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Jussie Smollett's conviction in 2019 attack on himself is overturned
Associated Press | Posted Nov. 21 - 9:22 a.m. | Save Story
The Illinois Supreme Court has overturned actor Jussie Smollett's conviction on charges that he staged a racist and homophobic attack against himself in 2019 and lied to Chicago police.
Lori Vallow Daybell speaks in Arizona court; judge denies request to cancel mental health evaluation
Nate Eaton, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Nov. 21 - 9:02 a.m. | Save Story
Lori Vallow Daybell will need to undergo mental health evaluations before court proceedings in her Arizona case can resume.
2 firefighters who caught on fire and went up in flames speak about the incident for the first time
Dan Rascon, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 21 - 8:18 a.m. | Save Story
Two Unified Fire Authority firefighters who caught on fire themselves while fighting a fire are speaking out about their experience.
AI revolution: How artificial intelligence could reshape public safety
Daniella Rivera and Emiley Morgan, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 21 - 8:02 a.m. | Save Story
Emerging technology like artificial intelligence is potentially improving public safety as police departments across the country are struggling to recruit and retain officers.
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Maximizing natural light in your home: The right glass choices for health and mood
Amsco Windows | Posted Nov. 21 - 8:00 a.m. | Save Story
Selecting the right type of glass for your windows is crucial – and there are a few things you ought to consider before deciding.
CDC expects COVID and RSV levels to increase in coming weeks
Christy Santhosh, Reuters | Posted Nov. 21 - 7:47 a.m. | Save Story
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Wednesday it expects to see an increase in levels of COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus in the country in the coming weeks, as is usual during the holiday season.
Salt Lake trail closures continue as Rocky Mountain Power carries out project
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 21 - 7:29 a.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City public utilities officials are reminding residents to stay clear of several popular trails for a few more weeks as a wildfire mitigation project continues.
International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas officials
Molly Quell, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 21 - 7:01 a.m. | Save Story
The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister and Hamas officials, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity over actions taken during their 13-month war in Gaza and the October 2023 attack on Israel respectively.
Trial for man accused in 2-year-old's death opens with images of devastating brain injuries
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Nov. 20 - 10:25 p.m. | Save Story
The trial opened Monday in the case against the 30-year-old man accused of killing a 2-year-old in Washington City last year, where the treating physicians outlined the injuries the toddler sustained that ended her life.
Biden administration moves to forgive $4.7B of loans to Ukraine
Simon Lewis and Daphne Psaledakis, Reuters | Posted Nov. 20 - 10:05 p.m. | Save Story
The Biden administration has moved to forgive about $4.7 billion in U.S. loans to Ukraine as outgoing officials seek to do what they can before leaving office to bolster Ukraine in its war against Russia.
Water notices warn Utahns of potential lead contamination
Brian Carlson, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 20 - 9:36 p.m. | Save Story
Water district officials say there's no need for alarm, but they are sending out notices to let residents know they may be at risk for lead contamination.
How the 'Rising Utah' vision aims to make Utah's economy the best in the nation
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 20 - 9:10 p.m. | Save Story
The Salt Lake Chamber unveiled its Utah Rising plan to help carry the vision of making Utah's economy the best in the nation.
Vineyard appoints new City Council member following vacancy
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 20 - 8:53 p.m. | Save Story
The Vineyard City Council voted to fill a council seat Wednesday evening after a councilwoman announced her resignation earlier this month.
Lawmakers vote down bill to prevent counting of mailed ballots that arrive after Election Day
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 20 - 8:32 p.m. | Save Story
Utah lawmakers declined to recommend a bill that would have prevented the counting of mail-in ballots that arrive after polls close on Election Day.
Salt Lake dealership owner faces 10 felonies accusing him of not delivering titles
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 20 - 8:04 p.m. | Save Story
The owner of a now-closed Salt Lake car dealership is charged with failing to deliver titles on vehicles purchased by customers because he still owed money to companies that gave him loans.
Heart procedure saves 500-plus lives in northern Utah
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 20 - 7:34 p.m. | Save Story
McKay-Dee Hospital has used a relatively new heart procedure that has saved 500-plus lives. Patients would have had to go to Salt Lake City if the Ogden hospital did not offer the procedure.
Salt Lake City hits snag with temporary road closure in race to restore lost 'quiet zones'
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 20 - 7:08 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City wants to temporarily close a railroad crossing holding up a "quiet zone" from being reestablished, but the plan hit a snag on Tuesday.
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Turn your home Into a holiday haven
RC Willey | Posted Nov. 20 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
Creating the right atmosphere in your home makes all the difference over the holidays.
Police arrest 16-year-old in connection with West High parking lot shooting
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 20 - 6:53 p.m. | Save Story
A 16-year-old boy was taken into police custody Wednesday in connection with a shooting that injured a teen in the West High School parking lot.
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