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Judge could set trial dates for Tyler Robinson in Friday afternoon hearing

Judge could set trial dates for Tyler Robinson in Friday afternoon hearing

  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 12:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tyler Robinson, the man facing death penalty charges after being accused of killing Charlie Kirk, is returning to court on Friday where the judge could schedule his jury trial.
Utah Housing Corporation shakeup continues as president and CEO resigns

Utah Housing Corporation shakeup continues as president and CEO resigns

Daniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 23 - 12:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

David Damschen submitted his resignation from the organization designed to help create affordable housing opportunities.
Utah prepares record amount of seed to restore wildfire-damaged land

Utah prepares record amount of seed to restore wildfire-damaged land

VideoAlex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 12:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah prepares record amount of seed to restore wildfire-damaged land.
Teen boys charged as adults for fatal Holladay shooting

Teen boys charged as adults for fatal Holladay shooting

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 11:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two teens were charged Friday as adults with murder in connection with the fatal shooting of a man police say was intellectually delayed.
Charges dismissed against ex-Ogden officer in July 4 incident that allegedly injured 8 people

Charges dismissed against ex-Ogden officer in July 4 incident that allegedly injured 8 people

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 23 - 11:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

Charges have been dismissed against an ex-Ogden police officer in a July 4 incident that injured eight people, but prosecutors are still reviewing the case.
Gavin Peterson's uncle speaks publicly as senator moves to revive child safety bill

Gavin Peterson's uncle speaks publicly as senator moves to revive child safety bill

VideoGarna Mejia, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 11:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Scott Peterson is speaking publicly for the first time about his nephew Gavin's abuse and death as Utah Sen. Luz Escamilla plans to reintroduce legislation allowing court-authorized child safety checks during the 2027 legislative session.
New accuser alleges abuse at the hands of former East Layton police officer

New accuser alleges abuse at the hands of former East Layton police officer

VideoDave Cawley, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 10:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

Reporting by KSL's COLD podcast uncovers previously unreported claims of child sex abuse by former officer Thomas Jackson
Erika Kirk moves for speedy trial as defense requests trial date 4 years after Charlie Kirk killed

Erika Kirk moves for speedy trial as defense requests trial date 4 years after Charlie Kirk killed

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 10:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Erika Kirk, the wife of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, filed a victim's motion on Thursday, calling for a speedy trial in response to Tyler Robinson's defense team projecting a start date of late 2029.
Is the surge in mortgage rates slowing?

Is the surge in mortgage rates slowing?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 9:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Mortgage rates slid slightly downward Thursday.
For retirees, picking up a hobby could be the best thing for your mental health

For retirees, picking up a hobby could be the best thing for your mental health

VideoTamara Vaifanua, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 8:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

A group of southern Utah musicians in their 70s and 80s say a hobby didn't just fill their calendar; it gave them purpose.
Hurricane homeowners say this is the second round of severe floods in 2 months

Hurricane homeowners say this is the second round of severe floods in 2 months

VideoMike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 8:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

Floodwaters hit about 130 homes in Hurricane Thursday as water from Gould Wash overflowed into neighborhoods. Some of them said this is the second flood since August.
This bill would make data centers pay their own way for power

This bill would make data centers pay their own way for power

Leah Bowers, Deseret News  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 8:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

Amid backlash over Utah data centers, Sen. Mike Lee co-authored a bipartisan bill requiring developers to cover their energy costs.
Caregiver ordered to stand trial for deaths of 3 clients after leaving them in a vehicle

Caregiver ordered to stand trial for deaths of 3 clients after leaving them in a vehicle

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man who was caring for three disabled individuals when they died from carbon monoxide poisoning after being left in a car for four hours was ordered to stand trial on Thursday for three counts of murder.
Downtown Salt Lake City will be busy in 2027. What streets will close?

Downtown Salt Lake City will be busy in 2027. What streets will close?

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 23 - 6:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

Several street closures are planned next year, between the Salt Lake Temple open house and redevelopment near the Salt Palace Convention Center.
Motorcyclist killed after hitting a deer on SR-13

Motorcyclist killed after hitting a deer on SR-13

Sicily Stanton, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 22 - 10:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A motorcyclist died Thursday morning after hitting a deer on state Route 13 in Box Elder County, according to the Utah Highway Patrol.
Salt Lake City park to close again — this time for upgrades

Salt Lake City park to close again — this time for upgrades

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 22 - 10:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

A park in Salt Lake City's west side is getting yet another makeover as the city seeks to revitalize it.
'Let my mom check my candy': Navigating Halloween with food allergies

'Let my mom check my candy': Navigating Halloween with food allergies

VideoEmma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 22 - 9:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Syracuse family shares their Halloween routine, while a pediatric dietitian offers tips to help children with food allergies celebrate safely.
Caller ID said Charles Schwab. It was a scammer who stole nearly $3K

Caller ID said Charles Schwab. It was a scammer who stole nearly $3K

Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 22 - 9:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Sandy man thought his financial institution was calling to warn him about fraud. Instead, he was talking to a crook who stole nearly $3,000 from his account — now it's gone.
Top education official warns against declaring the U. a 'sanctuary' campus for immigrant students

Top education official warns against declaring the U. a 'sanctuary' campus for immigrant students

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 22 - 8:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A top education official warns against declaring the University of Utah a "sanctuary" campus for immigrant students, saying it would violate neutrality guidelines.