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$1.2M donation to UNICEF from Church of Jesus Christ to care for moms, babies in Pakistan

$1.2M donation to UNICEF from Church of Jesus Christ to care for moms, babies in Pakistan

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 5 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced a collaboration with UNICEF to bring improved care to 1.5 million mothers and their newborns in South Asia.
Developers 'hit pause' on Vesper Amphitheater plans after public pushback

Developers 'hit pause' on Vesper Amphitheater plans after public pushback

VideoDaniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 4 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Plans for a large amphitheater in Provo Canyon pushed by the Osmond family are on hold as developers rework some of the details.
State park managers urge safety ahead of Labor Day weekend

State park managers urge safety ahead of Labor Day weekend

VideoMike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 9:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

State park managers at reservoirs across Utah are urging people to watch out for others and take proper safety precautions as bodies of water become crowded this Labor Day weekend.
Advice for Utah homebuyers as rates near previous highs

Advice for Utah homebuyers as rates near previous highs

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

The days of mortgage rates below 7% may be numbered. The weekly average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage in the U.S. jumped to 6.71% on Thursday.
Moroni Elementary educator Talia Casares named Utah's 2027 'Teacher of the Year'

Moroni Elementary educator Talia Casares named Utah's 2027 'Teacher of the Year'

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 8:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's state education board on Friday announced Utah's "Teacher of the Year" award, with the 2027 distinction going to Talia Casares, a sixth-grade Spanish dual language immersion teacher from Moroni Elementary in the North Sanpete School District.
How one woman's grief turned into a yearslong mission to prevent suicide

How one woman's grief turned into a yearslong mission to prevent suicide

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake County issued a proclamation on suicide awareness. Ray Lancaster, a longtime county employee, has been pushing for action after her son died by suicide nearly a decade ago.
Pineview draw down brings rare low levels, slump in activity

Pineview draw down brings rare low levels, slump in activity

VideoMike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 5:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

Crowds heading into the Labor Day weekend are virtually nonexistent as Pineview dips to the lowest levels seen in more than 50 years, in preparation for a repair project on an Ogden water pipeline.
Utah mother of young twins accused by federal grand jury of abuse

Utah mother of young twins accused by federal grand jury of abuse

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 5:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

A woman living on the Navajo Reservation has been charged with child abuse by a federal grand jury.
Man accused of Salt Lake TRAX stabbing is arrested

Man accused of Salt Lake TRAX stabbing is arrested

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 4:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

A day after UTA said the investigation into a stabbing on a TRAX train on Wednesday was on-going, the alleged attacker was taken into custody.
Historic Dixie Sunbowl gets major upgrades, increases capacity

Historic Dixie Sunbowl gets major upgrades, increases capacity

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 4:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

The nearly 80-year-old Dixie Sunbowl in St. George underwent a yearlong renovation, increasing its seating capacity by more than 1,000. The grand reopening will be held Sept. 10, just in time for the annual Dixie Round-up Rodeo.
Utah ranks No. 1 for access to addiction treatment, study finds

Utah ranks No. 1 for access to addiction treatment, study finds

VideoTodd Kunz, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 3:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah has been ranked the best state in the nation for access to treatment for drug addiction and other substance-use needs, according to a recent 48-state study by Legacy Healing Center.
Fire in Washington County burns multiple homes

Fire in Washington County burns multiple homes

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 3:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

A fire ignited in St. George on Friday afternoon, sending plumes of black smoke into the air over the homes it burned. By the time the blaze was extinguished, multiple homes had been destroyed.
Afro Utah Festival returns, highlighting the mix of cultures in Utah rooted in Africa

Afro Utah Festival returns, highlighting the mix of cultures in Utah rooted in Africa

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 2:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Afro Utah Festival returns to Salt Lake City on Saturday, highlighting the mix of cultures in Utah rooted in Africa.
10 food deals to check out this Labor Day weekend

10 food deals to check out this Labor Day weekend

Caitlin Keith, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 1:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

As Americans prepare to celebrate Labor Day this weekend, a wide variety of fast-food and restaurant chains are offering special deals and discounts for the holiday.
9 officers cleared by DA for 2025 standoff ending in fatal shooting

9 officers cleared by DA for 2025 standoff ending in fatal shooting

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 4 - 12:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

A documented gang member with a violent history was shot and killed a year ago following an hourslong standoff. Investigators say police fired 81 rounds. Police have now been cleared in the death.
Utah pauses age verification rule enforcement with Pornhub owner pending court ruling

Utah pauses age verification rule enforcement with Pornhub owner pending court ruling

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 12:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah won't enforce a proposed rule requiring age verification for adult websites for now under a stipulation agreement with the owner of Pornhub and other adult websites.
New affordable housing development breaks ground in Salt Lake City

New affordable housing development breaks ground in Salt Lake City

VideoAnnette Campbell, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 10:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

City leaders and developers broke ground Thursday on a new affordable housing project aimed at helping working families stay in Salt Lake City as housing costs continue to rise.
Cornbelly's opens Dolly Parton-themed corn maze in Spanish Fork

Cornbelly's opens Dolly Parton-themed corn maze in Spanish Fork

VideoBrenna Donnelly, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 4 - 9:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

The theme was three years in the making, and takes on new meaning after Dolly's recent passing
'Huge milestone': U. opens Native Ascent House, residential facility for Indigenous students

'Huge milestone': U. opens Native Ascent House, residential facility for Indigenous students

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 8:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

The University of Utah formally unveiled Native Ascent House, a residential facility on Officer's Circle geared to Indigenous students.