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Utah's Olympic bidders gave golden gift to IOC leader

08/03/2024 10:32pm
After being awarded the 2034 Winter Games, Salt Lake Olympic organizers presented the International Olympic Committee president with a special gift.

Trump and Harris spar over race, identity issues

08/03/2024 9:45pm
Since Vice President Kamala Harris became the likely Democratic presidential candidate, she and her campaign have leaned into her multifaceted identity, and her voters are doing the same — kind of.

Nonwhite, lower-income teens spend more time online. Black Physicians of Utah want to help

08/03/2024 9:05pm
The Black Physicians of Utah will be tackling one of this year's hot button health issues — social media — in a back-to-school conference Aug. 17.

Celebrities show up for Utah's bid presentation for the 2034 Winter Games

08/03/2024 8:24pm
In addition to showcasing Utah's dramatic scenery and young, athletic population, the Pioneer Day pitch to bring the 2034 Winter Games to the state relied on a couple of famous residents.

Cedar City's new VA cemetery to be named Southern Utah National Cemetery

08/03/2024 7:40pm
The new U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs cemetery being constructed in the city will officially be known as the Southern Utah National Cemetery.

'Big nerd culture': Hundreds of Utah wargamers gather to battle with dice, figurines

08/03/2024 6:54pm
Over 400 are competing this weekend in Utah's largest tabletop gaming convention ever, as the hobby continues to attract new participants and foster community through local game stores.

With mission call in hand, BYU's Cooper Jones proving he can compete on Korn Ferry Tour

08/03/2024 6:31pm
Playing in his third Korn Ferry Tour event in his home state, Jones shot 5-under-par 66 Saturday to move into a tie for 18th at 14-under in the Utah Championship at Oakridge Country Club.

Gephardt wonders if you can protect yourself from scams and frauds with AI

08/03/2024 6:13pm
Americans are getting scammed and defrauded in numbers never seen before. But can using artificial intelligence help you turn the tables on fraud?

Thousands of Latter-day Saints celebrate their faith at Salt Lake conference

08/03/2024 5:10pm
The Utah YSA conference is a two-day event aimed at cultivating a sense of belonging in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as strengthening faith in Jesus Christ.

Thrifty shoppers throng as Shein opens first pop-up store in South Africa

08/03/2024 4:48pm
Reneilwe Malahlela was one of almost a hundred shoppers queuing at the opening of Shein's first pop-up store in South Africa on Friday, keen to check out clothes and accessories often selling for the equivalent of less than $10 each.

Sen. Mike Lee asks, when does Secret Service indifference become intent to harm Trump?

08/03/2024 4:09pm
Sen. Mike Lee commented on new revelations about security failures leading up to the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.

Kearns homeowner voices concern about speeding; city to add safety improvements

08/03/2024 3:42pm
A Kearns homeowner is voicing concerns about speeding in her neighborhood after a serious crash damaged nearby cars Thursday.

Garage trifecta: Audi TT RS, Acura NSX, Lexus GS300

08/03/2024 3:18pm - PARTNER
These uniquely colored, finely tuned machines are a blast to drive — even more so with some fast friends along for the ride.

Have You Seen This? Miami airport gets slimed

08/03/2024 3:03pm
Was this an over-the-top marketing ploy for a Nickelodeon? Or a visit from Slimer of "Ghostbusters" fame?

Dateline podcast focuses on young filmmaker who vanished in Idaho nearly 6 years ago

08/03/2024 2:21pm
A national podcast is taking a closer look at the disappearance of a filmmaker who vanished in central Idaho nearly six years ago.

Trump and Vance return to Georgia days after a Harris event in the same arena

08/03/2024 1:22pm
Former President Donald Trump is returning to Georgia to campaign in a state that both Democrats and Republicans see as up for grabs yet again.

'Crisis of trust': Park City school board divided on superintendent's contract

08/03/2024 12:19pm
A petition has been started urging the Park City School District's board to leave the decision of renewing district Superintendent Jill Gildea's contract in the hands of the incoming school board.

You've seen the book, now get it for free

08/03/2024 11:30am - SPONSORED
"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.

What would a Kamala Harris presidency mean for religious freedom?

08/03/2024 11:20am - PARTNER
Does Vice President Kamala Harris support religious freedom? The answer depends on how you define it — and which Americans you're most worried about.

Utah State AD says she wants change to culture of football program

08/03/2024 11:01am
The Aggies started fall camp this week.

Aerosmith retires from touring, citing permanent damage to Steven Tyler's voice

08/03/2024 10:51am
Aerosmith says Steven Tyler's voice has been permanently damaged by a vocal cord injury last year and the band will no longer tour.

1 hospitalized, 1 arrested following Tooele shooting, police chase

08/03/2024 10:33am
One person was hospitalized with a gunshot wound early Saturday and one person was arrested following a police chase and crash in Tooele County.

Cultural echoes: Japantown's historic churches lie in the path of urban revitalization

08/03/2024 10:12am
It's hard to spot the small, red brick Japanese Church of Christ in downtown Salt Lake City in the shadow of the massive Delta Center.

Idaho prosecutor says he'll seek death penalty against inmate accused of killing while on the lam

08/03/2024 9:39am
An Idaho prosecutor says he will seek the death penalty against an Idaho inmate charged with killing a man while he was on the lam during a 36-hour escape from prison.

Simone Biles captures her 7th Olympic gold medal by winning women's vault for 2nd time

08/03/2024 9:36am
Simone Biles earned her seventh Olympic gold medal, soaring to victory in the women's vault final.

Utah's Pacific Islander community hosting numerous activities to mark heritage month

08/03/2024 9:07am
August is Utah Pacific Island Heritage Month, and many activities, including a kick-off event on Saturday, are slated during the month.

Salt Lake City pastry chef excited to share his French culture, cuisine during Olympics

08/03/2024 8:37am
The man behind some of Salt Lake City's most well-known desserts is really excited about the Summer Games in his home country.

Osprey crash caused by cracks in a gear and pilot decision to keep flying, Air Force says

08/03/2024 8:02am
The Air Force said Thursday a deadly Osprey aircraft crash last November off Japan was caused by cracks in a metal gear and the pilot's decision to keep flying instead of heeding multiple warnings that he should land.

Hilldale man creates product to rid world of 'sticker burrs'

08/03/2024 7:15am
When Stacy Stubbs moved to his new home and the yard was riddled with sticker burrs, he knew he had to do something. So, he created something to rid the world of the noxious seeds.