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Salt Lake City's 9th & 9th whale is about to receive an eye-opening new look
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Aug. 1 - 6:00 p.m. | Save Story
Four years after making a splash, Salt Lake City's gigantic whale is getting a fresh new, eye-opening look that aims to draw attention to the city's namesake.
Dogs, geese found in Kearns home; woman arrested
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Aug. 1 - 5:33 p.m. | Save Story
A Kearns woman was arrested for investigation of multiple counts of animal cruelty after police say they found dogs and birds living in poor conditions at her home.
Prices up in Utah's 'bipolar' housing market
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 1 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Scott Colemere, president of the Salt Lake Board of Realtors, said recovery in what he described as a "bipolar" housing market in Utah is seen in new data, but consumer fears loom.
Multiple wildfires spark across Utah as temperatures soar
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted Aug. 1 - 2:50 p.m. | Save Story
New wildfires have been reported over the last 24 hours as temperatures across Utah soar. The National Weather Service issued an Extreme Heat Warning for parts of Utah until Sunday night.
Midvale apartment fire contained after burning for 27 hours
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted Aug. 1 - 1:38 p.m. | Save Story
The Unified Fire Authority announced that the Midvale Apartment Fire was under control after crews battled the blaze overnight. Preliminary investigations point to a mechanical issue in the attic.
'Enhance the lives of every Utahn': Cox launches $5M AI research funding program
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Aug. 1 - 12:04 p.m. | Save Story
Gov. Spencer Cox on Thursday launched a $5 million competitive grant program to fund artificial intelligence research that improves the lives of Utahns.
Back to school: Will Utah's bell-to-bell school cellphone ban sharpen students' classroom focus?
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 1 - 10:04 a.m. | Save Story
Utah kids will soon be back in class hauling backpacks stuffed with school supplies, textbooks and maybe a few snacks. One item they won't be carrying? Cellphones.
Fishing closures are becoming routine as record heat warms rivers in the US West
Matthew Brown and Dorany Pineda, Associated Press | Posted Aug. 1 - 9:27 a.m. | Save Story
Trout need cool water to survive. But record heat this summer has driven water temperatures to levels that can kill fish. Wildlife officials are responding by banning fishing during certain hours on rivers and streams across the U.S. West.
August events and activities in Utah
Sarah Gambles, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 1 - 9:03 a.m. | Save Story
Here are events, concerts, sporting events and more that offer the opportunity to support our local community that are going on in August.
Girl in critical condition after near-drowning at Murray's Willow Pond Park
Garna Mejia, KSL | Posted Aug. 1 - 8:10 a.m. | Save Story
A girl is in critical condition after she was pulled from the water Thursday afternoon at Willow Pond Park in Murray.
Traditional Diné food helps those suffering from heart failure, Navajo Nation study shows
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Aug. 1 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
A new study carried out in the Navajo Nation shows that a traditional Diné diet can play a role in helping heart failure patients.
Long-time Salt Lake resident deported to Mexico despite outcry by family and friends
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted July 31 - 10:28 p.m. | Save Story
A long-time Salt Lake City resident detained by immigration authorities in late June has been deported to Mexico despite loud outcries by family and friends.
Hundreds evacuated in Midvale apartment fire
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Updated July 31 - 9:58 p.m. | Save Story
A fire sparked evacuations in a Midvale apartment complex on Friday, as smoke went from the fourth floor to the roof.
Viral squishy toy craze fuels demand, but safety concerns have parents asking questions
Annette Campbell, KSL | Posted July 31 - 9:32 p.m. | Save Story
As squishy toys surge in popularity among children, experts urge parents to prioritize product safety and reputable retailers over brand names or viral trends.
Utah buys $40M campus in West Valley City to house Department of Health and Human Services
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted July 31 - 9:01 p.m. | Save Story
The state of Utah purchased the former corporate headquarters of FranklinCovey to serve as the future home of the state's Department of Health and Human Services.
Teens learn about EV innovation, building electric vehicles at high-tech camp
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted July 31 - 8:01 p.m. | Save Story
Utah State University's specialized lab in electric vehicle innovation is helping inspire possible future leaders in the field.
Utah Youth Sports Giving Day to help nonprofits remove barriers to youth sports
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted July 31 - 7:42 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah nonprofit is using skateboarding to teach children resilience and mental health skills while joining a statewide fundraising effort to expand access to youth sports programs.
Pending home sales down in the US, Utah
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted July 31 - 7:34 p.m. | Save Story
Pending home sales in the U.S. are down, recently hitting the lowest level since early April.
Explore '801 Day' at these 8+1 outdoor gems
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 31 - 7:01 p.m. | Save Story
"801 Day" is coming in hot this year, but that doesn't mean there isn't anything to do outside to celebrate it.
Business & Tech »
'Enhance the lives of every Utahn': Cox launches $5M AI research funding program
- New York sues prediction market platform Kalshi alleging 'illegal gambling operation'
- Viral squishy toy craze fuels demand, but safety concerns have parents asking questions
- Teens learn about EV innovation, building electric vehicles at high-tech camp
- Utah Youth Sports Giving Day to help nonprofits remove barriers to youth sports
Education »
Back to school: Will Utah's bell-to-bell school cellphone ban sharpen students' classroom focus?
Environment »
Multiple wildfires spark across Utah as temperatures soar
- 3 Idahoans died this week from heat-related issues, Health and Welfare says
- Feds' new plan for Lake Powell, Lake Mead not the final 'destination,' Utah official says
- Sugar House Park pond drained due to historically low water flows in Parleys Creek system
- Utah's reservoirs struggled in July, but monsoons provide a key below-ground benefit
Health »
3 Idahoans died this week from heat-related issues, Health and Welfare says
- Congo says the death toll in fastest-growing Ebola outbreak has passed 1,500
- Traditional Diné food helps those suffering from heart failure, Navajo Nation study shows
- Utah buys $40M campus in West Valley City to house Department of Health and Human Services
- Why reaction-time training should be part of your exercise routine as you get older
Politics »
Long-time Salt Lake resident deported to Mexico despite outcry by family and friends
- Utah buys $40M campus in West Valley City to house Department of Health and Human Services
- Sen. Mike Lee spearheads effort to repeal the country's oldest military authorization in the Middle East
- Child dies after being struck by boat at Lake Powell
- Feds' new plan for Lake Powell, Lake Mead not the final 'destination,' Utah official says
Religion »
'Definitely a need': Muslim leader says Utah needs Islamic advocacy group representation
- 'Biggest and heaviest season': 'The Chosen' unveils first Season 6 teaser trailer
- St. George woman serving church mission competes on 'American Ninja Warrior'
- Relief Society General President Camille Johnson reflects on pioneer heritage
- From Salt Lake City to the Senate: Curtis leads tribute honoring Pioneer Day
Science »
'Enhance the lives of every Utahn': Cox launches $5M AI research funding program
- Back to school: Will Utah's bell-to-bell school cellphone ban sharpen students' classroom focus?
- Teens learn about EV innovation, building electric vehicles at high-tech camp
- Why does Japan experience so many large earthquakes?
- A discarded SpaceX rocket is on a high-speed collision course with the moon
