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Suspect in shooting at Idaho fast-food restaurant died from self-inflicted gunshot wound, police say

Suspect in shooting at Idaho fast-food restaurant died from self-inflicted gunshot wound, police say

The Associated Press  |  Posted Aug. 2 - 5:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

The suspect in a fatal shooting at a fast-food restaurant in Idaho died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said, crediting an off-duty officer and a citizen with firing shots that diverted him.
Tort claim, vandalized cameras and eastern Idahoans up in arms about Flock cameras

Tort claim, vandalized cameras and eastern Idahoans up in arms about Flock cameras

Logan Ramsey, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Aug. 2 - 9:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

While local law enforcement agencies have praised Flock cameras for the ability to help officers solve cases, many residents see them as a violation of their rights and privacy.
Female bomber kills at least three, injures 21 near Moscow restaurant, authorities say

Female bomber kills at least three, injures 21 near Moscow restaurant, authorities say

Andrew Osborn, Reuters  |  Posted Aug. 2 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

A homemade bomb carried by a woman killed at least three people and injured 21 near ​an upscale restaurant in central Moscow on Saturday evening, authorities said, amid unconfirmed speculation on social media that the attack may have been linked to the war in Ukraine.
Idaho fast food restaurant shooting leaves 3 dead and 7 injured, city spokesman says

Idaho fast food restaurant shooting leaves 3 dead and 7 injured, city spokesman says

Rebecca Boone and Martha Bellisle, Associated Press  |  Updated Aug. 1 - 11:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

Authorities in southern Idaho say a shooting at an In-N-Out Burger restaurant in southern Idaho has resulted in multiple people dead and others injured.
Multiple wildfires spark across Utah as temperatures soar

Multiple wildfires spark across Utah as temperatures soar

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL and Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 1 - 9:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

New wildfires have been reported over the last 24 hours as temperatures across Utah soar. The National Weather Service issued an Extreme Heat Warning for parts of Utah until Sunday night.
Dogs, geese found in Kearns home; woman arrested

Dogs, geese found in Kearns home; woman arrested

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 1 - 5:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Kearns woman was arrested for investigation of multiple counts of animal cruelty after police say they found dogs and birds living in poor conditions at her home.
Midvale apartment fire contained after burning for 27 hours

Midvale apartment fire contained after burning for 27 hours

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 1 - 1:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Unified Fire Authority announced that the Midvale Apartment Fire was under control after crews battled the blaze overnight. Preliminary investigations point to a mechanical issue in the attic.
Girl in critical condition after near-drowning at Murray's Willow Pond Park

Girl in critical condition after near-drowning at Murray's Willow Pond Park

Garna Mejia, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 1 - 8:10 a.m.  |  Save Story

A girl is in critical condition after she was pulled from the water Thursday afternoon at Willow Pond Park in Murray.
New York sues prediction market platform Kalshi alleging 'illegal gambling operation'

New York sues prediction market platform Kalshi alleging 'illegal gambling operation'

Dave Collins, Associated Press  |  Posted July 31 - 10:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

New York officials sued prediction market platform Kalshi for potentially billions of dollars on Friday, calling it an "illegal, unlicensed gambling operation" that includes sports wagering as the state seeks to halt its operations and force the company to forfeit its profits.
Hundreds evacuated in Midvale apartment fire

Hundreds evacuated in Midvale apartment fire

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL and Daniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated July 31 - 9:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

A fire sparked evacuations in a Midvale apartment complex on Friday, as smoke went from the fourth floor to the roof.
Driver charged in fatal Provo crash that resulted in death of 90-year-old passenger

Driver charged in fatal Provo crash that resulted in death of 90-year-old passenger

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 31 - 6:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A woman accused of causing a fatal crash by making a left turn into oncoming traffic is now facing charges.
Authorities release early ransom note in Nancy Guthrie case, hoping someone recognizes it

Authorities release early ransom note in Nancy Guthrie case, hoping someone recognizes it

Jacques Billeaud, Associated Press  |  Posted July 31 - 4:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Authorities have released an early ransom note in the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie in hopes that someone will recognize the writing style.
Kouri Richins' mortgage fraud case to resume in October

Kouri Richins' mortgage fraud case to resume in October

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 31 - 4:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

With Judge Richard Mrazik presiding over Kouri Richins' cases again, new court dates have been set for August and October.
State Crime Lab test shows Douglas Carter's DNA isn't on murder scene evidence, defense says

State Crime Lab test shows Douglas Carter's DNA isn't on murder scene evidence, defense says

Amy Donaldson, KSL  |  Updated July 31 - 3:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

A report from the Utah State Crime Lab didn't find Douglas Carter's DNA on any of the crime scene evidence related to the death of 57-year-old Eva Olesen in 1985.
Layton police raid home believed to raise roosters for fighting

Layton police raid home believed to raise roosters for fighting

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted July 31 - 3:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Police raided a home in Layton that they say was raising roosters for illegal rooster fighting.
California man accused of fraudulently getting Apple, Nintendo products at Utah Costcos

California man accused of fraudulently getting Apple, Nintendo products at Utah Costcos

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 31 - 2:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

A California man is accused of using bank cards obtained illegally to purchase Apple and Nintendo products at Costco stores across Utah and Salt Lake counties, and then shipping them out of state.
Mother praises Salt Lake City police response after autistic teen mistaken for assault suspect

Mother praises Salt Lake City police response after autistic teen mistaken for assault suspect

Annette Campbell, KSL  |  Updated July 31 - 11:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

What began as a frightening encounter for a Salt Lake City mother and her autistic teenage son ended with appreciation for the officers who responded after a mistaken 911 call.
TRAX Green Line derailed after collision with car in Salt Lake City

TRAX Green Line derailed after collision with car in Salt Lake City

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Updated July 31 - 9:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

A car turned in front of a TRAX Green Line train, colliding with the train and causing it to derail. A bus bridge was put in place between the Airport and North Temple stations.
Man with 'predatory behavior' charged 9 months after prior conviction

Man with 'predatory behavior' charged 9 months after prior conviction

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 31 - 7:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

A 19-year-old man convicted less than a year ago of engaging in sexual activity with a young teen has been charged with a similar crime.