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'Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum' in development with Andy Serkis to direct and star
Lindsey Bahr, Associated Press | Posted May 9 - 9:50 p.m. | Save Story
Andy Serkis is going back to Middle-earth to play Gollum in two new Lord of the Rings films. Oscar-winning team Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens will produce and Serkis will direct.
Harvey Weinstein won't be sent back to California while he awaits New York rape retrial
Philip Marcelo, Associated Press | Posted May 9 - 2:15 p.m. | Save Story
Harvey Weinstein will remain locked up in New York as a court works out whether he should stay in a city jail while he awaits a retrial in a rape case or be sent back to California to continue serving a prison sentence.
Woman creates custom designed signs, drawing inspiration from her heritage
Tamara Vaifanua, KSL-TV | Posted May 9 - 2:00 p.m. | Save Story
A popular way some families honor their 2024 grad is displaying a huge banner with their photo and name on it. Vania Lautaha has perfected this art in a unique way – drawing inspiration from her Samoan heritage.
Key player in Abravanel Hall's genesis speaks out against possible demolition
Carole Mikita, KSL-TV | Posted May 9 - 12:45 p.m. | Save Story
In response to recent ideas of possibly demolishing and rebuilding Salt Lake's Abravanel Hall, the home to the Utah Symphony, a key player in the building's creation speaks out against the notion.
An 'iconic' art installation is coming to Salt Lake City's old Raging Waters site
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted May 9 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
The future Glendale Park will be home to Salt Lake City's next "iconic" public art installation, the city's mayor says.
Closure of West Valley Performing Arts Center upsets many
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted May 8 - 9:20 a.m. | Save Story
West Valley City abruptly announced the closure of the West Valley Performing Arts Center on Monday, to the dismay of residents and loyal theatergoers.
Taylor Swift fans head to Europe after finding Eras Tour tickets less costly there
Lisa Leff, Associated Press | Posted May 8 - 8:52 a.m. | Save Story
Thousands of Taylor Swift fans are following her across the Atlantic after high ticket prices in the U.S. make seeing Swift's concerts in Europe cheaper, even after the hotel and flight.
Kevin Costner puts out casting call for extras in his southern Utah film
Emma Everett Johnson, KSL.com | Posted May 7 - 9:17 p.m. | Save Story
"Yellowstone" star Kevin Costner is back in Utah, and he's looking for paid extras to star in his new film series, "Horizon: An American Saga."
Utah first lady Abby Cox celebrates dance program for students with disabilities
Ashley Fredde, KSL.com | Posted May 7 - 8:39 p.m. | Save Story
Farmington High School student Ava Leavitt was struggling with self-confidence and was in search of something that would "bring good into her heart" when she met her classmate Sarah, who has Down syndrome, in her ceramics class.
Police investigating shooting of security guard outside Drake's Toronto home
Ismail Shakil, Reuters | Updated May 7 - 1:49 p.m. | Save Story
Toronto police are investigating a shooting at Canadian rapper Drake's mansion that left a security guard badly injured, CBC News reported on Tuesday, citing a source.
Judge overturns UK ruling against Kevin Spacey in sex assault case
Sam Tobin, Reuters | Posted May 7 - 8:25 a.m. | Save Story
A judge overturned a London court ruling on Tuesday which effectively found actor Kevin Spacey liable for an alleged sexual assault on a British man after Spacey's lawyers mistakenly failed to serve a defense to a civil lawsuit.
Met Gala in full bloom with Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez among the standout stars
Leanne Italie, Associated Press | Updated May 6 - 10:05 p.m. | Save Story
Monday's Met Gala featured a garden green-tinged carpet and a palooza of A-list celebrities from film, fashion, music, sports, politics and social media.
Utah's Miss USA steps down for 'physical and mental well-being'
Emma Everett Johnson | Posted May 6 - 8:02 p.m. | Save Story
Miss USA titleholder and former Miss Utah USA Noelia Voigt announced she would be stepping down from her current Miss USA role in a social media post Monday.
Katherine Heigl reveals some of her go-to restaurants in Utah
Lottie Elizabeth Johnson, Deseret News | Posted May 6 - 2:07 p.m. | Save Story
After living in Los Angeles for two decades, "Grey's Anatomy" star Katherine Heigl decided to raise her family outside of Hollywood, swapping the fast-paced lifestyle for small-town living in Summit County.
Slamdance founder explains why festival is leaving Utah
Collin Leonard, KSL.com | Posted May 6 - 9:02 a.m. | Save Story
Slamdance, the festival founded under the shadow of Sundance, announced it is moving to Los Angeles after 30 years in Utah.
Biden awards the Medal of Freedom to Nancy Pelosi, Medgar Evers, Michelle Yeoh and 16 others
Darlene Superville, Associated Press | Posted May 5 - 9:45 p.m. | Save Story
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, slain civil rights activist Medgar Evers and actor Michelle Yeoh are among a diverse group of 19 people who have received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Joe Biden.
Growing concerns for the future of Abravanel Hall
Carole Mikita, KSL-TV | Posted May 5 - 9:07 p.m. | Save Story
Following the announcement of an NHL team and plans for a sports and entertainment district, there have been questions about the future of the Salt Lake County owned Abravanel Hall.
Actor Bernard Hill, of 'Titanic' and 'Lord of the Rings,' has died at 79
Brian Melley, Associated Press | Posted May 5 - 1:24 p.m. | Save Story
Actor Bernard Hill who starred in "Titanic" and "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy has died. Hill's agent Lou Coulson says he died Sunday at age 79.
