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'This one hurts': Utah gives up 2-goal lead in 4-2 loss to Vegas

11/15/2024 11:11pm
One thing was clear on Friday night: Not all hockey fans in Utah have converted to the state's new team.

Black bear sightings are on the rise in Zion National Park, officials say

11/15/2024 10:42pm
Sightings of black bears have reportedly increased this year at Zion National Park. The park is cautioning visitors to watch out for them.

Navy didn't understand well-documented risks posed by fuel tanks, watchdog says

11/15/2024 10:17pm
A U.S. military watchdog says Navy officials lacked sufficient understanding of the risks of maintaining massive fuel storage tanks on top of a drinking water well at Pearl Harbor, where spilled jet fuel poisoned more than 6,000 people.

Pristine, rare Babe Ruth card dazzles collectors

11/15/2024 10:06pm
A rare, 91-year-old Babe Ruth card that once sold for a penny could fetch more than a million dollars on the auction block this month, as a coveted piece of baseball history goes up for grabs.

12-year-old boy gives up Christmas gifts to make Grinch bears for sick kids

11/15/2024 9:52pm
Gavin Reeve, 12, is determined to make dozens of Grinch-themed teddy bears for children facing medical conditions.

TV funnyman Conan O'Brien is tapped to host next Oscars

11/15/2024 9:49pm
Conan O'Brien has been picked to host the Oscars on March 2, 2025. It will be his first time as Oscar host, but he's hosted other high-profile awards shows.

Disagreeing with dignity: Salt Lake School District hopes to be nation's first 'dignity district'

11/15/2024 9:21pm
The Salt Lake City School District is pushing to make strides to foster respect, reduce hate, strengthen community and encourage civic responsibility through a Unity Summit Friday.

NCAA women's soccer: BYU eliminated by No. 11 Santa Clara's 2nd-half stunner

11/15/2024 9:18pm
Tori Powell scored the lone goal of the match with 20 minutes to play to lift the 11th-ranked Broncos to a 1-0 win over eighth-seeded BYU at South Field.

Idaho LDS congregation recognizes 92-year-old woman for indexing 1 million names

11/15/2024 8:45pm
Marilyn Clement feels overwhelmed after being recognized for doing family history work. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints awarded the 92-year-old woman for indexing one million names.

T-Mobile hacked in massive Chinese breach of telecom networks, sources say

11/15/2024 7:44pm
T-Mobile's network was among the systems hacked in a damaging Chinese cyber-espionage operation that gained entry into multiple U.S. and international telecommunications companies, The Wall Street Journal reported Friday.

Volleyball players sue Mountain West Conference to prevent athlete from participating in tourney

11/15/2024 7:06pm
A Utah State University athlete is part of a new lawsuit against the Mountain West Conference, seeking to prevent a player whom the lawsuit claims is transgender from tournament participation.

NCAA women's soccer: Aggies eliminated on penalties by Washington in tournament opener

11/15/2024 6:40pm
Alysia Butters converted a penalty for Utah State, which faced the same backup goalkeeper that made three saves in toppling No. 17 Iowa in the quarterfinals of the Big Ten tournament back on Nov. 2.

'I told y'all he was good': Jordan Clarkson's early praise of Kyle Filipowski is looking prophetic

11/15/2024 6:31pm
Kyle Filipowski is looking like the most promising of Utah's recent draft picks

Jury trial set for man extradited from Scotland on rape charges

11/15/2024 6:04pm
A jury trial has been set in April for Nicholas Rossi in his Salt Lake County case, although his attorney said she is still trying to negotiate a plea deal.

Utah charities in need of food, money donations to give families Thanksgiving meals

11/15/2024 5:11pm
Just two weeks before Thanksgiving, there's a dire need for food donations in Utah.

2 accused of damaging 27 locations during Salt Lake vandalism spree

11/15/2024 4:33pm
Two men are accused of driving around Salt Lake City and using an air gun to damage windows at 27 locations.

Salt Lake County audit finds gaps in oversight, potential violations of purchasing policy

11/15/2024 4:06pm
The Salt Lake County auditor is recommending the county update policies after a report found several instances of noncompliance when purchasing items online and using proprietary credit cards.

Utah's public colleges may face budget cuts in 2025

11/15/2024 4:05pm
A struggle pitting Utah state lawmakers against higher education leaders could be developing in the weeks leading up to the 2025 legislative general session.

Have You Seen This? Police save man from submerged car

11/15/2024 3:30pm
A man who accidentally drove his car into a swimming pool has a quick-acting police officer to thank for saving his life.

Tacoma, Wash., man charged in 2022 fatal crash in southern Utah

11/15/2024 3:20pm
A 40-year-old Washington state man was charged Friday with automobile homicide and accused of crashing into the back of a car ahead of him in southern Utah in 2022.

New Hampshire shelter faces enor-mouse problem after man surrenders nearly 1,000 rodents

11/15/2024 2:46pm
A New Hampshire animal shelter has an enor-mouse problem on its hands. A man arrived Monday saying he wanted to give up 150 mice. But then he clarified: 150 containers of mice, not individual critters.

Texas court says execution in 'shaken baby syndrome' case can't be halted by subpoena

11/15/2024 2:42pm
The Texas Supreme Court ruled that a legislative subpoena cannot be used to stop an execution, putting a decisive end to a legal battle that halted the scheduled execution of Robert Roberson last month.

1 arrested after shot fired during road rage confrontation in restaurant parking lot

11/15/2024 1:36pm
A man was arrested Thursday after police say he fired a round in a South Jordan Chick-fil-A parking lot following a road rage incident.

Edinburgh Zoo blames fireworks for death of baby red panda

11/15/2024 1:28pm
Zookeepers have blamed fireworks on the annual Bonfire Night celebrations for the death of a baby red panda named Roxie.

Pick Six Previews: Utah's defense to hold firm, but Colorado has an NFL QB

11/15/2024 1:09pm
There are two strong defenses, but one team has NFL talent at quarterback, while the other has injuries and a limited playbook.

Proposed tax hike in Cache County draws ire from residents at packed hearing

11/15/2024 12:35pm
Residents flooded the Cache County council chambers Tuesday to protest a possible property tax increase that officials say is necessary to cover a $7 million shortfall.

Draper aquarium inviting public to meet, name new zebra shark

11/15/2024 12:00pm
The Loveland Living Planet Aquarium is welcoming its newest resident — a beautiful zebra shark — with a naming contest.

Diljeet Taylor and the power of believing

11/15/2024 11:43am - PARTNER
The phrase "I believe in you" has become the cornerstone of Diljeet Taylor's coaching, and it's made a difference in the lives of her athletes at BYU.

Utah brothers' pillow uses science and common sense to help people sleep better

11/15/2024 11:30am - SPONSORED
Utah brothers, Peter and Mark, created a pillow that is fully adjustable. It's like building your own pillow from the ground up.

3 officers found justified in shooting, killing armed Riverton man

11/15/2024 11:24am
Three officers were legally justified in shooting and killing a Riverton man after he pointed what appeared to be a real gun at the officers, the district attorney announced Friday.

Las Vegas man sentenced to 30 years for dark web drug trade, ordered to pay $20M

11/15/2024 10:55am
A Las Vegas man who sold over 300,000 oxycodone pills across "virtually every state" was sentenced to prison and ordered to pay millions Wednesday, after a Utah woman says she almost died from an overdose in 2018.

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

11/15/2024 10:27am
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.

Green turf, red tape: Salt Lake City man fights the city to keep his artificial turf

11/15/2024 10:16am
A Salt Lake City resident thought he was doing his part to conserve water when he replaced his front lawn with artificial grass. But now the city is telling him the turf must go.

Bluesky has added 1 million users since the US election as people seek alternatives to X

11/15/2024 10:02am
Social media platform Bluesky has gained 1 million new users in the week since the U.S. election. The social media site said Wednesday its total users have jumped to 15 million.

Pick Six Previews: With undefeated streak intact, BYU to add to it against Kansas

11/15/2024 9:02am
With three remaining Big 12 games, if BYU wins two they are guaranteed a trip to Dallas. They will knock one off the to-do list here Saturday night.

Plenty of claims but no proof at latest UFO congressional hearing

11/15/2024 8:39am
A retired Navy Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet said his belief in unexplained aerial phenomena was confirmed nine years ago. A former Defense Department official provided written testimony, claiming a government-led coverup.

Southern Utah serial fraudster accused of bilking $20K from elderly homeowner, police say

11/15/2024 8:17am
Charges continue to mount for an accused serial fraudster tied to several cases involving theft, deception and extortion, including the most recent case involving an elderly resident.

Man faces lengthy recovery after 50-foot fall down Iron County mine

11/15/2024 8:02am
A man who fell 50 feet down an Iron County mineshaft is still facing a lengthy recovery, and his wife is hoping the community will continue to show its support.

Open enrollment time: 6 tips to help you select the right health insurance for your family

11/15/2024 8:00am - SPONSORED
The open enrollment period for health insurance is here and offers individuals and families until the opportunity to secure health coverage for the upcoming year. The deadline to complete your selection is Dec. 15.

Utah's delegation reacts to cabinet picks for President elect-Donald Trump

11/15/2024 7:26am
President-elect Donald Trump rocked the Republican-controlled Senate this week with a string of unorthodox Cabinet picks.

Kraft Heinz must face Mac & Cheese lawsuit, judge rules

11/15/2024 7:00am
A federal judge said Kraft Heinz must face a proposed nationwide class action alleging that it defrauded consumers by claiming its Kraft macaroni and cheese, one of its best-known products, contains no artificial preservatives.

1 injured, 4 families displaced after Midvale apartment fire

11/15/2024 6:26am
One person was injured, and four families were displaced from their homes, after a Midvale apartment building caught fire early Friday, according to the Unified Fire Authority.

Forecasters warn of slick roads hitting Utah with upcoming storm

11/15/2024 6:15am
Forecasters are urging drivers across Utah to prepare for wet roads from Friday to Saturday, especially in the mountains.