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Utah dam reconstruction wins national award
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 6 - 10:34 p.m. | Save Story
The reconstruction of a 1906 dam that serves Yuba Reservoir won a national award from the Association of State Dam Safety Officials earlier this year, deemed the project of the year across the country.
'Life in color again': Why some young adults are switching their smartphones for flip phones
Eastin Hartzell, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 6 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
A growing number of youth and young adults are intentionally swapping smartphones for "dumb phones" — flip phones and minimalist devices that call and text, but don't scroll.
Missing report in child sexual abuse case prompts audit at Weber County Sheriff's Office
Daniella Rivera, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 8:30 p.m. | Save Story
Weber County officials answered questions Friday about how the sheriff's office is moving forward after a KSL investigation highlighting a missing report in a child sexual abuse case.
Touching down in Lima: Delta pulls off its inaugural direct flight from SLC to South America
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 6 - 6:27 p.m. | Save Story
Aviation has celebrated several historic firsts over the past 122 years. Now Peruvians in Utah — and many more from across the western United States — have their own to celebrate.
Carbon County teen empowers others with inclusive pageant
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 5:01 p.m. | Save Story
A Price teen organizes an all-abilities pageant for people with special needs.
Avalanche danger rises after Utah welcomes fresh powder
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 4:17 p.m. | Save Story
Here's everything you should know about avalanche safety as Utah enters skiing season.
A peek inside Salt Lake City's first new regional park in over 60 years
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 3:38 p.m. | Save Story
After enduring delays, Salt Lake City opened the first phase of a new regional park that replaces the old Raging Waters site. It's also getting ready to work on expansions.
St. George man arrested, accused of manslaughter in shooting death of friend
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 2:51 p.m. | Save Story
A man was arrested Friday and accused of manslaughter after his friend was killed in an alleged accidental shooting in St. George.
Cedar Hills man gets life sentences for child sex abuse
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 12:49 p.m. | Save Story
A Cedar Hills man who has been convicted in both federal and state court of filming himself sexually abusing a minor has been sentenced to at least 45 years and up to life in prison.
Will America tap the potential of its booming outdoor recreation industry?
Kevin Lind, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 6 - 12:03 p.m. | Save Story
According to ORR's latest published research based on federal data, the outdoor recreation industry was worth $1.2 trillion in 2023, the most recent available data. That's 2.3% of the U.S. gross domestic product.
Brandon Sanderson announced a surprise new Cosmere novel. Here's what we know
Valerie Jones, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 6 - 10:48 a.m. | Save Story
Brandon Sanderson fans can rest easy: A new Cosmere novel is coming in 2026. Sanderson and his wife, Emily, made the surprise announcement during Dragonsteel Nexus on Thursday.
Officials: leaking barrels near Great Salt Lake aren't suspicious, public health risk low
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 9:29 a.m. | Save Story
State environmental and local health officials are investigating nearly two dozen leaking barrels discovered near the Great Salt Lake after a report on Thanksgiving Day.
Father of abused baby girl charged 2 months after stepmother
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 8:21 a.m. | Save Story
The father of a 4-month-old girl, who police say was abused by her stepmother, is now facing the same charges as his wife.
University of Utah team discovers rare computer relic
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 7:44 a.m. | Save Story
A research team at the University of Utah uncovered a rare piece of computing history.
Provo woman who competed internationally as a 'mermaid' to host similar competition in Utah
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 7:05 a.m. | Save Story
Mia Sim, who has competed internationally as a mermaid, is helping to bring a similar competition to Utah next year.
Weekly poll: What's your favorite Christmas movie?
Kathleen Clove, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
Whether you're into holiday romance, redemption, comedy, action, or even horror, there's a show out there for you this Christmas. Which ones are your favorites? Tell us in the KSL Weekly Poll.
Beaver Mountain prepares largest expansion ever while watching snowfall to set opening date
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 10:03 p.m. | Save Story
Beaver Mountain Ski Resort is racing to finish its largest expansion while waiting on fresh snow to set an opening date. The family-owned resort typically opens around the end of the year.
Mike Lee stalls action on government spending package over policy disagreements
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 5 - 9:32 p.m. | Save Story
Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, is delaying a vote on a government spending package over objections to certain policy provisions that he says were included without his approval despite being under his jurisdiction.
University of Utah wins $8M to launch first-of-its-kind prison education research center
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
Continuing an effort that was set into motion years ago, a team of researchers at the University of Utah was awarded $8 million to launch the nation's first center dedicated solely to prison education research and leadership.
Education »
'Life in color again': Why some young adults are switching their smartphones for flip phones
- University of Utah team discovers rare computer relic
- University of Utah wins $8M to launch first-of-its-kind prison education research center
- New censorship flap at Weber State prompts author to pull out of speaking appearance
- 'Passionate and loving': North Ogden choir instructor leads final concert as cancer fight intensifies
Environment »
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
- 92 arrests made, 122 citations issued in monthslong sweep of Jordan River Parkway
Health »
'Life in color again': Why some young adults are switching their smartphones for flip phones
- Vertex's gene therapy shows promise in younger children with blood disorders
- US vaccine advisers say not all babies need a hepatitis B shot at birth
- Kennedy advisers delay vote on dropping hepatitis B vaccine recommendation
- 'Passionate and loving': North Ogden choir instructor leads final concert as cancer fight intensifies
Police & Courts »
'I loved him': Green River residents remember, mourn beloved mayor after tragic crash
Science »
'Life in color again': Why some young adults are switching their smartphones for flip phones
Utah Counties »
'I loved him': Green River residents remember, mourn beloved mayor after tragic crash
- Utah dam reconstruction wins national award
- 'Life in color again': Why some young adults are switching their smartphones for flip phones
- Missing report in child sexual abuse case prompts audit at Weber County Sheriff's Office
- Touching down in Lima: Delta pulls off its inaugural direct flight from SLC to South America
