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This Utah ski hotel was just named world's best

This Utah ski hotel was just named world's best

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Stein Eriksen Lodge came away as "World's Best Ski Hotel," beating out hotels from 23 different countries, in the World Ski Awards.
New legislation makes health care access more affordable for employers and contractors

New legislation makes health care access more affordable for employers and contractors

Vamos Health  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

What if you could have access to health care that's simple, transparent, and built to help real people instead of insurance companies?
Devon Dampier, Byrd Ficklin and Utah football's QB inflection point

Devon Dampier, Byrd Ficklin and Utah football's QB inflection point

Josh Newman for KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 11:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

If Dampier cannot start vs. Kansas State, Ficklin will start in his place Saturday at Rice-Eccles Stadium
US lawmakers to vote on Epstein files release as Trump drops opposition

US lawmakers to vote on Epstein files release as Trump drops opposition

David Morgan and Nolan D. McCaskill, Reuters  |  Updated Nov. 18 - 11:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives will vote on Tuesday to force the release of Justice Department files on the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Patrick Kinahan: Style points would supplement BYU's playoff aspirations

Patrick Kinahan: Style points would supplement BYU's playoff aspirations

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 10:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Both football coaches are in accord, stating strong opposition to running up scores after outcomes are effectively decided, yet their united philosophy is becoming outdated by the week.
Kilby Block Party lineup announced. Here's who is coming to Salt Lake City in 2026

Kilby Block Party lineup announced. Here's who is coming to Salt Lake City in 2026

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 10:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Big names and recent Grammy Award nominees highlight a stacked lineup coming to one of Utah's largest music festivals next year.
Trump to host Saudi crown prince on pomp-filled, deal-making visit

Trump to host Saudi crown prince on pomp-filled, deal-making visit

Steve Holland, Matt Spetalnick and Humeyra Pamuk, Reuters  |  Updated Nov. 18 - 9:38 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump will roll out the red carpet for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday, with the Saudi de facto ruler seeking to further rehabilitate his global image.
Will Utah's 2034 Olympics be a repeat or a 'reimagining of what's possible?'

Will Utah's 2034 Olympics be a repeat or a 'reimagining of what's possible?'

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 9:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

Four-time Olympic speedskater Catherine Raney Norman sees the more than $200 million in contributions she's already helped raise for the 2034 Winter Games in Utah as an example of what sets the state apart.
Here's how BYU can clinch a Big 12 championship game berth this weekend

Here's how BYU can clinch a Big 12 championship game berth this weekend

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

When No. 11 BYU travels to Cincinnati in the penultimate game of the 2025 season Saturday, a championship — or at least, a title shot — will be at stake.
Kids can run their own cafe at Pocatello museum's new exhibit

Kids can run their own cafe at Pocatello museum's new exhibit

Logan Ramsey, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 8:54 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Pocatello children's museum held the grand opening of its newest exhibit, where kids can cooperatively pretend to run their own cafe and mini market.
Elderly Ogden man charged with sexually abusing employee at rehab facility

Elderly Ogden man charged with sexually abusing employee at rehab facility

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 8:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

A 78-year-old Ogden man has been charged with forcible sexual abuse of an employee at an Ogden health care rehabilitation facility where he was seeking care.
Utah athlete representing Ghana training for one more Olympic run

Utah athlete representing Ghana training for one more Olympic run

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Born in Ghana and living in Utah, Olympian Akwasi Frimpong is training in Park City for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, Italy.
3-week wait for a 15-minute scan: Why hospital MRI scheduling can be slow

3-week wait for a 15-minute scan: Why hospital MRI scheduling can be slow

TaylorMed MRI  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

When an MRI takes as little as 15 minutes, waiting three or four weeks for a scan can be infuriating.
Herriman man abused young son for not taking pills, eating his food and lifting weights, police say

Herriman man abused young son for not taking pills, eating his food and lifting weights, police say

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 7:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Herriman man was charged Monday with aggravated child abuse after police said hit and threatened a boy.
Here's where you can find Christmas plays and concerts in Utah this year

Here's where you can find Christmas plays and concerts in Utah this year

Valerie Jones, Deseret News  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 7:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Christmastime is here — and so are "The Nutcracker," "A Christmas Carol," the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and many more performances to get you in the holiday spirit.
First measles cases found in central Utah; state's total infections surpass 80

First measles cases found in central Utah; state's total infections surpass 80

Curtis Booker, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 6:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two cases of measles have been detected in central Utah, and the state now has over 80 cases of the virus.
Utahns align with national sentiment on releasing Epstein documents

Utahns align with national sentiment on releasing Epstein documents

Emma Pitts, Deseret News  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 6:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Debate in Congress over releasing the Epstein files has created unlikely alliances across party lines and disunity among partisan bedfellows.
Court condemns threats after Utah judge's redistricting ruling

Court condemns threats after Utah judge's redistricting ruling

Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV  |  Posted Nov. 17 - 10:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

A judge's decision to reject a congressional map drawn by lawmakers in favor of one proposed by voter groups has led to threats, the judiciary confirmed on Monday.
Border Patrol arrests over 130 in first 48 hours of Charlotte immigration operation

Border Patrol arrests over 130 in first 48 hours of Charlotte immigration operation

Brad Brooks, Reuters  |  Updated Nov. 17 - 9:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Over 130 people suspected of being in the U.S. illegally have been detained in Charlotte, North Carolina, authorities said on Monday.
Mountain View Village: Holiday Cheer around every corner

Mountain View Village: Holiday Cheer around every corner

Mountain View Village  |  Posted Nov. 17 - 9:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mark your calendars for an enchanting evening of holiday magic! Mountain View Village invites you to celebrate Santa's arrival Nov. 21 from 5-7 p.m
Granite School District holding public hearings to decide fate of 2 east-side elementary schools

Granite School District holding public hearings to decide fate of 2 east-side elementary schools

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 17 - 9:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two elementary schools in Granite School District's east side could be closing after officials recommended they shut down.
Are Grizzly bears making their way to Utah?

Are Grizzly bears making their way to Utah?

Mike Godfrey for KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 17 - 8:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A grizzly bear was seen approximately 20 miles east of Utah's northern border in April of this year. Experts weight in on what happens if the species returns to the Beehive State.
UN Security Council adopts US resolution on Trump's Gaza plan

UN Security Council adopts US resolution on Trump's Gaza plan

Simon Lewis, Reuters  |  Updated Nov. 17 - 7:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

The UN Security Council on Monday voted to adopt a U.S.-drafted resolution endorsing President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza and authorizing an international stabilization force for the Palestinian enclave.
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