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Texas man who operated 'ghost broker' scheme sentenced to probation, deportation

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 9:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Texas man accused of running a "ghost broker" scheme in Utah was sentenced to probation and deportation.

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Police find truck that hit, killed man in Salt Lake City

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 17 - 9:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man in downtown Salt Lake City was killed after being hit by a vehicle that then drove away early Wednesday. First responders performed lifesaving measures but were unable to revive the man.

Weber High alum called 'Little Weddle' is the breakout star of No. 11 BYU's 2-0 start

VideoSean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two years ago, Cannon DeVries was known as the recently returned missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Texas Houston South Mission. Two months ago, he was a meme on the college football internet.

'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star eliminated from 'Dancing with the Stars' Season 35

Caitlin Keith, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 9:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

"Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" star Conner Leavitt was the first contestant eliminated from Season 35 of "Dancing with the Stars" on Tuesday night.

Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 196,000, lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain low

Paul Wiseman, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 17 - 8:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

The number of people applying for unemployment benefits dropped sharply last week, another sign that layoffs remain rare and most Americans enjoy job security.

Utah man charged with hiring hit man while awaiting trial for the same crime

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 8:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man currently awaiting trial for allegedly trying to hire a hitman to kill his wife and his mother is now accused of doing the same thing while in jail.

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How to clean any type of floor

Giant Carpet One  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

No matter what season it is or what kind of floors you have in your home, you can keep them as clean as possible with daily maintenance, weekly cleaning and regular deep cleaning.

Ed Sheeran stadium drama turns to donations and humanitarian cooperation

Choire Sicha, CNN  |  Updated Sept. 17 - 7:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

On Wednesday, the rapper Macklemore said he would donate $1 million in full net earnings from his now-truncated role on the Ed Sheeran tour, to six organizations that supported Palestinian people.

Search continues for 2 missing women presumed drowned at Sand Hollow Reservoir

VideoPat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 17 - 7:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Nevada man who was operating a jet ski with two women passengers was arrested after crashing, and the women presumably drowned.

Utah Government Records Office asks lawmakers for help to handle increasing appeals

VideoDaniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 17 - 7:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

The number of public records appeals being filed with the new Utah Government Records Office is increasing. If that trend continues, additional staff and more time to conduct hearings and issue orders may be necessary.

Black bear euthanized in Grand Teton National Park after visitors repeatedly leave food behind

EastIdahoNews.com staff  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 6:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

A black bear was euthanized near a popular backcountry lake in Grand Teton National Park after officials said visitors repeatedly allowed the animal to get human food.

Utah football: Morgan Scalley sees culture showing up in Utes' early success

Steve Bartle, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 10:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

After a 2-0 start, Utah football head coach Morgan Scalley is encouraged by his team's execution and unselfish approach. Even as he cautions against drawing early conclusions about its potential, the team is trending positively.

Emigration Canyon residents concerned over proposed Sinclair fuel pipeline expansion

VideoBrenna Donnelly, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 10:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

Homeowners in Emigration Canyon are raising concerns about a proposed fuel pipeline project from HF Sinclair that could bring a new refined petroleum pipeline through the area.

Fossil tooth analysis confirms Tyrannosaurus rex was warm-blooded

Taylor Nicioli, CNN  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 10:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Scientists have suspected for nearly 60 years that Tyrannosaurus rex was warm-blooded.

Understand needs, forge solutions, President Oaks invites at Washington National Cathedral

Ryan Jensen, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 9:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

Following seven decades as a student of the U.S. Constitution, President Dallin H. Oaks stood in the Washington National Cathedral on Wednesday\, and declared the need for common ground in preserving religious freedom.

Salt Lake City, UDOT crafting emergency plan for flooded west side residents

VideoCarter Williams and Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 9:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City and the Utah Department of Transportation are now working to help residents still displaced a month after the flood.

House passes Russia sanctions bill championed by Graham, sending it to Trump

Patricia Zengerle, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 9:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a sweeping sanctions and tariff bill intended to increase economic pressure on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, sending the bill to ​President Donald Trump.

Utah drivers change habits as gas prices climb

VideoMatt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 9:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

With Utah gas prices averaging $4.78 a gallon, new research suggests drivers are changing their habits to save money. Many say they are driving less, combining errands, carpooling or searching for cheaper gas before filling up.

Motorcyclist hospitalized after Sandy crash

Devin Oldroyd, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 8:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

A teenage boy is in the hospital after a crash involving a car and a motorcycle Wednesday night.

Low water levels give anglers chance to fish Franklin County reservoirs

VideoTodd Kunz, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 8:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Water is disappearing from two southeast Idaho reservoirs, and Idaho Fish and Game said it gives anglers an opportunity to take advantage of what's left.

Man who threatened highway trooper with knife pleads no contest

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 8:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man who threatened a Utah Highway Patrol trooper with a knife pleaded no contest last month and will not serve any jail time.

EU's von der Leyen wants Canada to become bloc's first 'associate member'

Julia Payne, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 7:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday she wanted to open the door to Canada becoming the EU's first "associate member" in ​a significant policy shift.

Utah teen will represent Team USA in trampoline and tumbling in China

VideoDebbie Worthen, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 16 - 7:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

When Kaysen Maag heads to China in November, he'll be one of about a dozen athletes from Utah representing Team USA on the international tumbling and trampoline stage.

The art of optimism

Peter Rosen, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 6:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Political turmoil, a warming planet, an evaporating lake, an uncontrollable AI. With so much to worry about, Utah artist Trevor Dahl is doing what he can to spread positive vibrations around Salt Lake City.