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Pfizer says experimental breast cancer drug cuts risk of disease worsening in mid-stage trial
Reuters | Updated March 17 - 7:47 a.m. | Save Story
Pfizer said on Tuesday its experimental combination reduced the risk of disease progression or death by 40% in patients with breast cancer.
Iran rejects de-escalation offers; Israel says it kills Iranian security chief
Parisa Hafezi, Jana Choukeir and Maayan Lubell, Reuters | Posted March 17 - 7:22 a.m. | Save Story
Israel claimed on Tuesday to have killed Iran's security chief, while a senior Iranian official said the new supreme leader had rejected de-escalation offers conveyed by intermediaries.
Senate kicks off marathon debate for Mike Lee's election bill — but it could still fail
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted March 17 - 6:51 a.m. | Save Story
After months of Republican infighting and tense debate about congressional procedure, the Senate is moving forward this week on the SAVE America Act.
Families enjoy St. Patrick's Day festivities at St. George all-abilities park
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted March 16 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
Thunder Junction All Abilities Park in St. George is hosting a St. Patrick's Day themed event. The event took place on Saturday and Monday, and will return Tuesday evening.
American Legion doing 'Buddy Checks' as part of America 250 celebrations
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted March 16 - 10:00 p.m. | Save Story
At the Bennion Veterans Home in Payson on Monday, members of the American Legion visited with residents as part of a nationwide effort called "Buddy Checks."
Mammoth end Stars' 15-game point streak with 6-3 road win
Jaxon Wynder, KSL | Posted March 16 - 9:52 p.m. | Save Story
The Mammoth entered Monday's game on a four-game losing streak and they received plenty of contributions to end the Stars' 15-game point streak with a 6-3 win.
Utah approves 7 new productions projected to bring $12.6 million economic impact
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted March 16 - 9:30 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's growing reputation as an entertainment hub is set to expand further, as the state will serve as the backdrop for seven upcoming film productions.
Tuesday is caucus night in Utah. Here's how you can participate
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted March 16 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's election season will shift into full gear Tuesday evening as voters across the state will gather in local caucus meetings to elect party delegates and precinct officers.
Cannabis shows little benefit for most mental disorders, data review finds
Sriparna Roy, Reuters | Updated March 16 - 8:15 p.m. | Save Story
Cannabis-based medicines have shown little evidence of effectiveness for treating most mental health and substance-use disorders, according to a large review of past studies published Monday.
Payson students train future service dogs
Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted March 16 - 7:45 p.m. | Save Story
A group of students at Payson High School are making a difference outside the classroom by helping train service dogs for people in need.
Kamas mother found guilty of aggravated murder in the death of her husband, all other charges
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Updated March 16 - 7:37 p.m. | Save Story
Jurors find Kouri Richins guilty of murdering her husband in March 2022, and attempting to murder him weeks earlier, after three hours of deliberation on Monday.
Did you know the Olympic rings now make a sound?
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted March 16 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Now, there's a sound associated with the Olympic rings.
Cougars embracing new roles in quest for more March magic
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted March 16 - 6:51 p.m. | Save Story
During a week in Kansas City that included a late-night trip to Insomnia cookies on a hotel bell cart, BYU embraced a new identity led by a "think less, play more" defense and commitment to rebounding.
Number of US troops wounded in war against Iran rises to about 200
Reuters | Updated March 16 - 5:45 p.m. | Save Story
The number of U.S. troops wounded in the war against Iran has risen to about 200, the U.S. military said on Monday, as the conflict entered its third week.
Utah Inland Port Authority establishing new project area in Duchesne County
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted March 16 - 5:15 p.m. | Save Story
With the backing of local leaders, the Utah Inland Port Authority on Monday approved the creation of the Black Gold Project Area in Duchesne County.
US judge blocks efforts to reshape childhood vaccine policy
Nate Raymond, Reuters | Updated March 16 - 4:30 p.m. | Save Story
A federal judge on Monday blocked key parts of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s effort to reshape U.S. vaccine policy, including a move to reduce the number of shots routinely recommended for children.
Jurors now deliberating in murder trial for Kamas mom accused of fatally poisoning husband
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Updated March 16 - 4:28 p.m. | Save Story
Prosecutors argue evidence shows Kouri Richins planned her husband's murder well in advance. Her attorneys say the evidence is "paper thin."
Police identify 2 men killed in collision near Heber City
Matt Brooks, KSL | Updated March 16 - 4:09 p.m. | Save Story
Two men died Saturday in a collision involving two vehicles near Heber City, east of Strawberry Reservoir.
Proposed 180-foot hotel east of downtown appears to hit snag in Salt Lake City Council
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 16 - 4:00 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City leaders recently expressed an unwillingness to support a rezone for a hotel east of downtown, following negative recommendations from planners.
Heavy weekend winds leave 'heartbreaking' damage in central Utah
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted March 16 - 2:58 p.m. | Save Story
High winds late Saturday left damage across areas of Utah and Emery counties, and the cleanup was expected to take days in some places.
Thousands of meatpacking workers walk off the job in first strike in 40 years
Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN | Updated March 16 - 2:40 p.m. | Save Story
Thousands of meatpacking workers walked off the job at a JBS-owned plant in Colorado on Monday in the industry's first strike in 40 years.
First lady Abby Cox discusses challenges facing Utah kids with educators and business leaders
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Updated March 16 - 2:15 p.m. | Save Story
It's a crucial moment in Utah for K-12 education, with the role of technology in distracting students being a leading concern.
Cuba's national electric grid collapses, leaving millions without power
Dave Sherwood, Reuters | Posted March 16 - 1:05 p.m. | Save Story
Cuba's national electric grid collapsed on Monday leaving around 10 million people without power amid a U.S.-imposed oil blockade that has crippled the island's already obsolete generation system.
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Iran rejects de-escalation offers; Israel says it kills Iranian security chief
- Senate kicks off marathon debate for Mike Lee's election bill — but it could still fail
- Group calls on Cox to veto historic Rio Grande Depot transfer, allow time for study
- Tuesday is caucus night in Utah. Here's how you can participate
- Number of US troops wounded in war against Iran rises to about 200
