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Emails show FBI Director Patel's Hawaii trip included 'VIP snorkel' at a Pearl Harbor memorial

Jim Mustian, Eric Tucker and Michael Biesecker, Associated Press  |  Updated May 16 - 12:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Government emails obtained by the Associated Press show that FBI Director Kash Patel went on a "VIP snorkel" session last summer at the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor.

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The consequences of resource-starved policing in Indian Country

Lauren Steele, Deseret News  |  Posted May 16 - 11:50 a.m.  |  Save Story

On March 2, 2024, two men ran into a snowstorm and through an Idaho field. Only one walked out alive. What happened — and what does it say about justice in Indian Country?

Israel's military says Gaza strike kills Hamas armed wing leader Haddad

Nidal al-Mughrabi and Alexander Cornwell, Reuters  |  Updated May 16 - 11:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

Israel's military on Saturday said it had killed the chief of Hamas' military wing in an air ​strike on Gaza the previous day, the most senior Hamas official killed by Israel since October.

'A wake up call': Utah man who shot victim during a robbery avoids prison

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted May 16 - 11:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

Three men who admitted to firing shots in Murray during a drug robbery in April 2025 have been sentenced to jail and probation.

Lawmakers push for AI data center moratoriums as more states consider projects

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted May 16 - 10:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

A pair of progressive lawmakers in Congress are teaming up to push for a moratorium on the construction of AI data centers until nationwide safeguards are put in place.

How Utah homeowners can navigate water conservation efforts and HOA regulations

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted May 16 - 10:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

As Utah homeowners are urged to water less during ongoing drought conditions, it may cause friction with what the HOA requires.

Sevier middle school students honor veterans through America 250 mural

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted May 16 - 9:13 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sevier County middle schoolers hope to bring the community together through a mural they designed at a local park to honor veterans and commemorate the country's 250th anniversary.

KSL's Mini 5: Anasazi State Park

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted May 16 - 8:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

Visiting Anasazi State Park Museum takes a little effort. The park is located in Boulder, in Garfield County, between a long, winding canyon road and a long, winding mountain road.

Owl found stuck in a concrete mixer is on the mend and flying free

Thomas Peipert, Associated Press  |  Posted May 16 - 8:11 a.m.  |  Save Story

A great horned owl found stuck in a concrete mixer in Kanab is now flying free after recovering at an animal sanctuary.

3 indicted in separate Utah drug cases with combined seizures of 230 pounds of narcotics

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted May 16 - 7:38 a.m.  |  Save Story

Three men have been indicted in three separate drug trafficking cases in Utah with a combined total of more than 230 pounds of seized narcotics.

Salt Lake City airport to receive share of FAA's $970M for family-friendly traveling

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 16 - 7:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

It'll soon be easier for families to breeze through security lines at the Salt Lake City International Airport.

Summer, sunshine and science: Physics Day at Lagoon

Emily Walker, Deseret News  |  Posted May 15 - 10:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Thousands of students flooded Lagoon's amusement park Friday not just to ride rides, but to learn the science behind them.

US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland

Phil Stewart, Reuters  |  Posted May 15 - 10:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Pentagon has canceled plans to deploy 4,000 U.S.-based troops to Poland, two U.S. officials said, in a surprise decision slammed by lawmakers.

Salt Lake police to expand drone first-responder program as it eyes safety, efficiency

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted May 15 - 10:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Police said Wednesday they intended to expand their drone "first responder" program in the coming weeks after seeing positive resolutions to cases, as well as improved efficiency.

'Such a special place': Joshua Bassett returns to Salt Lake City, gives message on recovery, faith

Margaret Darby, Deseret News  |  Posted May 15 - 9:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Actor Joshua Barrett, a cast member in "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series," returned to East High School on Friday to share a message on hope and faith.

Sister of man killed by Taylorsville officer speaks out after manslaughter charge

Courtney Johns, KSL  |  Posted May 15 - 9:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

The family of Henry Chavez Jr., who was killed in a Taylorsville police shooting, is speaking out after an officer was charged with manslaughter.

'It's a miracle': Utah girl stuck with father in Colombia gets visa, returns home

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted May 15 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah girl who was stuck in Colombia with her father for more than two months is back at home after U.S. officials reversed an earlier decision to deny her a visa.

FBI offers $200K reward to catch ex-Air Force specialist wanted on espionage charges in Iran

Associated Press  |  Updated May 15 - 8:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

The FBI is offering a $200,000 reward for information leading to the capture of Monica Elfriede Witt, a former U.S. Air Force specialist who defected to Iran in 2013.

Major esports tournament comes to downtown Salt Lake

Tyrese Boone, KSL  |  Posted May 15 - 8:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The BLAST R6 Major is bringing elite esports competition to downtown Salt Lake City as eight of the world's top Rainbow Six Siege teams compete for a share of a $600,000 prize pool.

Utah health department has recouped much of $50M lost in drug rebates due to error

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted May 15 - 7:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Department of Health and Human Services lost almost $50 million in drug rebates, due to a technical error. On Wednesday it announced it has recouped $36 million.

Utah, federal officials urge bear safety after recent attacks in the West

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 15 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah and federal wildlife officials are advising hikers to be aware of bears as the peak outdoor recreation season begins after two high-profile incidents at Western national parks.

Supreme Court rebuffs Virginia Democrats in bid for new voting map

John Kruzel, Reuters  |  Posted May 15 - 6:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a bid by Virginia Democrats to revive a map designed to help their party wrest ​control of the House of Representatives in November's midterm elections.

Zavier Gozo's star is rising with Real Salt Lake. How much longer will he be in Utah?

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted May 15 - 6:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah-born attacker scored his team-high fifth goal of the season Wednesday in a 3-0 win over Houston. But as success grows, calls for a U.S. men's national team berth and move to Europe grow louder.