Utah trust offers $10M in grant funds as it seeks to improve Great Salt Lake's hydrology

Utah's new Great Salt Lake Watershed Enhancement Trust is releasing up to $10 million in grant funds for projects that will "protect or restore wetlands and habitats" of the troubled lake.

Jury awards Florida girl burned by McDonald's Chicken McNugget $800K in damages

A South Florida jury awarded $800,000 in damages to a little girl who received second-degree burns when a hot Chicken McNugget fell on her leg as her mother pulled away from the drive-thru of a McDonald's restaurant.

How 'Oppenheimer' earned its R rating

"Oppenheimer" is possibly the most anticipated movie of 2023, but what is in it? I'm here to let you know how Christopher Nolan's latest flick earned an R rating.

NASA dropping 'scientific time capsule' from beginning of solar system into Utah desert

The most dangerous asteroid in the solar system is coming to Earth this fall — a piece of it, at least — and it will make its landing in the Utah desert.

Awash in pink, everyone wants a piece of the 'Barbie' movie marketing mania

Pink sauce on that Burger King burger? What about "Barbie-fying" your pet with sweaters and beds with Barbie motifs? Barbie-themed merchandise is expected to be a hot seller this summer.

Utah child sex offender on the run arrested by Las Vegas Metro Police

A convicted child sex offender from Utah who has been on the run for weeks is now in custody. The KSL Investigators first reported on new charges filed against Christopher Law while he was still on parole.

Osprey brood killed after power line malfunction ignites nest in Morgan County

An osprey brood died after a power line malfunction ignited a nest on top of a power pole Wednesday evening, Morgan County firefighters said.

Crumbling cookies: Crumbl dismisses lawsuit against Crave; Dirty Dough suit still open

One cookie in the Utah cookie wars has crumbled as Orem-based gourmet cookie company Crumbl dismissed its lawsuit against competitor Crave.

This Utah company shares 5 ways the right payment platform can increase profitability

To succeed in the business world, you need to work like your customers do – and that means understanding how they want to pay.

Despite uncertainty, Aggies feel ready to take on 2023 season

Utah State head coach Blake Anderson said this year feels a lot like the 2021 season, a year that commenced in uncertainty and culminated in a MWC championship.

Malice, mischief or fad? Orca experts intrigued by boat bumpings

As orcas have repeatedly rammed boats in waters off the Iberian Peninsula, experts who study the killer whales' behavior on the other side of the world believe aggression is likely not to blame for the bumpings.

Ron DeSantis to visit Utah for the 1st time after launching presidential campaign

Utah will be the next stop for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis as he campaigns to win the Republican presidential nomination next year.

Teens are using social media to diagnose themselves with ADHD, autism and more

Some people browse TikTok and Instagram for recipes, memes and colorful takes on the news. Erin Coleman says her 14-year-old daughter uses these apps to search for videos about mental health diagnoses.

Utah County restaurant owner faces felony charges for alleged sexual abuse of teen employee

The owner of a Spanish Fork restaurant was arrested Thursday and accused of forcible sexual abuse involving a 16-year-old employee.

Church announces funeral services for Sister Patricia Holland, wife of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland

Sister Patricia Holland, wife of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died Thursday after a brief hospitalization.

Have You Seen This? New Zealand upsets Norway in front of record home crowd

While most of America was sleeping, the "Football Ferns" of New Zealand rode a wave of emotion to an inspiring victory over one of the world's top teams in the Women's World Cup opener.

$18M donation brings new cancer center to Primary Children's Hospital

Primary Children's Hospital is celebrating the opening of a new space focused on children with cancer and blood disorders, and it's all thanks to an $18 million donation from a Utah family's foundations.

5 benefits of cold plunges

Cold plunges actually do provide several health benefits — whether you're an elite athlete or a couch potato.

Big 12 preview: With experience and health, could Texas Tech be league's darkhorse?

BYU and Texas Tech haven't met on the gridiron since the lone meeting between the two teams in 1940.

How Salt Lake County's newest park aims to 'bring more life' to the Jordan River

The new 25-acre Pioneer Crossing Regional Park features a playground and a small climbing area for children. It also aims to provide different ways to experience the river and its ecosystem.

Utes picked to finish 3rd in preseason Pac-12 media poll; USC favorite

The two-time reigning Pac-12 champions are not the favorite to win it all for a third straight season.

Chad Daybell's court hearing was canceled Thursday morning. Here's why

A court hearing in the Chad Daybell murder case was abruptly canceled Thursday morning.

What constipation, volunteering have to do with risk of Alzheimer's

Four takeaways from the Alzheimer's Association international conference.

Crash involving semitruck and train closes roads, rail crossings

Several railroad crossings near 80 S. Navajo Street in Salt Lake City were closed for almost two hours Thursday morning after a semitruck and freight train collided.

Senate Judiciary approves bill to impose stronger ethics standards on Supreme Court justices

The Supreme Court would have to abide by stronger ethics standards under legislation approved on Thursday by the Senate Judiciary Committee, a response to recent revelations about donor-funded trips by justices. The bill faced united opposition from Republicans.

Location unknown: KSL Investigates Utah's missing sex offenders 

The KSL Investigators analyzed Utah's sex offender registry finding hundreds of convicted sex offenders across the state are not in compliance.  

Cool Cars: Can you see WWII warplanes' influence in this unique truck?

Gregg Johnson is an artist by day, truck artist in his time off.

Utah-based Extra Space Storage merges with Life Storage in $12B deal

Extra Space Storage on Thursday completed the largest business acquisition ever by a Utah company, merging with its rival, New York-based Life Storage, in an $12-billion transaction.

Utah clinic offers new treatment for patients dealing with Long COVID

Many people are still struggling with long-term effects of COVID-19. Aspen Orthopedic Pain and Spine is offering groundbreaking treatment for people suffering for months—or even years—with long COVID.

House Speaker McCarthy denies deal with Trump to expunge impeachments

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Thursday said he did not make any promises to former President Donald Trump that he would get legislation passed that would erase Trump's two impeachments by the chamber when he was president.

Some Training Table customers left craving for the dipping sauces they never got

The Training Table restaurants all closed back in 2016, but some of their famous sauces are back on the market. Some Utah customers say they are not getting what they ordered.

'We have to help the helpers': Inside Abby Cox's mission to aid Utah's teachers

With regard to Utah's teachers, first lady Abby Cox, the wife of Gov. Spencer Cox, knew something needed to change after her husband took office in January 2021. And as a former special education teacher, she felt she was the woman to do it. 

Extreme heat strains electric grid — nuclear power will help, Rep. John Curtis says

There might not be a worse time to run out of power. 

Tornado damages Pfizer plant in North Carolina

A tornado heavily damaged a major Pfizer pharmaceutical plant in North Carolina on Wednesday, while torrential rain flooded communities in Kentucky and an area from California to South Florida endured more scorching heat.

Why your office chair is hurting your back and how to fix it

After 40 years of research, Utah-based spine experts have identified one very big culprit when it comes to back pain: your office chair.

Juul seeks US authorization for new e-cigarette

Juul Labs said on Wednesday it was seeking U.S. authorization for a new e-cigarette that has age-verification capabilities and prevents the use of unauthorized refill cartridges.

Teen rescued after being stranded overnight in Zion National Park Narrows

A southern Utah teen is recovering after being stranded overnight in The Narrows in Zion National Park, spending the night cold and alone in the canyon.

Powerball finally has a winner for its jackpot worth over $1 billion

A winning ticket has been sold in California for the Powerball jackpot worth an estimated $1.08 billion. The winning numbers for Wednesday night's drawing were 7, 10, 11, 13, 24 and red Powerball 24.

Family plans Cedar City fundraiser after toddler dies from rare brain-eating amoeba

A toddler died Wednesday of a rare condition he reportedly contracted while swimming in rural Ash Springs, Nevada. Loved ones and community members have rallied around the family and are raising funds to cover his medical and funeral expenses.

Cedar City in negotiations to buy nearly $16M in water rights

The Cedar City Council approved two water rights transactions, a likely total near $16 million.

'Everything is drying out': Provo issues fire restriction order

Provo's fire marshal has issued a fire restriction order prohibiting campfires along the city's east bench and canyons.