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Flood risks linger across Utah to close out meteorological summer
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 10:04 a.m. | Save Story
A flood watch remains in effect for many parts of central and southern Utah, but all areas of the state may continue to receive moisture on Monday as the state closes out meteorological summer on a wet note.

Armed woman shot and killed by police after firing at officers
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 8:32 a.m. | Save Story
A woman who police say shot at officers was killed when the officers returned fire, and a man she was with was arrested for allegedly giving her a gun.

More storms possible at Grand Canyon where a flash flood killed 1 person and left 15 missing
Jamie Stengle and Ty Oneil, Associated Press | Posted Aug. 31 - 8:17 a.m. | Save Story
More storms and flooding are possible at the Grand Canyon where a major flash flood left one person dead and about 15 more missing.

Get a suit tailored in Thailand right here in the USA
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 31 - 8:02 a.m. | Save Story
After serving as Latter-day Saint missionaries in Thailand, Daniel McConkie and Hayden Bryant turned their experience abroad into H.M. Cole, a fast-growing custom suit company.

Governor talks Trump endorsement, Biden visit, getting booed by GOP in new book
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 5:02 a.m. | Save Story
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox described the aftermath of his surprise endorsement of President Donald Trump as "dark and lonely," but he told KSL he would do it again.

The AI arms race could come down to a propaganda war
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 30 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
Elon Musk's social media company, X, identified hundreds of suspected Chinese accounts amplifying arguments against artificial intelligence data centers, X Global Government Affairs announced.

Over 20 people possibly missing after Grand Canyon flooding; 1 body recovered
Ashley Imlay, KSL | Updated Aug. 30 - 8:29 p.m. | Save Story
More than 20 people might be missing or unaccounted for after a major flash flood in Grand Canyon on Saturday, and National Park Service officials are seeking information about them.

Motorcyclist dies after going off road near Monte Cristo
Kennedy Camarena, KSL | Posted Aug. 30 - 7:54 p.m. | Save Story
A 21-year-old woman from Hooper died after going off a roadway while driving a motorcycle in Weber County on Sunday afternoon.

Man paralyzed saving child gets Utah and global support
VideoTyrese Boone, KSL | Updated Aug. 30 - 7:04 p.m. | Save Story
When 42-year-old Josh Collette saw an 8-year-old boy caught in a rip current off the coast of San Clemente, he did what his family says he has always done: He stepped in to help.

Severe storm brings possible tornado to Millard County, flooding to Emery County
Kennedy Camarena, KSL | Updated Aug. 30 - 5:48 p.m. | Save Story
The National Weather Service was determining whether a tornado touched down in Millard County, while Emery County experienced flooding after intense storms struck Utah on Saturday.

Man sentenced for hitting, killing former Salt Lake Bee's announcer
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Aug. 30 - 5:05 p.m. | Save Story
Over two years after the death of Steve Klauke, the man found guilty of causing his death in an auto pedestrian crash was sentenced to home confinement, probation and community service.

Woman with gun shot, killed by police in Nephi, officials say
Kennedy Camarena, KSL | Posted Aug. 30 - 12:05 p.m. | Save Story
A woman died after being shot by police early Sunday as officers responded to a domestic violence incident in Nephi.

Is the sky falling in college sports? Here's what Utahns think
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 30 - 12:03 p.m. | Save Story
The landscape of college sports has changed dramatically in the past few years with athletes able to get paid and enter the transfer portal at will.

Sandy pulls $20K in Callaway gear after ad backlash
VideoGarna Mejia, KSL | Posted Aug. 30 - 11:01 a.m. | Save Story
Sandy is pulling approximately $20,000 worth of Callaway merchandise from the pro shop at its city-owned River Oaks Golf Course after a controversial golf advertisement sparked backlash.

Inflation and the economy are top issues for Utah voters heading into the midterms
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 30 - 10:01 a.m. | Save Story
The high cost of living drove the top concerns for Utahns heading into the midterm elections as more voters are unsure which party they'd be more likely to support in head-to-head races.

St. George Fire Department to hold stair climb remembering 25 years since attacks on 9/11
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted Aug. 30 - 9:31 a.m. | Save Story
The St. George Fire Department, with the city of St. George, will hold a stair-climb challenge at The Stairs at Tech Ridge on 9/11 to commemorate 25 years since the attacks.

Early-morning flight to Salt Lake City set to return to Pocatello Airport
Logan Ramsey, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Aug. 30 - 7:59 a.m. | Save Story
Delta will restore a near-daily early morning flight from Pocatello to Salt Lake City beginning Oct. 2, giving travelers more flexibility and competitive fares.

Historic Tenth Ward Square offers glimpse into changing Church of Jesus Christ chapel designs
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted Aug. 30 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
The Tenth Ward Chapel Square in Salt Lake City was originally three separate buildings that were later combined into one; its historic design, now modernized, reflects the evolving philosophy of chapel design for the area's dominant religion.

Inside the courtroom: Should former Utah death row inmate be released on bail 40 years later?
Amy Donaldson, KSL | Posted Aug. 29 - 10:30 p.m. | Save Story
A former death row inmate in Utah is getting a second chance at trial. But what should happen until then? Those involved in the case shared conflicting views in a hearing Wednesday.
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