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Piute County community rallies around deputy after fire burns through his home
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Updated July 2 - 9:45 p.m. | Save Story
For more than two decades, Piute County sheriff's deputy Mike Gayler has answered calls for help, including during the Cottonwood Fire. Now, the community is returning the favor.
Provo commission gives Vesper Amphitheater thumbs down due to traffic concerns
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted July 2 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
After a lengthy public meeting where Provo Planning Commission members grilled the Vesper developers on proposal details, the commission ultimately recommended denial on a a proposed amphitheater
Nonprofit surprises 9-year-old monster truck superfan ahead of Monster Jam World Finals
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted July 2 - 8:40 p.m. | Save Story
With the Monster Jam World Finals rolling into town this weekend, a 9‑year‑old superfan received a surprise that stole the spotlight long before engines roar at Rice‑Eccles Stadium.
On the road with Sen. John Curtis as he walks 250 miles through Utah
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted July 2 - 8:14 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Sen. John Curtis is nearing the end of his 250-mile walk celebrating the 250th anniversary of America's founding.
Kevin O'Leary talks election results, Stratos project timeline with KSL
Daniella Rivera, KSL | Posted July 2 - 8:07 p.m. | Save Story
Celebrity investor Kevin O'Leary wants Utahns on his side as his massive artificial intelligence data center project planned for Box Elder County moves forward.
Utah wildfires take heavy toll on livestock
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted July 2 - 8:03 p.m. | Save Story
Ranchers are often running out of time to rescue their cattle and sheep from wildfires, leading to several losses, said the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food.
Spanish Fork coach sentenced to home confinement, probation for sexual abuse of teens
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted July 2 - 7:30 p.m. | Save Story
A Maple Mountain High School coach who admitted to engaging in a sexual act with two 17-year-old girls and providing them alcohol will spend time in home confinement before a four-year probation.
Piute County businesses say wildfire is hurting tourism for third straight summer
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted July 2 - 7:29 p.m. | Save Story
The Cottonwood Fire continues to burn on Beaver Mountain, but about 20 miles away in Marysvale, business owners say another struggle is unfolding.
Church of Jesus Christ announces 'unified fast' of gratitude for religious liberty
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted July 2 - 7:01 p.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints invited its members to participate in "unified fast" of gratitude this holiday weekend.
How Utah determines whether fish are safe to eat
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted July 2 - 6:20 p.m. | Save Story
The toxic chemical that made Utah Lake carp unsafe to eat for years still exists in the lake today, even though that type of fish is no longer under a consumption advisory.
Layton man charged with raping, kidnapping girl in Ogden in 2016
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted July 2 - 6:00 p.m. | Save Story
A Layton man has been charged with raping and kidnapping a girl in Ogden in 2016, but authorities are still searching for the man.
Park City man achieves the unachievable, completes the Double 7
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted July 2 - 5:31 p.m. | Save Story
Rob Lea just became the first person to complete what is known in the endurance world as the Double Seven.
Utah senator shares picture of graffiti reading 'kill trillionaires,' says he's 'metaphorically speaking'
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted July 2 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah state Sen. Nate Blouin shared a picture of graffiti that read, in part, "kill trillionaires" on social media earlier this week, adding in the caption that he was "metaphorically speaking."
Mapleton boy finds living kidney donor in a neighborhood friend
Sarah Martin, KSL | Posted July 2 - 4:41 p.m. | Save Story
For 16 years, Collin Chournos lived with just one kidney working at far below normal levels. When a kidney donation became his only option, he found a match right in his backyard.
How firefighters keep track of new starts to keep the public safe
Sarah Martin, KSL | Posted July 2 - 4:30 p.m. | Save Story
KSL took a closer look at how the huge support teams behind Utah's firefighters keep track of new starts and make sure the public gets timely alerts to stay safe.
Kennedy pushes wildfire bills, Forest Service HQ move as Utah battles major fires
Brenna Donnelly, KSL | Posted July 2 - 4:28 p.m. | Save Story
Three bills in the Congress could protect Utah lands from future wildfires, Rep. Mike Kennedy said.
Unlicensed contractor previously convicted faces new charges
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted July 2 - 4:00 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah man previously sent to prison for defrauding clients is facing new charges.
New water-wise landscaping at Utah prison saves millions of gallons of water
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted July 2 - 3:35 p.m. | Save Story
Grass at the Utah State Prison is being replaced with a xeriscaping project officials say will save millions of gallons of water each year and hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Tyler Robinson's appeal request denied by Utah Supreme Court
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted July 2 - 3:03 p.m. | Save Story
The state's high court will not consider a judge's decision to allow electronic media in the courtroom for the Tyler Robinson capital murder trial.
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