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Raffle winner thrilled to claim a $1M Picasso with a $117 ticket

Samuel Petrequin, Associated Press  |  Posted April 15 - 8:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ari Hodara, a Parisian art enthusiast, has won a Pablo Picasso painting with a $117 raffle ticket in the third "1 Picasso for 100 euros" lottery to support cultural and humanitarian causes.

Sharon McMahon's team responds to GOP backlash over scheduled keynote at UVU graduation

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted April 15 - 7:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

When Utah Valley University last month announced Sharon McMahon was selected to deliver the keynote address at the university's commencement ceremony on April 29, the choice was immediately met with strong backlash from many Utah Republicans.

Utah Democratic candidate denigrated Latter-day Saints, made crude comments in past posts

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted April 15 - 7:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nate Blouin, a 1st District Democrat candidate, has a history of posting offensive comments denigrating Latter-day Saints and making crude jokes.

Deadly motorcycle trend on Utah roads shows no signs of slowing this year

Debbie Worthen, KSL  |  Posted April 15 - 6:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah is facing another dangerous year on its roads as deadly motorcycle crashes continue to climb.

2 charged with assaulting police during ICE protest in Salt Lake City

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted April 15 - 6:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two men were charged Wednesday with assaulting police officers during a protest of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Salt Lake City in January.

Mount Holyoke's corpse flower blooms again, drawing crowds to its 'rotting flesh' stench

Leah Willingham, Associated Press  |  Updated April 15 - 5:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Crowds gathered at Mount Holyoke College's Talcott Greenhouse on Wednesday to witness the rare bloom of "Pangy," a corpse flower known for its powerful odor resembling decaying flesh.

Morgan man faces up to 60 years in prison in swimming pool scam cases

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted April 15 - 4:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Morgan man has been sentenced to up to 60 years imprisonment for not following through with promised work in four swimming pool scam cases.

An end of an era: A farewell to the Utah Grizzlies

Jay Stevens, KSL  |  Posted April 15 - 4:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

After 30 seasons, three leagues, 2,440 games, 913 players, over 200 of which went on to play in the NHL, and with hockey booming in the state, the Utah Grizzlies have been sold and will now become the Trenton Ironhawks.

Ticketmaster and Live Nation hold illegal monopolies, NY jury finds

Jody Godoy, Reuters  |  Posted April 15 - 4:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation illegally monopolized ​live event markets, a New York jury found on Wednesday after a six-week trial.

Have You Seen This? Photographer's close-call with speedy rally car

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted April 15 - 3:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A photographer narrowly escapes being pummeled by a race car at a Croatia event.

Winter's last stand? Snow, freeze warnings return to Utah's forecast

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted April 15 - 3:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Winter barely showed up in Utah this year, but it's still seeking to cling to the Beehive State just a bit longer.

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Test Drive: 2026 Toyota Tacoma or Tundra — Which fits your life best?

Jason Bell  |  Posted April 15 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The 2026 Toyota Trucks are impressive and appealing. Here's how to decide which one is right for you.

Walmart is repackaging its Great Value brand to reflect changing consumer habits

Anne D'innocenzio, Associated Press  |  Updated April 15 - 2:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Walmart is redesigning the packaging of its Great Value products to make them more appealing to customers and to help shoppers spot nutritional information more quickly.

Senate Republicans block latest bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers

Patricia Zengerle, Reuters  |  Updated April 15 - 2:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

A majority of the ​U.S. Senate backed President Donald Trump's military campaign against Iran on Wednesday, voting ‌to block a Democratic-led resolution aiming to stop the ⁠war.

Man suspected of killing his mother and another man was 'acting paranoid' weeks before

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted April 15 - 1:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Springville man arrested in the deaths of his mother and another man had been exhibiting concerning behavior in the weeks prior, reports say.

'Overjoyed': Ogden OKs plan to rehab deteriorating Union Stock Exchange Building

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted April 15 - 1:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ogden officials approved a plan calling for the rehabilitation of the deteriorating Union Stock Exchange Building for use by GMRE, a defense contractor.

St. George neighborhood throws salad in the streets to find runaway tortoise

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted April 15 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A St. George family is searching for their 11-year-old tortoise, Yertle, who they say has run away. The neighborhood has put out veggies in hopes of luring her home.

Masked teens attempt home invasion, Tooele family says

Garna Mejia, KSL  |  Posted April 15 - 11:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Tooele family is speaking out after a group of masked teens tried to break into their home late Friday night while their two young children slept upstairs.

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Roots, rhythm and renewal: Ogden Music Festival returns to Fort Buenaventura in May

Ogden Music Festival  |  Posted April 15 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

This three-day outdoor immersion is more than just a concert series. It's a community cornerstone that kicks off the summer with acoustic traditions, on-site camping, and activities for the whole family.

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Latter-day Saint boxer repping her faith, family and culture in title fight

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 15 - 11:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

Lani Daniels — the "Smiling Assassin" — is set for Friday's championship bout at Madison Square Garden.

Trump threatens to fire Powell if he doesn't leave Fed board; probe to continue

Howard Schneider, Reuters  |  Updated April 15 - 11:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to fire Federal Reserve ​Chair Jerome Powell from his separate seat as a member of the U.S. central bank's Board of Governors.

Can a Utah state lawmaker unseat a top Republican in Congress?

Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL  |  Updated April 15 - 10:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

A state lawmaker is trying to convince delegates to send her to a primary election against a three-term congressman who holds a top leadership position in the U.S. House.

Eagle Mountain man charged with practicing dentistry without a license

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted April 15 - 10:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

An Eagle Mountain man who previously surrendered his dental license is now facing criminal charges accusing him of continuing to treat patients.