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American Legion doing 'Buddy Checks' as part of America 250 celebrations

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 10:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

At the Bennion Veterans Home in Payson on Monday, members of the American Legion visited with residents as part of a nationwide effort called "Buddy Checks."

Mammoth end Stars' 15-game point streak with 6-3 road win

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 9:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mammoth entered Monday's game on a four-game losing streak and they received plenty of contributions to end the Stars' 15-game point streak with a 6-3 win.

Utah approves 7 new productions projected to bring $12.6 million economic impact

Margaret Darby, Deseret News  |  Posted March 16 - 9:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's growing reputation as an entertainment hub is set to expand further, as the state will serve as the backdrop for seven upcoming film productions.

Tuesday is caucus night in Utah. Here's how you can participate

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 9:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's election season will shift into full gear Tuesday evening as voters across the state will gather in local caucus meetings to elect party delegates and precinct officers.

Cannabis shows little benefit for most mental disorders, data review finds

Sriparna Roy, Reuters  |  Updated March 16 - 8:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Cannabis-based medicines have shown little evidence of effectiveness for treating most mental health ​and substance-use disorders, according to a large review of past studies published Monday.

Payson students train future service dogs

Tyrese Boone, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 7:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

A group of students at Payson High School are making a difference outside the classroom by helping train service dogs for people in need.

Did you know the Olympic rings now make a sound?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted March 16 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Now, there's a sound associated with the Olympic rings.

Cougars embracing new roles in quest for more March magic

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 6:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

During a week in Kansas City that included a late-night trip to Insomnia cookies on a hotel bell cart, BYU embraced a new identity led by a "think less, play more" defense and commitment to rebounding.

Number of US troops wounded in war against Iran rises to about 200

Reuters  |  Updated March 16 - 5:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

The number of U.S. troops wounded ​in the war against Iran has risen to about 200, the U.S. ‌military said on Monday, as the conflict entered its ⁠third week.

Utah Inland Port Authority establishing new project area in Duchesne County

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 5:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

With the backing of local leaders, the Utah Inland Port Authority on Monday approved the creation of the Black Gold Project Area in Duchesne County.

US judge blocks efforts to reshape childhood vaccine policy

Nate Raymond, Reuters  |  Updated March 16 - 4:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal judge on Monday blocked key parts of ​Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s effort to reshape U.S. vaccine policy, including a move to reduce the number of ‌shots routinely recommended for children.

Jurors now deliberating in murder trial for Kamas mom accused of fatally poisoning husband

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Updated March 16 - 4:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Prosecutors argue evidence shows Kouri Richins planned her husband's murder well in advance. Her attorneys say the evidence is "paper thin."

Police identify 2 men killed in collision near Heber City

Matt Brooks, KSL  |  Updated March 16 - 4:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two men died Saturday in a collision involving two vehicles near Heber City, east of Strawberry Reservoir.

Proposed 180-foot hotel east of downtown appears to hit snag in Salt Lake City Council

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 4:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City leaders recently expressed an unwillingness to support a rezone for a hotel east of downtown, following negative recommendations from planners.

Heavy weekend winds leave 'heartbreaking' damage in central Utah

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted March 16 - 2:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

High winds late Saturday left damage across areas of Utah and Emery counties, and the cleanup was expected to take days in some places.

Thousands of meatpacking workers walk off the job in first strike in 40 years

Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN  |  Updated March 16 - 2:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Thousands of meatpacking workers walked off the job at a JBS-owned plant in Colorado on Monday in the industry's first strike in 40 years.

First lady Abby Cox discusses challenges facing Utah kids with educators and business leaders

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Updated March 16 - 2:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

It's a crucial moment in Utah for K-12 education, with the role of technology in distracting students being a leading concern.

Cuba's national electric grid collapses, leaving millions without power

Dave Sherwood, Reuters  |  Posted March 16 - 1:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Cuba's national electric grid collapsed ​on Monday leaving around 10 million people without power amid ‌a U.S.-imposed oil blockade that has crippled the island's already obsolete ⁠generation system.

Here's who is running for each of Utah's 4 congressional seats

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated March 16 - 1:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

See who is running for Utah's four congressional seats this year.

Utah Democrats test limits of progressive politics in new blue district. Is this what voters want?

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Updated March 16 - 12:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Most Democratic candidates for Utah's new — and very blue — 1st Congressional District participated in a town hall on Monday where they unanimously accused Israel of genocide, endorsed transgender treatments for minors and called for abolishing ICE.

White House chief of staff Susie Wiles has early-stage breast cancer, will continue working

Steve Holland, Bhargav Acharya and Katharine Jackson, Reuters  |  Posted March 16 - 11:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Susie Wiles, the first woman to serve as White House chief of ​staff, has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer but will continue working while undergoing treatment, President Donald Trump said on Monday.

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Spring home maintenance that can lower energy costs year-round

Enbridge  |  Posted March 16 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

As spring nears, many homeowners begin turning their attention to seasonal maintenance and home improvement projects.

Theft at Deer Valley hotel thwarted by snow

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated March 16 - 11:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man who police say spent six hours going through a Deer Valley hotel and stealing thousands of dollars worth of items was caught after his truck got stuck in the snow.