Utah

Ferdico Perez Arenas, 76, is pictured with his granddaughter in an undated photo. Perez was hit by ...
Kennedy Camarena, KSL

Man hit in back by suspected stray bullet at Fourth of July celebration, police say

A man was injured on Saturday after being hit in the back by a bullet suspected of being shot into the air in Lehi.
2 months ago
Roses await to be passed out to every female student and faculty member at Oquirrh Hills Middle Sch...
David Een

America 250: Celebrating the rose, the US national flower

This year, America celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. So, we're talking about the nation's national flower: the rose.
2 months ago
The new Great Salt Lake Preservation license plate that became available on Wednesday. It's an exam...
Carter Williams, KSL

Utah’s specialty license plates receive a colorful new glow-up

The Utah Division of Motor Vehicles officially unveiled new license plate designs on Wednesday, which include a dozen new plate options.
2 months ago
Nearly 10 months after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on the campus of Utah Valley University, a ...
Pat Reavy, KSL

Videos, autopsy report submitted at Robinson prelim despite flurry of hearsay objections

Three videos of Charlie Kirk being shot, each taken from a different angle, were submitted as evidence in 4th District Court on Monday during day one of murder suspect, Tyler Robinson's, preliminary hearing.
2 months ago
Custom "Last Quantum" emblem on Kaysville Fire Department's new heavy rescue engine. The Kaysville ...
Becky Bruce

Residents evacuated, allowed back home after Kaysville fire

Kaysville fire officials said residents briefly needed to be evacuated because of a new fire near East Mountain Wilderness Park, but it was quickly put under control.
2 months ago
Numerous cities across Utah are pursuing increasing property taxes to cover rising and new costs an...
Tim Vandenack and Carter Williams, KSL

Why are your taxes increasing? Numerous Utah cities pursue property tax hikes

Wednesday marked the beginning of the state and municipal fiscal year, after leaders of cities all across Utah scrambled to piece together new spending plans. Many locales are considering raising property taxes.
2 months ago
A Utah man previously sent to prison for defrauding clients is facing new charges. (Canva)...
Pat Reavy, KSL

Unlicensed contractor previously convicted faces new charges

A South Jordan man who served time in the Utah State Prison for defrauding clients who paid for kitchen remodels is accused of defrauding a woman who hired the contractor to build a water feature.
2 months ago
The conservative organizers of a Sandy Independence Day event put out a special call and invitation...
Tim Vandenack, KSL

‘I love the USA’: Organizers of Independence Day event put out special call to Latino population

The organizers of a Sandy Independence Day event put out a special call and invitation for participation by the Latino population.
2 months ago
The human-caused Middlefork Fire burns northeast of Huntsville in Weber County in June. Utah wildli...
Carter Williams, KSL

Firearm target shooting temporarily banned at WMAs in 17 Utah counties over wildfire concerns

Utah wildlife managers have paused firearm target shooting at wildlife management areas in 17 counties across the state, citing high wildfire danger.
2 months ago
Jamie Barnes, Utah Department of Natural Resources Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands direc...
Heather Peterson

State forester defends Utah’s wildfire mitigation efforts amid destructive fire season

Recent wildfire victims in Utah blame the U.S. Forest Service for a lack of forest management. But the Utah State Forester said severe drought conditions meant that no amount of extra mitigation would have prevented the Utah fires.
2 months ago
Fireworks for sale at Mad Matt's Fireworks in Sandy on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. A little to the nort...
Raegan Edelman, KSL

Mayor of Clinton City faces criticism for allowing fireworks

The mayor of Clinton City, Utah, Marie Dougherty, is facing both criticism and praise after her decision not to implement a citywide ban on fireworks.
2 months ago
The gallery inside the House of Representatives at the Capitol in Salt Lake City on Jan. 10, 2024. ...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL

Appeals court allows Utah journalist’s lawsuit against the Legislature to move forward in part

A federal appeals court allowed parts of a lawsuit filed by an independent journalist against the Utah Legislature to move forward after a lower court dismissed the case last fall.
2 months ago
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Andrew Adams, KSL

East High coach hopes to boost nonprofit through new clothing line

A high school basketball coach with a nonprofit that helps financially challenged students said a new clothing line he started aims to help bolster the program and support more kids.
2 months ago
Utah leaders are rolling out a new impaired driving crackdown ahead of two busy holiday weekends, p...
Tyrese Boone, KSL

Utah Highway Patrol launches holiday DUI crackdown and Lyft program

Utah leaders rolled out a new impaired driving crackdown ahead of two busy holiday weekends, paired with a statewide ride-share incentive aimed at reducing DUIs.
2 months ago
Upgrades are in the works around Pineview Reservoir in Weber County. The Utah Division of Wildlife ...
Carter Williams, KSL

Utah increases fishing limits at these 7 bodies of water affected by drought, construction

Utah increased fishing limits across the state ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, as water levels continue to drop from drought or will be lost to construction.
2 months ago
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Pat Reavy, KSL

Tyler Robinson’s appeal request denied by Utah Supreme Court

The Utah Supreme Court has denied Tyler Robinson's request to hear his appeal regarding cameras in the courtroom.
2 months ago
Traffic on I-15 in South Salt Lake during rush hour on Monday. Fourth of July travel shouldn't be a...
Carter Williams, KSL

Traffic delays of up to 20 minutes possible during Fourth of July weekend, UDOT says

UDOT warns that additional traffic delays of 10 to 20 minutes are possible at peak travel times during the July Fourth weekend on major routes like I-15 and U.S. 6.
2 months ago
A camp on Beaver Mountain is pictured on Wednesday. (Photo: Mark Less, KSL)...
Alex Cabrero, KSL

Despite devastation, Cottonwood Fire leaves behind ‘islands of hope’ on Beaver Mountain

Destruction from the Cottonwood Fire is overwhelming, but scattered among the burned forest are pockets of green, places where campgrounds, cabins and trees survived.
2 months ago
Fireworks burst during Stadium of Fire held at LaVell Edwards Stadium on the campus of Brigham Youn...
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News

Utah’s Fourth of July events celebrating America 250

There are a number of events happening across Utah to celebrate Independence Day and America's 250th anniversary.
2 months ago
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Brenna Donnelly, KSL

Firework ban takes the bang out of Heber Marching Band fundraiser

The Heber Valley Marching Band faces a significant financial challenge as fireworks restrictions have sharply reduced sales at the band's biggest annual fundraiser: a fireworks tent.
2 months ago
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Annette Campbell, KSL

American Heritage Museum opens at SCERA ahead of America250 celebrations

The SCERA Center for the Arts welcomes visitors to the Brent and Charlene Ashworth American Heritage Museum, showcasing centuries of American history.
2 months ago
View of the Iron Fire from across Utah Lake at Goose Point. Firefighters and other staff battling t...
Devin Oldroyd

Crews battling Eureka fire potentially exposed to lead, fire officials warn

Firefighters and other staff battling the Iron Fire in Juab County near Eureka may have been exposed to lead and other harmful substances while fighting the flames.
2 months ago
In honor of America's 250th birthday celebration, Krispy Kreme announced a promotion of BOGO $2.50 ...
Emma Neff, Deseret News

From barbecue to burgers, here are the best food deals for America’s 250th

To celebrate America 250, the nation's semiquincentennial, fast-food chains from coast to coast are rolling out a red, white and blue wave of freebies.
2 months ago
A judge issued a temporary restraining order allowing Ogden Valley officials to pursue a tax hike t...
Tim Vandenack, KSL

Weber County judge issues preliminary order allowing Ogden Valley to pursue 506% tax hike

Ogden Valley officials can pursue a property tax hike, at least for now, despite a tax commission determination to the contrary.
2 months ago