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Trump, Israel pressure Iran ahead of deadline as search continues for missing US airman

Enas Alashray and Phil Stewart, Reuters  |  Updated April 4 - 8:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump and Israel on Saturday pressured on Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz or face attacks on its energy infrastructure, as a search for a missing U.S. airman continued.

How Burgess Owens is seeking to better 'MATCH' job seekers with employers

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 4 - 7:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Rep. Burgess Owens unveiled the MATCH Act in Congress on Thursday to help better match students with job opportunities, calling the current resume system "outdated."

Manuel's El Burrito in Clearfield marks 50 years in business; operators hope for 50 more

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 7:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Manuel's El Burrito in Clearfield held a small celebration on Tuesday to mark 50 years in business, making it among Utah's longest-lasting Mexican restaurants.

Diego Luna's return leads to Zavier Gozo's standout game as RSL continues unbeaten run

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 6:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Zavier Gozo added a goal and two assists to Luna's goal, and rookie Serji Solans scored his third goal in four matches as RSL pulled past rival Sporting Kansas City 3-1 to extend the club's unbeaten run to five straight in front of an announced crowd of 20,290 fans.

Are mortgage rates still going up in the US?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted April 4 - 6:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mortgage rates were up again for the fifth straight week. Will the trend continue?

Artemis II astronauts are more than halfway to the moon as they seek to break Apollo 13's record

Marcia Dunn, Associated Press  |  Updated April 4 - 5:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Artemis II astronauts were toasted by Canada on Saturday as they prepared for a historic lunar fly-around to push deeper into space than even the Apollo astronauts.

Civilian group 'Predator Poachers' confronts repeat sex offender at Utah halfway house

Daniella Rivera, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 5:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

A repeat sex offender who was getting another chance at freedom is back behind bars after a civilian predator hunter group confronted him inside a halfway house in Salt Lake City.

General conference special: 'The World Report'

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints  |  Posted April 4 - 4:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The April 2026 edition of the World Report presents a powerful collection of stories highlighting the global ministry of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.


Have You Seen This? Ninja cat executes perfect aerial attack

Grant Olsen for KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 3:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

Even in a nail salon, cats are among the world's stealthiest creatures.

New details released in Idaho shooting that left 3 dead, 2 injured

Alex Tumalip, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 3:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Idaho police are investigating a shooting that left three people dead and two injured on Friday afternoon.

Pokémon cards are igniting an international crime spree

Isaac Tellechea and Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN  |  Updated April 4 - 2:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

Since the pandemic, the market for Pokémon cards has exploded and with it, a surge of worldwide robberies.

Church of Jesus Christ announces new Primary presidency

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 2:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Rosemary K. Chibota was sustained as Primary general president along with her counselors Sister Nina M. Garfield and Sister Theresa A. Collins. Elder Benjamin M. Z. Tai was called to the Presidency of the Seventy.

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How a gesture and a conversation helped solidify Devon Dampier's decision to return to Utah

Joe Coles, Deseret News  |  Posted April 4 - 2:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Here's why Devon Dampier decided to return to Utah in 2026.

General conference special: 'Behold him: New visions of the Living Christ'

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints  |  Posted April 4 - 1:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Commissioned by the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a new collection of sacred artwork brings fresh reverence and beauty to the portrayal of Jesus Christ. 

Spanish Fork farm holds U-pick tulip festival to give locals springtime farm experience

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 12:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Legacy Farms in Spanish Fork is holding a U-pick tulip festival where people can come and pick their own tulips from 70 different varieties.

General conference special: 'The other side'

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

In the heart of Salt Lake City, a groundbreaking community is forging new futures for individuals often overlooked by society. The Other Side Academy is more than a therapeutic program. Here, change isn't just encouraged, it's expected.

Saturday morning session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference

KSL.com staff  |  Updated April 4 - 11:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Saturday morning session of the April 2026 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Dance fitness classes close after recent controversy

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 11:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah-based dance fitness course ignited a community's passion for movement, but after seven years, its founder is moving on.

Hill Air Force Base commander: Keep rogue drones out of our airspace

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 4 - 10:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

A no-nonsense reminder over "rogue drones" this week by the commander at Utah's Hill Air Force Base came after drones were spotted over a U.S. Air Force base in Louisiana.

General conference special: 'History of the Saints'

Glenn Rawson  |  Posted April 4 - 9:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

As America commemorates 250 years, "History of the Saints" presents a special tribute to some of the remarkable Latter-day Saints who helped shape the nation's story.

Trump proposes 'historic' defense spending budget, eyes 10% cut to other federal programs

Bo Erickson and Ryan Patrick Jones, Reuters  |  Updated April 4 - 8:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump on Friday requested a 10% cut in nondefense spending for the 2027 fiscal year and a $500 billion increase in the military budget, as the Iran war continues.

University of Utah president responds to Trump's executive order 'to save college sports'

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 4 - 8:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

University of Utah President Taylor Randall responded to Friday's Trump administration-issued executive order "to save college sports" — calling it a "meaningful step" toward stability at a historic moment of staggering disruption.

Throwing injuries common among baseball, softball players as spring season begins

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 7:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

Injuries at the beginning of the spring sports season are often due to overuse, overthrowing, poor mechanics or fatigue. Here's what you can do to minimize the risk.