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Maestro Markus Poschner to conduct three concerts at Deer Valley Music Festival

Carole Mikita, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 5:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Symphony just announced its Deer Valley season for this summer, and Maestro Markus Poschner will conduct three concerts at the festival, a first in more than 20 years.

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6 months after Charlie Kirk assassination, Cox sees hope for depolarization

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated March 19 - 5:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gov. Spencer Cox said he's been "surprisingly hopeful" about the potential for depolarization in the six months since Charlie Kirk was shot and killed in Orem.

Banksy reveal brings new attention to Park City art

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 5:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The artist known as Banksy has a name, and now we know it. Art lovers in Park City say they hope the revelation increases visits to the mountain town by people looking for local art.

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Smart ways to make the most out of your Utah tax refund

Kathleen Clove, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 4:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

Stretch your tax refund so you can get more for your money when you buy used in Utah on KSL Classifieds.

Woman sues Weber County hospital, security firm alleging sexual assault by a guard

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 4:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

A woman is suing Ogden Regional Medical Center and HSS Inc., a security company, saying she was sexually assaulted by a security guard while she was a patient.

Duchesne County fire 25% contained; structures no longer at risk

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Updated March 19 - 4:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Revola Dugway Fire burning near Arcadia and south of Upalco in Duchesne County was 25% contained Thursday and no longer threatening structures.

Body of 67-year-old man recovered from Starvation Reservoir

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 4:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

An investigation is underway after a 67-year-old man's body was found at Starvation Reservoir on Thursday.

Have You Seen This? Underwater artist at work on a coral reef

Grant Olsen for KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 3:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

If a scuba diver were to ever get bored with the amazing sights in the mysterious fathoms below, there are plenty of unusual and entertaining things to do.

Police searching for 2 men following Kearns shooting that critically injured man

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 3:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

A shooting in Kearns Thursday prompted three schools in the area to take precautionary measures. One man was shot and critically injured, and police were searching for two men.

ABC cancels 'Bachelorette' season with Utahn Taylor Frankie Paul, citing 2023 video

Andrew Dalton and Alicia Rancilio, Associated Press  |  Posted March 19 - 2:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

ABC has canceled its already filmed season of "The Bachelorette" starring Utahn Taylor Frankie Paul after a 2023 video surfaced, saying Thursday it is focused on supporting the family.

Bus driver: More drivers stopping for bus red lights in Alpine School District

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 2:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Matt Burch, a bus driver with the Alpine School District, said more drivers are stopping for school buses that have their red stop lights activated.

'Behavioral therapist' arrested, accused of collecting child sex abuse material

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 2:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Salt Lake County man who investigators say claims to work with autistic children and is a former substitute teacher has been arrested and accused of collecting child sex abuse material.

'We need an ICE facility': Cox expresses support for immigrant detention center

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 1:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gov. Spencer Cox supports plans for an immigrant detention center in Utah and has reached out to federal officials to collaborate on the plans.

What the World Happiness Report reveals about social media and the world's happiest country

Kostya Manenkov and Kirsten Grieshaber, Associated Press  |  Updated March 19 - 12:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

The latest World Happiness Report 2026 says that heavy social media use has contributed to a stark decline in well-being among young people.

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How AJ Dybantsa cemented his place in BYU hearts forever

Jay Drew, Deseret News  |  Posted March 19 - 12:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Phenom has already made his mark with BYU's worldwide fanbase, endearing himself by embracing the culture that sets BYU apart.

Utah's record warmth sparks new avalanche concern; more resorts set to close

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 12:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

This week's record-breaking heat could pose a new avalanche threat for those still trying to cling to winter activities in the mountains for as long as possible.

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Regional resilience: How the intermountain region is defying economic trends

Utah Valley Chamber  |  Posted March 19 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

While other parts of the country face economic challenges, in the Beehive State the economic outlook remains surprsingly strong.

3 arrested as hundreds protest new ICE purchase of Salt Lake warehouse

Garna Mejia and Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 11:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

Three people were arrested Wednesday as hundreds protested at a warehouse purchased by ICE for a detention center in Salt Lake City.

US official warns small airports could soon shut down over TSA absences

David Shepardson, Reuters  |  Updated March 19 - 11:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned on Thursday that if a ​partial government shutdown continues, small airports could soon shut down as 50,000 airport security officers go without pay.

Iran intensifies attacks on Gulf energy sites after Israel struck its key gas field

Jon Gambrell, David Rising, Mike Corder and Natalie Melzer, Associated Press  |  Updated March 19 - 10:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Iran intensified its attacks on oil and natural gas facilities around the Gulf on Thursday, raising the stakes in a war that is sending shock waves through the global economy.

How parent conversations during spring break can prevent underage drinking

Tamara Vaifanua, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 9:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Spring break can be a great time to talk with your children about the dangers of underage drinking. Parents Empowered offers suggestions to make a difficult conversation easier.

Patrick Kinahan: Less-is-more theory may have salvaged BYU's basketball season

Patrick Kinahan for KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 9:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Less than a minute into the latest in a series of humbling BYU losses, Kevin Young experienced an epiphany that practically slapped him across the face.

After 35 years, Idaho's Rupe's Burgers manager Leo Wallace retires

Lisa Lete, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted March 19 - 9:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

After 35 years behind the counter, in the kitchen, waiting tables and literally at the heart of one of Blackfoot's most beloved restaurants, Rupe's Burgers manager Leo Wallace is retiring.