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'A prime example of growth': New St. George Fire Station 1 marks historic moment for city
Ashley Imlay, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 7 - 8:03 a.m. | Save Story
St. George is exploding in population, with an estimated 108,800 residents this year. The city's fire department is growing too, meaning department headquarters needed an upgrade.
Dog that attacked Hurricane boy exhibited 'aggressive behaviors.' Police say it will be euthanized
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 6 - 8:33 p.m. | Save Story
A dog that attacked a 5-year-old Hurricane boy will be euthanized.
St. George woman pleads guilty with mental condition to aggravated murder of parents
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Updated Nov. 6 - 2:53 p.m. | Save Story
A woman accused of shooting and killing her parents in St. George pleaded guilty with a mental condition Thursday.
Fish species illegally introduced at Utah reservoir within Colorado River drainage
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 5 - 9:45 p.m. | Save Story
Utah wildlife officials are again reminding people that it's illegal to dump fish into bodies of water after state biologists discovered an unapproved species had been introduced at a southeast Utah reservoir.
Changing of the guards: Here's a look at preliminary election results in southern, northern Utah
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 5 - 5:44 p.m. | Save Story
Preliminary results from the 2025 general election on Tuesday signal potential leadership changes in communities throughout southern and northern Utah.
Election Day 2025: Preliminary results for Utah's biggest races
KSL.com Staff | Updated Nov. 5 - 8:47 a.m. | Save Story
As the 2025 municipal general election winds down in Utah, KSL.com is keeping tabs on the results from races in some of the state's most populous counties.
Here is one idea how to help save the Colorado River
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 2 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
The Colorado River is struggling and faces a shortfall that will forever shape the West. An easy enemy to blame is agriculture, but there are other unseen culprits, an expert says.
5-year-old boy faces long recovery after dog attack in southern Utah
Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 2 - 12:03 p.m. | Save Story
Leo Fuller, from Hurricane, Washington County, is facing a long road to recovery after a traumatic dog attack left him with severe facial injuries on Oct. 25, but his mom wants answers.
'Perpetually cheerful': What this 100-year-old veteran has learned about life
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 2 - 10:08 a.m. | Save Story
Being 100 years old feels the same as being 99, except you get a lot more attention — at least according to veteran Don C Stephens.
Man killed in Washington County paraglider crash identified
Alex Tumalip, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 1 - 5:09 p.m. | Save Story
The man killed in a paraglider crash in La Verkin, Washington County, on Thursday was identified as Miles Mitchell, according to a press release from city officials.
Colorado woman pleads guilty to Lake Powell boat crash that severely injured a teen
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 31 - 7:19 a.m. | Save Story
A woman who severely injured a teen boy by crashing a boat into another watercraft has been sentenced to a month in jail and 18 months on probation.
Man killed in Washington County paraglider crash
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 30 - 7:52 p.m. | Save Story
A paraglider was killed when he crashed into some power lines at a Washington County nature park on Thursday evening.
Police arrest man who says he fired into Blanding hotel room while sleeping
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 29 - 4:00 p.m. | Save Story
A man was arrested in southern Utah Tuesday night for allegedly shooting into an adjacent hotel room. He claimed he fired the gun while sleeping, police say.
Utah Tech University, Utah Community Credit Union ink $7M partnership
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 28 - 2:10 p.m. | Save Story
Four days after his inauguration, Utah Tech University President Shane Smeed on Tuesday signed a "transformative" $7 million partnership with Utah Community Credit Union.
Washington County has quiver of arrows to fight drought
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 28 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
Washington County has been recognized as having one of the most forward-thinking water conservation plans in place, investing a billion dollars in a water reuse system.
Man dies after fall while rappelling in Zion National Park canyon
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 27 - 9:32 a.m. | Save Story
A man died Sunday after falling while rappelling in Zion National Park's Pine Creek Canyon, according to the Department of the Interior.
Pilot of small aircraft seriously injured after plane crash near Escalante
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 24 - 8:16 p.m. | Save Story
A pilot flying a small, ultralight aircraft suffered injuries Friday afternoon after crashing the aircraft in Garfield County, a sheriff's office spokesman said.
California man pleads guilty to raping girl in Cedar City motor home
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 24 - 4:34 p.m. | Save Story
A California man pleaded guilty this week to attempting to rape a teenage girl while in a motor home parked in a Cedar City parking lot.
'Accidental discharge' of gun leaves competitor injured during Hurricane shooting competition
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 23 - 10:46 p.m. | Save Story
A person was injured after an accidental shooting at a competition in southern Utah Thursday.
Small Garfield County community weighs pros and cons of proposed mining project
Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 23 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
As the United States works to become more self-sufficient, residents in Antimony, Garfield County, shared their thoughts on a proposed mining operation — in their own backyard.
2 mountain bikers airlifted to the hospital after trick gone wrong at Red Bull Rampage
Bryanna Willis, KSL NewsRadio, and Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 21 - 7:22 a.m. | Save Story
A Spanish mountain bike rider is in the hospital following a huge crash at the Red Bull Rampage event in Virgin on Sunday.
Damage from flash flooding prompts closure of Pine Valley Recreation Area for cleanup
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 20 - 10:30 p.m. | Save Story
The aftermath of last weekend's storm in southern Utah left "significant damage" in the Dixie National Forest area.
Motorcyclist dies in 3-vehicle crash on I-15 in southern Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 20 - 9:25 a.m. | Save Story
A motorcyclist died in a three-vehicle crash on I-15 Sunday night.
Former Iron County GOP chairman faces new domestic violence-related charges
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 16 - 6:32 p.m. | Save Story
The former treasurer and chairman of the Iron County Republican Party, who is already facing federal charges, has been charged again in state court in an alleged incident while he was out of custody and awaiting trial.
Human remains discovered in Brigham City linked to St. George woman
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 15 - 9:38 p.m. | Save Story
Brigham City police have identified human remains discovered in a black trash bag alongside a highway earlier this year as a St. George woman who was last seen in 2021.
Utah man accused of leading police on chase with missing 12-year-old girl
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 15 - 12:59 p.m. | Save Story
A Sanpete County man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly leading police on a chase in Sevier County.
Man dies after crashing SUV into tree in Cedar City
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 15 - 7:24 a.m. | Save Story
A man died after police say he crashed his SUV into a tree in southern Utah Monday night.
Human remains found near I-15 in southern Utah
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 9:18 p.m. | Save Story
Human remains were found on I-15 in southern Utah on Monday, according to troopers.
Flood watch area expanded as Hurricane Priscilla remnants impact Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 10 - 10:17 p.m. | Save Story
More flash flooding is expected at many of Utah's outdoor gems on Friday, and additional flooding is likely on Saturday, as remnants of Hurricane Priscilla move through the state.
Some Utah cities, counties prepare for flooding as rain moves in
Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 9 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
Heavy rains are expected to drench central and southern Utah counties this weekend, and residents are busy preparing to prevent the rain from flooding into their homes.
Flood watches ordered as remnants of Hurricane Priscilla head toward Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 9 - 11:21 a.m. | Save Story
A flood watch has been issued for a large swath of Utah's southern half as remnants of Hurricane Priscilla move into Utah.
Southern Utah University selected to be Utah's second official Peace Corps Prep university
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 9 - 6:17 a.m. | Save Story
Southern Utah University last month announced it has been selected as an official Peace Corps Prep university, becoming the Beehive State's second such institution and only one in southern Utah.
Utah measles case count rises to 53 with new infections in southwest Utah
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 8 - 9:39 p.m. | Save Story
Cases of measles continue to rise in Utah, with the latest count of those diagnosed and documented exceeding 50.
'Lovesick for king coal': Trump administration pushing new coal leasing in southern Utah
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 8 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" has cleared the way for 48,000 acres of previously off-limits Utah public land to be available for coal leasing.
Lightning strike causes wildfire in Zion National Park, prompting multiple closures
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 8 - 6:17 p.m. | Save Story
A wildfire burning in Zion National Park has grown to 25 acres and is forcing closures in the area
Trump administration backs Gov. Cox's vision on energy, lands
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 8 - 6:40 a.m. | Save Story
U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum told Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on Tuesday that the White House supports his vision for greater state control of public lands and dramatically increased energy production.
Utah Tech set to launch bachelor's degree in politics, policy and law
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 7 - 9:34 p.m. | Save Story
Starting in the fall 2026 semester, Utah Tech University will offer students a Bachelor of Arts in politics, policy and law.
How some Utah hunters can get $800 gift card — and save a rare species
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 7 - 8:36 p.m. | Save Story
Some of the hunters looking to bag wildlife this month could also walk away with an $800 gift card for outdoor equipment while also helping one of the state's most endangered species.
Officials identify Draper man killed in motorcycle crash in Garfield County
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 5 - 2:07 p.m. | Save Story
A 75-year-old man died after a motorcycle crash in southern Utah
Man facing multiple charges in connection with Deer Creek Fire
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 3 - 5:48 p.m. | Save Story
A 68-year-old man is facing criminal charges for allegedly sparking the Deer Creek Fire in San Juan County over the summer.
Mia Bailey found competent to stand trial in killing of parents; plea deal offered
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 3 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
Mia Bailey, charged with murdering parents Joseph and Gail Bailey in their southern Utah home, was found competent to stand trial Thursday. Prosecutors have offered a plea deal.
Cedar City rallies around injured fire chief after training accident
Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 3 - 9:18 a.m. | Save Story
The community is coming together in a powerful show of support for Cedar City Fire Chief Mike Phillips, who was seriously injured during a routine training exercise on Sept. 16.
2 women killed in Kane County when SUV was hit by semi, pickup truck
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 2 - 12:30 p.m. | Save Story
Two women from China were killed in a three-vehicle crash on U.S. 89 near the Utah-Arizona border on Wednesday.
2 dead after multivehicle crash in Kane County
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 1 - 10:48 p.m. | Save Story
Two people are dead following a crash involving three vehicles on U.S. 89 in Kane County, according to the Utah Highway Patrol.
Measles count in Utah rises to 44, new report says
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 1 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Utah has 44 confirmed measles cases so far in 2025, according to an update from the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, and three symptom-watch periods are continuing.
Utah opens liquor store in Marriott-Slaterville as new locales near completion in Roy, Moab
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 1 - 5:42 p.m. | Save Story
Utah officials opened a new state liquor store in Marriott-Slaterville, Weber County's fifth, as new locales near completion in Roy and Moab.
Washington County home considered a total loss after house fire
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 1 - 1:44 p.m. | Save Story
A house in Central, Washington County, is considered a total loss following a fire on Wednesday.
'You can be broken while being brave': Southern Utah author rebuilds life after downfall
Jessi Bang, St. George News | Posted Oct. 1 - 9:42 a.m. | Save Story
Beth McDonough was a seasoned reporter who told the stories of others. Now, she's telling her story — the collapse of her career and her comeback — in a new, two-part memoir.
Iron County water project for 60K residents moves forward
Alysha Lundgren, St. George News | Posted Sept. 30 - 2:15 p.m. | Save Story
The Bureau of Land Management has resumed its environmental assessment of a water supply project estimated to cost $280 million, which will serve over 60,000 residents in the Cedar Valley.
Investigation continues into crash that killed man training for St. George Marathon
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 30 - 12:08 p.m. | Save Story
A fatal auto-pedestrian crash involving a pickup truck and a man training for the St. George Marathon remained under investigation Tuesday.
Iconic Cedar City Lighthouse set for demolition to make way for freeway expansion
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Sept. 29 - 4:10 p.m. | Save Story
Cedar City may have the only landlocked lighthouse in the lower 48, but that's not enough to save it from demolition.
Man stabbed 2 people after being kicked out of St. George bar, police say
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 29 - 1:15 p.m. | Save Story
A man is facing criminal charges accusing him of stabbing two people outside a St. George bar after he was kicked out for being too intoxicated.
Albertsons recalls several deli items due to potential listeria contamination
Associated Press | Updated Sept. 29 - 10:29 a.m. | Save Story
Albertsons Companies has recalled several deli products due to potential listeria contamination.
St. George man accused of kidnapping girl sentenced to jail; deportation to follow
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Sept. 29 - 8:00 a.m. | Save Story
A kidnapping charge was dropped, but a man accused of driving off with a juvenile earlier this year will serve seven months in jail before being deported.
Where to see fall colors in southern Utah right now
Alysha Lundgren, St. George News | Posted Sept. 28 - 7:22 p.m. | Save Story
As temperatures drop, trees shake off the summer greens. In southern Utah's mountains, fall is fleeting, so now is the time to take in all the scents and sights autumn has to offer.
'An exciting day for Enoch': Officials break ground on 8th Lin's Market grocery store
Jeff Richards, St. George News | Posted Sept. 27 - 9:46 p.m. | Save Story
Officials broke ground last Friday on a new Lin's Market grocery store to be located in Enoch.
Grand Canyon's North Rim to partially reopen for first time since devastating fire
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 26 - 9:24 p.m. | Save Story
The North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park is set to partially reopen next week for the first time since a pair of massive wildfires destroyed many of its beloved buildings this summer.
In wake of Charlie Kirk's death, Utah Tech police chief addresses campus safety, gun laws
Mori Kessler, St. George News | Posted Sept. 26 - 7:28 a.m. | Save Story
Following the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University earlier this month, questions of campus security and Utah gun laws have been raised, with both police and lawmakers offering clarification.
