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Former Utah Senate candidate sentenced for sexual abuse

Former Utah Senate candidate sentenced for sexual abuse

Daniella Rivera, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 4:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A former Utah Senate candidate received his sentence Thursday in a forcible sexual abuse case that dragged on for years.
Former daycare workers at Hill Air Force Base charged with 'roughly handling,' assaulting children

Former daycare workers at Hill Air Force Base charged with 'roughly handling,' assaulting children

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 1 - 3:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Attorney's Office of Utah announced Thursday that three former daycare workers at Hill Air Force Base have been criminally charged with assaulting children.
Nucleus Institute breaks ground on Utah headquarters, innovation campus at The Point

Nucleus Institute breaks ground on Utah headquarters, innovation campus at The Point

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 3:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah leaders broke ground Wednesday on Convergence Point, an innovation campus that will serve as the permanent home of the Nucleus Institute.
Salt Lake business owner pleads guilty to laundering $17M in drug operation

Salt Lake business owner pleads guilty to laundering $17M in drug operation

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 2:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

A former Salt Lake County business owner pleaded guilty Wednesday to laundering more than $17 million in drug proceeds.
Utah senator proposes bills on data center transparency

Utah senator proposes bills on data center transparency

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 1:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sen. John Curtis is joining with a Democrat from Delaware to introduce a pair of bills aiming to increase the transparency of large data centers and give communities more information about potential impacts of their development.
'Major' rockfall closes section of Zion National Park

'Major' rockfall closes section of Zion National Park

Staff  |  Updated Oct. 1 - 1:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A section of Zion National Park was closed Wednesday afternoon due to a "major" rockfall, according to park officials.
Peptides: Do you actually need them? A pharmacist's honest opinion on popular options

Peptides: Do you actually need them? A pharmacist's honest opinion on popular options

VideoLauren Tippetts, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 12:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Pharmacist Phil Cowley shared what a peptide is and his honest take on some of the most popular peptides he is asked about.
Woman rescued after 100-foot fall near Red Hollow in Iron County

Woman rescued after 100-foot fall near Red Hollow in Iron County

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 12:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A woman was flown to the hospital after falling approximately 100 feet from the side of a mountain near Red Hollow in Iron County. State Route 14 was temporarily closed to allow the aircraft to land.
After 111 years, San Juan Record prints its final edition, but local journalism continues online

After 111 years, San Juan Record prints its final edition, but local journalism continues online

VideoAlex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 11:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

For 111 years, the news of San Juan County has arrived on paper. This week, that tradition comes to an end.
In the kitchen, Gabby finds joy after years in foster care

In the kitchen, Gabby finds joy after years in foster care

VideoAshley Moser, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 1 - 10:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sixteen-year-old Gabby, who has lived in five foster homes, finds comfort in cooking and hopes to find a caring family to call her own.
Man arrested after allegedly shooting coworker following drunken argument

Man arrested after allegedly shooting coworker following drunken argument

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

The alleged gunman claimed to police he was too intoxicated to remember happened.
Community rallies around 8-year-old boy battling rare bone cancer

Community rallies around 8-year-old boy battling rare bone cancer

VideoDan Rascon, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 1 - 9:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

An 8-year-old boy diagnosed with a rare bone cancer is inspiring those around him with his determination, while his school, friends and community come together to support his fight.
'Data Center Revolt' tour stops in Brigham City, stressing importance of public involvement

'Data Center Revolt' tour stops in Brigham City, stressing importance of public involvement

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 9:11 a.m.  |  Save Story

Participants in the nationwide Data Center Revolt tour stopped in Utah, stressing the importance of public involvement in data center planning and AI expansion.
Progressive Plants: Utah's 100-acre nursery grows plants for the local landscape

Progressive Plants: Utah's 100-acre nursery grows plants for the local landscape

VideoKathleen Clove, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 8:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

Nestled in the foothills of the dusty, barren Oquirrh Mountains is a world of color — acres and acres of it. It's the home of Progressive Plants, a nursery filled with everything a landscaper or homeowner could want.
Keith McMullin, former CEO of Deseret Management, dies at age 85

Keith McMullin, former CEO of Deseret Management, dies at age 85

Amy Ortiz, Deseret News  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 8:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Keith B. McMullin, formerly of the Presiding Bishopric of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and CEO and president of Deseret Management Corporation, died Wednesday.
Davis County deputies excavate back yard of former police officer in search of cold case victim

Davis County deputies excavate back yard of former police officer in search of cold case victim

VideoAudioDave Cawley, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Former officer Thomas Jackson was identified as a "person of interest" in the unsolved 1975 disappearance of Nancy Perry Baird.
New Airbnb program gives Utah farmers chance to diversify income

New Airbnb program gives Utah farmers chance to diversify income

VideoShelby Lofton, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 1 - 7:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new Airbnb program is offering up to $10,000 to Utah farmers and ranchers looking to start or expand farm stays, creating another source of income during challenging economic conditions.
Emery County man sentenced to prison after plea deal dismissed 40 of 51 felonies against him

Emery County man sentenced to prison after plea deal dismissed 40 of 51 felonies against him

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 6:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

An Emery County man was sentenced to prison after pleading no contest to having multiple guns as a restricted person. He was originally charged with 51 felonies, but was sentenced for 11.
Lawmakers blast Judicial Conduct Commission chair for ducking hearing

Lawmakers blast Judicial Conduct Commission chair for ducking hearing

VideoDaniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 1 - 6:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Members of the Legislative Audit Subcommittee criticized the absence of the commission's chairwoman, Cheylynn Hayman, who they said should have shown up to answer questions.