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US strikes Iran in response to a drone attack on a ship that Trump says violated ceasefire
Collin Binkley and Jon Gambrell, Associated Press | Updated June 26 - 5:06 p.m. | Save Story
The U.S. has struck Iran to respond to a drone attack a day earlier on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, a provocation that President Donald Trump said violated the ceasefire.
Fear grips Haitian communities after Supreme Court ruling unwinds protection from deportation
Gisela Salomon, Patrick Aftoora-orsagos and Claire Galofaro, Associated Press | Updated June 26 - 4:30 p.m. | Save Story
After the Supreme Court decided Thursday to allow the Trump administration to end legal protections for migrants fleeing violence and natural disasters in Haiti and Syria, fear ricocheted through those communities.
Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement with US in 'first step' toward peace, Rubio says
Ben Finley, Abby Sewell and Melanie Lidman, Associated Press | Updated June 26 - 2:10 p.m. | Save Story
Secretary of State Marco Rubio joined Israel and Lebanon's ambassadors to the U.S. to announce a framework agreement described as a first step toward peace following months of conflict.
New York City freezes rents for 1 million apartments in Mamdani victory
Jonathan Allen, Reuters | Updated June 26 - 1:28 p.m. | Save Story
A New York City housing board voted on Thursday to freeze rents for about 1 million regulated apartments for up to two years, fulfilling a central campaign promise of Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Former Trump adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to mishandling classified documents
Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff, Reuters | Posted June 26 - 11:03 a.m. | Save Story
John Bolton, a former national security adviser for President Donald Trump, pleaded guilty in federal court on Friday to mishandling classified information.
'We're not afraid': Supporters rally for longtime Salt Lake City man detained, facing deportation
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Updated June 26 - 10:34 a.m. | Save Story
Friends and family rallied in support of a longtime Salt Lake City man, originally from Mexico, who was detained by immigration agents and faces deportation.
The main motor: Latinos accounted for nearly half of Utah's growth from 2020 to 2025
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted June 26 - 6:18 a.m. | Save Story
Latinos accounted for nearly half of Utah's overall population growth between 2020 and 2025 and were the primary motors in Salt Lake, Weber and Davis counties.
Here's who is moving forward after the Utah County Republican primary
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted June 25 - 10:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah County is poised to see change this November after the incumbent clerk appears to have lost the primary race and two commissioner seats are open for newcomers.
UN halts escort of ships through Hormuz after vessel comes under attack
Jonathan Saul, Gram Slattery and Tala Ramadan, Reuters | Updated June 25 - 7:30 p.m. | Save Story
The U.N. International Maritime Organization paused its operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after a vessel reported an attack, reigniting concerns about whether a preliminary deal to end the Iran war will hold.
Family mourns loss of Beaver Mountain cabin burned in Cottonwood Fire
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted June 25 - 6:00 p.m. | Save Story
For Evan Stapley, Beaver Mountain was more than a place to escape — it was where his family built memories. And now the Cottonwood Fire has taken that away.
Cox issues statewide fireworks ban amid historic wildfire conditions
Carter Williams, KSL and Joe Wirthlin, KSL | Updated June 25 - 5:13 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox announced a statewide ban on fireworks given wildfire-prone conditions.
House Speaker Johnson tries to patch things up between Trump and Congress
Nolan D. McCaskill and Steve Holland, Reuters | Updated June 25 - 4:00 p.m. | Save Story
House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson was due to meet with President Donald Trump on Thursday in hopes of defusing a standoff with Congress.
Reflecting Pool now under surveillance as Trump blames vandals for green algae
Andrew Goudsward, Reuters | Posted June 25 - 2:29 p.m. | Save Story
Security is keeping watch at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, whose blue color has been fouled by green algae after being newly renovated at President Donald Trump's request.
Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention center has closed, governor says
Jeffrey Collins, Associated Press | Posted June 25 - 2:21 p.m. | Save Story
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced the closure of the temporary immigration center known as "Alligator Alcatraz."
New York surged left. Utah chose the center. What does it mean for Democrats?
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted June 25 - 12:06 p.m. | Save Story
Many people are viewing Tuesday night's elections as a win for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, but experts disagree on whether democratic socialism is reshaping the party.
PCE inflation measure tops 4.0% in May; consumer spending strong
Lucia Mutikani, Reuters | Posted June 25 - 11:42 a.m. | Save Story
Inflation increased further in May, breaking above 4.0% for the first time since 2023 as the Middle East conflict boosted energy prices, though consumer spending remained strong.
Utah Republicans say their primary wins reveal a path for GOP heading into midterms
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted June 25 - 9:46 a.m. | Save Story
Reps. Blake Moore and Celeste Maloy both say their wins in the difficult primaries can serve as a blueprint for other Republicans running in tight races elsewhere in the country.
Data center developers move forward despite voter backlash aimed at Sen. Adams, others
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted June 25 - 8:15 a.m. | Save Story
O'Leary Digital is moving forward with its Box Elder County data center plans despite voter backlash in Tuesday's voting aimed at state Sen. Stuart Adams and others.
