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Utah ranks No. 1 for economic outlook for sixth year in a row

For the sixth year in a row, Utah's economic outlook ranks No. 1 in the nation.

2 from Provo killed in RV accident near St. George

A motor home crashed into a condominium complex in St. George early Friday, killing two people from Provo. Read more »

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Salt Lake County Library to hold Summer Reading Kickoff Party

Salt Lake County Library's annual Summer Reading Kickoff Party will be on Saturday, June 1 at the library's Viridian Event Center and Veterans Memorial Park. Read more »

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West Jordan announces road projects

Construction season is underway in West Jordan, with several projects taking place to improve roads, water lines, storm drainage and more. Read more »

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Salt Lake County hires new economic development director

Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams has announced the hiring of Christina Oliver as the county’s next economic development director. Oliver replaces Dale Carpenter, who recently retired. Read more »

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June 8 is Free Fishing Day

Saturday, June 8, is Free Fishing Day in Utah. Anglers don’t need a fishing license to fish in the state that day. Read more »

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New ‘miracle’ drug keeps cystic fibrosis symptoms at bay

A new revolutionary treatment is changing the face of the devastating disease cystic fibrosis. A drug recently approved by the FDA called Kalydeco appears to be holding the disease at bay. Read more »

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New 'miracle' drug keeps cystic fibrosis symptoms at bay

A new revolutionary treatment is changing the face of the devastating disease known as cystic fibrosis. Read more »

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Utah Task Force 1 ready for any disaster

An elite search and rescue team in Utah was put on alert this week after a tornado blew through Oklahoma on Monday. Read more »

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Family, drug court graduation give mother reason to smile

Tara Roweton said Thursday it "feels great" to graduate from family dependency drug court. It's a big step on her quest to have a happy, stable life for her and her son. Read more »

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Kennecott lays off roughly 100 workers Thursday

Kennecott Utah Copper laid off an unspecified number of employees Thursday as a result of a massive landslide that crippled the mine last month. Read more »

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State parks off to a busy start for Memorial Day holiday

All but three of the 32 Utah state parks that offer camping are chock full this Memorial Day holiday weekend, but people can visit for the day to boat, hike or picnic. Three state parks offer... Read more »

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Deputy shot man twice but didn't call paramedics, lawsuit claims

The family of Troy Burkinshaw, who was shot and killed by a sheriff's deputy last year, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging he used unnecessary force in killing a man following a low-speed chase. Read more »

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West Jordan to offer glass recycling June 1

Beginning June 1, West Jordan residents will be able to drop off glass for recycling at one of two drop-off recycling bins. Read more »

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Police sketch artists retires after more than 40 years of service

It takes someone with a lot talent to draw sketches good enough to be able to recognize someone who's wanted by law enforcement. After four decades of making sure every little precise detail is... Read more »

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Taylorsville Dayzz to be held June 27-29

The city will celebrate its 17th birthday with Taylorsville Dayzz June 27-29. Read more »

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Crime estimated to increase as temperatures rise: How to protect your assets

As the temperatures rise outside, more people become victims home burglary, as well as violent crimes. Read more »

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Second UFA employee being investigated for drugs

A second firefighter is facing possible drug charges triggered by a review of what happened to medications missing from the Unified Fire Authority, and a third employee could be under scrutiny as... Read more »

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Latinos in Utah call on Hatch to support immigration reform

Members of the Salt Lake Dream Team and others in Salt Lake City's Latino community met Wednesday asking Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, to support immigration reform. Read more »

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Police say man dressed as woman robs Sandy bank

Police are searching for a man who robbed a Zions Bank Wednesday just before closing dressed as a woman. Read more »

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KSL viewers raise more than $81,000 for Oklahoma tornado victims

SALT LAKE CITY - More than $81,000 was raised in a six-hour period Tuesday night for victims of the massive tornado in Moore, Okla. Read more »

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Troopers using new approach to keep roads safe this Memorial Day weekend

The Utah Highway Patrol will be hitting the roads in extra large numbers for the Memorial Day weekend, and their enforcement efforts will be guided by a database of crash information. Read more »

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Letters to family show Steven Powell still defiant behind bars

Newly released letters between Steven Powell and members of his family indicate Powell still has ill feelings toward law enforcement, Chuck Cox, the LDS Church, and indicate a desire to file a... Read more »

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Salt Lake Valley's healthiest principals earn $1,000 for schools

Thirteen elementary principals from the Salt Lake Valley competed for a chance to win $1,000 for their respective schools in the My Heart Challenge, a contest sponsored by the Intermountain Heart... Read more »

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Bail set for man whose Utah child sex abuse conviction was vacated

An 8th District judge set a $10,000 bail Wednesday for a man who has served nearly four years in prison for an aggravated child sex abuse conviction that was vacated by the Utah Supreme Court... Read more »

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Police arrest aggressive solicitor in Herriman

Police arrested a solicitor in Herriman Wednesday after residents complained the man was too aggressive. Read more »

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