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Salt Lake City rejects rezone for controversial 7-story hotel next to Sugar House Park
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated April 7 - 10:14 p.m. | Save Story
The future of a parcel of land next to Sugar House Park is no closer to being any clearer since a Sizzler restaurant closed there six years ago.

What will be found in BYU's new time capsule?
Hayden Madson, Deseret News | Posted April 7 - 10:01 p.m. | Save Story
BYU President Shane Reese and Vice President Keith Vorkink packed a time capsule on Tuesday that will remain unopened for 50 years, until the university's bicentennial year in 2075.

Weber State launches effort at model home to promote use of energy-efficient technology
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted April 7 - 9:06 p.m. | Save Story
Weber State officials launched a new initiative at the university's Sustainability Home to promote use among homeowners of energy-efficient technology.

Weber Basin Water Conservancy District responds to drought with 20% restriction
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted April 7 - 8:34 p.m. | Save Story
The Weber Basin Water Conservancy District is asking users to cut back on their watering this coming season by 20%, and shorten their season, running until Sept. 15.

From the ashes of Herculaneum to Utah: Ancient scrolls make rare US appearance at UVU
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted April 7 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Four original carbonized papyri buried after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius were on display at Utah Valley University for the Herculaneum Papyri and AI Conference.

Ogden man charged with luring girl from her home and raping her
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted April 7 - 6:36 p.m. | Save Story
An Ogden man faces nine felony counts, including rape, for allegedly luring a girl from her home on several occasions to sexually assault her.

This Hill Air Force Base squadron was named top in the Air Force
Emma Neff, Deseret News | Posted April 7 - 6:02 p.m. | Save Story
The 388th Fighter Wing's 34th Fighter Squadron at Hill Air Force Base, known as the "Rude Rams," took home the Raytheon Trophy after a historic year of combat deployments and milestones.

Blue pinwheels highlight child abuse prevention in West Jordan
Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted April 7 - 5:33 p.m. | Save Story
Thousands of blue pinwheels spinning outside the West Jordan Justice Court are serving as a powerful reminder for Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Leader of Utah Krishnas identified as man killed Springville 4-car collision
Curtis Booker, KSL | Updated April 7 - 5:22 p.m. | Save Story
A crash in Springville on Monday left one dead and caused traffic delays.

Report: Odorless natural gas filled home days before fatal 2024 South Jordan home explosion
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted April 7 - 5:01 p.m. | Save Story
Natural gas alarms could have identified an odorless gas leak prior to a fatal home explosion two years ago in South Jordan, according to a report released Tuesday.

Red Butte announces 30 new concerts for 2026 — and 1 rescheduled show
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 7 - 4:03 p.m. | Save Story
Red Butte Garden's popular Outdoor Concert Series is back this year with 30 new performances and one rescheduled show, including a blast of nostalgia.

'We're in a really tough shape': Lake Powell's grim outlook only getting worse
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 7 - 3:25 p.m. | Save Story
Lake Powell's projected snowmelt inflows dropped by nearly 1 million acre-feet of water from last month, according to a new National Weather Service outlook report.

Springville couple arrested, accused of sexually abusing young girl
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted April 7 - 2:30 p.m. | Save Story
A Springville couple has been arrested and accused of sexually abusing a young girl multiple times.

Serial sexual predator at center of KSL Investigation facing new felony charges behind bars
Daniella Rivera, KSL | Posted April 7 - 1:30 p.m. | Save Story
A serial sexual predator at the center of a KSL Investigation has been charged in three new felony cases while incarcerated.

Teen survives crash that killed two friends in Juab County, calls survival a miracle
Dan Rascon, KSL | Posted April 7 - 12:10 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah teen who survived a horrific crash that killed his two close friends is speaking publicly for the first time, surrounded by the families of the teens who lost their lives.

BYU police aren't laughing at April 1 bomb threat videos
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted April 7 - 11:00 a.m. | Save Story
A South Jordan man was arrested and accused of posting a video on April 1 claiming bombs had been placed in every BYU classroom.

Here's who will perform at Salt Lake City's 2026 Twilight Concert Series
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 7 - 10:00 a.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City is bringing in a "bold, genre-spanning" roster for its 2026 Twilight Concert Series lineup, including familiar indie artists and an acclaimed hip-hop artist.

Roy confrontation offers glimpse into immigration enforcement action unfolding around nation
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted April 7 - 8:40 a.m. | Save Story
A confrontation off I-15 in Roy last week, partially caught on video, offers a glimpse into the sort of immigration enforcement action unfolding around Utah and the country.

Economist predicts more pain at the gas pump as Iran military action continues
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted April 7 - 8:20 a.m. | Save Story
On Monday, AAA reported that the average price nationally for a gallon of unleaded regular gas was $4.11. In Utah it was $4.16.
Business & Tech »

Salt Lake City rejects rezone for controversial 7-story hotel next to Sugar House Park
- Travelers will face limits on how many chargers they can carry as airlines try to reduce fire risks
- Ford recalls over 420,000 vehicles in US over windshield wiper failure
- Delta Air hikes checked baggage fees as jet fuel prices soar
- Bracket challenge: Training Table named your favorite restaurant that's no longer around
Education »

What will be found in BYU's new time capsule?
- Weber State launches effort at model home to promote use of energy-efficient technology
- From the ashes of Herculaneum to Utah: Ancient scrolls make rare US appearance at UVU
- Trump administration terminates agreements to protect transgender students in several schools
- College students will soon be paying a bit more at Utah's public higher education institutions
Environment »

Trump is seeking $1B for Great Salt Lake. How would it be used?
- Weber State launches effort at model home to promote use of energy-efficient technology
- Weber Basin Water Conservancy District responds to drought with 20% restriction
- 'We're in a really tough shape': Lake Powell's grim outlook only getting worse
- Early peach blossoms make following weeks crucial as farmers prepare for early harvest
Politics »

Trump is seeking $1B for Great Salt Lake. How would it be used?
- Trump agrees to 2-week Iran ceasefire, drops threat to destroy 'whole civilization'
- 107-year-old World War II veteran honored at Massachusetts State House
- Roy confrontation offers glimpse into immigration enforcement action unfolding around nation
- Economist predicts more pain at the gas pump as Iran military action continues
Science »

Travelers will face limits on how many chargers they can carry as airlines try to reduce fire risks
- Artemis II astronauts make long-distance call to space station as they head home from the moon
- From the ashes of Herculaneum to Utah: Ancient scrolls make rare US appearance at UVU
- Photo gallery: NASA releases new images taken during historic flyby of the moon
- Artemis moon mission breaks record for distance from Earth




