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Extending state flooding emergency, firearm restrictions, among topics for Utah special session
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At least 3 people killed and 2 officers wounded in a shooting in Farmington, New Mexico, police say
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Younger adults are becoming more susceptible to strokes
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Camping over Memorial Day Weekend? Plan ahead
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Young stroke victim survives with quick, lifesaving treatment in northern Utah
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Police: Teen killed by father in murder-suicide in SLC office building
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Outdoors + Recreation
Woman dies in hiking accident in Big Cottonwood Canyon
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Crime, Police + Courts
SLCPD investigating suspious death, seeks public's assistance
Utah News
1 dead, multiple passengers taken to hospital after car crash in Layton
The crash remained under investigation, and police had not yet determined a cause as of late Sunday. One woman died in the crash.
Man in critical condition after being rescued from Jordan River
Police issued a reminder of the dangerous state of the streams and rivers during the spring runoff after a man was rescued from Jordan River.
State Correctional Facility placed on temporary lockdown
The Utah State Correctional Facility was placed on temporary lockdown Saturday following a fight with several inmates.
Finding relief from life's challenges with President Camille Johnson
General Relief Society President Camille Johnson spoke to KSL about her Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ministry in Africa.
How, and why, a hobby can bring joy to your life
If it brings you pleasure, is meaningful, and you can do it regularly, you've got yourself a hobby! Here's why they can benefit us so much.
SLCPD investigating after two bodies found inside an office complex
Salt Lake City police are investigating the discovery of two bodies found Saturday inside an office complex near 3000 S. Highland Drive.
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Drought Tolerant Perennials for Utah
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How To Plan a Business Retreat in Bear Lake This Spring
Are you wondering how to plan a business retreat this spring? Read our sample itinerary to plan a team getaway to Bear Lake.
Hear it Firsthand: 6 Students Share Their Executive MBA Experience at BYU’s Marriott School of Business
The Executive MBA program at BYU offers great opportunities. Hear experiences straight from students enrolled in the program.
Looking for a New Winter Activity? Try Skijoring in Bear Lake
Skijoring is when someone on skis is pulled by a horse, dog, animal, or motor vehicle. The driver leads the skiers through an obstacle course over jumps, hoops, and gates.
Win a UTA pass, art supplies and gift cards in student art competition
For the second year, Utah Transit Authority (UTA) will be hosting “My BeUTAHful” art competition. From now until March 20, students k-12 may submit their original art following the theme "Imagine + Lead + Change".
Five Common Causes of Cervical Cancer – and What You Can Do to Lower Your Risk
January is National Cervical Cancer Awareness month and cancer experts at Intermountain Health are working to educate women about cervical cancer.
Health
How, and why, a hobby can bring joy to your life
If it brings you pleasure, is meaningful, and you can do it regularly, you've got yourself a hobby! Here's why they can benefit us so much.
Utah clinics winning the fight against overprescribed antibiotics
Intermountain Health and the University of Utah found that urgent-care facilities were more likely to prescribe antibiotics as a quick, easy solution.
Utah Food Bank aims to 'Stamp Out Hunger' this summer
The Utah Food Bank is joining forces with the Letter Carriers Union to collect non-perishable food items for those in need.
Mommy blogger Heather Armstrong, known as Dooce to fans, dead at 47
Armstrong had laid bare her struggles as a mother and her battles with depression and alcoholism on her site, Dooce.com, and on social media since 2001.
FDA finalizes new risk-based rules for blood donors, creating a path for more gay donors
Before the FDA revised its rules, all men who have sex with men faced lifetime bans on blood donation.
Combatting loneliness with AI? It may be a slippery slope
As AI technology continues getting more and more sophisticated, there's a concern that something like a chatbot could replace real social interaction.
KSLSports.com
Utah Softball Can’t Overcome 8-0 Second Inning By Oklahoma State
Utah softball's magical season comes to an end after falling into an 8-0 hole against Oklahoma State that they couldn't overcome.
Built Bar Pays BYU Players ‘Additional $600’ Over NIL Questions
Built Bar has resolved any questions surrounding the BYU football NIL questions.
Utah Jazz Post Combine 2023 NBA Mock Draft Roundup
The Utah Jazz will be selecting ninth overall in the 2023 NBA draft, but the player they’ll select varies widely with each mock draft.
Utah Softball ‘Freezing A Moment’ Together At World Series
It's been 29 years since Utah softball made it to the World Series and their first game didn't go the way they wanted.
Denver Nuggets Perfect The Drama-Free Path To Their Spot On NBA’s Big Stage
The Denver Nuggets don't bicker with each other. It's been years since they fired a coach. Their best highlights often are superb skip passes.
Utah Falls To Washington, Will Play Elimination Game Same Day
The Utes fell to Washington in their first game of the World Series and now will play an elimination game the same day against Oklahoma State.
KSL in Your Community
Amid 'tension' in Alpine School District, board votes to study potential district reconfiguration
Alpine School District's board of education has voted unanimously to begin a study into reconfiguring the biggest district in the Beehive State.
Student found with unloaded gun at Tooele Junior High
Tooele Police said a resource officer learned about the gun from an administrator, who heard from a teacher, who heard from a student.
$300,000 cleanup getting property back to raising money for public schools
The School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration has to clear decades worth of bullets and rifle pellets from a former Boy Scouts camp.
Parents file lawsuit against Alpine School District over potential closure of 5 elementary schools
The suit comes less than a month after the same group of parents threatened to bring legal action against the Alpine School district.
What teachers want during Teacher Appreciation week — R.E.S.P.E.C.T.
Teachers and parents alike work tirelessly to educate and raise kids. Here's what one organization says about appreciating your teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week.
State School Board restores climate change science standard by 1 vote
The majority of the Utah State Board of Education members ended up rejecting a recommendation that would remove climate change language from the state's science standards.
Education + Schools
Parents file lawsuit against Alpine School District over potential closure of 5 elementary schools
The suit comes less than a month after the same group of parents threatened to bring legal action against the Alpine School district.
U of U commencement speaker: Take a chance on yourself
Keynote speaker at the University of Utah commencement ceremony Tim Shriver told graduates to take a chance. He also urged them to ignore the noise and tune in to the best of themselves.
Changing to student-centered learning in Utah schools
Education officials say student-centered learning helps those who struggle with the traditional model but can also help accelerated students.
Literacy consultant: Phonics is winning the reading wars
A literacy expert says using the science of reading to teach reading has changed the game in the Jordan School District.
Utah high school teacher is also arm-wrestling champ
A Mountain Ridge High School math and special ed teacher is also an arm wrestler. She discusses her journey from beginner to world champion.
Navigating diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives on college campuses
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives across Utah are meant to create an equitable playing field, but some say we're doing it wrong.
National News
1 dead, multiple passengers taken to hospital after car crash in Layton
The crash remained under investigation, and police had not yet determined a cause as of late Sunday. One woman died in the crash.
Man in critical condition after being rescued from Jordan River
Police issued a reminder of the dangerous state of the streams and rivers during the spring runoff after a man was rescued from Jordan River.
End of Title 42 policy brings fewer migrants than expected
Southern border communities report fewer migrants, but concerns remain about overcrowded processing and detention facilities.
State Correctional Facility placed on temporary lockdown
The Utah State Correctional Facility was placed on temporary lockdown Saturday following a fight with several inmates.
Finding relief from life's challenges with President Camille Johnson
General Relief Society President Camille Johnson spoke to KSL about her Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ministry in Africa.
How, and why, a hobby can bring joy to your life
If it brings you pleasure, is meaningful, and you can do it regularly, you've got yourself a hobby! Here's why they can benefit us so much.