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2 arrested in Millcreek kidnapping, robbery investigation

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 11:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two men are accused of kidnapping and robbing a third man allegedly because he sent messages to a girlfriend of one of the assailants.

Fishing Pineview Reservoir before the drawdown: what anglers need to know

Adam Eakle, KSL  |  Updated July 22 - 11:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

Pineview Reservoir is being drawn down to 2%.The project has anglers across Utah asking a critical question: What will happen to the fishery?

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Utah Retro GameXpo features classics, oldies and goodies

Utah Retro GameXpo  |  Posted July 22 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

The upcoming Utah Retro GameXpo offers a chance to step back in time for a day or two.

South Salt Lake project causing head-on close-calls, residents plead for help

Sarah Martin, KSL  |  Updated July 22 - 11:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

A South Salt Lake resident said the major construction project outside his home is causing regular close calls with wrong-way drivers.

Louvre reopens Apollo Gallery after brazen heist, but no jewels are on display

The Associated Press  |  Updated July 22 - 11:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Louvre's Apollo gallery is reopening to the public for the first time since last year's crown jewels heist, though the museum has removed the collections and precious jewels.

Why was Utah first lady Abby Cox in South Salt Lake reading 'Pete the Cat?'

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted July 22 - 10:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah first lady Abby Cox spent part of her morning on Tuesday encircled by about a dozen kids and reading, out loud, "Pete the Cat."

New report ranks Ogden, Salt Lake City aerospace industries as among the nation's best

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 10:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new report singles out the aerospace and defense manufacturing sectors in the Ogden and Salt Lake City areas as among the nation's best.

Ukraine overhauls its military top brass for the fight against Russia

Hanna Arhirova and Illia Novikov, Associated Press  |  Updated July 22 - 9:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

Ukraine is pushing on with its fight against Russia under new military leadership, with Maj. Gen. Mykhailo Drapatyi taking command on Wednesday after the firing of Oleksandr Syrskyi.

State announces investments to keep 'Utah-grown food in Utah'

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 9:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah announced more than $9 million in grant funds will be awarded to local farmers this year as part of an expanded program to help strengthen the state's food supply.

Ogden City Council tabs former state lawmaker Jeremy Peterson to fill vacancy

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 9:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Ogden City Council picked former state lawmaker Jeremy Peterson to replace Shaun Myers, who will be stepping down from his council post.

Missing rushing goal 'set that fire' under Wayshawn Parker, and now he's out to prove it

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 9:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Wayshawn Parker ended the season 19 yards short of his mark, finishing with 981 rushing yards, six touchdowns and averaging 6.6 yards per carry.

Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro back to court for pretrial hearing in his US drug trafficking case

Michael R. Sisak and Larry Neumeister, Associated Press  |  Updated July 22 - 8:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

Nicolás Maduro will return to a New York courtroom as his lawyers continue their objections to the U.S. military action that snatched Venezuela's president from power.

How fireworks affect wildlife, pets

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 8:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

Wildlife officials and the Best Friends Animal Society are providing information on how fireworks affect pets and wildlife ahead of Pioneer Day and how to prepare pets for fireworks.

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Healing starts here: Why timely MRI results matter for your health and well-being

TaylorMED MRI  |  Posted July 22 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

While every medical situation is unique, physicians generally agree that timely imaging and prompt interpretation help reduce unnecessary delays in diagnosis, treatment planning and recovery.

Woman sent to prison for killing boyfriend after bringing people into his room where he got shot

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 7:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Ariana Aguilar was sentenced to prison for murder and aggravated burglary after a jury found she helped her daughter and a group of teenage boys into her boyfriend's home where he was shot.

US and Iran attacks rage; officials question if diplomacy can stop march toward war resuming

Jon Gambrell, Associated Press  |  Updated July 22 - 7:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

The United States and Iran continued to exchange fire across the Middle East on Wednesday, raising concerns about diplomatic efforts to save an interim deal.

Neighbors work together to fight flames, get others to safety amid fast-moving fire in Roy

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Updated July 22 - 6:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

During the chaotic moments after a fast-moving brush fire erupted Monday, people along 2675 West said the actions of several neighbors helped lessen the impact and even likely saved lives.

Survey: Gap exists between students, educators when it comes to using, understanding AI

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted July 22 - 6:19 a.m.  |  Save Story

From K-12 to higher education, a significant gap exists when it comes to students' and teachers' incorporation of artificial intelligence.

Firefighters, community honor Provo captain and family killed in flash flood

Shelby Lofton and Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted July 21 - 10:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Firefighters across northern Utah lined overpasses to honor Provo Fire Captain Spencer Long and four members of his family who were killed in a flash flood during a weekend camping trip.

Scam victims may have a chance to recover stolen money — but they must act fast

Matt Gephardt, KSL  |  Posted July 21 - 10:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The FBI has a team that works directly with banks to track and freeze fraudulent transfers, giving victims of scams something they often think they've lost: a chance.

Trump approves nuclear agreement that may allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium, two AP sources say

Aamer Madhani, Michelle L. Price and Jon Gambrell, Associated Press  |  Posted July 21 - 9:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump has approved an agreement with Saudi Arabia that could potentially provide the kingdom with uranium enrichment capability for its civilian nuclear program, according to two people familiar with the matter.

Here's how Utah is trying to lower its criminal recidivism rate, according to a new report

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted July 21 - 9:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah has a lower rate of people under "correctional control" than much of the nation but spends more per inmate each year compared to neighbors, according to a report.

A new e-scooter company is adding 1,000 vehicles to Salt Lake City's streets

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted July 21 - 8:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Veo Micromobility plans to add about 1,000 e-scooters to Salt Lake City's streets beginning on Wednesday, as it begins a five-year agreement with the city.