California Congresswoman Sara Jacobs to join Utah Dems for town hall in Sandy

Still trying to chart a new path to electoral success in deep-red Utah, the state Democratic party is hosting a California congresswoman as part of the national party's efforts to hold town halls in Republican districts.

X CEO Yaccarino to step down in surprise move

Linda Yaccarino, CEO of Elon Musk-owned social platform X, said on Wednesday she would step down from the top role in a surprise move.

Federal authorities end Idaho search for suspect in kids' deaths after finding look-alike hiker

Federal authorities in Idaho say they ended a search for a man wanted in connection with the deaths of his three daughters in Washington state because of mistaken identity.

Motorcyclist dies in South Jordan crash Wednesday evening

A motorcyclist has died after colliding with another vehicle in South Jordan on Wednesday evening.

Mayoral hopefuls in one of Utah's newest cities address development, water, short-term rentals

The four mayoral hopefuls for the new city taking shape in the Ogden Valley in Weber County touched on development, water and short-term rentals at a candidate forum.

Utah WWII veteran celebrates 102nd birthday at saxophone-serenaded bash

A World War II veteran, grandfather and friend, Warren Fong has made a lasting impact on everyone around him.

2 new wildfires in Millard, Summit counties shut down highways

A wildfire north of Scipio Lake has now reached 300 acres, closing part of southbound U.S. 50 as fire crews fight the blaze.

Senate Republicans watch to ensure green energy tax credits survive Trump's latest order

A group of Senate Republicans are cautiously watching to see if a recent executive order will undo progress to temporarily preserve green energy tax credits in President Donald Trump's massive tax package.

Nature-loving Utah boy in the running to be the next national Junior Ranger

Lucas McCarley loves everything about the environment. Now, he has the chance to win $20,000 and meet Jeff Corwin.

Southern Utah city implements new regulations amid 'extreme low' water flows

Beaver is implementing new outdoor water regulations over an "extremely short water supply" from its irrigation source.

Huntsman Cancer Institute CEO Mary Beckerle stepping down Sept. 1

Mary Beckerle is stepping down as CEO of Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, announcing Wednesday she would leave the position on Sept. 1.

Harrowing rescue stories emerge from Texas floods; crews search for over 160 reported missing

Texas police described some of the harrowing rescues they conducted after flash floods engulfed camps and homes in the state's Hill Country.

Criminal or hero? Trial starts for Utah doc accused of selling COVID cards, destroying vaccines

A federal trial is underway for a Utah plastic surgeon accused of throwing away vaccinations but still handing out COVID-19 vaccination cards to those who paid.

Former Utah Jazz coach Frank Layden dies at 93

Frank Layden, the former Utah Jazz head coach and team president, has died at the age of 93.

X removes posts by Musk chatbot Grok after antisemitism complaints

Social media posts on the X account of the Grok chatbot were removed on Tuesday after complaints of antisemitism from X users and the Anti-Defamation League.

Lehi mayor speaking out against proposed Point of the Mountain transit plan

A proposed transit plan from the Utah Department of Transportation and the Utah Transit Authority prompted Lehi Mayor Mark Johnson to speak out across social media on Tuesday.

Hundreds of thousands of children have Type 1 diabetes. Now, there's a Barbie who has it, too

The latest Barbie slays in a chic blue polka-dot crop top, ruffled miniskirt, chunky heels and an insulin pump. She is the brand's first doll with Type 1 diabetes.

Have You Seen This? Missouri street buckles sending auto into the air

A street in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, buckled in dramatic fashion due to extreme heat as a car approached, sending the auto into the air.

Utah's housing costs remained high in 2024. Here's where it ranks nationally

Utah's median home cost hasn't changed much since 2022, but prices still remain high compared to the national average, a new report finds.

One Ukrainian singer's American dream

Yuliya Tymochko, a runner-up for Ukrainian "Voice," dreamed of the big stage and coming to America. Her dreams came true, just not how she imagined.

A good shower is a simple shower, no matter what influencers recommend

You may be seeing elaborate shower cleansing routines on social media, but dermatologists say it's all mostly unnecessary.

Judge sets execution date for Ralph Menzies for 1986 murder, despite appeal

Third District Judge Matthew Bates signed an execution warrant for Ralph Menzies Wednesday, setting the date for Sept. 5. Menzies' attorneys have filed a petition and an appeal.

Driver survives fiery crash that sparks multiple brush fires in Murray

A driver is lucky to be alive after a fiery crash Monday evening that not only destroyed their vehicle but also sparked several brush fires and shut down a major roadway in Murray.

Sandy couple charged with attempted murder of 3-year-old girl

A Sandy couple is facing attempted murder and other charges accusing him of severely abusing his girlfriend's daughter and her of not contacting authorities.

AI kingpin Nvidia crowned as first public company with a $4T valuation

Silicon Valley chipmaker Nvidia on Wednesday became the first publicly traded company to surpass a $4 trillion market valuation, putting the latest exclamation point on the investor frenzy surrounding an artificial intelligence boom powered by its industry-leading processors.

Kyle Whittingham: Jason Beck will have 'complete autonomy' as offense looks to improve

Kyle Whittingham is not satisfied with how last season ended, and it's largely why he came back to coach for another season.

How a Provo boy became one of the youngest chiefs of staff in U.S. Senate history

The youngest chief of staff in the U.S. Senate says he rocketed from Utah to Washington, D.C., relying on the principle, "Say yes to everything."

Rose Park field featured in 'The Sandlot' renamed to honor longtime supporter

Salt Lake City renamed an iconic Rose Park ballpark featured in "The Sandlot" after a longtime supporter who died earlier this year.

7 reasons smart buyers are choosing co-ownership in 2025

When you use a professionally managed platform like Fraxioned, you enjoy all the benefits of homeownership without the burden of maintenance, scheduling, or upkeep.

Utah dance studio owner charged with sexually abusing young students

A dance instructor who used to own a studio in Cottonwood Heights was charged Wednesday with sexually abusing young dancers, dating back to 2019.

Guard shoots, critically injures man who he says had been messing with him

A man working as security for a Salt Lake business has been arrested and accused of shooting another man whom he said had been messing with him for two years.

New! Discover what's happening in Utah with KSL Events calendar

Always missing out on the fun stuff? Not anymore. The new KSL Events calendar can help you keep tabs on things to do in Utah — before they happen.

4-year-old girl found wandering alone in Taylorsville; child's aunt arrested

A Taylorsville woman was arrested Tuesday after police say a 4-year-old girl she was supposed to be watching was found wandering around and no one reported her missing for hours.

St. George man fired more than 150 rounds at officers in standoff, police say

A dangerous standoff in St. George on Tuesday ended when the suspected gunman's home became engulfed in flames. Police say he fired 150 rounds at officers.

STEM camp focuses on teens who may be first-generation college grads

A science-focused camp at Utah State University is working to help kids who may be the first members in their families to go to college have an interest in higher education.

Quarterbacks loom large in Big 12 — except at BYU, where another competition awaits

The league boasts nine teams that return quarterbacks who threw for 2,400 yards or more a year ago, nearly twice the total of any other power conference. But BYU won't be one of them.

John Curtis calls for briefing from White House after weapons pause to Ukraine

Sen. John Curtis praised the Trump administration for resuming weapons shipments to Ukraine Monday but called for a congressional briefing as to why the transfers were paused.

Salt Lake woman charged with trying to kill boyfriend by setting him on fire

A Salt Lake woman is charged with attempted aggravated murder and other charges accusing her of setting her boyfriend on fire in Midvale.

Mothers on both sides of the aisle after deadly Eagle Mountain crash say the system failed them

Three mothers said the court and parole systems in Utah failed them, suggesting further intervention could have prevented the crash that led to the deaths of two 3-year-old boys playing at Cedar Valley Stables in Eagle Mountain.

New Social Security bombshell: Benefits might be cut sooner than expected

Social Security is now projected to run out of money one year earlier than expected. Unfortunately, this isn't the only problem with Social Security.

Appellate court confirms conviction for 2016 West Valley City killing of 21-year-old woman

Utah's appellate courts affirmed a conviction for a 2016 West Valley City murder on Thursday, ending the appeal filed by Sergio Briseno Medina, who is sentenced to at least 16 years in prison for the killing of a 21-year-old woman.

Flash flooding that killed 3 leaves New Mexico village heartbroken, anxious as cleanup begins

Crews are working to clear twisted metal, broken trees and muddy debris from streets and homes a day after monsoon rains triggered a deadly flash flood in southern New Mexico.

Mike Lee claims judicial abuse as judge pauses defunding of Planned Parenthood

Sen. Mike Lee is accusing a federal judge of abusing her power after blocking the Trump administration from enforcing a pause in funding to Planned Parenthood.

'We breathed it in': Utah Vietnam War veteran seeks memorial to those exposed to Agent Orange

A Vietnam War veteran living in Syracuse seeks creation of a memorial to honor those, like him, who suffered from exposure to Agent Orange during the war.