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Utah Jazz guaranteed no worse than 5th best lottery odds after OKC loss

Ben Anderson, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 10:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Jazz dropped their ninth straight game, falling to the Oklahoma City Thunder 146-111.

Paramount in talks for Gulf backing in Warner takeover, WSJ reports

Reuters  |  Updated April 5 - 9:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Paramount Skydance is in talks to secure signed equity ​commitments of almost $24 billion from three sovereign wealth funds led by Saudi Arabia to help ‌back its takeover of Warner Bros Discovery.

After 49 straight seasons, Red Rocks miss first-ever nationals in program history

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 8:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

All streaks have to come to an end at some point. And after 49 straight nationals appearances — the longest running in the NCAA — the Red Rocks had their streak come to an end Sunday night.

Video shows fox attacking woman

Logan Hall and Neal Riley, CNN  |  Updated April 5 - 8:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A potentially rabid fox attacked a woman in Worcester, Massachusetts Friday in an incident that was captured on video.

Police car chases result in 8 deaths around US in less than a week

Associated Press  |  Updated April 5 - 7:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

A series of police pursuits have led to at least eight deaths around the country in less than a week amid ongoing calls from some law enforcement experts to curb risky high speed car chases.

Utah consumer sentiment increases despite national sentiment decline, war in Iran

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 7:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

When it comes to thoughts on economic conditions, Utahns generally have a better outlook than the rest of the country.

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Here's how to get your free copy of 'Putting On Christ'

Vescovo Buonarroti Art, LLC  |  Posted April 5 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

"Putting on Christ" by author Steven Anthony Bishop seeks to inspire those who are diligent truth seekers. And now interested readers can get an e-book version for free.

Colorado City family remembers dad who 'chose love' when others didn't always get to

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 6:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gregory Barlow, 52, died unexpectedly on March 29. His children reflect on their parents' love story that they say was "forbidden" due to their beliefs.

Fighting demons to conquer a monster: Utahn sets record in 300-mile race across Arizona desert

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 5:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah native Michael McKnight overcame mental and physical hurdles to break the record for the Arizona Monster 300, a 304-mile race through the Sonoran Desert.

Man arrested after police say he stripped naked in front of general conference crowd

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 4:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man was arrested at Temple Square in Salt Lake City Saturday after police say that he disrobed in front of "thousands" of people who had come for general conference.

UCLA storms past South Carolina to claim its 1st NCAA women's basketball title

Doug Feinberg, Associated Press  |  Updated April 5 - 4:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

It's mission accomplished for UCLA.

Sunday afternoon session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference

KSL.com staff  |  Updated April 5 - 4:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Saturday morning session of the April 2026 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Have You Seen This? Former Salt Lake Bee Jo Adell robs 3 homers in a game

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 3:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jo Adell, who once spent parts of four seasons with the Salt Lake Bees, saved the day for the Angels on Saturday with three home run robberies.

General conference special: 'Perpetual education: 25 years of hope and opportunity'

Angie Denison, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 1:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

For 25 years, the Perpetual Education Fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has opened doors of opportunity around the world — empowering more than 135,000 individuals across 80+ countries.

General conference special: 'Shining bright: Brazil's rising generation'

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 1:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Across the vibrant nation of Brazil, a rising generation of youth is igniting hope, strengthening families and inspiring communities with their unwavering faith in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Sunday morning session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference

KSL.com staff  |  Updated April 5 - 12:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Saturday morning session of the April 2026 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

General conference special: 'President Dallin H. Oaks: Defender of faith & freedom'

Carole Mikita, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

In a time of transition and reflection, "President Dallin H. Oaks: Defender of faith & freedom" explores the life, legacy, and prophetic calling of President Dallin H. Oaks, the 18th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Pilot flies airplanes without arms, speaks to others about what's possible

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 11:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

A pilot who was once scared of flying is now inspiring future pilots. Jessica Cox, born without arms, was one of them and can almost laugh about it now.

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How these BYU students are spreading joy — one flower at a time

Hayden Madson, Deseret News  |  Posted April 5 - 11:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Since February, Carl Huynh and his friends have been lifting spirits through simple acts of service.

Pope Leo urges peace in first Easter Mass

Colleen Barry and Paolo Santalucia, Associated Press  |  Posted April 5 - 10:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

Pope Leo XIV has celebrated his first Easter Mass as pontiff, urging peace through dialogue and calling for an end to conflicts worldwide.

South Florida dad heads home after nearly 7-year wait for lifesaving heart transplant

Bri Buckley, WFOR via CNN  |  Posted April 5 - 9:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

After nearly seven years of waiting, Chevon Byfield finally has a new heart. The journey to get there, though, certainly wasn't easy.

18-inch hot dog? Pretzel bat? Inside Salt Lake Bees' wild new food items

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 9:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake Bees entered the ballpark foodie wars this season with what might be the biggest hot dog on the minor league market, and other unique items.

International group critiques Utah transgender review cited by congressional Democrats

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted April 5 - 9:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

An international group released a report on Thursday critiquing a Utah review of youth transgender treatments, though the review has largely been ignored by state lawmakers.