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Will America tap the potential of its booming outdoor recreation industry?
Kevin Lind, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 6 - 12:03 p.m. | Save Story
According to ORR's latest published research based on federal data, the outdoor recreation industry was worth $1.2 trillion in 2023, the most recent available data. That's 2.3% of the U.S. gross domestic product.
Brandon Sanderson announced a surprise new Cosmere novel. Here's what we know
Valerie Jones, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 6 - 10:48 a.m. | Save Story
Brandon Sanderson fans can rest easy: A new Cosmere novel is coming in 2026. Sanderson and his wife, Emily, made the surprise announcement during Dragonsteel Nexus on Thursday.
Officials: leaking barrels near Great Salt Lake aren't suspicious, public health risk low
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 9:29 a.m. | Save Story
State environmental and local health officials are investigating nearly two dozen leaking barrels discovered near the Great Salt Lake after a report on Thanksgiving Day.
Green River mayor killed in head-on crash with semi in Emery County
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Updated Dec. 6 - 9:24 a.m. | Save Story
The mayor of Green River, in Emery County, was killed when his car was struck head-on by a semitruck outside of Green River Friday night.
Father of abused baby girl charged 2 months after stepmother
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 8:21 a.m. | Save Story
The father of a 4-month-old girl, who police say was abused by her stepmother, is now facing the same charges as his wife.
University of Utah team discovers rare computer relic
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 7:44 a.m. | Save Story
A research team at the University of Utah uncovered a rare piece of computing history.
Provo woman who competed internationally as a 'mermaid' to host similar competition in Utah
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 7:05 a.m. | Save Story
Mia Sim, who has competed internationally as a mermaid, is helping to bring a similar competition to Utah next year.
Weekly poll: What's your favorite Christmas movie?
Kathleen Clove, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
Whether you're into holiday romance, redemption, comedy, action, or even horror, there's a show out there for you this Christmas. Which ones are your favorites? Tell us in the KSL Weekly Poll.
Beaver Mountain prepares largest expansion ever while watching snowfall to set opening date
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 10:03 p.m. | Save Story
Beaver Mountain Ski Resort is racing to finish its largest expansion while waiting on fresh snow to set an opening date. The family-owned resort typically opens around the end of the year.
Mike Lee stalls action on government spending package over policy disagreements
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 5 - 9:32 p.m. | Save Story
Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, is delaying a vote on a government spending package over objections to certain policy provisions that he says were included without his approval despite being under his jurisdiction.
University of Utah wins $8M to launch first-of-its-kind prison education research center
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
Continuing an effort that was set into motion years ago, a team of researchers at the University of Utah was awarded $8 million to launch the nation's first center dedicated solely to prison education research and leadership.
'It's overwhelming': Cedar Hills family grateful for community support after house fire
Emma Benson, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 8:35 p.m. | Save Story
A Cedar Hills family is figuring out their next steps after they lost their home in a fire just days after Thanksgiving.
Salt Lake City eyes grants to cover safety, Jordan River upgrades amid potential budget deficit
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 7:37 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City is looking to add approximately $4.1 million to its current budget to address mostly public safety issues, but none of the new spending is expected to affect its general budget.
Immigrant advocates warn of increased enforcement action targeting Salt Lake immigrants
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Immigrant advocates warn of an uptick in enforcement targeting immigrants starting next week at Salt Lake City's U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services office.
Lehi city councilwoman resigns to spend more time with family
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 5:32 p.m. | Save Story
A Lehi city councilwoman who recently ran for mayor announced her resignation from her position Friday, saying it was in the best interest of her health and family.
New censorship flap at Weber State prompts author to pull out of speaking appearance
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 5:05 p.m. | Save Story
An author opted out of a speaking appearance at Weber State University over a list of "words and concepts" the university instructed her to avoid, per HB261 restrictions.
Layton man dies weeks after being hit by car in Idaho
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 4:02 p.m. | Save Story
An 80-year-old man from Layton has died more than two weeks after he was struck by a car while crossing a street in southern Idaho.
Burgess Owens wants more federal collaboration to prevent child trafficking
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 2:03 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Rep. Burgess Owens is teaming up with a Democratic colleague on a bill to close gaps in the government's efforts to stop child trafficking identified by a 2023 report.
Lots of evidence, few interviews collected in Saratoga Springs double murder investigation
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 12:38 p.m. | Save Story
New search warrants in the double murder investigation of a Saratoga Springs mom and her young son reveal what evidence has been collected and hurdles detectives have faced.
Education »
University of Utah team discovers rare computer relic
- University of Utah wins $8M to launch first-of-its-kind prison education research center
- New censorship flap at Weber State prompts author to pull out of speaking appearance
- 'Passionate and loving': North Ogden choir instructor leads final concert as cancer fight intensifies
- Weber school officials vote against closing Lomond View Elementary, but the debate isn't over
Environment »
Released 911 calls reveal desperate pleas and tragic outcomes during Texas Hill Country flood
- Officials: leaking barrels near Great Salt Lake aren't suspicious, public health risk low
- Salt Lake City eyes grants to cover safety, Jordan River upgrades amid potential budget deficit
- 92 arrests made, 122 citations issued in monthslong sweep of Jordan River Parkway
- Utah could soon get a new state park and a new trail outlining Salt Lake history
Health »
Vertex's gene therapy shows promise in younger children with blood disorders
- US vaccine advisers say not all babies need a hepatitis B shot at birth
- Kennedy advisers delay vote on dropping hepatitis B vaccine recommendation
- 'Passionate and loving': North Ogden choir instructor leads final concert as cancer fight intensifies
- Child deaths projected to rise for first time this century, as aid cuts reverse decades of progress
Police & Courts »
Cedar Hills man gets life sentences for child sex abuse
- Green River mayor killed in head-on crash with semi in Emery County
- Father of abused baby girl charged 2 months after stepmother
- University of Utah wins $8M to launch first-of-its-kind prison education research center
- 'It's overwhelming': Cedar Hills family grateful for community support after house fire
