Zion National Park employee badly burned, recovering from blast injuries

Florida man arrested, accused of kidnapping Utah teen to marry her

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 28 - 10:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Florida man was charged Monday with kidnapping a 17-year-old girl in Eagle Mountain. Police say he intended to marry her. He was arrested in Wyoming.

Conclave to elect a new pope will start on May 7 as cardinals get to know one another

Nicole Winfield and Colleen Barry, Associated Press  |  Updated April 28 - 9:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Vatican says the conclave to elect a successor to Pope Francis will begin on May 7. The date was chief on the agenda of cardinals holding informal meetings Monday to work out church business following the April 21 death of Pope Francis.

Suspected gunman arrested in 2nd murder investigation in 3 years

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 28 - 9:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man previously charged with murder for a fatal gang-related shooting in 2022 was arrested again over the weekend after police say he shot and killed a man in South Salt Lake.

Denver Broncos 'projecting' with Caleb Lohner's potential after unusual path to NFL

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted April 28 - 9:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Caleb Lohner wasn't like most — probably all? — of the other 256 players selected in this year's NFL draft.

Photo gallery: Firefighter challenge showcases the best in the West

Scott Winterton, Deseret News  |  Posted April 28 - 8:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

An appreciative crowd cheered on the competitors and each other Friday during the SERVPRO FCL 2025 West Region Classic at the Utah State Fairpark and Event Center.

How Utahns think the US should deal with Russia-Ukraine war

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted April 28 - 8:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump vowed on the campaign trail to end the Russia-Ukraine war within 24 hours of taking office.

Evacuation order lifted following gas leak in area of South Salt Lake

Matt Brooks, KSL.com  |  Updated April 28 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

An evacuation order was lifted Monday morning following a gas leak in the area of 3300 South to 3500 South and West Temple to 200 West in South Salt Lake Sunday.

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Utah woman loses 100 pounds in one year: Here's how

Health Utah  |  Posted April 28 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

When Angie showed up at Health Utah, she was struggling with fibromyalgia, extreme fatigue, insulin resistance, depression, systemic inflammation and metabolic syndrome.

Poll: Utah residents weigh in on fluoride ban

Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News  |  Posted April 28 - 7:48 a.m.  |  Save Story

Do Utahns want fluoride in their drinking water? A new poll underscores the contentious nature of what played out during this last legislative session amid intense and emotional hearings at the state Capitol regarding dental health and what's in your water.

Major power outage reported in Spain and Portugal, including their capitals

Renata Brito and Barry Hatton, Associated Press  |  Posted April 28 - 7:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

A major power outage hit Spain and Portugal on Monday, including their capitals, knocking out subway networks, phone lines, traffic lights and ATMs.

How the U.'s Master of Business Creation is fostering scores of student-entrepreneurs

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 28 - 6:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

The University of Utah's Master of Business Creation program has become a launch pad for hundreds of local student-entrepreneurs who are committed to growing their startup company.

Swire Coca-Cola working to repair soda machines and coolers in sustainable way

Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 27 - 10:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Coca-Cola vending machines, soda fountains and coolers we all see at gas stations and restaurants are refurbished at the Swire Coca-Cola facility in Draper.

7-year-old takes car for 'joyride' with younger sister, Ogden police say

Matt Brooks, KSL.com  |  Updated April 27 - 9:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

A car not staying in one lane was later determined to be driven by a 7-year-old on a joyride with his younger sister, Ogden police said Sunday.

Suspect arrested in Homeland Security Secretary Noem's purse theft

Associated Press  |  Updated April 27 - 9:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

Officials say a suspect has been arrested in connection with last week's theft of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's purse as she ate at a Washington, D.C., restaurant.

Murder charges filed against suspect in ramming attack on Vancouver street festival that killed 11

Jim Morris and Rob Gillies, Associated Press  |  Updated April 27 - 8:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Murder charges were filed Sunday against a suspect in a car ramming attack that killed 11 people between the ages of 5 and 65 at a Filipino heritage festival in Vancouver.

FBI targets global sextortion rings amid teen suicide

Emma Pitts, Deseret News  |  Posted April 27 - 8:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Federal Bureau of Investigation announced on Thursday a global operation to combat international sextortion schemes to address the rise in American suicides of those who have fallen victim to the crime.

Renting costs a lot less than buying a home, especially in the West

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted April 27 - 7:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake metro area has the nation's fifth-highest gap between what it costs to rent versus buy a place to live, according to a new study released Wednesday.

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Carpenter denied benefits following a needle stick at work

Davis & Sanchez  |  Posted April 27 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A carpenter who was injured at work was denied help he felt he deserved. With the help of a local law firm, he was able to collect workers' compensation benefits.

Once a hip-hop king, Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces trial that could send him to prison for life

Lisa Richwine and Luc Cohen, Reuters  |  Updated April 27 - 6:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sean "Diddy" Combs, who elevated hip-hop in American culture while building a music and clothing empire that made him a billionaire, faces a sex trafficking trial next month that could cement the rapper's shattered reputation — or offer him a shot at redemption.

Catholic faithful pay respects to Pope Francis as his tomb opens to the public in Rome basilica

Vanessa Gera and Silvia Stellacci, Associated Press  |  Updated April 27 - 5:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

Roman Catholic faithful have begun visiting the tomb of Pope Francis. Starting early Sunday they began filing past the simple white tomb in St. Mary Major Basilica.

Sisters take extreme measure to avoid painful disease

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted April 27 - 5:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two Utah sisters have each had their entire stomach removed as a preventive measure to spare painful, cancer-filled future death.

Police say person of interest in homicide investigation has been arrested

Kennedy Camarena, KSL-TV   |  Posted April 27 - 4:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

South Salt Lake police have arrested a 21-year-old on as a person of interest in connection to a homicide that occurred late Saturday.

Have You Seen This? Make way for the seals

Grant Olsen for KSL.com  |  Posted April 27 - 3:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Even if you've accustomed to seeing wildlife in your town, it would probably be startling to see a trio of massive sea lions heading down the street straight toward you.

In a 'new era' of drug use, Utah is falling behind

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted April 27 - 3:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah is in the middle of overhauling its approach to drugs and homelessness.

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There's so much to do in Piute County

Piute County  |  Posted April 27 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Piute County is full of adventure and offers plenty to see and do. Its peaceful, uncrowded atmosphere is one of its biggest draws.

Salt Lake man arrested after he attempted to arrange killing, police say

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted April 27 - 1:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Salt Lake man was arrested Friday after police say he attempted to arrange the killing of his ex-wife and mother.

U. researcher uses vibrations to look into Yellowstone's magma chamber

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted April 27 - 12:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Scientists have studied Yellowstone National Park's magmatic system for years, but a new view of the magma chamber shows the long-dormant supervolcano is not at immediate risk of eruption.

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Enjoy endless outdoor fun — and Flaming Gorge — in Daggett County

Daggett County  |  Posted April 27 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

For outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers, thrill-seekers and anyone who feels at home in wide-open spaces, the Flaming Gorge area offers some of the most diverse recreation in the West.

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The call of the 'Godstruck' and what it says about faith today

Mariya Manzhos, Deseret News  |  Posted April 27 - 11:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new book explores the experience of religious conversions among women. What can we learn from them?

Utah Rep. Burgess Owens spearheads efforts to codify Trump executive orders on education

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted April 27 - 11:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Rep. Burgess Owens is spearheading efforts to codify President Donald Trump's executive orders on education, with one bill making its way through Congress on the college accreditation process being a main focus.

11 killed as a vehicle plows into a Filipino street festival crowd in Vancouver

Associated Press  |  Posted April 27 - 10:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

Police in Canada say a vehicle struck revelers at a street festival, killing at least 11 people and injuring more than 20 others. Police said the driver was taken into custody and the incident isn't being considered an act of terrorism.

Is Utah's spring housing market about to blossom or will it wilt this year?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted April 27 - 10:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

The spring housing market in Utah is oddly unpredictable.

Judge maintains death penalty as possible punishment for Kohberger despite autism diagnosis

Gene Johnson, Associated Press  |  Posted April 27 - 9:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

A judge has ruled that prosecutors can pursue the death penalty against Bryan Kohberger if he is convicted of murdering four University of Idaho students in 2022. This is despite the defendant's recent autism diagnosis.

New tribal national park in North Dakota aims to preserve rugged, scenic landscape

Jack Dura, Associated Press  |  Posted April 27 - 9:10 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new tribal national park in North Dakota's rugged Badlands is opening a little-seen area of the dramatic landscape to hikers and other outdoors enthusiasts, part of a Native American tribe's efforts to preserve the land and encourage recreation.

Utah lawmakers aim to restrict soda from being purchased with food stamps — not candy

Caitlin Keith, Deseret News  |  Posted April 27 - 8:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

This year, the Utah Legislature passed a law aiming to restrict Utahns from using SNAP funds to purchase soda. Here's a look at the law and what it does.

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Utah woman loses 100 pounds in one year: Here's how

Health Utah  |  Posted April 27 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

When Angie showed up at Health Utah, she was struggling with fibromyalgia, extreme fatigue, insulin resistance, depression, systemic inflammation and metabolic syndrome.

Trump and Zelenskyy meet one-on-one in Vatican basilica to seek Ukraine peace

Steve Holland and Angelo Amante, Reuters  |  Posted April 27 - 7:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis, met one-on-one in a marble-lined Vatican basilica on Saturday to try to revive faltering efforts to end Russia's war with Ukraine.

Photo gallery: A hero's salute

Isaac Hale, Deseret News  |  Posted April 27 - 7:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

The funeral for South Jordan firefighter Corban Summers on Saturday afternoon focused on service, faith and family.

Trump's next 100 days to feature trade deals, peace talks, 'torpedoes,' officials say

Jeff Mason and Steve Holland, Reuters  |  Posted April 26 - 10:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump and his administration this week will highlight the accomplishments of his first 100 days in office, while looking toward the next 100 days with a focus on trade deals and peace talks, White House officials said.

Small San Juan County community finally gets running water in its houses

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 26 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

For generations, a small Navajo community in San Juan County has lived without running water in their homes. However, now everything has changed for the small town of Westwater.

Joey Mano's hat trick rallies Utah Warriors by Chicago for 3rd straight win

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 26 - 10:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

Joey Mano scored a hat trick, and Utah scored 29-unanswered after the break to rally from a 31-12 deficit and take a 41-31 victory Saturday night over the Chicago Hounds.

Logan man arrested after police say he possessed child sexual abuse material

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted April 26 - 9:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Logan man was arrested Friday night after police reported he had child sexual abuse materials.

Suspected chemical blast at Iran's Bandar Abbas port kills 14, injures hundreds

Reuters  |  Posted April 26 - 9:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

A huge blast probably caused by the explosion of chemical materials killed at least 14 people and injured more than 700 on Saturday at Iran's biggest port, Bandar Abbas, Iranian state media reported.

RSL hands San Diego FC 1st ever home loss 3-1

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted April 26 - 9:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Real Salt Lake defeated San Diego FC 3-1 to end the expansion team's home unbeaten streak.

Funeral held for Deserae Turner-Buck in Cache County

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 26 - 8:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Deserae Turner, who captured hearts across the state and even nationwide, was laid to rest Saturday.

Human remains discovered in Alpine, police say

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted April 26 - 7:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Skeletal human remains were discovered late Friday at Lambert Park in Alpine, Lone Peak police reported.

2 homes in Sandy damaged by fire

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Posted April 26 - 7:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two houses in Sandy are damaged after a shed with propane tanks inside caught fire Saturday afternoon, according to Sandy Fire Chief Ryan McConaghie.

Utah State University: Dozen-plus degrees and programs being cut to comply with new law

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 26 - 7:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

The realities of HB265 — the Legislature's recent higher education "strategic reinvestment" initiative — are becoming increasingly specific at Utah State University.

NFL draft 2025: Switch to football pays off as Caleb Lohner selected by Broncos in 7th

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated April 26 - 6:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ahead of his senior season, Caleb Lohner decided to make an unusual change.

Deaths of burros in Utah under BLM's care raise questions

Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News  |  Posted April 26 - 6:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Bureau of Land Management is continuing to take precautionary measures following the deaths of 25 burros at a Axtell holding facility in Utah.

Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain's Prince Andrew in Epstein sex-trafficking scandal, has died

Jennifer Peltz and Hallie Golden, Associated Press  |  Posted April 26 - 5:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain's Prince Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by financier Jeffrey Epstein, has died. She was 41.

SLC's 'Speedy Spud' runs half marathon in potato outfit to showcase love for potatoes

Arianne Brown for KSL.com  |  Posted April 26 - 5:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ainsley Chapman ran the SLC Half Marathon in a potato outfit to showcase her love for potatoes.

Man arrested in connection with West Valley gang-related shooting

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 26 - 4:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Tooele man has been arrested after police say he hid a gun allegedly used during a gang confrontation in West Valley City and later sold it to another gang member.

Have You Seen This? Minor leaguer's base hit baffles long-time announcer

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 26 - 3:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

What happened during a recent minor league game has to be seen to be believed.

Man arrested after police discover 71 homemade bombs in Orem apartment

Cassidy Wixom and Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Updated April 26 - 3:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man detained Friday for allegedly brandishing a gun at Provo Town Center is now accused of possessing 71 homemade bombs at his apartment.

What to expect as massive project to fix Millcreek Canyon's aging road begins

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 26 - 2:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Construction will begin soon on the upper section of Mill Creek Canyon Road, which will also impact some access in the popular canyon over the next two summers.

Utah looks at plan to build nuclear energy reactor at Delta power plant

Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News  |  Posted April 26 - 1:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

EnergySolutions, a nuclear services company headquartered in Salt Lake City, is working on an initiative with Utah and the Intermountain Power Agency to explore if nuclear reactors are a good fit for the Delta plant.

NFL draft 2025: Chiefs, Bills grab pair of Utah high school alums in 5th round

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated April 26 - 1:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Andy Reid really, really likes football players from the state of Utah.

Second body recovered after report of boat sinking at Grantsville Reservoir

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Updated April 26 - 1:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two people have died following an incident Friday afternoon at Grantsville Reservoir.