Busy Utah wildfire season hits volunteer firefighters hard
A run of brush fires in rural Utah have not only brought federal incident management teams to the state, but also kept volunteer fire crews extremely busy. In places like Box Elder County, the firefighters are working long hours for very little compensation. Photo credit: Alex Cabrero, KSL
1m Jul 06, 2017
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Amazon expected to bring more than 1500 jobs to Utah
Amazon is slated to move into Utah in the next year and Salt Lake City said they expect the online giant to bring at least 1500 jobs with them.
1m Jul 06, 2017
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NWS shows off heat danger tool
Record-setting temperatures in Salt Lake City have the National Weather Service showing off a new tool capable of mapping risk from heat. KSL Newsradio's Jeff Caplan discussed the web app with NWS forecaster Monica Traphagan.
3m Jul 06, 2017
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Park City man accused of beating girlfriend over three day period
The Summit County man is now facing potential charges of aggravated assault and aggravated kidnapping after a camping trip turned into the victim being held against her will.
37s Jul 06, 2017
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Person of interest in fatal hit and run caught
Investigators say the woman seen leaving the scene of a crash that killed another woman in Salt Lake City has been found and will go back to prison on a parole violation.(Photo Credit: salt Lake City Police Department)
37s Jul 06, 2017
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Historic mine buildings in Park City hit with graffiti
Police in Park City are hoping tips will lead them to the people responsible for vandalism at a series of historic mine buildings in Empire Canyon. The damage at the Alliance and Judge Mine sites has history buffs hoping to send a message about the importance of preservation.Image credit: Park City
2m Jul 04, 2017
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Wild potatoes have long history in Utah
They don't look anything like the potatoes you would buy at the store or serve up in your salad for Independence Day, but archaeologists from the Natural History Museum of Utah have found small pieces of starch on stone tools near Escalante. The finding reveals a much longer history of wild potato use in North America than previously known.Photo courtesy: Natural History Museum of Utah
2m Jul 04, 2017
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Elissa Wall one step closer to multi-million dollar FLDS settlement
The former child bride in the FLDS Church makes an appearance in court, while the judge needs more time to decide what settlement she's entitled to.
35s Jul 04, 2017
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Thousands expected to hit water parks during extremely busy season
The heat and the Fourth of July holiday have water park managers bracing for a flood of customers.
37s Jul 04, 2017
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Hayward wait continues
The Utah Jazz made their pitch to free agent forward Gordon Hayward in San Diego today with management and players in attendance. And KSL's Andy Larsen says new point guard Ricky Rubio made it all the way from Europe to ask Hayward to rejoin the team.(Photo: Spenser Heaps/Deseret News)
3m Jul 03, 2017
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Utah Jazz trade for Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio
The Utah Jazz made a late trade ahead of NBA free agency, giving up a 2018 first-round draft pick to bring Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Ricky Rubio to Salt Lake City. KSL's Tim Hughes spoke with Jazz beat writer Andy Larsen about the trade. Image credit: Ravell Call, Deseret News
3m Jul 01, 2017
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The new "face" of the Independence Day flyover
Hill Air Force Base is making an upgrade to the jets they're sending to fly over Fourth of July holiday events.
35s Jun 30, 2017
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UHP adding more troopers through Fourth of July
The Utah Highway Patrol will be cracking down on impaired drivers from now until Independence Day. Officials say many Utahns will have Monday off, and will use that as another day to drink.
36s Jun 30, 2017
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Crews preparing Brian Head for residents' return
Work is being done to get the town of Brian Head ready for community members to go back home.
37s Jun 30, 2017
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Experts working on safety zones for wild land firefighters
A PHD candidate from the University of Utah is using mapping technology to try and help firefighters find safe place just in case the blaze starts heading for them.(Photo: Brandon Whitworth/Deseret News)
3m Jun 30, 2017
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U.S. Attorney for Utah backs bill to keep violent criminals from returning to the U.S.
John Huber was back in Washington, D.C. promoting "Kate's Law" and another bill that would strip sanctuary cities of funding. ABC's Kenneth Moton gives an update on the passage of the bills.(Photo: Scott G Winterton/Deseret News)
3m Jun 30, 2017
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Don't go swimming in Provo Bay
If you plan on boating in Utah Lake this weekend, you'll probably want to stay out of the water in Provo Bay due to a potentially toxic algae bloom. Ben Holcomb of the Utah Division of Water Quality says it's bad news if the bloom has begun this early.(Photo: Hans Koepsell/Deseret News)
3m Jun 29, 2017
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Teens booked for setting fire to well-known South Jordan tree
City leaders say the tree is expected to survive, but, they also want to clear up confusion about the history of this tree.
35s Jun 29, 2017
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UDOT warns people where the construction projects will be for the Fourth of July
Officials hope traffic won't be as bad this year as it has been in years past.
37s Jun 29, 2017
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911 calls released in Brian Head wildfire
People didn't hesitate to call 911 when when they saw the first flames of the Brian Head blaze. But at least one guy called dispatchers to report on the guy who started the fire.(Photo: Forest Service)
2m Jun 28, 2017
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Jazz rookies arrive in their new home
Donovan Mitchell, Tony Bradley and Nigel Williams-Goss met the media today before getting down to business with the Jazz Summer League team.(Photo: Deseret News)
2m Jun 28, 2017
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Officers threaten to quit after Ephraim City announces it will reinstate police chief
More than half of the Ephraim police department is threatening to resign after the city announced they plan to reinstate the police chief.
53s Jun 28, 2017
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Teens blamed for brush fire near Saratoga Springs will face charges
The Utah County Sheriff's Office says two boys, ages 14 and 16, who sparked a fire with a ground flower firework will face charges in juvenile court. The fire burned only four acres, but cost roughly $12,000 to suppress.
3m Jun 28, 2017
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Utahns protest potential health care bill
Republicans don't have enough votes to pass new health care legislation. That didn't stop some Utahns from protesting the current bill that could be changed in the future.(Photo: Ravell Call/Deseret News)
2m Jun 28, 2017
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Brian Head still hopes to see tourists this summer
The Brian Head Fire continues to rage, but the town is still intact. Now residents hope that people who like to vacation in the area will still come.(Photo: Stuart Johnson/Deseret News)
2m Jun 27, 2017
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Tooele County teen's discovery could have huge impact on future wildfires
A junior high school student in Tooele County is being praised by the state for his discovery, which could lead to quicker and cleaner ways to fight fires.
37s Jun 27, 2017
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Red Flag Warning issued for area surrounding Brian Head fire
Meteorologists say weather conditions will be working against fire crews knocking back the blaze that has already charred roughly 50 thousand acres.
34s Jun 27, 2017
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Estranged husband of SLC restaurateur pleads guilty to his murder
The estranged husband of well known restaurant owner John Williams pleaded guilty to murder and arson this morning. KSL Newsradio's Marc Giauque has the story
36s Jun 27, 2017
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People lighting off fireworks too early, frustrating fire fighters
They're available for sale, but, fireworks aren't legal to ignite , yet. That's not stopping people from all over the Wasatch Front from setting them off.
37s Jun 27, 2017
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Toddler dies in hot vehicle in southern Utah
A family vacation in St. George turns tragic after a two-year-old was accidentally left in a van over the weekend.
36s Jun 27, 2017
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KSL producer almost causes airport nightmare
It was just a bottle of water in a bag. But KSL's Tania Mashburn says her mistake almost caused flights to be cancelled. (Photo: Deseret News Archives)
2m Jun 26, 2017
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War of words over Brian Head wildfire
State representative Mike Noel says environmental groups are to blame for the spread of the massive wildfire in southern Utah. Noel claims the groups stopped the state from felling trees that were killed by a bark beetle infestation and those same trees have caught fire quickly. But Steve Bloch with the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance believes that Noel is just trying to find a scapegoat.(Pho...
4m Jun 26, 2017
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Lehi woman injured by fireworks warns people to be safe
Today is the first day people can buy fireworks for their Fourth of July celebrations. But, one woman, who was blinded in one eye, says it's best to leave the fireworks to professionals.
37s Jun 24, 2017
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Park City cuts ribbon on new electric bus fleet
The new fleet, dubbed the Electric Xpress, is the city's latest effort to keep the air clean and to ease traffic.
37s Jun 24, 2017
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Bad air expected this weekend
As the Brian Head fire continues to grow, the air is getting much worse for southern Utahns and also those living in the North.(Photo: Stuart Johnson/Deseret News)
3m Jun 24, 2017
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ABC's Arlette Saenz helps explain GOP health care bill
142 pages. That's the size of the Republican health care bill. ABC News reporter Arlette Saenz has taken a look at it and helps listeners with some of the basics.(Photo: ABC News)
3m Jun 23, 2017
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Boy injured in Sandy shooting meets his favorite team
It was an extremely special day for Myles Rackley, who was greeted by the entire Real Salt Lake roster.
37s Jun 22, 2017
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State officials increase fire restrictions
The weather forecasts and dry conditions in northern Utah have fire officials tightening restrictions along the Wasatch Front.The restrictions include activities like welding, smoking and driving certain vehicles.(Photo Credit: Brandon Whitworth, Deseret News)
36s Jun 22, 2017
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Man charged with raping teen he met at a homeless shelter
Salt Lake County prosecutors say the man raped the girl and used her to distribute drugs.
37s Jun 22, 2017
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Too hot? SLCO says stop into a cool zone
Salt Lake County Aging and Adult Services have adopted places for seniors to get out of the heat if they need some relief or don't have air conditioning in their home. But Afton January says anyone can stop by the cool zones to beat the heat.(Graphic: Salt Lake County)
3m Jun 22, 2017
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UDOT hopes public can help them find where roads are buckling
The sweltering is causing problems on some roads along the Wasatch Front, and UDOT officials say their app can help people report where these problems are.
32s Jun 21, 2017
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Law enforcement search for Utah man connected to triple homicide in Idaho
Deputies are searching for a Utah man who may be able to shed some light on the death of three women found on his property in Idaho.
44s Jun 21, 2017
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Rackley shooting may spark changes at Sandy Police Department
The killing of a Sandy woman and her six year old son may lead to changes in how the police department handles domestic violence cases.
36s Jun 21, 2017
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Police describe what led up to Riverton shooting
Witnesses say a very loud argument and a physical fight between two men led to one of them being shot in the face.
36s Jun 21, 2017
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Get ready for fire restrictions
New fire restrictions are in place in southern Utah as the Brian Head wildfire continues to rage on. And with small brush and wildfires starting all across the Wasatch Front, Mike Mellor with the state's Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands says expect restrictions to hit northern Utah soon.(Photo: Stuart Johnson/Deseret News)
3m Jun 20, 2017
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Governor Herbert visits Brian Head fire as crews continue to battle the flames
Fresh off his tour of the fire, Governor Herbert told reporters the 1.5 mile long blaze was started when someone tried to burn their weeds with a blow torch. Photo: Stuart Johnson, Deseret News
57s Jun 20, 2017
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Former Georgia police officer charged with drug possession in Utah
Court documents show he was transporting hundreds of pounds of marijuana through the state.Even while being caught, he reportedly told officers that it was worth the risk.
35s Jun 20, 2017
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The heat is on in Utah
Southern Utah could see record breaking temperatures over the next few days and triple digits along the Wasatch Front. But KSL Meteorologist says it won't last long.(Photo: Deseret News)
3m Jun 20, 2017
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Lehi man thankful he wasn't hurt by aggressive mountain goat
A man climbing near Mt. Timpanogos has a frightening experience with a mountain goat, and posted the whole thing on YouTube. Link to the video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mq2DHVgmV70
34s Jun 19, 2017
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Potentially dangerous heat headed for Utah
Washington County search and rescuers expect to be very busy with triple-digit temperatures in the forecast. The heat will make preparation critical for people who plan to hike or play outdoors next week. Image credit: National Weather Service
2m Jun 17, 2017
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