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Driver killed early Sunday in rollover crash

Driver killed early Sunday in rollover crash

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 12:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A crash on I-80 early Sunday claimed the life of a driver, according to the Utah Highway Patrol.
Bicyclist hit, killed in Provo

Bicyclist hit, killed in Provo

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 11:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

A bicylist was hit by a car and later died at a hospital Monday morning.
Company believes drone cloud seeding tech could help restore the Great Salt Lake in the future

Company believes drone cloud seeding tech could help restore the Great Salt Lake in the future

VideoAndrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 10:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

As the woes of the Great Salt Lake continue to deepen, a California-based company believes its next-generation cloud seeding technology may be part of the solution.
Holocaust survivor to speak at University of Utah

Holocaust survivor to speak at University of Utah

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 9:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sora Vigorito, the youngest known survivor of Dr. Joseph Mengele's twin experiments during the Holocaust, will speak at the University of Utah on Tuesday, Sept. 15.
From the beginning of the Edwards Era, Dave Hanna watched a leadership guru at work 

From the beginning of the Edwards Era, Dave Hanna watched a leadership guru at work 

Lee Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 7 - 7:11 a.m.  |  Save Story

Dave Hanna was there when it all began.
Utah data centers promise jobs and revenue, but opponents say benefits disappear

Utah data centers promise jobs and revenue, but opponents say benefits disappear

Leah Bowers, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah residents are asking questions about data centers, such as: Will their electricity go up? Will property taxes truly go down? Researchers say the answers depend.
Wildfire threatens structures in Payson

Wildfire threatens structures in Payson

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 6 - 8:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

A wildfire dubbed the Peteetneet Fire threatened structures nearby in Payson after starting on Sunday near Nebo Loop Road.
Motorcyclist dies in crash after traffic buildup caused by Broad Fire

Motorcyclist dies in crash after traffic buildup caused by Broad Fire

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 6 - 8:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

A motorcyclist died on Saturday when a chain-reaction crash happened in traffic conditions caused by a nearby fire burning in Weber Canyon.
Utah project to address native fish in Mill Creek sparks online controversy

Utah project to address native fish in Mill Creek sparks online controversy

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 7:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Wildlife biologists are wrapping up a project that seeks to enhance the native habitat for Bonneville cutthroat trout, but not before the project created a bit of a stir on social media.
National chain Sweetgreen debuts in Utah with its own spin on a local favorite

National chain Sweetgreen debuts in Utah with its own spin on a local favorite

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 6:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

A popular national fast-casual restaurant chain is slated to open in one of its "most requested cities."
Fire destroys 2 sheds in Erda

Fire destroys 2 sheds in Erda

Kennedy Camarena, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 5:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two sheds were deemed a total loss on Sunday after a fire destroyed them in Erda, prompting a response from multiple fire personnel in the area.
Report: Despite progress, 'urgency' still needed to address gender gaps in education

Report: Despite progress, 'urgency' still needed to address gender gaps in education

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 5:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah generally performs better than the national average in educational attainment, but a new report shows gender differences can still shape women's opportunities.
Why Salt Lake City wants to make it easier for second homes to be built on lots

Why Salt Lake City wants to make it easier for second homes to be built on lots

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 4:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

A proposed zoning ordinance in Salt Lake City seeks to make it easier for homeowners on larger lots to build second homes is among the latest ideas for increasing housing stock.
How did 2 immigrants — a Venezuelan and a Slovakian — become the 'best Ute fans in the world'?

How did 2 immigrants — a Venezuelan and a Slovakian — become the 'best Ute fans in the world'?

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 3:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

University of Utah football coach Morgan Scalley has lived his life surrounded by red and white Ute gear, memorabilia and football equipment.
Cathedral Church of St. Mark welcomes all to worship in Salt Lake City

Cathedral Church of St. Mark welcomes all to worship in Salt Lake City

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 12:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Episcopal Cathedral Church of St. Mark, which has stood in Salt Lake City for more than 150 years, continues to welcome all to worship.
Davis County father dies after boat overturns at Echo Reservoir

Davis County father dies after boat overturns at Echo Reservoir

VideoGarna Mejia, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 10:09 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Davis County family is mourning the loss of a husband and father who died after a boat carrying four family members overturned and sank at Echo Reservoir.
Colombian restaurant operator puts focus on plantains, a Caribbean staple, at two locales

Colombian restaurant operator puts focus on plantains, a Caribbean staple, at two locales

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 9:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Colombian restaurant operator is putting the focus on plantains, a staple in Colombia and the Caribbean, on the menus of two locales he operates.
Utah woman becomes teacher amid health crisis; community rallies to keep her in the classroom

Utah woman becomes teacher amid health crisis; community rallies to keep her in the classroom

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 7:11 a.m.  |  Save Story

Alisha Raymond has long faced health challenges, but amid it all, has wanted to help children with special needs.
Skyline High School prioritizes mental health through resilience 

Skyline High School prioritizes mental health through resilience 

VideoBrittany Tait, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 5 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

After a string of suicides nearly a decade ago, Skyline High is reformatting its mental health education through its school motto, RISE: resilience, integrity, support and excellence.