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US energy chief says gas prices could stay above $3 per gallon until next year 

Leah Douglas, Reuters  |  Updated April 19 - 4:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Sunday he believes gas prices ​have peaked but predicted that they may stay above $3 per gallon until next year.

Have You Seen This? Latter-day Saints respond to 'Secret Lives' with everyday moments of faith

Margaret Darby, Deseret News  |  Posted April 19 - 3:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

The "Secret Life" of Latter-day Saint husbands? Early mornings and acts of service.

UK police investigating if arson attacks on Jewish sites in London are the work of Iranian proxies

Jill Lawless, Associated Press  |  Updated April 19 - 1:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

British police say they are investigating whether a series of arson attacks on Jewish sites in London are the work of Iranian proxies.

Doctors stumped as 6-year-old in Idaho continues to shrink. Here's what you can do to help

Kaitlyn Hart, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted April 19 - 12:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

After more than six months of excruciating pain and medical testing, a local 6-year-old and her family still have no answers, but many more questions.

8 children killed in Louisiana mass shooting, police say

Leah Douglas, Reuters  |  Posted April 19 - 12:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Eight children, with ages ranging from 1 to 14, were killed in a ​mass shooting on Sunday in Shreveport, Louisiana, and the suspected gunman was later fatally shot by police during a vehicle chase, local authorities said.

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The moral debate over assisted death

Eric Schulzke, Deseret News  |  Posted April 19 - 11:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

As legalization for assisted suicide accelerates, a new question emerges: What lives are worth sustaining?

7-year-old Draper boy battling 2 rare cancers at the same time

Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted April 19 - 11:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

Emily Taylor said her 7-year-old son Jerett, who goes by Rett, was first diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia right after his 5th birthday in 2024.

Trump signs order to accelerate access to psychedelic drug treatments

Stephen Nellis and Trevor Hunnicutt, Reuters  |  Posted April 19 - 11:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Saturday intended to speed up access to medical research and treatment based on psychedelic drugs.

Wolf pup takes off with wildlife closure sign in Yellowstone

Kevin Lind, Deseret News  |  Posted April 19 - 10:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Enhancing Safety for Animals was put together by Rep. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., would limit protections for the Mexican gray wolf. The bill advanced through the House Natural Resources Committee and awaits a vote in the full House.

Tomatoes are having a moment. You might not like the reason

Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN  |  Posted April 19 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

A deep freeze during Florida's peak tomato season, combined with wet weather during Mexico's tomato growing season, has shrunk the tomato crop size this year.

Utah group eats a lot of fast food and breaks the world record

Meg Walter, Deseret News  |  Posted April 19 - 9:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

Springville native Jacob Sargent and seven of his friends from around Utah County set out to break the Guinness World Record for most fast-food restaurants visited in 24 hours.

Comedy trailblazer Eddie Murphy receives AFI Life Achievement Award

Danielle Broadway, Reuters  |  Posted April 19 - 9:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Eddie Murphy received the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award on Saturday night in Los ​Angeles, honoring a career that has shaped comedy and film for more than five decades.

From addiction to world-record lifting: A Cedar City woman's sobriety journey

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted April 19 - 8:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Camille Palmer, of Cedar City, overcame addiction to become a world-record power lifter. She hopes her story will inspire others to overcome challenges.

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Get your own copy of 'Putting On Christ' for free: Here's how

Vescovo Buonarroti Art, LLC  |  Posted April 19 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

"Putting on Christ" by author Steven Anthony Bishop seeks to inspire those who are diligent truth seekers. And for a limited time, KSL.com readers can get a free e-book version.

New program designed to support dementia caregivers in Utah

Emma Neff, Deseret News  |  Posted April 19 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia requires immense time and effort, and the emotional toll can be high. Now, a new initiative is launching to help navigate these challenges.

Solans' brace, assist powers Real Salt Lake to 4-2 win over San Diego

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted April 19 - 12:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sergi Solans scored his first professional brace as Real Salt Lake stretched its unbeaten streak to six-straight with a 4-2 win over San Diego FC at America First Field.

Herriman woman killed in alleged murder-suicide filed for divorce 1 day before death

Sarah Martin, KSL  |  Posted April 18 - 11:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

The family of a Herriman woman have identified Lindha Paola Zerpa Lara, 43, as the victim of what police are calling a murder-suicide.

Trump, Iran cite progress in talks as uncertainty hangs over Strait

Trevor Hunnicutt, Ariba Shahid and Muhammad Al Gebaly, Reuters  |  Updated April 18 - 10:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Iran's top negotiator and President Donald Trump said recent talks had made progress, but gaps remained over nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz.

Utah family seeks for answers after ICE detains sister

Garna Mejia, KSL and Joe Wirthlin, KSL  |  Posted April 18 - 10:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Wihongi family's weeklong vacation in New Zealand ended with a family member in detention at an ICE facility in California, and they're still searching for answers.

Federal judge blocks Nexstar-Tegna TV station merger until lawsuit is settled

Rebecca Boone, Associated Press  |  Updated April 18 - 9:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal judge has blocked a $6.2 billion merger of local television giants Nexstar Media Group and rival Tegna until an antitrust lawsuit is resolved.

Salt Lake City dings developer for 'unfortunate' mishap over historic building

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted April 18 - 9:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

City leaders reduced a developer's tax incentives by approximately $1 million after a miscommunication in the demolition of a now-nearly rebuilt historic building.

Latter-day Saint boxer Lani Daniels claims third world title belt in emotion-filled fight

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 18 - 8:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Latter-day Saint boxer Lani Daniels claimed the WBO/IBF super middleweight title at Madison Square Garden via TKO in the ninth round over Shadasia Green on Friday.

A very special prom night in Utah County

Debbie Worthen, KSL and Joe Wirthlin, KSL  |  Posted April 18 - 7:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Students from four different high schools gathered together at Lehi High School in Utah County Friday, ready to dance the night away at this year's Specialty Prom.