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Jury finds Meta and Google liable in social media addiction trial

Dawn Chmielewski, Reuters  |  Updated March 25 - 12:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Los Angeles jury found Alphabet's Google and Meta liable for $3 million in damages on ​Wednesday in a landmark social media addiction lawsuit.

2 killed in Tooele County crash

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted March 25 - 11:38 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two people were killed in a Tooele County crash Wednesday.

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Assessing bone health and body composition without radiation: The benefits of REMS

Echo Ultrasound  |  Posted March 25 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Osteoporosis weakens bones and makes them more prone to fractures, yet many people are unaware they have declining bone density until they're formally diagnosed, making screening an important part of preventative healthcare.

Local US Navy veteran's book explores grief, trauma and healing through the eyes of whales and whalers

Cody Roberts, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted March 25 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Daniel Miller told EastIdahoNews.com that in his new book, he hopes to engage with conversations around grief, trauma, resilience and healing.

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Here's how Trump's 'favorite Mormon' went from Utah to Washington

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted March 25 - 11:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Chris Klomp is a Latter-day Saint CEO who took a field trip with his kids and ended up running the Department of Health.

Genetic study identifies earliest-known dog — from 15,800 years ago

Reuters  |  Updated March 25 - 11:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

New genetic ​research now is offering valuable insight on man's best friend, including identifying the earliest-known dog, dating to 15,800 years ago.

Utah 2034 organizers look to boost interest in biathlon ahead of Games

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted March 25 - 10:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Looking to boost interest in biathlon in the years leading up to the Utah 2034 Games, staff at Soldier Hollow let journalists try the sport Tuesday.

For BYU's Kalani Sitake, 'alumni' is more than a label. Here's how one is aiding Cougars in spring

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted March 25 - 10:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

There were two Isaiahs on BYU's practice field during spring training camp, as former defensive lineman Isaiah Bagnah returned from his first season in the CFL to mentor his former teammates.

Jury finds Santaquin nurse guilty of manslaughter, not murder, in death of her friend

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Updated March 25 - 9:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Santaquin nurse, Meggan Sundwall, was found guilty of manslaughter, not aggravated murder as charged, after a jury deliberated for two days.

3 charged with obstruction in 2024 Mt. Olympus trailhead killing

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted March 25 - 9:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Three people who police say helped hide key evidence from police during a 2024 homicide investigation were charged Tuesday with obstruction.

Bracket challenge: What's your favorite restaurant that's no longer around? Round of 16

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 25 - 9:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Restaurants come and go, but some are so iconic they stay with us forever.

Democrat flips seat in special election for Florida district that includes Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort

Jonathan J. Cooper, Associated Press  |  Updated March 25 - 9:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Democrat Emily Gregory won a Florida special election on Tuesday, flipping a state legislative district that is home to Mar-a-Lago, the Palm Beach estate that President Donald Trump counts as his residence.

Republicans skeptical of fast-tracking Trump-backed election bill through budget process

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted March 25 - 8:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

A number of Republican lawmakers are unsure of a plan to pass an election reform bill through a tool that would allow the majority party to fast-track legislation without needing a filibuster.

Savannah Guthrie tapes interview with Hoda Kotb, plans 'Today' show return next month

Brian Stelter, CNN  |  Updated March 25 - 8:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

As she prepares to return to the "Today" show, Savannah Guthrie has taped an interview with Hoda Kotb, her longtime friend and colleague.

Utah cancels its spring football game for a 'fan day,' so why the change?

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 25 - 8:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

The spring football game has been a small respite in the drought of the offseason period.

Law aims to bolster transparency when cities, school districts, other entities pursue tax hikes

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted March 25 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

A bill signed into law Monday aims to bolster transparency and public involvement when cities, school districts and other entities pursue property tax hikes.

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How smart retirees make their savings go twice as far

B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions and Advisors  |  Posted March 25 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Could coordinating your taxes, Social Security, income, healthcare, and investment risk make your savings go twice as far in retirement?

Pedestrian hit, killed on Redwood Road in Salt Lake City

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted March 25 - 7:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

One person died early Wednesday after being hit by a car in Salt Lake City, police say.

Consecutive sentences ordered for 'deliberate' killing of man left by I-80

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted March 25 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Alejandro Moore was sentenced to at least 23 years in prison and up to life for killing Anthony Bracamonte after the judge heard from multiple family members mourning his loss.

Minnesota sues US agencies for access to evidence in killings of Rene Good, Alex Pretti

Christian Martinez, Reuters  |  Updated March 25 - 6:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

Minnesota sued ​the federal government on Tuesday, seeking access to evidence in the ‌fatal shootings by federal officers of Rene Good and ⁠Alex Pretti.

Will Utah Gov. Cox sign — or veto — divisive teacher discipline bill?

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted March 25 - 6:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has already signed off on several high-profile K-12 education bills, but SB312 on teacher discipline is still sitting at his desk. What will he do with it?

Jake Long hits 2-run HR, but Utah's 9th inning rally falls short to BYU

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 24 - 11:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

Freshman Cal Miller, the one-time BYU commit before he flipped to Utah, had his chance to cement his name in rivalry lore in his first game in the rivalry game.

Connor McDavid reaches career milestones in Oilers' 5-2 win over Mammoth

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted March 24 - 11:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mammoth fall at home to the Oilers after Edmonton scored three goals in the second period as Connor McDavid records his 400th and 401st goals of his NHL career.