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Utah Highway Patrol launches holiday DUI crackdown and Lyft program

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

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

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

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

'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

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

'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

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

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."
Convicted murderer Kouri Richins seeks a new trial

Convicted murderer Kouri Richins seeks a new trial

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted July 1 - 2:30 p.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.
New housing coordination division launches in Utah governor's office

New housing coordination division launches in Utah governor's office

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL and Joe Wirthlin, KSL  |  Updated July 1 - 1:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

The governor's office launched Utah's new Division of Housing and Community Development to unify new and existing housing programs under a single banner.
'Oops': Utah senator, Fox News apologize for linking data center foes to China

'Oops': Utah senator, Fox News apologize for linking data center foes to China

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted July 1 - 1:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah senator and Fox News offered apologies connected to allegations that foes of the Box Elder County data center project are linked to China, while Kevin O'Leary offered a clarifying statement.
It's official: Salt Lake City shatters previous record-low snow collection total

It's official: Salt Lake City shatters previous record-low snow collection total

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted July 1 - 1:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's capital city added one last record to the rough winter that the state experienced.
Draw down of Pineview Reservoir creates recreation, business concerns

Draw down of Pineview Reservoir creates recreation, business concerns

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted July 1 - 12:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Pineview Reservoir will be significantly drawn down towards the end of this summer as Ogden city prepares to replace part of an aging water pipeline.
Cox: America needs a new generation of electricity

Cox: America needs a new generation of electricity

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted July 1 - 11:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

Gov. Spencer Cox has spent his political capital to persuade his constituents that America is on the cusp of a new era of energy production. But it is an opportunity, not a guarantee.
Widow of Granite Mountain Hotshot supports families after deadly border wildfire

Widow of Granite Mountain Hotshot supports families after deadly border wildfire

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted July 1 - 11:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

The deaths of three wildland firefighters make the anniversary of another fire tragedy even more somber this year.
Salt Lake Temple ready for seismic activity

Salt Lake Temple ready for seismic activity

Joe Wirthlin, KSL  |  Posted July 1 - 9:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced that the Salt Lake Temple was officially prepared for seismic activity after the removal of base isolator plates.
Utah's wildfire season built for months before the flames arrived

Utah's wildfire season built for months before the flames arrived

Eva Terry, Deseret News  |  Posted July 1 - 8:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

With about half of the summer remaining, Utah has already experienced 390 wildfires. The recipe for it has been simple, and this year, deadly.
Where to watch fireworks this Fourth of July weekend

Where to watch fireworks this Fourth of July weekend

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted July 1 - 7:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

Here is where firework shows will be happening across Utah this Fourth of July weekend.