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Utah Muslims mark Ramadan as ongoing war in Gaza weighs heavy for many

Utah Muslims mark Ramadan as ongoing war in Gaza weighs heavy for many

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted March 14 - 7:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Several Ramadan events are scheduled for Utah, home to some 60,000 Muslims, including a fundraiser that will feature U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar as a special guest.
Manti Utah Temple reopens for tours after 2 years of renovations

Manti Utah Temple reopens for tours after 2 years of renovations

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted March 11 - 5:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Manti Utah Temple is opening for public tours this week after being closed for over two years for renovations.
Relief Society answers 'extraordinary occasions and pressing calls' across the globe, President Johnson says

Relief Society answers 'extraordinary occasions and pressing calls' across the globe, President Johnson says

Hanna Seariac, Deseret News  |  Posted March 10 - 5:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Camille N. Johnson, Relief Society general president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, speaking to European leaders, delivered a keynote address titled, "Empowering Women's Freedom of Religion and Belief."
Muslims spot Ramadan crescent moon in Saudi Arabia, meaning month of fasting starts Monday for many

Muslims spot Ramadan crescent moon in Saudi Arabia, meaning month of fasting starts Monday for many

Jon Gambrell, Associated Press  |  Posted March 10 - 1:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

Officials in Saudi Arabia, home to the holiest sites in Islam, have declared the start of the fasting month of Ramadan after sighting the crescent moon Sunday night. The annoucement marks the beginning of Ramadan for many of the world's 1.8 billion Muslims.
After buying Kirtland Temple, church hopes to keep it 'old'

After buying Kirtland Temple, church hopes to keep it 'old'

Tad Walch, Deseret News  |  Posted March 10 - 7:14 a.m.  |  Save Story

There will be no rush to renovate a historic site Latter-day Saints want to preserve as sacred ground "where heaven and earth came together."
Church announces purchase of historic Kirtland Temple, other historic sites and manuscripts

Church announces purchase of historic Kirtland Temple, other historic sites and manuscripts

Tad Walch, Deseret News  |  Updated March 5 - 8:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints jointly announced Tuesday with the Community of Christ the sale of the Kirtland Temple, as well as other historic sites and manuscripts.
Worldwide Relief Society devotional to combine advice from church leaders, local testimonies

Worldwide Relief Society devotional to combine advice from church leaders, local testimonies

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted March 5 - 7:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Relief Society of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host a March 17 devotional combining video from President Russell M. Nelson and other leaders with a testimony meeting from local congregations.
Church of Jesus Christ's 'MyHometown' initiative brings connection, learning to neighborhoods

Church of Jesus Christ's 'MyHometown' initiative brings connection, learning to neighborhoods

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted March 3 - 10:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

An initiative run by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints aims to bring church, city and community funds together to provide courses and service that build up Utah neighborhoods.
RootsTech: A 'wicked' Broadway finale, plus message from late church Apostle M. Russell Ballard

RootsTech: A 'wicked' Broadway finale, plus message from late church Apostle M. Russell Ballard

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Posted March 2 - 5:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Actor and singer Kristin Chenoweth interspersed family stories with song Saturday at RootsTech in Salt Lake City, before a film from the late President Russell M. Ballard was shown.
Reconciliation and commemoration: Dred Scott's descendant tells her story

Reconciliation and commemoration: Dred Scott's descendant tells her story

Hanna Seariac, Deseret News  |  Posted March 2 - 1:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

It was 1995 when Lynne Jackson, the great-great-granddaughter of Dred and Harriet Scott, heard a prompting from God.
Clergy protections for child abuse reporting approved by Utah Legislature

Clergy protections for child abuse reporting approved by Utah Legislature

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 29 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Senate on Thursday approved HB432, which provides legal protection to clergy members who voluntarily report ongoing child abuse or neglect from confessions.
'Remember': RootsTech 2024 kicks off with over a million participants

'Remember': RootsTech 2024 kicks off with over a million participants

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 29 - 4:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Over a million people from 190 countries gathered online and in person Thursday to kick off RootsTech 2024 and "Remember" why family history is important to them.
BYU-Wyoming Black 14 ties come into focus as 1969 football flap memorialized at exhibit

BYU-Wyoming Black 14 ties come into focus as 1969 football flap memorialized at exhibit

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 8:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

BYU and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have solidified their ties with the Black 14 philanthropic group as part of reconciliation efforts.
Tabernacle Choir prepares to perform at renowned Mall of Asia with Filipino entertainers

Tabernacle Choir prepares to perform at renowned Mall of Asia with Filipino entertainers

Dan Rascon, KSL-TV  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 9:10 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square is preparing to perform its last two concerts in the Philippines with a press day. Afterward, the choir will continue on with its world tour.
Thousands attend interfaith concert in Manila with the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square

Thousands attend interfaith concert in Manila with the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square

Dan Rascon, KSL-TV  |  Posted Feb. 26 - 3:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

Thousands of people in the Philippines filled the stands at a historic and sacred Catholic University to attend an interfaith concert with the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square.
Leaders of Latter-day Saint church bring fresh water to Filipino community

Leaders of Latter-day Saint church bring fresh water to Filipino community

Dan Rascon, KSL-TV  |  Posted Feb. 24 - 10:09 a.m.  |  Save Story

Leaders and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints helped build new water tanks for a small Filipino community in desperate need of fresh water.
Chaplains in public schools? Lawmaker wants to give districts, public charter schools the option

Chaplains in public schools? Lawmaker wants to give districts, public charter schools the option

Marjorie Cortez, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb. 22 - 8:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah could allow volunteer school chaplains in public neighborhood and charter schools starting in the 2025-2026 school year under legislation endorsed by the House Education Committee.
Tabernacle Choir arrives in Philippines to continue 'Hope' world tour

Tabernacle Choir arrives in Philippines to continue 'Hope' world tour

Dan Rascon, KSL-TV  |  Posted Feb. 22 - 7:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

There was celebration, music and dancing as the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square arrived in the Philippines to kick off the second segment of its Hope world tour.
Utah passes religious freedom bill with language to prevent anti-LGBTQ discrimination

Utah passes religious freedom bill with language to prevent anti-LGBTQ discrimination

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 22 - 4:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah lawmakers on Thursday passed a version of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act with language declaring their intent that the bill doesn't override the state's ban on conversion therapy.