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Ex-judge sentenced to prison on 3 felony charges in sexual misconduct case

Ex-judge sentenced to prison on 3 felony charges in sexual misconduct case

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 3:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

A former Box Elder County Justice Court judge was sentenced to zero to five years imprisonment on each of three felony charges in his sexual misconduct case.
Down payments on homes nationwide are … down?

Down payments on homes nationwide are … down?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted June 8 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Buyers nationwide are putting less money down on homes than they did a year ago, according to a new analysis by Redfin, an online real estate brokerage.
New wildfire in Millard County expands to nearly 1,400 acres

New wildfire in Millard County expands to nearly 1,400 acres

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 2:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new wildfire has expanded to over 1,300 acres after sparking Sunday near Scipio in Millard County.
'My roots are Peruvian': Peruvians in Utah cast ballots in nation's presidential contest

'My roots are Peruvian': Peruvians in Utah cast ballots in nation's presidential contest

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 1:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Peruvians living abroad may vote in the nation's presidential elections, and many in Utah flocked to a polling place in Salt Lake City to cast ballots.
Pentagon updates religious categories after pushback from Utah lawmakers

Pentagon updates religious categories after pushback from Utah lawmakers

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 1:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Department of War updated its list of faith codes Monday after pushback from some members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints over the faith not being classified as "Christian."
Utah County store owners accused of selling illegal drug products, fake pee

Utah County store owners accused of selling illegal drug products, fake pee

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 12:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

The owners of a Lehi convenience store have been charged for allegedly selling marijuana products and synthetic urine.
Motorcyclist killed in crash with semi on Mountain View Corridor in Herriman

Motorcyclist killed in crash with semi on Mountain View Corridor in Herriman

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 12:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

A motorcyclist was killed Monday in a collision with a semi truck that closed Mountain View Corridor for several hours in Herriman.
Some lawmakers weigh possible changes to Utah's new voter privacy laws

Some lawmakers weigh possible changes to Utah's new voter privacy laws

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 12:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

A group of state lawmakers is convening a working group to consider possible changes to Utah's new voter privacy law after public outcry from voters.
Third of 4 auto shop employees accused of giving fake emissions tests pleads guilty

Third of 4 auto shop employees accused of giving fake emissions tests pleads guilty

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 10:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

The third of four auto shop employees in Orem accused of giving fake emissions tests to vehicles that otherwise wouldn't pass has pleaded guilty.
Utahns' love/hate relationship with artificial intelligence

Utahns' love/hate relationship with artificial intelligence

Art Raymond, Deseret News  |  Posted June 8 - 10:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new Deseret News poll reveals a marked disconnect when it comes to Utahns' feelings about AI, versus the data complexes that underpin the fast-advancing technology sector.
Colorado man given 12 years in prison for traveling to Utah for sex with a minor

Colorado man given 12 years in prison for traveling to Utah for sex with a minor

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 9:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

A repeat child sex offender from Colorado was handed a 12½-year federal prison sentence Wednesday for traveling to Utah to sexually assault a child.
Former BYU, NFL greats have their brains examined, results positive

Former BYU, NFL greats have their brains examined, results positive

Lee Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted June 8 - 8:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Tom Holmoe and Jim Herrmann participated in a clinical trial testing the effect of infrared light treatment on brain health.
Here's what Utahns need to know about significant student loan changes set to take effect in July

Here's what Utahns need to know about significant student loan changes set to take effect in July

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 8:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

Significant changes to federal student loan laws enacted through the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act are set to take effect on July 1, with major shakeups for both current borrowers and those looking to apply.
BYU student builds AI-powered resale app

BYU student builds AI-powered resale app

Deanie Wimmer, KSL  |  Posted June 8 - 7:13 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Brigham Young University student built and launched an app called ResalePal, designed to help users quickly figure out how much their items are worth and take the guesswork out of pricing.
Why there's a 9-foot-tall piano sitting outside of Abravanel Hall

Why there's a 9-foot-tall piano sitting outside of Abravanel Hall

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Updated June 8 - 6:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

A 9-foot-tall playable piano art piece draws attention to an event coming to Salt Lake City this month, but it also might inspire new players.
Layton officials may explore alternative sites as dog park debacle continues

Layton officials may explore alternative sites as dog park debacle continues

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted June 7 - 10:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Layton residents bark back at a proposed off-leash dog park; other options may be explored.
'He probably has unlimited love': St. George man reflects on life with twin with Down syndrome

'He probably has unlimited love': St. George man reflects on life with twin with Down syndrome

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted June 7 - 9:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jordan and Logan Fowlke are twin brothers who have a unique and rare connection — Jordan Fowlke has Down syndrome and Logan Fowlke doesn't.
Lindon community supports man after heart transplant

Lindon community supports man after heart transplant

Tyrese Boone, KSL  |  Posted June 7 - 8:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A yard sale stretching across four front yards in Lindon is drawing shoppers from across Utah Valley. Behind it is a community rallying around one family facing a major medical journey.
St. George apartment building destroyed in fire

St. George apartment building destroyed in fire

Ashley Imlay, KSL  |  Updated June 7 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Multiple households are displaced after an apartment building caught fire in St. George.