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'Definitely a need': Muslim leader says Utah needs Islamic advocacy group representation

'Definitely a need': Muslim leader says Utah needs Islamic advocacy group representation

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted July 30 - 12:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

In the wake of a violent July 13 attack, a leader in Utah's Muslim community says the state needs an advocacy group to defend the Islamic community's interests.
'Biggest and heaviest season': 'The Chosen' unveils first Season 6 teaser trailer

'Biggest and heaviest season': 'The Chosen' unveils first Season 6 teaser trailer

Margaret Darby, Deseret News  |  Posted July 27 - 6:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

The first official teaser trailer for "The Chosen" Season 6 was released on Monday. This season of the biblical drama will depict the final 24 hours of Jesus Christ's life, known as Good Friday.
St. George woman serving church mission competes on 'American Ninja Warrior'

St. George woman serving church mission competes on 'American Ninja Warrior'

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 25 - 2:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

For the past four seasons, Anna McArthur has competed on "American Ninja Warrior." This year, however, she was on a mission. Literally.
Relief Society General President Camille Johnson reflects on pioneer heritage

Relief Society General President Camille Johnson reflects on pioneer heritage

Brooke Walker, KSL  |  Posted July 23 - 10:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

As Days of '47 Parade grand marshal, Relief Society General President Camille Johnson shares family stories, reflects on the pioneer spirit and explains why she believes the celebration continues to inspire new generations.
From Salt Lake City to the Senate: Curtis leads tribute honoring Pioneer Day

From Salt Lake City to the Senate: Curtis leads tribute honoring Pioneer Day

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted July 23 - 6:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

A journey that began more than 175 years ago on the wagon trails of the West had a moment of glory in the U.S. Senate on Thursday.
St. John's Lutheran Church to hand out water during Days of '47 Parade

St. John's Lutheran Church to hand out water during Days of '47 Parade

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted July 23 - 4:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Members of the St. John's Lutheran Church in Salt Lake City will hand out water to passing paradegoers, some for the 16th year in a row.
Church of Jesus Christ announces 10 hymns to be included in 'Hymns for Home and Church'

Church of Jesus Christ announces 10 hymns to be included in 'Hymns for Home and Church'

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted July 23 - 3:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released 10 new hymns that will be included in its new hymnbook as part of a phased rollout for "Hymns for Home and Church."
Potential Daylight Saving Time change would impact American Jewish community

Potential Daylight Saving Time change would impact American Jewish community

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted July 20 - 5:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The House of Representatives passed a bill to permanently adopt Daylight Saving Time nationwide. Jewish Americans foresee challenges around the change.
Permanent deacon in Salt Lake Diocese approaches 50 years serving Catholic Church

Permanent deacon in Salt Lake Diocese approaches 50 years serving Catholic Church

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted July 19 - 5:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Deacon Stan Stott was ordained as a permanent deacon in the Catholic Church on Dec. 26, 1976. Nearly 50 years later, he says he's still enjoying it.
How a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace thrust a Texas monk and his rescue dog into the spotlight

How a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace thrust a Texas monk and his rescue dog into the spotlight

Deepa Bharath, Associated Press  |  Posted July 19 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Venerable Bhikkhu Pannakara, a Buddhist monk from Texas, has been thrust into the spotlight after leading the Walk for Peace. And yet, he said he doesn't want the attention.
Utah Odia Community hosts Rath Yatra at new temple in Kearns

Utah Odia Community hosts Rath Yatra at new temple in Kearns

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted July 18 - 8:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Ratha Yatra Festival, honoring three Hindu gods in a festival centered around bringing people together, took place at the new BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir in Kearns on Saturday.
Mount Olympus is a candidate for the UNESCO World Heritage List

Mount Olympus is a candidate for the UNESCO World Heritage List

Costas Kantouris and Elena Becatoros, Associated Press  |  Posted July 18 - 11:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

Mount Olympus, the mythological home of ancient Greece's 12 Olympian gods, may soon join UNESCO's World Heritage List.
Church of Jesus Christ reaches new record with 88,500 full-time missionaries

Church of Jesus Christ reaches new record with 88,500 full-time missionaries

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted July 15 - 8:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

On Tuesday, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced it has more missionaries serving than ever before, after the opening of 55 new missions.
Rendering released for exterior of future Spanish Fork temple

Rendering released for exterior of future Spanish Fork temple

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted July 13 - 8:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released an exterior rending for the Spanish Fork Utah Temple, which was announced in April 2025.
90th annual Obon festival gathers more than a thousand attendees in Salt Lake City

90th annual Obon festival gathers more than a thousand attendees in Salt Lake City

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted July 11 - 10:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

More than a thousand attendees gathered for the 90th annual Obon Festival hosted by the Salt Lake Buddhist Temple. Families gathered for an afternoon and evening of music, dancing and fun.
Salt Lake Buddhist Temple to host 90th annual Obon festival in Japantown

Salt Lake Buddhist Temple to host 90th annual Obon festival in Japantown

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted July 8 - 8:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake Buddhist Temple will be hosting the 90th annual Obon festival, a free community event geared around honoring and remembering one's ancestors.
NFL legendary coach Andy Reid joins Tabernacle Choir's tribute to America's 250th anniversary

NFL legendary coach Andy Reid joins Tabernacle Choir's tribute to America's 250th anniversary

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted July 5 - 9:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Legendary coach Andy Reid helped deliver a message of unity and patriotism during a special broadcast of Music & the Spoken Word honoring America's 250th anniversary.
Nazarene Youth Conference gathers 10,000 high schoolers to walk 22,000 miles in prayer

Nazarene Youth Conference gathers 10,000 high schoolers to walk 22,000 miles in prayer

Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL  |  Posted July 5 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

The five-day Nazarene Youth Conference will send 10,000+ high school students across Salt Lake County to worship together, build discipleship and practice community service.
Pope Leo XIV urges US to welcome immigrants in July 4 appeal from Lampedusa

Pope Leo XIV urges US to welcome immigrants in July 4 appeal from Lampedusa

Joshua McElwee, Reuters  |  Posted July 4 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Pope Leo XIV marked America 250 on Saturday with an appeal to welcome and protect immigrants, in a letter sent to his home country as ​he visited Italy's migrant frontline island of Lampedusa.