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GOP lawmakers 'reply all' to defend Rep. Trevor Lee's comments about congressional candidate

Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 10:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Several Republican lawmakers defended Utah state Rep. Trevor Lee in a series of emails after a constituent wrote to them asking the Legislature to censure the Layton Republican for comments he made online.

Missing woman found dead in southern Utah

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 9:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

A missing woman was found dead in Washington County early Wednesday.

Man with gang ties arrested in connection with double killing in Salt Lake church parking lot

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 8:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man has been arrested after police say has not cooperated with their investigation into a shootout in a Salt Lake church parking lot that resulted in two men being killed.

Denmark and Greenland to face Vance in high-stakes White House meeting

Jacob Gronholt-Pedersen, Tom Little and Gwladys Fouche, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 8:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers will meet Vice President JD Vance at the White House, as President Donald Trump reiterated his demand that Washington must ​take control of Greenland.

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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 Jan. 14 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

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

Salt Lake utilities workers modify plan, choose 'biofilter' over 'biotower' to address sewage gases

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 7:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

Instead of a 30-foot biotower, Salt Lake City officials have gone with a smaller biofilter. But some residents are still concerned.

Man robbed West Jordan bank, then bought food and left stolen money as tip, police say

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Police say a man robbed a West Jordan bank Monday, then used the money to buy a meal and left the rest as a tip.

DOJ handling of Minnesota shooting probe prompts prosecutor departures, sources say

Andrew Goudsward and Mike Spector, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 14 - 6:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

At least a dozen federal prosecutors have indicated plans to leave the Justice Department over the Trump administration's ​handling of the fatal shooting of a Minnesota woman by an immigration officer.

Utah massage therapist charged with sexually abusing a third woman

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 6:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

A massage therapist charged last year with abusing two clients is now facing additional charges accusing him of sexually abusing a third woman.

Salt Lake County leaders commit to reconstruction of senior center

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 6:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Construction of a Salt Lake senior center will continue despite previous consideration to pull its budget, the county's mayor said.

Lineup changes spark Mammoth's 6-1 victory over Maple Leafs

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 12:09 a.m.  |  Save Story

After swapping Dylan Guenther and Daniil But between the second and third lines, the Utah offense exploded for six goals, with Guenther totaling 3 points and But adding 2 points.

'Step it up': Group packs Salt Lake City meeting, calls on leaders to resist ICE

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 10:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Over 100 residents showed up to Salt Lake City's first meeting of the year to voice their concerns about Immigration and Customs Enforcement and any potential ties with the city.

Amber Alert marks 30 years of saving lives in Utah and nationwide

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 9:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tuesday marked the 30th anniversary of the Amber Alert, sent when a child is in imminent danger, and officials say the program continues to save lives in Utah and around the country.

BTS announce first world tour since returning from mandatory military service: See the dates

Maria Sherman, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 9:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The K-pop sensation BTS announced their comeback with a new world tour on Tuesday, which kicks off in South Korea in April and runs through March 2027 with over 70 dates.

Why Utah's Senate president says the fight over Prop 4 is bigger than redistricting

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 8:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

The ongoing legal fight over Utah's congressional maps that has dominated headlines in recent months is shaping up to be a major issue in the upcoming legislative session.

FDA requests removal of suicide warnings from weight-loss drug labels

Mariam Sunny, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 8:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. health regulator asked drugmakers on Tuesday to remove warnings about a potential ​risk of suicidal thoughts from widely used GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, including Novo Nordisk's Wegovy and Eli Lilly's Zepbound.

Mobile clinic strives to help homeless in Ogden with nonemergency needs

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 7:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Ogden Fire Department's new mobile outreach clinic began its service this week, aimed at homeless populations around the city, especially those who don't go to area shelters.

Charges: South Ogden man shot 2 neighbors, fired at daughter and police due to 'internal anger'

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

A South Ogden man faces attempted aggravated murder charges after allegedly shooting and injuring two neighbors, killing their dog, and firing at his daughter and officers.

Measles cases surpass 200 in Utah

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 6:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah measles cases have risen to 201, with the southwest portion of the state seeing the majority of the infections.

With eyes on top-15 showdown Saturday, BYU focused on upstart TCU

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 6:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Horned Frogs are on a two-game slide after nonconference wins over No. 19 Florida and Wisconsin, and feature the return of former BYU and Utah Valley guard Tanner Toolson.

Eagle Mountain man, 34, identified as victim of auto-pedestrian crash involving UHP trooper

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 5:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Police have identified a man who was hit and killed in a crash involving a Utah Highway Patrol trooper last week in Eagle Mountain.

There's a new 'driver' in Great Salt Lake water. Will Utah target it next?

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 5:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah lawmakers say conservation will continue to be a "key component" in helping get water to the Great Salt Lake, which may influence new legislation in 2026.

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Utah Auto Expo returns this weekend with cars, test drives and exotics

Jason Bell, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 4:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Whether you're car shopping or car gawking, the annual Auto Expo has something you'll want to check out.