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Why the water outlook for Lake Powell and Utah just got worse
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Inflows into Lake Powell were already bleak, and January didn't provide any favors.
How Mark Cuban, Trump appointee Chris Klomp are attacking common health care goals
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
The unlikely pair of businessman Mark Cuban and Trump appointee Chris Klomp developed a relationship and mutual respect over one idea: making health care more affordable for Americans.
Utah Sen. John Curtis slams Trump over 'blatantly racist' social post
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Updated Feb. 6 - 6:43 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Sen. John Curtis blasted President Donald Trump over a since-deleted post the president shared depicting former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as apes.
Salt Lake woman sent to prison for stealing $1.4M from employer through gift cards
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 6:37 p.m. | Save Story
A Salt Lake woman was sentenced to 15 months in prison for embezzling almost $1.4 million by issuing gift cards to herself through her employer's finances.
Utah lawmakers shoot down bill targeting 'chemtrails'
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 6:01 p.m. | Save Story
For the second year in a row, a bill based on a conspiracy theory about "chemtrails" in Utah skies has failed to get to the finish line.
Hundreds of Utah students walk out, protest Trump's immigration policies
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
Hundreds of students from numerous Salt Lake area schools walked out of classes Friday to march and protest President Trump's immigration policies.
Utah, France and Italy sign agreement to cooperate on future Olympic Games
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 4:32 p.m. | Save Story
While much of the world's attention in Milan is focused on the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics, leaders from three Olympic regions were already looking ahead.
Probation ordered for Utah woman who stabbed car during road rage confrontation
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 4:03 p.m. | Save Story
Bridget Hood pleaded guilty to assault and was ordered to serve two years of probation after chasing down a man she believed had cut her off, threatening him with a knife, charges say.
Mapleton homeowners push back against proposed road threatening farms, homes
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 1:34 p.m. | Save Story
Several Mapleton homeowners are voicing frustration and fear after learning a proposed road expansion could cut directly through their private property, including a 20‑acre farm.
Sandy officer found justified in shooting, killing teen boy driving stolen van
Pat Reavy, KSL | Updated Feb. 6 - 12:38 p.m. | Save Story
A Sandy police officer was found Friday to be legally justified when he shot and killed an autistic 16-year-old boy who veered toward the officer in a stolen van.
Door-knocking pranks leading to violence, criminal charges in Utah, KSL Investigation finds
Daniella Rivera, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 12:32 p.m. | Save Story
What was once considered a harmless childhood prank seems to be getting more dangerous. The KSL Investigators explore why ding-dong ditching is escalating into violent encounters.
Utah Supreme Court says construction on Heber Valley temple can resume
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 10:45 a.m. | Save Story
The Utah Supreme Court says construction of a Latter-day Saint temple in Heber City can resume while some residents appeal a lawsuit that sought to halt construction.
Murder charges dismissed for husband accused of killing his wife after he is found not competent
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 10:21 a.m. | Save Story
Charges have been dismissed against a man accused of killing his wife in September 2023 after the man was ordered into civil commitment with a neurodegenerative disease.
These 3 Great Salt Lake-related bills pass their first test. Here's how they'd help the lake
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 9:56 a.m. | Save Story
A trio of Great Salt Lake-related bills passed through a House of Representatives committee with glowing reviews. All three would help get more water to the lake, their sponsors say.
US 191 closed in Duchesne County due to oil tanker spill
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 9:00 a.m. | Save Story
A crash in Duchesne County has shut down U.S. 191 after an oil tank spilled.
Legislative bill to limit number of bills fails to gain traction
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 8:54 a.m. | Save Story
Even with a resounding endorsement from the governor, a proposal on Thursday to limit the number of legislative requests for Utah lawmakers hit a roadblock of skepticism and opposition.
Should Utah third graders struggling with reading be held back a year?
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 6 - 8:04 a.m. | Save Story
With a recent report revealing Utah's K-3 students are reading below minimum levels, many local civic leaders are calling for action. The Legislature is trying to do that with SB241.
Family says 92-year-old's wallet stolen from Utah hospital
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 7:42 a.m. | Save Story
The Hutchens family said on Saturday someone took $1,000 from 92-year-old Eva Burch's account, and they believed the matter stemmed from the theft of a wallet at a hospital.
Springville swim coach pleads no contest to object rape, sexual battery charges
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 6:50 a.m. | Save Story
A former Springville swim coach entered a plea in abeyance and is not contesting that she inappropriately touched two people, one younger than 14, without consent.
Education »
Should Utah third graders struggling with reading be held back a year?
- New report outlines University of Utah's economic, societal contributions
- Social media influencer's appearance at West Haven school prompts dustup, apology
- State School Board selects 4 companies as panic alert providers for K-12 schools
- UVU students protest immigration crackdown, presence of border protection reps at job fair
Police & Courts »
3 men killed from likely carbon monoxide poisoning in West Valley City, police say
- Actor Timothy Busfield indicted on 4 counts of sexual contact with a child
- Salt Lake woman sent to prison for stealing $1.4M from employer through gift cards
- Probation ordered for Utah woman who stabbed car during road rage confrontation
- Sandy officer found justified in shooting, killing teen boy driving stolen van
Religion »
Utah Supreme Court says construction on Heber Valley temple can resume
- Church of Jesus Christ announces financial, site and volunteer support for 2034 Winter Olympics
- Michelangelo's 'The Last Judgment' fresco undergoes 3-month cleaning at Sistine Chapel
- Salt Lake City wants to close these streets for 2027 temple open house
- Utah could soon add another state holiday: Good Friday
