The honor and joy of playing Mary Magdalene on 'The Chosen'

For actress Elizabeth Tabish, playing Mary Magdalene on "The Chosen" is both an honor and a privilege.

Locals in the NFL: Zayne Anderson helps Packers to playoff-clinching shutout over Saints

Buffalo recovered two fumbles and added an interception, including Taron Johnson's second defensive touchdown of the year, to pace a 24-0 second-half run Sunday afternoon against the Patriots.

A million taxpayers will soon receive up to $1,400 from the IRS. Who are they and why now?

Approximately 1 million taxpayers will automatically receive special payments of up to $1,400 from the IRS in the coming weeks.

Utah State secures 75-68 win over Saint Mary's

In a tough matchup on Sunday, Utah State secured a win over Saint Mary's with a 75-68 victory at the UCU Pavilion in Moraga, California.

Riverton High School students raise over $170,000 for the Refuge Utah

On Friday, Riverton High School students gathered in the gym to hear the results of a two-and-a-half-week charity drive they had been working on nonstop. 

Louisiana often holds inmates past their release date, DOJ lawsuit claims

Louisiana's prison system routinely holds people weeks and months after they have completed their sentences. That is according to a lawsuit filed Friday by the U.S. Department of Justice.

1 killed in Mountain View Corridor crash in West Valley City

One woman was killed following a crash at the intersection of 4100 South and Mountain View Corridor Saturday night in West Valley City.

Cooley benched late as Utah HC coughs up 3-goal lead in shootout-loss to Anaheim

Utah Hockey Club coach André Tourigny's frustration was palpable.

School suspensions: What are the long-term emotional impacts on students?

Each year, millions of American kids are suspended or expelled from school, but how effective is it?

6 of the best winter hikes along the Wasatch Front

With a little preparation and bravery, just about anyone can enjoy the reduced crowds and enhanced views of winter hiking in Utah. Here are some of the top northern-Utah hikes to enjoy even in the depths of winter.

Salt Lake police warn against leaving items in cars after alleged theft of up to $3K in gifts

Salt Lake police are warning people not to leave valuables in their cars after they arrested two men who are accused of stealing between $2,000 and $3,000 worth of property.

Have You Seen This? 'Captain America' rescued from Colorado highway

Sometimes even superheroes need rescuing. A Colorado deputy came to the aid of "Captain America" after the crusader's motorcycle broke down en route to a local children's hospital event last Wednesday.

Ogden leaders OK Forest Service building purchase, envision using it for affordable housing

Ogden leaders have approved a proposal to acquire the old Forest Service building here for $3.6 million and envision using it for affordable housing for artists.

Americans continue to move from blue states to red states

Leading up to the 2024 presidential election, some Americans and — many celebrities, it seemed — threatened to leave the country if former President Donald Trump won the election.

Rome's Trevi Fountain restored in time for Jubilee year

A restored Trevi Fountain was unveiled on Sunday after more than two months of cleaning and restoration, part of Rome's preparations for the 2025 Roman Catholic Holy Year.

Utahns spend the weekend before Christmas by giving back to resource center

More than 200 women in need had a hot meal and a safe place to stay Saturday night, thanks to a small group of volunteers at a local resource center.

The best photos from the year in Utah sports

Deseret News photojournalists captured the highs and lows, the ups and downs, the celebrations and the controversies.

Why Zion Ponderosa is your ideal vacation getaway

Here's why Zion Ponderosa is the ultimate vacation spot that should be at the top of your planning list for next year.

Weakened Iran could pursue nuclear weapon, White House's Sullivan says

The Biden administration is concerned that a weakened Iran could decide to build a nuclear weapon, White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Sunday, adding that he was briefing incoming President-elect Donald Trump's team on the risk.

Pickup truck driver killed by police after driving through Texas mall and injuring 5

Authorities in Texas say a pickup truck driver fleeing police careened through the doors of a JCPenney store, injuring five people before he was fatally shot by law enforcement officers at a busy mall.

Utah's Olympic bid committee meets one last time. What's next for the 2034 Winter Games

There was no shortage of emotion at the final meeting of the bid committee that brought the 2034 Winter Games to Utah.

At least 67 people killed in Christmas charity stampedes in Nigeria

Stampedes during three Christmas charity events across Nigeria have left at least 67 people dead in the past week, many of them children. Families are struggling during the country's worst cost-of-living crisis in a generation.

New York man finds mastodon jaw while gardening in his backyard

Scholars are hailing the discovery of a fossilized mastodon jaw discovered by a man who spotted two giant teeth while gardening at his upstate New York home this year.

Idaho Falls woman sentenced to 25 years in prison for making, distributing child pornography

Rexanna Marie Johnston was sentenced to 25 years in prison for making and distributing child pornography, the U.S. Attorney's office said Wednesday.

Trump says he might demand Panama hand over canal

President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday accused Panama of charging excessive rates for use of the Panama Canal and said that if Panama did not manage the canal in an acceptable fashion, he would demand the U.S. ally hand it over.

Get your free copy of 'Putting On Christ.' Here's how

"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.

Southern Utah sixth graders donate over $1,600 to family of injured cyclist

A group of sixth-grade girls from Washington Fields Intermediate School raised over $1,600 for a family in need.