Mountain West states join forces to develop geothermal energy

Four Western states are launching the Mountain West Geothermal Consortium to expand geothermal energy development.

Officials lift evacuation orders for some California residents living near a damaged chemical tank

Emergency officials have lifted an evacuation order for some of the tens of thousands of people who live near a damaged tank containing a hazardous chemical in Southern California.

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as talks to end war proceed

U.S. forces on Monday conducted strikes in southern Iran against targets including boats attempting to lay mines and missile launch sites, in what it described as defensive actions.

John Curtis says prediction markets undermine Utah's anti-gambling laws

In a Senate hearing this week, Utah Sen. John Curtis warned that prediction markets provide loopholes in states such as Utah that ban gambling.

Colorado black bears found under family home safely relocated

A family of black bears is safely back in the wild after they were discovered under a Colorado home.

Troopers identify motorcyclist killed in crash with tour bus in Kane County

A motorcyclist was killed after colliding with a bus when the biker attempted a U-turn in Kane County on Monday night.

Man accused of using chainsaw to break into store, steal $12K worth of Pokémon cards

A West Palm Beach man allegedly broke into a Lake Park store to steal Pokémon cards — using a chainsaw.

Families gather at Utah Veterans Memorial Cemetery to remember loved ones on Memorial Day

Thousands of American flags lined the grounds of the Utah Veterans Cemetery and Memorial Park on Memorial Day, each one marking a life, a sacrifice, and a story.

Idaho school lunch debt challenge exceeds all funding expectations

The challenge to pay off the total lunch debt of students in the Portneuf Valley in Idaho concluded earlier this month, exceeding all of its fundraising expectations.

After 250 years, Revolutionary War-era soldiers finally laid to rest in upstate New York

For more than 40 Revolutionary War-era soldiers, the long journey to their final resting place fittingly ended on Memorial Day weekend in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains.

Upgrades in the works around Pineview, Causey reservoirs in Weber County

As summer looms, upgrades are in the works in and around Pineview and Causey reservoirs, recreational hotspots in Weber County.

Weapons in school: KSL data request finds discrepancies in reporting

KSL Investigators asked the state and every school district how many weapons have been reported in Utah schools. In most cases, the numbers did not match.

Try these affordable ideas to prep for a crowd-pleasing Memorial Day barbecue

It's time to get your backyard barbecue-ready for the summer with deals on KSL Classifieds.

US Justice Department seeks to lift injunction on ballroom project after shooting

The U.S. Justice Department has again asked a federal judge to lift ​an injunction holding up progress on President Donald Trump's ballroom project, saying Saturday's shooting outside the White House showed ‌an urgent need for improved security.

Why did T. rex have tiny arms? A new study may finally have the answer

Scientists may have finally solved the riddle of Tyrannosaurus rex's small arms, which have always stood out as the oddest feature of the mightiest dinosaur, prompting jokes and a century-plus debate about their purpose and evolutionary history.

Moose relocated after wandering into a backyard; officials say dry winter impacts animals

A young male moose that wandered into a Springville neighborhood was safely relocated Sunday.

Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity

Pope Leo XIV called Monday for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit, issuing a sweeping manifesto on safeguarding humankind as the technology impacts everything from work to war.

Controlled burn in Farmington Bay hits invasive species, produces large smoke plume

Utah firefighters say they've completed a pair of controlled fires near the Great Salt Lake that strategically burned approximately 5,000 acres of land near the Great Salt Lake.

Have You Seen This? How woman's clearance item find turns into bargain-bin fail

Woman thinks she's buying a box of candy, but ends up with something unexpected.

Utah woman nearly killed during skiing competition turns her story of survival into hope for others

A Utah woman has turned a career-ending skiing accident Into a mission of hope for survivors of traumatic brain injuries.

Police investigating 'suspicious death' of man in Salt Lake City

Police said they are investigating what's being called a "suspicious death" of a man in Salt Lake City on Monday.

'I hurt for the guys': Real Salt Lake's Luna, Gozo left off US roster for World Cup

According to a leaked roster first reported by The Athletic and later ESPN with a full reveal by The Guardian, Pochettino's roster will not include either RSL talisman Diego Luna or rising star Zavier Gozo.

Sharks used as ocean sensors to aid hurricane research

Scientists are exploring the use of tagged sharks as mobile ocean sensors to collect critical data for hurricane research and environmental studies.

With the desert cliffs as a backdrop, Tuacahn embraces all the ups and downs of open-air theater

Tuacahn Amphitheatre has seen its fair share of the unexpected in the 31 years that it's been bringing live theater to southern Utah, from high winds and monsoon rains to snow flurries.

Here is every Utah state champion from the 2025-26 spring season

Here's a list of every champion from baseball, softball, boys and girls lacrosse, boys soccer, girls golf, boys tennis and track and field during the 2025-26 spring season, courtesy of KSL and the Deseret News.

A taste of Texas is moving into Salt Lake City's latest major development

A pair of restaurants with a Lone-Star-State flair are moving into one of Salt Lake City's newest developments.

Inside the ruins of the Grand Canyon Lodge

After wildfires destroyed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge, park officials are planning a rebuild that will preserve its legacy.

2 arrested in largest meth seizure in Idaho history, police say

Two men were arrested on Wednesday after deputies said they seized the largest amount of methamphetamine at one time in Idaho history.

The origins of Memorial Day and how it has evolved

Memorial Day is officially about mourning fallen service members. But it has come to signal the unofficial start of summer and retail discounts.

Checking autocorrect to spell 'bougie' or 'ukulele'? You're not alone

Here's America's most misspelled word top 10 list.

Weber County home sustains estimated $250,000 in fire damage

A home in Weber County suffered severe damage in a fire on Sunday, police said.

Salt Lake City's newest trail comes with a flashy new art piece nearly 2,000 feet long

Salt Lake City's new urban trail solves some east-west connection struggles, and it comes with what might be the state's longest continuous art piece.

Birthday reunion at St. Mark's honors boy who died during childbirth

A birthday celebration Friday at St. Mark's Hospital carried extra emotional weight, as a mother and father remembered their son who passed away during childbirth.

From backyard to birdie: How indoor golf simulators are revolutionizing the game for homeowners

Without ever leaving home, you can take real swings at a screen that mirrors an actual course.

Airline miles may not go as far as the Iran war drives up fuel costs and summer fares

Users of credit cards that accrue airline miles and points toward various travel perks are likely to find their balances won't take them as far this summer.

Utah's drought is worsening, but will projected El Niño offer relief this summer?

Federal forecasters released new long-range weather models that signal some hope on the horizon for drought-stricken Utah.