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Fire crews are working tirelessly to contain the Yellow Lake Fire, which continues to burn in the Uinta Mountains.

KEARNS, Utah — In the high-stakes world of hockey, the battle on the ice often plays out like a comic book. But in this story, the heroes aren't the forwards or defensemen... they are the goalies.

SALEM, Utah — This week, FOX 13 News is focusing on the pressures facing Utah teens. To start, we are taking a look at the issue of loneliness that teens are facing.

With academic demands, extracurricular responsibilities, and the expectations tied to their sport, the pressure on high school athletes is intense and growing. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), about 60% of high school athletes report moderate to extreme levels of stress related to their sport, and one-quarter say that stress negatively impacts their performance.

A new push could take the ability to hear dispatch scanners away. Some agencies are saying it's to protect the public, while others disagree.

SALT LAKE CITY — The University of Utah football team hasn't always looked great on the field this season, but the Utes will sport a winning look when they face Iowa State on Saturday at Rice-Eccles Stadium.

For Dan Sorensen, October 5th is a day he will never forget a day when his heart stopped, but thanks to a group of good Samaritans, Sorensen is alive today to share his remarkable story.

Santa & Mrs. Claus visit babies & parents in Draper hospital's NICU Prev Next As a part of our series, FOX 13's 12 Days of Holiday Cheer, we traveled to MountainStar's Lone Peak Hospital where Santa visited some babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Posted 8 minutes ago DRAPER, Utah — As a part of our series, FOX 13's 12 Days of Holiday Cheer, we traveled to MountainStar's Lone Peak Hospital where Santa visited some babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). With all the nurses and doctors working hard around the clock and parents being worried about their new bundles of joy, Santa brought some much-needed comfort to them. So to tell their beautiful tale, I wrote our story in the style of The Night Before Christmas, and I hope you enjoy! ‘Twas was the week before Christmas, and up at the North Pole, Santa noticed his list was getting quite full. Checking his schedule, he said, “I'll make time for this,” As he gathered the reindeer with bliss. So he hopped on his sleigh and then to a fire truck to see Arriving at Lone Peak Hospital to find who they could be. “What do you want for Christmas?” he explained warmly to a child. To see him in person for them was really quite wild. But Santa was on a mission to find The source of those added to his list for being kind. Greeting everyone and exploring the hospital with a smile. He found who he was looking for, adorned in Christmas style. Newborn babies in the NICU, wearing all red and white. It was enough Christmas spirit for Santa's midnight flight. “It almost brings tears to your eyes, because it's so precious to see,” He told us with glee. Each one personally added to the nice list for this holiday tradition, As these little ones were good all around. No need to audition! But there were others added to the nice list too, In the last few weeks, their babies in queue. The mothers and fathers who delivered their newborn bundles of joy, Will also be on the nice list alongside their new girl or boy. Having your newborn in the NICU is a hard time for all, But these parents are strong with this great curveball. Parents like Kimberlee and her new little boy, Houston, Have had a difficult time caring for this new Utahn. “It was probably the scariest thing I've had to do having Houston at 33 weeks. We're really proud of him, and seen a lot of miracles within the last week and a half. He is a little fighter,” Kimberlee told us, and no doubt he makes the holiday a lot brighter. The visit from the Kringles meant quite a ton To these mothers alongside the new daughter or son. "Just nice to feel a grandparent kind of presence,” Said Kimberlee, because for her, Houston is the best kind of present. But it was the health care workers that truly deserved the loudest cheer. “I'm grateful for them,” Kimberlee said, “and all of the nurses here.” In order to make Christmas happen, Santa had to get back. To be here, making sure to have his sleigh filled with his big present sack. And I heard him exclaim as he left our interview for his flight, Merry Christmas to all, especially these newborns, and to all a good night. Copyright 2024 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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AMERICAN FORK, Utah — Is there anything more satisfying than a sweet treat during the holidays?

The holiday season means lots of shopping and lots of travel but what happens when you combine the two? Stores at Salt Lake City International Airport are seeing a blend of both as Christmas nears.