Mortgage rates hit 6-month high; loan applications dwindle

Storms in Midwest, mid-Atlantic spur calls for blood donations in Utah

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 8:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Red Cross of Utah put out a call for people to donate blood after snowstorms in the Midwest canceled blood drives. As an incentive, one lucky donor will win tickets to this year's Super Bowl.

No. 12 Kansas State routs No. 22 Utah women in poor shooting night

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 8:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

In what seemed like a blink of an eye to start the game, No. 12 Kansas State had a 14-point lead.

Biden says he is undecided on preemptive pardons, according to USA Today interview

Doina Chiacu, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 8:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Joe Biden said he remained undecided on whether to issue preemptive pardons to protect some public figures who have been threatened with retaliation by his Republican successor Donald Trump.

'Hanging on by a thread': Mom addresses judge at sentencing in toddler's death

Cody Blowers, St. George News  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 7:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

The man accused of killing a 2-year-old in St. George in July 2023 appeared for sentencing Tuesday, after he was found guilty of child abuse-homicide following a jury trial held in November.

Fire hydrants ran dry in California, highlighting a major problem in firefighting

Brittany Peterson, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 6:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Some Los Angeles fire hydrants have run dry as demand soared for water to quell wildfires that broke out across the county. Water is flowing into the system, but the demand far outpaces how quickly pipes and tanks can replenish.

'Our miracle and our hero': 18-year-old West Valley shooting victim remains 'hopeful'

Emily Ashcraft and Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 6:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

An 18-year-old who survived a shooting that killed the rest of his immediate family in December is expected to be released from the hospital soon.

Utah immigration attorneys report huge increase in calls over deportation concerns

Dan Rascon, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 5:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Immigration attorneys in Utah report a huge influx of concern among undocumented people as the Trump administration has called for illegal immigrants who commit crimes to be deported.

Have You Seen This? 'Recess Therapy' gives kids a chance to teach adults a thing or two about life

Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 5:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

A great reminder that kids have some of the best suggestions for getting your act together and gaining confidence.

'Just wanted him out of the picture': 18-year-old charged after allegedly poisoning father's coffee

Andrea Olson, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 4:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

An 18-year-old Idaho man has been charged after allegedly stealing thousands of dollars and trying to poison his father's coffee.

'Faith, family and community': Cox reflects on what makes Utah special in inaugural address

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 4:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gov. Spencer Cox credited everyday Utahns and communities for the state's success Wednesday, calling for the state to lead out on recognizing and exalting unrecognized "social capital."

John Deere and Kubota are addressing industry labor shortages through autonomous AI

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 4:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

John Deere and Kubota are showcasing automated, AI-capable equipment ranging from lawn mowers to giant commercial tractors in an effort to help fill labor gaps in industries like farming, construction and landscaping.

Officials investigate Tooele County shooting involving injured driver

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 2:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

An odd confrontation between a bystander and a man who appeared to be injured from an accident resulted in a shooting on Wednesday.

41% of companies worldwide plan to reduce workforces by 2030 due to AI

Olesya Dmitracova, CNN  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 2:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Artificial intelligence may be coming for your job: 41% of employers intend to downsize their workforce as AI automates certain tasks, a World Economic Forum survey showed Wednesday.

Police arrest man suspected of peeping into windows for past month

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 2:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man was arrested Wednesday after police say they believe he has been peeping into the windows of a White City home for the past month.

Wildfires burn out of control across Los Angeles area and kill 2 as thousands flee homes

Jaimie Ding, Christopher Weber and Julie Watson, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 1:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Massive wildfires roaring through the Los Angeles area left neighborhoods in ruins, killed at least two people and threatened landmarks made famous by Hollywood.

Greenland independence is possible but joining the US unlikely, Denmark says

Stine Jacobsen and Jacob Gronholt-Pedersen, Reuters  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 1:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Greenland may become independent if its residents want, but is unlikely to become a U.S. state, Denmark's foreign minister said on Wednesday after President-elect Donald Trump refused to rule out force to take control of the Arctic island.

Salt Lake City explores major water rate changes. What it means for your bill

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 1:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City is exploring a new fee structure for water, wastewater and stormwater bills that could have different impacts for different users.

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A new Bible hit the market Monday. It celebrates Trump's inauguration

Kelsey Dallas, Deseret News  |  Posted Jan. 8 - 12:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new edition of the God Bless the USA Bible celebrates former President Donald Trump's return to the White House and his second inauguration.

Post office, other services closed on Thursday of mourning for Jimmy Carter

Ramishah Maruf, CNN  |  Updated Jan. 8 - 12:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. will honor the late former President Jimmy Carter, who died at age 100 on Dec. 29. President Joe Biden declared Thursday as a day of mourning in an executive order — the same day as the official state funeral at the Washington National Cathedral.