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Have You Seen This? Black bear breaks into unlocked car
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted May 5 - 3:28 p.m. | Save Story
A black bear let itself into an unlocked car while looking for food in Tennessee.
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Spain confirms it will receive hantavirus-hit cruise ship in Canary Islands
Aislinn Laing, Reuters | Updated May 5 - 3:22 p.m. | Save Story
The Spanish Health Ministry confirmed on Tuesday evening it would receive the MV Hondius in the Canary Islands "in accordance with international law and humanitarian principles."
Beyoncé, Bad Bunny and Janelle Monáe take artistic liberties with Met Gala dress code
Beatrice Dupuy, Associated Press | Updated May 5 - 2:00 p.m. | Save Story
Met Gala guests from Beyoncé and Naomi Osaka to Emma Chamberlain did not play it safe this year for the Met Gala, delivering custom works of art in honor of the dress code "Fashion is art."
Montpelier Idaho Temple will be dedicated in October following September open house
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted May 5 - 1:15 p.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Monday that the Montpelier Idaho Temple will be dedicated on Oct. 18 following an open house in September.
These were Utah's fastest-growing cities in 2025, according to the University of Utah
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated May 5 - 12:27 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's capital city remains the state's most populous city by a wide margin, but a new report finds that a pair of cities across northern Utah County are once again at the top in growth.
US says Iran ceasefire holds despite exchange of fire; UAE under attack
Idrees Ali, Phil Stewart and Yomna Ehab, Reuters | Updated May 5 - 12:27 p.m. | Save Story
The United Arab Emirates said it was under attack from Iranian missiles and drones on Tuesday, even as Washington said a shaky ceasefire was intact.
Murray power crew aids in electrifying homes on Navajo Nation
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted May 5 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
A crew from Murray City Power traveled to northern New Mexico last month to aid in powering homes on the Navajo Nation.
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More states jump into the redistricting race after Supreme Court ruling
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted May 5 - 11:57 a.m. | Save Story
Several states have already redrawn their maps ahead of the November midterms, and others are weighing changes of their own.
2 hikers injured in bear attack along popular Yellowstone attraction
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted May 5 - 11:39 a.m. | Save Story
Two hikers were injured in a bear attack near Old Faithful Monday afternoon, Yellowstone National Park officials said.
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viv Radiology offers patient centered imaging
viv Radiology | Posted May 5 - 11:30 a.m. | Save Story
By combining advanced MRI technology with transparent pricing and easy scheduling, viv Radiology is helping redefine how people can empower their health care.
Wall St rebounds as oil drops despite Middle East tensions
Niket Nishant and Utkarsh Hathi, Reuters | Updated May 5 - 11:00 a.m. | Save Story
Wall Street's main indexes recovered on Tuesday as oil prices fell despite renewed Middle East tensions that threatened to upend a fragile truce after the U.S. and Iran exchanged fire in the Gulf.
BYU, Utah State basketball rivalry will return in 2026
Mitch Harper, KSL | Posted May 5 - 10:51 a.m. | Save Story
On Tuesday, the in-state programs separated by 128 miles announced a two-game series that will begin in the 2026-27 season.
Here's what families in Utah and nationwide say about slumping US economy
Art Raymond, Deseret News | Posted May 5 - 10:10 a.m. | Save Story
New poll finds households in Utah and across the country united in their concern over how economic fallout from the Iran War is challenging their financial well-being.
Your 2026 Cinco de Mayo food deal guide
Emma Neff, Deseret News | Posted May 5 - 9:50 a.m. | Save Story
Cinco de Mayo, which is Spanish for May 5, commemorates the Mexican victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla. In 2026, Cinco de Mayo lines up with Taco Tuesday for a few extra promotions.
Rainmaker touts proof that cloud seeding delivers results
Eva Terry, Deseret News | Posted May 5 - 9:00 a.m. | Save Story
A private cloud-seeding company says it has unambiguously validated the effectiveness of its technology that announced on Monday it has produced 143 million gallons of fresh water.
Police identify man killed in crash on S.R. 59 near Hurricane
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted May 5 - 8:40 a.m. | Save Story
A 24-year-old man was killed in a multivehicle collision near Hurricane on Friday.
What to do if you encounter a mountain lion on the trail
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted May 5 - 8:05 a.m. | Save Story
As the weather starts to warm up and more people hit the state's many canyons and trails, wildlife officials are offering advice on what to do if you come across a mountain lion.
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The $182,000 Social Security mistake retirees never see coming
B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions and Advisors | Posted May 5 - 8:00 a.m. | Save Story
They say that people often underestimate how much their Social Security is worth in lifetime income – and this is a critical retirement planning mistake that could easily be avoided.
Utah plans to adjust wildlife management area access. Here's what is changing
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted May 5 - 7:40 a.m. | Save Story
Utahns will soon need a hunting, fishing or combination license or a "digital access permit" to access wildlife management areas. The new rule will apply to the Wasatch Front this summer.
Doris Fisher, Gap co-founder who helped reshape US casual style, dies at 94
Anne D'innocenzio, Associated Press | Updated May 5 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
Doris Fisher, who co-founded the iconic clothing chain The Gap Inc. in 1969 with her late husband Don, has died. She was 94.
Britney Spears pleads guilty to reckless driving in DUI case, sentenced to 12 months probation
Chelsea Hylton, KCAL | Updated May 5 - 6:51 a.m. | Save Story
Britney Spears pleaded guilty to reckless driving on Monday, a lesser charge that will allow her to avoid jail after she was charged with a misdemeanor of driving under the influence following her arrest in March.
Dry winter raises wildfire concerns, fire chiefs warn
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted May 5 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
A dry winter across Utah is raising concerns about wildfire danger earlier than usual this year.
Roy man sentenced to 10 years to life for sexual misconduct with 2 young girls
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted May 4 - 10:30 p.m. | Save Story
A Roy man was sentenced to prison Friday for sexual misconduct involving a 10-year-old girl and a 14-year-old girl.
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