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Big Pharma pays up: Utah to get millions in opioid settlement

Emma Pitts, Deseret News  |  Posted July 10 - 10:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah will receive a share of a settlement of approximately $720 million against some of the nation's largest opioid manufacturers, the Utah Attorney General's Office announced Thursday.

Moderna gets full approval for COVID shot in at-risk children 6 months and older

Bhanvi Satija and Sriparna Roy, Reuters  |  Updated July 10 - 9:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Food and Drug Administration Thursday granted full approval for Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine, Spikevax, in children aged 6 months to 11 years who have an increased risk of the disease.

East-west travel returns to major Salt Lake County roadway as new Bangerter interchange opens

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

The key east-west connection route at 4700 South and Bangerter Highway is reopening after about a year of construction.

PBS and NPR might be saved from Trump's push for spending cuts

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted July 10 - 8:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Public broadcasting could be saved from drastic cuts being proposed by the Trump administration as some Senate Republicans warn about the effects of withdrawing funds from smaller, rural outlets.

Ballet West Academy's Park City campus relocating after outgrowing current space

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 8:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ballet West is relocating its Park City academy to an expanded facility in Silver Summit over an increase in demand.

Utah State University to open veteran housing center in Cache Valley

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 7:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah State University's Veterans Resource Office, Cache Valley entrepreneur Nathan Ruben and USA Project Valor are teaming up to open a dedicated housing complex for student veterans in Hyde Park.

Is the rest of the US catching up to Utah in terms of civic engagement?

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah has lost ground compared to the rest of the nation in terms of civic engagement in recent years, according to a new report from the Utah Foundation.

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Beat the heat with a luxury vacation in Park City (and a deal for locals)

Stein Eriksen Residences  |  Posted July 10 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

For those looking to experience the season in elevated style, Stein Eriksen Residences offers a luxury mountain getaway — with exclusive savings for Utah residents.

US weekly jobless claims fall unexpectedly in latest week

Reuters  |  Updated July 10 - 6:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

The number of Americans filing new applications for jobless benefits unexpectedly fell last week, suggesting employers may be holding on to workers despite other indications of a cooling labor market.

Brazil's Lula pledges retaliation to Trump tariffs but keeps diplomacy open

Fabio Teixeira, Ricardo Brito and Luciana Magalhaes, Reuters  |  Updated July 10 - 6:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said Thursday he wants a diplomatic solution to President Donald Trump's threat of new tariffs, but vowed retaliation if they took effect on Aug. 1.

Diego Luna, RSL both in better places as USMNT star makes return from Gold Cup

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 6:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Diego Luna made his first appearance in front of Utah media after a Gold Cup run that turned the 21-year-old into a household name among American soccer fans.

Native American culture to be featured at Native Market Days in Orem

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 6:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Native American dancing, artwork and fashion will be featured at Native Market Days at the Utah Valley University campus in Orem on Friday and Saturday.

Texas officials are trying to figure out who's really missing from the floods

Ed White, Associated Press  |  Updated July 10 - 5:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

This week in Texas, estimates put the number of people still missing from the Hill Country floods at 161, a daunting figure atop at least 120 deaths confirmed by authorities.

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Humane Society of Utah's 65th birthday, sponsored by KSL

Kathleen Clove, KSL Classifieds  |  Posted July 10 - 5:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Celebrate 65 years of helping Utah's animal community at a free birthday bash on July 12.

An emblem makeover? University of Utah unveils new institutional logo

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted July 10 - 4:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

The University of Utah is celebrating its 175th birthday and has, in recent months, announced plans to relocate the storied Jon M. Huntsman Center as part of a major campus makeover even while rolling out a new strategic plan dubbed "Impact 2030."

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11 free or budget-friendly activities to do in Cedar City

Visit Cedar City  |  Posted July 10 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The historic Southern Utah town is packed with affordable fun, scenic beauty, and small-town charm that will leave you with lasting memories.

Section of Jordan River trail to reopen after 'cartel activity,' other issues led to closure

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A section of the Jordan River Parkway trail is set to reopen months after Salt Lake City closed it amid several concerns, including crime.

Ford recalls over 850,000 cars in the US due to potential fuel pump failure

Associated Press  |  Posted July 10 - 2:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ford is recalling more than 850,000 of its cars across the U.S. because the low-pressure fuel pump inside the vehicles may fail — and potentially cause an engine stall while driving, increasing crash risks.

X Games says its Salt Lake event delivered big numbers, served as a 'turning point'

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 1:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

X Games Salt Lake City welcomed in tens of thousands of people to Utah State Fairpark and may have also been a "turning point" for the action sports giant.

Man accused of killing 4 people appears in court

Nate Eaton, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted July 10 - 1:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Benjamin Roy Naylor, 56, is charged with four counts of first-degree murder after he allegedly killed four people in Cassia and Minidoka counties.

Judge blocks Trump's birthright citizenship order after Supreme Court ruling

Nate Raymond, Reuters  |  Posted July 10 - 12:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal judge on Thursday again barred President Donald Trump's administration from denying citizenship to some babies born in the U.S., making use of an exception to overcome the U.S. Supreme Court's recent ruling.

17-year-old dies in Summit County motorcycle crash

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 12:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 17-year-old boy is dead after a motorcycle crash in Summit County on Wednesday.

Addiction recovery group celebrates achievements of those who sought help

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Valley Behavioral Health holds celebrations for its clients in recovery and for getting the help they need. It helps break the stigma of asking for help.

After Herriman explosion, officials statewide urge residents to sign up for emergency alerts

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted July 10 - 11:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

City officials statewide are urging residents to sign up to receive emergency alerts so they can stay safe in the future after Saturday's explosion that caused evacuations in Herriman.

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See the wonders of Japan in 2026 with a Utah tour group

Jensen McKay Tours  |  Posted July 10 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

If you've ever considered visiting Japan, this might be the best year to make that dream a reality. In 2023, Conde Nast Traveler subscribers voted Japan as the "best country in the world."

How Utah's next Olympics will be different for a Wasatch Back community

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted July 10 - 11:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Midway Mayor Celeste Johnson says they're all in for the 2034 Winter Games.

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Trump promised an immigration crackdown. Here's what's happened since

Lauren Irwin, Deseret News  |  Posted July 10 - 11:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

The president sparked legal battles, protests and heightened tensions as millions face risk of deportation.

Man accepts plea deal, is sentenced to prison for carjacking mail truck

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 10:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man from Mexico was recently sentenced to two and a half years in prison for stealing a postal truck and threatening a postal worker before fleeing in the truck.

Retirement can wait: Kyle Whittingham says 'it just didn't sit well' after down season

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 10:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

As Utah went into its final game of the 2024 season, the expectation was that Kyle Whittingham would be coaching his last football game.

Size of new Davis County animal shelter to be scaled back due to rising costs

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 10:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

The size of the planned new animal shelter in Davis County, long a focus of debate, will be scaled back due to the rising estimated costs of the facility.

Deadly Russian attack rocks Kyiv before 'frank' US-Russian talks

Frank Jack Daniel and Angelo Amante, Reuters  |  Posted July 10 - 9:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

Hundreds of Russian drones and more than a dozen missiles targeted Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions in a second massive air attack in two days early on Thursday, ahead of what the U.S. and Russia said were "frank" talks between them on ending the war.

Man pleads guilty to attempted murder, sentenced in St. George double stabbing case

Cody Blowers, St. George News   |  Posted July 10 - 9:14 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man who pleaded guilty to attempted murder and aggravated assault in connection with a double stabbing in St. George has been sentenced to prison.

Logan company makes scream-inducing rides for theme parks around the world

Kathleen Clove, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 9:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

When looking for a world-class amusement ride manufacturer, it's a pretty short list. Among the handful of elite designers is Logan-based S&S Worldwide.

Man charged in violent spree that included 2 shootings

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 8:50 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah man is facing charges accusing him of firing a dozen rounds at his ex-girlfriend's family and shooting at another vehicle during a separate road-rage confrontation.

Access to part of Bonneville Shoreline Trail restricted under new Utah law

Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV  |  Posted July 10 - 8:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

To access certain areas of Utah that are designated for wildlife, a hunting or fishing license is required. Part of the Bonneville Shoreline Trail is in the middle of one of those areas.

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10 ways to be water-wise when most of Utah is in a drought

Salt Lake Chamber  |  Posted July 10 - 8:09 a.m.  |  Save Story

While watering less is a clear starting point, there are many additional steps you can take to be water-wise during a drought.

First Lady Abby Cox to Utah educators: 'You are the definition of hope during difficult days'

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted July 10 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

If possible, Utah first lady Abby Cox would invite each of the state's tens of thousands of teachers to "walk down the red carpet" and receive the individual recognition she believes they deserve.

All 31 workers reach safety after collapse inside Los Angeles industrial tunnel

Damian Dovarganes and Julie Watson, Associated Press  |  Posted July 10 - 7:43 a.m.  |  Save Story

All 31 construction workers who were far inside a huge industrial tunnel in Los Angeles made it to safety after a portion of it collapsed Wednesday evening, an outcome officials called a blessing after they initially feared much worse.

75 shelter animals have been relocated to Utah after floods devastate central Texas

Caitlin Keith, Deseret News  |  Posted July 10 - 7:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

Dozens of dogs and cats from shelters in central Texas were flown to Utah to be taken to Best Friends Animal Society's Sanctuary in Kanab on Wednesday.

WWE to bring SmackDown back to Salt Lake as part of Big 12 partnership

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 7:11 a.m.  |  Save Story

When it came to a "Royal Rumble" style brawl involving Big 12 mascots, WWE Superstar "Big E" is backing Provo's favorite Cougar, Cosmo.

California Congresswoman Sara Jacobs to join Utah Dems for town hall in Sandy

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted July 9 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Still trying to chart a new path to electoral success in deep-red Utah, the state Democratic party is hosting a California congresswoman as part of the national party's efforts to hold town halls in Republican districts.

Motorcyclist dies in South Jordan crash Wednesday evening

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Updated July 9 - 10:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

A motorcyclist has died after colliding with another vehicle in South Jordan on Wednesday evening.

X CEO Yaccarino to step down in surprise move

Jaspreet Singh, Reuters  |  Updated July 9 - 10:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Linda Yaccarino, CEO of Elon Musk-owned social platform X, said on Wednesday she would step down from the top role in a surprise move.

Federal authorities end Idaho search for suspect in kids' deaths after finding look-alike hiker

Rebecca Boone, Associated Press  |  Updated July 9 - 9:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Federal authorities in Idaho say they ended a search for a man wanted in connection with the deaths of his three daughters in Washington state because of mistaken identity.

Mayoral hopefuls in one of Utah's newest cities address development, water, short-term rentals

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted July 9 - 9:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The four mayoral hopefuls for the new city taking shape in the Ogden Valley in Weber County touched on development, water and short-term rentals at a candidate forum.

Driver killed in Utah County rollover identified as 18-year-old from Santaquin

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Updated July 9 - 8:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

An 18-year-old is dead following a rollover crash that happened Tuesday on Redwood Road in southern Utah County.

Utah WWII veteran celebrates 102nd birthday at saxophone-serenaded bash

Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com  |  Posted July 9 - 8:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

A World War II veteran, grandfather and friend, Warren Fong has made a lasting impact on everyone around him.

2 new wildfires in Millard, Summit counties shut down highways

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Updated July 9 - 8:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

A wildfire north of Scipio Lake has now reached 300 acres, closing part of southbound U.S. 50 as fire crews fight the blaze.

Senate Republicans watch to ensure green energy tax credits survive Trump's latest order

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted July 9 - 8:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A group of Senate Republicans are cautiously watching to see if a recent executive order will undo progress to temporarily preserve green energy tax credits in President Donald Trump's massive tax package.

Nature-loving Utah boy in the running to be the next national Junior Ranger

Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com  |  Posted July 9 - 7:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Lucas McCarley loves everything about the environment. Now, he has the chance to win $20,000 and meet Jeff Corwin.

Southern Utah city implements new regulations amid 'extreme low' water flows

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted July 9 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Beaver is implementing new outdoor water regulations over an "extremely short water supply" from its irrigation source.

Huntsman Cancer Institute CEO Mary Beckerle stepping down Sept. 1

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted July 9 - 6:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mary Beckerle is stepping down as CEO of Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, announcing Wednesday she would leave the position on Sept. 1.

Flash flooding that killed 3 leaves New Mexico village heartbroken, anxious as cleanup begins

Susan Montoya Bryan, Morgan Lee and Roberto Rosales, Associated Press  |  Updated July 9 - 5:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

Crews are working to clear twisted metal, broken trees and muddy debris from streets and homes a day after monsoon rains triggered a deadly flash flood in southern New Mexico.

Harrowing rescue stories emerge from Texas floods; crews search for over 160 reported missing

Sean Murphy, Nadia Lathan and John Seewer, Associated Press  |  Updated July 9 - 5:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Texas police described some of the harrowing rescues they conducted after flash floods engulfed camps and homes in the state's Hill Country.

Criminal or hero? Trial starts for Utah doc accused of selling COVID cards, destroying vaccines

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted July 9 - 5:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal trial is underway for a Utah plastic surgeon accused of throwing away vaccinations but still handing out COVID-19 vaccination cards to those who paid.

Former Utah Jazz coach Frank Layden dies at 93

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted July 9 - 4:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

Frank Layden, the former Utah Jazz head coach and team president, has died at the age of 93.

X removes posts by Musk chatbot Grok after antisemitism complaints

Daniel Trotta, Reuters  |  Posted July 9 - 4:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Social media posts on the X account of the Grok chatbot were removed on Tuesday after complaints of antisemitism from X users and the Anti-Defamation League.

Lehi mayor speaking out against proposed Point of the Mountain transit plan

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted July 9 - 4:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A proposed transit plan from the Utah Department of Transportation and the Utah Transit Authority prompted Lehi Mayor Mark Johnson to speak out across social media on Tuesday.