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Trump promotes idea of changing name of New Mexico to 'New America'

Marcelo Teixeira, Reuters  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 2:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump spent the early ​part of the Labor Day holiday posting memes on social media in support of ‌changing the name of the state of New Mexico to 'New ⁠America' as tense trade ​negotiations with Mexico ramp ⁠up.

Utah State searches for answers after season-opening loss to Idaho State

Brian Preece, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 1:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah State football opened the season with a result it didn't expect. Bronco Mendenhall didn't try to explain it away.

Peteetneet Fire in Payson now 60% contained

Madi Vollmer, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 1:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Peteetneet Fire near Nebo Loop Road in Payson is now 60% contained as firefighters continue battling the blaze from the ground and air.

KSL Outdoors Snapshot of the Week: September 5, 2026

VideoAdam Eakle, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 12:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

KSL Outdoors Snapshot of the Week from our September 5, 2026 episode.

Driver killed early Sunday in rollover crash

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 12:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A crash on I-80 early Sunday claimed the life of a driver, according to the Utah Highway Patrol.

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The conspiracy machine that won't let Charlie Kirk rest

Emma Pitts, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 11:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

His allies thought speculation about his assassination would fade. Nearly a year later, it has only evolved.

Bicyclist hit, killed in Provo

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 11:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

A bicylist was hit by a car and later died at a hospital Monday morning.

Holocaust survivor to speak at University of Utah

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 9:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sora Vigorito, the youngest known survivor of Dr. Joseph Mengele's twin experiments during the Holocaust, will speak at the University of Utah on Tuesday, Sept. 15.

Nepal holds a day of mourning after floods kill at least 1,300 people

Binaj Gurubacharya, Associated Press  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 8:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

Nepal is holding a day of mourning to remember those killed in the Aug. 26 floods. Flags were lowered at government offices, and families concluded mourning rituals. The floods killed more than 1,300 people in Nepal and Tibet and left about 5,000 missing.

Oil prices hold near six-week highs on US-Iran attacks

Shadia Nasralla, Reuters  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 8:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

Oil prices were near six-week highs on Monday, creeping closer to $100 a barrel, as tit-for-tat strikes between ​the U.S. and Iran on vessels sailing in the Strait of Hormuz and other areas kept crude oil flows in the Middle East low.

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Young Ford's drift demos return to Wall Avenue

VideoYoung Automotive Group  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Young Ford has become a champion for the performance motorworks community. That's why in 2026, they'll be hosting the second installment of a staple event — their Drift Demos.

Lava Hot Springs celebrates grand opening of newly renovated hottest pool

Lisa Lete, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 7:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

Lava Hot Springs celebrated the reopening of its renovated hottest pool after a 10-month closure, with upgrades improving accessibility, safety, seating, landscaping and the overall visitor experience.

From the beginning of the Edwards Era, Dave Hanna watched a leadership guru at work 

Lee Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 7:11 a.m.  |  Save Story

Dave Hanna was there when it all began.

Trump's choice to lead the U.S. Navy was once displaced from war-torn Vietnam

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 10:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

When Hung Cao was 4 years old, he and his family fled their native Vietnam during the 1975 fall of Saigon, initially arriving in the American territory of Guam before ultimately making their home in the U.S. mainland.

Iran to tackle economic issues, says further attacks will be 'more painful'

Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 6 - 10:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Iran said it will step up efforts to tackle problems created by U.S. sanctions that are crippling its economy, while a senior Iranian official warned of a "painful response" if it comes under further attack.

Archers return to Utah with No. 1 seed, top defense, home-field advantage in PLL playoffs

VideoSean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 10:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Archers will open the the first of two Labor Day semifinals Monday against Rocky Mountain rival Denver at Zions Bank Stadium (1 p.m. MT, ESPN2) with a spot in the championship game at stake.

Utah data centers promise jobs and revenue, but opponents say benefits disappear

Leah Bowers, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah residents are asking questions about data centers, such as: Will their electricity go up? Will property taxes truly go down? Researchers say the answers depend.

USDA wants to rebuild the American beef herd. Idaho ranchers aren't sold yet

VideoRett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 8:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

The USDA is launching a plan to rebuild the nation's cattle herd and expand independent beef processing, but Idaho ranchers remain skeptical about the initiative's long-term impact.

Wildfire threatens structures in Payson

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 6 - 8:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

A wildfire dubbed the Peteetneet Fire threatened structures nearby in Payson after starting on Sunday near Nebo Loop Road.

Motorcyclist dies in crash after traffic buildup caused by Broad Fire

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 6 - 8:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

A motorcyclist died on Saturday when a chain-reaction crash happened in traffic conditions caused by a nearby fire burning in Weber Canyon.

Illinois mother texted friends about Lindsay Clancy's murder trial hours before killing her 2-year-old, prosecutors say

Dalia Faheid, CNN  |  Updated Sept. 6 - 7:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

An Illinois mother had become "very invested" in the high-profile Lindsay Clancy murder trial before prosecutors say she killed her 2-year-old son on Tuesday, according to witnesses cited in court documents.

Utah project to address native fish in Mill Creek sparks online controversy

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 7:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Wildlife biologists are wrapping up a project that seeks to enhance the native habitat for Bonneville cutthroat trout, but not before the project created a bit of a stir on social media.

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Utah businesses can lead the way in suicide prevention

Salt Lake Chamber  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Many resources can help businesses create environments where employees feel supported. Here are just a few that the Salt Lake Chamber has put together to help.