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No cease-fire deal reached in Gaza, Israeli official says

Mohammed Salem and Nidal al-Mughrabi, Reuters  |  Updated May 6 - 11:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

An Israeli official said on Monday no cease-fire had been agreed in Gaza, after Hamas said it had accepted a proposal from Egyptian and Qatari mediators.

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Take in the breathtaking sights of Iceland with Utah tour group

Dick Jensen & Alan McKay Tours  |  Posted May 6 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

There are many reasons to add Iceland to your travel itinerary next year. In addition to its natural wonders, the country also has a rich and storied Viking history.

University of Utah faculty pen letter criticizing protest response, ask for divestment from Israel

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted May 6 - 11:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Over 200 faculty have signed an open letter to University of Utah President Taylor Randall criticizing the school's protest response to a pair of pro-Palestinian protests last week.

Southern Utah woman charged with multiple counts of animal abuse after dog bites teen girl

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted May 6 - 11:09 a.m.  |  Save Story

A southern Utah woman is facing criminal charges after police found multiple malnourished dogs on her property. Two dogs escaped her yard and bit a teen girl, police say.

Family of Dylan Rounds announces nonprofit in his memory

Mark Jones, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 6 - 10:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

The family of an Idaho resident whose body was found in Utah has created a nonprofit to be a beacon of hope and support for families who suffer the loss of a loved one.

Judge warns Trump of potential jail time for violating gag order

Jack Queen, Luc Cohen and Andy Sullivan, Reuters  |  Updated May 6 - 10:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

The judge in Donald Trump's criminal trial fined him $1,000 and held him in contempt of court for a 10th time on Monday for violating a gag order and warned that further violations could land the former president in jail.

Fewer low-income Americans took out mortgages in 2023, study says

Kannaki Deka, Reuters  |  Updated May 6 - 10:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

Fewer low-income Americans took out mortgage loans last year than 2020, real estate broker Redfin said in a report on Monday, as steep interest rates make buying a home less affordable.

Utah NHL club's training facility will be built in Sandy

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted May 6 - 9:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Shops at South Town will soon be home to an NHL training facility.

Procession to honor fallen Santaquin police officer Monday

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted May 6 - 9:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

The body of a fallen Santaquin police officer will be going home Monday.

Chad Daybell murder trial begins 5th week in Boise

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted May 6 - 8:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

FBI agent Steve Daniels will return to the witness stand on Monday to continue his testimony in the murder trial for Chad Daybell.

Mitt Romney praises Kyrsten Sinema, explains why he thinks she became 'toxic' to Democrats

Suzanne Bates, Deseret News  |  Posted May 6 - 7:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sen. Mitt Romney had high praise for his colleague Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, crediting her with bringing senators together from both major parties to pass legislation, and for standing up for the filibuster at a time when she was pressured to change the Senate rules to see it eliminated.

Hope and healing possible for those hurt by pornography, Elder Renlund says

Hanna Seariac, Deseret News  |  Posted May 6 - 7:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

Elder Dale G. Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offered hope to those who feel lost at the Utah Coalition Against Pornography conference at the Salt Palace Convention Center on Saturday.

How to watch the first crewed flight of Boeing's long-awaited Starliner spacecraft

Jackie Wattles, CNN  |  Posted May 6 - 6:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

Boeing's spaceflight program may reach a significant milestone Monday night with the launch of its Starliner spacecraft, carrying — at long last — two NASA astronauts to orbit.

Ryan Smith emerging as new power broker in the sports industry

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted May 6 - 6:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

Experts say Ryan Smith is on the path to become a power broker in the sports industry after buying multiple teams, with the Arizona Coyotes being the latest.

Delegation that visited Utah visited the French Alps. Will France host 2030 Winter Games?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted May 5 - 10:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Even though questions remain about a 2030 Winter Games in the French Alps, France's bid team seemed assured after a visit by the same International Olympic Committee delegation that came to Utah last month.

Biden awards the Medal of Freedom to Nancy Pelosi, Medgar Evers, Michelle Yeoh and 16 others

Darlene Superville, Associated Press  |  Posted May 5 - 9:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, slain civil rights activist Medgar Evers and actor Michelle Yeoh are among a diverse group of 19 people who have received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Joe Biden.

Growing concerns for the future of Abravanel Hall

Carole Mikita, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 5 - 9:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

Following the announcement of an NHL team and plans for a sports and entertainment district, there have been questions about the future of the Salt Lake County owned Abravanel Hall.

$400M boost in federal funds for security at places of worship

Associated Press  |  Posted May 5 - 8:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has announced a $400 million increase in federal funding for security in houses of worship.

Romney, Secretary of State Antony Blinken explore progress in Middle East, Ukraine, China

Suzanne Bates, Deseret News  |  Posted May 5 - 7:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

Israelis and Palestinians have both been "absolutely traumatized" by the subsequent war in Gaza, Secretary of State Antony Blinken told Utah Sen. Mitt Romney Friday.