Algae harvesting boat is cleaning up Utah Lake

Utah Lake officials said there has been a reduction in harmful algal blooms in the water thanks to an algae-harvesting boat a Utah Valley University professor called years in the making.

Former Texas golfer, SLC newcomer captures Utah Women's Open, 1st pro since 2018

Emilee Hoffman, the fifth-year Epson Tour pro from Folsom, California, shot a two-day total of even-par 144 to clinch her first win since moving to Utah in January.

A former Rolling Stone says the Met has his stolen guitar. The museum disputes it

A guitar once played by two Rolling Stones members is at the center of a dispute between former guitarist Mick Taylor and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

First trial begins next week for man extradited on rape charges in 2 Utah counties

A 3rd District Court judge decided to allow evidence from the alleged victim in Nicholas Rossi's Utah County case at his jury trial in Salt Lake County next week.

4 Utah leaders get Tonahuac Award for contributions to Latino community

Representatives from four Utah entities received the Tonahuac Award from the Federation of United Mexicans in Utah for their contributions to the Latino community.

Tennessee man says he hurt badly during lethal injection without deactivating defibrillator

A man convicted of killing his girlfriend and her two young daughters said he was "hurting so bad" while he was given a lethal injection Tuesday in Tennessee, where authorities had refused to deactivate his implanted defibrillator prior to the execution.

Cache County man charged with raping teenager is being investigated in other sex assaults

A Providence, Cache County, man has been charged with raping a teenager, but prosecutors say they are also investigating him in connection with other sexual assaults of teen girls.

Foot bone found at Fish Lake belongs to fisherman missing since 1997, DNA confirms

DNA testing has confirmed a human foot bone found near the lake in May belongs to a fisherman who went missing at the lake in 1997.

Red Cross urges school zone caution as Utah students return to class

As 675,000 Utah students head back to school this month, the American Red Cross of Utah is reminding motorists to use extra caution, especially in and around school zones.

Utah Mammoth making good on goal to expand youth hockey

The Utah Mammoth are making good on a goal to bring hockey to more kids across the state, and it continues with the team holding a youth camp this week in Riverdale, Weber County.

Trump administration formally axes Elon Musk's 'five things' email

The Trump administration ended a program launched by Elon Musk requiring federal employees to summarize their workplace achievements from the prior week, Reuters reported on Tuesday.

'High stakes': Who will pay for city services at LA's 2028 Summer Games?

Despite the federal government coming up last month with $1 billion for the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles, new concerns are being raised about covering the cost of local government services.

Power poles to be replaced as containment of Monroe Canyon Fire increases

Garkane Energy Cooperative plans to make permanent repairs to poles destroyed by the Monroe Canyon Fire while crews increase containment of the fire.

One Utah man's quest to track the bugs fighting invasive trees on the Colorado River

Tamarask beetles may be tiny, but when they swarm to feed, they pack a punch. They repeatedly consume the tamarisks' leaves and bark until the green trees gradually turn brown and die.

Man seeks parole for 2017 killing of 14-year-old boy

A man convicted of manslaughter in the 2017 fatal shooting of a 14-year-old boy is seeking parole.

Have You Seen This? Noah Lyles may have rekindled track rivalry with post-race shove

Is the 28-year-old sprinter's many off-track beefs good for the sport, though? There's an argument it might be.

Jazz trade for former friend Georges Niang and 2 second-round picks

The Utah Jazz have traded undrafted rookie RJ Luis Jr. to Boston in exchange for former friend Georges Niang and two future second-round picks, according to ESPN.

An iconic Utah restaurant is coming to Downtown Daybreak

One of Salt Lake's most beloved tradition is heading to Downtown Daybreak in South Jordan.

Convicted fraudster Nate Holzapfel granted parole, but not for another 3 years

Nate Holzapfel, an Orem man convicted of preying on vulnerable women and then defrauding them, has been granted parole — but not for three more years.

Ozzy Osbourne died of a heart attack, report says, citing death certificate

A death certificate filed at a register office in London revealed that Ozzy Osbourne's cause of death was a heart attack. The New York Times obtained the document on Tuesday.

'I can't believe I actually did that': Price man, 82, charged with shooting, killing son

An 82-year-old Price man was charged Tuesday with murder and accused of shooting and killing his 53-year-old son over the weekend.

Ogden man appeals jury conviction, sentencing in 2023 killing of neighbor

The Ogden man convicted in the 2023 killing of a neighbor, which stemmed from a dispute over a drone, is appealing the case.

Patterns in marriage and divorce in US are shifting, new report shows

A new report found shifts in behavior may be underway that indicate marriage is strengthening as the primary anchor of family life.

Utah Mammoth owner sues Oregon company amid growing trademark dispute

It appears the new name of Utah's NHL franchise has run into a bit of legal drama.

Sign up now: KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em returns for 2025 season

The college football season is close, and with it comes the return of the KSL.com Sports' College Football Pick'em for the 2025 season.

Utahns skeptical of Trump's decision on National Guard deployment

Was President Trump right to deploy National Guard troops to California? Half of Utah voters surveyed said they strongly or somewhat approve.

US violent crime fell 4.5% in 2024, down a second year, FBI says

Violent crime fell 4.5% in the United States last year, marking the second consecutive annual decline, while hate crimes decreased by 1.5%, the FBI said in its annual national crime report released on Tuesday.

Why the manhunt for a Montana mass shooting suspect has proven exceedingly difficult

Stymied by treacherous terrain and untamed wilderness, authorities are struggling to find an Army veteran suspected of killing four people at a Montana bar last week.

2 killed in single-vehicle crash in Cache County

Two people were found dead after a single-vehicle crash near the Utah-Idaho border on Tuesday, according to the Cache County Sheriff's Office.

Right path, right school: Twin cyclists find success with Utah Online School

UOS offers students across Utah the chance to customize their education. And for families like the Mallens, that flexibility has made all the difference.

Utah's history of execution by firing squad

Utah has not executed anyone using the firing squad since 2010 but has a long history with the practice.

Payson man charged with trying to kidnap teen girl near Homestead Resort

A Payson man is facing a charge of kidnapping for allegedly grabbing a teenage girl near the Homestead Resort in Midway.

Patrick Kinahan: BYU freshman QB 'already up to speed'

Musings after the first week of practice for the local college football teams.

Strength through purpose: US Army releases 'spiritual fitness' guide for soldiers

A new resource recently released by the U.S. Army is anchored to the belief that the spiritual domain also is fundamental to fortifying a soldier's "will to fight — and the spirit to endure."

13 displaced by Ogden apartment fire

Thirteen residents were displaced from an Ogden apartment building after a blaze tore through the building's attic late Monday, according to fire officials.

Where you can find the best deals on school supplies this year

The KSL Investigators have hit the back-to-school aisles at five major retailers the last five years, to compare prices for the same list of school supplies.

US DOJ to open grand jury to investigate Obama officials, source says

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has directed federal prosecutors to launch a grand jury investigation into the administration of former President Barack Obama.

Kearns family gets life-changing surprise from Operation Roof Rescue

A single mother and her disabled veteran father received the surprise of a lifetime when strangers knocked on their door with an unexpected gift: a brand-new roof.

Family seeks answers after fatal hit-and-run in Murray

A family is pleading for answers after a tragic hit-and-run accident claimed the life of a 53-year-old woman late Thursday night.

Heart of Minky quiz: How well do you know these summer rom-com movie classics?

Take this quiz to test your knowledge of charitable Americans. You'll also be entered to win a Minky Couture blanket!

Utahns lost $32M to contractor fraud since 2022. New state task force aims to stop it

Utahns are losing millions of dollars to fraudulent contractors who are taking payment but then walking off the job. The state has formed a task force to help protect consumers from contractor scams.

Owners of cargo ship that crashed into Baltimore bridge sue company that built vessel

The owners of the cargo ship that crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge are suing the company that built the vessel, alleging negligence in the design of a critical switchboard on the ship.

Bipartisan push to crack down on TSA facial recognition hits unexpected turbulence

A bipartisan effort to crack down on facial recognition technology utilized by the Transportation Security Administration is experiencing delays in the Senate amid pushback from airlines citing concerns of efficiency and safety.

Colorado apology notwithstanding, Utah attorneys still worry about younger immigrants

Notwithstanding the apology by a Colorado sheriff to a Utah immigrant, Utah attorneys still worry about the impact of President Donald Trump's crackdown on younger immigrants.