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Utah's massive voter data shift
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted April 13 - 9:30 p.m. | Save Story
Thousands of Utah voters received a letter in the mail last week explaining that their voter registration data will soon be publicly available unless they qualify as an "at-risk" voter.
'A wonderful celebration': New details shared about the Salt Lake Temple's 2027 open house
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted April 13 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
Church leaders shared information about the Salt Lake Temple Celebration, including a virtual open house, shuttles, a new visitor center and volunteer opportunities.
Tiptoeing through civics lessons
Peter Rosen, KSL | Posted April 13 - 7:30 p.m. | Save Story
This year we celebrate the country's 250th birthday, but some Utah civics teachers are tiptoeing through lessons about the constitution because of the current political climate.
US lawmakers propose renaming post office for 2 officers killed in Tremonton last year
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted April 13 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's U.S. House delegation proposes renaming the post office in Tremonton after Eric Estrada and Lee Sorensen, officers killed during a domestic violence call last year.
Human remains found in Iron County
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted April 13 - 6:30 p.m. | Save Story
Officials are investigating unidentified human remains that were found in Beryl on Sunday, according to the Iron County Sheriff's Office.
World's largest steam engine rolls through Utah
Deanie Wimmer, KSL | Posted April 13 - 5:30 p.m. | Save Story
Union Pacific announced several new stops for Big Boy engine #4014, the world's largest operating steam locomotive, as part of a transcontinental tour celebrating the nation's 250th anniversary.
1 critically injured in 70-foot fall near Moab
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted April 13 - 4:00 p.m. | Save Story
A recreationist who fell more than 70 feet near Moab Friday was rescued following a technical three-hour operation.
A 'joyful' place for everyone: New Temple Square Visitors' Center opens in May
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Updated April 13 - 3:28 p.m. | Save Story
A new Temple Square Visitors' Center opens next month, featuring new full-scale replicas of sacred temple rooms of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, ahead of the Salt Lake Temple celebration.
Juab School District reports confirmed measles case as statewide outbreak grows
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted April 13 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Juab School District on Saturday confirmed a student at Juab Junior High School was diagnosed with measles, adding to Utah's total count of the highly contagious illness.
1 arrested, 1 injured in Salt Lake City shooting
Pat Reavy, KSL | Updated April 13 - 2:49 p.m. | Save Story
One man was injured and another man was arrested following a shooting at a party in Salt Lake City on Sunday night.
'We knew we had to act': Great Salt Lake gets $30M boost from business community
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 13 - 12:40 p.m. | Save Story
Three prominent families with Utah ties pledged a combined $30 million toward efforts to boost Great Salt Lake levels, as the lake faces impacts from a record-low snowpack.
Man found dead at Jordanelle Reservoir
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted April 13 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
A man was found dead at Jordanelle Reservoir early Monday, according to the Wasatch County Sheriff's Office.
Why is Gov. Spencer Cox asking Utahns to 'Purple Up' on April 15?
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Updated April 13 - 11:15 a.m. | Save Story
To honor "the sacrifices and contributions" of military children, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox is designating April as "Month of the Military Child."
Colonial America is taking root in southern Utah
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Updated April 13 - 7:21 a.m. | Save Story
The most iconic buildings and people that 250 years ago delivered the American Revolution are indeed being brought to life 10 miles due south of the I-15 freeway.
What Trump's proposed budget would mean for public lands in Utah and beyond
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Updated April 13 - 6:13 a.m. | Save Story
The Trump administration has plans to allocate billions to environmental agencies — as well as cuts to other programs that have raised concerns among conservation groups.
Upcycling designer inspires Utah State students
Deanie Wimmer and Joe Wirthlin | Posted April 12 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
Nicole McLaughlin has worked with major brands like Crocs, Vans, Gucci, J. Crew, and more, taking unused and discarded materials and reimagining them into new designs.
Utah's housing crisis: New projects tackling affordability
Deanie Wimmer, KSL | Posted April 12 - 8:00 p.m. | Save Story
Nearly 600 families will have access to affordable housing due to an $8 million loan program that Salt Lake City is launching to help build new developments.
Springville man arrested, accused of killing his mother and another man
Payton Davis, KSL | Posted April 12 - 7:05 p.m. | Save Story
A Springville man was arrested Saturday for investigation of two counts of aggravated murder in the deaths of his mother and another man last seen together on March 20.
How a new academic partnership will benefit aspiring physical therapists and their future patients
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted April 12 - 7:05 p.m. | Save Story
A new partnership between Utah Valley University and Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions is being touted as a boon for both Utah students and the health care community.
Business & Tech »
Will there be a new global Olympic sponsor at Utah's 2034 Winter Games?
- US home sales fall in March, marking a slow start to the spring homebuying season
- 'We knew we had to act': Great Salt Lake gets $30M boost from business community
- Why some workers are embracing AI while others won't use it, according to a new Gallup poll
- Utah's housing crisis: New projects tackling affordability
Health »
Juab School District reports confirmed measles case as statewide outbreak grows
- ER nurse teaching kids about health, wellness through 'Mini Med School' YouTube channel
- How a new academic partnership will benefit aspiring physical therapists and their future patients
- Bird brain: New study finds birdwatching may boost brain health, slow cognitive aging
- Children with 'toxic stress' may develop hidden talents, Utah psychology professor says
Religion »
'A wonderful celebration': New details shared about the Salt Lake Temple's 2027 open house
- A 'joyful' place for everyone: New Temple Square Visitors' Center opens in May
- Pope Leo, in Algeria, blasts 'neocolonial' conflicts after Trump criticism
- From 'BuddhaBot' to $1.99 chats with AI Jesus, the faith-based tech boom is here
- Thousands mourn Krishna leader Charu Das after fatal car crash in Utah
Science »
Why some workers are embracing AI while others won't use it, according to a new Gallup poll
- ER nurse teaching kids about health, wellness through 'Mini Med School' YouTube channel
- NASA already has next Artemis flight in its sights following astronauts' triumphant moon flyby
- From 'BuddhaBot' to $1.99 chats with AI Jesus, the faith-based tech boom is here
- New app aims to help Idaho farmers track water as drought tightens grip
