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'It is the year of Lisa': Salt Lake Chamber presents Lisa Eccles the Giant in our City award

Caitlin Keith, Deseret News  |  Posted April 25 - 9:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake Chamber presented its 2025 Giant in our City award on Thursday to Lisa Eccles, the president and chief operating officer of the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation.

Utah charter school director faces federal child sex abuse images charge

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 25 - 9:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

The director of a Utah charter school with campuses in Layton and Ogden has been charged in federal court with possessing and distributing child sex abuse material.

Sales of existing homes in the US fell in March

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted April 25 - 8:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sales of existing homes in the United States fell 5.9% in March, the biggest monthly decline in more than two years.

What to do when a store going under refuses to take gift cards

Matt Gephardt, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 25 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

For many folks, gift cards are the go-to gift. They're generally welcome for most any occasion, plus they hold their value. Well, so thought a Kaysville woman until the now bankrupt crafts retailer Joann refused to honor her gift cards.

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Why owning a home is better than renting

The Salt Lake Board of Realtors  |  Posted April 25 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

When it comes to building wealth, owning a home isn't just a dream — it's a game-changer. A 2024 study reveals that the median net worth of U.S. homeowners is a jaw-dropping $400,000, compared to just $10,400 for renters.

Ozempic copies restricted after US judge denies injunction

Patrick Wingrove and Dan Levine, Reuters  |  Posted April 25 - 7:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

A U.S. judge on Thursday rejected a bid by compounding pharmacies to keep making copies of Novo Nordisk's popular diabetes and weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy while a legal challenge over drug shortages unfolds, court records show.

83 felony charges filed against Kearns man accused of sexually abusing children

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 25 - 7:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

Police say a former Boy Scout leader groomed some of his multiple victims over the past 30-plus years into performing sexual acts.

US prosecutors to seek death penalty against Luigi Mangione in UnitedHealth executive's killing

Luc Cohen, Reuters  |  Posted April 25 - 6:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. prosecutors formally told a court on Thursday that they plan to seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing a UnitedHealth Group executive in New York last year.

Affinity celebrations absent at Utah universities, another consequence of HB261

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 10:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Affinity celebrations at Utah universities, small graduation events typically geared to minority students and others, are largely absent, another consequence of HB261.

NFL draft 2025: Former Corner Canyon QB Jaxson Dart selected in the 1st round by NY Giants

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated April 24 - 10:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

The 6-foot-2, 225-pound signal caller was a well-regarded quarterback since well before he spent his final three seasons at Ole Miss, where he threw for 10,617 yards and 72 touchdowns.

Portion of split Alpine School District proposes new name — Aspen Peaks

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

The interlocal committee for the northern Utah County portion of the split Alpine School District has chosen a new name.

McDonald's is adding its first new permanent addition to its menu in 4 years

Jordan Valinsky, CNN  |  Posted April 24 - 10:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Beginning May 5, the chain will start selling McCrispy Strips, an extension of the chain's crispy chicken sandwich, its last permanent menu item, which McDonald's began selling in 2021 after a Popeyes version exploded in popularity.

Utah couple shares journey navigating a terminal dementia diagnosis

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 24 - 9:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jack and Debbie Lucas know firsthand how conditions like dementia can take a toll on an entire family.

NFL player encourages SUU graduates to carve their own path, enjoy small moments

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 9:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

The almost 3,000 Southern Utah University graduates were reminded to enjoy the small moments and find their own paths as they celebrated their accomplishments Thursday.

Unified firefighters investigating after Millcreek house fire

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 8:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Unified Fire Authority is conducting a criminal investigation into a fire that destroyed a Millcreek house on Thursday.

Attorneys finish evidence phase of murder trial for man accused of killing Eagle Mountain boys

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 8:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Attorneys have finished presenting evidence in the trial for Kent Cody Barlow, who is accused of murder in the deaths of two 3-year-old boys at Cedar Valley Stables in Eagle Mountain.

US and South Korea had 'very successful' trade talks, Bessent says

Jihoon Lee and Nandita Bose, Reuters  |  Posted April 24 - 7:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. and South Korea had a "very successful" meeting on Thursday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, as the two countries opened trade talks with Seoul seeking a path to diminish the stiff tariffs President Donald Trump is angling to impose.

Church History Museum debuts 'Lift Up the Hands Which Hang Down' art gallery

Gabriela Fletcher, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 7:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

Artwork from the 13th International Art Competition of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be displayed in a Church History Museum exhibit until Jan. 3, 2026.

US judge blocks Trump from withholding funds from 16 'sanctuary' cities, counties

Nate Raymond, Reuters  |  Posted April 24 - 6:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal judge on Thursday blocked President Donald Trump's administration from withholding federal funding from more than a dozen so-called sanctuary jurisdictions.

Leaders call 7,194 BYU graduates to excellence and discipleship during graduation ceremony

Tad Walch, Deseret News  |  Posted April 24 - 6:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Speakers encouraged the BYU graduates of the 2024-25 school year to commit to faith, family, community engagement, service and professional excellence during graduation ceremonies at the Marriott Center on Thursday.

Driver turns himself into police after hit-and-run injured two UTA employees

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Updated April 24 - 5:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

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

4 charged in hotel robbery that ended in double killing

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 5:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Four people allegedly involved in trying to rob a man at a Salt Lake City hotel, resulting in two of their friends being fatally shot, have been charged.

Gov. Cox issues drought declaration for 17 counties, urges Utahns to be 'mindful' of water

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 5:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gov. Spencer Cox issued a drought declaration for 17 of Utah's 29 counties, following a snowpack collection season that was beneficial for parts of Utah and less than ideal for others.

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Salt Lake City Motorcars expands its ultra-luxury family with Aston Martin

Jason Bell, KSL Cars  |  Posted April 24 - 4:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

In a thrilling development for car enthusiasts and luxury aficionados alike, Salt Lake City Motorcars has officially added Aston Martin to its prestigious lineup that includes Bentley, Lamborghini, Lotus and Pininfarina.

Drastic traffic changes on the table as UDOT studies Salt Lake City's Capitol Hill

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 4:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

State transportation officials are exploring creative ways to handle a growing number of people using the roadways in and around Capitol Hill.

Deseret News archives: When Hubble expanded our view of the universe on this day in 1990

Chris Miller, Deseret News  |  Posted April 24 - 4:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Hubble Space Telescope was launched into space on April 24, 1990, ushering an array of scientific discoveries for the past 35 years.

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Utah typically leads the nation in volunteer contributions: Here's why

Salt Lake Chamber  |  Posted April 24 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

According to a 2024 AmeriCorps report, Utah had the highest percentage of formal volunteering of any state.

Man killed in Colorado City shooting; suspected gunman arrested

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 2:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man died early Thursday after being shot multiple times near the Utah-Arizona border.

Trump tells Putin to 'STOP' after Russian attacks kills 12 in Kyiv

Yurii Kovalenko, Reuters  |  Updated April 24 - 2:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

Russia pounded Kyiv with missiles and drones overnight, killing at least 12 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!"

Orem psychologist charged with secretly filming teen clients undressing

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 2:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

A psychologist in Orem is facing 12 criminal charges and is accused of convincing teenage clients to undress while he secretly recorded them.

House fire in Ogden causes $300K in damages

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 2:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Ogden Fire Department is investigating after a house fire caused $300,000 in damages on Thursday morning.

Man who died in Garfield County crash identified by UHP

Alex Tumalip, KSL.com  |  Updated April 24 - 2:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Panguitch man who died after his vehicle crashed on state Route 12 in Garfield County on Tuesday night has been identified.

Streets will be closed as Salt Lake City Marathon returns this weekend

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 1:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake City Marathon returns this Saturday, as will the associated traffic impacts while the event occurs.

Korean War veterans receive medal for service, decades after war concludes

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 24 - 1:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

It's often called the Forgotten War. But on Wednesday, members of the Korean Consulate let these Utah soldiers know that their sacrifices will never be forgotten.

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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.

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

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 24 - 12:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Students are largely in favor of a University of Utah announcement that it would soon offer college credit for "prior learning and service" for performing service in the global community.

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.

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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.

'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.