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U. researchers find possible water source in Mount Timpanogos rock glacier
Bryanna Willis, KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 8:31 p.m. | Save Story
New research methods are revealing how much water can be found buried in Utah's mountains, leading to a deeper understanding of the state's water supply and possible methods of conservation.

Man sentenced for chase that closed road to Salt Lake International Airport
VideoMichael Houck, KSL | Updated Aug. 27 - 7:33 p.m. | Save Story
A convicted felon turned an attempted traffic stop for a revoked driver's license into a police pursuit that ended near the Salt Lake City International Airport.

Animators from Pixar's 'Cars' reveal Utah's inspiration for the movie
VideoBrian Carlson | Posted Aug. 27 - 7:06 p.m. | Save Story
For anyone who's seen the animated movie "Cars" by Disney Pixar, Utah's roads may have you taking a double take.

Police in Herriman offer back-to-school reminder about new Utah e-bike law
VideoAndrew Adams, KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 6:27 p.m. | Save Story
Police joined administrators at Providence Hall Junior High School Thursday to share an important reminder with students and parents about Utah's new e-bike law.

Hundreds of Utah families set to lose childcare assistance
VideoDaniel Woodruff and Heather Peterson, KSL | Updated Aug. 27 - 6:03 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Department of Workforce Services is lowering the income eligibility limit to qualify for Utah's childcare assistance program.

What Meta settlement actually changes for Utah kids
Brooke Nally for KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 4:55 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's landmark settlement with Meta will put daily time limits, nighttime blocks and school-hour restrictions on Instagram and Facebook for kids. Here's what changes, when it starts and what parents should do now.

South Salt Lake restaurant becomes first Utah eatery to earn coveted Michelin star
VideoCarter Williams, KSL | Updated Aug. 27 - 4:46 p.m. | Save Story
A fine dining restaurant that debuted in South Salt Lake last year is now the first Utah eatery to receive an iconic Michelin star, while several others in Utah received honors from the famed guide.

Canadian arrested in Sandy while attempting to purchase Nintendo products
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 4:28 p.m. | Save Story
For the second time in a month, a man not from Utah was arrested in Sandy while attempting to purchase Nintendo products using tap to pay.

2 people killed in I-215 crash identified
Devin Oldroyd, KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 4:19 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Department of Public Safety released the names of two people killed Tuesday in a crash on I-215 in Salt Lake City.

After Iron County vote, other 4-day school districts share lessons and warnings
VideoBrenna Donnelly, KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 4:07 p.m. | Save Story
Iron County School District is now the largest school district in the state to approve a four-day school week for all students, after a 4-3 school board vote Tuesday.

Utah's bear incidents have doubled over the past year, wildlife officials say
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 4:01 p.m. | Save Story
If it feels like the number of bear-related incidents is up in Utah, it's because it is.

4 charged in Kearns funeral shooting
Pat Reavy, KSL | Updated Aug. 27 - 3:01 p.m. | Save Story
Four people were charged Thursday for their alleged roles in a fatal shooting during a funeral in Kearns on Aug. 17 that police say the result of an old quarrel.

Flag historian prepares for 250 anniversary of American flag in Grantsville
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 1:28 p.m. | Save Story
At the Grantsville Library, DeVaughn Simper, the vexillologist with the largest collection of flags west of the Mississippi, will showcase the historical progression of the American Flag from its inception to today.

Love Your Watershed challenge encourages Utahns to keep Jordan River clean
VideoMadi Vollmer, KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 1:24 p.m. | Save Story
Utah mayors are launching the year-long "Love Your Watershed" challenge, encouraging residents to clean up litter and pollution in their neighborhoods before it reaches storm drains and the Jordan River.

'Brotherhood': 21-stop promotional campaign set for immigration-themed musical filmed in Utah
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 12:05 p.m. | Save Story
A 21-stop promotional campaign for "Brotherhood," an immigration-themed musical filmed in Utah, starts on Saturday in Provo.

Motorcyclist dies in Ogden after collision
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 11:58 a.m. | Save Story
A 64-year-old motorcyclist traveling on Washington Boulevard in Ogden died after a collision with a vehicle.

Bear Lake rental businesses prepare for changing seasons
VideoTodd Kunz, KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 11:22 a.m. | Save Story
The seasons are about to change, and for businesses that depend on summer traffic, that means a tangible change in pace at the Caribbean of the Rockies.

Pay dispute leads to stabbing investigation in Utah County
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Aug. 27 - 10:31 a.m. | Save Story
A man was arrested Wednesday in Saratoga Springs for allegedly stabbing another over a pay dispute.

Congress pushes to require social media influencers to disclose some payments
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 27 - 10:02 a.m. | Save Story
A new bipartisan bill would require social media influencers to disclose when they are being paid by foreign governments to amplify political messaging.
Business & Tech »

Hundreds of Utah families set to lose childcare assistance
- South Salt Lake restaurant becomes first Utah eatery to earn coveted Michelin star
- Time limits and a midnight cutoff: Meta's new rules for kids go further, but critics say not enough
- Zelenskyy gives award to Elon Musk for Starlink's role in Ukraine
- Bear Lake rental businesses prepare for changing seasons
Education »

After Iron County vote, other 4-day school districts share lessons and warnings
- 'A reason to start': Utah Valley University launches scholarship for concurrent enrollment students
- Timpanogos School District eyeing possible school closures, consolidations
- The world's largest collection of outdoor gear designs is at a Utah university
- Sanpete County schools temporarily initiate secure protocol due to nearby bear
Environment »

U. researchers find possible water source in Mount Timpanogos rock glacier
- Utah's bear incidents have doubled over the past year, wildlife officials say
- Love Your Watershed challenge encourages Utahns to keep Jordan River clean
- 'The most painful outcome': Black bear cub found in Sanpete County euthanized
- A costly invasive species appears to have made it to Utah's Colorado River segment
Politics »
US judge weighs challenge to restore Trump's name to Kennedy Center
- Lee says migrants are exploiting children to cross the border. His new bill wants to change that
- Why is a 200-yard stretch of road in Vineyard causing such a ruckus?
- The next Big Tobacco? Utah leaders celebrate 'watershed' Meta settlement
- US says Chinese hackers broke into Justice Department, NASA, Federal Reserve, Senate and more
Science »

How AI is helping one Utah woman stay ahead of severe asthma
- What Meta settlement actually changes for Utah kids
- Police officer arrested after tracking ex-girlfriend on Flock camera system over 2,000 times, authorities say
- Meta reaches $18 billion settlement with Utah, other states in landmark trial over teen social media addiction
- US says Chinese hackers broke into Justice Department, NASA, Federal Reserve, Senate and more
Utah Counties »

Over 14,000 without power in southern Utah
- Man sentenced for chase that closed road to Salt Lake International Airport
- Police in Herriman offer back-to-school reminder about new Utah e-bike law
- South Salt Lake restaurant becomes first Utah eatery to earn coveted Michelin star
- Millard County campground evacuated after Spring Branch wildfire sparks



