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How a Utah school district is bringing its community together for special needs students, families
Meg Christensen for KSL | Posted May 24 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
A fourth-grade student with Down syndrome at North Ogden Elementary School is showcasing how teams working together for inclusion can be successful in Utah.
Utah mom says chatbot tried to turn her daughter against her
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted May 24 - 12:04 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah mother said she's rethinking how her family uses technology after an unsettling exchange between her 9‑year‑old daughter and Amazon's now‑retired AI chatbot, Rufus.
Southern Utah University names university Hall of Famer as new athletic director
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted May 24 - 10:03 a.m. | Save Story
Southern Utah University named Myndee Kay Larsen as its permanent athletic director.
Idaho firm plans to redevelop long-vacant site off Ogden's 12th Street and Wall Avenue
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted May 24 - 9:33 a.m. | Save Story
An Idaho firm has acquired a long-vacant site off 12th Street and Wall Avenue in Ogden and plans to redevelop the location, probably with new retailers.
14-year-old former patient breaks ground on Huntsman Cancer Institute expansion
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted May 24 - 9:03 a.m. | Save Story
The Huntsman Cancer Institute is doubling the capacity of its proton therapy center. It is the only location the therapy, used in brain cancers and children's cancers, is available in Utah.
Amber Alert issued for 2 young boys abducted in Saratoga Springs; lives 'in danger'
Sicily Stanton for KSL | Posted May 24 - 8:18 a.m. | Save Story
Authorities issued an Amber Alert early Sunday for two young children believed to have been abducted by a family member in Saratoga Springs, and are asking the public for help locating them and the suspect.
Utah lawmakers to study impact of data centers on wildlife, environment
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted May 24 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
A state legislative panel voted Wednesday to study the impact of data centers on wildlife and other natural resources in light of a large proposed data center in Box Elder County.
Your guide to Memorial Day food deals in 2026
Emma Neff, Deseret News | Posted May 23 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
From Arby's and Baskin Robbins to Shake Shack and Olive Garden, there's a deal for everyone to enjoy this Memorial Day weekend.
Salt Lake City passes road closure that could solve last remaining train horn issue
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted May 23 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
A small, indefinite road closure in Salt Lake City could help fix a complaint that west side residents have had for years.
A Utah man's journey through family separation and childhood cancer to self-defense
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted May 23 - 7:04 p.m. | Save Story
Dwight Hargett knew Parowan was the place he wanted to move his family. Wanting to protect them and give them tools to protect themselves, he opened a gym teaching self-defense.
USU researchers working with beavers to preserve water
Shelby Lofton, KSL and Simone Seikaly, KSL | Posted May 23 - 6:29 p.m. | Save Story
By observing and studying beavers, Utah State Riverscapes professor Joe Wheaton is teaching students how to provide solutions to local farmers.
Mortgage rates rose sharply this week across the nation
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted May 23 - 5:46 p.m. | Save Story
Mortgage rates reached 6.51% Thursday, the highest level since August 2025, according to Freddie Mac, as the Iran war continues to drive up costs.
'A team effort': EPA head backs $1B budget request after touring Great Salt Lake
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted May 23 - 5:04 p.m. | Save Story
Lee Zeldin, the administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, joined several Utah politicians and state officials for an airboat tour of the bay Saturday.
Motorcyclist dies after colliding with SUV in West Valley City
Alex Tumalip, KSL | Updated May 23 - 3:50 p.m. | Save Story
A motorcyclist died after colliding with an SUV on eastbound state Route 201 in West Valley City on Saturday afternoon.
1 dead, 3 injured in West Jordan crash after vehicle flees during traffic stop
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Updated May 23 - 2:55 p.m. | Save Story
A person believed to be under 18 has died after a Toyota fled from a police officer during a traffic stop and later collided with an SUV early Saturday in West Jordan.
West Valley man armed with baseball bat arrest in road rage confrontation, police say
Brian West, KSL | Posted May 23 - 2:49 p.m. | Save Story
A West Valley man was arrested Thursday after police say he threatened a woman and hit her vehicle with a baseball bat during a road rage confrontation.
'This is our water': Hundreds of Utahns rally against proposed Box Elder data center
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Updated May 23 - 1:58 p.m. | Save Story
More than 600 people rallied at the Utah Capitol on Saturday afternoon, calling for an end to the proposed Stratos Project data center development in Box Elder County.
Utah father now accused of abusing 2 teen girls
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted May 23 - 12:54 p.m. | Save Story
An Eagle Mountain father already facing charges accusing him of abusing his 14-year-old daughter is now accused of abusing the teen's sister.
Meet the Utah woman helping people running from polygamy
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted May 23 - 10:01 a.m. | Save Story
The Harriet Tubman of Utah doesn't necessarily look like the sort of person who spends her life rescuing refugees. There are no discernible hard edges to her. She's not a tough talker. Get her going and she'll brag about her three daughters and her husband Larry. She smiles a lot; cries at the drop of a hat.
Business & Tech »
Utah leaders and organizations honored at Salt Lake Chamber's 'Under One Sky' awards gala
Education »
How a Utah school district is bringing its community together for special needs students, families
Police & Courts »
2 trapped people alive after Philippines building collapse; rescue continues
- Britney Spears was 'confrontational' and 'flamboyant' but tested low for alcohol during DUI stop
- Southern California chemical tank at risk of exploding as 50,000 residents ordered to evacuate
- Amber Alert issued for 2 young boys abducted in Saratoga Springs; lives 'in danger'
- Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says
Politics »
Republican defiance over 'anti-weaponization' fund sets up confrontation with Trump
- Utah lawmakers to study impact of data centers on wildlife, environment
- Sens. John Curtis and Mark Kelly debut video campaign urging parties to 'disagree better'
- 'A team effort': EPA head backs $1B budget request after touring Great Salt Lake
- Trump says framework of Iran deal 'largely negotiated,' with provision to reopen strait
Religion »
Church of Jesus Christ makes $25M donation to UNICEF to support children's nutrition
- Utah imam raises concerns about Islamophobia after deadly San Diego shooting
- 'Anti-Islamic writings' found in car of California mosque shooting suspects, official says
- Idaho governor on track to win primary as opponent scrambles to respond to Latter-day Saint voters
- New video highlights church's MTC experience as Temple Square Visitors' Center opens
Utah Counties »
Utah leaders and organizations honored at Salt Lake Chamber's 'Under One Sky' awards gala
- Utah mom says chatbot tried to turn her daughter against her
- Southern Utah University names university Hall of Famer as new athletic director
- Idaho firm plans to redevelop long-vacant site off Ogden's 12th Street and Wall Avenue
- 14-year-old former patient breaks ground on Huntsman Cancer Institute expansion
