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US expects Iranian response to peace proposal on Friday, fighting flares in Gulf
Idrees Ali and Hatem Maher, Reuters | Updated May 8 - 9:05 a.m. | Save Story
The U.S. said it expects an Iranian response to its latest proposal to end the war in the Gulf, even as forces renewed attacks on Friday.
Here's what the IOC says about summer sports at the Winter Games
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Updated May 8 - 8:08 a.m. | Save Story
As expected, the International Olympic Committee on Thursday ruled out adding summer sports to the Winter Games — but only for 2030. What does that mean for 2034 in Utah?
Salt Lake City mayor explored 2 different tax options before seeking property tax hike
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted May 7 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City's mayor says she explored two unique options before ultimately introducing a 12.5% tax increase proposal this week. The other options are still on the table.
US and Iran exchange fire, but Trump says ceasefire still in effect
Idrees Ali, Phil Stewart and Parisa Hafezi, Reuters | Posted May 7 - 8:02 p.m. | Save Story
The United States and Iran exchanged fire on Thursday in the most serious test yet of a monthlong ceasefire, but President Donald Trump sought to downplay the exchange.
Utah, Peruvian officials gather to mark 200 years of U.S.-Peruvian ties
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted May 7 - 7:34 p.m. | Save Story
Utah leaders and representatives from the Peruvian community gathered at the Capitol to mark 200 years of U.S.-Peruvian ties.
Chief Justice Roberts laments public perception of Supreme Court as 'political actors'
Andrew Chung, Reuters | Posted May 7 - 6:04 p.m. | Save Story
Chief Justice John Roberts expressed concern on Wednesday about the public perception of the Supreme Court as an institution driven primarily by political outcomes rather than law.
Box Elder County data center opponents pursuing ballot initative to challenge plans
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Updated May 7 - 5:27 p.m. | Save Story
Foes of the Box Elder County data center proposal are pursuing a ballot initiative to challenge the controversial plans, though details of the effort are still emerging.
West Jordan City Council dumps outdated dance law reminiscent of an '80s cult classic film
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted May 7 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
Last month the West Jordan City Council voted to eliminate a code that placed rigid restrictions on dancing.
White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor posts Trump gravesite image
Lisa Richwine, Reuters | Posted May 7 - 4:39 p.m. | Save Story
The White House called "Star Wars" star Mark Hamill "one sick individual" on Thursday after posting an AI-generated image of President Donald Trump in a shallow grave on social media.
Utah father reacts to verdict in Abbey Gate bombing case, says fight for accountability continues
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted May 7 - 4:03 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah father whose son was killed in the 2021 bombing at Kabul's Abbey Gate said a recent federal court verdict is disappointing, but not the end of the search for accountability.
Brazil's Lula visits Trump in Washington seeking to avert new US trade tariffs
Lisandra Paraguassu, Humeyra Pamuk and David Lawder, Reuters | Posted May 7 - 3:32 p.m. | Save Story
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva held talks at the White House on Thursday with President Donald Trump that were expected to focus on trade, security and critical minerals.
Why Gov. Cox says 'prosperity' should be a means, not an end
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted May 7 - 3:18 p.m. | Save Story
Global instability and rapid technological and economic change have made for "uncertain times," according to Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, leaving many Utahns "desperate" for a return to normal.
A small town in Germany braces for end to decades of life with US troops
Lisi Niesner, Reuters | Updated May 7 - 1:30 p.m. | Save Story
The picturesque Bavarian town of Vilseck has hosted U.S. forces since the end of World War II and could bear the brunt of President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw at least 5,000 troops from Germany.
Karoline Leavitt announces birth of baby girl
Aileen Graef, CNN | Updated May 7 - 12:01 p.m. | Save Story
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday announced the birth of her daughter Viviana, saying the baby is "perfect and healthy."
Pope Leo, Rubio commit to stronger ties, Vatican says, amid Trump tensions
Joshua McElwee, Reuters | Updated May 7 - 10:12 a.m. | Save Story
Pope Leo XIV and Secretary of State Marco Rubio jointly committed at a meeting on Thursday to improving relations between the Vatican and Washington.
Ogden opts to take part in renewable energy program, joining 6 other Utah locales
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted May 7 - 10:00 a.m. | Save Story
Ogden officials voted to take part in the Community Renewable Energy Program, meant to bolster use of clean energy, joining six other Utah locales.
Russia continues to violate Kyiv-proposed ceasefire, Zelenskyy says
Reuters | Updated May 7 - 9:30 a.m. | Save Story
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia continued to flout a Kyiv-proposed ceasefire on Thursday, adding that Ukraine would continue its long-range strikes if Russia carried on with its assaults.
Watchdog group calls for increased transparency in Utah education spending
Logan Stefanich and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted May 7 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
Two reports released this week by the Utah Taxpayers Association look into the spending of Utah school districts, specifically examining how much is allocated to students and teachers.
