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One arrested after suspected arson at Midvalley Elementary School
MIDVALE, Utah — On Monday, October 28th, Midvalley Elementary School experienced a “power and heat outage” after what appears to be an act of vandalism via arson. Video of the incident showed “an older male with a grey beard” setting fire to a utility box, which caused the outage. Later that day, Unified Fire Authority Arson Investigators tracked down and arrested a suspect. During the outage, Midvalley Elementary switched to online learning.
Tooele brush fire put out by fire crews
TOOELE — A brush fire in Tooele County was quickly brought under control by fire crews Saturday afternoon, according to Jon Smith from the North Tooele Fire District. At about 3:45 p.m. on Saturday, first responders received a call about a wildfire near the town of Delle. Fire crews located the fire at a popular target shooting destination. While the exact cause is still under investigation, the fire crews did confirm it was human caused.
Is Phil Lyman running? The answer remains a yes
SALT LAKE CITY — After the withdrawal of Richard and Carol Lyman from the governor’s race, Phil Lyman has issued a press release to assure voters that he is still running. Richard and Carol Lyman entered the gubernatorial race as write-in candidates shortly before the legal deadline. Several parties accused the Cox campaign of bribing them to join the race in an effort to confuse voters.
BookFest livestream returns for Fall 2024
LOS ANGELES, CA — The BookFest, a virtual literary event for both readers and writers, is holding its 10th biannual livestream later this month. The event, which takes place on October 26th and 27th, will feature panel speakers, virtual booths, giveaways, and awards. Attendance is free. This year’s Fall BookFest will feature more than 50 speakers. The first day will focus on readers, with a string of panel speakers giving deep dives into their writings and subject matters.
Members of Utah Task Force One on their way back home
SALT LAKE CITY — Members of Utah Task Force One helping with recovery efforts in the Southeast are on their way back to Utah. On Saturday, members of the team received their orders to return home. “UT-TF1 has successfully completed their missions for Hurricane Helene and received their demobilization orders. They have started their journey home,” a post read on the Utah Task Force One’s Facebook page.
Yellow Lake Fire slows leading into the weekend
KAMAS, Utah — Crews continue to fight the Yellow Lake Fire as it begins to slow leading into the weekend. Currently, Wasatch Fire reports that the fire has burned just over 26,000 acres and is 21% contained. Multiple scooper airplanes worked to slow the eastern end of the fire, making room for ground crews to step in and continue working on the fire. #YellowLakeFire –> THREE scooper planes scooping the surface of Strawberry Reservoir.
Salt Lake County will use 2-page ballots for Nov. 5 election
SALT LAKE CITY — Salt Lake County is using two-page ballots for this first time in this year's general election. The Salt Lake County Clerk announced the change on Tuesday. "The extensive ballot is designed to accommodate a broad range of federal, state, county, and local issues and give voters the opportunity to express their preferences at multiple levels of government," the county clerk's office said. These two-page ballots will include 88 contests and 179 candidates.
Salt Lake County will use two-page ballots for the 2024 election
SALT LAKE COUNTY — For the first time, Salt Lake County is using two-page ballots in the general election this year. The Salt Lake County Clerk announced this change in a press release on October 8th. “The extensive ballot is designed to accommodate a broad range of federal, state, county, and local issues,” the announcement stated. “And give voters the opportunity to express their preferences at multiple levels of government.” These two-page ballots will include 88 contests and 179 candidates.
Firefighters still working on Yellow Lake Fire containment
DUCHESNE COUNTY, Utah — The U.S. Forest Service has provided an update on the Yellow Lake Fire. As of October 8, the fire is at just under 20,000 acres and is 21% contained. According to the update, a smoke inversion is present in nearby valleys but does not represent an increased fire threat. Variable winds are complicating matters for firefighters. However, no structures have been lost so far in the fire. Present evacuation orders are still in effect.
Gov. Cox launches 'Operation Gigawatt' energy plan
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Governor Spencer Cox has unveiled a plan to double Utah’s energy production over the next ten years. Dubbed “Operation Gigawatt,” this plan is Utah’s response to the looming energy crisis. “Operation Gigawatt is critical to preserving our quality of life and ensuring strong economic growth,” Gov. Cox said.
Salt Lake County will use two-page ballots for the 2024 election
SALT LAKE COUNTY — For the first time, Salt Lake County is using two-page ballots in the general election this year. The Salt Lake County Clerk announced this change in a press release on October 8th. “The extensive ballot is designed to accommodate a broad range of federal, state, county, and local issues,” the announcement stated. “And give voters the opportunity to express their preferences at multiple levels of government.” These two-page ballots will include 88 contests and 179 candidates.
UVU launches new podcast on political issues
OREM, Utah — With pressing issues abounding in American politics, the Utah Valley University Center for Constitutional Studies is launching a podcast to help Americans learn about the founding document of our nation. Titled ‘This Constitution,’ the new podcast will teach listeners about how the Constitution has shaped American society. According to the Annenberg Public Policy Center, most American adults lack understanding of the U.S. Constitution.
Trump holds second rally in Butler, Pennsylvania
BUTLER, Pennsylvania — On the same site as the assassination attempt earlier this year, Former President Donald Trump held a major rally on Saturday. Tens of thousands of supporters turned out to see Trump’s promised return to the field where Thomas Crooks nearly took his life on July 13. Meanwhile, a live broadcast of the event on X amassed more than 10 million viewers. With only 30 days remaining before the presidential election, this rally comes at a critical time for both candidates.
Breaking: house fire in Salt Lake City
SALT LAKE CITY — The Salt Lake City Fire Department is responding to a house fire along 1000 W in SLC. One person was rescued from inside the house and transported to a hospital with minor injuries. The SLC Fire Department is asking the public to avoid the area of the fire while they work. SLCFD is currently on a house fire at 1000 w 448 n. Please avoid the area. PIO in route. pic.twitter.com/XgUzg3HfOa — Salt Lake City Fire Department (@slcfire) October 2, 2024 We want to hear from you.
Cox designates October as domestic violence awareness month
FILE - Utah Gov. Spencer Cox speaks at the 2024 summer meeting of the National Governors Association Thursday, July 11, 2024, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File) Credit: ASSOCIATED PRESS (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File) SALT LAKE CITY — Gov. Spencer Cox has just designated October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month for the state of Utah. The official declaration designating October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. (Lt. Gov. Deidre M.
Petroleum company settlement totals over $16 million
WASHINGTON D.C. — In a major environmental case, the Justice Department and Environmental Protection Agency announced on Monday a settlement with Ovintiv USA Inc., a major petroleum company, for violations of the Clean Air Act. The total settlement comes out to more than $16 million, with $5.5 million as a civil penalty paid out to the United States and the state of Utah.
Church leaders meet with IOC President Thomas Bach
SALT LAKE CITY — As part of his stop in Utah this weekend, International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach met with leaders from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Bach, along with IOC Director General Christophe de Kepper and Olympic Games Executive Director Christophe Dubi visited Temple Square on Friday. They were accompanied by Fraser Bullock, president and CEO of the Salt Lake City-Utah Committee for the Games, and Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall.
Polaris High School Teen Center to open later this year
AMERICAN FORK, Utah — Polaris High School will be opening the first Teen Center in Utah County to provide support for students in extreme hardship. Hannah Figueiredo, the Polaris High School principal, said that this Teen Center comes as a huge relief. “I often worry as a school administrator that students will stay home because they’re facing hardship and adversity,” Figueiredo said.
Body found in Logan Canyon determined as a homicide
LOGAN, Utah — The Cache County Sheriff’s Office announced in a press release that the body found in Logan Canyon yesterday was a victim of homicide. Police identified the victim as 77-year-old Dennis Shaw, a Logan resident. This morning, detectives with the Sheriff’s Office arrested Clayton Shaw, the son of Dennis Shaw. Several search warrants are also being executed as detectives gather evidence. The case remains ongoing, and detectives involved in the investigation are asking the public for help.
Cedar City hosts Final Friday Art Walk
CEDAR CITY, Utah — After a summer featuring many public art events, the Cedar City Arts Council is holding this year’s Final Friday Art Walk on September 27th. The art walk will be a free event from 5-8:00 p.m. featuring live music, art exhibits, and art demonstrations. This Friday’s art walk will be the last event that the CCAC hosts this season.
Bella Vista Elementary earns National Blue Ribbon
COTTONWOOD HEIGHTS, Utah — Bella Vista Elementary has earned one of the most distinguished awards in education: The National Blue Ribbon Each year, the U.S. Department of Education recognizes schools that show outstanding academic performance. “Only a select number of schools are even invited to apply for Blue Ribbon status each year,” said Canyons School District Superintendent Dr. Rick Robins.
K-9 retires from Santa Clara-Ivins police force
IVINS, Washington County — The Santa Clara-Ivins Public Safety Department announced that Copper, a K-9 member of the police force, is retiring after six years on the team. The announcement was made via a Facebook post and signed by Chief Jaron L. Studley, the public safety director. “It’s heartwarming to see the compassion the community has shown for K9 Copper,” said Studley. Normally, a retiring K-9 is auctioned like any city resource, with members of the police department getting to bid first.
Body identified as missing man from Montana, UHP says
UPDATE (Sept. 21, 5:28 p.m.) — On Saturday, the State Bureau of Investigation identified the individual as 64-year-old James Puuri of Kalispell, Montana. According to the Utah Highway Patrol, Puuri was on the missing persons list, and were no signs of foul play. An autopsy will determine the time and cause of death, according to the UHP PERRY, Box Elder County — A body was found inside a vehicle at a rest stop in Box Elder County Friday, according to Utah Highway Patrol. Sgt.
Man identified after fatal collision with train in Cache County
CORNISH, Cache County — On Saturday, the Cache County Sheriff’s Office released the identity of a 40-year-old man killed earlier this week when his vehicle was struck by a train in northern Utah. Jacob Pratt, a Logan resident, was fatally struck by a Union Pacific train on Wednesday around 1:52 p.m. He was driving a sprinter van west across the tracks just east of state Route 23 in Cornish when his vehicle was struck by the train.
Man dies in collision with train in Cache County
CACHE COUNTY, Utah — The Cache County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal accident between a driver and a Union Pacific Railroad train. Jacob Pratt, age 40, was fatally struck by a train on Wednesday, September 18. Pratt lived in Logan, Utah, and was a father of three. Friends and family started a GoFundMe to help Pratt’s family following his death. It can be accessed here.
Early morning shooting in Ogden leaves one person dead
OGDEN — A 45-year-old man died following a shooting early Saturday morning, according to the Ogden Police Department. According to an Ogden police news release, the shooting occurred in the area of 2800 block of Childs Avenue at around 3:58 a.m. When first responders arrived on scene they found the victim with a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the hospital in critical condition, but later died.
University of Utah warns about active stalker
SALT LAKE CITY — The University of Utah has issued a safety warning about a man stalking women on the University of Utah campus. Oluwatobi Oludaisi Shokunbi, age 34, also known as “King Rocky” was last seen at Kahlert Village on September 17. He was arrested there for trespassing but later released. University Police believe he is unhoused. His whereabouts are currently unknown. Shokunbi was described by university police as a black male with a black and gray beard, six feet tall and 250 pounds.
Samoa women's soccer team qualifies for FIFA World Cup
SUVA, Fiji — The U16 Samoa women’s soccer team has become the first Samoan team to qualify for a FIFA World Cup. The team secured their place after a 2-0 victory over New Caledonia at the OFC championship semi-finals. Five of the team’s members are from Utah: Leah Atuaia, Lahila Gali, Breanna Kitiona, Grace Taeoalii, and Cali Willis. All are age 16 or younger. The team will be competing in the U17 FIFA World Cup hosted in Morocco next year.
Full Circle Boys: Connected from the start
MURRIETA, CA — Five young men gathered around a computer in the living room of a California home. They’d recently finished a major project: their latest single. But, on this day, they weren’t making music. They were hopping on a video call to tell their story to a stranger sitting in an office in Salt Lake City. They’re called the Full Circle Boys, and they’re a boyband of five dancers whose lives were tied together long before they were making music together.
Woman in serious condition following Draper stabbing
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Woman in serious condition following stabbing in Draper
LOCAL NEWS Sep 14, 2024, 7:57 PM | Updated: 7:59 pm At around 12:40 a.m. on Saturday, a woman was stabbed at an apartment complex in Draper, according to a police report. DRAPER — At around 12:40 a.m. on Saturday, a woman was stabbed at an apartment complex in Draper, according to a police report. Police found one woman on the scene with serious injuries. Police and paramedics provided aid before transporting her to a hospital. She is still in serious condition.
Wildfire starts on Elizabeth Ridge
EVANSTON, Utah — A new wildfire has broken out on Elizabeth Ridge, located north of the North Slope road. According to Utah Fire Info, the Elizabeth Ridge fire is between five and ten acres in size. Fire crews are on the scene, with more en route. This is a developing story and will be updated. We want to hear from you. Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here.
Southwest Astronomy Festival coming to Cedar Breaks
CEDAR CITY, Utah — The 2024 Southwest Astronomy Festival will be held in Cedar Breaks National Monument from September 20th-22nd. The festival is open to the public and aims to “highlight the amazing dark night sky in and around Southwestern Utah,” according to a press release. The event features stargazing, solar viewings, and a portable planetarium, among other activities. Events will continue during both day and night through the duration of the festival.
Trump-Harris debate covers abortion, immigration and economy
PHILADELPHIA — Tonight saw the first, and possibly the only, presidential debate between Republican candidate, former President Donald Trump, and Democratic candidate Vice President Kamala Harris. ABC News hosted the debate at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. The stage was set in a moderately sized room. Trump and Harris shook hands before taking their places behind two podiums across from the moderator’s desk.
Amendment D lawsuit gets hearing date
SALT LAKE CITY — A lawsuit seeking to void the language of Amendment D and remove it from the state ballot has gotten an initial hearing set for this Wednesday. The recent controversy around Amendment D stems from what opponents claim is a misleading description on the ballot. The proposed amendment would bring changes to ballot initiatives, giving the state legislature more say over them. Critics of the amendment state that the wording used to put it to voters obscures its actual impact.
SLC VegFest returns for 8th year
SALT LAKE CITY — This Saturday, the Salt Lake City Downtown Library Plaza will host the 8th annual SLC VegFest. The SLC VegFest promotes animal rights and vegan food. Put on by the Utah Animal Rights Coalition, the festival is free to enter and features food, a beer garden, live music, and interactive art.
Annual LoToJa Classic held Saturday in Logan
LOGAN — The 42nd annual LoToJa Classic was held Saturday, with nearly 1,400 cyclists participating from around the globe. The race, starting in Logan, and ending at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming, spans 203 miles and is one of the longest bicycle road races in America. Named for its two endpoints, this Logan-To-Jackson race features challenging mountain terrain and is an all-day endeavor for most cyclists.
LISTEN: The Greenhouse Show’s apple taste test
SALT LAKE CITY — Curious about all those varieties of apples, but don’t know where to start? KSL Greenhouse Show hosts Taun Beddes, Maria Shilaos and the show’s producer Michelle Lee did a taste test to see what different apples taste like on Saturday. The trio started off with a few other fruits, including a pluot, similar to the other hybrid fruits they tested on last Saturday’s episode. A pluot is a hybrid between a plum and and apricot, and they’ve been increasingly popular in recent years.
9/11 Heroes Run to be held this Saturday
SOUTH JORDAN, Utah — This Saturday, the Travis Manion Foundation will host a commemorative run to honor those who died in the 9/11 attacks and those who serve in the military and as first responders. This year’s 9/11 Heroes Run will start in South Jordan at 9:00 a.m. The organizers of the races hope that each event will bring communities together to honor the fallen and carry on their legacy.
Woman and children found dead in West Haven
WEST HAVEN, Utah — A woman and three children were found dead in a vehicle in West Haven Tuesday night. Sgt. Sean Endsley with the Weber County Sheriff’s Office said the 911 call came from a “family member” at 9:47 p.m. Following this, officers arrived on the scene. They confirmed a 32-year-old female, a 4-year-old male, a 2-year-old female and a 1-year-old female were all dead in the vehicle. Sgt. Endsley said there is evidence of gunshot trauma.
Breaking: Police investigate four found dead in car
WEST HAVEN, Utah — Police are investigating after a 911 call reported four dead bodies in a car in West Haven, Utah Tuesday evening. The Weber County Sheriff’s Department shortly arrived on scene and confirmed the four in the car were dead. Police have blocked off the area near 1800 S 2300 W and are asking the public to avoid the area while they investigate. This is a breaking news story and will be updated. We want to hear from you. Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here.
Governor Cox diverts funds to pay off student lunch debt
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah’s Governor Spencer Cox announced Tuesday that he is redirecting $1.2 million of funding from the American Rescue Plan (ARP) to pay off student lunch debt. The funds are being moved to the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Program (GEER). From there, the program will distribute grants to reimburse student lunch debt for low-income families. The funding originally came as part of a COVID relief allocation through the ARP act.
Boulter Fire is now 100% contained
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Boulter Fire contained successfully after almost one week
TOOELE COUNTY — The Boulter Fire, which burned over 2,000 acres over the past week, has now been 100% contained. The Uinta-Wasatch-Cache NF account announced on X that the Boulter Fire was fully contained Saturday afternoon. #uwcnf The Boulter Fire was 100% contained at 8:00 pm on Friday, August 30, 2024. pic.twitter.com/Uj8jTW1coR — Uinta-Wasatch-Cache NF (@UWCNF) August 31, 2024 The fire started on Saturday, August 24, and burned for nearly a full week before being contained on Friday.
Tooele County home suffers extensive damage following fire
TOOELE — A fire in Tooele caused extensive damage to a structure on Saturday afternoon. The fire occurred at a home located in the area of 913 N. 1480 East. A neighbor alerted the homeowner to the blaze, who was asleep after working night shifts. By the time firefighters arrived, the back and porch of the house were fully engulfed by the blaze. A dog and cat were also rescued from the house. No injuries or deaths were reported. The house experienced extensive damage in the fire.
Woman files civil lawsuit against two Salt Lake City police officers
SALT LAKE CITY — A woman is filing a civil lawsuit against two Salt Lake City police officers who she said broke her leg to the point of needing amputation, using a takedown maneuver constituting excessive force, despite being unarmed and compliant. On Sept. 2, 2023, Agnes J. Martinez, 57, was experiencing homelessness and looking for a place where she and her dog could sleep in her car “without being harassed,” according to the civil lawsuit filed by her attorneys.
Zuckerberg's letter gets a response from the White House
WASHINGTON D.C. — The White House responded today to Mark Zuckerberg’s letter alleging that Facebook was pressured into censoring posts about COVID-19 and Hunter Biden’s laptop story.
Gov. Cox and Trump pay respects at Arlington National Cemetery
ARLINGTON, VA — Utah’s Governor Spencer Cox was joined by former President Donald Trump at Arlington National Cemetery today. The two joined family members of Staff Sergeant Darin Taylor Hoover to honor him and the other victims of the Abbey Gate attack three years ago. “I’m grateful for the Hoover family’s invitation to honor the sacrifice of Staff Sgt. Taylor Hoover in such a special place,” Cox wrote on X.
Friends, family honor Jeannine Skinner, David Bell, and Pete On
SPRINGVILLE, CA — Three Utahns drowned while canyoneering in the Sierra Nevada mountains on Friday. A group of 13 Utahns, all experienced canyoneers, were rappelling in the Seven Teacups area near Springville, California. At about 5:13 p.m. one member of the group descended into a pool of water and was caught in a whirlpool. Two others jumped in to save her and all three drowned. Others pulled the three from the water seven minutes later and administered CPR.
Tooele County roadway fire causes closure
TOOELE COUNTY — A fire is forcing a roadway closure on SR 36 in Tooele County. Both directions are currently closed to traffic around MP 9. This is a breaking news story and will be updated. We want to hear from you. Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here.
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