Associated Press
US mass shooters exploited gaps, errors in background checks
Most mass shooters in the U.S. acquired the weapons they used legally because there was nothing in their backgrounds to disqualify them, according to James Alan Fox, a criminologist with Northeastern University who has studied mass shootings for decades. But in several attacks in recent years gunmen acquired weapons as a result of mistakes, lack […]7 years ago
Associated Press
Trump calls off secret meeting with Taliban, Afghan leaders
President Donald Trump said Saturday he canceled a secret weekend meeting at Camp David with Taliban and Afghanistan leaders after a bombing in the past week in Kabul that killed 12 people.7 years ago
Associated Press
Utah Legislature: Tax reform not included in special session
Utah Gov. Gary Herbert has called lawmakers into a special session on Sept. 16 on medical marijuana and other issues, but tax reform is not on the agenda.7 years ago
Kelli Pierce
South Salt Lake teens get new STEM-based afterschool program
An afterschool program teaches teenagers about STEM career options. The teens can get hands-on experience with podcasting and film making equipment7 years ago
Kelli Pierce
New fire burns near Cedar City as firefighters get a handle on two other major blazes
The Neck Fire is currently burning 3,500-acres north of Cedar City and is 0% contained.7 years ago
Heather Kelly
Utah supports gun-makers of assault style weapons
Federal law shields gun-makers from liability when their weapons are used in crimes under The 'Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act' passed in 20057 years ago
Curt Gresseth
9-8-8 will be new suicide prevention hotline number, Stewart says
Like 9-1-1, there will soon be a national three-digit number -- 9-8-8 -- to call in case of suicide emergencies, in part thanks to a Utah Congressman.7 years ago
John Wojcik
UDOT reports sharp decrease in Utah road fatalities
"We had the greatest statistical decrease on our fatalities in this year that we've ever seen on record... We had a 40% decrease from last year."7 years ago
ANDREW TAYLOR and LOLITA C. BALDOR Associated Press
Military base cuts affect schools, target ranges, more
The Pentagon will cut funding from military projects like schools, target ranges and maintenance facilities to pay for the construction of 175 miles of fencing along the U.S.-Mexico border, diverting a total $3.6 billion to President Donald Trump's long-promised barrier.7 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Senators Romney, Lee react to Hill Air Force Base funding diversion
Utah Senators Romney and Lee are displeased with Congress upon learning funding for Hill Air Force Base has been diverted.7 years ago
Mary Richards
Utah Rep. Ben McAdams talks gun laws, says he owns guns
Rep. Ben McAdams told the KSL and Deseret News Editorial Boards that he supports universal background checks and is willing to look at other gun laws.7 years ago
John Wojcik
Utah Sen. Mike Lee readies for quick trip to Russia
It remains to be seen if the trip creates any friction in the Senate Chamber. Two other senators have been denied entry to Russia.7 years ago
Colby Walker
Search and rescue team from Utah heads to help Hurricane Dorian victims
Utah's national search and rescue response team, Utah Task Force 1, is heading out to help areas affected by Hurricane Dorian.7 years ago
Dan Bammes and Simone Seikaly
Millcreek and Salt Lake cities find agreement on new boundaries
SALT LAKE CITY — In the city of Millcreek, Utah, there is a small slice of Salt Lake City. And Millcreek City wants to change that. The city has some development plans, and it says that the space they share with Salt Lake could impede those plans. Unless the two could find their way to […]7 years ago
Associated Press
Police unsure why man went on West Texas shooting rampage
Police say they are not sure why a man with a misdemeanor on his record and no warrant for his arrest erupted in a spate of violence after a routine traffic stop in West Texas7 years ago
Associated Press
Justice Ginsburg reports she’s on way to ‘well’ after cancer
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg said Saturday she’s “alive” and on her way to being “very well” following radiation treatment for cancer.7 years ago
ROBERT BURNS AP National Security Writer
Trump declares new Space Command key to American defense
Declaring space crucial to the nation's defense, President Donald Trump said Thursday the Pentagon has established U.S. Space Command to preserve American dominance on "the ultimate high ground."7 years ago
KEN MORITSUGU Associated Press
Hong Kong democracy activists get bail, protest march banned
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong and another core member of a pro-democracy group were granted bail Friday after being charged with inciting people to join a protest in June, while authorities denied permission for a major march as they took what appears to be a harder line on this summer's protests.7 years ago
John Wojcik
State leaders discuss government’s role in public schools
Utah state leaders are debating the federal government's role in public education7 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Carbon County reports first human case of West Nile virus
Carbon County officials have reported the county's first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) this year. Three other cases of West Nile virus exist among people that live in Carbon County.7 years ago
Mary Richards
Utah has new firearm safety campaign for kids and teens
Utah parents and educators now have access to a new firearm safety campaign called Lets Stay Safe.7 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Utah businesses targeted by scammers
The Utah Division of Corporations is warning business owners that they could be victims of a scam.7 years ago
John Wojcik
State auditor finds Utah Courts have inadequate evidence management practices
The office of the State Auditor released a report on Wednesday that was critical of Utah District and Juvenile Courts. it found a lack of training7 years ago
