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Idaho firm plans to redevelop long-vacant site off Ogden's 12th Street and Wall Avenue

Idaho firm plans to redevelop long-vacant site off Ogden's 12th Street and Wall Avenue

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted May 24 - 9:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

An Idaho firm has acquired a long-vacant site off 12th Street and Wall Avenue in Ogden and plans to redevelop the location, probably with new retailers.
14-year-old former patient breaks ground on Huntsman Cancer Institute expansion

14-year-old former patient breaks ground on Huntsman Cancer Institute expansion

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted May 24 - 9:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Huntsman Cancer Institute is doubling the capacity of its proton therapy center. It is the only location the therapy, used in brain cancers and children's cancers, is available in Utah.
Amber Alert issued for 2 young boys abducted in Saratoga Springs; lives 'in danger'

Amber Alert issued for 2 young boys abducted in Saratoga Springs; lives 'in danger'

Sicily Stanton for KSL  |  Posted May 24 - 8:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Authorities issued an Amber Alert early Sunday for two young children believed to have been abducted by a family member in Saratoga Springs, and are asking the public for help locating them and the suspect.
Utah lawmakers to study impact of data centers on wildlife, environment

Utah lawmakers to study impact of data centers on wildlife, environment

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted May 24 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

A state legislative panel voted Wednesday to study the impact of data centers on wildlife and other natural resources in light of a large proposed data center in Box Elder County.
Your guide to Memorial Day food deals in 2026

Your guide to Memorial Day food deals in 2026

Emma Neff, Deseret News  |  Posted May 23 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

From Arby's and Baskin Robbins to Shake Shack and Olive Garden, there's a deal for everyone to enjoy this Memorial Day weekend.
Salt Lake City passes road closure that could solve last remaining train horn issue

Salt Lake City passes road closure that could solve last remaining train horn issue

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A small, indefinite road closure in Salt Lake City could help fix a complaint that west side residents have had for years.
A Utah man's journey through family separation and childhood cancer to self-defense

A Utah man's journey through family separation and childhood cancer to self-defense

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 7:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dwight Hargett knew Parowan was the place he wanted to move his family. Wanting to protect them and give them tools to protect themselves, he opened a gym teaching self-defense.
USU researchers working with beavers to preserve water

USU researchers working with beavers to preserve water

Shelby Lofton, KSL and Simone Seikaly, KSL   |  Posted May 23 - 6:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

By observing and studying beavers, Utah State Riverscapes professor Joe Wheaton is teaching students how to provide solutions to local farmers.
Mortgage rates rose sharply this week across the nation

Mortgage rates rose sharply this week across the nation

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted May 23 - 5:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mortgage rates reached 6.51% Thursday, the highest level since August 2025, according to Freddie Mac, as the Iran war continues to drive up costs.
'A team effort': EPA head backs $1B budget request after touring Great Salt Lake

'A team effort': EPA head backs $1B budget request after touring Great Salt Lake

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 5:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Lee Zeldin, the administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, joined several Utah politicians and state officials for an airboat tour of the bay Saturday.
Motorcyclist dies after colliding with SUV in West Valley City

Motorcyclist dies after colliding with SUV in West Valley City

Alex Tumalip, KSL  |  Updated May 23 - 3:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

A motorcyclist died after colliding with an SUV on eastbound state Route 201 in West Valley City on Saturday afternoon.
1 dead, 3 injured in West Jordan crash after vehicle flees during traffic stop

1 dead, 3 injured in West Jordan crash after vehicle flees during traffic stop

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Updated May 23 - 2:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

A person believed to be under 18 has died after a Toyota fled from a police officer during a traffic stop and later collided with an SUV early Saturday in West Jordan.
West Valley man armed with baseball bat arrest in road rage confrontation, police say

West Valley man armed with baseball bat arrest in road rage confrontation, police say

Brian West, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 2:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

A West Valley man was arrested Thursday after police say he threatened a woman and hit her vehicle with a baseball bat during a road rage confrontation.
'This is our water': Hundreds of Utahns rally against proposed Box Elder data center

'This is our water': Hundreds of Utahns rally against proposed Box Elder data center

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Updated May 23 - 1:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

More than 600 people rallied at the Utah Capitol on Saturday afternoon, calling for an end to the proposed Stratos Project data center development in Box Elder County.
Utah father now accused of abusing 2 teen girls

Utah father now accused of abusing 2 teen girls

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 12:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

An Eagle Mountain father already facing charges accusing him of abusing his 14-year-old daughter is now accused of abusing the teen's sister.
Meet the Utah woman helping people running from polygamy

Meet the Utah woman helping people running from polygamy

Lee Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted May 23 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Harriet Tubman of Utah doesn't necessarily look like the sort of person who spends her life rescuing refugees. There are no discernible hard edges to her. She's not a tough talker. Get her going and she'll brag about her three daughters and her husband Larry. She smiles a lot; cries at the drop of a hat.
Roy man sentenced to home confinement in hit-and-run case

Roy man sentenced to home confinement in hit-and-run case

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 8:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Roy man has been sentenced to 60 days home confinement for failure to remain at the scene of an accident causing bodily injury in a hit-and-run crash last year.
New programs show promise in teen mental health crisis

New programs show promise in teen mental health crisis

Brenna Donnelly, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 7:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

Wait times have improved for Utah teens needing access to mental healthcare, thanks to a big boost from the state. But experts say there's still more that can be done.
Man shot, killed by Salt Lake police after exiting home with gun

Man shot, killed by Salt Lake police after exiting home with gun

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Updated May 23 - 7:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

One person was shot and killed by police in Salt Lake City Friday evening as officers responded to a home in the Ballpark neighborhood.