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Big fish: Utah to stock prehistoric species in two reservoirs

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted May 4 - 1:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

A big fish — North America's largest freshwater fish, in fact — could find its way into a couple of small Utah lakes.

GameStop makes unsolicited offer to buy eBay for about $56B, WSJ reports

Reuters  |  Updated May 4 - 12:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

GameStop has made an unsolicited offer to acquire U.S. online marketplace eBay ​Inc for about $56 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday.

1 hospitalized after stabbing in South Salt Lake park

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated May 4 - 12:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man was hospitalized after being stabbed at a park in South Salt Lake Sunday night, according to police.

Supreme Court restores temporary access to abortion pill mifepristone

Mark Sherman and Geoff Mulvihill, Associated Press  |  Updated May 4 - 11:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Supreme Court on Monday restored broad access to the abortion pill mifepristone, blocking a ruling that threatened to upend one of the main ways abortion is provided across the nation.

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How rural towns are rebranding as outdoor recreation destinations

Kevin Lind, Deseret News  |  Posted May 4 - 11:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

Efforts to develop outdoor sport opportunities is changing the economic future of two small Utah cities.

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Immerse yourself in relaxation: Discover the benefits of cold and hot water therapy

Bullfrog and Arctic Spas   |  Posted May 4 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Whether it's stepping into a steaming hot tub after a long day or braving a quick cold plunge, this simple practice can be a relaxing ritual that helps you recover more easily from the daily stresses of life.

Spirit says most customers refunded, staff returned after shutdown

Doyinsola Oladipo and Sabrina Valle, Reuters  |  Updated May 4 - 11:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Spirit Airlines said on Sunday it ​had almost completed refunding passengers and returning its crew to their home bases following its decision to cease operations over the weekend.

Getting their hands dirty: How Utah ag education is bridging the digital divide

Emma Neff, Deseret News  |  Posted May 4 - 10:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

In a world where remote work and delivery services make it possible to never leave the couch, agricultural education is pulling students back outside.

The Utah Royals are taking the NWSL by storm. This Utah native isn't surprised

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted May 4 - 10:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

The third-year NWSL pro has helped Utah Royals FC to a 4-2-1 start that includes a record-setting five-match unbeaten run and four-straight wins to contend for a franchise-first playoff appearance.

Iran says it forced US warship back from Strait of Hormuz, US denies missile strike

Parisa Hafezi, Ahmed Tolba and Jacob Bogage, Reuters  |  Updated May 4 - 10:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

Iran said it had forced a U.S. warship to turn back from entering the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, although U.S. Central Command quickly denied a report of a missile strike.

Cruise ship waits for help after outbreak of suspected rare hantavirus onboard killed 3

Gerald Imray, Associated Press  |  Updated May 4 - 9:10 a.m.  |  Save Story

After a suspected outbreak of hantavirus killed three passengers aboard a Dutch cruise ship, the nearly 150 people, including 17 Americans, now await help off the coast of Cape Verde.

University of Utah AI supercomputer aims to boost research

Deanie Wimmer, KSL  |  Updated May 4 - 8:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new AI supercomputing system managed by the University of Utah is designed to change who can use the powerful computing resources needed to work with AI.

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Stay ahead of health issues: Echo Ultrasound's $400 comprehensive body scan

Echo Ultrasound  |  Posted May 4 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

To provide patients with peace of mind sooner rather than later, Echo Ultrasound is now offering a $400 body scan that can alert you to potential medical concerns within days.

United passenger accused of attacking attendant, trying to access cockpit as plane landed

Cindy Von Quednow and Aaron Cooper, CNN  |  Updated May 4 - 7:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man was detained after being accused of attacking a flight attendant and trying to get into the cockpit on a flight as it landed at Newark Liberty International Airport Saturday, authorities told CNN.

Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani in hospital in critical condition, spokesperson says

Elise Hammond, CNN  |  Updated May 4 - 6:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani is in critical but stable condition in the hospital, his spokesperson said Sunday.

The investment to secure the 'cultural soul' of Salt Lake City before it welcomes the world

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Updated May 4 - 6:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah leaders from across the political spectrum have united this year to create the Pioneer Trail, which aims to keep Salt Lake City rooted in the state's unique pioneer values.

Key to national security or an environmental threat? Data center debate coming to a head

Tim Vandenack and Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted May 3 - 10:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

The debate about a proposed data center in Box Elder County comes to a head Monday, when county leaders are to take action on whether the proposal moves forward.

Ultra runner half-way to 1,000 miles around Layton High's track

Sarah Martin, KSL  |  Posted May 3 - 9:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ultra distance runner Mason Wright is running the track at Layton High School and hopes to raise $100,000 for the Single Parent Project.

Springville boys start park cleaning club to 'help the world'

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted May 3 - 9:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

While most kids join clubs for soccer, video games or a book fandom, one 10-year-old from Springville decided to make a club that would help the world by cleaning up trash from parks.

Taste the warmth of Sicily at Utah's hottest new Italian restaurant

Sarah Gambles, Deseret News  |  Posted May 3 - 8:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

When customers come into new Salt Lake City restaurant 'Mina, co-owner Adam Rosh hopes they feel like they're getting a warm hug. And that's exactly how it feels going into 'Mina.

Secret Service agent 'definitively' shot by suspected gunman at White House dinner

Betsy Klein, CNN  |  Updated May 3 - 7:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said that the Secret Service agent who was shot at the White House Correspondents' Dinner was hit by a shotgun blast from the suspect charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump.

So what's keeping cash-anxious college students up at night?

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted May 3 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A recent national survey focused on how American college students are feeling about their money situation at a moment when a trip to the gas pump or grocery store can trigger anxiety.

University of Utah ranked top 5 among public schools for entrepreneurship opportunities

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted May 3 - 6:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

The University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business ranked 10th in the 2026 U.S. News and World Report MBA rankings for entrepreneurship.