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Warner Bros. signs $110B deal with Paramount, its executive discloses in town hall

Karol Badohal and Harshita Mary Varghese, Reuters  |  Updated Feb. 27 - 4:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Warner Bros. Discovery has agreed to be acquired by Paramount Skydance in a $110 billion deal ​signed Friday morning, according to an audio clip of a global town hall by the company.

Utah lawmakers give nod to bill tweaking controversial alternative incorporation route

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 4:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah lawmakers have favorably recommended a bill that tweaks a controversial alternative incorporation route that critics say gives developers too much power.

Have You Seen This? Kids explain curling

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 3:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

In this video, children explain the rules of curling while some Canadian curlers act out those rules. The kids get things mostly right, as far as I can tell.

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How to elegantly capture your wedding day moments

Timelessly Yours  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

It's easy to confuse a wedding content creator with a traditional photographer or videographer, but one difference lies in the tools they use and their turnaround time.

Utah man, 57, dies days after being caught in Big Cottonwood Canyon avalanche

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Updated Feb. 27 - 2:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 57-year-old man died days after being buried in an avalanche in Big Cottonwood Canyon Saturday, the sheriff's office confirmed Thursday.

US surpasses 1,100 measles cases in 2 months. Expect more deaths next

Deidre McPhillips, CNN  |  Updated Feb. 27 - 2:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

The US has recorded more than 1,100 measles cases so far this year, according to data published Friday by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It's a troubling milestone that has many in public health bracing for the worst.

$80K raised for 90-year-old designer of 'He-Man Masters of the Universe' toys

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 1:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Over $80,000 has been raised for 91-year-old Roger Sweet, the creator of the "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe" toy line, to assist with care following a fall.

Pakistan bombs targets in Afghan cities; minister calls it 'open war'

Mohammad Yunus Yawar, Reuters  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 1:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Pakistan bombed Taliban government targets in Afghanistan's major cities overnight, officials from both countries said Friday, with Pakistan's ​defense minister describing it as "open war."

Utah man convicted of murder arrested in California after escaping federal custody

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 12:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah man convicted of murder, aggravated sexual assault and fraud, among several other crimes, was arrested in California on Wednesday after escaping federal custody in January.

Will UVU sports teams be allowed to play in the postseason?

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 12:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Valley University sports teams will be allowed to play in upcoming Western Athletic Conference postseason tournaments amid an ongoing legal dispute between the school and the league over exit fees.

Salt Lake officer cut by man wielding 'ninja star' deemed legally justified in fatal shooting

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 11:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Salt Lake police officer who shot and killed a man during a bizarre traffic stop that the victim wasn't even a part of, was found to be legally justified in using deadly force.

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Upcoming Family Concert Series features work of local musical artist

Utah Symphony | Utah Opera  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Symphony's March Family Concert Series features the premier of a new musical work from Provo composer Andrew Maxfield.

Bill Clinton to lawmakers investigating Epstein: 'I saw nothing'

Richard Cowan, Reuters  |  Updated Feb. 27 - 11:19 a.m.  |  Save Story

Bill Clinton told lawmakers on Friday that he "saw nothing that gave me pause" when he spent time with Jeffrey Epstein, as the former president gave closed-door testimony.

With NCAA Tournament chances on the bubble, Utah's path begins at home against Arizona

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 11:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah women's basketball is squarely on the bubble.

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Was Trump's first year a success? A failure? What our new poll says

Jennifer Graham, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 11:14 a.m.  |  Save Story

The people who call Trump's first year a success includes a large share of Latter-day Saints and a surprising number of self-identified liberals.

It often starts quietly: What to know about heart valve disease

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 11:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Heart valve disease can start quietly, with symptoms you might just chalk up to getting older. However, health experts say catching it early can make a big difference.

30 years after Pokémon's release, fans are still trying to catch 'em all

Jaimie Ding And Liam Mcewan, Associated Press  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 10:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

In the 30 years since Pokémon debuted in Japan with the 1996 release of Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green for Nintendo Game Boy, its popularity continues with fans young and old.

Should Utah colleges and universities embrace new technologies? Experts discuss

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 10:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Pennsylvania professor, author challenges norms in traditional higher education at UVU town hall on Thursday.

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Experience New Zealand for $3,999 including airfare

Jensen and McKay Tours  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 10:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

If you're not one of the many who've made the trek to see the marvels of this spectacular land, now's your chance.

DOCUTAH Festival returns to St. George

Tyrese Boone, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 9:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

Filmmakers from across the country and around the world are in southern Utah as the DOCUTAH International Film Festival returns for its 16th year, running through Saturday, Feb. 28.

US advises embassy staff in Israel to leave now if they want, as risk of war hangs over Middle East

Sam Mednick and Sam Metz, Associated Press  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 9:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Embassy in Israel on Friday told its staff that it could leave the country and urged anyone considering departure to do so immediately, as the threat of an American strike on Iran looms.

University of Utah, Utah State University undergraduates showcase research at state Capitol

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 8:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

A diverse range of research topics from University of Utah and USU students were on display at the Capitol Thursday for the universities' annual Research on Capitol Hill day.

Watch live: Murder trial continues for Kamas mother accused of poisoning husband

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 8:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

A woman who testified she provided Kouri Richins with drugs will continue her testimony Friday in Richins' murder trial.