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'A historic day': Brigham Young University School of Medicine earns national accreditation
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Updated Oct. 14 - 10:39 a.m. | Save Story
The Brigham Young University School of Medicine has officially received its accreditation, BYU President Shane Reese announced Wednesday.

Individuals featured in 'Reckless Ben' Lego videos file lawsuit against American Fork officers
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Updated Oct. 14 - 10:16 a.m. | Save Story
Four individuals claim their rights were violated by American Fork Police while they were aiding "Reckless Ben" in his investigation into Bricks and Minifigs in a federal lawsuit filed on Wednesday.

High school shop class building rocking chair for Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor
VideoDan Rascon, KSL | Updated Oct. 14 - 10:11 a.m. | Save Story
A visit from a U.S. Supreme Court justice to a Herriman high school has turned into an unforgettable project for a shop teacher and his student woodworkers.

3 AI gadgets that can make daily tasks easier
VideoLauren Tippetts, KSL | Updated Oct. 14 - 8:48 a.m. | Save Story
For many people, artificial intelligence still feels a little abstract. We hear about it, talk about it and wonder where it's all headed. Sarah Kimmel of Family Tech Zone shared a few gadgets that are bringing artificial intelligence out of the headlines and into our homes.

Locals run 260 miles 'where the water was' to raise awareness for Great Salt Lake preservation
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted Oct. 14 - 8:20 a.m. | Save Story
This week, ultra-runners and cyclists are circling the entire Great Salt Lake, about 260 miles in five days. The project is called Where the Water Was, and they hope to raise funds for organizations in support of preserving the lake.

Ballots mailed as voters face new election requirements: What you need to know
VideoGarna Mejia, KSL | Updated Oct. 14 - 8:06 a.m. | Save Story
With the November general election just a few weeks away, some voters may want to know where and how they can vote.

Utah woman crowned Ms. Veteran America 2026
Staff | Updated Oct. 14 - 7:22 a.m. | Save Story
Kimberly Chatto, a U.S. Air Force veteran from Utah, was crowned this year's Ms. Veterans America.

KSL Truth Test: Fact-checking debate claims in Utah's 2nd Congressional District
VideoDaniella Rivera, KSL | Updated Oct. 14 - 6:34 a.m. | Save Story
Rep. Blake Moore, R-Utah, and Democrat Peter Crosby met in what was a fairly tame debate Tuesday evening. The KSL Investigators fact-checked claims from each of the candidates.

Brandon Sanderson fans optimistic as author begins writing Evermore Park's next chapter
VideoShelby Lofton, KSL | Updated Oct. 14 - 6:17 a.m. | Save Story
Author Brandon Sanderson's planned purchase of the Evermore Park property sparked excitement among fans, while longtime supporters of the attraction have mixed emotions.

What to know about safe driving when rain, snow start falling in Utah
Staff | Posted Oct. 13 - 10:43 p.m. | Save Story
This week's rainstorms across northern Utah gave Utah Highway Patrol officials another opportunity to talk about best driving practices when the roads get slick.

Candidates discuss economy, AI and privacy in debate for Utah's 2nd District
VideoBridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Updated Oct. 13 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
Rep. Blake Moore, R-Utah, and Democrat Peter Crosby met in what was a fairly tame debate Tuesday evening in Logan as they campaign to represent Utah's 2nd Congressional District.

Witnesses: Before Big Cottonwood flooding Sunday, there was a rescue in the same area
VideoAndrew Adams, KSL | Updated Oct. 13 - 10:29 p.m. | Save Story
Just hours prior to a debris blockage that caused a culvert to back up and overflow onto the road in Big Cottonwood Canyon, rescuers had to free a man from a boulder in the same area.

Episcopal Diocese of Utah to hold annual convention at St. Mark's Cathedral
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted Oct. 13 - 9:46 p.m. | Save Story
The Episcopal Diocese of Utah will be holding its annual convention on Friday and Saturday, allowing clergy and members from 22 different congregations in Utah to vote on church matters "from the pew."

Sinclair pipeline meeting leaves Salt Lake City with more questions than answers, chair says
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Oct. 13 - 9:23 p.m. | Save Story
Sparks flew at times as Salt Lake City leaders grilled HF Sinclair over a possible new pipeline that could cut through many parts of the city.

Century-old history surfaces from beneath Pineview reservoir
VideoMike Anderson, KSL | Posted Oct. 13 - 9:11 p.m. | Save Story
The remnants of dozens of artesian wells that were constructed about a hundred years ago are surfacing after Pineview Reservoir was drawn down so workers could replace Ogden City's water pipeline.

Utah woman says supplement advertised for $22 cost her nearly $200. Now she can't get a refund
VideoMatt Gephardt, KSL | Updated Oct. 13 - 9:07 p.m. | Save Story
A Murray woman says she was charged nearly $200 for a knee pain supplement advertised for just $22. Now, she says repeated promises of a refund have gone nowhere.

Police identify 5 dead in apparent Richmond carbon monoxide poisoning
Devin Oldroyd, KSL | Posted Oct. 13 - 8:56 p.m. | Save Story
The Cache County Sheriff's Office released the names of the five people who died from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in Richmond on Saturday.

Utah bookstore embraces all things spooky year-round
VideoAlexander Campbell, KSL | Updated Oct. 13 - 8:43 p.m. | Save Story
Tucked just off Main Street in Lehi, one independent bookstore is bringing spooky season to life all year long.

Man shot by Murray police dies
VideoPat Reavy, KSL | Updated Oct. 13 - 8:16 p.m. | Save Story
An armed man possibly experiencing a mental health crisis has died after being shot by Murray police on Tuesday.
Business & Tech »

Smith Entertainment Group, Salt Lake leaders unveil updated downtown vision
- OpenAI employee who left for Apple took files about unreleased device, OpenAI alleges
- Exclusive-Bank of America consumer retail M&A banker Peacock to join JPMorgan, sources say
- Berkshire deepens Bending Spoons bet with $330 million, sparking share rally
- The Knot Worldwide to acquire Zola in wedding platform union, sources say
Education »

'A historic day': Brigham Young University School of Medicine earns national accreditation
- University of Utah trustees approve $39M renovation for Rice-Eccles Stadium
- Provo summit connects girls with business professionals for career exploration
- Utah needs a 'Code Red' policy to protect the homeless from extreme heat, report says
- Farmington High School turns food drive into friendly competition
Environment »

Locals run 260 miles 'where the water was' to raise awareness for Great Salt Lake preservation
- Sinclair pipeline meeting leaves Salt Lake City with more questions than answers, chair says
- Utah ski resorts see first snow of the season
- Potentially dangerous 'earth fissures' surface as a symptom of long-term aquifer depletion
- Hurricane Simon weakens to Category 2 as it continues to lash Mexico's Pacific coast
Health »

'A historic day': Brigham Young University School of Medicine earns national accreditation
- University of Utah purchases 14 acres in Power District to relocate Salt Lake City clinic
- The cost of drugs from Canada is set to soar for millions of Americans because of a federal rule
- Utah County teen returns home after spinal cord injury, surrounded by community support
- Adult acne is real, and treatable. Here's what to know
Police & Courts »

Pilot and passenger found dead after plane goes missing on way to Idaho
- Individuals featured in 'Reckless Ben' Lego videos file lawsuit against American Fork officers
- Prosecution labels Russell Brand a ruthless sexual predator at opening of his sex assault trial
- Witnesses: Before Big Cottonwood flooding Sunday, there was a rescue in the same area
- Chicago police say DNA ties a former detective to decades-old unsolved killing of 8-year-old girl
Politics »
Ukrainian drones hit Russia's top data center in attack on AI ambitions
- Joni Mitchell is now an American citizen, 6 decades after moving to the US
- Iran-backed Houthis struck Saudi oil giant Aramco's executive offices, officials say
- New York City's iconic horse-drawn carriages expected to take their last trot
- Candidates discuss economy, AI and privacy in debate for Utah's 2nd District
Religion »
Pope Leo XIV back on his feet after shock cancer diagnosis
- Episcopal Diocese of Utah to hold annual convention at St. Mark's Cathedral
- Pope Leo XIV had lobe of lung removed as doctors found cancer, Vatican says
- Archbishop of the U.S. military says Catholic soldiers should not serve on firing squad
- Gathering Israel: Elder Ronald A. Rasband dedicates Ephraim Utah Temple
Utah Counties »

Smith Entertainment Group, Salt Lake leaders unveil updated downtown vision
- 'A historic day': Brigham Young University School of Medicine earns national accreditation
- Individuals featured in 'Reckless Ben' Lego videos file lawsuit against American Fork officers
- High school shop class building rocking chair for Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor
- 3 AI gadgets that can make daily tasks easier

