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Church of Jesus Christ announces 'unified fast' of gratitude for religious liberty

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 7:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints invited its members to participate in "unified fast" of gratitude this holiday weekend.

ICE arrests 10,000 in 5 days, a sharp late-June surge in Trump's deportation push

Rebecca Santana, Associated Press  |  Updated July 2 - 6:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 10,000 people over a five-day period at the end of June, marking a major push by the agency tasked with carrying out the Trump administration's mass deportations agenda.

How Utah determines whether fish are safe to eat

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 6:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

The toxic chemical that made Utah Lake carp unsafe to eat for years still exists in the lake today, even though that type of fish is no longer under a consumption advisory.

Layton man charged with raping, kidnapping girl in Ogden in 2016

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 6:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Layton man has been charged with raping and kidnapping a girl in Ogden in 2016, but authorities are still searching for the man.

Trump Accounts launch July 4, giving newborns $1,000. Here's what to know

Moriah Balingit, Associated Press  |  Updated July 2 - 5:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

On Saturday, the Trump administration plans to launch Trump Accounts in an effort to boost financial independence for American kids. Here's what to know about them.

Russia bombards Kyiv in deadliest strike this year, killing at least 27 people

Gleb Garanich and Olena Harmash, Reuters  |  Updated July 2 - 5:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Russia launched hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles at Ukraine's capital Kyiv in the early hours of Thursday, killing at least 27 people, wounding scores more and damaging around 130 buildings.

Utah senator shares picture of graffiti reading 'kill trillionaires,' says he's 'metaphorically speaking'

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 5:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah state Sen. Nate Blouin shared a picture of graffiti that read, in part, "kill trillionaires" on social media earlier this week, adding in the caption that he was "metaphorically speaking."

How firefighters keep track of new starts to keep the public safe

Sarah Martin, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 4:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

KSL took a closer look at how the huge support teams behind Utah's firefighters keep track of new starts and make sure the public gets timely alerts to stay safe.

Unlicensed contractor previously convicted faces new charges

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 4:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah man previously sent to prison for defrauding clients is facing new charges.

Have You Seen This? Man saves panicked fawn from swimming pool

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 3:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

After a fawn somehow stumbled into a Texas swimming pool, a man came to the rescue as the critter's worried mother looked on.

Tyler Robinson's appeal request denied by Utah Supreme Court

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 3:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The state's high court will not consider a judge's decision to allow electronic media in the courtroom for the Tyler Robinson capital murder trial.

Venezuelan security guard pulled alive from building basement 8 days after twin quakes

Fernanda Pesce and Juan Pablo Arraez, Associated Press  |  Posted July 2 - 3:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Rescuers have pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from a collapsed basement, ending an operation that became a symbol of hope after twin earthquakes that hit Venezuela.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are already married, New York Post's Page Six reports

Kurt Hall, Reuters  |  Posted July 2 - 2:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

Pop music megastar Taylor Swift and National Football League player Travis Kelce are married, the New York Post's Page Six reported on Thursday, citing unnamed sources.

Former Olympian indicted on felony charge over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism

Lindsay Whitehurst and Meg Kinnard, Associated Press  |  Updated July 2 - 2:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

A former Olympian has been indicted on a felony charge for alleged vandalism of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

Utah increases fishing limits at these 7 bodies of water affected by drought, construction

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 1:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah is increasing fishing limits at more bodies of water across the state, as water levels continue to drop from drought or will be lost to construction.

Delays of up to 20 minutes possible during Fourth of July weekend, UDOT says

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 1:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Fourth of July travel shouldn't be as hectic as other summer holidays in Utah, but transportation officials warn there could be some pockets of heavy traffic across the state.

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New patriotism poll: Are Utah voters optimistic at America 250?

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted July 2 - 12:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

How do Utahns feel about America at 250? A new poll conducted among 850 voters from June 16-22 found Utah divided on the question.

Big 12 football 2026 preseason rankings

KSL Sports  |  Posted July 2 - 12:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

As the Big 12 enters year three of the 16-team era, local college football teams have reason to be optimistic.

Utah man arrested for allegedly enticing teen girls online

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 12:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man who police say contacted teen girls on social media and told them he wanted to be their 'sugar daddy' has been arrested.

East High coach hopes to boost nonprofit through new clothing line

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 11:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

A high school basketball coach with a nonprofit that helps financially challenged students said that a new clothing line he started aims to help bolster the program and support more kids.

Microsoft launches firm to help companies adopt AI

Stephen Nellis, Reuters  |  Posted July 2 - 10:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

Microsoft said on Thursday it is creating a new company that will help ​customers select AI technologies that work for their businesses and generate returns on their investment.

Where you can and can't light personal fireworks in Utah this Fourth of July

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Updated July 2 - 10:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox recently issued an order banning personal fireworks amid Utah's worst fire season in at least six years. Cities, however, have the option to create "safe zones."

Despite devastation, Cottonwood Fire leaves behind 'islands of hope' on Beaver Mountain

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted July 2 - 10:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

The destruction from the Cottonwood Fire is overwhelming, but scattered among the burned forest are pockets of green, places where campgrounds, cabins and trees survived.