Emma Pitts
'We have to look in the mirror,' Erika Kirk says in town hall series
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 14 - 9:03 a.m.
Erika Kirk, the widow of assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk, sat down with CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss as the outlet's first guest in a new town hall series.
Erika Kirk calls conspiracy theories about her husband's death 'a mind virus'
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 12 - 6:15 a.m.
In her first public pushback against conspiracy theories on her husband's death, Erika Kirk acknowledged that her husband was a well-known public figure but asked for grace to be extended to her and her family,
How running with a purpose has transformed lives behind bars
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 29 - 7:16 a.m.
Dozens of men incarcerated at the Utah State Correctional Facility ran 26.2 miles — not for medals, but for mental health and human connection.
Sen. John Curtis on why he likes the Senate better and his strategy to get things done
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 27 - 11:15 a.m.
Utah Sen. John Curtis is happy he made the decision to leave his seat in the U.S. House of Representatives to run for the U.S. Senate.
Thanksgiving taboo: Epstein files, fat jokes and the Sydney Sweeney debate
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 27 - 9:03 a.m.
As families across the country come together to celebrate Thanksgiving, there's one piece of advice that perhaps everyone could keep in mind before they open their mouths — read the room.
Understanding the rise in pedestrian deaths across the nation
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 24 - 3:05 p.m.
Pedestrian deaths caused by vehicles are hitting record levels.
Utah lawmaker argues for kratom ban to protect public health against 'gas station heroin'
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 22 - 12:05 p.m.
A Utah legislator just introduced a bill that would put a state ban on the controversial — and somewhat obscure — drug kratom. If passed, Utah would join at least seven other states in banning its sale altogether.
Utahns align with national sentiment on releasing Epstein documents
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 18 - 6:15 a.m.
Debate in Congress over releasing the Epstein files has created unlikely alliances across party lines and disunity among partisan bedfellows.
Protesters clash with police at Berkeley Charlie Kirk tribute event
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 11 - 9:04 p.m.
At least eight people were arrested in connection with the Turning Point USA event at the University of California, Berkley on Monday, the tour's final stop.
Utahns feel steady about finances — even as household debt climbs
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 7 - 7:39 a.m.
Utahns appear to be in a similar financial situation to a year ago, according to Zions Bank's consumer sentiment index for last month, published in partnership with the University of Utah.
Erika Kirk: Charlie's assassination was public; why should the trial be any different?
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 3 - 10:30 p.m.
In her first media interview since the assassination of her husband, conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Erika Kirk sat down with Fox News' Jesse Watters.
'No Kings' to return to Utah and the nation — with new security in Salt Lake City
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 17 - 11:20 a.m.
Thousands of protesters are anticipated at the "No Kings" rally in Salt Lake City this weekend.
How does notoriety impact an inmate's treatment in prison?
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 13 - 8:05 a.m.
A former assistant director of the Bureau of Prisons told Fox News that it would be unwise to have alleged Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson among the general jail population.
Kimmel's comeback faces a blackout in Utah, but there are still ways to watch
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Sept. 23 - 8:36 p.m.
Jimmy Kimmel will return to America's television screen Tuesday night after being indefinitely suspended by ABC — but not in Utah. But there are ways to get around the blackout.
What to expect in the upcoming criminal case of Tyler Robinson
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Sept. 22 - 12:00 p.m.
The case against Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk, is still taking form as criminal charges were brought just days ago by Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray.
Charlie Kirk brings 'Prove Me Wrong' tour to Utah this week — and sparks a firestorm
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Sept. 9 - 7:37 p.m.
Charlie Kirk is kicking off his "The American Comeback Tour" at Utah Valley University on Wednesday at noon, where he will host his familiar "prove me wrong" table.
Provo community unites to tackle aftermath of devastating mudslide
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Sept. 6 - 10:01 a.m.
The community of Provo showed unity in action following a downpour that carried a massive mudslide into the city from the remnants of the Buckley Draw Fire burn scar.
Utah attorney general joins national push to curb deepfake pornography
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 30 - 8:10 a.m.
The advancement of technology has created a realm of abuse in the creation of and easier access to deepfake imagery.
Report: Utah's laws set the standard for free speech
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 26 - 10:02 a.m.
Your free speech protections might vary depending on the state you reside in. The Institute for Free Speech gave Utah a top rating for free speech in a recent state-by-state report.
Big Pharma pays up: Utah to get millions in opioid settlement
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted July 10 - 10:31 p.m.
Utah will receive a share of a settlement of approximately $720 million against some of the nation's largest opioid manufacturers, the Utah Attorney General's Office announced Thursday.
The next generation of high-tech warfare is being built in Utah
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted June 18 - 2:45 p.m.
Drones are viewed as the future of war, and Fortem Technologies in Lindon is working to ensure the United States will be prepared if or when war comes knocking on its door.
Bill Reagan plastered his heart along America's highways. He didn't realize everyone would notice
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted June 8 - 1:20 p.m.
William "Bill" Reagan finds comfort in seeing any of the 300 billboards on display honoring his late wife, Julia Reagan.
Trump torched the American Bar Association. Then the Federalist Society. Who's left?
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted June 6 - 1:20 p.m.
Many judges have ruled against the Trump administration so far, and the president appeared to be fed up after a recent social media post criticizing Federalist Society Chairman Leonard Leo.
Rep. Burgess Owens, education chief back school choice and parental rights
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted June 4 - 10:01 p.m.
During a House Committee meeting Wednesday, Secretary of Education Linda McMahon doubled down on Trump administration goals to reduce federal involvement and support school choice.
