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Former Trump adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to mishandling classified documents

Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff, Reuters  |  Posted June 26 - 11:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

John Bolton, a former national security adviser ​for President Donald Trump, pleaded guilty ‌in federal court on Friday to mishandling classified information.

'Particularly dangerous situation' pushes Cottonwood Fire to 71,000 acres

Joe Wirthlin, KSL  |  Posted June 26 - 10:54 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Cottonwood Fire has continued to grow with the help of low humidity and high temperatures, spreading to 71,841 acres with 0% containment on Friday.

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'We're not afraid': Supporters rally for longtime Salt Lake City man detained, facing deportation

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Updated June 26 - 10:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

Friends and family rallied in support of a longtime Salt Lake City man, originally from Mexico, who was detained by immigration agents and faces deportation.

Convicted rapist Nicholas Rossi dies in prison

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted June 26 - 10:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

The man convicted of raping two women, who fled the country, faked his death and assumed a new identity to avoid prosecution, has died.

Benson Boone will perform in Utah after all — and he just released a new song

Lottie Elizabeth Johnson, Deseret News  |  Posted June 26 - 9:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

Benson Boone fans in Utah, rejoice: The singer will be performing in the Beehive State this year after all, and the pop singer also released his first new song in a year.

Small aircraft crashes into Beijing's tallest building, eyewitnesses say

Maxim Shemetov, Reuters  |  Posted June 26 - 9:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

An aircraft about the size of a car crashed into the CITIC ​Tower on Friday, two bystanders told Reuters, as police closed off roads around the building and stopped passersby from filming.

American Fork man severely injured in hammer attack, ex's new boyfriend arrested

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted June 26 - 9:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man was arrested for investigation of attempted murder on Friday for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend's ex-boyfriend with a hammer.

Neighbors dig through Venezuela rubble to search for loved ones as death toll climbs

Megan Janetsky, Andry RincÓn and Juan Pablo Arraez, Associated Press  |  Updated June 26 - 8:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

In cities across northern Venezuela, neighbors helped each other search for loved ones after back-to-back earthquakes that officials say killed 589 people and left thousands injured.

What is inside the Museum of Utah? An expansive story of the state in 4 parts

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted June 26 - 8:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Museum of Utah opens this weekend, providing Utahns and visitors alike a unique look into the state's past through artifacts once locked away.

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How to get the most out of RC Willey's Summer Appliance Sale

RC Willey  |  Posted June 26 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

The RC Willey Summer Appliance Sale is going on now through July 8, so here are a few tips to make sure you're getting the best appliances for your home and the most savings possible.

Local fireworks businesses fearful after Utah governor's statewide ban

Erin Cox, KSL  |  Posted June 26 - 7:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new statewide restriction on fireworks could leave some local stand owners facing significant financial losses during what was expected to be one of their busiest seasons.

Drone spotted near Eureka's Iron Fire, prompts warning

Devin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Updated June 26 - 7:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah County Sheriff's Office is reminding the public not to fly drones over active wildfires after one was spotted around the Iron Fire on Thursday.

Brothers are accused of mishandling remains of two dozen people at Colorado funeral home

Mead Gruver, Associated Press  |  Posted June 26 - 6:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

Police on Thursday arrested two Colorado men, including a former county coroner, for allegedly mishandling at least two dozen decomposing bodies and other remains found behind a hidden door in a funeral home.

The main motor: Latinos accounted for nearly half of Utah's growth from 2020 to 2025

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted June 26 - 6:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Latinos accounted for nearly half of Utah's overall population growth between 2020 and 2025 and were the primary motors in Salt Lake, Weber and Davis counties.

Pochettino annoyed by perceived disappointment after US finishes group play with 3-2 loss to Turkey

Greg Beacham, Associated Press  |  Updated June 25 - 11:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

The United States only wanted to get through its final World Cup group stage match Thursday night without an injury or a red card, while Turkey was playing for a face-saving victory to end a dismal tournament.

Red flag warning issued as crews brace for difficult days near Beaver

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted June 25 - 10:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Forecasters issued a first-of-its-kind warning in Utah Thursday evening as firefighters at a public meeting cautioned about potentially difficult days ahead fighting the Cottonwood Fire.

Here's who is moving forward after the Utah County Republican primary

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted June 25 - 10:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah County is poised to see change this November after the incumbent clerk appears to have lost the primary race and two commissioner seats are open for newcomers.

David Clayton-Thomas, powerhouse lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dead at 84

Hillel Italie, Associated Press  |  Updated June 25 - 9:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

David Clayton-Thomas, the lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, has died at age 84.

Man found guilty of killing Utah wife in Alaska jury trial

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted June 25 - 9:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man on trial for killing his Utah wife while they were both stationed in Alaska with the U.S. Army was found guilty of her murder on Thursday.

Venezuela health minister says around 235 people dead and 4,300 injured in catastrophic earthquakes

Megan Janetsky, Andry RincÓn And Juan Pablo Arraez, Associated Press  |  Updated June 25 - 8:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

Venezuelans searched for survivors beneath collapsed buildings and rescue teams raced to the areas hardest hit by earthquakes that have killed at least 188 and trapping over 200.

Utah leaders advance health campus plans at The Point

Tyrese Boone, KSL  |  Posted June 25 - 8:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

State and University of Utah leaders signed an agreement Thursday at the Capitol to move forward with plans for a future health campus at The Point.

Campfires bans, other tighter fire restrictions to be implemented across most of Utah

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Updated June 25 - 7:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Campfires are being temporarily banned across many public lands across the state, as fire activity has swelled over the past week.

UN halts escort of ships through Hormuz after vessel comes under attack

Jonathan Saul, Gram Slattery and Tala Ramadan, Reuters  |  Updated June 25 - 7:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.N. International Maritime Organization paused its operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after a vessel reported an attack, reigniting concerns about ​whether a preliminary deal to end the Iran war will hold.