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1M reserved tickets for Salt Lake Temple open house

1M reserved tickets for Salt Lake Temple open house

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 2 - 10:04 a.m.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the first million reservations for the Salt Lake Temple open house were claimed within 24 hours of making them available.
Man sentenced to probation after shooting at stranger fixing his car

Man sentenced to probation after shooting at stranger fixing his car

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 1 - 5:36 p.m.

Patrick Rosales Shearer-Davis was ordered to spend four years on probation after shooting multiple times towards a man who was fixing his car. He told police he thought the man had a gun.
Church of Jesus Christ invites the world to 'Rejoice in Christ' at Salt Lake Temple open house

Church of Jesus Christ invites the world to 'Rejoice in Christ' at Salt Lake Temple open house

VideoEmily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 1 - 5:23 p.m.

Reservations for the 2027 Salt Lake Temple open house are now available. The theme for the six-month-long celebration, "Rejoice in Christ," was announced at an event on Tuesday.
Ephraim temple open house: Second in Sanpete County a tribute to service-oriented saints

Ephraim temple open house: Second in Sanpete County a tribute to service-oriented saints

VideoEmily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 1 - 2:35 p.m.

The Ephraim Utah Temple's open house begins on Wednesday and runs through Sept. 19 ahead of its dedication on Oct. 11. The temple sits near Snow College, and just seven miles from the Manti Utah Temple.
Man sentenced for hitting, killing former Salt Lake Bees announcer

Man sentenced for hitting, killing former Salt Lake Bees announcer

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 30 - 5:05 p.m.

Over two years after the death of Steve Klauke, the man found guilty of causing his death in an auto pedestrian crash was sentenced to home confinement, probation and community service.
Salt Lake man ordered on probation after damaging property to get police attention

Salt Lake man ordered on probation after damaging property to get police attention

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 29 - 9:33 a.m.

A man will spend three years on probation after admitting to damaging apartment complexes to get the attention of police the day after Christmas.
Kouri Richins ordered to pay over $1.3M in life insurance after murder conviction

Kouri Richins ordered to pay over $1.3M in life insurance after murder conviction

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 28 - 6:21 p.m.

The Kamas mom, found guilty of killing her husband and insurance fraud, was ordered Friday to repay two life insurance companies after her attorneys didn't contest the amount.
New MRI machine uses AI to reduce time, make clearer images at Intermountain Medical Center

New MRI machine uses AI to reduce time, make clearer images at Intermountain Medical Center

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 9:32 p.m.

Intermountain Health's hospital in Murray is the second in the U.S. to use an innovative MRI machine with advanced technology and AI software that can improve diagnosis.
Have You Seen This? 5-year-old joins Lindsey Sterling on stage and surprises the crowd

Have You Seen This? 5-year-old joins Lindsey Sterling on stage and surprises the crowd

VideoEmily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 26 - 3:31 p.m.

Young musician Angelica Nero held up a sign at a concert asking Lindsey Sterling if she could play violin with her, leading to one of the cutest performances ever.
Judge considering bail for former death-row inmate as attorneys prepare his case for another trial

Judge considering bail for former death-row inmate as attorneys prepare his case for another trial

VideoEmily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 26 - 3:05 p.m.

Attorneys are preparing for a renewed trial for Douglas Carter and are arguing about DNA evidence, a written testimony, and whether he should be allowed to post bail.
Utah's high court rules man accused of killing cellmate would not qualify for reduced conviction

Utah's high court rules man accused of killing cellmate would not qualify for reduced conviction

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 25 - 8:05 p.m.

James Afuakimoana Tamoua claims he was under a schizophrenic delusion when he killed his cellmate, but the Utah Supreme Court ruled that although that is a defense, it is not a justification defense, and he cannot seek a reduced conviction.
Appellate court dismisses some convictions for man serving at least 35 years

Appellate court dismisses some convictions for man serving at least 35 years

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 25 - 4:03 p.m.

Utah Appellate Court vacated some convictions against a homeless man who was accused of sexually assaulting a woman who was on the way home from a bar, but found consecutive sentences on the other charges were appropriate.
Judge gives man consecutive sentences for 'horrendous' double killing at party

Judge gives man consecutive sentences for 'horrendous' double killing at party

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 25 - 10:37 a.m.

Patrocinio Perez was sentenced to prison on Monday for shooting and killing two men and injuring a woman at a house party in Magna five years ago.
Man who supplied gun found guilty of murder in Cedar City jury trial

Man who supplied gun found guilty of murder in Cedar City jury trial

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 24 - 10:38 p.m.

A third man was convicted of murder in the shooting and killing of 18-year-old KayLee Dutton who was shot while driving near Cedar City by men who claimed they thought she was stalking them.
Sanpete County schools temporarily initiate secure protocol due to nearby bear

Sanpete County schools temporarily initiate secure protocol due to nearby bear

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 24 - 8:02 p.m.

A now-relocated baby bear caused two Sanpete County schools to initiate secure protocol on Monday until officials confirmed it was alone.
Cedar Hills mom receiving double lung transplant after other cancer treatments fail

Cedar Hills mom receiving double lung transplant after other cancer treatments fail

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 23 - 7:15 a.m.

Cedar Hills mom Kelsey Flake is receiving a double lung transplant to treat her Stage 4 cancer. She temporarily moved to Chicago for the treatment, which was her only option after other treatments failed.
Man sent to prison for Millcreek stabbing over drug dispute

Man sent to prison for Millcreek stabbing over drug dispute

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 22 - 10:41 p.m.

A man is spending time in prison after admitting to stabbing a man in a Millcreek apartment. In a voicemail, the defendant said it was "about principle."
Here's how to get reservations for the Salt Lake Temple Open House

Here's how to get reservations for the Salt Lake Temple Open House

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 21 - 12:54 p.m.

Reservations will be available for the Salt Lake Temple Open House beginning Sept. 1. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced more details about the process.
'Game changer': Cancer center opens at Park City Hospital

'Game changer': Cancer center opens at Park City Hospital

VideoEmily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 21 - 12:04 p.m.

An addition to the Park City Hospital with a cancer center is now open, allowing patients in the Wasatch Back to receive radiation and increased cancer care closer to home.
Utah-based Bricks and Minifigs reaches settlement with family whose allegations went viral

Utah-based Bricks and Minifigs reaches settlement with family whose allegations went viral

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 19 - 7:02 p.m.

Wednesday, corporate Bricks and Minifigs announced it and the Mansell family have settled their lawsuits outside of court.
Clearfield man found guilty of murder for killing his dad with hatchet

Clearfield man found guilty of murder for killing his dad with hatchet

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 19 - 12:41 p.m.

A jury found a man guilty on Wednesday of killing his father with a hatchet in his father's West Valley City home over two years ago.
Man with multiple fraud convictions sentenced for using grandparents' identity to obtain truck

Man with multiple fraud convictions sentenced for using grandparents' identity to obtain truck

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 18 - 6:28 p.m.

A Lehi man now has convictions of fraud and similar charges in five Utah counties as he resolved his final case in St. George courts.
Videos projected on Tabernacle dome to be one of many upcoming Temple Square experiences

Videos projected on Tabernacle dome to be one of many upcoming Temple Square experiences

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 17 - 3:02 p.m.

Many new experiences on Temple Square will be designed to help guests learn about Christ, Elder Dale G. Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles said.
Family, followers honor man who was dedicated to defending his faith online

Family, followers honor man who was dedicated to defending his faith online

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 15 - 7:04 p.m.

Chandler Hendry inspired thousands of people online to attend church and serve missions for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Those who know him gathered to honor him on Monday.
Provo man sentenced after police said he distributed child pornography

Provo man sentenced after police said he distributed child pornography

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 15 - 8:31 a.m.

Jacob Bunker was ordered to spend 300 days in jail and four years on probation after pleading guilty to attempted aggravated sexual exploitation.