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Alabama man accused of barricading himself inside Utah jail office now booked into facility
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted July 2 - 10:02 a.m. | Save Story
A man who police say made a false report to police after allegedly trying to barricade himself inside the Purgatory Correctional Facility has been arrested.
American Heritage Museum opens at SCERA ahead of Independence Day celebrations
Annette Campbell, KSL | Posted July 2 - 9:04 a.m. | Save Story
As the Freedom Festival events begin across Utah County, the SCERA Center for the Arts welcomes visitors to a new collection showcasing centuries of American history.
Appeals court allows Utah journalist's lawsuit against the Legislature to move forward in part
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted July 2 - 8:09 a.m. | Save Story
A federal appeals court allowed parts of a lawsuit filed by an independent journalist against the Utah Legislature to move forward after a lower court dismissed the case last fall.
World Cup fever sweeps Utah as fans pack Sandy watch party
Dan Rascon, KSL | Posted July 2 - 7:33 a.m. | Save Story
As the United States squared off against Bosnia in California, thousands of passionate soccer fans gathered outside America First Field in Sandy for a massive watch party.
Convicted murderer Kouri Richins seeks a new trial
Pat Reavy, KSL | Updated July 2 - 7:21 a.m. | Save Story
Kouri Richins, convicted of killing her husband in 2022, says the court was biased in favor of the state and is requesting a new trial.
Crews battling Eureka fire potentially exposed to lead, fire officials warn
Devin Oldroyd, KSL | Posted July 2 - 6:38 a.m. | Save Story
Firefighters and other staff battling the Iron Fire in Juab County received notice that they may have been exposed to lead and other harmful substances while fighting the flames Wednesday evening.
Firework ban takes the bang out of Heber Marching Band fundraiser
Brenna Donnelly, KSL | Posted July 2 - 6:16 a.m. | Save Story
The Heber Valley Marching Band uses sales at the Phantom Firework tent as its primary fundraiser, but students aren't making money this year and are reporting being heckled by passersby.
'I love the USA': Organizers of Independence Day event put out special call to Latino population
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted July 1 - 10:52 p.m. | Save Story
The conservative organizers of a Sandy Independence Day event put out a special call and invitation for participation by the Latino population.
Firearm target shooting temporarily banned at WMAs in 17 Utah counties over wildfire concerns
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 1 - 10:30 p.m. | Save Story
Utah wildlife managers have paused firearm target shooting at wildlife management areas in 16 counties across the state, citing high wildfire danger.
Why are your taxes increasing? Numerous Utah cities pursue property tax hikes
Tim Vandenack and Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 1 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
Numerous cities across Utah are pursuing property tax hikes, one for 506%, which will be the focus of public hearings in August. These are the challenges municipalities face.
Utah Highway Patrol launches holiday DUI crackdown and Lyft program
Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted July 1 - 8:30 p.m. | Save Story
Utah leaders are rolling out a new impaired driving crackdown ahead of two busy holiday weekends, paired with a statewide ride-share incentive aimed at reducing DUIs.
What major modifications to federal student loans are taking effect July 1
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted July 1 - 7:30 p.m. | Save Story
A major overhaul of the federal loan system went into effect Wednesday with fewer repayment options and new borrowing limits for parents of college students and some graduate students.
Utah's Fourth of July events celebrating America 250
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted July 1 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
From parades and festivals to drone shows and colonial villages, here is a look at some of the Utah events leading up to July 4.
With eyes trained on future, Stadler reminisces on 10 years in Utah
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted July 1 - 6:00 p.m. | Save Story
Stadler Rail on Wednesday celebrated 10 years in the Beehive State, marked by yet another expansion to the facility and a visit from Swiss President Guy Parmelin.
'The light is coming': How the World Cup is bringing hope and unity to Bosnians in Utah
Ariel Harmer, Deseret News | Posted July 1 - 5:06 p.m. | Save Story
As the U.S. prepares to face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup Wednesday night, fans of the small Balkan nation see the game as a symbol of hope for a once-broken country.
Where you can and can't light personal fireworks in Utah this Fourth of July
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 1 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox recently issued an order banning personal fireworks amid Utah's worst fire season in at least six years. Cities, however, have the option to create "safe zones."
'Committed to getting better': Taylor Frankie Paul voluntarily entered rehab
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted July 1 - 4:00 p.m. | Save Story
Taylor Frankie Paul voluntarily checked into a rehab facility at the recommendation of her doctor, and has since checked out, according to a new report.
Man accused of moving dead body arrested
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted July 1 - 3:02 p.m. | Save Story
South Salt Lake police have arrested a man for investigation of abuse or desecration of a dead body, but the investigation into the decedent's death continues.
Map released for Utah National Guard flyover to celebrate America's 250th
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Updated July 1 - 2:39 p.m. | Save Story
Utahns across the state will get to enjoy a patriotic military display on the Fourth of July as part of Hill Air Force Base's "Freedom 250 Celebration."
Education »
Provo-Orem cracks another coveted national list
- University of Utah graduates have the best odds of launching $1B company, Stanford study finds
- SCOTUS upholds state laws banning transgender girls from school athletic teams
- This Utah school district is projected to be debt-free by 2031
- BYU nursing professors, students working to transform mountain rescue operations in India
Environment »
Despite devastation, Cottonwood Fire leaves behind 'islands of hope' on Beaver Mountain
- Crews battling Eureka fire potentially exposed to lead, fire officials warn
- Firework ban takes the bang out of Heber Marching Band fundraiser
- Relocating 6 million Singapore bees and counting, one nest at a time
- Sightings of humpback whales surge in Rio de Janeiro, fueling demand for whale-watching trips
Police & Courts »
Despite devastation, Cottonwood Fire leaves behind 'islands of hope' on Beaver Mountain
- Alabama man accused of barricading himself inside Utah jail office now booked into facility
- Appeals court allows Utah journalist's lawsuit against the Legislature to move forward in part
- Convicted murderer Kouri Richins seeks a new trial
- Utah Highway Patrol launches holiday DUI crackdown and Lyft program
Politics »
Russia bombards Kyiv in major strike, at least 18 people killed
- 'I love the USA': Organizers of Independence Day event put out special call to Latino population
- The Declaration's forgotten (non)signer: John Dickinson's missing 1776 signature haunts his legacy
- Why are your taxes increasing? Numerous Utah cities pursue property tax hikes
- Trump honors Theodore Roosevelt in North Dakota, debuts new Air Force One
Religion »
Salt Lake Temple ready for seismic activity
- Church of Jesus Christ volunteers deliver care kits after Venezuela earthquakes
- Utah Symphony, Church of Jesus Christ call for pioneer-era instruments
- Israel moves to formally recognize Armenian WWI deaths as a genocide
- 'Tonight is all about hope': Tabernacle Choir ends world tour with Hollywood Bowl benefit concerts
Science »
Here are early warning signs that you've been hacked and how you can protect yourself
- Sightings of humpback whales surge in Rio de Janeiro, fueling demand for whale-watching trips
- Retrofitted Qatari jet takes flight as Air Force One for Trump's trip to North Dakota
- Cox: America needs a new generation of electricity
- A rare dinosaur fossil from Antarctica is found tucked away in a drawer
