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Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses

Ronald Blum, Associated Press  |  Updated July 7 - 1:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

The United States' hopes for a deep World Cup run at home ended when Charles De Ketelaere scored twice and assisted on another goal, helping Belgium expose the Americans' defensive liabilities in a 4-1 win Monday night that earned a quarterfinal berth. While the U.S. was boosted by the presence of star forward Folarin Balogun, whose one-game red-card suspension was controversially lifted by FIFA, American defenders were at fault in a pair of first-half goals and a gaffe by goalkeeper Matt Freese gave the Red Devils a third early in the second half. Romelu Lukaku added Belgium's final goal in stoppage time.

Darryn Peterson silences critics in summer league outing against Cam Boozer, Grizzlies

Chandler Holt, KSL  |  Posted July 7 - 12:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

Even after an electric 28-point debut in the first game of the Salt Lake City Summer League on Saturday, some people didn't let off on their critiques of Darryn Peterson.

Salt Lake Valley sees quiet July Fourth weekend, some Utah fires reported

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Updated July 6 - 10:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake Valley saw a quieter Fourth of July weekend, but some Utah fires were reported.

Cellphone bill that never should have existed finally goes away

Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL  |  Posted July 6 - 9:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah man struggled to get his cellphone company to stop trying to collect on a debt he should not owe.

Integrity of World Cup is questioned as Trump, FIFA defend actions surrounding Balogun suspension

Graham Dunbar, Associated Press  |  Updated July 6 - 8:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

With the integrity of FIFA and the World Cup under attack from European soccer leaders, FIFA President Gianni Infantino acknowledged taking a call from President Donald Trump before U.S. forward Folarin Balogun was cleared to play against Belgium later Monday. Balogun was issued a red card in the U.S. match vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina last week, resulting in a suspension for the Belgium contest. Trump called Infantino after the game with Bosnia to plead his case to overturn the call, and FIFA lifted the suspension on Sunday. That prompted a day of off-field furor at the World Cup.

Trump says he's building a White House helipad for a new, more powerful Marine One

Will Weissert and Konstantin Toropin, Associated Press  |  Updated July 6 - 8:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump said Monday that he's building a granite helipad on the White House lawn, insisting that the landing area is needed to accommodate new, more powerful presidential choppers.

ICE enforcement in Idaho Falls has increased, local police say

Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted July 6 - 8:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Local law enforcement confirms that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is conducting a series of targeted arrests in Idaho Falls.

Democrats begin pulling Platner endorsements after Maine candidate faces sexual assault allegation

Kimberlee Kruesi And Nicholas Riccardi, Associated Press  |  Updated July 6 - 7:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Politico reports that a woman has accused Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner of sexual assault. Platner denied the allegations Monday, but said he'd consider the next steps for his campaign.

'My choice': Taylor Frankie Paul opens up about her decision to enter rehab

Margaret Darby, Deseret News  |  Posted July 6 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Taylor Frankie Paul is opening up about her decision to enter a rehab facility, a choice she said she made when she "needed extra help."

Man sentenced to prison for shooting, killing housemate while he was sleeping

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted July 6 - 6:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Miguel Zamora-Bonilla was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for murder after admitting to killing a man living in his home while affected by mental illness.

Trump says there will either be a deal with Iran or US will 'finish the job'

Bo Erickson, Steve Holland and Elwely Elwelly, Reuters  |  Updated July 6 - 5:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump ​said on Monday the United States would either reach a deal with Iran or "finish the job," renewing his threat of ‌military action as Tehran projects defiance following the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali ⁠Khamenei.

State tax officials push back against Ogden Valley's efforts to boost taxes

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted July 6 - 5:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah State Tax Commission is pushing back against Ogden Valley officials' moves to implement a 506% tax hike, citing precedent and taxation guidelines.

John Curtis says virtues like respect, charity are essential to protect religious freedom

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted July 6 - 4:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sen. John Curtis said virtues such as respect, civility and charity are essential to protecting religious liberty in a speech on the Senate floor last month ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary.

Man hit in back by suspected stray bullet at Fourth of July celebration, police say

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Updated July 6 - 3:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man was hit by a bullet that police believe was shot into the air somewhere nearby in Lehi on Saturday.

Have You Seen This? Mom shows what a '90s summer' is really like

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 6 - 3:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A mom shows what a "90s summer" is really like.

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What makes the perfect cheeseburger? Utah gets to decide

Dairy West  |  Posted July 6 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Before you cast your vote, here's a look at what makes a truly great cheeseburger

Mike Lee blames 'leftists,' 'Democrats' for white nationalist march on Fourth of July

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted July 6 - 2:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sen. Mike Lee blamed "leftists," "Democrats" and a civil rights group for a white nationalist march in Washington, D.C., without evidence that the groups were behind the march.

Ex-Ogden police officer charged in weekend crash that pinned, injured 11-year-old girl

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated July 6 - 2:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

A former Ogden police officer faces several felony counts in a crash that injured four people in a parking lot where they and others had gathered to watch a fireworks show.

State forester defends Utah's wildfire mitigation efforts amid destructive fire season

Heather Peterson, KSL  |  Posted July 6 - 2:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Some recent wildfire victims in Utah blame the U.S. Forest Service for inadequate forest management. The state forester says no amount of extra mitigation could have prevented this season's fires.

Rocky Mountain Power proposes settlement in Utah rate conflict

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted July 6 - 1:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Rocky Mountain Power last week proposed a settlement with the Utah Public Service Commission to add a 4.2% rate hike on top of the 4.7% increase commissioners approved last year.

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Your best KSL Classifieds find could be our next story

Kathleen Clove, KSL  |  Posted July 6 - 1:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

From the perfect deal to a new family pet, share your sweet experiences for a chance to win.

BYU lands 6 preseason All-Big 12 honors, led by returning RB LJ Martin

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted July 6 - 1:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Reigning Big 12 offensive player of the Year LJ Martin was named preseason offensive player of the year Monday in a vote of media that cover the league. He was one of six Cougars named to the All-Big 12 preseason team, along with Utah's Mana Carvalho.

Microsoft joins AI-driven tech layoff wave with 4,800 job cuts

Reuters  |  Posted July 6 - 1:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Microsoft is cutting about 2.1% of its workforce, or roughly 4,800 jobs, as the Windows maker restructures parts of its commercial and Xbox businesses, ​joining other tech titans in a wave of layoffs.