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Beyond plastic: 3 tools turning Utah garages into professional micro-factories
Brooke Nally for KSL | Posted Jan. 14 - 6:28 p.m. | Save Story
From custom off-road parts for Moab-bound Jeeps to industrial-strength prototypes designed in Silicon Slopes, Utahns are trading "hobbyist" gear for professional-grade hardware.
Top Utah economist says Trump investigation of Fed chair could undermine 'entire economy'
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 14 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
The top economist at Utah's largest bank began his economic outlook report to state policymakers on Monday with a warning.
Second man charged in connection with West Jordan shooting
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Jan. 14 - 4:34 p.m. | Save Story
A second man who police say was involved in a shooting in a West Jordan neighborhood is now facing 23 felony charges.
Utah lawmakers look to pass new tax on tech companies
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 14 - 2:52 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox confirmed on Tuesday his interest in levying a tax against social media companies as part of his campaign to take on Big Tech in the name of safeguarding children.
Man allegedly upset relative lost fist fight charged in connection with shooting
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Jan. 14 - 1:32 p.m. | Save Story
A Lehi man is facing nearly two dozen felony charges for his alleged role in the shooting of an Eagle Mountain man.
'Nothing short of remarkable': UVU President Astrid Tuminez announces she is stepping down
Logan Stefanich and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Updated Jan. 14 - 12:50 p.m. | Save Story
After nearly seven years at the helm of Utah's largest university, Astrid Tuminez announced Wednesday she is stepping down from her role as president of Utah Valley University.
South Ogden man in ambush-style shooting dies; neighbor now facing murder charge
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Jan. 14 - 12:17 p.m. | Save Story
One of the two people shot in an ambush-style shooting last week in South Ogden has died and his neighbor is now facing an aggravated murder charge.
GOP lawmakers 'reply all' to defend Rep. Trevor Lee's comments about congressional candidate
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Jan. 14 - 10:05 a.m. | Save Story
Several GOP lawmakers defended Utah state Rep. Trevor Lee in a series of emails after a constituent wrote asking the Legislature to censure him for comments he made online.
Missing woman found dead in southern Utah
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Jan. 14 - 9:45 a.m. | Save Story
A missing woman was found dead in Washington County early Wednesday.
Man with gang ties arrested in connection with double killing in Salt Lake church parking lot
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Jan. 14 - 8:42 a.m. | Save Story
A man has been arrested after police say has not cooperated with their investigation into a shootout in a Salt Lake church parking lot that resulted in two men being killed.
Climbing USA seeks at least $250K more after hitting snag in preserving historic Utah building
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Jan. 14 - 8:05 a.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City is leaning toward a plan to rebuild a 119-year-old building within the Rio Grande District after initially seeking to preserve it as part of Climbing USA's planned new headquarters.
Salt Lake utilities workers modify plan, choose 'biofilter' over 'biotower' to address sewage gases
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted Jan. 14 - 7:40 a.m. | Save Story
Instead of a 30-foot biotower, Salt Lake City officials have gone with a smaller biofilter. But some residents are still concerned.
Man robbed West Jordan bank, then bought food and left stolen money as tip, police say
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Jan. 14 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
Police say a man robbed a West Jordan bank Monday, then used the money to buy a meal and left the rest as a tip.
Utah massage therapist charged with sexually abusing a third woman
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Jan. 14 - 6:45 a.m. | Save Story
A massage therapist charged last year with abusing two clients is now facing additional charges accusing him of sexually abusing a third woman.
Salt Lake County leaders commit to reconstruction of senior center
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Jan. 14 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
Construction of a Salt Lake senior center will continue despite previous consideration to pull its budget, the county's mayor said.
'Step it up': Group packs Salt Lake City meeting, calls on leaders to resist ICE
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Jan. 13 - 10:09 p.m. | Save Story
Over 100 residents showed up to Salt Lake City's first meeting of the year to voice their concerns about Immigration and Customs Enforcement and any potential ties with the city.
Amber Alert marks 30 years of saving lives in Utah and nationwide
Dan Rascon, KSL | Posted Jan. 13 - 9:30 p.m. | Save Story
Tuesday marked the 30th anniversary of the Amber Alert, sent when a child is in imminent danger, and officials say the program continues to save lives in Utah and around the country.
Why Utah's Senate president says the fight over Prop 4 is bigger than redistricting
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Jan. 13 - 8:20 p.m. | Save Story
The ongoing legal fight over Utah's congressional maps that has dominated headlines in recent months is shaping up to be a major issue in the upcoming legislative session.
Mobile clinic strives to help homeless in Ogden with nonemergency needs
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted Jan. 13 - 7:35 p.m. | Save Story
The Ogden Fire Department's new mobile outreach clinic began its service this week, aimed at homeless populations around the city, especially those who don't go to area shelters.
Education »
'Nothing short of remarkable': UVU President Astrid Tuminez announces she is stepping down
- US Supreme Court conservatives lean toward allowing transgender sports bans
- Teacher claims Utah Education Association misled members about political use of dues
- 6 students sue Davis School District, alleging retaliation for reporting alleged misconduct
- Report: About ½ of Utah's third graders struggle with reading — so what can be done?
Environment »
Salt Lake utilities workers modify plan, choose 'biofilter' over 'biotower' to address sewage gases
- There's a new 'driver' in Great Salt Lake water. Will Utah target it next?
- Wasatch Front air quality plummets from latest inversion. How long will it last?
- Utah's snowpack season has already been 'very strange.' Here's how this week helped
- Utah, Forest Service reach 20-year forest management agreement. Here's what that means
Police & Courts »
Utah fentanyl and meth seizures in 2025 shatter records, DEA says
- Part on UPS plane that crashed in Kentucky failed 4 times before on different planes, NTSB says
- Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested, accused of assaulting a ride-hail driver, police say
- Second man charged in connection with West Jordan shooting
- Man allegedly upset relative lost fist fight charged in connection with shooting
Religion »
After 70 years of marriage, this couple finally had their dream wedding!
- 'We weren't alone': Family shares miraculous story of survival in Michigan church attack
- March RootsTech conference to feature Steve Young, Elder Ronald A. Rasband
- Idahoans invited to complete 250,000 acts of service to celebrate America's 250th anniversary
- Church of Jesus Christ announces location, details for Spanish Fork temple
Utah Counties »
Utah fentanyl and meth seizures in 2025 shatter records, DEA says
- Second man charged in connection with West Jordan shooting
- Man allegedly upset relative lost fist fight charged in connection with shooting
- 'Nothing short of remarkable': UVU President Astrid Tuminez announces she is stepping down
- South Ogden man in ambush-style shooting dies; neighbor now facing murder charge
