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'Pain capable' abortion regulation makes waves in U.S. House

A bill restricting abortion after the 20th week of pregnancy was approved by the House Judiciary Committee last week, signaling a new front on the abortion battle that is likely to end up at the Supreme Court. Read more »

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James helps Heat stave off elimination in Game 6

LeBron James shrugged off a poor start to get 32 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds, Ray Allen hit a 3-pointer with 5.2 seconds to play to force overtime and the Miami Heat staved off elimination... Read more »

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Man charged with neglecting bedridden wife

A Riverton man is facing one count of aggravated abuse of a vulnerable adult after police say he neglected his bedridden wife to the point she needed hospital care. Read more »

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Woman charged with killing dog with insecticide

A Salt Lake City woman is facing animal cruelty charges after police say she killed her dog by spraying insecticide down its throat. Read more »

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Salt Lake City approves 13.8 percent tax hike despite mayor's threat to veto

The Salt Lake City Council forged ahead in adopting amendments to next year's budget despite the mayor's threat to veto, and pushed a proposed property tax increase to $8 million. Read more »

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Facebook goes down, users flood Twitter

Down Right Now, an Internet services monitoring site, noted that Facebook is experiencing a "likely service disruption" at 9:28 p.m. (EST) on Tuesday, June 18. Read more »

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Impeachment investigation 'highly likely,' House majority leader says

A legislative investigation into Attorney General John Swallow that would mark the beginning of possible impeachment proceedings is "highly likely," House Majority Leader Brad Dee, R-Ogden, said... Read more »

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Former Utah nanny sentenced to four years in prison, may face extradition to Belgium

Belgium officials sentenced a former Utah nanny to four years in prison for abusing infants. She may face extradition. Read more »

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Utah kids take part in World's Largest Swimming Lesson

Novice swimmers were paddling and kicking, others were practicing blowing bubbles and floating. But it wasn't just a normal day at the Fairmont Aquatic Center. The kids were attempting to break the... Read more »

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Report: Teacher training in U.S. an "industry of mediocrity"

In a new national report, the country's colleges and universities have been rated mediocre at preparing teachers for the classroom. Read more »

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Bear scare: 'Baden and Logan saved my life.'

As Utahns head into the state's forests and parks to enjoy the state's many recreational offerings, wildlife and forest officials are telling outdoor enthusiasts to take precautions to... Read more »

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Utah Technology Council touts STEM education for Utah’s economic future

The long-term future of the state’s economy will hinge on Utah’s ability to develop the next generation of skilled information technology professionals that will fill the growing number of high-tech jobs being produced,... Read more »

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Sex abuse suspect arrested 4 years after allegedly fleeing to Mexico

A man charged with child sex abuse who authorities say fled to Mexico to avoid prosecution was arrested and extradited back to Utah. Read more »

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Ten indicted in multi-state marijuana ring

Ten people, including Utahns, were federally indicted in a major marijuana distribution ring. Read more »

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National walk aims to prevent suicide, comfort survivors

Recent reports from the CDC show an increase in suicide rates. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is trying to reverse this trend by raising awareness about suicide prevention and... Read more »

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7-year-old girl who met Justin Bieber passes away, leaves family with sweet memories

Millie Flamm, a 7-year-old from Cottonwood Heights, passed away from leukemia Tuesday morning. Read more »

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Tremonton police officer arrested in child pornography case

A veteran police officer from Tremonton has been arrested for investigation of sexual exploitation of a minor. Read more »

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Cap'n Crunch refutes claims he's not actually a captain

Gawker reports that Cap'n Crunch, everyone's beloved cereal captain, may not, in fact, be a captain. Read more »

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Washington Post writer: Mitt Romney lost because he's Superman; modern voters prefer Batman

The world has changed since 1938 when Superman made his first comic book appearance, and that changing culture can perhaps help explain why Mitt Romney lost the 2012 presidential election,... Read more »

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Study: Facebook's organ donor status increases number of registered donors substantially

Last year, Facebook added a feature that allowed users to add "organ donor" to other profile information. Researchers say the new feature caused a more than 20-fold increase to the number of... Read more »

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Report: Changing climate poses severe risks to birds, Utah waterfowl

A new report by the National Wildlife Federation said climate change is the most serious threat birds face this century. The report raises concerns at Utah's Great Salt Lake, a major stop on the... Read more »

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Supreme Court blocks Arizona law requiring voters to prove citizenship

On Monday, the Supreme Court blocked an Arizona law requiring voters to prove citizenship. Read more »

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As times get better can you keep a leash on your credit card?

Tips for avoiding a personal recession as the economy improves. Read more »

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Man accused in killing pleads guilty in unrelated sex assault case

A Fort Duchesne man accused of killing a friend in April has admitted to sexually assaulting a Vernal woman in an unrelated case. Read more »

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Tremonton police officer arrested in child pornography case

A veteran police officer from Tremonton has been arrested for investigation of sexual exploitation of a minor. Read more »

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