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North Redmond Fire caused by earlier controlled burn, Sevier County Sheriff's Office says
Alex Tumalip, KSL | Updated March 21 - 10:21 p.m. | Save Story
The North Redmond Fire in Sevier County was caused by remnants of a controlled burn that were fanned by gusty winds, according to a release from the Sevier County Sheriff's Office.
33-year-old American Fork man dies in base-jumping fall at Provo's Rock Canyon
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Updated March 21 - 10:16 p.m. | Save Story
Provo police have identified 33-year-old Wesson Huff of American Fork as the man who was killed in a fall in an area of Rock Canyon known as "Bad Bananas" Saturday afternoon.
USU study: More days over 80 degrees means more fire
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted March 21 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah State University study finds that the number of days over 80 degrees leading up to fire season are a strong indicator of how many and how intense wildfires will be.
State Route 28 reopens after fire near Yuba Lake State Park
Alex Tumalip, KSL | Updated March 21 - 8:48 p.m. | Save Story
A fire burning on Bureau of Land Management land that forced the closure of state Route 28 was determined to be human-caused and is now under investigation, officials said.
Misinformation surrounding Prop 4: Can misleading voters carry legal consequences?
Daniella Rivera, KSL | Posted March 21 - 8:32 p.m. | Save Story
Several concerned citizens have shared concerns about petition signature gatherers presenting misinformation, sparking questions about whether there is any legal recourse when voters are misled.
What does a new proposal by the World Anti-Doping Agency mean for Utah's next Olympics?
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted March 21 - 7:02 p.m. | Save Story
Could President Donald Trump and other U.S. officials be barred from major international sporting events, even in their own country, because of unpaid dues to the World Anti-Doping Agency?
Nonprofit helps parents navigate uncertainty following Down syndrome diagnosis
Sarah Earnshaw and Parly Scott, KSL | Posted March 21 - 6:29 p.m. | Save Story
A nonprofit organization is trying to take the fear out of the unknown for parents who have kids with Down syndrome.
Mortgage rates keep going up as war continues
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted March 21 - 5:43 p.m. | Save Story
Mortgage rates continue to climb for a third week thanks to the turmoil in the Middle East. How long will it last?
Utah's new constitutional court faces legal skepticism — but not broad public rejection
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted March 21 - 5:06 p.m. | Save Story
Anyone who sat in on public discussion on the slate of judicial-focused bills this past legislative session heard no shortage of concerns, as speakers lined up to warn that lawmakers were seeking "unilateral and arbitrary power."
Utah governor's book 'Off Ramp' to be released near anniversary of Charlie Kirk assassination
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted March 21 - 2:49 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox's first book, "Off Ramp: How to be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt," will be available on Sep. 8.
Cosmo the Cougar to join local elementary school kids in bike bus parade
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted March 21 - 12:05 p.m. | Save Story
Cosmo the Cougar will be joining a list of special celebrities who have participated in local bike buses around the country after he received a flood of requests on social media.
Report shows how 'shared equity' programs can help Utahns buy homes
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted March 21 - 10:31 a.m. | Save Story
Government programs can go only so far in helping Utahns buy homes, but there are other options available that involve private investors, according to a new report.
Southern Utah groups form committee to protect open spaces
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted March 21 - 10:02 a.m. | Save Story
Groups in southern Utah has formed the Open Space and Recreation Preservation Committee to help protect open spaces in the area.
Bracket busted? Find comfort in these food deals
Emma Neff, Deseret News | Posted March 21 - 9:26 a.m. | Save Story
From wing bundles at Buffalo Wild Wings to sweet savings at Krispy Kreme, these are the best food deals for a March Madness pick-me-up
St. George Art Festival to feature The Aquabats! in free concert
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted March 21 - 7:43 a.m. | Save Story
The Aquabats! are are headlining at the St. George Arts Festival on April 3. City officials say this concert will be one of many ways the festival will showcase art.
Utah native finds his calling preserving Mayan languages
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted March 21 - 7:19 a.m. | Save Story
Winston Scott's twists and turns took him to the lush mountains of Guatemala, where he was introduced to the Maya people. Now he's made it his mission to preserve their language.
Teen hospitalized in critical condition after shooting in South Salt Lake; gunman remains at large
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted March 20 - 10:51 p.m. | Save Story
South Salt Lake police are searching for suspects in a shooting that left a teen critically injured.
Community gathers in Loa to remember Margaret Oldroyd, woman killed in Wayne County
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted March 20 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
Funeral services for Margaret Oldroyd, murdered earlier this month, were held Friday. Her brother and sister said Oldroyd leaves behind a large family and a community that loved her.
Demonstrators protest outside small ICE facility in Ogden they say is getting increased use
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted March 20 - 9:34 p.m. | Save Story
Demonstrators protested outside a small Immigration and Customs Enforcement office in Ogden they say is getting increased use to draw attention to agency activity.
Education »
Entrepreneurs pitch business ideas to investors during Utah filming of 'Meet the Drapers'
Environment »
USU study: More days over 80 degrees means more fire
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- Bullfrog Marina to be temporarily relocated amid Lake Powell's water woes
- Warm weather has Utah gardeners planting early, with a watchful eye on frost
- Salt Lake City returns to water shortage plan; Cox expects others will follow
Health »
Nonprofit helps parents navigate uncertainty following Down syndrome diagnosis
- It's not just vaccines — parents are refusing other routine preventive care for newborns
- Cox signs bills on open carry for firearms, taxes for adult content online
- Woman sues Weber County hospital, security firm alleging sexual assault by a guard
- How parent conversations during spring break can prevent underage drinking
Police & Courts »
North Redmond Fire caused by earlier controlled burn, Sevier County Sheriff's Office says
- 33-year-old American Fork man dies in base-jumping fall at Provo's Rock Canyon
- State Route 28 reopens after fire near Yuba Lake State Park
- Utah's new constitutional court faces legal skepticism — but not broad public rejection
- Nevada judge temporarily blocks Kalshi from operating prediction market in state
Politics »
Misinformation surrounding Prop 4: Can misleading voters carry legal consequences?
- Trump says US considering 'winding down' Iran war; Natanz nuclear facility attacked
- What does a new proposal by the World Anti-Doping Agency mean for Utah's next Olympics?
- Utah's new constitutional court faces legal skepticism — but not broad public rejection
- Utah governor's book 'Off Ramp' to be released near anniversary of Charlie Kirk assassination
Religion »
'Hearts are broken': Fire damages South Salt Lake Islamic center, displaces those who use it
- Pakistan, Afghanistan to pause fighting for Eid, as dispute rages over Kabul bombing target
- Women and men can serve in Sunday School presidencies, Church of Jesus Christ says
- 'Beautiful way' to love: Nearly 1M people donated at Giving Machines this season
- 184 years of Relief Society: General President Camille Johnson ministers in Eurasia
Science »
Jury says Musk misled Twitter investors before 2022 buyout, Bloomberg News reports
- Cox signs bills on open carry for firearms, taxes for adult content online
- NASA hauls repaired moon rocket from hangar back to pad for early April launch
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- What the World Happiness Report reveals about social media and the world's happiest country
