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Recovery effort underway for 2 skiers killed in avalanche

Recovery effort underway for 2 skiers killed in avalanche

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted May 10 - 7:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office says the effort to recover two men killed in an avalanche on Thursday resumed Friday morning after weather conditions had significantly improved.
Vandals shatter windows around Magna school, neighborhood

Vandals shatter windows around Magna school, neighborhood

Lauren Steinbrecher, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 10 - 7:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Neighbors in Magna are wondering why vandals targeted their neighborhood, causing thousands of dollars of damage.
Judge rules against bail for man charged with intentionally hitting 9 women with car

Judge rules against bail for man charged with intentionally hitting 9 women with car

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted May 9 - 9:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 3rd District judge denied bail Thursday to Anh Pham, a man charged with multiple counts of attempted murder after prosecutors say he hit multiple women with his car.
2 skiers confirmed dead in avalanche; weather delays recovery effort until Friday

2 skiers confirmed dead in avalanche; weather delays recovery effort until Friday

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Updated May 9 - 7:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two skiers believed to be trapped by an avalanche near the Lone Peak Summit area were confirmed to be deceased Thursday afternoon.
New Utah-focused exhibit comes to Hogle Zoo

New Utah-focused exhibit comes to Hogle Zoo

Emma Everett Johnson, KSL.com  |  Posted May 9 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hogle Zoo's new Aline W. Skaggs Wild Utah exhibit opened Thursday, giving visitors a chance to discover "the wonder in our backyards," zoo president and CEO Doug Lund said.
'A minority among minorities': Utah's tiny Paraguayan community hosting independence festivities

'A minority among minorities': Utah's tiny Paraguayan community hosting independence festivities

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted May 9 - 6:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Paraguayan community in Utah is hosting a celebration on Saturday to mark independence day in the small South American country.
Sandy man accused of assaulting elderly wife

Sandy man accused of assaulting elderly wife

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted May 9 - 5:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 78-year-old man is accused of severely beating his 85-year-old wife in Sandy.
Salt Lake City Fire Department preparing now for potential wildfires in the future

Salt Lake City Fire Department preparing now for potential wildfires in the future

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 9 - 4:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

With recent snow in Salt Lake City, wildfires are not something many residents have to worry about right now. However, Salt Lake City firefighters have been.
Woman creates custom designed signs, drawing inspiration from her heritage

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.
Michelle Obama pays visit to Salt Lake bookshop on 'secret mission'

Michelle Obama pays visit to Salt Lake bookshop on 'secret mission'

Mary Culbertson, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 9 - 1:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Former first lady Michelle Obama paid a surprise visit to a bookstore in Salt Lake City to sign copies of her new book, surprising locals, and buying a few books for herself.
Key player in Abravanel Hall's genesis speaks out against possible demolition

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.
High wind warning, advisories issued as easterly downslope winds return

High wind warning, advisories issued as easterly downslope winds return

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted May 9 - 12:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

Many parts of the Wasatch Front's northern half picked up multiple inches of precipitation this week, and now northern Utah is getting the brunt of easterly winds.
Lyft driver arrested, accused of sexually assaulting intoxicated teen

Lyft driver arrested, accused of sexually assaulting intoxicated teen

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted May 9 - 9:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Lyft driver has been booked into the Salt Lake County Jail and accused of raping a 17-year-old girl he was supposed to be driving home.
University of Utah says it can't legally divest stocks as demanded by pro-Palestinian protesters

University of Utah says it can't legally divest stocks as demanded by pro-Palestinian protesters

Marjorie Cortez, Deseret News  |  Posted May 9 - 8:10 a.m.  |  Save Story

Less than 1% of the university's portfolio is invested directly in common stock and none are stocks pro-Palestinian demonstrators targeted for disinvestment, university officials said.
Restaurants in Delta Center revitalization zone hopeful about more customers

Restaurants in Delta Center revitalization zone hopeful about more customers

Lindsay Aerts, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 9 - 7:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

With plans to renovate the area around the Delta Center, nearby businesses say they're hopeful the plans will bring in more customers.
An 'iconic' art installation is coming to Salt Lake City's old Raging Waters site

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.
'Dream to be free': Utah refugees and immigrants pitch their businesses at local competition

'Dream to be free': Utah refugees and immigrants pitch their businesses at local competition

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted May 8 - 10:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Three business owners took home prize money Wednesday night at the International Rescue Committee of Salt Lake's annual immigrant and refugee pitch competition.
College scholarship program honors Utah's fallen officers

College scholarship program honors Utah's fallen officers

Garna Mejia, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 8 - 9:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

The legacy of Utah's police officers killed in the line of duty is being honored through a scholarship program for college students.
3 ramps to close this weekend as UDOT picks up work on 62 Salt Lake County bridges

3 ramps to close this weekend as UDOT picks up work on 62 Salt Lake County bridges

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted May 8 - 7:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Three freeway ramps near the Salt Lake City International Airport will close this weekend for repairs, as crews repair 62 Salt Lake County bridges this year.