Utah
Becky Bruce, Mary Richards and Andrew Adams
Shop owner: shoot-out reminded him of being in Iraq
Thaer Mahdi, the owner of Princess Alterations & Leather Work, told KSL the crash and subsequent shoot-out reminded him of his life in Iraq.5 years ago
Mary Richards
Salt Lake Police warn about squatters in vacant homes
Empty homes can be a hot spot for crimes which is why police are asking neighbors to watch out for squatters that can then in turn lead to drugs or even fires inside the home.5 years ago
Barry Neild (Text) and Craig Waxman (video), CNN
How wild landscapes of Kyrgyzstan seduced photographer Albert Dros
In a place rarely seen by anyone, photographer Albert Dros says there's everything "it has canyons like Utah, mountains like in Europe, and peaks like the Himalaya's," all found in the former Soviet nation of Kyrgyzstan.5 years ago
ANNE D'INNOCENZIO AP Retail Writer
Ghost of Toys R Us still haunts toy makers
A year after Toys R Us imploded, toy makers are still readjusting to the big loss of shelf space. That means slashing the number of styles they carry, re-evaluating how they sell large toys like playhouses and cars, and changing their packaging to squeeze into smaller retail spaces.5 years ago
Associated Press
US Congress approves Colorado River drought plan
The U.S. House and Senate approved the Colorado River drought contingency plan on Monday, sending it to President Donald Trump for final approval.5 years ago
Associated Press
Ogden city, officer dropped from jail death lawsuit
The city of Ogden has been dropped from a federal lawsuit over a man’s death in the Weber County Jail. Litigation against Weber County will continue.5 years ago
Mark Oliver
The Utah State Correctional Facility is cutting 400 beds and adding $150 million to costs
Ballooning costs for the Utah State Correctional Facility are expected to leave the project over budget, behind schedule, and with less space for prisoners.5 years ago
Colby Walker
Historic Salt Lake Temple to close for renovations amid new temple announcements
As the close of the 189th Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints drew to a close Church President Russel M. Nelson announced the church would be building 8 new temples including one in the 21st in Utah to be built in the Tooele Valley, as well as major renovations to take place in the Church's historic Salt Lake Temple.5 years ago
Associated Press
Prosecutor plans diversion program for low-level suspects
Utah County's prosecutor is planning to get low-level suspects into drug treatment or community service without ever filing criminal charges against them.5 years ago
Associated Press
Roosevelt man who shot himself in the head is expected to survive
Authorities say a man who shot himself in the head during a confrontation with police in Roosevelt is expected to survive.5 years ago
Mary Richards
The Saints in St. Louis: connecting Missouri to modern Latter-day Saints
The expanded Gateway Arch Museum opened in February 2018, and millions of visitors can see the peaceful relationship between Church members and St. Louis.5 years ago
Associated Press
Hill Air Force Base cited as most at risk in climate change rankings
The Pentagon calls Hill Air Force Base most at risk for negative impacts from climate change among 79 vital military installations in the United States.5 years ago
Associated Press
Utah officials not ready to declare end to drought
Water officials are not quite ready to declare an end to the drought in Utah, even though the state has its deepest snowpack in years.5 years ago
Paul Nelson
Price tag for new prison continues to rise
The costs for the new state prison are expected to be much higher than previously thought, but state officials say a strong economy could be behind it.5 years ago
Associated Press
‘Queer Eye’ star Tan France bridges divides on TV, in real life
Queer Eye's Tan France, an English immigrant who was raised Muslim, spends his off-hours at home with his husband in decidedly red-state Utah.5 years ago
Becky Bruce
Utah school board adopts new K-12 health education standards
Instead of spelling out specific health topics in the standards, the state board will provide teachers instructional guides that address specific issues of current concern such as opioid abuse and sexual assault.5 years ago
Associated Press
At 94, President Nelson proves himself open to change
At 94, the president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has proved a far more vigorous and transformative figure than scholars expected.5 years ago
Mary Richards
I-80 wildlife overpass a work in progress
It looks like fewer cars are hitting wildlife along I-80 through Parleys Canyon, but transportation officials won't know for sure until they get more data.5 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Sandy mayor apologizes for water crisis, wants input on fluoride
Mayor Kurt Bradburn is apologizing again for the city of Sandy's water crisis, but also asking for feedback on fluoride in the water.5 years ago
Mary Richards
Salt Lake Stallions linebacker broke his arm just days before the league folded
On Saturday Gionni Paul was defending a pass during a Salt Lake Stallions game when he got pinned. It broke two bones in his forearm. Sunday he had surgery, and Tuesday he learned the league had folded.5 years ago
Associated Press
2 Utah families bonded after organ donation saved man’s life
Evelyn Morgas lost her 40-year-old daughter to a stroke in 2015, but she said she feels like she's hugging her again every time she embraces the Utah man who received her daughter's lungs.5 years ago
Mark Jackson
KSL 5 is back on DirecTV
If you flip on your tv you'll once again be able to see KSL on DirecTV. In an email sent from VP and General Manager Tanya Vea late Thursday was to the point saying that a deal was reached and thanking the staff and viewers for their patience.5 years ago
Paul Nelson
Former Bonneville International President passes away
The local broadcasting industry has lost one of its most active supporters. Former Bonneville President Bruce Reese passed away this morning.5 years ago
