Astronomers may have detected light from colliding black holes for the first time
When black holes collide, they typically create gravitational waves that can be detected on Earth, but not light. Now, for the first time, astronomers believe they have detected the first light from a black hole merger.6 years ago
Race Relations in Utah – Special Coverage on KSL NewsRadio
Beginning at 10 a.m. we are going in-depth on race relations in Utah. KSL is partnering with Weber State’s office of diversity to have a discussion with new voices and perspectives offering an eye-level look at race during this historic summer of unrest and protests.6 years ago
Bialik and Batman: Actor teams up with DC for science books
“The Big Bang Theory” actor and neuroscientist Mayim Bialik is teaming with DC Entertainment on a project that joins superhero power to the power of science.6 years ago
NASA will name its headquarters after Mary W. Jackson, the agency’s first African American female engineer
NASA is renaming its headquarters after Mary W. Jackson, the agency's first African American female engineer who helped inspire the story behind the book and film "Hidden Figures."6 years ago
Augie celebrated her 20th birthday this week, making her the oldest golden retriever in history
With a dog-friendly cake and loved ones around her, Augie celebrated her birthday where she turned 20, making her the oldest known golden retriever.6 years ago
Trump administration open to a second round of stimulus payments. Here’s what that could look like
A second round of stimulus payments is on the negotiating table in Washington, but some of the 160 million Americans who got money the first time could be left out.6 years ago
Ex-Arizona official pleads guilty to human smuggling charge
A former Arizona official has pleaded guilty to a human smuggling charge in Arkansas for what prosecutors say was his role in running an illegal adoption scheme in three states involving women from the Marshall Islands.6 years ago
‘Faces of the conquerors’: Trump trip to Rushmore draws fire
President Donald Trump’s plans to kick off Independence Day with a showy display at Mount Rushmore are drawing sharp criticism from Native Americans who view the monument as a desecration of land violently stolen from them.6 years ago
Applications for jobless aid fall to still-high 1.48 million
The number of laid-off workers who applied for unemployment benefits fell to 1.48 million last week, the 12th straight drop and a sign that layoffs are slowing but are still at a painfully high level.6 years ago
Congo announces end to 2nd deadliest Ebola outbreak ever
The World Health Organization has declared an end to the second deadliest Ebola outbreak in history.6 years ago
Utah has an invasive bullfrog problem, so the DWR wants you to eat them
Forget about finding a prince after you catch a bullfrog. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is hoping you'll take one home for dinner.6 years ago
Groundbreaking for new Orem Temple announced
Groundbreaking for the new Orem temple for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will happen in September, the church announced on Wednesday.6 years ago
DC National Guard to provide unarmed security for monuments in DC
The DC National Guard will provide unarmed guard members to assist with additional security for monuments in Washington, DC, the National Guard Bureau said Wednesday.6 years ago
Appeals court orders judge to dismiss Michael Flynn case
A federal appeals court on Wednesday ordered Judge Emmet Sullivan to dismiss the case against former Trump national security adviser Michael Flynn, a surprise conclusion in a long-running political fight.6 years ago
Senate Democrats to block GOP police reform bill, throwing overhaul effort into flux
A Republican policing reform measure is on the verge of collapse in the Senate with Democrats lining up to block it after criticizing the legislation as an inadequate response to nationwide calls for action to address police misconduct and racial injustice.6 years ago
GNC files for bankruptcy and will close up to 1,200 stores
GNC has filed for bankruptcy, warning it will close up to a quarter of its stores and search for a buyer.6 years ago
Rope found hanging in Wallace’s garage was coincidence
The rope found hanging in Bubba Wallace's garage at Talladega Superspeedway was not a hate crime. Federal authorities said the rope had been hanging at the Alabama track since at least October.6 years ago
Fauci: Next few weeks critical to tamping down virus spikes
The government’s top infectious disease expert says the next few weeks are critical to tamping down a disturbing coronavirus surge in the U.S. Dr. Anthony Fauci issued a plea Tuesday for people to avoid crowds and wear masks.6 years ago
Putin hails Nazi defeat in virus-delayed Red Square parade
Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed the defeat of Nazi Germany at the traditional massive Red Square military parade, which was delayed by more than a month because of the invisible enemy of coronavirus.6 years ago
US citizens likely to be left out as Europe reopens borders
Americans are unlikely to be allowed into Europe when the continent reopens its borders next week, due to how the coronavirus pandemic is flaring in the U.S. and President Donald Trump’s ban on Europeans entering the United States.6 years ago
Powerful earthquake shakes southern, central Mexico
A 7.4 M earthquake has hit just off the west coast of Mexico triggering tsunami warnings 600 miles away from the epicenter.6 years ago
FCC to vote in July to make ‘988’ the suicide hotline number
Federal regulators will vote in July on whether to make “988” the number to reach a suicide prevention hotline.6 years ago
BYU plans for in person fall semester
BYU is planning to see students return to their Provo campus this fall which will be a mix of in-person and digital coursework.6 years ago
