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Charges dismissed in reopened 2016 Davis County rape case
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 7:40 a.m. | Save Story
New evidence has led to criminal charges being dismissed in a Davis County 2016 rape investigation.
Four big questions ahead of the 2026 Grammy Awards show
Maria Sherman, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 29 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
The 68th annual Grammy Awards are Sunday, airing live from Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena on CBS and Paramount+. What can viewers expect?
Student journalism bill stalls at Utah Legislature over 'serious concerns'
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 6:51 a.m. | Save Story
A proposal to expand the rights of student journalists in Utah while protecting their advisers from liability failed to move forward this week in the Legislature.
The big impact of Utah State's 6-foot-1 guard Kolby King
Mark Greenwood for KSL | Posted Jan. 29 - 12:20 a.m. | Save Story
Utah State's Kolby King has been an important piece to the Aggies' success long before his 20-point performance against Wyoming.
Utah State blows by Wyoming to stay in 2nd in Mountain West
Shawn Harrison, Herald Journal | Posted Jan. 28 - 10:57 p.m. | Save Story
Perhaps it was the uniforms from the 80s or the rowdy students that showed up with it snowing outside.
Steph Curry leads Warriors to 140-124 win over Jazz
Jaxon Wynder, KSL | Posted Jan. 28 - 10:47 p.m. | Save Story
The Warriors knocked down 23 3-point shots to lift them over the Jazz as Ace Bailey and Brice Sensabaugh continue to impress in the loss.
Tooele couple recounts hearing loud explosion, escaping flames
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Jan. 28 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
A fire destroyed a Tooele couple's home and took the life of one of their pets Friday night, and on Wednesday, they relived the moments leading up to and during the blaze.
Harry and Meghan debut new documentary 'Cookie Queens' at Sundance Film Festival
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 28 - 10:04 p.m. | Save Story
Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, made a surprise debut at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah over the weekend to promote their latest film project.
She was supposed to be the first teacher in space. 40 years later, her mission continues
Ashley Strickland, CNN | Posted Jan. 28 - 9:36 p.m. | Save Story
NASA's Space Shuttle Challenger lifted off 40 years ago with six astronauts and a teacher on board. That legacy is being carried on by those on Earth all those years later.
After 53 years of open seating, Southwest implements assigned seating
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 28 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
After over 50 years of having a unique open seating policy, Southwest Airlines started using assigned seating on Tuesday. Here's what other changes are coming to the carrier.
Lawmakers advance plan to cut Utah income taxes for sixth straight year
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Jan. 28 - 8:35 p.m. | Save Story
Lawmakers voted on Wednesday to advance SB60, which would cut the state's corporate and income tax rate to 4.45% and could save a typical Utah family around $45 a year.
American Fork man found guilty of murdering his brother-in-law, but not guilty of conspiring
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Jan. 28 - 8:17 p.m. | Save Story
A jury found Wednesday that Kevin Ellis was guilty of murder and did not believe he was defending himself when he shot and killed his brother-in-law, but the jury found him not guilty of conspiring with others to commit the murder.
BYU women drop back-to-back after Amari Whiting's 1st double-double for Oklahoma State
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Jan. 28 - 8:03 p.m. | Save Story
Whiting totaled 16 points, 10 rebounds, two assists and three blocks for her double-double of the season as Oklahoma State secured a 67-51 win over BYU at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Trump administration rolls out 'Trump accounts' for babies as part of affordability pitch
Andrea Shalal and Bo Erickson, Reuters | Posted Jan. 28 - 7:34 p.m. | Save Story
President Donald Trump, on Wednesday, is rolling out his investment accounts for babies in the United States, with more than 500,000 families already signed up, top officials said.
Utah bill to end driver privilege card program for immigrants formulated, awaiting attention
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Jan. 28 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
A bill sponsored by Utah Rep. Trevor Lee to end the state's driver privilege program, geared in part to immigrants in the country illegally, has been formulated and numbered.
Kearns woman stabbed, killed boyfriend after accusing him of abusing her daughter, charges say
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Jan. 28 - 6:38 p.m. | Save Story
A Kearns woman was charged with manslaughter Wednesday and accused of stabbing her boyfriend to death after she believed he tried to sexually abuse her daughter.
US agents involved in latest Minneapolis shooting put on leave, media reports say
Reuters | Updated Jan. 28 - 6:02 p.m. | Save Story
At least two federal agents who were involved in Saturday's fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, two U.S. media outlets said on Wednesday.
Grantsville meat company owner charged with animal cruelty
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Jan. 28 - 5:36 p.m. | Save Story
The owner of a Tooele County butcher shop is facing a criminal misemeanor charge for allegedly telling an employee to cut off the hoof of an injured steer without first "stunning" the animal.
'It's perfect for our program': Utah baseball officially opens Charlie Monfort Field at America First Ballpark
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Jan. 28 - 5:13 p.m. | Save Story
The University of Utah baseball team finally has a home.
Utah lawmakers looking to reduce penalties for speeding in school zones
Brian Carlson, KSL | Posted Jan. 28 - 5:05 p.m. | Save Story
Utah lawmakers are considering changes to penalties for drivers caught speeding in school zones. In short, the penalties for certain drivers would be reduced.
Bruce Springsteen releases Minneapolis protest song, sings 'ICE out now!'
Andrew Hay, Reuters | Updated Jan. 28 - 4:33 p.m. | Save Story
Bruce Springsteen on Wednesday released a protest song honoring Alex Pretti and Renee Good, two Minneapolis residents killed during President Donald Trump's aggressive immigration raids.
Drone demo wows as 47G aerospace shows off on defense day at Utah Capitol
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Jan. 28 - 4:02 p.m. | Save Story
Utah-based 47G hosted its aerospace and defense showcase Wednesday at the state Capitol, bringing together leaders, industry executives and innovators and drawing hundreds of attendees.
Have You Seen This? Girl's first bike ride inspires joyous reaction
Grant Olsen for KSL | Posted Jan. 28 - 3:43 p.m. | Save Story
My wish? That the rest of us can all experience moments in our lives that make us feel as proud and happy as this girl.
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Four big questions ahead of the 2026 Grammy Awards show
- Utah experienced a surge of large wildfires in 2025. This is how much it cost to fight
- Harry and Meghan debut new documentary 'Cookie Queens' at Sundance Film Festival
- Bruce Springsteen releases Minneapolis protest song, sings 'ICE out now!'
- Have You Seen This? Girl's first bike ride inspires joyous reaction
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U.S. »
Trump, Schumer move toward deal to avert government shutdown, NYT says
- She was supposed to be the first teacher in space. 40 years later, her mission continues
- After 53 years of open seating, Southwest implements assigned seating
- Trump administration rolls out 'Trump accounts' for babies as part of affordability pitch
- US agents involved in latest Minneapolis shooting put on leave, media reports say
Utah »
Charges dismissed in reopened 2016 Davis County rape case
- Student journalism bill stalls at Utah Legislature over 'serious concerns'
- Utah experienced a surge of large wildfires in 2025. This is how much it cost to fight
- Tooele couple recounts hearing loud explosion, escaping flames
- Harry and Meghan debut new documentary 'Cookie Queens' at Sundance Film Festival
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Utah bill to end driver privilege card program for immigrants formulated, awaiting attention
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Business »
After 53 years of open seating, Southwest implements assigned seating
- Trump administration rolls out 'Trump accounts' for babies as part of affordability pitch
- Drone demo wows as 47G aerospace shows off on defense day at Utah Capitol
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Politics »
Student journalism bill stalls at Utah Legislature over 'serious concerns'
- Trump, Schumer move toward deal to avert government shutdown, NYT says
- Lawmakers advance plan to cut Utah income taxes for sixth straight year
- Trump administration rolls out 'Trump accounts' for babies as part of affordability pitch
- Utah bill to end driver privilege card program for immigrants formulated, awaiting attention
