Lake Powell microburst injures 3; sinks powerboats, jet skis
A sudden, powerful downward gust of wind swamped or sank dozens of powerboats and jet skis Thursday at Lake Powell -- and severely injured at least three people. (pic: Coconino County Sheriff's Office)
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QB Tanner Mangum's status uncertain as BYU hosts No. 10 Wisconsin
Will Tanner Mangum be the starting quarterback, or will injuries defer the role to backup Beau Hoge? (pic by Spenser Heaps, Deseret News )
1m Sep 15, 2017
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Can Congress really tackle tax reform with 36-working days left?
Washington Politicians have very little time before the end of the year to hash out the most complicated tax codes in the world. Fox Business Anchor Adam Shapiro joined hosts Brian and Tim to find out if it's too late for any type tax reform.
3m Sep 15, 2017
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Police catch 'rock bandits' after LDS chapel vandalism
Neighborhoods around the Salt Lake Valley are picking up the pieces after the so-called “rock bandits” caused thousands of dollars in damage. More on the story: https://www.ksl.com/?sid=45808167&nid=148&title=police-catch-rock-bandits-after-lds-chapel-vandalism-around-salt-lake-county
1m Sep 15, 2017
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Utah GOP chairman fears blowback to end "Count My Vote" lawsuit
Utah’s Governor and Republican Party Chairman want to drop the lawsuit to stop SB54, citing too much money spent on it. More on the story: http://utahpolicy.com/index.php/features/today-at-utah-policy/14330-republicans-threaten-to-oust-anderson-as-utah-gop-chairman-if-he-drops-sb54-lawsuit
1m Sep 15, 2017
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Weather is cooling down in Utah
The temperatures plunge Friday, and some people are pretty happy we are now into fall.
1m Sep 14, 2017
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University of Utah reps watching how Berkeley handles protests
Police at the U-C Berkeley Campus are preparing for violence. And University of Utah officials are there, too. Conservative commentator Ben Shapiro is speaking tonight at the school, and will be at the U of U in two weeks. The controversial speaker draws extreme criticism from both sides of the political aisle. U of U spokesman Chris Nelson joined Brian and Tim to discuss preparations.
3m Sep 14, 2017
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Ben Shapiro coming to U of U after Berkeley speech causes protests
University of Utah representatives are in Berkeley Thursday to see how they handle Ben Shapiro's speech, ahead of his scheduled speech at the U of U on September 27th.
3m Sep 14, 2017
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Moving from pessimism to optimism in Rio Grande area
Operation Rio Grande has made believers out of business owners and the homeless in downtown Salt Lake. More on the story: https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865688728/35-candidates-appear-in-new-drug-court-formed-under-Operation-Rio-Grande.html
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Utah tourism nets $8.6 billion in 2016
Tourism in Utah has reached another peak, and it's measured in billions of dollars. The study: http://gardner.utah.edu/wp-content/uploads/TravelandTourismRepFinal.pdf
1m Sep 14, 2017
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U.S. Justice Department investigating USU
Utah State University is now under federal investigation on how it handled reports of sexual assault and harassment. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865688644/US-Justice-Department-investigating-USU.html
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LDS Church, 22 Utah senators back Colorado baker in Supreme Court case
A Colorado baker who refused service to a gay couple has more official support in an amicus brief before the Supreme Court. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865688650/LDS-Church-22-Utah-senators-back-Colorado-baker-in-Supreme-Court-case.html
1m Sep 13, 2017
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Two men denied baby via surrogate challenge Utah law
The Utah Supreme Court heard arguments from two gay men saying the law is discriminatory because it refers to a mother in regards to surrogacy.
1m Sep 13, 2017
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Apartment vacancy rates in Salt Lake area at all-time low
For the eighth straight year, vacancy rates for rental apartments in the Salt Lake metro area have declined — down to the lowest rates ever. But, the rising cost of apartment rents may squeeze affordability for many average local households.
1m Sep 13, 2017
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Utah man who survived Irma on St. John worries island isn't getting relief
More Utahns share their stories of escape from Hurricane Irma in Florida and the Caribbean. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865688586/Utah-man-who-survived-Irma-on-St-John-worries-island-isnt-getting-relief.html
1m Sep 12, 2017
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Ex-Congressman talks Hatch, White House staffing
Jason Chaffetz, as a guest host on KSL Newsradio, opens up on a number of topics.
1m Sep 12, 2017
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Weather roller coaster -- get ready for a cooldown in Utah
Hot Monday down to 68 Friday. The National Weather Service says a rainy, cold front is coming through.
1m Sep 12, 2017
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Roy High teacher on leave over quiz about sex, drugs
A Roy High School teacher is on paid leave after assigning students a questionnaire on their sexual history and drug use for a college-credit class on adult roles.(stock image)
1m Sep 12, 2017
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Utahns off to next disaster recovery zone
Utah is sending plenty of professionals to help Floridians recover from Hurricane Irma.
1m Sep 11, 2017
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Remembering 9/11 in Utah
September 11th, 2001 commemoration events are at various times throughout the day throughout Utah. Those include the Healing Field in Sandy.
1m Sep 11, 2017
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BYU and Utah face off Saturday night
The rivalry game could go either way, based on history, but the Utes appear to have the momentum.
2m Sep 08, 2017
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Hatch, Lee disagree on $15B disaster aid measure
Utah’s two U.S. Senators disagree on a bill that gives disaster relief to Hurricane Harvey victims and also increases the nation’s borrowing authority. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865688328/Hatch-Lee-disagree-on-15B-disaster-aid-measure-debt-limit-increase-passed-by-Senate.html
1m Sep 08, 2017
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Farmington family seeks help getting dad home following overseas cancer diagnosis
From dream vacation to total nightmare, a Farmington father is stuck in Italy with stage-four cancer. More on the story: https://www.ksl.com/?sid=45719679&nid=148&title=farmington-family-seeks-help-getting-dad-home-following-overseas-cancer-diagnosis
1m Sep 08, 2017
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Officials: 'No acceptable reason' for delay in placing officers on leave after nurse arrest
In a KSL exclusive, Salt Lake City’s Police Chief talks about how he could have better dealt with a detective who, on video, aggressively arrested a nurse. Full interview: https://www.ksl.com/?sid=45694328&nid=148
1m Sep 07, 2017
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Utah college presidents urge Congress for DACA replacement
They signed a letter urging Utah's congressional leaders to protect DACA recipients.
1m Sep 07, 2017
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Operation Rio Grande update in Salt Lake City
More details of the treatment phase coming; long-term road closure most likely happening.
1m Sep 07, 2017
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Uintah Fire now 70 percent contained
Six buildings, including five homes, and 619 acres have burned in the Uintah Fire, which has forced up to 900 people to evacuate.
1m Sep 06, 2017
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S.L. City Council frustrated with 'threats' from state over prison development
Salt Lake City Council members griped about what Councilwoman Lisa Adams called "the bully on the Hill."
1m Sep 06, 2017
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Officials: 'No acceptable reason' for delay in placing officers on leave after nurse arrest
The Salt Lake City Council read a statement apologizing to Nurse Alex Wubbels, and the police chief talked about the timeline after the incident.
1m Sep 06, 2017
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Power outages in UTCO
Tuesday morning saw 9k, then up to 18k, then back down to 9k customers without power, mostly in west of I-15 in Utah County.
1m Sep 05, 2017
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'Here to stay': Nearly 200 rally for deferred immigrant action program
Demonstrators at the Utah capitol tell President Trump to keep the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, fearing deportation without it. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865687946/Here-to-stay-Nearly-200-rally-for-deferred-action-program-for-immigrants.html
1m Sep 01, 2017
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Stewart: No reason for Trump to testify on emails
Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah) challenges Democrats who want President Trump to testify about newly discovered emails to Russia. More on the story: http://utahpolicy.com/index.php/features/today-at-utah-policy/14212-stewart-says-there-s-no-need-to-have-president-trump-testify-on-russia-emails
25s Sep 01, 2017
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LDS Church sends even more help to Texas
Trucks, supplies, volunteers, missionaries and more are in several Texas communities hit hard by Hurricane Harvey.
1m Sep 01, 2017
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Salt Lake theater wins 'Deadpool' case over law banning alcohol
A U.S. judge struck down a Utah law that landed a movie theater in trouble for serving alcohol during the racy superhero film "Deadpool."
1m Sep 01, 2017
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Utah season opener to test Pac-12 shorter games
The Pac-12 Conference is testing a program to improve the viewing experience for fans in stadium and on-air by taking steps to shorten the length of football games.
1m Aug 31, 2017
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New interest at Utah Legislature in eliminating sales tax on food
There was a surprising amount of interest Wednesday in eliminating sales taxes entirely from food purchases among members of the Legislature's Revenue and Taxation Interim Committee.
2m Aug 31, 2017
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Gov. Herbert: No executive action on Rio Grande Street
Governor Herbert won’t take executive action to shut down a troubled downtown Salt Lake street, but some lawmakers’ demands are getting louder.
25s Aug 31, 2017
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Utah man flees Harvey in midst of storm
A Salt Lake City man, working in Houston, recounts his reluctance to flee Hurricane Harvey as flood waters encircled him.
1m Aug 31, 2017
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Utah Task Force One members compare Harvey to Katrina
Some of the members of a specialized Utah search and rescue unit deployed to Houston, were also there in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. They say for now, their missions have been different. KSL Newsradio's Marc Giauque has more.
1m Aug 31, 2017
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Scientists turn to crowdfunding to continue research on Utah's own dinosaur
A paleontology team has turned to crowfunding to continue their research, after cuts stalled their project for several years. Gofundme site: https://www.gofundme.com/utahraptorPicture: courtesy of gofundme page
1m Aug 31, 2017
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Woman hit and killed on 600 South in Salt Lake City
The crash led to the closure of the I-15 major freeway off-ramp during rush hour.
1m Aug 30, 2017
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SSLPD: motorcyclist hits pedestrian then takes off
It's an auto-pedestrian hit and run crash that happened overnight Tuesday into Wednesday on 3300 South.
1m Aug 30, 2017
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Shelters grow in and around Houston, as some choose other options
Tens of thousands of people in and around Houston remain in shelters today, even as flood waters recede in some of the Harvey-devastated areas. Some people have taken shelter plans into their own hands. KSL Newsradio's Marc Giauque has more.
1m Aug 30, 2017
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Professionals, volunteers rush to call for help in Houston
In Houston, part of the professional rescue effort involves amphibious vehicles from a Marine Corps unit. Then there's the volunteer effort. KSL Newsradio's Marc Giauque caught up with a man who put together his own high water vehicle.
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Operation Rio Grande to cost $67 million over 2 years
The massive, multijurisdictional effort to clean up Salt Lake City's most infamous neighborhood is expected to cost $67 million over the next two years, until the Road Home's downtown shelter is slated to close in June 2019.
1m Aug 29, 2017
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Please give to help victims of Hurricane Harvey
Tens of thousands of victims of Hurricane Harvey need your help. You can give and be sure your charity goes straight to them. Donate at www.kslnewsradio.com.
1m Aug 29, 2017
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Shots fired at climbers in Little Cottonwood Canyon
Two groups of hikers came under fire. Unified Police are looking for suspects. More on the story: https://www.ksl.com/?sid=45598379&nid=148&title=shots-fired-at-climbers-in-little-cottonwood-canyon
25s Aug 29, 2017
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Dallas area set to receive more storm evacuees
As more volunteers and trained professionals move from Utah into storm ravaged southwest Texas, more people are moving out of those areas. KSL Newsradio's Marc Giauque has more form a shelter in Irving Texas
1m Aug 29, 2017
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Utah 3rd Congressional District candidate makes donation pledge
Democrat Kathie Allen held a press conference Thursday in Provo about PACs and corporations.
1m Aug 25, 2017
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Utah couple sues over teen's mugshot online
A 40 million dollar lawsuit says the 16 year old's mugshot should never have been posted.
1m Aug 25, 2017
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