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United Way packs thousands of backpacks as back-to-school need reaches record high
Madi Vollmer, KSL | Posted Aug. 6 - 3:11 p.m. | Save Story
United Way of Salt Lake and hundreds of volunteers packed thousands of backpacks and school supplies to help meet a record level of need among students ahead of the new school year.

Great Basin jumps to highest fire preparedness level; $18M fund launched for Beaver area
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated Aug. 6 - 2:58 p.m. | Save Story
Utah and federal officials announced an $18 million agreement to begin the recovery from a massive fire that burned this year, while firefighting operations continue at a nearby fire.

Here's how much Americans need to earn to afford a typical home
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 6 - 2:05 p.m. | Save Story
It actually takes slightly less income to buy a median-priced home in the United States than a year ago, a new analysis shows.

Man crashes car at 200 mph during Bonneville Speed Week, causing critical injuries
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Updated Aug. 6 - 1:20 p.m. | Save Story
A man was flown to the hospital in critical condition after his vehicle flipped in a crash on the salt flats during a race. Officials estimate he was traveling at more than 200 mph.

Salt Lake City mayor cautions fellow Democrats against 'purely reactive' politics
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 6 - 12:30 p.m. | Save Story
Republican Gov. Spencer Cox and Democratic Mayor Erin Mendenhall spoke out separately about what they see as the growing polarization pushing their parties to the fringes.

Weber County leaders interested in nuclear power potential, host symposium on topic
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Aug. 6 - 12:02 p.m. | Save Story
Weber County leaders are interested in potential use of nuclear power in the county and hosted a symposium on the topic featuring numerous experts in the field.

'Truly a national treasure': University of Utah acquiring final 50 acres of historic Fort Douglas
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Aug. 6 - 10:03 a.m. | Save Story
The final remaining 50 acres of active military land at Fort Douglas are set to be transferred to the University of Utah in a historic move.

Intense summer heat takes toll on Bear Lake raspberry crop ahead of Raspberry Days
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted Aug. 6 - 9:23 a.m. | Save Story
Bear Lake raspberry growers are reporting one of the worst seasons in years after a dry winter and extreme summer heat damaged crops around the lake.

How a Utah startup is changing the shoe industry
Video by Kathleen Clove, KSL | Posted Aug. 6 - 8:58 a.m. | Save Story
Discover how Kizik's innovative shoe technology turned a basement project into a $100 million business selling hands-free, step-in shoes.

Utah man killed in Twin Falls shooting was 'everybody's hero,' family says
Garna Mejia, KSL | Posted Aug. 6 - 8:08 a.m. | Save Story
The family of a Utah man killed in a shooting in Twin Falls Saturday said he was a talented artist, devoted husband, an Air Force veteran and someone who made everyone feel valued.

Ogden Regional Medical Center NICU expansion to bring more beds, support for families
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Updated Aug. 6 - 6:31 a.m. | Save Story
Ogden Regional Medical Center has broken ground on a major NICU expansion. The project will add private patient suites, bring in new technology and a Ronald McDonald family room.

Park City Jewish Festival brings famous singers, families together two years in a row
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted Aug. 6 - 6:17 a.m. | Save Story
The second Annual Park City Jewish Festival was held Wednesday evening, bringing families from across Utah together to celebrate their culture and religion with the help of Jewish musicians.

Corina Nelson named general manager of Salt Lake Bees
Annette Campbell, KSL | Updated Aug. 5 - 10:36 p.m. | Save Story
Corina Nelson has been named general manager of the Salt Lake Bees, becoming the first woman to hold the position under Miller Sports + Entertainment ownership.

Gov. Cox highlights Utah's latest win in speech to Utah leaders
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 5 - 9:34 p.m. | Save Story
Gov. Spencer Cox, while speaking to Utah business leaders and others invested in building the state, shared Utah's latest triumph.

Get Gephardt helps Sandy mom sort out insurance confusion that left her with $25K bill
Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL | Updated Aug. 5 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
Having a baby isn't cheap. The average hospital bill hovers around $2,900. When a Sandy woman got hit with a bill nearly ten times that, she knew something was wrong.

Jury convicts former Utah Senate candidate in sexual abuse trial
Daniella Rivera, KSL | Posted Aug. 5 - 8:32 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah County jury decided the fate of a former Utah Senate candidate on Wednesday in a sexual abuse case that dragged on for years.

Off-duty officer injured breaking up domestic violence fight
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Aug. 5 - 7:28 p.m. | Save Story
An off-duty police officer who offered to a give a woman a ride was injured after the woman got into an argument with her fiancé after arriving, police say.

More than a 'traditional park'? Salt Lake City unveils final vision for Fleet Block open space
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Aug. 5 - 7:04 p.m. | Save Story
A block that once housed Salt Lake City's vehicle fleet has mostly been flattened, but the city envisions a portion of that will soon become a "shaded, natural green destination."

Charges filed in Costco 'tap-to-pay fraud scheme'
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Aug. 5 - 5:32 p.m. | Save Story
A California man is accused of going to multiple Utah Costco stores and attempting to purchase electronics using stolen bank card numbers.
Business & Tech »

What the lull in teen hiring this summer tells us about the job market ahead of Friday's report
Education »

'Truly a national treasure': University of Utah acquiring final 50 acres of historic Fort Douglas
- Canyons School District welcomes first-year teachers as competition for jobs grows
- From Africa to Alaska, here's how BYU is helping NASA prepare for Dragonfly mission
- At colleges, the AI boom means everyone wants to dabble in computer science
- Why are some lawmakers on both sides pumping brakes on the Education Department's demise?
Environment »

Great Basin jumps to highest fire preparedness level; $18M fund launched for Beaver area
- Fire weather to return to Pacific Northwest as crews battle Spokane fires
- Intense summer heat takes toll on Bear Lake raspberry crop ahead of Raspberry Days
- Fuego volcano activity that triggered evacuations in Guatemala is decreasing, but risks remain
- More than a 'traditional park'? Salt Lake City unveils final vision for Fleet Block open space
Police & Courts »

Great Basin jumps to highest fire preparedness level; $18M fund launched for Beaver area
- Video shows fire threatening building in Riverdale along I-84
- Man crashes car at 200 mph during Bonneville Speed Week, causing critical injuries
- Cambridge's youngest Black professor resigns as university investigates allegations of plagiarism
- Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer COVID questions
Politics »

Weber County leaders interested in nuclear power potential, host symposium on topic
- 2 soldiers killed in Lebanon in the first Israeli deaths since June truce with Hezbollah
- Over 20 Republicans join Mike Lee's bid to cancel recess unless Senate passes SAVE Act
- Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer COVID questions
- Jury convicts former Utah Senate candidate in sexual abuse trial
Religion »

Park City Jewish Festival brings famous singers, families together two years in a row
- Salt Lake City's unique Gilgal Sculpture Garden could become a landmark
- Trump says he will order halt to Iran strikes after parameters reached for deal to end war
- 'Definitely a need': Muslim leader says Utah needs Islamic advocacy group representation
- 'Biggest and heaviest season': 'The Chosen' unveils first Season 6 teaser trailer



