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(CNN) — A new set of rules governing the business activities of most real estate professionals in the U.S. officially goes into effect Saturday — and the changes could upend the way Americans buy and sell homes. The National Association…
The average interest rate on a 30-year mortgage rises to 6.49%, near the lowest level in more than a year
The average interest rate on 30-year mortgages rose slightly this week, remaining near its lowest level in over a year. The interest rate rose from 6.47 percent in the previous week to 6.49 percent, said mortgage buyer Freddie Mac on…
Granite School District introduces new cell phone rules at the start of the 2024 school year
VACATION – When the Granite School District began school again on Wednesday, a new rule was implemented regarding personal devices on campus. From kindergarten through eighth grade, the new rule means that students are not allowed to carry personal devices…
If the tax increase is not approved, the Provo library will face a loss of services, say leaders
PROVINCE — The Provo City Council is considering raising taxes to help cover a city library budget deficit of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Officials warn that the library will have to cut back on services if it does not…
Moab approves new property tax; 4 school districts propose some of the biggest increases
SALT LAKE CITY — As Utah begins public hearings on numerous proposed property tax increases, the city of Moab and four school districts are proposing the largest property tax increases for 2024-2025. Topping the list is Moab, whose plans –…
Expect traffic delays near downtown SLC and Spanish Fork this weekend
SALT LAKE CITY — Travelers in Utah should expect significant delays this weekend near downtown Salt Lake City and on one of Utah’s main recreation routes to and from Moab and Lake Powell at Spanish Fork. US Highway 6 Interstate…
Kenneth Rooks speaks to KSL TV after surprising silver medal in steeplechase
PARIS — Olympic silver medalist Kenneth Rooks spoke to Sam Farnsworth about his surprising silver medal in the steeplechase. “I still feel like I’m in a dream, it’s a lot to process,” Rooks told KSL TV. “It was incredible to…
Layton man arrested for attempting to drag toddler into his apartment and expose himself
LAYTON – A Layton man was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of attempted child abduction and lewdness at an apartment complex. Probable cause documents state that police received a report late Wednesday evening that 53-year-old Scott Kenneth Orme exposed himself to…
Driver crashed into tree and was rescued from burning car
HIGHLANDS — A 17-year-old was taken to hospital and rescued from his burning car after colliding with a tree. According to a post from the Lone Peak Fire Department, an off-duty Lone Peak Police Department officer was on his way…
Clay Pit wildfire spreads to 200 acres near Saratoga Springs
SARATOGA SPRINGS, Utah County — A new wildfire quickly spread to about 200 acres in the Saratoga Springs area Wednesday evening. Saratoga Springs officials told KSL TV that the Clay Pit Fire started around 5 p.m. as a brush fire…
