Utah Representative not satisfied with sanctions against Russia
Yesterday President Obama introduced sanctions against Russia, after allegations the country used cyber hacking to influence the Presidential eleciton. Now Utah Representative Chris Stewart is saying those sanctions are too little, too late. Picture courtesy: Stewart campaign
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Are you ready for the Leap Second?
We just experienced a Leap Year, but did you also know we also have a leap second this year? Utah NASA ambassador Patrick Wiggins says, as you can imagine, it won't last long.(Photo: Deseret News/File)
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Family of victim in murder-suicide say the motive was divorce
Family members of a woman killed in a murder-suicide at the University of Utah believe they know why she was targeted by her husband.(Photo Credit: Laura Seitz, Deseret News)
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State lawmaker to propose lowering Utah's blood alcohol content limit
One state representative is drafting a bill that would restrict how much a person could drink before getting behind the wheel.
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Former BYU Cougar reflects on the influence of LaVell Edwards
Wide receiver Glen Kozlowski, a member of BYU's 1984 national championship team who went on to play professionally in the NFL, shared his thoughts on the life and legacy of former Cougars head coach LaVell Edwards after his death. Kozlowski spoke with KSL's Jeff Caplan. Photo credit: Chuck Wing, Deseret News
4m Dec 30, 2016
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Bears Ears designation puts one state agency in a tricky situation
Officials with the Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration say 109 thousand acres of land they use to generate revenue for public schools is now in the national monument's footprint.Now, they're trying to make sure they get equal value or better for the land they're losing.(Photo Credit: Scott G Winterton, Deseret News)
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BYU coach Kalani Sitake reflects on Lavell Edwards influence
The head coach of the Cougars reflects back on his last conversation with Edwards, what he was like on the sideline during a game and his lasting memory of the legendary football coach. (Photo: Scott Winterton/Deseret News)
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Fans and friends look back fondly on Lavell Edwards
People who worked with the legendary BYU coach say Edwards revolutionized college football as we know it.(Photo Credit: Gary McKellar, Deseret News, 1991)
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Where is Bears Ears National Monument?
KSL Newsradio Executive Producer Dave Cawley explains the location and surroundings of the new Bears Ears National Monument declared by President Obama.
4m Dec 29, 2016
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Some decry, others praise new Bears Ears Monument designation
President Obama has announced he'll set aside over a million acres of land in San Juan County as the newest national monument in Utah.Tribal leaders love the designation, while some elected officials say they'll fight it.(Photo Credit: Scott G Winterton, Deseret News, file)
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Some Utahn's celebrating Bears Ears Nat. Monument designation
Native Americans, tribes and others couldn't be happier with President Obama's designation. Utah Dine Bikeyah executive director Gavin Noyes joined Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News and says he's worked with many Native Americans who have said they've never had a voice when working with members of Utah's congressional delegation.(Photo: Kristen Murphy/Deseret News)
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Governor Herbert calls Bears Ears designation "disturbing"
Governor Gary Herbert joins many other elected officials in Utah in saying President Obama's decision to designate 1.35 million acres in San Juan County is an abuse of the Antiquities Act.Here's a portion of the governor's press conference.(Photo Credit: Scott G Winterton, Deseret News, file)
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Utah's New Monument - Special hour of coverage on Bears Ears National Monument
KSL Newsradio's Jeff Caplan and Doug Wright devote an entire hour commercial-free to President Obama's designation of the new Bears Ears National Monument in San Juan County, Utah. Guests include Utah Gov. Gary Herbert, Reps. Rob Bishop and Jason Chaffetz, Friends of Cedar Mesa President Josh Ewing, Utah state Rep. Joel Briscoe and Sutherland Institute President Boyd Matheson. Image credit: Da...
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Lee not happy with Bears Ears National Monument Designation
Utah Senator Mike Lee joined KSL's Jeff Caplan and Doug Wright to voice his displeasure on the new monument that will take up over 1.3 million acres of land.(Photo: Brianna Bodily/KSL Newsradio)
7m Dec 28, 2016
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Forest rangers urge travelers to use more than a GPS when planning winter road trips
This weekend a Pennsylvania family was rescued after spending several days stuck in the snow on a back road near the Grand Canyon. Now rangers are pushing the need to check park websites, and call local authorities before headed out on Utah back roads.
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Japan's PM joins President Obama at Pearl Harbor Memorial
It's the first time a Prime Minister from Japan has made a trip to the memorial after Shinzo Abe's country attacked the US back in 1941. And although he did not apologize for the attack, Abe did offer his condolences. Mister Obama also said today's historic visit was due to the power of reconciliation. (Photo: whitehouse.gov)
2m Dec 28, 2016
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Poll: Utahns support deporting undocumented immigrants with criminal records
A new poll shows most people in the state support Donald Trump's campaign promise to deport undocumented immigrants who have records. But, some advocates wonder if there will be any change from what's happening now.(Photo Credit: Shutterstock)
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Police investigate body found near Sandy Police headquarters
Investigators are trying to find out what led to the death of a man whose body was found in a car not for from a police station.
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DNR pitches plan to close 200 abandoned mines in Tooele County
The Utah Division of Oil, Gas and Mining hopes to close 200 open mines in western Tooele County, continuing a long-running public safety effort. Program leaders say mine shafts and adits prove tempting to explorers, but are extremely dangerous. The 2017 effort would focus on the Clifton Hills area. Image credit: Alex Cabrero, KSL
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Pennsylvania woman rescued from north rim of Grand Canyon recounts survival story
A mother who walked 26 miles in search of help after her family's rental car became stuck on a Forest Service road in northern Arizona continues her recovery at Dixie Regional Medical Center in St. George. The sheriff of Kane County, Utah found Karen Klein in a guard shack early the morning of Christmas Eve. Image courtesy: Coconino County Sheriff's Office
4m Dec 27, 2016
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Be careful going into Utah's back country
You may want to hit the snow covered mountains the next couple of days to take advantage of the new powder. But avalanche experts say people need to careful heading out to do any back country activities.(Photo: Nick Wagner/Deseret News)
2m Dec 27, 2016
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Bad weather interferes in search for alleged shooter
Investigators in American Fork say they need the public's help in finding a man accused of shooting his estranged wife over the weekend.
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Police arrest Magna man after long, high-speed chase
A man who was wanted for theft and burglary was taken into custody after he took police on a chase that lasted for nearly 35 miles.
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Storm's snowfall amount surprises many
A lot of people have been spending part of their Monday cleaning up form a surprising amount of snowfall. KSL Newsradio's Marc Giauque has more.
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Get ready for a white Christmas
It's snowing along the Wasatch Front Friday night. But KSL meteorologist Kevin Eubank says even bigger storms are coming this weekend.(Photo: Scott Winterton/Deseret News)
2m Dec 24, 2016
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Gunnison's Police Chief receives plenty of support in his cancer fight
Several central Utah communities step-up to help Chief Trent Halliday right before Christmas. He was diagnosed with stage four melanoma just four weeks ago. (audio/photo: Sam Penrod/KSL)
2m Dec 24, 2016
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LDS Church receives mixed response to Mormon Tabernacle Choir accepting inauguration invite
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says it has received a mixed response over the Mormon Tabernacle Choir's decision to participate in President-Elect Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony in January. Some critics say it sends the wrong message about the faith's values. Photo credit: Hans Koepsell, Deseret News
3m Dec 23, 2016
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Iron County cop and California mom join forces to mount an international offense against dangerous "choking game"
Several years ago a dangerous teenage trend called the "choking game" ended the lives of four Iron County teens. Since then a police officer, a school district official and a victim's mother have been leading the charge to educate student across the world about the dangers of choking yourself. KSL Newsradio's Brianna Bodily has the story. Picture: file photo from KSL 5 TV
2m Dec 23, 2016
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Unified Police searching for man missing 12 days
A Holladay man was last seen with his dog in Millcreek Canyon.The dog was found, but the man hasn't and police say he was not properly dressed for bitter cold.
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UHP warns drivers to slow down on the roads this weekend after a trooper's car was hit today
Utah Highway Patrol is sending extra troopers out to help with freeway crashes this weekend. As you see red and blue lights flashing this weekend on the side of the road, troopers are asking that you slow down and be extra careful passing them. Pic: @ColonelRapich
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Water watchers are optimistic about Utah's snowpack
Officials with the National Weather Service say the snowpack levels are better than in recent years, and they have reasons to believe the state will see a good amount of snow later in the season.(Photo Credit: Mary Light)
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Missing man recounts survival story after safe return from Idaho
Paul Meiling arrived home in West Jordan after spending two days stranded in rural Idaho. His truck high-centered in a back road and he stayed warm by starting two fires, accidentally burning down a small structure. His family had reported him missing, but he was able to eventually hike to an area with cell phone reception. Image credit: Nick Wagner, Deseret News
2m Dec 21, 2016
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USU researcher finds local weather can sway belief in climate change
A study co-authored by Utah State University's Peter Howe found people are sometimes swayed in their acceptance of climate change by local weather. National Weather Service hydrologist Brian McInerney says it's important that people not confuse short-term weather with long-term climate trends. Image credit: Scott G. Winterton, Deseret News
2m Dec 21, 2016
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Layton man booked for murder
Investigators say one man killed his roommate after a drunken fight that turned into a deadly shooting.
36s Dec 21, 2016
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Determined thieves go to great lengths to steal camera lenses
A camera store owner is hoping the public can help him find out who stole thousands of dollars worth of camera lenses from his shop.
35s Dec 20, 2016
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Utahns join volunteer fight against ISIS in Syria
A handful of Utahns have traveled to Syria, answering a call by groups like the Kurdish YPG. KSL Newsradio's Marc Giauque has their story.
4m Dec 20, 2016
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Santa comes early to home of fallen UHP trooper Eric Ellsworth
Donors from police agencies across the country provided Christmas gifts to benefit the family of fallen Utah Highway Patrol trooper Eric Ellsworth. The widow of another fallen officer, Nannette Wride, teamed with Santa Claus to deliver the presents on Monday. Photo credit: Mike Anderson, KSL
2m Dec 20, 2016
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Two separate rallies for and against a potential Bears Ears Monument
Two opposing rallies converg.ed into the same room at the Utah State Capitol. Both sides say the area needs to be protected, but, they disagree on how it should happen
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Despite protests, Utah's electors cast votes for Trump
Over 100 protesters were hoping to convince the state's electors to change their votes, to no avail.Electors say they were bound by state law to cast their ballot for the President Elect.
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Will President-elect Trump ever come to Utah?
Donald Trump has canceled his "Thank-you" tour for now, but "Trump for Utah" organizer Ronald Fox believes the President-elect will eventually make it to Utah. (Photo: Deseret News Archive)"TRUMP FOR UTAH" ORGANIZER RONALD FOX
2m Dec 20, 2016
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Utah avalanche danger high after wet, windy winter storm
A storm bringing strong winds and wet snow to the mountains of Utah have the Utah Avalanche Center warning of dangerous conditions heading into the weekend. Risk climbed to high on Friday for backcountry areas from Logan to Moab. Picture credit: Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News
2m Dec 17, 2016
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Snow and rain cause big traffic problems
Drivers in Summit, Weber and Davis Counties had to deal with big headaches because of the storms.The weather even made it harder for some kids to get home from school.(Photo Credit: Heidi Franke)
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Crazy weather will hit Utah over the next 24 hours
Rain, snow and winds up to 90 miles an hour- it's all expected to hit on Friday. Picture: file photo
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Utah governor, representatives vow to undo possible new national monument
Utah Governor Gary Herbert used his monthly news conference to stage an attack on the possible naming of a new national monument in Utah during the closing days of the Obama administration. Rep. Rob Bishop says he'd defund and undo any new monument, dealing damage to President Obama's public lands legacy. Photo credit: Ravell Call, Deseret News
2m Dec 16, 2016
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Utah National Guard soldier given high honors
Governor Gary Herbert gives the Utah Cross to a soldier for his role in helping a Manila man whose house was burning.(Photo Credit: Ravell Call, Deseret News)
36s Dec 15, 2016
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Construction worker injured in a dangerous fall
One man had to be rushed to the hospital after scaffolding collapsed at the Gateway Mall.
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Widow of former Rep. Bill Orton explains why she supports Bears Ears designation
Utah Rep. Jason Chaffetz says the Obama Administration has "gone dark" in discussions over a possible new national monument in San Juan County. The widow of former Rep. Bill Orton says her husband lost his seat after President Clinton named the controversial Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, but she still supports a proposed Bears Ears National Monument. Image credit: Scott G. Winte...
2m Dec 15, 2016
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One business may push back against Salt Lake's homeless centers
Workers at a Salt Lake City daycare is scrambling to learn what's going to happen to them after their building was announced as a site for a future center.
36s Dec 15, 2016
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Salt Lake Police officers get a body armor upgrade
The department is giving hundreds of officers stronger armor to protect them from high powered weapons.
36s Dec 15, 2016
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Jeff asks what the increase in intrest rates means.
Jeff Caplan asks the New Millennium Group's Derek Overstreet what the Fed's decision to raise interest rate means for the average person. Photo Credit: New Millennium Group
2m Dec 15, 2016
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