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Children Steven Powell photographed file civil lawsuit against him
The attorney representing two young Washington girls followed through on her promise Wednesday to file a civil...
The American Red Cross and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints marked the silver anniversary of...
The Republican candidates for Utah attorney general spent most of their debate on campaign finance issues.
Man ordered to prison for igniting fire at bank
WEST JORDAN — A 21-year-old man was sentenced to prison Wednesday after admitting he intentionally started a fire at an area bank. Joshua Raymond Townsend, 20, pleaded guilty to arson with intent to damage property and was... Read more »
Intermountain introduces new state-of-the-art Life Flight helicopters
SALT LAKE CITY — William Duehlmeir, with Intermountain Medical Center's trauma program, knows the importance of getting an injured patient to the hospital as fast as possible. "Speed... Read more »
Creature, Utah's ugliest mutt, to compete in World's Ugliest Dog Contest
The 10-year-old Mexican Hairless mix recently won the title of “Utah’s Ugliest Mutt.” Now, she’s in the running for the World’s Ugliest Dog Contest on Friday at the... Read more »
Rocky Mountain Power to test new electric truck
SALT LAKE CITY — It makes sense that the state's largest power company should be the first to adopt electric vehicles into its fleet. Rocky Mountain Power is testing an extended range... Read more »
Medicaid's inspector general recouped millions in first year
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah's Medicaid inspector general has recouped millions in his first year at the helm of an office charged with uncovering wasted funds and suspected fraud. Lee Wyckoff told lawmakers in the Health and Human... Read more »
Zions Bank employees paint woman's home
SALT LAKE CITY — A home in Salt Lake City received a makeover by local Zions Bank employees during the company's 22nd annual Paint-a-Thon service project. Zions bankers traded balance sheets... Read more »
Woman ordered to prison for sexual relationship with teen neighbor
SALT LAKE CITY — A West Valley woman who admitted carrying on a sexual relationship with a teenager has been sentenced to prison. Adorabelle Bonifacio, 47, was ordered to spend 12 years to life in prison for attempted rape... Read more »
Settlement in high-profile child custody case reached
A settlement in a high-profile custody battle was quickly reached Wednesday morning at the start of what was supposed to be a three-day trial. Read more »
Van belonging to disabled man recovered
A stolen minivan specially equipped for a man who is a quadriplegic has been recovered. Read more »
Inmate stabbed at Utah State Prison
A 26-year-old inmate at the Utah State Prison was injured when he was stabbed by his cellmate, prison officials said. Read more »
Fire damages West Jordan home, destroys garage (+photos)
A two-alarm fire ripped through a West Jordan home Tuesday night, destroying the attic, an attached garage and a shed. Read more »
Special session to increase liquor licenses may just be a start
Gov. Gary Herbert is asking Utah legislators to address six issues, including an increase in available liquor licenses, during a special session Wednesday. Read more »
Parking changes highlight Salt Lake City's $250M budget
With a collective sigh of relief and sense of accomplishment, the Salt Lake City Council on Tuesday night approved the city's budget for the 2012-13 fiscal year, bringing to an end two months of... Read more »
No candy tossing at Days of '47 parade, organizers say
Citing children's safety, the Days of '47 parade committee says they won't allow candy or other items to be thrown to spectators. A Salt Lake City councilman is pushing to permit candy throwing. Read more »
Utah moves ahead with federal health reform mandates
Utah is taking action on federal health care reform regardless of an upcoming decision expected from the U.S. Supreme Court. Read more »
Airport officials can begin spending money on $1.8 billion redevelopment project
Airport officials were given a green light Tuesday to begin spending money on design and engineering on a $1.8 billion redevelopment project. Read more »
Petition sheds light on parental concerns in same-gender book ban controversy
FARMINGTON — Several members of the gay and lesbian community came to the Davis School District Board of Education meeting Tuesday to give voice to the controversy surrounding a book removed from school library shelves because... Read more »
Audit: Medicaid errors result in $1 million loss
SALT LAKE CITY — An audit of Medicaid cases presented to the Utah Legislature Tuesday found that while Medicaid eligibility is well-managed, errors cost the program $1 million last year, with room for another million in savings... Read more »
Man investigated in death of teen sent to prison on unrelated charges
SALT LAKE CITY — The man being investigated in the killing of a Riverton teen was sentenced Tuesday to prison on unrelated charges. His family says he has now confessed to everything he's... Read more »
Swallow outspends Reyes by $200K in Utah A.G. race
SALT LAKE CITY — Attorney general candidate John Swallow has outspent his primary election opponent Sean Reyes by nearly $200,000, new campaign financial disclosure reports show. Between them, the two Republicans have raised... Read more »
Judges appointed to 3rd District Court
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Gov. Gary R. Herbert announced the appointment of two judges to the 3rd District Court Tuesday. Su J. Chon, an attorney for the Office of Property Rights Ombudsman, is part of the American and Utah Bar... Read more »
Draper agrees to not enforce panhandling law pending lawsuit outcome
DRAPER — Draper officials have agreed to not enforce a state panhandling law pending the outcome of a lawsuit filed against the city. Salt Lake civil rights attorney Brian Barnard filed a complaint in U.S. District Court... Read more »
Waste collection event scheduled for June 30 in Midvale
MIDVALE — Residents of Salt Lake County Special Service District No. 1 can participate in a waste collection event on Saturday, June 30, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Public Works Facility in Midvale, 7125 S. 600 West.... Read more »
Democrats square off in 1st Congressional District primary
Political newcomers Donna McAleer and Ryan Combe are both fighting to become their party's pick to face five-term incumbent Rep. Rob Bishop, R-Utah, in November. Read more »
Public hearing set to discuss plans for new Holladay fire station
HOLLADAY — The Holladay Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on Tuesday, June 26 at 7 p.m. to discuss preliminary concept plans for a new fire station. The current station, at 4625 S. Holladay Blvd. was built... Read more »
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Warren Jeffs chooses 15 to father future FLDS children, sources say
From his Texas prison, polygamous sect leader Warrent Jeffs has issued an edict, 15 chosen men will father all future children born to faithful members of his church. Read more »
Children Steven Powell photographed file civil lawsuit against him
Calling his actions "outrageous," "heinous," "disgusting" and "egregious," the attorney representing two young Washington girls followed through on her promise Wednesday to file a civil lawsuit... Read more »
Utah attorney general GOP candidates Sean Reyes, John Swallow engaged in nasty battle
SALT LAKE CITY — The Republican campaigns for Utah attorney general have taken a nasty turn with just a week to go before the primary election. Candidates Sean Reyes and John Swallow... Read more »
Special session to increase liquor licenses may just be a start
Gov. Gary Herbert is asking Utah legislators to address six issues, including an increase in available liquor licenses, during a special session Wednesday. Read more »
Republican A.G. candidates ding each other on campaign finance issues
The Republican candidates for Utah attorney general spent nearly an hour in a debate Tuesday trading the same barbs that have marked their campaigns in recent days. Read more »
Red Cross, LDS Church strengthen humanitarian partnership
The American Red Cross and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints marked the silver anniversary of association Wednesday by reaffirming their commitment to work together for folks in need. Read more »
Man investigated in death of teen sent to prison on unrelated charges
SALT LAKE CITY — The man being investigated in the killing of a Riverton teen was sentenced Tuesday to prison on unrelated charges. His family says he has now confessed to everything... Read more »
Petition sheds light on parental concerns in same-gender book ban controversy
FARMINGTON — Several members of the gay and lesbian community came to the Davis School District Board of Education meeting Tuesday to give voice to the controversy surrounding a book removed from school library shelves because... Read more »
Airport officials can begin spending money on $1.8 billion redevelopment project
Airport officials were given a green light Tuesday to begin spending money on design and engineering on a $1.8 billion redevelopment project. Read more »
Settlement in high-profile child custody case reached
A settlement in a high-profile custody battle was quickly reached Wednesday morning at the start of what was supposed to be a three-day trial. Read more »
Judge sentences 'creep of a neighbor' Steven Powell to 30 months
Pierce County Superior Court Judge Ronald Culpepper said he felt Steven Powell's actions warranted an exceptional sentence and ordered the 62-year-old man to serve 30 months in custody and up to... Read more »
No candy tossing at Days of '47 parade, organizers say
Citing children's safety, the Days of '47 parade committee says they won't allow candy or other items to be thrown to spectators. A Salt Lake City councilman is pushing to permit candy throwing. Read more »
Parking changes highlight Salt Lake City's $250M budget
With a collective sigh of relief and sense of accomplishment, the Salt Lake City Council on Tuesday night approved the city's budget for the 2012-13 fiscal year, bringing to an end two months of... Read more »
Fire damages West Jordan home, destroys garage (+photos)
A two-alarm fire ripped through a West Jordan home Tuesday night, destroying the attic, an attached garage and a shed. Read more »
Inmate stabbed at Utah State Prison
A 26-year-old inmate at the Utah State Prison was injured when he was stabbed by his cellmate, prison officials said. Read more »
Text of debate between Sen. Orrin Hatch, Dan Liljenquist on KSL's Doug Wright Show
Related: Audio, video clips: Sen. Orrin Hatch, Dan Liljenquist debate on KSL Radio Related: Hatch, Liljenquist trade heated barbs in morning debate Following is a transcript of a KSL... Read more »
Judges appointed to 3rd District Court
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Gov. Gary R. Herbert announced the appointment of two judges to the 3rd District Court Tuesday. Su J. Chon, an attorney for the Office of Property Rights Ombudsman, is part of the American and Utah... Read more »
Utah moves ahead with federal health reform mandates
Utah is taking action on federal health care reform regardless of an upcoming decision expected from the U.S. Supreme Court. Read more »
Utah lawmakers to consider increasing restaurant liquor licenses in special session
SALT LAKE CITY — Lawmakers will consider increasing the state's quota for restaurant liquor licenses Wednesday to make up for a shortfall that has stymied business growth in some areas.... Read more »
Van belonging to disabled man recovered
A stolen minivan specially equipped for a man who is a quadriplegic has been recovered. Read more »
Woman ordered to prison for sexual relationship with teen neighbor
SALT LAKE CITY — A West Valley woman who admitted carrying on a sexual relationship with a teenager has been sentenced to prison. Adorabelle Bonifacio, 47, was ordered to spend 12 years to life in prison for attempted... Read more »
Democrats square off in 1st Congressional District primary
Political newcomers Donna McAleer and Ryan Combe are both fighting to become their party's pick to face five-term incumbent Rep. Rob Bishop, R-Utah, in November. Read more »
Hatch, Liljenquist trade heated barbs in morning debate
U.S. Senate candidate Dan Liljenquist accused Sen. Orrin Hatch of "fiscal child abuse" in a debate Friday, drawing one of several testy responses from his fellow Republican. Read more »
Audit: Medicaid errors result in $1 million loss
SALT LAKE CITY — An audit of Medicaid cases presented to the Utah Legislature Tuesday found that while Medicaid eligibility is well-managed, errors cost the program $1 million last year, with room for another million in... Read more »
Miss Davis County Kara Arnold claims Miss Utah 2012 title
Miss Davis County Kara Arnold will be putting medical school at the University of Utah on hold for a year, after walking away from the Miss Utah 2012 pageant Saturday night with a new crown and a... Read more »
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