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Chronic absenteeism: Lawmakers from both parties pledge to get Utah kids back in class

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 9:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Last year, prior to the current academic year, the Utah State Board of Education reported that almost a quarter of Utah students were chronically absent during the 2023-2024 school year.

After community outcry, Sandy intersection has new LED lighting system

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 9:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sandy takes action to improve intersection safety after a tragedy.

Defense does not want video of Charlie Kirk assassination shown at hearing

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 8:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

Tyler Robinson, charged with killing Charlie Kirk, and his team have filed an objection to a video of Kirk's death that they expect prosecutors to show at his next hearing.

Why is the University of Utah launching a federalism/American governance initiative?

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 8:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

The University of Utah launched its "civic engagement" initiative: a presidential initiative on federalism, law and American governance, part of its strategic reinvestment. Here's why.

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9 fun Utah Valley spots where you can escape the winter cold

Utah Valley Chamber  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Valley offers plenty of activities that don't depend on the weather or even a heavy coat. In fact, some destinations require nothing more than a swimsuit.

Amazon closing Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh, concentrating on Whole Foods, grocery delivery

Anne D'innocenzio, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 28 - 7:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

Amazon said it's closing all of its Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh locations, as the online behemoth focuses on its grocery delivery, Whole Foods Market and a new "supersized" store concept.

Coping with exposure to violent videos online

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

With ongoing violence in Minnesota dominating the news, experts say a good coping skill to decrease the impact of violent online videos includes limiting your exposure to them.

Man disrupts Ilhan Omar event in Minnesota, sprays her with liquid

Kanishka Singh and Daniel Trotta, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 28 - 6:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man charged at Rep. Ilhan Omar and ​sprayed a foul-smelling liquid on her during a town hall in Minneapolis on Tuesday while she was condemning the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Markkanen returns from 7 game absence as Jazz fall to LA Clippers

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 11:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Lauri Markkanen made his return to the lineup as he poured in 19 points but the Jazz come up short at home in 115-103 loss to the Clippers.

'They punched us early': Utah women bounce back to upset No. 22 West Virginia

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 10:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

It was a different vibe Tuesday night at the Huntsman Center.

Bear Lake area pushing forward with winter tourism

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

While snow levels are low in the valley, Bear Lake Monster Winterfest organizers said there's still plenty of coverage at higher elevations. And that's why they plan to push forward.

Sergachev's goal helps lift Utah Mammoth to 4-3 win over Florida Panthers

Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 10:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mikhail Sergachev scored in the third period to put Utah ahead to stay, and the Mammoth held on for a 4-3 win over the Florida Panthers.

Why 2026 will be 'consequential' year for Salt Lake City, according to its mayor

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Updated Jan. 27 - 9:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

2026 could be a "consequential" year for Utah's capital city, Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall said in her State of the City address. These are five takeaways from her speech.

Clearfield man charged with murder in Sunday shooting death of man in Roy

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 9:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Clearfield man who had allegedly been burglarizing cars in a Roy neighborhood has been charged with murder after shooting a man who confronted him.

Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt visits Utah to urge regulations on 'amoral' AI companies

Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Golden Globe-nominated actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt appeared at the Utah Capitol to urge lawmakers to support a bill regulating artificial intelligence companies.

US judge threatens ICE chief with contempt, orders court appearance

Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 8:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

The chief judge of Minnesota's federal court ordered the ​acting chief of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to appear in court to personally ⁠explain why that agency has not complied with dozens of court ‌orders in recent weeks.

Breakthrough research suggests football players can cut brain injury risk

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 8:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

A major breakthrough in brain health research suggests that red‑light therapy could significantly protect football players from long‑term head injuries.

TikTok settles as social media giants face landmark trial over youth addiction claims

Kaitlyn Huamani and Barbara Ortutay, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 7:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

TikTok has agreed to settle in a landmark social media addiction lawsuit just before the trial kicked off, the plaintiff's attorneys confirmed.

Organ recipients, donor celebrate as Intermountain Health reaches 500 transplants last year

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Intermountain Transplant Program celebrated 515 transplants and changed lives at Intermountain Medical Center on Tuesday, where those impacted shared their experiences.

Utah students walk out, protesting against immigration crackdown

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated Jan. 27 - 7:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Students at Bingham High School in South Jordan demonstrated against the federal immigration crackdown as protesting in Utah extends to high schoolers.

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Get your own copy of 'Putting on Christ' for free: Here's how

Vescovo Buonarroti Art, LLC  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

"Putting on Christ" by author Steven Anthony Bishop seeks to inspire those who are diligent truth seekers. And for a limited time, KSL.com readers can get a free e-book version.

Defendants sentenced to prison, probation in $100M supplement fraud scheme

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 6:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

The investigation into a $100 million scheme involving fraudulent supplements has come to a close as the final defendants have been sentenced and some cases dismissed.

Congress members blast Homeland Security chief Noem; Democrats threaten impeachment

Richard Cowan and Nolan D. McCaskill, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 27 - 5:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Democratic leaders in Congress and at least two ​Republicans called for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to lose her job on Tuesday after the shooting of a second U.S. citizen by ⁠immigration agents.