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New market space, restaurant part of plan for new history-themed Salt Lake City trail
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Oct. 26 - 9:25 a.m. | Save Story
The group behind a new history-themed trail now being constructed near the Utah Capitol says it envisions transformations to historic buildings along the path, which can bring new restaurants and events to Capitol Hill.

Evacuation notice lifted for Bluff residents in San Juan County
Kennedy Camarena, KSL | Posted Oct. 26 - 8:02 a.m. | Save Story
An evacuation notice was lifted on Monday for the town of Bluff after floodwaters threatened the area on Sunday night, triggering an emergency evacuation.

Where Salt Lake City, Delta Center and Jazz Bear rank among NBA fans
VideoDennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 26 - 7:09 a.m. | Save Story
When the Utah Jazz host the New Orleans Pelicans in their home opener Friday night, Salt Lake City will be hoppin', Delta Center will be rockin', and Bear will be boppin'.

Salt Lake County prosecutors using AI to review evidence; DA says humans remain in control
Eric Cabrera, KSL | Posted Oct. 26 - 6:20 a.m. | Save Story
As prosecutors from across the country gather in Salt Lake City, officials are sharing how artificial intelligence is changing criminal investigations — and why they say safeguards are essential.

Latinos backing Dem House hopefuls more engaged this cycle than GOP, study says
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Oct. 25 - 10:34 p.m. | Save Story
Latinos backing Democratic House hopefuls are more engaged this election cycle than those backing Republican candidates, a Pew report says.

Ireland changed its approach to business to keep its children home
Suzanne Bates, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 25 - 10:02 p.m. | Save Story
As the members of a Utah trade mission make their way across Ireland, their Irish hosts have lined up to welcome them with their lovely, lilting accents and friendly, open way.

Navajo Nation, San Juan County communities ordered to evacuate due to potential flooding
VideoKennedy Camarena and Tyrese Boone, KSL | Updated Oct. 25 - 9:05 p.m. | Save Story
Bluff, Montezuma Creek and Aneth were ordered to evacuate Saturday night as the San Juan River water levels continued to rise.

Antelope Island bison roundup brings together family tradition and herd health
VideoAlex Cabrero, KSL | Posted Oct. 25 - 8:25 p.m. | Save Story
Hundreds of riders took part in Saturday's annual bison roundup at Antelope Island State Park, helping move the animals into corrals. The tradition helps with herd health.

Are Utah's public colleges edging closer to the expected 'demographic cliff?'
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 25 - 7:02 p.m. | Save Story
Higher education analysts have warned that Utah is approaching a "demographic cliff" because of anticipated declines in college-age residents in the coming years.

Thousands attend USU's annual pumpkin toss competition
Sarah Earnshaw and Kennedy Camarena, KSL | Posted Oct. 25 - 6:03 p.m. | Save Story
Around 5,000 people watched as students worked with trebuchets to throw pumpkins during Utah State University's annual pumpkin toss competition on Saturday.

Thousands gather for Dragonsteel's first in-person Light Day Market
Sarah Earnshaw, KSL | Posted Oct. 25 - 5:41 p.m. | Save Story
Thousands of people gathered together on Saturday at Dragonsteel's headquarters in Pleasant Grove for its first in-person Light Day Market.

For Dallas Jenkins, the end of 'The Chosen' brings relief and gratitude
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 25 - 4:47 p.m. | Save Story
After 527 days of filming, Dallas Jenkins felt a weighty pressure lift when "The Chosen" wrapped production in late September.

Utah business, government leaders deepen connections in Ireland
Suzanne Bates, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 25 - 3:47 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox met with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin on Wednesday amid a trade mission organized by World Trade Center Utah.

International Pez Museum of Erda celebrates 30 years of collecting
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted Oct. 25 - 2:27 p.m. | Save Story
The International Pez Museum of Erda is a little-known attraction that the owner rarely advertises. However, he is always happy to share his collection with interested visitors.

Second oldest congregation in Utah continues to serve Salt Lake City
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted Oct. 25 - 12:20 p.m. | Save Story
The First Congregational Church is the first church outside The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to be founded in Utah. More than a century later, the congregation still thrives.

Man dies after being shot by police outside of West Valley City hotel, police say
Kennedy Camarena, KSL | Posted Oct. 25 - 12:11 p.m. | Save Story
A man died on Sunday after being shot by a police officer outside of a hotel in West Valley City, police say.

For retirees, picking up a hobby could be the best thing for your mental health
VideoTamara Vaifanua, KSL | Updated Oct. 25 - 11:02 a.m. | Save Story
A group of southern Utah musicians in their 70s and 80s say a hobby didn't just fill their calendar; it gave them purpose.

Salt Lake City International Airport celebrates end of construction
VideoDaniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Oct. 24 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
The final piece of Concourse B at Salt Lake City International Airport will open in a few days, but Saturday was about celebrating the project itself.

Salt Lake City Christmas tradition ends after 30 years as owner faces health challenges
VideoGarna Mejia, KSL | Posted Oct. 24 - 10:24 p.m. | Save Story
Forrest Nunley, the man behind a beloved Christmas house tradition in the Salt Lake Valley, is turning off the lights for good.
Business & Tech »
Unconventional AI buys Israeli chip startup NeuReality to speed product development
Education »

Empty desks: Headcounts are down at several Utah colleges — but what about K-12 schools?
- Utah's annual Reading Marathon begins with kickoff event to promote childhood literacy
- Top education official warns against declaring the U. a 'sanctuary' campus for immigrant students
- USU researchers tap machine learning, game cameras to inform recreation area management
- Utah higher education institutions provide value, students leave money on table, economist says
Police & Courts »

Chris Brown avoids prison time for brawling at a London nightclub
- Salt Lake County prosecutors using AI to review evidence; DA says humans remain in control
- Man dies after being shot by police outside of West Valley City hotel, police say
- NTSB reveals what caused 2025 fatal helicopter crash near Ririe Reservoir in Idaho
- A fire devastates the Eagle's Nest retreat built for Hitler in Germany. A suspect is detained
Politics »

Serbia's political veteran Vucic outplayed all opponents. Then came the students
- Salt Lake County prosecutors using AI to review evidence; DA says humans remain in control
- Ireland changed its approach to business to keep its children home
- Poll data reveals widening divide over Israel that could reshape Senate control
- Bolsonaro calls for Brazil election results to be 'annulled' after loss to Lula
Religion »

For Dallas Jenkins, the end of 'The Chosen' brings relief and gratitude
- Second oldest congregation in Utah continues to serve Salt Lake City
- Pope's lung cancer is a reminder that nonsmokers can be at risk. What to know
- First Presbyterian Church to host 40th annual Scottish heritage events
- Leaders of church fear historic Japantown will remain 'Japandock' despite Smith's vision
Science »

The connection between having in-person friends and problematic social media use
- Factbox-From Amazon to Google, the deep-pocketed investors in Anthropic
- SpaceX enters $40 billion deal with Apollo for AI chip financing
- Salt Lake County prosecutors using AI to review evidence; DA says humans remain in control
- India's Tata Communications to spend $450 million on AI connectivity infrastructure
Utah Counties »

Empty desks: Headcounts are down at several Utah colleges — but what about K-12 schools?
- New market space, restaurant part of plan for new history-themed Salt Lake City trail
- Evacuation notice lifted for Bluff residents in San Juan County
- Salt Lake County prosecutors using AI to review evidence; DA says humans remain in control
- Navajo Nation, San Juan County communities ordered to evacuate due to potential flooding


