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What to do when you encounter a moose

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted May 31 - 9:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

After a moose gave birth to two calves in a Park City area neighborhood over Memorial Day weekend, here's some reminders about what to do if you encounter one.

Senate Republicans face a political knife-edge over Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund

David Morgan, Reuters  |  Posted May 31 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Senate Republicans face a stark choice when they return from recess next week: back President Donald Trump's controversial $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund to benefit his political allies or defy a commander-in-chief who just ended the careers of two Republican senators.

3 men sentenced after planned robbery led to killing

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted May 31 - 8:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two men were sentenced in 3rd District Court on Wednesday for their roles in the robbery and killing of Alex Franco, and another was sentenced in juvenile court in December.

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Get your free copy of 'Putting On Christ.' Here's how

Vescovo Buonarroti Art, LLC  |  Posted May 31 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

"Putting on Christ" by author Steven Anthony Bishop seeks to inspire those who are diligent truth seekers. And now interested readers can get an e-book version for free.

In the lowest place on Earth, a sea is rapidly dying — and no one can agree how to save it

Laura Paddison, CNN  |  Posted May 31 - 7:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Dead Sea sits where Israeli, Jordanian and Palestinian land meet and is a place of extremes. It's the lowest point on the planet, around 1,400 feet below sea level.

1 dead after police respond to shooting in Davis County

Alex Tumalip, KSL  |  Updated May 30 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man is dead after police responded to a shooting in West Point, Davis County, on Saturday.

Sellout crowd in Provo welcomes Korea Republic for pair of pre-World Cup friendlies

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted May 30 - 10:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

Son Heung-min had a first-half brace as the Korea Republic opened the first of a pair of pre-World Cup friendly matches in Provo with a 5-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago at BYU's South Field in Provo.

Colombians in Utah will be able to cast ballots Sunday in Colombia's presidential vote

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted May 30 - 10:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Colombians in Utah will be able to cast ballots Sunday in Colombia's presidential vote, if they're registered and have a Colombian identity card.

Meteor over Massachusetts causes explosion reports, sightings from Delaware to Montreal

Associated Press  |  Updated May 30 - 9:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Reports of an explosion from people across New England on Saturday afternoon sent police agencies and others scrambling to understand what caused it.

After years of sinking, Tooele County aquatic center makes a comeback

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted May 30 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tooele County's Energy Solutions Aquatic Center will reopen after a multiyear reconstruction project.

Climber home in Utah after deadly Nepal avalanche

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted May 30 - 8:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

David Ashley is home this week and sharing his experience of an avalanche on a mountain in Nepal that ultimately claimed the life of his partner.

Trump to headline 250th anniversary fair opening after performers drop out

David Shepardson and Jarrett Renshaw, Reuters  |  Posted May 30 - 7:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump will headline an event commemorating the nation's 250th anniversary on the National ​Mall next month after several musical performers canceled their appearances.

From small-town Utah to NYC: Accomplished hairstylist reflects on journey to upscale SoHo salon

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted May 30 - 7:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Reagan Baker-Jailet, who grew up in Cedar City, recently opened an upscale salon in the heart of New York City.

Professional dancer returns home to Utah, sharing the stage with Kesha

Debbie Worthen, KSL  |  Posted May 30 - 6:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Not many people can name‑drop Doja Cat, Usher, Alanis Morissette and Kesha on their résumé — especially not at 22 years old. But Imani Lee Peterson can.

King Arthur manuscript in private hands for 700 years goes on sale — for a huge price

Lianne Kolirin, CNN  |  Posted May 30 - 5:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

A medieval manuscript featuring an early version of the tales of King Arthur and Merlin, which has been in private hands for about 700 years, is going under the hammer in a rare sale this summer.

Royal reality: Utah Royals remain atop NWSL with 2-2 draw at Portland

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted May 30 - 5:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Royals' success to start the 2026 NWSL season didn't happen overnight.

'Always looking at what could be done better': Idaho woman honors late husband's farming legacy

Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted May 30 - 5:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Since the passing of her husband in 2024, Emma Atchley has carried on the ranch they started running together in the late 1970s.

Here are the Intermountain West's most affordable places to live

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted May 30 - 4:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Looking for an affordable place to live in the Intermountain West? Enoch in Iron County and Washington Terrace near Ogden made a list of cheapest spots by state.

Blue Origin faces months of delays after rocket explosion damages launch pad

Akash Sriram, Reuters  |  Updated May 30 - 2:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Blue Origin faces a months-long setback after the explosion of a rocket damaged its launch pad, company and industry sources said, scrambling schedules for ​Amazon satellite launches.

Trump in excellent health with leg swelling, hand bruising, doctor says

Bo Erickson, Reuters  |  Updated May 30 - 1:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump remains in excellent health, his physician said in ​a memo released by the White House on Friday, citing results from an examination this week.

Salt Lake County's newest art installations celebrate America 250, give back to the community

Caitlin Keith, Deseret News  |  Posted May 30 - 12:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake County residents may encounter a variety of impressive sculptures made from canned food in the county's different public buildings as part of America 250 celebrations.

Police searching for 'fugitive gang member' who evaded traffic stop in central Utah

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted May 30 - 12:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

County officials are searching for an "armed and dangerous" fugitive who fled from police during a traffic stop in central Utah Saturday.

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Republicans face pileup of must-pass priorities before midterms

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted May 30 - 12:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Plus: Why Trump says he doesn't care about the Iran war's effect on the election.