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Motorcycle driver hospitalized after multiple-car crash

A man is in serious condition after a chain reaction car accident near Spanish Fork. Read more »

June 15, 2013

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Crews fight several fires in southeast Utah

Crews worked Saturday to contain several fires burning in southeast Utah. Read more »

June 15, 2013

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Family Book Festival helps make reading fun

KSL Family Book Festival was held at the Gateway Mall Saturday. Read more »

June 15, 2013

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After being laid off and getting in shape, Utah man now plans to cycle to South Pole

Until a few years ago, Daniel Burton was a programmer for Utah software maker Novell Inc. making upward of $500,000 a year with bonuses and stock options. It came at a cost: A largely sedentary... Read more »

June 15, 2013

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Stunning court filing claims 'shakedown' by Swallow, Shurtleff

Attorneys for imprisoned swindler Marc Sessions Jenson filed court documents Saturday claiming he is a victim of a "shakedown" by embattled Attorney General John Swallow and his predecessor, Mark... Read more »

June 15, 2013

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Refugees embrace America but remain true to their heritage

From traditional native clothing and dancing to backward caps and hip-hop, refugees from around the world have stayed true to their heritage but embraced a new American culture. Read more »

June 15, 2013

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Civil War history of Utah's Fort Douglas comes alive

About the only inauthentic parts of Civil War reenactor Kris Larson's uniform as a 1st Sergeant in the Union Army's 1st California Infantry were the bulky casts bound with Velcro on both of his feet Read more »

June 15, 2013

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Push for solutions underway to Utah's suicide problem

While the number of suicides in Utah appear to be running apace with figures from the same time last year, suicide prevention efforts are being ramped up statewide. Read more »

June 15, 2013

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Theater review: Hale Centre's 'Ragtime' exhilarates, uplifts with powerful performances

With stunning singer-actors and the large impressive ensemble, Hale Centre Theatre's “Ragtime” is several notches above the standard fare. Read more »

June 15, 2013

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Fire in Hiker Territory

A fire in the Dark Canyon Wilderness is causing authorities to turn away hikers and backpackers. Read more »

June 14, 2013

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Attorneys for AG John Swallow say impeachment not warranted

Lawyers for embattled Attorney General John Swallow have sent a letter to the Utah Legislature saying impeachment proceedings against him are unwarranted. Read more »

June 14, 2013

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Man accused of punching companion animal

A man was charged Friday with torture of a companion animal after his neighbor said he took pictures of him hitting his dog. Read more »

June 14, 2013

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Wind, summer heat kick up potentially devastating wildfire season in Utah

Utah Gov. Gary Herbert urges caution and personal responsibility at the start of what could be another busy wildfire season for the state. Read more »

June 14, 2013

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Teen's family apologizes to family of referee he's accused of killing

The family of a 17-year-old accused of punching and killing a soccer referee during a game apologized to the victim's family Friday. The teen pleaded not guilty to the homicide charge Friday. Read more »

June 14, 2013

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Ground broken on $54M classroom building at UVU

Utah Valley University officials broke ground Friday on a new $54 million classroom building. The building will house 34 classrooms, a 1,000-seat auditorium, study areas and offices. Read more »

June 14, 2013

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In faith communities, fraudsters prey on trust

Many perpetrators of investment fraud take advantage of the bonds of trust among religious communities to grow their pool of victims. However, avoiding a scheme is relatively easy if an investor... Read more »

June 14, 2013

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Winds whip up flames as fires hit Provo and Saratoga Springs

Winds gusting well above 50 miles per hour downed power lines, sparking a fire in Provo, and contributed to the spread of fire throughout the state Thursday night. Read more »

June 13, 2013

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In faith communities, fraudsters prey on trust

Many perpetrators of investment fraud take advantage of the bonds of trust among religious communities to grow their pool of victims. However, avoiding a scheme is relatively easy if an investor keeps her eyes open and does some... Read more »

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