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The Utah Jazz's final preseason game did not go well

10/18/2024 11:55pm
The Utah Jazz played their final preseason game on Friday. Though, they may have been better off never making the trip to Portland.

Jake Retzlaff's last-gasp prayer to Darius Lassiter keeps No. 13 BYU unbeaten

10/18/2024 11:50pm
Jake Retzlaff connected with Darius Lassiter for a 35-yard touchdown with 10 seconds left, and the Cougars emerged with a 38-35 win over Oklahoma State.

South Jordan man shares his story of battle with prostate cancer

10/18/2024 10:49pm
Prostate cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Not everyone experiences symptoms, which is why it's important to get screened.

Understanding Utah's hiring struggles in a competitive job market

10/18/2024 9:24pm
With a national unemployment rate of 4.1%, Utah's August job report falls just under that with an adjusted average of 3.3%, the Department of Workforce Services reported.

Mantua residents pack town hall after arrest of 76-year-old by police chief

10/18/2024 9:02pm
Residents of Mantua packed the town hall to voice concerns over what some believe was excessive use of force by Police Chief Dakota Midkiff during the arrest of a 76-year-old.

Church of Jesus Christ sends $1M donation to the Red Cross for Hurricane Helene relief

10/18/2024 8:04pm
On Friday, the Red Cross received a $1 million donation from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to help it provide relief following Hurricane Helene.

Attorneys describe contentious separation involving slain Cottonwood Heights man

10/18/2024 7:40pm
New details have surfaced in the killing of a Utah National guardsman who police believe was killed by his estranged wife.

Firefighters, resorts rejoice after productive winter storm; freeze warnings issued

10/18/2024 7:01pm
A wintry storm that arrived in Utah was helpful for crews battling wildfires and setting up resorts for the upcoming ski season.

Museum dedicated to barbecue is opening soon in Kansas City

10/18/2024 6:49pm
Burnt ends, whole hogs, smoked brisket or dry-rub ribs? Few foods stir more debate than barbecue, and a new museum opening next year aims to look at all aspects of beloved barbecue culture.

Utah Hockey Club has already lost 2 of its top defensemen — what now?

10/18/2024 6:24pm
There might be a new sign at the Delta Center soon. Help wanted: Defenseman.

14-year-old boy killed in ATV crash in Grantsville

10/18/2024 5:54pm
A 14-year-old boy was killed when an ATV rolled in Grantsville on Friday afternoon.

A conflict between 2 men ended with a 55-year-old man being stabbed, police say

10/18/2024 5:39pm
Salt Lake City police are investigating a stabbing early Friday morning that sebt a 55-year-old man to the hospital.

2 federal agencies launch new Salt Lake program to employ Job Corps students, others

10/18/2024 5:02pm
The Department of Housing and Urban Development launched a new program in Salt Lake City. Along with Albuquerque, St. Louis and Memphis, Salt Lake City will house a new call center.

Former Utah Senate leader Ralph Okerlund dies at 72

10/18/2024 4:03pm
Ralph Okerlund, a former Utah state senator, city councilman, mayor and county commissioner, has died at age 72, according to an online obituary.

Meta releases AI model that can check other AI models' work

10/18/2024 3:34pm
The ability to use AI to evaluate AI reliably offers a glimpse at a possible pathway toward building autonomous AI agents that can learn from their own mistakes

Have You Seen This? Pumpkin pummels powerless police officer

10/18/2024 3:32pm
Dashcam footage shows a police officer in Ohio being consumed by a renegade inflated pumpkin.

Consider becoming a refugee foster parent

10/18/2024 3:00pm - SPONSORED
If you're looking for a way to get involved with Utah's refugee community, consider becoming a refugee foster parent through Catholic Community Services.

How a 142-year-old house, vacant for 3 decades, became a Salt Lake City bistro

10/18/2024 2:56pm
One of Salt Lake City's newest restaurants serves up a side of history, operating from an old home that went through extensive preservation work.

More evidence released in Trump election case

10/18/2024 2:45pm
A federal judge on Friday made public more evidence collected by prosecutors in the federal criminal case accusing former President Donald Trump of attempting to overturn his defeat in the 2020 election.

Judge grants Google request to put Play store overhaul on temporary hold

10/18/2024 2:33pm
Google said on Friday that a federal judge in California granted its request to pause his order directing the Alphabet unit to overhaul its Android app store Play by Nov. 1 to give consumers more choice over how they download software.

Pick Six Previews: Utah to get much-needed victory against familiar TCU

10/18/2024 2:03pm
Utah will want to slow down the game, win the line of scrimmage, and go ball control. TCU wants to speed up the game and spread out this injured Utah defense.

Blaze burns down a brand-new fire station in Germany that lacked fire alarms

10/18/2024 1:33pm
A brand-new fire station in Germany was destroyed in a fire that caused millions of dollars in damage and destroyed equipment. It did not have a fire alarm system, local media reported Thursday.

Brother of accused killer charged with murder in separate case

10/18/2024 1:10pm
The brother of the teen accused of fatally stabbing a Jordan High School student is now charged with murder himself in connection with the fatal shooting of a man at the Mount Olympus trailhead.

Weather won't stop some from preparing for a hunt in Wasatch County

10/18/2024 12:34pm
Dialing in your gun is a big part of preparing for a hunt. So is having a good time with your buddies.

911 caller found friend's body, thought he was the victim of bear attack. Police now say homicide

10/18/2024 12:00pm
The last time anyone heard from Dustin Kjersem was the afternoon of Oct. 10, when he climbed into his black Ford F-150 and headed to a remote campsite in the Montana wilderness.

Police arrest 17-year-old accused of shooting 19-year-old in Salt Lake City

10/18/2024 12:00pm
A 17-year-old was arrested Friday and accused of shooting his 19-year-old roommate in Salt Lake City.

'Heroic' Unified officer found justified in killing man holding gun to teen's head

10/18/2024 11:44am
A Unified police officer was legally justified in shooting and killing a man who was holding a gun to a 15-year-old girl's head and threatening to kill her in Millcreek in May.

What 2 days in 2020 tell us about Trump and religious freedom

10/18/2024 11:40am - PARTNER
There are multiple ways to tell the story of Trump and religious freedom, and how a second Trump presidency could go.

Pick Six Previews: BYU the better team on both sides of ball against Oklahoma State

10/18/2024 11:31am
BYU was projected toward the bottom of the league, Oklahoma State was a favorite, but the results halfway through the season could not have been more opposite.

Utah road rage incidents are getting worse: Here's what you can do

10/18/2024 11:30am - SPONSORED
Road rage is a serious issue that's growing worse. While not every case makes the news, here are some recent incidents that have captured public attention.

KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 8 of college football

10/18/2024 10:33am
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.

Bountiful business, Duerden's Appliance, files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy

10/18/2024 10:00am
Duerden's Appliance and Mattress, an independent appliance and mattress store in Bountiful, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

Butterball is making the worst part of cooking a Thanksgiving turkey much easier

10/18/2024 9:57am
Cooking a Thanksgiving turkey presents a host of unique challenges, including making sure it's not dry and making sure it's delicious. But thawing out a multi-pound frozen bird is the first big one.

2 arrested after fleeing from police at 189 mph, UHP says

10/18/2024 9:20am
Two men in a Dodge Charger were arrested Thursday night following a long chase in southern Utah during which troopers say the fleeing vehicle reached a speed of 189 mph.

US probes Tesla's Full Self-Driving software in 2.4M cars after fatal crash

10/18/2024 9:02am
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Friday said it was opening an investigation into 2.4 million Tesla vehicles with the automaker's Full Self-Driving software after four reported collisions, including a fatal crash.

Ogden's 12th Street to be closed over weekend for upgrade of rail crossing

10/18/2024 8:26am
Ogden's 12th Street will be closed for upgrades to the Union Pacific rail line while several Salt Lake County road sections will also face disruption due to planned work.

Utah ranks 5th among top energy-efficient states

10/18/2024 8:04am
The average American family spends $2,000 on utility bills annually, a survey finds, but could spend less by following some recommendations.

Ford's Power Promise program takes the hassle out of EV ownership

10/18/2024 8:00am - SPONSORED
If you are on the fence about getting an electric vehicle, Ford is out to put your anxieties to rest with their new Power Promise program.

West Jordan man arrested, accused of punching kitten multiple times

10/18/2024 7:42am
A West Jordan man was arrested Thursday after police say he punched a kitten multiple times, causing injuries that required the animal to be euthanized.

Hamas official confirms Sinwar's death, as Hezbollah vows a new phase of war with Israel

10/18/2024 7:01am
A top Hamas political official confirms the death of the group's leader, Yahya Sinwar, and said the militant group would not release more hostages until there is a cease-fire in Gaza.

Ruby Franke's oldest daughter speaks to Utah lawmakers on behalf of children in family vlogs

10/18/2024 6:20am
Ruby Franke's oldest daughter spoke on Utah's Capitol Hill in a meeting that aimed to address minors' involvement in social media that yield income.