Blanche formally dismantles anti-weaponization fund in deal to advance attorney general nomination

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has agreed to formally rescind a proposed $1.78 billion fund for individuals who claim they are victims of government weaponization.

1 arrested following police chase, fiery crash

A man who police say was intoxicated and sped away from police was arrested after crashing into a tree, causing his car to catch on fire.

Utah Sen. John Curtis proposes state-led migrant worker pilot program

Utah Sen. John Curtis announced the introduction of a bill on Monday that would create a voluntary state-sponsored visa program.

Judge rules New York can't ban federal agents from wearing face coverings

New York can't ban federal agents from wearing face coverings or require that they wear visible identification, a federal judge ruled Monday.

Could the resale hustle solve your money problems?

From storage auctions and liquidation pallets to thrift store finds, people are buying low and selling high. But turning castoffs into cash takes research, patience and a willingness to take risks.

Teen admits to murder in deadly shooting at Weber County street racing competition

A teen admitted to murder in a deadly shooting last year at a Weber County street racing competition and will be held in a juvenile detention facility until he's 25.

Unloading the notebook: Day one for Utah football fall camp

Utah football's first practice of fall camp offered little reason to make definitive personnel judgments.

No timeline yet for tenants to return to Midvale apartment complex

As anxious tenants of a burned apartment complex wait to get back inside to try to salvage their belongings, the city said there's currently no timeline for that to happen.

Find your inspiration at the 2026 Salt Lake Parade of Homes

The 2026 Salt Lake Parade of Homes marks the 80th anniversary of the event thousands of locals look forward to each year.

Tiger shark caught off Massachusetts could be sign of warming waters

Nate Rouette and his brother Nelson went shark fishing on Cape Cod hoping for an exciting catch, but were shocked by what they reeled in.

Large brush fire sparks in Millcreek nature preserve

Fire crews responded to a large brush fire on I-80 in Millcreek on Monday evening.

Former junior golf star Grace Summerhays makes pro debut at Utah Women's Open

The former Arizona State golfer turned pro last week a year after graduating from college and taking time to heal a nagging wrist injury.

From Africa to Alaska, here's how BYU is helping NASA prepare for Dragonfly mission

NASA has called on a group of Brigham Young University researchers to help develop an understanding of the landscape its Dragonfly rotorcraft will be exploring on a first-of-its-kind voyage to Titan, Saturn's largest moon.

TikTok settling 3 teen social media lawsuits ahead of trial

TikTok has agreed to settle three lawsuits brought by young people who accuse social ​media companies of designing their platforms to be addictive and harming their mental health, a plaintiffs' lawyer said Monday.

1 injured in fall near Bells Canyon Waterfall

A person was critically injured on Saturday after falling 50 feet near Bells Canyon Waterfall, prompting search and rescue teams to respond.

2 dead after crash on SR-32

Two people died on Monday morning when two vehicles collided on state Route 32.

Have you seen this? Woman plays volleyball while singing Dolly Parton

I'm a sucker for a good Dolly Parton song. So, without further ado, please enjoy this rendition of "Jolene" featuring "Wilson" (or insert your favorite volleyball brand name here).

Man who killed top Minnesota lawmaker and her husband makes first state court appearance

The man serving two life terms plus 40 years after pleading guilty to federal charges related to killing a top Democratic lawmaker and her husband made his initial appearance Monday in state court, where he faces similar charges.

Start strong: Easy breakfast ideas for busy mornings

Breakfast doesn't have to be elaborate. A little planning can go a long way.

At colleges, the AI boom means everyone wants to dabble in computer science

Colleges are expanding AI education beyond computer science as students across majors seek skills to stay competitive in an AI-driven job market.

Ogden man sentenced to up to 5 years in prison for stabbing

An Ogden man was sentenced to up to five years imprisonment in the non-fatal stabbing of another man last March.

First deaths reported in cyclosporiasis outbreak

Two people in Michigan have died in connection with the outbreak of cyclosporiasis, health officials reported Monday.

Wall Street rallies to kick off August on Iran talks optimism

U.S. stocks kicked off August on a strong note, with each of the three major indexes rallying more ​than 1% as signs of de-escalating U.S.-Iran tensions pulled down oil prices and Treasury yields in a busy week for earnings and economic data.

Widemouth 2 Fire spikes to over 68,000 acres amid 'perfect storm'

The Widemouth 2 Fire has now burned over 68,000 acres amid a record run over the weekend, while smoke is also entering the state from the Pacific Northwest.

Inside America's last great wilderness as oil drilling appears on the horizon in the Arctic refuge

A journey into Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge explores the clash between conservation and renewed oil development.

New Utah festival headlined by Benson Boone, Sombr suddenly canceled

A new two-day Utah music festival that was to debut this fall with a lineup headlined by state resident Benson Boone and other rising pop stars, like Sombr, is not going to take place after all.

Authorities seek a motive in the mass shooting at an Idaho In-N-Out Burger

Investigators are trying to determine what led a 24-year-old man to open fire at an Idaho fast-food restaurant over the weekend, in an attack that left three people dead and seven others wounded before authorities say he killed himself.

Mother says she's grateful to be alive after spider bite

A woman was at the lake enjoying a campfire when multiple spiders crawled all over her, leaving bites. After four days, Miller said a painful bruise led her to the hospital.

Eagle Point Resort won't reopen this winter as it recovers from massive wildfire

Eagle Point Resort announced its decision to close for the upcoming winter season after the Cottonwood Fire destroyed parts of the resort.

KSL Outdoors Snapshot of the Week: August 1, 2026

The KSL Outdoors Snapshot of the Week from our August 1, 2026 episode.

US shakes up currency markets with talk of unusual yen-buying via selling euros

Traders grappling with an already rare co-ordinated U.S.-Japanese action to prop up the weak yen are also digesting a further unusual dynamic: the ​U.S. selling euros.

Ariana Grande withdraws from a London musical and will take a break from the public eye

Ariana Grande has pulled out of an upcoming stage musical in London. Producers announced she plans to take a break from the public eye after her current tour finishes.

Sundance just shared what to expect from its first festival outside Utah

Sundance Film Festival is relocating from Park City, Utah, to Boulder, Colorado, in 2027 and has revealed new details about the move.

Victim identified in fatal Liberty Park shooting

Police say a fatal shooting at Liberty Park on Sunday may have started as a dispute between two men over a dog.

A day in the life of Morgan Scalley, and what it says about his vision for Utah football

To Morgan Scalley, no point is too small to the overall operation, though he entrusts all around him to fulfill their role without reproach. That much was clear spending a day with the new head coach.

2 injured, home lost in Sandy fire

Two people were injured and a cat died early Monday after a home caught fire in Sandy.

Stay ahead of health issues: Echo Ultrasound's $400 comprehensive body scan

To provide patients with peace of mind sooner rather than later, Echo Ultrasound is now offering a $400 body scan that can alert you to potential medical concerns within days.

Cuba plunges into darkness as electric grid collapses

Cuba's electricity grid collapsed late on Sunday, ​the state-owned grid operator said, plunging the island of about 10 million people ‌into darkness as blackouts become more frequent.

Senate leaders reach funding deal to avoid shutdown during campaign season

Key senators unveiled a short-term spending bill that would keep federal agencies funded past the midterm elections and into early December as they look to avoid a government shutdown.

Idaho ranchers go high-tech with invisible fences for cattle

A virtual fencing collar for cattle is a new management tool for Idaho ranchers that's growing in popularity.

Salt Lake City's unique Gilgal Sculpture Garden could become a landmark

Salt Lake City is seeking to add its undeniably unique Gilgal Sculpture Garden to its list of protected landmarks.