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'It's run its course': Utah ready to sell Lake Powell ferry as reservoir hits new low

'It's run its course': Utah ready to sell Lake Powell ferry as reservoir hits new low

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 19 - 10:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

State leaders and transportation officials say they're ready to move on from a Lake Powell ferry that's become increasingly inoperable as the reservoir drops.
'A steady force for good': Longtime Utah advocate, educator Debra Daniels dies at 70

'A steady force for good': Longtime Utah advocate, educator Debra Daniels dies at 70

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 19 - 10:13 a.m.  |  Save Story

Longtime Utah women's rights and social justice advocate Debra "Deb" Daniels died last week at the age of 70, the University of Utah said in a release.
Dugway Fire closes road near mouth of Weber Canyon

Dugway Fire closes road near mouth of Weber Canyon

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 19 - 10:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Dugway Fire began early Wednesday morning near the mouth of Weber Canyon. The fire spread to about 15 to 20 acres, closing parts of 6500 East, according to Utah Fire Info.
The Department of Interior just opened 90 million acres to hunting and fishing

The Department of Interior just opened 90 million acres to hunting and fishing

Leah Bowers, Deseret News  |  Posted Aug. 19 - 9:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new DOI rule will open hunting and fishing at refuges and hatcheries, increase access to sport fishing in areas that were once closed, and expand upland game, migratory bird and big game hunting.
Prosecutors say they have shown 'aggravating' elements in Tyler Robinson murder case

Prosecutors say they have shown 'aggravating' elements in Tyler Robinson murder case

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 19 - 8:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

Prosecutors in the Tyler Robinson capital murder case argue the evidence shows the aggravating circumstances needed for a death penalty case.
These homeless, crime solutions helped Miami. Will they work in Salt Lake County?

These homeless, crime solutions helped Miami. Will they work in Salt Lake County?

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 19 - 8:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's most populous county is ready to begin implementing changes in how it addresses homelessness and criminal justice, taking lessons that transformed Miami.
Utah-filmed, two-time Emmy winner 'Navajo Highways' teaches kids the Navajo language

Utah-filmed, two-time Emmy winner 'Navajo Highways' teaches kids the Navajo language

VideoTamara Vaifanua, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 19 - 7:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

"Navajo Highways," a children's puppet show filmed in Utah, is helping kids connect with Navajo language and culture.
Salt Lake County residents will vote whether to approve $128M recreation bond this fall

Salt Lake County residents will vote whether to approve $128M recreation bond this fall

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 19 - 6:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake County voters will decide this November whether to approve a $128 million bond to fund several new recreation facilities and a slew of improvements to existing centers and parks across the county.
Firefighters respond to West Valley City house fire

Firefighters respond to West Valley City house fire

Daniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 18 - 10:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

Firefighters responded to a house fire in West Valley City on Tuesday evening.
Residents voice concerns over proposed data center regulations in Spanish Fork

Residents voice concerns over proposed data center regulations in Spanish Fork

VideoShelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 18 - 10:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

A standing-room-only crowd packed a Spanish Fork City Council meeting Tuesday night to weigh in on proposed regulations for future data centers.
Utah parents urged to talk to kids about fentanyl as school year begins

Utah parents urged to talk to kids about fentanyl as school year begins

VideoAnnette Campbell, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 18 - 10:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

As students head back to school across Utah this week, law enforcement and educators are encouraging parents to have conversations with their children about the dangers of illegal drugs
These riders say Salt Lake City's 999 Ride is 'souring,' but what can be done about it?

These riders say Salt Lake City's 999 Ride is 'souring,' but what can be done about it?

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 18 - 9:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City's informal 999 Ride has drastically grown over the past 15 years, leading to many mixed feelings and a new effort to calm tensions over it.
'Stunned': Utah's Tongan community looks to move forward after funeral shooting

'Stunned': Utah's Tongan community looks to move forward after funeral shooting

VideoDaniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 18 - 8:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Leaders at the National Tongan American Society are reacting following a shooting this week outside a funeral in Kearns.
Salt Lake City approves $1M loan to help Whiskey Street rebuild after 2025 fire

Salt Lake City approves $1M loan to help Whiskey Street rebuild after 2025 fire

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 18 - 7:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

A popular Salt Lake City bar and restaurant destroyed by a massive fire on Main Street last year is getting an assist from the city as it plans to rebuild taller than before.
'We ride for those who can't': How a Utah BMX track promotes inclusivity for all riders

'We ride for those who can't': How a Utah BMX track promotes inclusivity for all riders

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 18 - 7:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Day/Vaughn family out of southern Utah has been changing the BMX world one turn at a time.
Logan man swims length of Bear Lake, prepares to cross English Channel

Logan man swims length of Bear Lake, prepares to cross English Channel

VideoMike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 18 - 6:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

In just over 11 hours, Brayden Jarrett swam the length of Bear Lake Saturday, spanning nearly 20 miles. That milestone helps him prepare for his next goal: to cross the English Channel next June.
Man with multiple fraud convictions sentenced for using grandparents' identity to obtain truck

Man with multiple fraud convictions sentenced for using grandparents' identity to obtain truck

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 18 - 6:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Lehi man now has convictions of fraud and similar charges in five Utah counties as he resolved his final case in St. George courts.
'Mayday, Mayday, Mayday': Report outlines moments before fatal crash at Utah wildfire

'Mayday, Mayday, Mayday': Report outlines moments before fatal crash at Utah wildfire

Devin Oldroyd and Carter Williams, KSL  |  Updated Aug. 18 - 4:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

The National Transportation Safety Board, on Tuesday, released its preliminary report on a deadly helicopter crash near the Widemouth 2 Fire.
Utah's 10 largest fires this year have already cost nearly $217M to battle

Utah's 10 largest fires this year have already cost nearly $217M to battle

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 18 - 3:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah is in the midst of its worst fire season in nearly two decades, and it and the federal government are quickly running up a large tab to handle all of it.