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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.

7-year-old takes car for 'joyride,' Ogden police says

Matt Brooks, KSL.com  |  Posted April 27 - 4:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

A car not staying in one lane was determined to be driven by a 7-year-old, Ogden police said Sunday.

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.

Hawaii's 'bone collector' caterpillar wears the body parts of dead prey

Will Dunham, Reuters  |  Posted April 26 - 1:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

In a remote and lushly forested area of a single mountain range on the Hawaiian island of Oahu, scientists have discovered a carnivorous caterpillar species nicknamed the "bone collector."

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Trump backs 2 GOP candidates in Arizona governor's race

Gitanjali Poonia, Deseret News  |  Posted April 26 - 12:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Both candidates are counting on their endorsement from the president.

Salt Lake Interfaith Roundtable looks ahead to Sunday event, embraces group's ongoing purpose

Eva Terry, Deseret News  |  Posted April 26 - 12:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake Interfaith Roundtable has been around for over 2½ decades, and it's not going anywhere any time soon. In fact, the group is hosting a sacred music evening for all faiths at the Salt Lake Tabernacle on Sunday evening.

Pope Francis laid to rest in Rome

Joshua McElwee, Crispian Balmer and Philip Pullella, Reuters  |  Updated April 26 - 11:56 a.m.  |  Save Story

Pope Francis was laid to rest Saturday after a requiem Mass for the beloved pontiff who died on Monday.

NFL draft 2025: Utah State's Jalen Royals lands in Kansas City in 4th round

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 26 - 11:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

After a 48-hour delay and then some in the 2024 NFL draft, Jalen Royals didn't have to wait long to come off the board.

Global coral bleaching crisis spreads after hottest year, scientists say

Gloria Dickie and Alison Withers, Reuters  |  Posted April 26 - 11:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

More than four-fifths of the world's coral reef areas have been affected by devastating mass bleaching spurred by record-high ocean temperatures, turning many once-colourful reefs a ghostly pale hue, scientific authorities said on Wednesday.

Lori Vallow Daybell's trial in Arizona is over. What comes next for her?

Gitanjali Poonia, Deseret News  |  Posted April 26 - 10:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

Lori Vallow Daybell was found guilty on Tuesday of conspiring to murder her estranged husband. What comes next?

'We just started': Inside an Air Force lieutenant's surprise ascent to Olympic hopeful

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Posted April 26 - 9:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

Samuel Gilman barely qualified for the World Athletics Indoor Championships but came in fourth. Now Gilman is moving to Park City to train full-time as part of a world-class athletes program.

Pickup-truck driver in South Jordan collision dies from injuries

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted April 26 - 9:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

A driver involved in a South Jordan collision last week has died, police say.

Rome and the world bid farewell to Pope Francis with massive funeral, humble burial

Joshua McElwee, Crispian Balmer and Philip Pullella, Reuters  |  Updated April 26 - 8:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Presidents, royalty and simple mourners bade farewell to Pope Francis on Saturday at a solemn funeral ceremony, where a cardinal appealed for the pontiff's legacy of caring to be kept alive.

Maine's hidden 'Sistine Chapel' inspires artists with 70-year-old frescoes

Patrick Whittle, Associated Press  |  Posted April 26 - 8:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

The recent launch of a website dedicated to frescoes in a Maine meeting house, described as the state's Sistine Chapel, has created a new surge of interest in the paintings.

NASA rover finds fresh evidence of the warm and wet Mars past

Will Dunham, Reuters  |  Posted April 26 - 7:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

A mineral called siderite found abundantly in rock drilled by a NASA rover on the surface of Mars is providing fresh evidence of the planet's warmer and wetter ancient past when it boasted substantial bodies of water and potentially harbored life.

International college students in Utah celebrate after Trump reverses course

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 26 - 7:09 a.m.  |  Save Story

International students studying at Utah colleges are counted among the hundreds of students whose recently revoked visas are reportedly being restored following an abrupt announcement by the Trump administration.

Over 3,600 students graduate from Weber State University

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted April 25 - 11:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Over 3,600 students became Weber State University alumni Friday when the school held its commencement ceremony inside Stewart Stadium on a pleasant spring evening.

Utah's Japanese community, Japantown redevelopment plans focus at festival Saturday

Tim Vandenack and Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 25 - 10:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's Japanese community as well as Japantown redevelopment plans will be the focuses of Nihon Matsuri, the annual Japan Festival, on Saturday.

Conflicting US-China talks statements add to global trade confusion

Andrew Silver, Trixie Yap and Gram Slattery, Reuters  |  Updated April 25 - 10:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. President Donald Trump asserted in an interview published Friday that tariff negotiations were underway with China, but Beijing denied any talks were taking place, the latest in a series of conflicting signals over what progress was being made to de-escalate a trade war threatening to sap global growth.

Utah's new holiday to help folks combat loneliness is on Saturday

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted April 25 - 10:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Legislature created Utah Social and Community Health Day, the last Saturday in April, to nudge people to mind their relationships and to counter the growing problem of loneliness, a challenge that has seeped through communities across the country.

Culture of El Salvador, Argentina, Brazil focus of weekend events

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted April 25 - 9:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

The culture of El Salvador, Argentina and Brazil's quilombola communities are focus of separate events over the weekend.

Jury finds man who killed Eagle Mountain boys guilty of murder

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Updated April 25 - 9:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jurors found Kent Cody Barlow guilty of murder after about nine hours of deliberation on Friday. He caused a crash almost three years ago that killed two 3-year-old boys at Cedar Valley Stables in Eagle Mountain.