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The moral debate over assisted death

Eric Schulzke, Deseret News  |  Posted April 19 - 11:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

As legalization for assisted suicide accelerates, a new question emerges: What lives are worth sustaining?

7-year-old Draper boy battling 2 rare cancers at the same time

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted April 19 - 11:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

Emily Taylor said her 7-year-old son Jerett, who goes by Rett, was first diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia right after his 5th birthday in 2024.

Trump signs order to accelerate access to psychedelic drug treatments

Stephen Nellis and Trevor Hunnicutt, Reuters  |  Posted April 19 - 11:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Saturday intended to speed up access to medical research and treatment based on psychedelic drugs.

Wolf pup takes off with wildlife closure sign in Yellowstone

Kevin Lind, Deseret News  |  Posted April 19 - 10:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Enhancing Safety for Animals was put together by Rep. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., would limit protections for the Mexican gray wolf. The bill advanced through the House Natural Resources Committee and awaits a vote in the full House.

Tomatoes are having a moment. You might not like the reason

Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN  |  Posted April 19 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

A deep freeze during Florida's peak tomato season, combined with wet weather during Mexico's tomato growing season, has shrunk the tomato crop size this year.

Comedy trailblazer Eddie Murphy receives AFI Life Achievement Award

Danielle Broadway, Reuters  |  Posted April 19 - 9:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Eddie Murphy received the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award on Saturday night in Los ​Angeles, honoring a career that has shaped comedy and film for more than five decades.

From addiction to world-record lifting: A Cedar City woman's sobriety journey

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted April 19 - 8:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Camille Palmer, of Cedar City, overcame addiction to become a world-record power lifter. She hopes her story will inspire others to overcome challenges.

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Get your own copy of 'Putting On Christ' for free: Here's how

Vescovo Buonarroti Art, LLC  |  Posted April 19 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

"Putting on Christ" by author Steven Anthony Bishop seeks to inspire those who are diligent truth seekers. And for a limited time, KSL.com readers can get a free e-book version.

New program designed to support dementia caregivers in Utah

Emma Neff, Deseret News  |  Posted April 19 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia requires immense time and effort, and the emotional toll can be high. Now, a new initiative is launching to help navigate these challenges.

Solans' brace, assist powers Real Salt Lake to 4-2 win over San Diego

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted April 19 - 12:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sergi Solans scored his first professional brace as Real Salt Lake stretched its unbeaten streak to six-straight with a 4-2 win over San Diego FC at America First Field.

Herriman woman killed in alleged murder-suicide filed for divorce 1 day before death

Sarah Martin, KSL  |  Posted April 18 - 11:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

The family of a Herriman woman have identified Lindha Paola Zerpa Lara, 43, as the victim of what police are calling a murder-suicide.

Trump, Iran cite progress in talks as uncertainty hangs over Strait

Trevor Hunnicutt, Ariba Shahid and Muhammad Al Gebaly, Reuters  |  Updated April 18 - 10:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Iran's top negotiator and President Donald Trump said recent talks had made progress, but gaps remained over nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz.

Utah family seeks for answers after ICE detains sister

Garna Mejia, KSL and Joe Wirthlin, KSL  |  Posted April 18 - 10:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Wihongi family's weeklong vacation in New Zealand ended with a family member in detention at an ICE facility in California, and they're still searching for answers.

Federal judge blocks Nexstar-Tegna TV station merger until lawsuit is settled

Rebecca Boone, Associated Press  |  Updated April 18 - 9:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal judge has blocked a $6.2 billion merger of local television giants Nexstar Media Group and rival Tegna until an antitrust lawsuit is resolved.

Salt Lake City dings developer for 'unfortunate' mishap over historic building

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted April 18 - 9:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

City leaders reduced a developer's tax incentives by approximately $1 million after a miscommunication in the demolition of a now-nearly rebuilt historic building.

Latter-day Saint boxer Lani Daniels claims third world title belt in emotion-filled fight

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 18 - 8:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Latter-day Saint boxer Lani Daniels claimed the WBO/IBF super middleweight title at Madison Square Garden via TKO in the ninth round over Shadasia Green on Friday.

A very special prom night in Utah County

Debbie Worthen, KSL and Joe Wirthlin, KSL  |  Posted April 18 - 7:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Students from four different high schools gathered together at Lehi High School in Utah County Friday, ready to dance the night away at this year's Specialty Prom.

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TPUSA and Trump are trying to build the 'red wall' brick-by-brick

Gitanjali Poonia, Deseret News  |  Posted April 18 - 7:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

Erika Kirk criticized those trying to "tear this country apart" as she introduced the president at the Phoenix rally.

Santaquin designates May as Sgt. Bill Hooser Memorial Month

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted April 18 - 7:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Santaquin City Council approved designating each May honoring the late Sgt. Bill Hooser, who was killed in the line of duty nearly two years ago.

Arlington man finds rapid relief from Parkinson's with new incision‑free treatment

Amelia Mugavero, KTVT via CNN  |  Posted April 18 - 6:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

For 72-year-old Bud Levell, a new incision‑free treatment brought relief from Parkinson's disease in a matter of seconds.

'I knew it wouldn't hold': Idaho truck driver involved in Teton Dam construction predicted collapse

Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted April 18 - 5:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Virgil Jonak, a former truck driver, shared his memories of the Teton Dam collapse 50 years ago — and how he knew disaster was imminent.

'The power of one': Utah Metropolitan Ballet debuts new contemporary ballet

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted April 18 - 5:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

How much impact does a single person have? That's the question a Switzerland-based choreographer sought to answer in a new contemporary ballet for the Utah Metropolitan Ballet.

Trump ballroom construction allowed for now, appeals court says

Mike Scarcella, Reuters  |  Updated April 18 - 4:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

An appeals court allowed the Trump administration on Friday ​night to continue construction of a $400 million ballroom on the site of the White House's demolished East Wing.