant becomes first Utah eatery to earn coveted Michelin star

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 4:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

A fine dining restaurant that debuted in South Salt Lake last year is now the first Utah eatery to receive an iconic Michelin star, while several others in Utah received honors from the famed guide.

Millard County campground evacuated after Spring Branch wildfire sparks

Devin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 4:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

A campground was evacuated Thursday afternoon due to a new wildfire in Millard County.

Canadian arrested in Sandy while attempting to purchase Nintendo products

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 4:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

For the second time in a month, a man not from Utah was arrested in Sandy while attempting to purchase Nintendo products using tap to pay.

2 people killed in I-215 crash identified

Devin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 4:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Department of Public Safety released the names of two people killed Tuesday in a crash on I-215 in Salt Lake City.

Utah's bear incidents have doubled over the past year, wildlife officials say

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 4:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

If it feels like the number of bear-related incidents is up in Utah, it's because it is.

Have You Seen This? Professional cliff diver jumps from helicopter into shark-filled waters

VideoLogan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 3:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Professional cliff diver Molly Carlson dove 50 feet from a helicopter into shark-filled waters in the ocean for an episode of Discovery Channel's annual "Shark Week," completing the world's first dive into a shark cage in the process.

Police identify man killed in alleged hit-and-run in Colorado

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 2:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mesa County Coroner's Office in Colorado released the identity of a man who had been hit and killed in Loma, Colorado.

Zelenskyy gives award to Elon Musk for Starlink's role in Ukraine

The Associated Press  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 2:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday awarded Elon Musk Ukraine's Order of Freedom, one of its highest state honors, for his "outstanding personal merits" in protecting human life and freedom and strengthening ties with the United States.

Flag historian prepares for 250 anniversary of American flag in Grantsville

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 1:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

At the Grantsville Library, DeVaughn Simper, the vexillologist with the largest collection of flags west of the Mississippi, will showcase the historical progression of the American Flag from its inception to today.

Kennedy advisers propose doubling US autism spending on care, family support

Robin Respaut, Reuters  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 1:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A U.S. advisory committee on autism is set to propose that federal agencies nearly double investment in research and initiatives focusing on medical care, housing, aging, ​and other priorities to support people with the condition and their families.

5 things to celebrate about the Utah sports scene

VideoLauren Tippetts, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 12:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sports psychologist Tom Golightly shared five characteristics of Utah sports and the Utah sports scene that we can take pride in.

'Brotherhood': 21-stop promotional campaign set for immigration-themed musical filmed in Utah

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 12:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 21-stop promotional campaign for "Brotherhood," an immigration-themed musical filmed in Utah, starts on Saturday in Provo.

Motorcyclist dies in Ogden after collision

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 11:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

A 64-year-old motorcyclist traveling on Washington Boulevard in Ogden died after a collision with a vehicle.

'Dear Missionary:' A book that serves as a personal letter for new missionaries

VideoLauren Tippetts, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 27 - 11:48 a.m.  |  Save Story

In the coming months, thousands of young men and women from across the country will scatter across the globe to teach, serve and grow.

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3 reasons you should buy your next powersports machine this weekend

VideoYoung Powersports and Goldenwest Credit Union  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Looking for your next adventure? Here are three reasons why now is the perfect time to purchase your next ride.

Bear Lake rental businesses prepare for changing seasons

VideoTodd Kunz, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 11:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

The seasons are about to change, and for businesses that depend on summer traffic, that means a tangible change in pace at the Caribbean of the Rockies.

Shipping traffic through Strait of Hormuz rises slightly, data shows

Reuters  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 11:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

Shipping traffic at the Strait of Hormuz rose slightly even ​as a standoff persisted between the U.S. and Iran, data showed on Thursday, while the market monitored Iran-Oman ‌talks about the waterway.

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How a national title-winning BYU coach stared down cancer with trademark grit and faith

Jason Swensen , Deseret News  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 11:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Retired BYU Cougarettes director Jodi Maxfield won over 20 national titles — but battling ovarian cancer has been her most daunting challenge

Pay dispute leads to stabbing investigation in Utah County

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 10:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man was arrested Wednesday in Saratoga Springs for allegedly stabbing another over a pay dispute.

Congress pushes to require social media influencers to disclose some payments

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 10:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new bipartisan bill would require social media influencers to disclose when they are being paid by foreign governments to amplify political messaging.