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Kaysville fire started by a group of young adults playing with fireworks, fire department says
Becky Bruce, KSL | Updated July 4 - 10:31 a.m. | Save Story
A Kaysville fire that forced residents to briefly evacuate Friday night started after a group of young adults shot fireworks at each other, the Kaysville Fire Department said on Saturday.
Nonprofit surprises 9-year-old monster truck superfan ahead of Monster Jam World Finals
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted July 4 - 9:24 a.m. | Save Story
With the Monster Jam World Finals rolling into town this weekend, a 9‑year‑old superfan received a surprise that stole the spotlight long before engines roar at Rice‑Eccles Stadium.
US Olympic official: 'No concerns' about changes in Utah's 2034 Winter Games leadership
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted July 4 - 8:43 a.m. | Save Story
The departure of the only high-ranking Olympian on the organizing committee for Utah's 2034 Winter Olympics aren't a worry for U.S. Olympic and Paralympic officials.
Smith and Morehouse, Porcupine only full reservoirs in Utah right now
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted July 4 - 7:41 a.m. | Save Story
As many reservoirs struggle statewide, some of the smaller, high-elevation reservoirs remain full. That's not by chance but rather strategy on the part of water managers.
'A real community story': Midway residents honor veterans with 250 flags on Memorial Hill
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted July 4 - 7:17 a.m. | Save Story
In Midway, 250 flags adorn Memorial Hill, honoring veterans and military service members while celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Thousands gather at State Capitol for concert ringing in America 250
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted July 3 - 10:40 p.m. | Save Story
On the eve of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Utahns reflected on the anniversary's meaning at the Utah Capitol as they took in an outdoor concert featuring the Utah Symphony.
Why are fireworks a key piece of Fourth of July celebrations?
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 3 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
A debate over Fourth of July fireworks this year is just the latest chapter in a saga involving the holiday, a tradition and Utah.
On the road with Sen. John Curtis as he walks 250 miles through Utah
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted July 3 - 8:32 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Sen. John Curtis is nearing the end of his 250-mile walk celebrating the 250th anniversary of America's founding.
Brigham Young University building new housing for married students
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted July 3 - 7:47 p.m. | Save Story
Married Brigham Young University students will soon have more housing options, with the university set to build 11 new apartment buildings at the Wymount Terrace on-campus housing area.
Mapleton boy finds living kidney donor in a neighborhood friend
Sarah Martin, KSL | Posted July 3 - 7:08 p.m. | Save Story
For 16 years, Collin Chournos lived with just one kidney working at far below normal levels. When a kidney donation became his only option, he found a match right in his backyard.
Provo's Fourth of July parade promises to be 'bigger' than ever for America 250
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted July 3 - 6:26 p.m. | Save Story
Provo parade organizers are promising the July 4 parade will be "bigger" than ever for America 250.
Kennedy pushes wildfire bills, Forest Service HQ move as Utah battles major fires
Brenna Donnelly, KSL | Posted July 3 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Three bills in the Congress could protect Utah lands from future wildfires, Rep. Mike Kennedy said.
'Special every time': Utah-born violinist returns to her roots with Utah Symphony tour
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted July 3 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah violinist who started her musical career at age 11 with the Utah Symphony has returned to the group for this year's Music Elevated State Tour celebrating America 250.
Man dies after being struck by vehicle in Cedar City parking lot
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 3 - 2:39 p.m. | Save Story
A man died after being struck by a vehicle outside a grocery store parking lot in Cedar City on Friday, police said.
Utah-born 'America's Potluck' invites neighbors nationwide to celebrate together
Garna Mejia, KSL | Updated July 3 - 2:02 p.m. | Save Story
A nationwide initiative invites Americans to gather with their communities for a potluck as part of the America 250 celebrations.
Utah's Venezuelans to gather to mourn earthquake victims; funds sought to send aid
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted July 3 - 12:59 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's Venezuelan community will gather to mourn the victims of the earthquakes that hit the country, and funds are being raised to aid the country.
This grandma-granddaughter TikTok duo is spreading joy online
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted July 3 - 12:13 p.m. | Save Story
Shelby Coleman decided two years ago to start posting videos of her "granny" on TikTok. It's a fun activity that continues to bring them together today
Piute County businesses say wildfire is hurting tourism for third straight summer
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Updated July 3 - 10:51 a.m. | Save Story
The Cottonwood Fire continues to burn on Beaver Mountain, but about 20 miles away in Marysvale, business owners say another struggle is unfolding.
Iron, Cherry fires close to full containment; Babylon Fire surpasses 85,000 acres
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted July 3 - 10:14 a.m. | Save Story
Crews have made significant gains on two fires burning in central Utah, but poor conditions have helped a fire burning in southeast Utah double in size over the past few days.
Environment »
Why are fireworks a key piece of Fourth of July celebrations?
- Kennedy pushes wildfire bills, Forest Service HQ move as Utah battles major fires
- Kevin O'Leary talks election results, Stratos project timeline with KSL
- Utah reservoir systems reaches middle of 2026 at 11 percentage points below normal
- Provo commission gives Vesper Amphitheater thumbs down due to traffic concerns
Police & Courts »
Kaysville fire started by a group of young adults playing with fireworks, fire department says
- DNR law enforcement keeps eyes on wildlife, livestock crimes amid recent incident
- Man dies after being struck by vehicle in Cedar City parking lot
- Preliminary report didn't flag an engine failure before a skydiving plane crash that killed 12
- Piute County businesses say wildfire is hurting tourism for third straight summer
Politics »
Trump to mark America 250 with campaign-style rally on National Mall
- Iran begins dayslong funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war
- Trump Accounts to debut as US kicks off 250th Independence Day celebrations
- 18-year-old BYU-I student walking 1,000 miles for Tibet
- The Declaration's forgotten (non)signer: John Dickinson's missing 1776 signature haunts his legacy
Religion »
Iran begins dayslong funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war
Utah Counties »
Brothers play key role in SUU rodeo team's first ever regionals win
- Kaysville fire started by a group of young adults playing with fireworks, fire department says
- Nonprofit surprises 9-year-old monster truck superfan ahead of Monster Jam World Finals
- US Olympic official: 'No concerns' about changes in Utah's 2034 Winter Games leadership
- Smith and Morehouse, Porcupine only full reservoirs in Utah right now
