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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.
Entrepreneurs pitch business ideas to investors during Utah filming of 'Meet the Drapers'
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted March 20 - 9:01 p.m. | Save Story
A group of entrepreneurs took turns giving pitches in front of venture capitalists and an audience during a live recording of "Meet the Drapers" on the University of Utah campus Friday.
Sen. John Curtis expresses concerns with proposal to restrict mail-in voting nationwide
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted March 20 - 8:35 p.m. | Save Story
As Senate Republicans push for sweeping changes to how federal elections are held, some members within the party oppose the proposal to crack down on mail-in voting.
First of 6 Utah gang members sentenced in federal racketeering case
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted March 20 - 7:34 p.m. | Save Story
The first of six Utah gang members named in a federal racketeering case were sentenced this week to 14 years in prison.
Cox signs bills on open carry for firearms, taxes for adult content online
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted March 20 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Gov. Spencer Cox signed an additional 74 bills on Thursday, including provisions about carrying firearms on college campuses and adding taxes for adult content online.
Utah couple reeling after thieves steal U‑Haul during cross‑country move
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted March 20 - 6:37 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah couple is trying to rebuild after thieves stole nearly everything they owned during a cross‑country move.
How keeping your important documents in digital storage can be a lifesaver
Matt Gephardt, KSL | Posted March 20 - 6:02 p.m. | Save Story
These days, much of our documented lives are kept digitally, but many of us resist using digital storage for important documents. Here's why experts warn it could work against you.
Utah gas prices continue to soar, surpass $4 per gallon in some counties
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 20 - 5:34 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's average gas price has now jumped by more than $1 per gallon over the past month, per AAA.
Family identifies critically injured 12-year-old hit on scooter in West Jordan
Curtis Booker and Debbie Worthen, KSL | Updated March 20 - 5:06 p.m. | Save Story
A 12-year-old boy was hospitalized with critical injuries after being hit by vehicle while on a scooter in West Jordan Wednesday.
Women testify of fearful moments when Salt Lake driver targeted, hit them
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted March 20 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
Multiple women testified Tuesday about a driver who targeted and intentionally hit them during a preliminary hearing for Anh Duy Pham, who faces eight counts of attempted murder.
Snowbasin ski season ends Sunday, a month earlier than average
Brenna Donnelly, KSL | Posted March 20 - 4:33 p.m. | Save Story
Snowbasin Ski Resort will close its slopes Sunday, one month earlier than normal, as Utah's warm, low‑snow winter forces several resorts to end their seasons ahead of schedule.
Utah is facing a tough water situation. What's the best way to reduce use at home?
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 20 - 3:03 p.m. | Save Story
Water providers across Utah may be forced to implement new water restrictions this year. Experts say there are many ways to cut water consumption at home.
Artist's portrait offers comfort to family of Margaret Oldroyd after Wayne County tragedy
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted March 20 - 2:36 p.m. | Save Story
A local artist gifted a portrait of the late Margaret Oldroyd, who was killed in a random Wayne County homicide, to her brother and sister.
Ex-Utah doctor convicted of murder now faces new charge of child sex abuse
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted March 20 - 1:52 p.m. | Save Story
A former pediatrician currently serving a life sentence for killing his ex-wife in Salt Lake City is now facing charges of sexually abusing a young patient.
New exhibit showcases Native American artifacts in Washington County
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted March 20 - 1:32 p.m. | Save Story
A new exhibit showcases Native American artifacts at the Washington City Historical Museum in Washington County.
How 'everyday guardians' can help prevent mass shootings
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted March 20 - 12:19 p.m. | Save Story
The theme of the U. annual campus safety summit was simple: "preventing and preparing for active threats on campus," and how people can be "everyday guardians."
Discovery of discarded child sex dolls in Utah landfill leads to arrest
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted March 20 - 11:31 a.m. | Save Story
A Cedar City man was arrested Thursday after police say they found illegal child sex dolls both at his home and at the county landfill. Criminal charges were filed against him on Friday.
Questions grow over possible ICE 'mega center' in Salt Lake City
Garna Mejia, KSL | Posted March 20 - 10:38 a.m. | Save Story
After DHS purchased a massive warehouse in Salt Lake City, the possibility it could become part of a new, large-scale ICE immigration detention system has raised concern.
Business & Tech »
Entrepreneurs pitch business ideas to investors during Utah filming of 'Meet the Drapers'
- BTS concert in South Korea to herald stream of live events, Netflix says
- Cox signs bills on open carry for firearms, taxes for adult content online
- Utah gas prices continue to soar, surpass $4 per gallon in some counties
- CBS News shutters its storied radio news service after nearly a century, ending an era
Education »
Entrepreneurs pitch business ideas to investors during Utah filming of 'Meet the Drapers'
Environment »
Utah is facing a tough water situation. What's the best way to reduce use at home?
- 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
- Utah's record warmth sparks new avalanche concern; more resorts set to close
Health »
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
- Cedar City Hospital's emergency room expanded to address growing need, nearby tourists
- Utah woman, 18, uses tools learned in school to self-diagnose stroke and save own life
Police & Courts »
Teen hospitalized in critical condition after shooting in South Salt Lake; gunman remains at large
Politics »
Judge blocks restrictive Pentagon press access policy
- Demonstrators protest outside small ICE facility in Ogden they say is getting increased use
- Sen. John Curtis expresses concerns with proposal to restrict mail-in voting nationwide
- Cox signs bills on open carry for firearms, taxes for adult content online
- Utah gas prices continue to soar, surpass $4 per gallon in some counties
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 »
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
- Meteorite hunters scour Ohio for fragments of 7-ton space rock that crashed into Earth
- What the World Happiness Report reveals about social media and the world's happiest country
- How common are fireballs streaking across the sky?
Utah Counties »
Teen hospitalized in critical condition after shooting in South Salt Lake; gunman remains at large
- Community gathers in Loa to remember Margaret Oldroyd, woman killed in Wayne County
- Demonstrators protest outside small ICE facility in Ogden they say is getting increased use
- Entrepreneurs pitch business ideas to investors during Utah filming of 'Meet the Drapers'
- First of 6 Utah gang members sentenced in federal racketeering case
