Northern Utah population counts surge due, in part, to open land

CDC warns of multi-state salmonella outbreak linked to backyard poultry, including Utah

Reuters  |  Posted May 24 - 7:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Thursday that public health officials are investigating multi-state outbreaks of salmonella linked to contact with backyard poultry.

US forecasters see large number of major hurricanes in 2024

Erwin Seba, Reuters  |  Posted May 24 - 6:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. government forecasters said on Thursday up to seven major hurricanes may form in an "extraordinary" 2024 Atlantic hurricane season beginning June 1.

Pesticide sprayed via drone in Millcreek, Parley's canyons to kill invasive weed

Lindsay Aerts, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 23 - 10:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Division of Wildlife Resources recently sprayed pesticides in the foothills of Millcreek and Parley's canyons to try to kill myrtle spurge, a nonnative invasive species of weed, worrying residents and one environmental advocacy group.

Trump claims of FBI threat 'extremely dangerous,' US attorney general says

Andrew Goudsward, Reuters  |  Updated May 23 - 10:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland on Thursday called former president Donald Trump's claims that the FBI was authorized to shoot him during its 2022 search of his Florida club "false" and "extremely dangerous."

Mexican Consulate to help families of deceased after crash that killed 6 in Idaho Falls

Kaitlyn Hart, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted May 23 - 9:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mexican Consulate in Boise has announced it will be assisting the families of the deceased after a two-vehicle fatal crash last weekend in Idaho.

Duck Creek Campground receives $2.1M for renovations. Some areas will be closed

Alysha Lundgren, St. George News  |  Posted May 23 - 9:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Some campers and hikers may need to make alternative plans as Duck Creek Campground will be partially closed this season after receiving a monetary boost.

George W. Bush, Vicente Fox among leaders visiting Utah to speak on countering China

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted May 23 - 9:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Former leaders of Canada, Mexico and the U.S. convened in Salt Lake City on Thursday to discuss the importance of trade relations between the North American countries.

Elon Musk says AI will take all our jobs

Samantha Murphy Kelly, CNN  |  Updated May 23 - 8:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Elon Musk says artificial intelligence will take all our jobs and that's not necessarily a bad thing.

Ohio governor calls special session to pass legislation ensuring Biden is on 2024 ballot

The Associated Press  |  Updated May 23 - 8:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ohio's Republican Gov. Mike DeWine is calling a rare special session of the General Assembly next Tuesday to pass legislation ensuring that President Joe Biden is on the state's 2024 ballot.

NCAA, leagues back $2.8 billion settlement, setting stage for big change across college sports

Ralph D. Russo, Associated Press  |  Updated May 23 - 7:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

The NCAA and the nation's five biggest conferences said Thursday night they have agreed to pay nearly $2.8 billion to settle a host of antitrust claims, setting the stage for a groundbreaking revenue-sharing model.

Some Idaho callers not able to reach 911 when using Verizon, AT&T

Kaitlyn Hart, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted May 23 - 7:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Some AT&T and Verizon customers in Idaho are reporting that their 911 calls are not going through.

Sen. Romney's commencement speech at Johns Hopkins briefly interrupted by protesters

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted May 23 - 7:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

In his commencement address at Johns Hopkins University Thursday, Utah Sen. Mitt Romney urged graduates to "have faith in America and in the future. We are a resilient nation."

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Experience Cuba's unique beauty with expert Utah tour company

Dick Jensen & Alan McKay Tours  |  Posted May 23 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

This Caribbean gem is brimming with culture, color, energy and mystique, making it the perfect place to visit — especially with a guided tour group.

American Airlines retreats after blaming girl, 9, for not seeing hidden camera

Associated Press  |  Updated May 23 - 6:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

American Airlines is walking back a court filing in which it seemed to blame a 9-year-old girl for not noticing a camera phone when she used an airplane lavatory.

Road reopens after Salt Lake fire department responds to gas leaks

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Updated May 23 - 6:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City Fire Department notified residents Thursday about gas leaks impacting roads and access to Highland High School, which led to a closure of Sugar House Park.

This invasive tree is bad for everybody in southern Utah. Well, almost everyone

Alysha Lundgren, St. George News  |  Posted May 23 - 6:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The salt cedar tree, or tamarisk, creates a myriad of problems in southern Utah, a coordinator at the Washington County Water Conservancy District says.

Use of Wegovy and other weight-loss drugs soars among kids and young adults

Jonel Aleccia, Associated Press  |  Updated May 23 - 5:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Use of diabetes and obesity medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy and other so-called GLP-1 drugs has soared among teens and young adults.

Political consultant behind fake Biden robocalls faces $6M fine, criminal charges

Holly Ramer And Ali Swenson, Associated Press  |  Updated May 23 - 5:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

The FCC has proposed a $6 million fine against a political consultant who sent AI-generated robocalls mimicking President Biden's voice to voters ahead of New Hampshire's presidential primary.

Man was driving 92 mph on 30 mph road before causing serious crash, prosecutors say

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted May 23 - 4:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

A driver who prosecutors say was being extremely recklsss before crashing into another vehicle, causing critical injuries to people, is now facing charges of aggravated assault.