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Utah's housing crisis: New projects tackling affordability

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

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

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.
Forest Service chief explains new approach to land management, headquarters move to Utah

Forest Service chief explains new approach to land management, headquarters move to Utah

Kevin Lind, Deseret News  |  Posted April 12 - 4:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Forest Service plans to relocate its headquarters to Utah as part of a broader reorganization. Its chief explains why.
South Salt Lake's Mural Fest aims to blend community, culture through art

South Salt Lake's Mural Fest aims to blend community, culture through art

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted April 12 - 2:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

South Salt Lake's upcoming Mural Fest looks to celebrate community and culture though vibrant art pieces.
Cedar City recognized globally for mountain bike trail excellence

Cedar City recognized globally for mountain bike trail excellence

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted April 12 - 12:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Cedar City was recognized as a 2026 IMBA Trail Town, which is a new national designation from the International Mountain Bicycling Association given to towns that exhibit excellence in creating quality accessible trails in communities.
The Utah teen's guide to a higher-paying summer

The Utah teen's guide to a higher-paying summer

Minty Buckwalter, Deseret News  |  Posted April 12 - 11:10 a.m.  |  Save Story

Summer is right around the corner, and for teenagers, that means the window for securing a prime summer job is officially open. Here's how you can take full advantage.
A taste of small town America, right next to the freeway

A taste of small town America, right next to the freeway

Lee Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted April 12 - 9:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

In the age of cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all, same gas station and burger place on every corner uniformity, The Creamery is the exception — a business set apart by its uniqueness.
American Fork man killed in I-15 crash in Sandy

American Fork man killed in I-15 crash in Sandy

Sicily Stanton for KSL  |  Posted April 12 - 9:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

An American Fork man died Saturday in a motorcycle crash on I-15 near 10600 South, UHP reported.
Lindon florist chosen to arrange flowers at US first lady luncheon

Lindon florist chosen to arrange flowers at US first lady luncheon

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted April 12 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah florist will be on the national stage as she gets to decorate for the 113th Annual First Lady's Luncheon in Washington.
Utah man with Parkinson's to run Boston Marathon

Utah man with Parkinson's to run Boston Marathon

Garna Mejia, KSL  |  Posted April 11 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah man is preparing to take on one of the most prestigious races in the world, the Boston Marathon, but he said the most important race he's running is against a debilitating disease.
'Animal Farm' got a controversial makeover. Why Utah's Angel Studios is involved

'Animal Farm' got a controversial makeover. Why Utah's Angel Studios is involved

Margaret Darby, Deseret News  |  Posted April 11 - 9:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

"Animal Farm" is getting a happy ending — and not everyone is happy about it.
Do mega passes leave skiers and snowboarders better or worse off?

Do mega passes leave skiers and snowboarders better or worse off?

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted April 11 - 9:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A recent lawsuit filed against the two largest ski resort companies in North America raised questions about the cost of season passes and daily lift tickets amid an awful snow season.
Utah Tech celebrates 111 years of whitewashing the D

Utah Tech celebrates 111 years of whitewashing the D

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted April 11 - 8:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Members of the St. George community gathered Saturday to whitewash the iconic D. It is the university's longest standing tradition, having been held for 111 years.
DHS paid $145M for Salt Lake ICE facility — but may own only half the land

DHS paid $145M for Salt Lake ICE facility — but may own only half the land

Garna Mejia, KSL  |  Posted April 11 - 7:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

County records reveal a surprising detail about a major federal immigration facility in Salt Lake City: DHS appears to own only half the land beneath its new warehouse.
Good Deeds Day: What you can do to give back

Good Deeds Day: What you can do to give back

Lauren Irwin, Deseret News  |  Posted April 11 - 6:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Companies and individuals in Utah and around the world will participate in a day of service on Sunday. Here's how you can participate.
The Forest Service heads west as the West starts to burn

The Forest Service heads west as the West starts to burn

Eva Terry, Deseret News  |  Posted April 11 - 5:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

While fires are a natural part of most ecosystems across the West, the National Interagency Fire Center expects an active season this summer due to below-average precipitation.
Pedestrian detour in place on Lehi's Jordan River Trail as new freeway construction begins

Pedestrian detour in place on Lehi's Jordan River Trail as new freeway construction begins

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted April 11 - 4:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

Construction on 2100 North in Lehi causing a detour along the Jordan River Parkway Trail.
Where does Salt Lake City rank in a list of the hottest housing markets?

Where does Salt Lake City rank in a list of the hottest housing markets?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted April 11 - 3:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The once red-hot Salt Lake housing market has cooled down considerably, so much so, a recent report says it ranks No. 88 out of 127 housing markets nationwide.