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A flesh-eating cattle parasite spreads beyond Texas as new screwworm cases are found

Jeffrey Collins, Associated Press  |  Posted June 8 - 7:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Three more cases of the New World screwworm have been confirmed, including one outside the main cluster in Texas, demonstrating the difficulty of stopping a resurgent pest that could devastate the nation's cattle industry.

16 Utah locales opt to take part in program meant to bolster renewable energy use

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sixteen Utah cities and counties have opted to take part in a program to bolster renewable energy use while three others opted not to participate.

Judge clears QB Brendan Sorsby to play for Texas Tech despite NCAA ban for gambling

Stephen Hawkins, Associated Press  |  Updated June 8 - 6:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Brendan Sorsby has been granted a temporary injunction against the NCAA. The ruling could clear the way for him to play for Texas Tech this fall, even after the transfer quarterback was declared ineligible for wagering on college sports.

Could Big 12 teams refuse to play Texas Tech over Sorsby injunction?

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 6:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Long the butt of college sports' fans jokes, there was mostly unanimity Monday when a Texas judge granted Brendan Sorsby's temporary injunction to clear the way for the Texas Tech quarterback final season of eligibility.

Southern Utah University, State Bank of Southern Utah ink 15-year partnership

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 6:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Southern Utah University last week announced a 15-year sponsorship with State Bank of Southern Utah, providing millions to the institution and giving its event center a new name.

Prosecutors oppose putting Tyler Robinson capital murder case on hold

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 5:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah County Attorney's Office has filed its opposition to Tyler Robinson's request to stay all legal proceedings pending a decision by the Utah Supreme Court.

13-year-old 'not expected to survive' after being struck by falling tree at Pineview Reservoir

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 5:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 13-year-old was critically injured after being struck by a falling tree at Pineview Reservoir.

Park that honors piece of Salt Lake City history set to receive makeover

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 5:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A park that reflects on the history of one of the Salt Lake Valley's final pre-pioneer moments is getting an upgrade, which will include a new grove to honor loved ones.

Apple bets on overdue Siri fix to close AI gap

Stephen Nellis, Kenrick Cai, Deborah Mary Sophia and Harshita Mary Varghese, Reuters  |  Updated June 8 - 4:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Apple on Monday rolled out a long-delayed overhaul of Siri, betting the upgraded assistant can help close the gap with ​Big Tech rivals and new-age startups in the crucial AI race.

'I've never felt such relief in my whole life,' abuse charges dismissed against Sunset man

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 4:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man accused of sexually abusing two children at a daycare has had the charges against him dismissed.

Utah AD Mark Harlan criticizes Sorsby injunction, warns of competitive integrity concerns

Steve Bartle, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 3:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Never afraid to speak his mind, Utah athletic director Mark Harlan shared thoughts Monday after Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby received a temporary injunction.

Have You Seen This? Bird feeder bandit can't be stopped

Orrin Olsen, for KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 3:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Like they always say, "You can take the bird seed out of the squirrel, but you can't take the squirrel out of the bird seed."

Ex-judge sentenced to prison on 3 felony charges in sexual misconduct case

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 3:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

A former Box Elder County Justice Court judge was sentenced to zero to five years imprisonment on each of three felony charges in his sexual misconduct case.

Down payments on homes nationwide are … down?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted June 8 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Buyers nationwide are putting less money down on homes than they did a year ago, according to a new analysis by Redfin, an online real estate brokerage.

The late-night eating habit that may throw your gut health into chaos

Kristen Rogers, CNN  |  Updated June 8 - 2:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

If stress causes your digestive woes, eating late at night isn't doing you any favors.

New wildfire in Millard County expands to nearly 1,400 acres

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 2:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new wildfire has expanded to over 1,300 acres after sparking Sunday near Scipio in Millard County.

'My roots are Peruvian': Peruvians in Utah cast ballots in nation's presidential contest

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 1:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Peruvians living abroad may vote in the nation's presidential elections, and many in Utah flocked to a polling place in Salt Lake City to cast ballots.

Pentagon updates religious categories after pushback from Utah lawmakers

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 1:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Department of War updated its list of faith codes Monday after pushback from some members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints over the faith not being classified as "Christian."

Utah County store owners accused of selling illegal drug products, fake pee

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 12:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

The owners of a Lehi convenience store have been charged for allegedly selling marijuana products and synthetic urine.

Motorcyclist killed in crash with semi on Mountain View Corridor in Herriman

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 12:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

A motorcyclist was killed Monday in a collision with a semi truck that closed Mountain View Corridor for several hours in Herriman.

Some lawmakers weigh possible changes to Utah's new voter privacy laws

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 12:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

A group of state lawmakers is convening a working group to consider possible changes to Utah's new voter privacy law after public outcry from voters.

'Schmigadoon!' wins best musical on Broadway's biggest night

Kathryn Lurie, Reuters  |  Updated June 8 - 11:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

"Schmigadoon!" won the Tony Award for best musical on Sunday, while more socially-driven works dominated other top categories, including "Liberation," "Ragtime," and "Giant."

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Does that old record still show up on your background check?

Rasa  |  Posted June 8 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

A criminal record could be costing you jobs, housing, or other opportunities. Even if you've moved on, your record might not have. But now there's an easy way to find out what is on your record and fix it.