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'I was not in the right state of mind': Man convicted in fatal crash cites growth, seeks parole
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted March 31 - 6:02 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah prison inmate who admits he had an addiction problem when he hit and killed a man in 2021 in American Fork is seeking parole.
American Fork man sent to prison for murdering brother-in-law after judge hears telling jail call
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted March 31 - 5:01 p.m. | Save Story
Kevin Ellis, who was found guilty of murdering his brother-in-law, was given consecutive prison sentences after a judge heard a jail phone call and comments from the victim's family.
90-year-old woman dies in multi-car crash in Provo
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted March 31 - 3:34 p.m. | Save Story
Provo police are investigating a crash that killed a 90-year-old woman.
9-year-old dies in ATV crash in Utah County
Curtis Booker, KSL | Updated March 30 - 10:55 p.m. | Save Story
A 9-year-old boy died in an ATV accident Sunday, according to the Utah County Sheriff's Office.
Human remains found in Utah mountains bring up mixed emotions for families of missing people
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted March 30 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
The discovery of human remains in the mountains above Springville over the weekend is stirring a mix of hope and anxiety for families of missing people across Utah.
Tyler Robinson wants preliminary hearing pushed back, citing substantial evidence to review
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted March 30 - 12:10 p.m. | Save Story
Tyler Robinson and his defense team have filed a motion requesting that his preliminary hearing, scheduled in May, be continued or vacated. He is charged with capital murder.
Over a thousand people join Lindon Palm Sunday walk
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted March 29 - 7:20 p.m. | Save Story
Over a thousand people showed up to the short walk on Sunday, while singing hymns and waving palm fronds, that ended with a devotional near the Lindon Utah Temple.
Human remains found above Springville in Utah County
Payton Davis, KSL | Posted March 29 - 6:47 p.m. | Save Story
Human remains were discovered in the mountains above Springville Saturday night, police said.
3 Utah students chosen for honor ensembles in national music festival
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted March 29 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Three very talented Utah high school musicians get to show their talents at a national music festival.
How UVU and Loveland Living Planet Aquarium are partnering to boost oceanography in Utah
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted March 29 - 2:00 p.m. | Save Story
On Wednesday, Utah Valley University entered into a partnership with the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium to provide undergraduates with expanded learning and research opportunities.
'He's done it so many times'; Family remembers BASE jumper who died in Rock Canyon accident
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted March 28 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
The family of a man who died in a BASE jumping accident in Provo is remembering the skilled instructor and outdoor enthusiast, who they believe lived without regret.
Billionaire buys Payson movie theater with mission to uplift
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted March 28 - 10:41 a.m. | Save Story
A longtime movie theater in Utah County is getting a remake with a new look and a new focus for the types of movies it puts on the screen.
Utah County leaders raise awareness for seniors with Meals on Wheels
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted March 27 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
Elected officials deliver nutrition and connection to Utah seniors for annual Meals on Wheels campaign.
More than 150 kids join BYU's Cosmo to bike to school in Orem
Cassidy Wixom and Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted March 27 - 6:35 p.m. | Save Story
More than 150 kids were biking, laughing, and having a good time with Cosmo the Cougar on their commute to Cascade Elementary School on Friday.
'The Office' star Rainn Wilson will be a special guest on upcoming season of 'Studio C'
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted March 27 - 6:08 a.m. | Save Story
Cue the laugh track — "Studio C" is bringing in funnyman Rainn Wilson as a special guest for its upcoming season, it announced on Tuesday.
Spring break travel could cause delays on big Utah roads despite rising gas prices
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 26 - 10:39 p.m. | Save Story
The average price of a gallon of regular gas surpassed $4 statewide this week, but Utah transportation officials say they don't expect that it will dissuade spring break travel.
Have You Seen This? Men's chorus sings the BYU fight song as a hymn
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted March 26 - 3:28 p.m. | Save Story
The BYU Men's Chorus recently released a version of the BYU fight song with harmonies that are simply beautiful.
Attorney says client did not intentionally kill Santaquin police sergeant
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted March 26 - 12:15 p.m. | Save Story
More evidence was presented Thursday in a preliminary hearing for Michael Jayne, charged with killing a Santaquin police officer. His attorney said the death was not intentional.
