Why are Yale, Harvard dropping out of US News' law school rankings?

Two of the nation's top law schools, Yale and Harvard universities, have announced they are withdrawing from U.S. News and World Report's annual rankings of the nation's best law schools.

Jazz snap losing streak with 134-133 win over Suns

Mountain Mike. Mountain Markkanen. Mountain Malik. Purple was back Friday night at Vivint Arena, and so was the mountain mojo of this year's Utah Jazz.

Safety feature or distraction? Debate over kid-tracking watches in the classroom

A mom says it's about safety. Her school says it's a distraction. Where is the line when it comes to smartwatches in the classroom? KSL's Matt Gephardt investigates.

'You broke my heart': Mother of manslaughter victim addresses man who pleaded guilty to 2020 killing

They waited two years for their day in court. To face the man convicted of manslaughter. To release their frustrations. To tell the judge what the sentence should be.

2 men charged in catalytic converter thefts at University of Utah

Two men accused of cutting out catalytic converters and breaking into at least one car at the University of Utah now face numerous criminal charges.

Senior day, bowl game motivating BYU in home finale against Utah Tech

Beat the Trailblazers, who are still in the middle of a transition to Division I, and the Cougars will receive a bowl destination to Hawaii, or New Mexico — maybe Texas or Alabama.

I knew you were trouble when you logged in: Taylor Swift calls Ticketmaster fiasco 'excruciating'

Taylor Swift spoke out Friday about the ticketing debacle that took place this week, as many fans were unable to purchase tickets for her upcoming tour on Ticketmaster.

Modern car conveniences we're thankful for

In just a few decades, modern conveniences have changed everyday vehicles from utilitarian to palatial. KSL Cars looks at some upgrades to be grateful for.

University of Utah, US Air Force strike historic education partnership

The University of Utah College of Engineering on Friday signed a historic educational partnership with the U.S. Air Force and Hill Air Force Base.

Dangerous lake-effect snow paralyzes parts of New York

A dangerous lake-effect snowstorm paralyzed parts of western and northern New York, with more than 3 feet of snow already on the ground in some places and authorities reporting the deaths of two people stricken while clearing snow.

What to know if you've applied for student loan forgiveness

President Joe Biden's plan to provide up to $20,000 in federal student loan forgiveness has been blocked by two federal courts. That's left millions of borrowers wondering what happens next.

Review: Is 'Disenchanted' a worthy sequel?

There were some things that made "Disenchanted" magical and some other things that really left me wishing I was watching the original.

Project to increase solar power on Salt Lake's west side just got funding boost

American Express money going to refine Rocky Mountain Power's battery incentive program to better serve people of color, including an energy fund that would expand access to solar energy.

'Momentous': Feds advance largest dam demolition in history

U.S. regulators approved a plan to demolish four dams on a California river and open up hundreds of miles of salmon habitat that would be the largest dam removal and river restoration project in the world when it goes forward.

Payson man now charged with sexually abusing 7 children in 2 counties

A Payson man now faces 17 felonies accusing him of sexually abusing seven children in two counties and threatening at gunpoint to kill one of the girls if she ever told anyone about the abuse.

Have You Seen This? Creative ways to pass chocolates

Australian brothers Thomas and Jonathan have come up with creative ways to pass each other chocolate Tim Tams to dip into their glasses of milk.

Walking in Ogden's Christmas village winter wonderland

Throughout the month of December, visitors to Ogden's Christmas Village can find themselves in a dazzling winter wonderland.

Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation signs Utah hunting, fishing agreement

The agreement covers both combination licenses as well as big game and other permits and takes into account treaties the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation had before Utah became a state.

2 construction workers hospitalized after explosion at Salt Lake airport

Two people were hospitalized with burns after a container exploded at a construction site east of Concourse B at the Salt Lake City International Airport Friday.

Coroner: Idaho students were stabbed to death in their beds

Four University of Idaho students who were found dead in a rental house last Sunday were stabbed to death in their beds and likely were asleep when the attacks occurred, according to Latah County Coroner Cathy Mabbutt.

Utah Food Bank asks for help feeding 'record levels' of Utahns in need

In this time of giving, Utah Food Bank is encouraging Utahns to donate as much as they can to help the "record levels of need for food assistance" across the state.

'We're leaving as fast as we can': University of Idaho in unease days after killing of 4 students

Five days after four University of Idaho students were found stabbed in their off-campus home, apprehension and grief shrouds the community as authorities work to identify a suspect.

Fire destroys family home on ranch in Duchesne County

A Duchesne County family lost the home they've lived in for several generations, where they also run a farm business, to a fire earlier this month.

How hard is it to ride a Onewheel? And are they safe for kids?

Onewheels have officially gone mainstream. But how safe are they?

Should COVID-19 pandemic emergency end? Senate, president disagree

It's time to end a federal COVID-19 pandemic emergency declaration first put in place nearly three years ago by then-President Donald Trump, the U.S. Senate has decided.

US Justice Department appoints special counsel for Trump probes

The U.S. Justice Department has named a special counsel to handle its investigations into former President Donald Trump, a senior Justice Department official said on Friday.

Holmes gets more than 11 years in prison for Theranos scam

A federal judge on Friday sentenced disgraced Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes to more than 11 years in prison for duping investors in the failed startup that promised to revolutionize blood testing but instead made her a symbol of Silicon Valley's culture of audacious self-promotion.

Advocates share message after 3-year-old kills self with unsecured gun

A toddler got ahold of a gun and shot himself, and gun violence prevention advocates are worried.

The test Lee and McMullin didn't know they were taking

Panel says we need to root out divisiveness and contempt, not just in our politics, but in ourselves and our families.

Utah's economy stays strong amid national decline

Utah's economy and labor supply is performing strongly due to its growing population compared to the national average of decline, a state economist said. Utah's unemployment rate for October is 2.1%.

Bowl or bust? What to make of Utah State's senior night game against San Jose State

Is the game about a streaking Aggies team aspiring for coveted bowl eligibility? Or a program already eliminated from conference contention trying to surpass mediocrity?

Western US cities, including Salt Lake, to remove decorative grass amid drought

Thirty water agencies that supply cities across the western United States are pledging to rip up lots of decorative grass to conserve water in the over-tapped Colorado River.

KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 12 of college football

Each week, we'll release the KSL.com sports staff picks for you to see. Can you do a better job than us? Probably, but that's the fun of it all.

How waving down a stranger changed the life of a vet with hearing loss

Thursday was the day Keith Bench wasn't sure would ever come. Finally, he wasn't going to feel left out anymore simply because he couldn't hear well.

Taylorsville day care employee arrested, accused of abusing young boy

A Taylorsville day care employee has been arrested and accused of causing injuries to a boy that included a broken tooth.

Pick Six Previews: BYU to clinch bowl game and send seniors out on high note

The Cougars will clinch a bowl bid and send off their large senior class with a win.

Man once convicted in prostitution ring case now accused of paying teen for sex

A Utah man convicted more than 10 years ago amid allegations that he was running a prostitution ring was arrested Thursday and accused of paying an underage girl for sex.

North Korea test-fires ICBM with range to strike entire US

North Korea has fired an intercontinental ballistic missile that landed near Japanese waters in its second major weapons test this month that showed a potential ability to launch nuclear strikes on all of the U.S. mainland.

Is there a turkey shortage? How much will Thanksgiving cost?

First of all, remain calm. Despite a spate of breathless headlines about apocalyptic shortages, chances are good you will have no problem finding a turkey for Thanksgiving this year.

5 reasons supporting small businesses (especially during the holidays) helps your community

Supporting small businesses isn't just a thoughtful thing to do — it's one of the best ways to support your local community.

2 Utah couples feel targeted after pride flag theft, vandalism

Two gay couples in Utah feel unsafe after their pride flags were vandalized from their homes.

More Twitter workers flee after Musk's 'hardcore' ultimatum

Twitter is continuing to bleed engineers and other workers after its new owner Elon Musk gave them a choice: either pledge to "hardcore" work or resign with severance pay.

Slain Idaho students leave behind bright memories, big goals

The four University of Idaho students who were stabbed to death near campus last weekend were more than just college students and crime victims.

Free air purifiers are available for Utah schools to help with dirty air, RSV

It doesn't take a website or a special device to see how dirty Utah's air can be. But some parents, like Brad Plotow, might notice it more than others.