County jail claims responsibility for accidentally releasing federal inmate and key witness in local trial.
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1m Mar 16, 2017
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Lake Powell level could possibly rise 50 feet in 2017
The Bureau of Reclamation updated projections for the spring snow melt, showing a possible rise of nearly 50 feet for Lake Powell in 2017. That could mean high and dry parts of the lake could see water again for the first time in years. Photo credit: Dave Cawley, KSL
1m Mar 16, 2017
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SLC Police react to missionary fight
An LDS missionary in Brazil fought off some purported robbers. And while Salt Lake Police detective Robert Ungricht says it probably wasn't the wisest decision, he did give some good advice to make sure none of us get attacked in the future.(Photo: Eu era direita e não sabia. Facebook)
2m Mar 16, 2017
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Biologist recovering after bear tranquilizer dart accident
We're learning more about how an employee of the Division of Wildlife Resources hit himself with the dart. Officials say these kind of accidents are extremely rare, but it's something they train for.(Photo: Deseret News, file)
1m Mar 15, 2017
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Water watchers call Utah's water levels "fantastic"
As the temperatures get warmer, water managers have a delicate balance at state reservoirs
1m Mar 15, 2017
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Be careful when you take that hike
Who wouldn't want to get outside and possible go for a hike with weather this nice? But after yesterday's rescue of some hikers, you might want to take some precautions before you head outside.(Photo: Spenser Heaps/Deseret News)
2m Mar 15, 2017
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West Jordan will conduct its own investigation into an arrested officer
Officials with the West Jordan Police Department say they were stunned to hear about the aggravated kidnapping charges, and at the probable cause statement saying the officer was dealing with severe PTSD.
1m Mar 14, 2017
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Salt Lake County officials hear from the public about proposed homeless shelter sites
Tonight is the first of at least two open house meetings where people can learn about the five possible sites.Residents in South Salt Lake and West Valley say they have serious concerns.
1m Mar 14, 2017
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Salt Lake District Attorney rules officer-involved shooting as "unjustified"
The shooting was during a suspect chase last October. While the D.A.'s office ruled the shooting was unjustified, they also say they won't press any charges against the officer. Photo: Suspect shot in shoulder, Damian Scott Huth (Credit: Salt Lake County Jail)
1m Mar 14, 2017
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Dammeron Valley residents call for better cell phone service
Hundreds of people living in the community of Dammeron Valley north of St. George are tired of having terrible cell phone coverage. They say it's not only an inconvenience, it's a safety hazard. Image credit: Google Maps
2m Mar 14, 2017
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West Jordan family baffled why someone would shoot their dog
A grieving family wants to know why anyone would shoot their dog with a pellet gun, eventually killing it. They say their pet was well-known and well-liked around the neighborhood.
1m Mar 14, 2017
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What do black NBA players think of Salt Lake City?
The Undefeated's senior NBA writer Marc Spears tackles the topic of black players coming to Utah and thinks more black athletes need to give it a chance.(Photo: Kristen Murphy/Deseret News)
2m Mar 14, 2017
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No flood worries this week
The temperature outside is going up, but Utah's water watchers say we don't need to worry about flooding, at least this week.(Photo: Nicole Boliaux/Deseret News)
2m Mar 14, 2017
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Utah's Muslim community decries recent arrest
Members of the Medina Islamic Center in Salt Lake City are upset after one of their friends was arrested, along with his wife.But, immigration officials say the couple had been in the US for far longer than they were allowed.
1m Mar 11, 2017
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Reward for tortured cat surpasses $20K
Sage the cat didn't make it after someone broke his bones and tortured him with hot glue and calking. Now donors are stepping up donations to hopefully catch the person responsible.(Photo: China Rose)
3m Mar 11, 2017
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Panhandlers upset over pedestrian safety bill, community advocates praise it
The recently passed bill could make a major dent in panhandling, but, some homeless people in Utah say the bill will only hurt them.
1m Mar 11, 2017
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Body cam footage bill passes through Congress
A bill that could make it so the public could have quicker access to police body camera footage passes both chambers, with zero opposition.
1m Mar 10, 2017
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Saint George parents say stop signs not enough at one intersection
Some residents are growing more and more angry at what they call a dangerous intersection.Two children have been hit in the last four weeks.
1m Mar 10, 2017
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Cousins fined for swearing at Jazz fan
The NBA slapped New Orleans center DeMarcus Cousins with a $50,000 fine after a Jazz fan caught him cursing at her as he walked off the court. It was his second cursing incident in two days. KSL's Andy Larsen stops by to discuss the fine and if fans can also be punished for yelling at players.(Photo: Kristin Murphy/Deseret News)
3m Mar 10, 2017
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Bill to lower DUI limit in Utah passes Senate floor
Drew Steele and Dave Cawley's spoke with Derek Monson, with the Sutherland Institute, about why they spoke in favor of the bill.
8m Mar 09, 2017
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Bill eliminating vehicle safety inspections passes Senate
House Bill 265 would make it so Utahns would not have to get safety inspections for their personal vehicles.But, some senators say they believe inspections save lives.(Photo: Shutterstock)
1m Mar 09, 2017
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Sweeping changes to Utah's liquor laws
A bill that would let bars and restaurants take down the "Zion Curtain" passes through the Senate.There are some other changes that come with it.(Photo: Shutterstock)
1m Mar 09, 2017
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Jay's tips on how to prevent spying through devices.
Wikileaks revealed the government is stockpiling hacker tools to get into people's phones and computers. The host of the Jay Mac News Show stops by to give his opinion on the revelation and how to prevent people from spying on you.
3m Mar 09, 2017
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Former Utah Governor offered position as ambassador to Russia
Photo: Ravell Call, Deseret News
1m Mar 09, 2017
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Trooper hurt in roadside crash is expected to go home tonight.
KSL Newsradio's Brianna Bodily has the update
1m Mar 08, 2017
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One person Injured in Ogden house fire, crews say it started with an explosion
Ogden fire joins KSL Newsradio's Kent Bates for an update Picture: Ogden Fire Department
2m Mar 08, 2017
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SLC Council wants Outdoor Retailer Show back
The Salt Lake's City Council is considering a resolution to meet with the Outdoor Retail Show and ask them to consider saying in Salt Lake. And council member Charlie Luke says this is not a last ditch effort.(Photo: Laura Seitz/Deseret News)
3m Mar 08, 2017
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Lawmakers, Governor defend prison bill
Utah lawmakers and Governor Gary Herbert tried to explain why a bill was rushed through the legislature to provide another $100-million to the new prison. Herbert says it's not a price hike.(Photo: Jeffrey Allred/Deseret News)
2m Mar 08, 2017
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New bishop installed at Salt Lake Catholic Diocese
After waiting nearly two years, Utah's Catholic Community has a new spiritual leader.Utah's new bishop says he knows he has big shoes to fill.
1m Mar 08, 2017
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Gov. Herbert says he expected dissent on federal health care proposal
As Republicans propose their plan to replace the Affordable Care Act, some members of the party, like Utah Senator Mike Lee, say the proposed replacement is a step backward.Governor Gary Hebert says the discussion about the future of health care is far from over.
1m Mar 08, 2017
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Deadly crash near Moab saddens No. Utah family
Two teens were killed after they were ejected from a one car accident in San Juan County. Clark and Debbie Hill wish they would have used their seat belts. They share their sad story of how they lost their daughter in a similar accident.(Photo: San Juan County Sheriff's Office)
2m Mar 07, 2017
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Muslim community advocate gives her take on travel ban
Noor Ul-Hasan showed her displeasure on Jeff Caplan's afternoon news with President Trump's newest travel ban. Ul-Hasan wants to know why some countries are put on the list and takes issue with Senator Orrin Hatch's support of the ban.(Photo: Deseret News Archive)
6m Mar 07, 2017
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Union Middle School shooter takes plea deal
The teen accused of shooting another boy in the head, twice, will be sent to a secure juvenile facility. He says he feels remorse for what he's done.
1m Mar 06, 2017
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Weather watchers expect plenty of storms in the coming weeks
It may be nice now, but, officials with the National Weather Service say there are signs showing the rest of winter and spring will be wet.
1m Mar 06, 2017
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UDOT meets with Bryce Canyon NP, business leaders after landslide
The Utah Department of Transportation met with Garfield County businesses and Bryce Canyon National Park staff on Friday to discuss the landslide that's impacted state highway 12 near Mossy Cave. The slide undercut the road, making one lane unsafe for travel. Business leaders fear the artery that brings tourists into communities like Tropic, Boulder and Escalante will be cut. Image credit: Bry...
2m Mar 04, 2017
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Hiker found dead in Zion National Park
A park spokesperson says they believe the man may have fallen from the Angel's landing trail. Photo: Marisa Estivill, Shutterstock
1m Mar 04, 2017
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Lawmakers moving to make Utah Lake nice again
Do you remember that toxic algae at Utah Lake last year? Some Utah legislators sure do. Now one of them wants to get rid of the "yuck factor." The executive director of the Utah Lake Commission Eric Ellis joined KSL's Jeff Caplan about how the lake can be restored. (Photo: Jeffrey Allred/Deseret News)
2m Mar 04, 2017
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Greg Wrubell previews BYU in the WCC tourney
The Voice of the Cougars says it will be interesting to see if this inexperienced BYU basketball team will mature even more after their win over Gonzaga. And he says the Cougars should be able to handle the LMU if the Lions get realy physical.(Photo: Spenser Heaps/Deseret News)
3m Mar 04, 2017
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Law enforcement and prosecutors step up their efforts to take on gangs in Utah
Officers and officials with the US Attorney's Office are announcing a new initiative that they say will give prosecutors and cops more room to go after gang members.
1m Mar 04, 2017
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More flooding expected in Northern Utah
The National Weather Service is warning people in flood-soaked areas that more flooding is on the way this weekend. They say it's a problem that could happen again and again until June.
1m Mar 04, 2017
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Former Utah AG Mark Shurtleff praises not guilty verdicts for John Swallow
Former Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtleff became emotional when discussing the not guilty verdicts in the public corruption trial against the man who followed him in that office, John Swallow. Shurtleff spoke with KSL's Dave Cawley about how the investigation which at one point included himself has impacted his family. Image credit: Scott G. Winterton, Deseret News
9m Mar 03, 2017
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Former prosecutor reacts to not guilty verdicts for former Utah AG
Attorney Kent Morgan, a former prosecutor now in private practice, offers insight over word a jury returned not guilty verdicts in the public corruption trial against former Utah Attorney General John Swallow. Image credit: Laura Seitz, Deseret News
9m Mar 03, 2017
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Arches National Park begins extensive road construction project
Arches National Park closes Devil's Garden Campground for 2017 and prepares for major road rebuild. The project will include nighttime closures of the entire park once it begins on March 13. Photo credit: Dave Cawley, KSL
2m Mar 03, 2017
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Chaffetz goes after TSA administrator
Utah Congressman Jason Chaffetz grilled acting TSA Administrator Huban Gowadia about why the agency is slow at helping out in whistle blower investigations. And Chaffetz wasn't happy when she wanted to delay getting information to the House Oversight Committee.(Photo: Kristen Murphy/Deseret News)
1m Mar 03, 2017
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Hundreds of illegal gambling machines seized by the Utah AG's office
Investigators say there were roughly 160 businesses all over the state that were raided and one business may be behind a lot of those machines.
1m Mar 02, 2017
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Swallow case now in the hands of the jury
The jury is deliberating the corruption case against former Utah Attorney General John Swallow.Prosecutors say he took bribes and falsified documents. His defense attorneys say the state's case is unfounded.(Photo Credit: Scott Sommerdorf)
1m Mar 02, 2017
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UDOT chief talks rural roads, connected highways in Washington, D.C.
Utah Department of Transportation Executive Director Carlos Braceras addressed the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday. He described Utah's investment in fiber optics to connect roads and rural communities. He also urged lawmakers to streamline regulations and funding for road building.
2m Mar 02, 2017
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Holmoe says Big 12 snub didn't hurt the school financially
BYU AD Tom Holmoe's annual media session covered quite a few topics, but the Big 12's non-invitation to their conference was the biggest topic of all.(Photo: Jeffrey Allred/Deseret News)
2m Mar 02, 2017
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Get ready for YouTube TV
YouTube could give cable and satellite TV providers a run for their money. YouTube TV will offer 40 channels for $35 a month and a subscription is not required. Men's Health magazine tech expert Gregg Stebben joined Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News to talk about the new TV service.(Graphic: YouTube)
3m Mar 01, 2017
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Lehi business owners want to speed up construction on I-15
Some business owners say construction needs to start sooner than expected, and they hope a large bond can make that happen.
1m Feb 28, 2017
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