University of Utah students favor of 'Prior Learning and Service' college credit award program

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Utah man sets world record at Boston Marathon — dressed as a banana

Krysyan Edler, Deseret News  |  Posted April 24 - 1:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

At the Boston Marathon on Monday, Utahn Jordan Maddocks reclaimed his Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon run dressed as fruit.

Lauri Markkanen still believes in the Utah Jazz — even as trade rumors return

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 12:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Lauri Markkanen turns 28 next month and has never been to the playoffs. The Jazz, meanwhile, still appear to be at the beginning of their rebuild. Does he still want to be in Utah?

Yard littered with golf balls containing derogatory messages results in 2 arrests

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 12:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Two people were arrested in Millard County following an unusual investigation that began after golf balls with derogatory messages on them were thrown into a yard.

Murray police investigating possible hit-and-run after two UTA employees injured

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 11:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

Murray police are investigating a possible hit-and-run after two Utah Transit Authority employees were hit by a vehicle early Thursday.

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New film honors Utah's First Olympic hero: 'Raising the Bar, The Story of Alma Richards'

Raising the Bar  |  Posted April 24 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Director T.C. Christensen's new film, "Raising the Bar: The Story of Alma Richards," tells the inspiring true David-vs.-Goliath story of Alma Richards, Utah's first Olympic hero from Parowan, a tiny town in Southern Utah.

Utahraptor State Park offers history beyond dinosaurs and fossils

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 24 - 11:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

The new Utahraptor State Park in Moab memorializes dinosaurs, fossils, and people who lived there not of their own choosing.

Suspected arsonist back in Utah to face criminal charges

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 10:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

A woman accused of setting a large fire at an Eagle Mountain home last year has been extradited to Utah after being on the run for nearly six months, according to police.

'That's bull carp': Utah Lake Authority launches comedic campaign to improve public opinion

Gabriela Fletcher, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 10:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Lake Authority hopes to improve public opinion and correct misconceptions of Utah Lake through its new Utah Lake is My Lake awareness campaign.

Trump tells Putin to 'STOP' after Russian attacks kills 10 in Kyiv

Yurii Kovalenko, Reuters  |  Posted April 24 - 9:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Russia pounded Kyiv with missiles and drones overnight, killing at least 10 people in the biggest attack on the Ukrainian capital this year and drawing rare condemnation from President Donald Trump who told Vladimir Putin: "Vladimir, STOP!"

'Shot caller' of local gang charged with obstructing murder investigation

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 9:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah man who police say told a murder suspect where to dispose of his gun and then tried to buy him a plane ticket to get him out of town has been charged with obstructing the investigation.

US new home sales jump in March; supply still rising

Lucia Mutikani, Reuters  |  Updated April 24 - 8:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sales of new U.S. single-family homes increased more than expected in March as buyers rushed to take advantage of a decline in mortgage rates, but a gloomy economic outlook poses a challenge to the housing market recovery.

Temple Square's restaurants will reopen this year, but with some big changes

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 8:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

A pair of Temple Square restaurants, closed for years, will reopen later this year, while two others will not return.

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Renovating your home? Here's how to get the most out of your HELOC

Young Automotive Group and Goldenwest Credit Union  |  Posted April 24 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

There's no investment quite like a home. For many, it's an asset that can bolster wealth, expand opportunities and become a source of profit.

State senator suggests Utah could save money by housing prisoners in El Salvador

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 7:56 a.m.  |  Save Story

A state senator floated the idea that Utah could save money by "outsourcing" the housing of prisoners to a mega-prison in El Salvador but later said he's not pursuing it as a serious idea.

Medical assistant helps victims of wrong-way crash along I-15

Dan Rascon, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 24 - 7:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

A good Samaritan is speaking out about helping two men involved in a horrific wrong-way crash along Interstate 15 in Millard County last week.

Will Trump flip the Canadian election?

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted April 24 - 7:19 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump's foreign policy hasn't just overturned global markets; it may have cost the Canadian Conservatives the parliamentary election on Monday.

Nintendo's robust lottery applications indicate pent-up Switch 2 demand

Sam Nussey, Reuters  |  Posted April 24 - 6:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

Nintendo said on Wednesday it has received 2.2 million applications in the lottery for its Switch 2 gaming device in Japan but cannot fulfil all the demand, indicating significant consumer enthusiasm for the more powerful gaming device.

Are increases in home prices slowing down?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted April 24 - 6:13 a.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. home prices went up again in March, but by just 0.2% from a month earlier as a new analysis shows the pace of the increase is the slowest since December 2022.

RSL picks up striker from Kansas City, misses out on another in transfer reversal at MLS deadline

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 10:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Real Salt Lake acquired striker Willy Agada from Sporting Kansas City, but a potential deal for Slovak Robert Bozenik fell through due to contract changes.

Prosecutors nearing end of their case in murder trial for deaths of Eagle Mountain children

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

The judge told jurors to expect testimony from defense witnesses on Thursday, as prosecutors have said they are nearing the end of their case against Kent Cody Barlow.

Americans sour on Trump's handling of the economy, poll finds

Jason Lange, Reuters  |  Posted April 23 - 10:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Americans elected President Donald Trump in hopes that he would fight inflation and boost the U.S. economy, but they are giving the Republican poor marks for his handling of both, a poll shows.

Company involved in Farmington semi crash wants driver who left held accountable

Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 23 - 9:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

There's a $1,500 reward out for identifying the driver of a car that appeared to cut off a semitruck, causing it to jackknife on the freeway.

'Up in the air': Several hundred Ogden IRS workers take part in job event amid talk of cuts

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 9:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Several hundred people took part in a job-fair type event geared to Ogden's contingent of IRS workers given talk of job cuts in the agency.

South Salt Lake welcomes first-of-its-kind homeless shelter for families

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 9:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Up to 85 families will soon be able to take shelter in a first-of-its-kind facility converted from a motel to temporarily house families facing homelessness.

Mexican man sentenced for smuggling 50 pounds of meth into Utah

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 8:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man from Mexico has been sentenced in federal court for attempting to distribute more than 50 pounds of methamphetamine in Utah.

Moving rails in Salt Lake underground is costly. Will new benefits report change the debate?

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 8:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new report suggests a plan to bury the rails near downtown could produce billions in economic benefits for Salt Lake City. Proponents hope it will help lawmakers stomach the project's estimated cost.

FAA finds safety concerns at Las Vegas airport in review spurred by collision in Washington

Josh Funk and Hallie Golden, Associated Press  |  Posted April 23 - 7:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal review of helicopter safety prompted by the deadly midair collision in January between a passenger jet and Army helicopter in Washington, D.C., revealed dangerous flying conditions at the Las Vegas airport.

University of Utah to give college credit for missionary, military or humanitarian service

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 23 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

The University of Utah will soon be offering academic credit to returned missionaries, active duty military and veterans and other eligible students who have performed humanitarian service in their communities and beyond.

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Countertop trends: Texture, sustainability, and drama

Bedrock Quartz  |  Posted April 23 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

From backsplashes and countertops to new color palettes, this season's trends reflect a desire for both functionality and personal expression.​

Utah's newest political party has a new chair

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted April 23 - 6:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's newest political party announced its first leader on Tuesday.

NFL Draft 2025: In class short on QB arms, is Jaxson Dart a 1st round pick?

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 6:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

The 21-year-old who patterns his game after Anakin Skywalker — or, at least, his heavy eye-black — has been trending as a first-round pick in the days leading up to the draft.

Hundreds attend mass at Cathedral of the Madeleine to mourn Pope Francis

Dan Rascon, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 23 - 6:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hundreds of people gathered at the Cathedral of the Madeleine in Salt Lake City on Tuesday night to remember the teachings and the legacy of Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday.

Trump pushes training for skilled trades that do not require college

Trevor Hunnicutt and Timothy Aeppel, Reuters  |  Posted April 23 - 5:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump signed on Wednesday an order to improve job training for skilled trades, an initiative twinned with tariffs in his gambit to revive U.S. manufacturing.

Congress explores limiting cellphones in classrooms as states like Utah issue bans

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted April 23 - 5:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

As more states, including Utah, establish restrictions on cellphone usage in classrooms, some lawmakers are considering nationwide efforts to follow suit.

Wildfire in New Jersey Pine Barrens expected to grow before it's contained, officials say

Bruce Shipkowski, Associated Press  |  Updated April 23 - 4:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

A fast-moving wildfire engulfing part of New Jersey's Pine Barrens has not resulted in any injuries, officials said, though it's expected to grow before forecast rain later this week.

Bessent says China tariffs are not sustainable as US signals willingness to de-escalate

David Lawder and Trevor Hunnicutt, Reuters  |  Updated April 23 - 4:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Wednesday that high tariffs between the United States and China are not sustainable.

Utah school choice program will keep running during Supreme Court appeal

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com and Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 23 - 3:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

A judge on Wednesday decided Utah's school voucher program will continue pending an expected appeal before the Utah Supreme Court.

Have You Seen This? Brief firenado towers into the sky during Iowa field fire

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 3:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

A firenado during a field fire in Iowa climbed into the sky, causing a spectacular though brief sight.

After taking money but not finishing work, unlicensed contractor agrees to repay victims

Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 23 - 3:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Imagine paying thousands of dollars to a contractor only to have him do the job wrong or take your money and vanish. It happens more often than you might think in Utah.

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How replacing windows can improve your quality of life

Amsco Windows  |  Posted April 23 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Windows aren't just decorative features or sources of natural light and fresh air. They actually play a big role in how your home feels — and how you feel in it.

Jimmer Fredette, AP college player of the year in 2011 and US Olympian, retires from basketball

Tim Reynolds, Associated Press  |  Posted April 23 - 2:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jimmer Fredette, the 2011 Associated Press men's college basketball player of the year who went on to play in the NBA and then played in last year's Paris Olympics for the U.S. in 3x3, has announced his retirement.

Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin to retire, sparking competitive Illinois primary

Katharine Jackson and Richard Cowan, Reuters  |  Updated April 23 - 2:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin said he will not seek reelection next year, setting the stage for a competitive intra-party contest to fill his seat in the Democratic-leaning state of Illinois.

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Thunderstorm Artis taught to dream big. Now he's on 'American Idol' to inspire his 2 young sons

Lottie Elizabeth Johnson, Deseret News  |  Posted April 23 - 1:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

The singer has known for a while that music is what he's supposed to be doing, a calling of sorts, because he once got a glimpse of what his life would be like without it. So he shares his music everywhere he can.

Connecticut man charged with assaulting skier at Deer Valley

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 1:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Connecticut man is facing a felony charge accusing him of tackling a skier at Deer Valley Resort while the victim was still in his skis.

'Conclave' viewership is up after death of Pope Francis

Lisa Respers France, CNN  |  Updated April 23 - 12:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

The recent death of Pope Francis has ignited interest in a film about the selection of a new pope.

Vernal man charged with firing shots in road rage confrontation

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Updated April 23 - 12:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Vernal man is facing charges accusing him of shooting at another vehicle during a road rage confrontation on Sunday.

Pleasant View confirms new police chief

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 12:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Pleasant View City Council gave its approval to the city's new police chief on Tuesday.

Court reverses conviction, orders new trial for Midvale man found guilty in 2021 road rage killing

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 12:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Court of Appeals has ordered a new trial for a Midvale man convicted of killing a man in 2021 during a road rage incident that began with the victim making fun of the suspect's car.

What a baseball swing can teach first responders about mental health

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 23 - 11:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's often said that hitting a baseball is the hardest thing to do in sports. But this wasn't about hitting home runs. It was about focus and learning how to manage the mental strain that comes with high-stress jobs such as firefighting and law enforcement.

Jury to hear opening statements in Harvey Weinstein sex crimes retrial

Jack Queen, Reuters  |  Updated April 23 - 10:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

Harvey Weinstein's retrial on rape and sexual assault charges is set to proceed on Wednesday, a year after New York's highest court overturned the disgraced movie mogul's conviction.

Amid Trump's immigration crackdown, a program geared to Salvadorans remains intact

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 10:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

While the Trump administration has taken aim at immigration programs geared to Venezuelans, Cubans and others, a program geared to Salvadorans remains intact.

Documented gang member, 2 others accused of obstructing police in weekend shooting

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 9:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

Police say an 18-year-old documented gang member, his mother and another woman have been arrested for allegedly obstructing the investigation into a weekend shooting in South Salt Lake.

Chance discovery turns into treasured friendship for 2 Utah Honor Flight vets

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 23 - 8:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

About 70 Utah veterans were flown to Washington, D.C., thanks to the Utah Honor Flight, where two Vietnam War veterans learned they served in the same company.

Utah charter school director arrested in child sex abuse material case

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 8:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

The lead director of a Utah charter school with campuses in Layton and Ogden has been arrested and accused of possessing, and possibly producing, child sex abuse material.

Ogden police conduct crosswalk ops as they try to get drivers to do better

Andrew Adams, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 23 - 8:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

Police conducted crosswalk enforcement operations at two locations in Ogden Tuesday hoping to raise awareness amid an increase in auto-pedestrian crashes in the city.

New poll: What do Utahns think of Trump's plans on Greenland and Canada?

Gitanjali Poonia, Deseret News  |  Posted April 23 - 8:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new poll finds most Utahns don't share President Donald Trump's vision of making Canada and Greenland part of the U.S.

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University of Utah Health opens first-of-its-kind comprehensive crisis care center

University of Utah Health  |  Posted April 23 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new University of Utah Health facility aims to provide a lifeline offering urgent help for adults experiencing a mental health crisis.

State of Utah unveils new tool to try to prevent food stamp theft

Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 23 - 7:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah has unveiled a new tool to try to prevent food stamp benefits from being stolen.

Fatal crash reported in Garfield County

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Updated April 23 - 7:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

A 46-year-old man died after his vehicle rolled on state Route 12 in Garfield County Tuesday night, Utah Highway Patrol Lt. Cam Roden said.