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Utah Legislature passes resolution condemning judges, repeals anti-bargaining law
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 10:40 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Legislature strongly rebuked the state judiciary Tuesday, condemning the courts over a recent ruling on redistricting.
Hiker rescued after hours stuck in quicksand in Arches National Park
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 10:01 p.m. | Save Story
Grand County Search and Rescue said an experienced hiker who became trapped in quicksand over the weekend did everything right, and still needed help.
6-year-old expertly navigates close call with a deer on the slopes
Britt Johnson and Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 8:32 p.m. | Save Story
It was an exciting opening day at Deer Valley Resort, filled with skiers and even a few deer. Luckily, a skilled 6-year-old walked away unscathed following a near-crash with one of them.
Audit finds overcrowding at Salt Lake County Jail increases recidivism
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Persistent issues with overcrowding at the Salt Lake County Jail have led to increased recidivism rates and, in some cases, more severe offenses, according to a new audit.
Springville elementary employee arrested, accused of possessing child sex abuse material
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 6:28 p.m. | Save Story
A Springville elementary school skills coach was arrested Monday and accused of possessing child sexual abuse material.
Ogden man faces 8 felonies in shooting during alleged drug deal gone awry
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 5:46 p.m. | Save Story
An Ogden man faces eight felonies, including felony discharge of a firearm causing bodily injury, stemming from a shooting during an alleged drug deal gone awry.
'Ineffective leadership' within Salt Lake police led to low morale and issues, audit finds
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated Dec. 9 - 5:11 p.m. | Save Story
A scathing new audit outlines multiple problems with old Salt Lake City police leadership that led to low morale, performance issues and other concerns.
Salt Lake City finalizes redevelopment plan for Smith's Ballpark
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City has officially settled on what it plans to do with the former home of the Salt Lake Bees.
Police stop wrong-way driver in Davis County
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 4:03 p.m. | Save Story
A man was taken into custody after damaging multiple cars while driving the wrong way in Clearfield.
Man originally arrested in No Kings protest says he was treated as a 'psychopathic villain'
Pat Reavy, KSL | Updated Dec. 9 - 3:57 p.m. | Save Story
Arturo Gamboa says he was simply practicing his First Amendment rights when he carried an unloaded AR-15 to a No Kings protest in June in Salt Lake City and was shot and arrested.
Widow of slain Utah sergeant finds peace, calls killer's accomplice her 'friend'
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 1:54 p.m. | Save Story
The widow of slain Sgt. Cory Wride says she is finally at peace and now considers the woman convicted of being an accomplice to the 2014 killing a 'friend.'
Ex-wife of truck driver found dead in Tooele County charged with murder
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
The ex-wife of a man who was found dead inside a semitruck in Tooele County last year has been arrested and accused of murder.
Officials offer holiday fire safety reminders
Emma Benson, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 9:03 a.m. | Save Story
As families gear up for the holidays, fire officials want to make sure they're doing it safely. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are among the top days for home fires nationwide.
'Skimo' takes center stage at Solitude ahead of 2026 Olympic debut
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 8:21 a.m. | Save Story
Athletes from around the world converged on Solitude Mountain Resort over the weekend with hopes of qualifying for the Winter Olympics in ski mountaineering's 2026 debut in Italy.
Proposed Thanksgiving Point STEM center gets financial backing from Lehi City Council
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 7:57 a.m. | Save Story
The Lehi City Council approved a measure in November to provide up to $32 million in sales tax revenue bonds to help fund a new STEM Center at Thanksgiving Point.
Man accused of stabbing in drug dispute says it was 'about principle,' police say
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 7:31 a.m. | Save Story
A man was arrested Monday for slashing another man in the neck over a drug dispute, according to Unified police.
Union leaders optimistic as Utah lawmakers move to repeal bargaining ban
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 8 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
Labor leaders expressed cautious optimism Monday as state lawmakers were poised to repeal a controversial law effectively banning collective bargaining for public sector unions.
Peruvian leaders host visiting Utah delegation, eager to promote trade with state
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Dec. 8 - 8:30 p.m. | Save Story
Peruvian leaders hosted a Utah delegation that traveled to the country on Delta's inaugural Salt Lake City-Lima flight and are eager to promote trade with the state.
9-car collision on I-15 caused delays in Murray
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Dec. 8 - 7:56 p.m. | Save Story
A crash involving nine cars prompted some traffic backups on Interstate 15 in Murray Monday night, according to the Utah Highway Patrol.
Business & Tech »
Australia social media ban takes effect in world first
- Takeover bid of parent company means limbo for CNN, some fellow cable networks
- Peruvian leaders host visiting Utah delegation, eager to promote trade with state
- Trump is proposing a $12B aid package for farmers hit hard by his trade war with China
- Trump says money should go to people, not health insurers
Environment »
Does Utah really have the 'Greatest Snow on Earth'?
- Utah dam reconstruction wins national award
- Released 911 calls reveal desperate pleas and tragic outcomes during Texas Hill Country flood
- Officials: leaking barrels near Great Salt Lake aren't suspicious, public health risk low
- Salt Lake City eyes grants to cover safety, Jordan River upgrades amid potential budget deficit
Police & Courts »
Luigi Mangione's notes to self: 'Pluck eyebrows,' 'Keep momentum, FBI slower overnight'
Science »
How to watch one of the year's best meteor showers, the Geminids
- Australia social media ban takes effect in world first
- How a rare drug made from scientists' blood saves babies from botulism
- New images show interstellar comet that will soon make its closest approach to Earth
- Tired of scam calls? Bill from Utah and Connecticut senators would put new rules on AI robocalls
