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Shark attacks declined sharply in 2024. It's not clear why

Shark attacks declined sharply in 2024. It's not clear why

Katie Hunt, CNN  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 4:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

Unprovoked attacks by sharks declined sharply in 2024, with 47 incidents logged worldwide, down 22 from the previous year and significantly below a 10-year average of 70, according to new figures released Tuesday.
Delta plane flips on landing at Toronto airport, injuring 15

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Delta plane flips on landing at Toronto airport, injuring 15

Allison Lampert and Ryan Patrick Jones, Reuters  |  Updated Feb. 17 - 4:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Delta Air Lines flight flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto Pearson Airport on Monday, injuring 15 of the 80 people on board, officials said.
Have You Seen This? If traffic's bad, just take the river

Have You Seen This? If traffic's bad, just take the river

Grant Olsen for KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 3:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Every city has a couple of secret routes that can be taken during times of busy traffic.
What to do and not to do immediately after a car accident

What to do and not to do immediately after a car accident

Parker & McConkie  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Let's take a look at post-accident dos and don'ts, as well as some proactive measures you can take to ensure the best possible outcome after a crash.
Judge expected to rule in 24 hours in case that aims to sharply curtail Musk's DOGE

Judge expected to rule in 24 hours in case that aims to sharply curtail Musk's DOGE

Tom Hals, Reuters  |  Updated Feb. 17 - 1:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

A judge said on Monday she hoped to rule within 24 hours in a lawsuit that aims to protect information systems at major government agencies from Elon Musk's DOGE team.
14-month-old boy treated for fentanyl overdose, 5 people charged

14-month-old boy treated for fentanyl overdose, 5 people charged

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 1:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Five people living in the same residence are facing criminal charges after a 14-month-old boy suffered a suspected fentanyl overdose.
Utahn or Utahan? A proposed bill aims to settle the debate

Utahn or Utahan? A proposed bill aims to settle the debate

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 12:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

A proposed bill in the Utah Legislature might finally end the biggest spelling beef in Utah.
Are Ozempic weight loss shots worth side effects?  Do better options exist?

Are Ozempic weight loss shots worth side effects? Do better options exist?

Health Utah  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Dr. Whit Roberts of Health Utah says he is concerned about the financial costs and health risks potentially posed by popular weight loss drugs.
Suspected drug dealer arrested after running from police

Suspected drug dealer arrested after running from police

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 11:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man with a history of drug-related crimes was arrested over the weekend after trying to run from Salt Lake City police.
'Life-threatening cold' expected across parts of US after deadly weekend flooding

'Life-threatening cold' expected across parts of US after deadly weekend flooding

Dylan Lovan, Associated Press  |  Updated Feb. 17 - 11:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

Harsh weather moved west on Monday as a polar vortex was expected to grip the Rockies and the northern Plains. A winter storms pummeled the eastern U.S. over the weekend, killing at least 10 people, including nine victims in Kentucky.
As USU legend Wayne Estes is honored, his teammate remembers a great friend — and an unwise decision

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As USU legend Wayne Estes is honored, his teammate remembers a great friend — and an unwise decision

Lee Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 11:14 a.m.  |  Save Story

Estes is finally getting his due and will be enshrined into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame later this year.
Utah congressman pushes to expand work requirements for SNAP assistance

Utah congressman pushes to expand work requirements for SNAP assistance

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 10:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

Work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could be reinstated for able-bodied adults under a new bill being introduced this week in the House and Senate.
BYU's win over Kansas State a tribute to late Cougar basketball alum Jake Shoff

BYU's win over Kansas State a tribute to late Cougar basketball alum Jake Shoff

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 10:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars honored the family of Jake Shoff at halftime of Saturday's game after the former BYU post died in a fatal traffic accident Feb. 6 in Lehi.
Can education get Utah's kids 'off their phones' and 'doing things with their hands'?

Can education get Utah's kids 'off their phones' and 'doing things with their hands'?

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 10:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz, R-Hooper, is sponsoring HB447, which will create "catalyst campus programs" at Utah high schools.
What's open and closed on Presidents Day

What's open and closed on Presidents Day

Ramishah Maruf, CNN  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 9:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

Many Americans enjoy a day off on the third Monday of February every year. That's because it's Presidents Day, officially named Washington's Birthday in honor of America's first president, George Washington.
Driver killed in West Jordan crash

Driver killed in West Jordan crash

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 8:56 a.m.  |  Save Story

A crash early Monday in West Jordan left one driver dead and another in critical condition.
Low-cost MRIs are a great option with high-deductible insurance plans

Low-cost MRIs are a great option with high-deductible insurance plans

Taylormed MRI  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

TaylorMed has several locations where patients can get a low-cost MRI with a fast turnaround. If you need an MRI and have a high-deductible plan you should check this out.
Golf is on the rise in Salt Lake City, but it may cost more to play a round

Golf is on the rise in Salt Lake City, but it may cost more to play a round

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Golf is about as popular as ever across Salt Lake City's six public courses, but it may soon cost a little more to hit the links in Utah's capital city.
Utahns honored for saving man who suffered heart attack playing basketball

Utahns honored for saving man who suffered heart attack playing basketball

Shara Park, KSL-TV  |  Posted Feb. 16 - 10:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Five men are being honored for their quick action in saving a man who suffered a heart attack while playing church basketball.
Steph Curry's 'OGs' beat Keyonte George's Rising Stars and come out on top in new format

Steph Curry's 'OGs' beat Keyonte George's Rising Stars and come out on top in new format

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 16 - 10:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Keyonte George hit the first shot of the game — a 3-pointer from the top of the key — to give the Rising Stars an early lead. The rest of the contest went about as you'd expect.
Investigators find third body after fiery Wyoming highway-tunnel crash

Investigators find third body after fiery Wyoming highway-tunnel crash

Associated Press  |  Posted Feb. 16 - 9:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

A third victim has been found in the wreckage from a fiery crash involving 26 cars and trucks inside a Wyoming highway tunnel.
Here's what consumers can expect in 2025 as inflation rates continue to rise

Here's what consumers can expect in 2025 as inflation rates continue to rise

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 16 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

While 2025 is still in its infancy, economist Lindsey Piegza provided a look at what consumers can expect throughout the rest of the year.
Can Utah help families scale 'the benefits cliff'?

Can Utah help families scale 'the benefits cliff'?

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb. 16 - 8:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

In Utah's 2025 legislative session, multiple lawmakers are working with the conservative think tank Sutherland Institute to propose changes that would help families scale the benefits cliffs that stand between them and self-reliance.
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