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1 critically injured after shots fired during custodial dispute at Kids' Empire in Salt Lake, police say
Alex Tumalip, KSL | Posted May 22 - 10:04 p.m. | Save Story
A woman is in custody after Salt Lake police say she shot her husband during a custodial dispute at Kids' Empire in Salt Lake City on Friday night.
Water levels peak early at Bear Lake
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted May 22 - 9:48 p.m. | Save Story
With the Memorial Day weekend beginning, water levels at Bear Lake are already past their peak for the season, thanks to a nearly nonexistent snowpack.
Cox, federal leaders go all-in on nuclear energy in Utah
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted May 22 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
State and federal leaders are going all-in on the future of nuclear energy in Utah and the governor suggested it could play a role in a data center project in Box Elder County.
Utah's seasonal roads reopen ahead of holiday weekend
Emma Benson, KSL | Posted May 22 - 8:36 p.m. | Save Story
Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, Utah's seasonal roads are officially open for summer travel. Here's which ones are open.
Utah couple holds 'Adult Prom' for couples seeking glamorous night out
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted May 22 - 8:01 p.m. | Save Story
Cortney Gutierrez and Ryan Lee started hosting adult proms in September 2022 when they couldn't find suitable places where they could dress up and dance.
'A great man': Death of conservative civil rights activist Robert Woodson felt in Utah
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted May 22 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
The death of conservative civil rights activist Robert Woodson is having ripple effects in Utah, where he was a regular visitor.
Young athletes enjoy a swim while racing annual Steeplechase Showcase at BYU
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted May 22 - 6:28 p.m. | Save Story
The annual Steeple Chase Showcase was held at BYU on Thursday, and many runners swam their way back onto the track in an event that many youth athletes look forward to each year.
Police: Fleeing juvenile adds to list of problems with underage riders
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted May 22 - 5:44 p.m. | Save Story
Police said an underage driver on an e-motorcycle fled from officers, highlighting an increasing number of problems they are encountering with kids and e-motorcycles on city streets.
Magna man out on bail tries to break into ATM, police say
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted May 22 - 4:34 p.m. | Save Story
A Magna man who police say was out on bail in a hit-and-run case has been arrested and accused of trying to break into an ATM.
Chief justice announces retirement, leaving Cox chance to overhaul Utah Supreme Court
Emily Ashcraft and Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Updated May 22 - 3:44 p.m. | Save Story
Chief Justice Matthew Durrant announced Friday he is retiring from the Utah Supreme Court after 26 years, leaving Utah's governor four vacancies to fill on the high court.
New fire restrictions ordered for Zion, other parts of Utah ahead of Memorial Day
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted May 22 - 2:07 p.m. | Save Story
New fire restrictions are now in place at Zion National Park and other parts of the state.
Utah economic picture 'mixed' with frustrating realities for job seekers, consumers
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted May 22 - 12:40 p.m. | Save Story
While Utah's economy is generally performing better than the U.S. as a whole, consumers and job seekers are feeling the squeeze when it comes to buying and hiring in Utah.
Red Iguana restaurant expands to dining hub outside Salt Lake Bees stadium
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted May 22 - 12:10 p.m. | Save Story
Red Iguana, the popular Salt Lake Mexican restaurant, has expanded to the dining hub around the Salt Lake Bees Stadium in South Jordan.
Scandinavian Heritage Festival connects many Utahns to Sanpete County
Arianne Brown, KSL | Updated May 22 - 11:41 a.m. | Save Story
For the past 50 years, the Scandinavian Heritage Festival, set for this weekend, has been held to celebrate pioneers who settled Sanpete County in the late 1800s.
Judge orders release of Park City immigrant whose detention prompted outcry
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Updated May 22 - 10:42 a.m. | Save Story
A federal immigration judge ordered the release of a Park City immigrant whose detention last month prompted an outcry from his friends and family.
Lawmaker looks to reform judicial investigations after Utah Supreme Court justice resignation
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted May 22 - 10:14 a.m. | Save Story
A state senator says he is working on potential changes to the Judicial Conduct Commission following the resignation of a Utah Supreme Court justice over allegations of misconduct.
Cox unveils 'Utah Elevated' plan to guide state's economic growth over the next decade
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Updated May 22 - 9:27 a.m. | Save Story
Gov. Spencer Cox said Utah is in a competition with other states and nations for investment and talent, and introduced a new plan to help the state better reach its economic goals.
Memorial Day weekend travel could create delays of up to 90 minutes in Utah
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted May 22 - 7:33 a.m. | Save Story
National and state transportation officials don't expect gas prices this Memorial Day weekend to dissuade the unofficial start of summer travel. That could lead to delays on some Utah roads.
Recognizing the early signs of mental health concerns in children
Emma Benson, KSL | Updated May 22 - 6:30 a.m. | Save Story
Experts say mental health concerns in young children can start much earlier than many people realize, even when they're infants. That's something Lindsey Stevens learned the hard way.
Education »
Tractors, ATVs and golf carts, oh my: Michigan seniors arrive at school in style on Tractor Day
Police & Courts »
1 shot, killed during Salt Lake City police weapons response
- 1 critically injured after shots fired during custodial dispute at Kids' Empire in Salt Lake, police say
- 1 person has died after blast at New York City shipyard that injured 36 people, officials say
- Magna man out on bail tries to break into ATM, police say
- Chief justice announces retirement, leaving Cox chance to overhaul Utah Supreme Court
Religion »
Church of Jesus Christ makes $25M donation to UNICEF to support children's nutrition
- Utah imam raises concerns about Islamophobia after deadly San Diego shooting
- 'Anti-Islamic writings' found in car of California mosque shooting suspects, official says
- Idaho governor on track to win primary as opponent scrambles to respond to Latter-day Saint voters
- New video highlights church's MTC experience as Temple Square Visitors' Center opens
Science »
SpaceX launches its biggest, most beefed-up Starship yet on a test flight
- Chicks hatch from artificial egg as biotech company aims to revive extinct species
- The most powerful rocket ever built is now even bigger and more powerful. But will it work?
- Army secretary lists Utah data center as part of military innovation
- Bound for Mars, Elon Musk's SpaceX unveils filing for blockbuster IPO
