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Crypto super PACs have raised more than $100M, report says
Hannah Lang, Reuters | Posted May 6 - 4:07 p.m. | Save Story
Political groups tied to the cryptocurrency industry have raised more than $102 million to spend on the upcoming U.S. congressional elections in order to elevate candidates who are friendly to digital assets, according to a report from Public Citizen.
Have You Seen This? Country singer finds voice again with AI after suffering a stroke
Ashley Fredde, KSL.com | Posted May 6 - 3:45 p.m. | Save Story
With the help of a computer program that generates an AI-version of Randy Travis' voice, the country star who suffered a stroke has released a new song
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Fate of Gaza cease-fire uncertain, Israel vows to continue Rafah operation
Mohammed Salem, Nidal al-Mughrabi and Ari Rabinovitch, Reuters | Updated May 6 - 3:37 p.m. | Save Story
Palestinian militant group Hamas on Monday agreed to a Gaza cease-fire proposal from mediators, but Israel said the terms did not meet its demands and pressed ahead with strikes in Rafah while planning to continue negotiations on a deal.
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Judge warns Trump of potential jail time for violating gag order
Jack Queen, Luc Cohen and Andy Sullivan, Reuters | Updated May 6 - 3:21 p.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.
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Low cost MRI for $399 available without a doctor's order and without insurance
Taylormed MRI | Posted May 6 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Getting an MRI can be costly and take weeks to get after visiting a doctor. One walk-in MRI clinic is hoping to disrupt this tedious process.
'I don't think there's any debate': Rudy Gobert could miss playoff game after birth of son
Ryan Miller, KSL.com | Posted May 6 - 2:49 p.m. | Save Story
Gobert's first child, a baby boy, was delivered Monday morning. It's uncertain whether he'll be able to travel back to Denver in time for the second game against the Nuggets.
Russia announces nuclear drills after Western officials talk of deepening involvement in Ukraine
Associated Press | Posted May 6 - 2:35 p.m. | Save Story
Russia's Defense Ministry says it plans to hold drills simulating the use of battlefield nuclear weapons. The announcement Monday came days after the Kremlin reacted angrily to comments by senior Western officials about the war in Ukraine.
Katherine Heigl reveals some of her go-to restaurants in Utah
Lottie Elizabeth Johnson, Deseret News | Posted May 6 - 2:07 p.m. | Save Story
After living in Los Angeles for two decades, "Grey's Anatomy" star Katherine Heigl decided to raise her family outside of Hollywood, swapping the fast-paced lifestyle for small-town living in Summit County.
Lori Daybell's niece testifies about zombies, castings at Chad Daybell's murder trial
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Updated May 6 - 1:59 p.m. | Save Story
Jurors heard testimony on Monday from Melani Pawlowski and her husband, Ian Pawlowski, about the influence Chad Daybell had over their small religious group.
Flooding remains around Houston after hundreds of rescues and evacuations
Jamie Stengleand Lekan Oyekanmi, Associated Press | Updated May 6 - 1:06 p.m. | Save Story
Floodwaters have closed some Texas schools after days of heavy rains pummeled the Houston area and left hundreds of people in need of rescue. Authorities say a 4-year-old boy died after being swept away in fast waters.
Woman charged with murder for role in alleged suicide pact with friend
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted May 6 - 12:47 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah County woman who allegedly shot and killed her friend as part of a suicide pact, but then did not shoot herself, has been charged with murder.
'He's going to be missed': Lengthy procession carries fallen Santaquin officer home
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Updated May 6 - 12:21 p.m. | Save Story
The body of a fallen Santaquin police sergeant was sent home Monday with a police escort.
Nervous about falling behind the GOP, Democrats are wrestling with how to use AI
Courtney Subramanian, Associated Press | Updated May 6 - 12:12 p.m. | Save Story
The Biden campaign and top Democrats are wrestling with how best to use artificial intelligence, exposing the party's anxiety over falling behind Republicans in the race to deploy technology that could transform the future of elections.
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Research shows the religious are happier. The question is why
Stephen Cranney, Deseret News | Posted May 6 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
Research shows a well-established association between religion and happiness in a myriad of different ways in our lives. So, will sitting in the pews and praying be the sure cure for what ails us?
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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.
Ben Criddle: BYU basketball's most valuable addition may not be who you think
Ben Criddle for KSL.com | Posted May 6 - 10:55 a.m. | Save Story
After a very brief, albeit immensely impactful introduction, Brandon Dunson forged a strong connection with Kevin Young immediately.
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.
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