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Utah Highway Patrol launches holiday DUI crackdown and Lyft program
Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted July 1 - 8:30 p.m. | Save Story
Utah leaders are rolling out a new impaired driving crackdown ahead of two busy holiday weekends, paired with a statewide ride-share incentive aimed at reducing DUIs.
What major modifications to federal student loans are taking effect July 1
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted July 1 - 7:30 p.m. | Save Story
A major overhaul of the federal loan system went into effect Wednesday with fewer repayment options and new borrowing limits for parents of college students and some graduate students.
Utah's Fourth of July events celebrating America 250
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted July 1 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
From parades and festivals to drone shows and colonial villages, here is a look at some of the Utah events leading up to July 4.
With eyes trained on future, Stadler reminisces on 10 years in Utah
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted July 1 - 6:00 p.m. | Save Story
Stadler Rail on Wednesday celebrated 10 years in the Beehive State, marked by yet another expansion to the facility and a visit from Swiss President Guy Parmelin.
'The light is coming': How the World Cup is bringing hope and unity to Bosnians in Utah
Ariel Harmer, Deseret News | Posted July 1 - 5:06 p.m. | Save Story
As the U.S. prepares to face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup Wednesday night, fans of the small Balkan nation see the game as a symbol of hope for a once-broken country.
Where you can and can't light personal fireworks in Utah this Fourth of July
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 1 - 5:00 p.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."
'Committed to getting better': Taylor Frankie Paul voluntarily entered rehab
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted July 1 - 4:00 p.m. | Save Story
Taylor Frankie Paul voluntarily checked into a rehab facility at the recommendation of her doctor, and has since checked out, according to a new report.
Man accused of moving dead body arrested
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted July 1 - 3:02 p.m. | Save Story
South Salt Lake police have arrested a man for investigation of abuse or desecration of a dead body, but the investigation into the decedent's death continues.
Map released for Utah National Guard flyover to celebrate America's 250th
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Updated July 1 - 2:39 p.m. | Save Story
Utahns across the state will get to enjoy a patriotic military display on the Fourth of July as part of Hill Air Force Base's "Freedom 250 Celebration."
Convicted murderer Kouri Richins seeks a new trial
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted July 1 - 2:30 p.m. | Save Story
Kouri Richins, convicted of killing her husband in 2022, says the court was biased in favor of the state and is requesting a new trial.
New housing coordination division launches in Utah governor's office
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL and Joe Wirthlin, KSL | Updated July 1 - 1:48 p.m. | Save Story
The governor's office launched Utah's new Division of Housing and Community Development to unify new and existing housing programs under a single banner.
'Oops': Utah senator, Fox News apologize for linking data center foes to China
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted July 1 - 1:40 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah senator and Fox News offered apologies connected to allegations that foes of the Box Elder County data center project are linked to China, while Kevin O'Leary offered a clarifying statement.
It's official: Salt Lake City shatters previous record-low snow collection total
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 1 - 1:32 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's capital city added one last record to the rough winter that the state experienced.
Draw down of Pineview Reservoir creates recreation, business concerns
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted July 1 - 12:05 p.m. | Save Story
Pineview Reservoir will be significantly drawn down towards the end of this summer as Ogden city prepares to replace part of an aging water pipeline.
Cox: America needs a new generation of electricity
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted July 1 - 11:34 a.m. | Save Story
Gov. Spencer Cox has spent his political capital to persuade his constituents that America is on the cusp of a new era of energy production. But it is an opportunity, not a guarantee.
Widow of Granite Mountain Hotshot supports families after deadly border wildfire
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted July 1 - 11:01 a.m. | Save Story
The deaths of three wildland firefighters make the anniversary of another fire tragedy even more somber this year.
Salt Lake Temple ready for seismic activity
Joe Wirthlin, KSL | Posted July 1 - 9:44 a.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced that the Salt Lake Temple was officially prepared for seismic activity after the removal of base isolator plates.
Utah's wildfire season built for months before the flames arrived
Eva Terry, Deseret News | Posted July 1 - 8:34 a.m. | Save Story
With about half of the summer remaining, Utah has already experienced 390 wildfires. The recipe for it has been simple, and this year, deadly.
Where to watch fireworks this Fourth of July weekend
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted July 1 - 7:37 a.m. | Save Story
Here is where firework shows will be happening across Utah this Fourth of July weekend.
Business & Tech »
Here are early warning signs that you've been hacked and how you can protect yourself
- With eyes trained on future, Stadler reminisces on 10 years in Utah
- Sony to end discs for new PlayStation releases as gaming shifts online
- 'The light is coming': How the World Cup is bringing hope and unity to Bosnians in Utah
- US declines to extend North American trade deal, starting clock to end it while seeking changes
Education »
Provo-Orem cracks another coveted national list
- University of Utah graduates have the best odds of launching $1B company, Stanford study finds
- SCOTUS upholds state laws banning transgender girls from school athletic teams
- This Utah school district is projected to be debt-free by 2031
- BYU nursing professors, students working to transform mountain rescue operations in India
Environment »
Sightings of humpback whales surge in Rio de Janeiro, fueling demand for whale-watching trips
- Relocating 6 million Singapore bees and counting, one nest at a time
- Where you can and can't light personal fireworks in Utah this Fourth of July
- 'Oops': Utah senator, Fox News apologize for linking data center foes to China
- It's official: Salt Lake City shatters previous record-low snow collection total
Politics »
Why are your taxes increasing? Numerous Utah cities pursue property tax hikes
- Russian drone, missile attack on Kyiv hits residential buildings, injures 16
- Trump honors Theodore Roosevelt in North Dakota, debuts new Air Force One
- US declines to extend North American trade deal, starting clock to end it while seeking changes
- Much more than a piece of furniture, the president's Resolute Desk has echoed through history
Religion »
Salt Lake Temple ready for seismic activity
- Church of Jesus Christ volunteers deliver care kits after Venezuela earthquakes
- Utah Symphony, Church of Jesus Christ call for pioneer-era instruments
- Israel moves to formally recognize Armenian WWI deaths as a genocide
- 'Tonight is all about hope': Tabernacle Choir ends world tour with Hollywood Bowl benefit concerts
Science »
Here are early warning signs that you've been hacked and how you can protect yourself
- Sightings of humpback whales surge in Rio de Janeiro, fueling demand for whale-watching trips
- Retrofitted Qatari jet takes flight as Air Force One for Trump's trip to North Dakota
- Cox: America needs a new generation of electricity
- A rare dinosaur fossil from Antarctica is found tucked away in a drawer
Utah Counties »
Why are your taxes increasing? Numerous Utah cities pursue property tax hikes
- What major modifications to federal student loans are taking effect July 1
- With eyes trained on future, Stadler reminisces on 10 years in Utah
- 'The light is coming': How the World Cup is bringing hope and unity to Bosnians in Utah
- 'Committed to getting better': Taylor Frankie Paul voluntarily entered rehab
