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Semi-tractor driver charged in Saratoga Springs crash that killed 13-year-old boy
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 10:34 p.m. | Save Story
The driver of a semi-tractor hauling two large dump trailers, who allegedly ran a red light and hit a minivan, killing a 13-year-old boy, has been charged.

Grand Canyon flooding deals another blow to family-owned landmark
VideoDan Rascon, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 10:21 p.m. | Save Story
Deadly flash flooding in the Grand Canyon has left two people dead and one hiker still missing, while also delivering a devastating economic blow to a Utah family-owned business on the North Rim.

Residents recount 'destruction' of Springdale flooding
VideoShelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 10:14 p.m. | Save Story
Powerful flash flooding swept through Springdale on Monday, damaging homes, washing mud and debris across roads and prompting frightening moments for residents and visitors near Zion National Park.

Man shot by police, in serious condition in Salt Lake
VideoDevin Oldroyd, KSL | Updated Aug. 31 - 10:11 p.m. | Save Story
One man was hospitalized in serious condition after being shot by police in Salt Lake City Monday night.

Flooding impacts Utah one last time to close out meteorological summer
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated Aug. 31 - 9:54 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's meteorological summer ended on a wet note Monday, with several inches of rain falling in some areas, creating localized flooding.

2 people dead, 1 missing from Grand Canyon flooding
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated Aug. 31 - 9:38 p.m. | Save Story
Two people are confirmed dead and at least one person remains missing after flooding at the Grand Canyon over the weekend, park officials said on Monday.

Meteorite from 'once-in-a-lifetime' Great Salt Lake crash on display at University of Utah
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 9:31 p.m. | Save Story
A 774-gram fragment of the Great Salt Lake meteorite is on display at the University of Utah.

Fake name, real bill: Former Taylorsville mayor charged twice under two different names
VideoMatt Gephardt, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
A billing mix-up left a Taylorsville woman receiving medical bills under a fake name.

Beaver hoping to avoid new problems after catastrophic flooding in July
VideoAndrew Adams, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 8:53 p.m. | Save Story
City leaders said Monday that many families were still displaced by catastrophic flooding in July as they hoped a new thunderstorm threat would not add to the community's troubles.

Orangeville prepares for more rain after weekend flooding forces families from homes
VideoAlex Cabrero, KSL | Updated Aug. 31 - 8:33 p.m. | Save Story
Orangeville public works crews and residents spent Monday preparing for the possibility of more flooding in Orangeville.

Mexican man investigated for Ponzi scheme sentenced to deportation
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 8:02 p.m. | Save Story
A Mexican man who defrauded investors in a $1 million Ponzi scheme while residing in Utah was sentenced to time served and handed over to deportation officials last week.

Spanish Fork residents frustrated after mayor voices approval of data center proposal
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 7:05 p.m. | Save Story
Some Spanish Fork residents are upset that the mayor has voiced his approval for a proposed self-powered AI data center by Spanish Fork Canyon.

Utah state park cancels beloved apple harvest following harsh season
Carter Williams and Kennedy Camarena, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 6:37 p.m. | Save Story
Apple picking is normally a cherished fall activity, but a beloved apple event at Wasatch Mountain State Park is the latest casualty of this year's abnormal weather.

Armed woman shot and killed by police, man accused of supplying gun charged with murder
Pat Reavy, KSL | Updated Aug. 31 - 5:43 p.m. | Save Story
A woman who police say shot at officers was killed when the officers returned fire, and a man was charged Monday afternoon with murder.

Man pleads guilty to voluntary manslaughter in fatal shooting on Navajo Nation
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 5:34 p.m. | Save Story
A Navajo Nation man pleaded guilty last week to fatally shooting a person during a confrontation last year.

'He is going to kill somebody': Serial arsonist sentenced for June fire in Tooele County
VideoDaniella Rivera, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 5:26 p.m. | Save Story
A known arsonist in Tooele County received his sentence Monday after pleading guilty to starting another fire that threatened homes and prompted evacuations earlier this year.

'We thought he was dead': 5-month-old shih tzu wanders home after a week in the desert
VideoArianne Brown, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 5:07 p.m. | Save Story
A 5-month-old shih tzu from Cedar City is home with its family after being lost for a week in the rugged, desert landscape of the Utah/Nevada border, and the owners are now calling him "Miracle Monty."

University of Utah student died Friday in electric-scooter accident
Devin Oldroyd, KSL | Posted Aug. 31 - 4:49 p.m. | Save Story
A University of Utah student was killed Friday following an accident involving an electric scooter, according to a statement from the university.

1 dead, 5 injured in collision with UTA bus on Redwood Road
Kennedy Camarena and Devin Oldroyd, KSL | Updated Aug. 31 - 4:21 p.m. | Save Story
A fatal crash closed both directions of Redwood Road in Salt Lake City on Monday afternoon. One person died, and five were injured, police said.
Business & Tech »

Grand Canyon flooding deals another blow to family-owned landmark
- Fake name, real bill: Former Taylorsville mayor charged twice under two different names
- Spanish Fork residents frustrated after mayor voices approval of data center proposal
- Amazon sued by FTC, 22 states over advertising practices
- Utah launches first-of-its-kind team to prosecute fraud, other financial crimes
Education »

Meteorite from 'once-in-a-lifetime' Great Salt Lake crash on display at University of Utah
- What's special about Westminster? New president Sylvia Torti is eager to offer answers
- After Iron County vote, other 4-day school districts share lessons and warnings
- 'A reason to start': Utah Valley University launches scholarship for concurrent enrollment students
- Timpanogos School District eyeing possible school closures, consolidations
Health »

First human case of West Nile virus confirmed in Utah County
- There could be toxins in your baby's diaper — and it's not poop
- USDA cyclospora research projects shelved amid funding cuts and relocations, Politico reports
- Rexburg man wins prestigious award for high-tech cancer research
- Measles deaths reported in Pennsylvania spark fight among politicians and health officials
Religion »

Ephraim temple open house: Second in Sanpete County a tribute to service-oriented saints
- Historic Tenth Ward Square offers glimpse into changing Church of Jesus Christ chapel designs
- Blind Milwaukee man inspires community with his uplifting music
- Sentencing set for polygamous leader convicted of abuse in Arizona after girls discovered in trailer
- 'Gift from God': Cody Wyoming Temple opens for public tours
Science »

Meteorite from 'once-in-a-lifetime' Great Salt Lake crash on display at University of Utah
- Spanish Fork residents frustrated after mayor voices approval of data center proposal
- USDA cyclospora research projects shelved amid funding cuts and relocations, Politico reports
- The AI arms race could come down to a propaganda war
- NASA launches powerful Roman Space Telescope, a spy satellite turned to the stars



