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Man injured in Payson police shooting released from hospital, arrested
Sicily Stanton and Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Updated March 18 - 7:38 p.m. | Save Story
Payson police on Monday arrested a 20-year-old man who was shot and injured by a police officer on Saturday after police say he swung a knife near an officer.
Here's why educational and political leaders in Utah want to modernize education
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 7:03 p.m. | Save Story
Educational and political leaders discussed where Utah should be directing its policies and investments to optimize educational outcomes for students while also supporting teachers.
Midvale businesses host memorial fundraiser to help victim of fatal West Valley crash
Brianna Chavez, KSL-TV | Posted March 18 - 6:02 p.m. | Save Story
On Sunday afternoon, small businesses in Midvale set up shop to raise funds for the family of Lizbeth Rodriguez.
'There is wisdom in the past': Why Utah leaders are already thinking about future needs
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 5:34 p.m. | Save Story
Utah leaders say lessons from the past, including the state's recent growth spurt, are helping them prepare for future challenges as the state continues to grow.
West Valley man charged with shooting at girlfriend and her family after argument
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
A West Valley man was charged Monday with shooting at his girlfriend and two of her family members, including her father, following an argument.
Man hospitalized with 'serious burns' after electric shock in Box Elder County
Roy Burton, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 4:23 p.m. | Save Story
A 21-year-old man was flown from Box Elder County to a Salt Lake burn center Monday with "serious burns" after being shocked while working on fiber optic cables on telephone poles.
Gov. Cox gives Gridiron speech, and it turns out he's pretty funny
Suzanne Bates, Deseret News | Posted March 18 - 3:04 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's Gov. Spencer Cox reportedly brought the house down with his speech Saturday night, where he poked fun at himself, his party, Biden and the Democrats — and Utah.
Curt Bramble, longtime Republican state senator from Provo, will retire at the end of 2024
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 2:29 p.m. | Save Story
Sen. Curt Bramble, R-Provo, will retire when his current term ends at the end of 2024, the Utah Senate announced Monday. Bramble has served in the Legislature since 2001.
SLC police K-9 dies unexpectedly
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 2:08 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City police are mourning the unexpected loss of one of their bloodhounds.
Utah man sent to prison for firing gun at Amazon driver who honked at him
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 1:31 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah man was ordered Monday to spend between three and five years in prison for firing a gun toward an Amazon truck driver who honked at him and his brother in July.
Passenger dies after car is struck by wrong-way driver on Legacy Parkway; 2 others transported
Ashley Fredde, KSL.com | Updated March 18 - 1:12 p.m. | Save Story
One person is dead and two others were transported to the hospital after a wrong-way crash on Legacy Parkway Sunday morning.
Ogden woman charged with making false reports about an active shooter
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 12:35 p.m. | Save Story
An Ogden woman is facing a felony charge after investigators say she falsely reported that there was an active shooter at a South Jordan business, prompting a large police response.
Poll: Voters have serious and totally different concerns about a Trump or Biden reelection
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted March 18 - 12:02 p.m. | Save Story
For the first time in more than a century, U.S. voters will decide between two candidates who have already gone head-to-head in a presidential election. And they have concerns.
Virginia man faces human trafficking charge in southern Utah case
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Updated March 18 - 11:24 a.m. | Save Story
A Virginia man arrested in St. George a week ago for suspicion of misdemeanor drug charges is now facing more serious charges of human trafficking and prostitution.
Taylorsville police identify man killed after allegedly pointing gun at officers
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 11:09 a.m. | Save Story
Police say a man shot and killed by Taylorsville police on Sunday was armed with a gun.
Police seek info on possible kidnapping, shooting in Taylorsville
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 9:55 a.m. | Save Story
Taylorsville police are looking for a man who was seen getting into a vehicle on Sunday that sped away after witnesses heard a shot.
Little brainiacs: Future WSU neuroscientists teach children about the brain
Sky Mundell, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 9:55 a.m. | Save Story
Weber State University's Neuroscience Club partnered with the Treehouse Children's Museum to host a variety of workshops designed to teach kids the basics of neuroscience and strengthen their understanding of the brain.
Middle school students shine a light on female scientists in Utah
Tamara Vaifanua, KSL-TV | Posted March 18 - 9:07 a.m. | Save Story
Sixth graders at Voyage Academy in Clinton are celebrating female figures in science by digging deeper into their history.
Washington fire kills 2 canine companions
Alysha Lundgren, St. George News | Posted March 18 - 8:45 a.m. | Save Story
A Washington family faced many pet owner's worst nightmare after a Sunday morning fire.
Business & Tech »
Crafts retailer Joann files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as consumers cut back on hobbies
- Musk's SpaceX is building spy satellite network for US intelligence agency, sources say
- Supreme Court examines social media case over standards for free speech
- United Airlines CEO tries to reassure customers that the airline is safe despite recent incidents
- Navajo Nation to inject $74M into manufactured home facility for new housing, to spur economy
Education »
Here's why educational and political leaders in Utah want to modernize education
- Free school meals for all may reduce childhood obesity, while easing financial burdens
- Little brainiacs: Future WSU neuroscientists teach children about the brain
- Middle school students shine a light on female scientists in Utah
- Logan students lobby for return of tacos to school lunch menu to 'revive the Mexican spirit'
Environment »
New Banksy mural sprouts beside a tree in London. Many see an environmental message
- Midway residents say sewage pond stink is making them sick, prompting state health study
- Reconnecting with natural world around us is a vital part of conservation, science writer says
- Over 20 Utah waterbodies may remain tainted by toxic algae
- Many Utah cities take part in rainwater conservation program. Here's how to participate
Health »
EPA bans asbestos, a deadly carcinogen still in use decades after a partial ban was enacted
- Free school meals for all may reduce childhood obesity, while easing financial burdens
- Biden pushes for expansion in women's health research
- Midway residents say sewage pond stink is making them sick, prompting state health study
- Utah health department warns that dangerous, counterfeit car seats becoming more common
Police & Courts »
2 Utah County men sentenced to federal prison in $18M investment fraud scheme
- Man injured in Payson police shooting released from hospital, arrested
- Singer R. Kelly seeks appeals court relief from 30-year prison term
- Supreme Court extends block on Texas law that would allow police to arrest migrants
- West Valley man charged with shooting at girlfriend and her family after argument
Politics »
EPA bans asbestos, a deadly carcinogen still in use decades after a partial ban was enacted
- Here's why educational and political leaders in Utah want to modernize education
- 'There is wisdom in the past': Why Utah leaders are already thinking about future needs
- Gov. Cox gives Gridiron speech, and it turns out he's pretty funny
- Curt Bramble, longtime Republican state senator from Provo, will retire at the end of 2024
Utah Counties »
2 Utah County men sentenced to federal prison in $18M investment fraud scheme
- Man injured in Payson police shooting released from hospital, arrested
- Here's why educational and political leaders in Utah want to modernize education
- Midvale businesses host memorial fundraiser to help victim of fatal West Valley crash
- 'There is wisdom in the past': Why Utah leaders are already thinking about future needs