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Film enthusiast creates Orem Film Festival to highlight local artists

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 3:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Even though Sundance Film Festival will soon be departing Utah, the excitement for film in the state doesn't have to be over. The new Orem Film Festival plans to highlight local filmmakers.

Provo man dies from fall at Glacier National Park

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 2:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Provo man died Wednesday when he fell while attempting to descend a climbing route within Glacier National Park, park rangers say.

After legal fight, honor code review, BYU QB Jake Retzlaff plans to withdraw from school

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 2:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Last year's starting quarterback plans to withdraw from the university, opening up a path to transfer without using the NCAA transfer portal, ESPN's Pete Thamel first reported.

Trump arrives in Texas to survey flood damage as questions over response swirl

Trevor Hunnicutt and Maria Alejandra Cardona, Reuters  |  Updated July 11 - 2:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump arrived in Texas on Friday to survey the damage caused by flash flooding and to meet with local officials, first responders and relatives of some of the 120 people killed in the July 4 disaster.

Devon Dampier has the 'it factor,' and Utah football hopes it will lead to winning ways

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 1:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Devon Dampier's confidence and approach to the game has been a welcomed addition to a team looking to make a big jump after missing a bowl game last season.

Grand Canyon's North Rim closed due to nearby wildfire

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 12:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

The North Rim of the Grand Canyon is closed "until further notice" as a wildfire rages in the area, park rangers announced on Thursday.

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Church of Jesus Christ sees record growth in global membership

Amy Ortiz, Deseret News   |  Posted July 11 - 12:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

Record-high convert baptisms during the past 12 months mark a milestone year for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Utah's black and white license plate is now the state's most popular, and it's bringing in millions

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted July 11 - 12:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

According to a newly released review by the Office of the Utah State Auditor, the Historic Utah plate has generated $4.5 million in revenue.

Anglers, outdoor enthusiasts argue against gate at Strawberry Reservoir marina

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 11:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Several people pushed back on an idea to install a gate on the road to Strawberry Reservoir marina to address winter issues. The Wasatch County Planning Commission tabled the idea Thursday.

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A new operation setting standards for the truck and trailer industry

Young Automotive Group  |  Posted July 11 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Young Truck and Trailer has worked to maximize their potential at its state-of-the-art facility — and set industry standards across the area.

Former sheriff's deputy charged with manslaughter in fatal southern Utah crash

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 11:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Washington County sheriff's deputy is charged with manslaughter and accused of hitting a motorcyclist head-on, killing him, while responding to a separate crash in November.

With questions at quarterback, can LJ Martin be an answer for BYU's offense?

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 10:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

With questions surrounding the BYU quarterback room and a competition for training camp, the El Paso native who ran for 718 yards and seven touchdowns may be asked to shoulder the load on offense.

Delta's newest direct flight will link Utah to South America for the first time

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utahns will soon have direct access to a new continent — for a couple of months, at least.

Security guard charged with shooting, critically injuring property owner's friend

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 9:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man working security at a Salt Lake business was charged Thursday with three felonies accusing him of shooting the property owner's long-time friend.

Stability, outdoors and quest for another Stanley Cup brought Nate Schmidt to Utah Mammoth

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 9:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

The left-handed defenseman is days removed from winning the Stanley Cup with Florida, which he described as a "euphoric" feeling that he "cannot wait for another chance at."

Obon Festival, organized by Salt Lake City's Buddhist community, returns Saturday

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 8:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

Obon Festival, organized by the Salt Lake Buddhist Temple, returns on Saturday and will feature temple tours, drum performances and traditional dancing.

Amid new reports of brownish tap water, Ogden hires water consultant for help

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted July 11 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

As new reports of brownish tap water trickle in from Ogden residents, city officials have hired a consultant to help them pinpoint what may be happening

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What that ringing in your ears might really be telling you

Hearing and Brain Centers of America  |  Posted July 11 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Whether you've been struggling with tinnitus for years or are just starting to notice symptoms, this book offers practical tools to help you improve your quality of life.

Beloved Salt Lake senior center to close after nearly 50 years

Jodi Reynosa, KSL-TV  |  Posted July 11 - 7:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Sunday Anderson Senior Center, a cherished community hub on Salt Lake City's west side, is preparing to close its doors next month after nearly five decades of service.

Rubio impersonator using AI contacted foreign ministers, cable says

Humeyra Pamuk, Reuters  |  Updated July 11 - 7:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

An individual using AI to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio contacted three foreign ministers and two U.S. officials last month, according to a diplomatic cable seen by Reuters Tuesday.

AI kingpin Nvidia crowned as first public company with a $4T valuation

Michael Liedtke, Associated Press  |  Updated July 11 - 6:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

Silicon Valley chipmaker Nvidia on Wednesday became the first publicly traded company to surpass a $4 trillion market valuation, putting the latest exclamation point on the investor frenzy surrounding an artificial intelligence boom powered by its industry-leading processors.

Ogden police say those who set off illegal fireworks, starting fire, were caught on camera

Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV  |  Posted July 11 - 6:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Investigators in Ogden said they have video of the people who set off the fireworks that sparked the 9th Street Fire, which ended up destroying a home.

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.

Wildfire near La Sal in San Juan County burning 4K acres, prompts evacuations

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Updated July 10 - 9:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

A wildfire sparked Thursday afternoon in San Juan County prompted evacuations in the community of La Sal and was burning 4,000 acres.

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.

Utah on track to have one of its driest, warmest years as half of state in severe drought

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted July 10 - 5:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

More than half of Utah is now in severe drought, but it is far from the only Western state experiencing dry conditions. Utah is on track for one of its driest and warmest years.

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.