SLC Olympics executive weighs chances for another Winter Games
Fraser Bullock does not believe Salt Lake City's chances will worsen, now that Los Angeles will host the 2028 Summer Olympics.
37s Aug 01, 2017
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BYU #1 stone cold sober school for 20 straight years
BYU says students ought to raise a glass of chocolate milk in celebration of being named the country's top university for non-alcohol drinkers.
54s Aug 01, 2017
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Search continues for missing American Fork man
Hundreds of people — friends, family members, police officers and other volunteers — continued searching the streets over the weekend for Paul Swenson, 30, of American Fork.
47s Jul 31, 2017
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Utah senators vote yes on "Skinny" Obamacare repeal
The measure was voted down late Thursday night.(picture tweeted by Senator Hatch's office)
34s Jul 28, 2017
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Utah teens go to surf camp to learn life lessons
Every summer, a growing group of teens drives from Utah and Arizona, to the beach in California, for surf camp. But surfing isn’t the most important part of the week. It’s what else happens while they are there that sticks with them for life.
2m Jul 28, 2017
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Are you pro-fowl or anti-chicken?
If you want to get elected to the Ogden City Council, you'll need to tackle the political hot-button issue of backyard chickens.
31s Jul 28, 2017
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College fall football camps begin
BYU began Thursday, the Utes begin Friday(Deseret News photo)
1m Jul 28, 2017
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Family finds their dog alive after paying for euthanasia
A family who paid to have their dog euthanized was surprised to see pictures of it alive and well on social media.
53s Jul 28, 2017
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West Jordan Police K-9's to get bullet-proof vests after donation from citizen
The same West Jordan woman who donated money for a new police K-9 after one passed away in 2014, has stepped up again. This time Alexandra Eframo gave 4,000 of her own dollars to the department to outfit their dogs in bullet-proof vests.
32s Jul 28, 2017
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Distraught 9-11 calls flood Weber County dispatch after plane crash
Dozens of people witnessed a small plane crash on I-15 which killed four Utahns early yesterday afternoon. And many others saw the smoke and flames at Riverdale Road exit of Ogden.
51s Jul 27, 2017
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Unaffiliated voters received a ballot they can't send in
The Utah County Clerk's office says Republican primary ballots were accidentally mailed to the wrong voters.
35s Jul 27, 2017
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US House passes home security funds measure
Utah Representative Mia Love proposed using public money for home security measures or upgrades after receiving threats.
36s Jul 27, 2017
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Salt Lake City assessing flood damage costs
The Public Utilities department calls Wednesday morning's storm a "200 year event."
1m Jul 27, 2017
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Experts worried about the financial "hole" the Outdoor Retailer show will leave in Utah
The Outdoor Retailer show is in full swing for one more weekend before they pack up and relocate to Denver, Colorado. As some Utahns enjoy the OR’s final days in our state, others are scrambling to find new conventions to fill the gap this show will leave. Picture: Kelsey Brunner, Deseret News
2m Jul 27, 2017
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Police find dead body in Pioneer Park
A second homicide in as many days in the same area of downtown Salt Lake City.
38s Jul 26, 2017
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Autistic teen taken down by a sheriff
A Duchesne County mother is suing the sheriff's department after her 13-year old autistic son was body slammed by a deputy.
38s Jul 26, 2017
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Storm floods Salt Lake City
One of the worst areas was near Smith's Ballpark
2m Jul 26, 2017
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We're in the money.... maybe
A healthy economy could mean a 130-million dollar surplus for Utah. But, not after the bills are paid.
38s Jul 26, 2017
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First battle launched in war on homelessness
Salt Lake City may not have a homeless Czar yet; but, it's got a war room.
28s Jul 25, 2017
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Teen faces charges in store vandalism
Several businesses are cleaning up after police say a teenager went on a destructive rampage in West Jordan this morning. The teen is under arrest at a local hospital getting treatment.
34s Jul 25, 2017
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St George house for sale flooded by vandals
A vacant home on the market is now heavily damaged by water. The homeowners say someone dragged in hoses and turned on every faucet.
54s Jul 25, 2017
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Hatch urges Senate to debate healthcare
Utah's senior senator says it's time to allow floor debate on repealing Obamacare.
42s Jul 25, 2017
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Parade watchers sleep overnight for best "Days of 47" spot
Utahns from all over have gathered to celebrate the 1847 arrival of the LDS Church pioneers in the Salt Lake Valley.
34s Jul 24, 2017
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"Longtime friend" promises appeal for recorder's retirement deal
He’s closer to retirement, but that doesn’t mean the fight is finished for the future of Salt Lake County’s embattled recorder. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865685245/County-family-reach-resignation-deal-for-Recorder-Gary-Ott.html
37s Jul 21, 2017
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Hatch, Lee exchange barbs over healthcare reform
Sen. Orrin Hatch accuses Sen. Mike Lee, both of Utah, of doing anything to prevent healthcare reform, which Lee denies. More on the story: http://www.politico.com/story/2017/07/21/mike-lee-hits-back-after-opposing-obamacare-repeal-240776
27s Jul 21, 2017
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Utah's Mike Lee critical of police asset seizure policy
Senator Lee is splitting from US Attorney General Jeff Sessions on the restored policy.(pic from Politico)
38s Jul 21, 2017
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Russian court rules against deportation of Mormon volunteers
Russian authorities violated the nation's constitution last year when they deported two LDS volunteers, formerly known as missionaries.(stock pic)
44s Jul 21, 2017
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Radio collars to GPS: Wildlife officials hope tech will give them an edge as Black Bear numbers rise
Deep in the mountains in Spanish Fork Canyon, a group of biologists trudged through snow, mud and thick brush. Several in the group were out of breath and grasping branches for support, as they climbed up and down the slick slopes around the draw, trying to find the winter den of a local bear.
2m Jul 21, 2017
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Praise, prayers for McCain after cancer diagnosis from Utah leaders
Utah leaders immediately offered encouragement and well wishes to Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) about his brain cancer diagnosis. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865685160/John-McCain-reportedly-diagnosed-with-a-brain-tumor.html
26s Jul 20, 2017
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Utah border town to open medicinal marijuana facility
In the near future, Utahns can make a quick jaunt about 120 miles west for medicinal marijuana, after West Wendover, Nev. approved a dispensary. More on the story: http://westwendovercity.com/Home/Components/News/News/195/15
28s Jul 20, 2017
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Former BYU basketball player's brush with death in Hawaii
Wasps stung Jake Shoff and he went into shock with his family watching.
55s Jul 20, 2017
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Trump to nominate Jon Huntsman Jr. as ambassador to Russia
President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he will nominate former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. as U.S. ambassador to Russia, ending months of speculation about the high-profile, high-stakes appointment.(Pic: Deseret News)
1m Jul 19, 2017
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Instructor says BYU-Idaho fired her for a Facebook post
A BYU-Idaho instructor says she posted her stance on homosexuality on a private Facebook page, which conflicts with LDS Church teaching, and that got her fired. More on the story:
26s Jul 19, 2017
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New nicotine pouch product concerning to Utah health officials
A new product is being sold in Utah that offers a different way to consume nicotine, and health advocates are concerned.
49s Jul 18, 2017
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Utah Lawmakers seek recommendations on eminent domain policy for charter schools
On Monday, the Administrative Rules Review Committee questioned what authority charter schools have to call on the state to seize property through eminent domain laws.
47s Jul 18, 2017
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Sen Lee says he can't support health bill, killing it for now
Republican Sens. Mike Lee and Jerry Moran announce opposition to health care bill.
1m Jul 18, 2017
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Herrod opposes special prosecutor investigating Russia-Trump ties
One Utah Congressional candidate wants to cut the investigation into Russian influence in last year’s presidential election. His opponents say, let it proceed. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865684996/Herrod-opposes-special-prosecutor-investigating-Russia-Trump-ties.html
27s Jul 18, 2017
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No special session to reconsider state's blood-alcohol law
Don’t expect state lawmakers to make any changes anytime soon to Utah’s upcoming, stringent 0.05 DUI law.
27s Jul 18, 2017
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Robbers quickly strike four convenience stores in Salt Lake Valley
Three men rob four convenience stores overnight in the Salt Lake Valley. Two of them are still on the loose.
36s Jul 17, 2017
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Curtis leading GOP pack in fundraising, Utah-based donors
Two of the three Republicans running for Utah’s third district congressional seat have raised more money outside of Utah than inside. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865684935/Curtis-leading-GOP-pack-in-fundraising-Utah-based-donors.html
29s Jul 17, 2017
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3 year old from Fillmore dies in hot car in Las Vegas
Las Vegas police say the Utah family was on vacation, and left the boy in the car Saturday afternoon.
48s Jul 17, 2017
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Utah no longer America's most fertile state
Women are not having children as young as they used to, which means the fertility rate has dropped in Utah.
43s Jul 17, 2017
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Last ride for Dinosaur's original Weed Warrior
An ecologist at Dinosaur National Monument who 22 years ago launched a volunteer effort to rid the banks of the Green and Yampa Rivers of invasive tamarisk plants is headed into retirement. KSL's Dave Cawley caught up with Tamara Naumann on her final Weed Warrior mission.
3m Jul 14, 2017
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Hiker falls 100 feet to his death
A Salt Lake City man hiking with a group slipped off of a rock face inside of Big Cottonwood Canyon.
32s Jul 14, 2017
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State leaders told gas tax on its way out
A Libertarian think tank told a legislative task force to come up with replacements for road repair revenues. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865684806/Task-force-warned-gas-tax-like--a-rock-star-playing-final-concert.html
29s Jul 14, 2017
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Chaffetz resignation costing counties $675k for special election
When former Rep. Jason Chaffetz resigned, he sent state officials scrambling to organize Utah's first congressional special election in 87 years — and now counties must cough up hundreds of thousands of dollars in unexpected costs to pay for it.
2m Jul 14, 2017
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Utah School Board member: $100m to replace Core
A warning that attempting to replace the Common Core Standards in Utah would cost $100 million.
43s Jul 14, 2017
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Utah’s largest airport isn’t concerned about the heat wave, even as other major airports in the west are forced to cancel flights
Last month American Airlines was forced to cancel dozens of flights in phoenix when it became too hot for small jets to take off. Now as Utah’s heat wave continues, the Salt Lake International Airport says each airline in Salt Lake City will also run through a list of protocols to make sure the airplane is safe to take off.
36s Jul 14, 2017
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Lee insists he's still "no" on future Senate healthcare bill
Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) discusses the Senate’s plans to overturn the Affordable Care Act, even though he hasn’t seen the latest bill for that.
38s Jul 13, 2017
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Layton Police arrest suspected stalker of girls
Three girls ran from a man in Layton whom police say had been stalking them. They arrested the suspect, but he’s already free on bail.
39s Jul 13, 2017
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