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Car loan balances in Utah are among the nation's highest. Here's a way to minimize your debt

Matt Gephardt, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 13 - 8:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah drivers are carrying some of the fastest-growing car loan debt in the nation, but there is a way to help minimize the hit to your wallet.

Lapses gave Louvre thieves crucial 30-second advantage over police, inquiry finds

Louise Rasmussen, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 13 - 8:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

The burglars who robbed Paris's Louvre museum benefited from 30 ​seconds of lapses that helped ensure their getaway with France's crown jewels, an inquiry from France's culture ministry ⁠into the spectacular heist showed.

Great Salt Lake's latest species discovery gets a name fit for the lake's native history

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 13 - 7:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah researchers say that at least one of the tiny roundworm species recently found living in the Great Salt Lake is a previously undiscovered nematode species.

Jazz close strong in Memphis behind career night from Keyonte George

Keira Orton, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 11:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Jazz finished strong Friday night in Memphis, riding a career performance from Keyonte George to a 130-126 win over the Grizzlies at FedExForum.

'It's going to be pretty exciting': Red Rocks provide glimpse into upcoming season

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 11:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

As if anyone needed a reminder, the Red Rocks are pretty good at gymnastics.

Complete team performance guides Mammoth to win over Kraken

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 11:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mammoth defeated the Kraken 5-3 on Friday night as their special teams shine with Vejmelka recording 33 saves.

Student housing planned for site of abandoned 'eyesore' Provo apartment complex

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Provo apartment complex described as an "eyesore" and a "nuisance" in city documents is set to become housing for BYU students after Utah development firm Cole West announced its acquisition of the property.

Warm weather impacts elk-viewing sleigh rides in Cache Valley

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 9:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Unseasonably warm weather is changing a beloved Cache Valley tradition. Sleigh rides at Hardware Wildlife Management Area are still running, without snow, and the elk herd still in the hills.

Some Utah Republicans push back on Trump's order on AI regulation

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 9:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Several Utah Republicans have spoken out against an executive order from President Trump that aims to restrict state's abilities to regulate AI.

Utah convenience store chain provided online gambling, prescription meds, police say

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 8:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

A half dozen people were arrested Thursday following the execution of search warrants at four convenience stores in Salt Lake County looking for online gambling and illegal drug sales.

Camp Floyd's 'Spirit of the Season' shows how soldiers celebrated holidays 160 years ago

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 8:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

A holiday celebration is planned at Camp Floyd State Park to show what life was like for soldiers stationed at the former Army base back in the late 1850s.

Army sergeant to face court-martial in Georgia base shooting that wounded 5

Russ Bynum, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 7:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A U.S. Army soldier accused of shooting five people at a Georgia base in August will stand trial in a military court on charges including attempting murder, Army prosecutors said Friday.

Deaf Utah man files federal civil rights lawsuit after encounter with ICE agents outside SLCC

Eric Cabrera, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Arturo Ruvalcaba has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit alleging he was injured during an encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents outside Salt Lake Community College's Taylorsville campus.

'Devoted public servant:' Former Utah County Commissioner Tom Sakievich dies at 72

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 6:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Former Utah County Commissioner Tom Sakievich died Thursday night, according to the social media posts of several Utah politicians.

Charges dropped against BYU-Idaho student accused of kidnapping baby at Costco

Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 5:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Weeks after a BYU-Idaho student was accused of kidnapping a baby from Costco in Idaho Falls, the Bonneville County prosecutor announced Thursday afternoon that charges will be dismissed.

Emily Buss wins preference poll to replace state Sen. Daniel Thatcher of the Forward Party

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 5:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Emily Buss won a preference poll on Thursday to replace state Sen. Daniel Thatcher, of the Utah Forward Party, in Senate District 11.

Utah schools face declining enrollment: What it means for communities

Deanie Wimmer, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 4:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A recent vote to close Cedar Valley Elementary School is one of many schools in recent months at risk of closing due to a growing trend across Utah of declining enrollment.

Logan chiropractor accused of inappropriate touching

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 4:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

A chiropractor in northern Utah is facing multiple counts of forcible sexual abuse accusing him of touching two women inappropriately while giving them adjustments.

'One of the few guys who can be in the hall of fame at both schools:' Utah reacts to Kyle Whittingham stepping down

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 3:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Few people in the state of Utah know the impact Kyle Whittingham has had on the Beehive State better than current BYU head coach Kalani Sitake.

Have You Seen This? Video captures dramatic eruption of Kīlauea Volcano in Hawaii

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 3:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Kīlauea Volcano located Hawaii Volcanoes National Park in Hawaii last week began its latest eruption episode.

Got an old Utah Jazz jersey? The team is willing to trade it for a new one

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 3:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jazz owners Ryan and Ashley Smith are bringing back their jersey exchange this month, for fans looking to update their jersey for the holidays.

'Transcendent': Broadway couple creates magic in Tabernacle Choir Christmas concert

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 3:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Stephanie J. Block's and her husband Sebastian Arcelus' performance as guest artists at the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square emphasizes faith, unity and the magic of shared experiences.

'He's a legend': After 21 years, Utah's Kyle Whittingham to 'step down' as head coach

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 2:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

No football coach at the University of Utah has done more, and had more success, than Kyle Whittingham.

Trump appears in newly released photos from Epstein estate

Nolan D. McCaskill, Reuters  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 1:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Democrats on a congressional oversight panel released more than a dozen new images from the estate ​of the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, including photos of now-President Donald Trump.

Bangerter Highway reopened after shots fired during road rage incident; no injuries reported

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 1:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Northbound lanes of state Route 154 were temporarily closed after shots were fired in the area of 1800 South, according to the Utah Highway Patrol.

Transgender inmates sue Utah, claim lack of care for gender dysphoria

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 12:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

Five transgender inmates are suing the state corrections and health departments, claiming their hormone treatment has been cut off because of a new law passed earlier this year.

An owl fell into a concrete mixer in southern Utah. Thanks to caregivers, its future is bright

Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 12:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A great horned owl fell into a concrete mixer several months ago and ended up with 25% of its body covered in the thick but dry cement mess.

Springville man who fired shot during argument while high given jail time, probation

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 11:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Springville man accused of trying to kill another man during an argument while under the influence of drugs was sentenced this week to jail and probation.

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Time is running out for Congress to make health care more affordable

Utah Health Policy Project  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

As open enrollment nears its end, congress continues to debate renewing the Enhanced Premium Tax Credits make ACA Marketplace plans more affordable for over 23 million Americans and over 400,000 Utahns.

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Will Gen Z rebuild or radicalize the MAGA movement?

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 11:13 a.m.  |  Save Story

The next conservative civil war is here — and it's being led by Zoomers.

IOC decision on transgender athlete participation now expected early next year

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 11:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

An International Olympic Committee decision on how to "protect the female category" in sports competition is coming soon.

Park City brings Bonanza Flat bus back for the winter after successful seasonal launch

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 10:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

A transit-to-trail service that Park City launched for the first time this summer and fall is now being tested in the wintertime.

Yuletide at the Village brings holiday cheer and hope to Salt Lake City

Debbie Worthen, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 10:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Yuletide at the Village offers holiday shopping, food trucks, live entertainment, and a Giving Tree — all while raising funds.

Farmington man pleads guilty to stalking Salt Lake City mayor

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 9:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Davis County man pleaded guilty this month to stalking Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall after she proposed new city flags.

Charges: Couple tricked autistic man into sending $20K for fake brain surgery, coma treatment

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Massachusetts couple is charged with tricking an autistic man into sending them nearly $20,000 while he was attending school in Utah by making up several hardship scenarios.

A healthy man suffers a stroke and permanent damage after consuming numerous energy drinks

Sandee LaMotte, CNN  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 8:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

He was healthy and fit at 54, an avid runner with no vices — he didn't smoke, drink or do drugs. So when he suddenly experienced left-sided weakness, numbness and difficulties with balance, walking, swallowing and speech, a family member rushed him to a nearby stroke clinic.

Skydiver dangles at 15,000 feet after parachute catches on plane's tail in Australia

Rod Mcguirk, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 8:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

Australian accident investigators have released dramatic images showing a skydiver's parachute entangled on an airplane's tail, leaving him dangling at 15,000 feet.

Not just Utah: The West is off to its slowest snow collection start in at least 25 years

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 8:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Snowpack across the West is below or well below average, with snow cover at its lowest since satellite tracking began in 2001, a new federal report says.

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How tinnitus treatments have improved for the better

Hearing and Brain Centers of America  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Recent breakthroughs are making treatment more effective for people with hearing-related conditions.

FBI official calls antifa biggest US threat but provides few details

Jana Winter and Ted Hesson, Reuters  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 7:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

A top FBI official called the anti-fascist movement antifa ​the biggest domestic terrorism threat to the U.S. during a congressional hearing on Thursday but struggled to answer detailed questions about the unstructured campaign.

From chaos to calm: How to manage holiday stress and enjoy the season

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 7:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

The holidays can be a joyful time, but they can also bring pressure with gift lists, travel plans, financial strain and family expectations. Experts say it's important to prioritize and take care of your mental health this time of year.

Lululemon CEO McDonald to step down; shares rise 10%

Juveria Tabassum and Sanskriti Shekhar, Reuters  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 6:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

Lululemon Athletica said that CEO Calvin McDonald was leaving the company without a replacement and raised its annual profit forecast, sending ​shares up about 10% in extended trade on Thursday.

Erika Kirk calls conspiracy theories about her husband's death 'a mind virus'

Emma Pitts, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 6:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

In her first public pushback against conspiracy theories on her husband's death, Erika Kirk acknowledged that her husband was a well-known public figure but asked for grace to be extended to her and her family,

BYU women race past Idaho State for 10-1 start

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 10:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Freshman Olivia Hamlin scored a career-high 22 points with three assists and five steals, and BYU women's basketball improved to 10-1 with a 68-59 win over Idaho State.

Weber County deputies seek additional witnesses in fatal shooting during street car racing event

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Three suspected gunmen face charges stemming from a shooting during an August street car racing event. Investigators say they are looking for more witnesses.

Indiana Senate rejects Trump-backed congressional redistricting

Joseph Ax, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 11 - 10:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Indiana Senate ​on Thursday rejected a new congressional map that ⁠would have boosted Republican chances of ‌keeping control of the ⁠House of ‌Representatives in next ‍year's midterm elections.

Police seek witnesses after Saratoga Springs crash critically injures motorcyclist

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 10:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Authorities requested help in a Saratoga Springs crash investigation on Thursday.

Wreaths Across America event in SLC to honor nearly 3,000 veterans on Saturday

Joe Wirthlin, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 10:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Wreaths Across America will be holding a wreath-laying ceremony at the Salt Lake City Veterans Cemetery on Saturday to honor the graves of nearly 3,000 veterans.

US official defends critical characterization of immigrant; juvenile court papers shed light on case

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 9:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

A U.S. official is defending her critical characterization of a man seeking U.S. residency while juvenile court papers offer more insight into the matter.

Urgent call for caution amid Utah's measles surge

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 9:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

With calendars filled with holiday gatherings and 26 more residents diagnosed with measles within the last three weeks, Utah health experts are concerned that case counts may climb even higher.

'You kept him alive,' August Beckwith's mom tells homeless community after he's found

Logan Stefanich and Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Updated Dec. 11 - 9:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

August Beckwith was found on Thursday morning after being missing for nearly a month.

'Backcountry Santas' deliver Christmas to Navajo Nation families

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A group of volunteer pilots known as the Backcountry Santas took to the skies Thursday morning to deliver Christmas gifts and essential supplies to families across the Navajo Nation.

Police searching for vehicle in fatal Salt Lake hit-and-run

Curtis Booker and Daniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated Dec. 11 - 8:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake police are seeking information about a vehicle they suspect to be involved in a hit-and-run crash that left a man dead on Dec. 2.

Creekstone Energy studying nuclear power to support world's largest data center campus in Utah

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 8:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Creekstone Energy on Thursday signed a memorandum of understanding with Utah-based EnergySolutions to evaluate potential nuclear power options to support energy needs at Creekstone's planned data center campus.

DOJ again fails to revive case against NY state attorney general, sources say

Sarah N. Lynch and Andrew Goudsward, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 11 - 7:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal grand jury in Virginia again refused to indict New York state Attorney General Letitia James on Thursday on allegations of ​mortgage fraud after a judge dismissed charges against her last month.

Attorneys argue public access to murder suspect Tyler Robinson's court hearings

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated Dec. 11 - 7:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Attorneys argued Thursday over public access to court hearings for Tyler Robinson, who is charged with killing Charlie Kirk. His attorneys want cameras banned from the courtroom.

Increase in drivers passing school buses draws safety concerns in Box Elder County

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 7:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Box Elder School District says motorists are putting children at risk by passing stopped school buses along U.S. 89 in Willard and Perry, where construction has narrowed traffic to two lanes.

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Utah lawmakers can protect Utahns from radon exposure

UtahRadon.org  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Researchers are now studying whether long-term exposure to certain environmental conditions may also influence cognitive health.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia released from immigration detention following judge's ruling

Andrew Goudsward, Reuters  |  Updated Dec. 11 - 6:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

A judge on Thursday ordered the immediate release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose wrongful deportation became a flashpoint in President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.