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Tax cuts appear likely as Utah lawmakers tout rosy economic estimates
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Feb. 20 - 1:50 p.m. | Save Story
Utah lawmakers are feeling bullish about passing another round of tax cuts thanks to better-than-expected revenue estimates for the next fiscal year.
Utah's rising rugby star eyeing LA for 2028 Olympic Games
Tamara Vaifanua, KSL | Posted Feb. 20 - 1:21 p.m. | Save Story
As the Winter Games wrap up, many athletes are already preparing for the next Olympic spotlight in Los Angeles 2028. One such athlete is a rising rugby star from Utah.
Staying Red Cross ready: Fire safety and preparedness initiatives in Utah
Hayden Madson, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 20 - 12:51 p.m. | Save Story
The American Red Cross of Utah responded to 154 home fires in 2025 while helping 728 people with emergency assistance, the organization shared in a recent northern Utah report.
Murray High shifts to remote learning next week after fire forces evacuation
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Updated Feb. 20 - 12:34 p.m. | Save Story
Murray High School was evacuated Friday due to a fire in the school's wood shop. Students were sent home for the day, and classes next week will be held remotely.
Alysa Liu Olympic gold inspires Utah's next generation of figure skaters
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted Feb. 20 - 11:55 a.m. | Save Story
For 6-year-old Maya Hansen, the ice is already magic. Her excitement isn't just about what she's been learning on the ice; it came from watching her favorite skater win Olympic gold.
Man convicted in 2015 killing now arrested, accused of knocking out co-worker's teeth
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Feb. 20 - 11:27 a.m. | Save Story
A man recently paroled from the Utah State Prison for a manslaughter charge has been arrested again for allegedly punching a co-worker and knocking out his teeth.
Utah landlord-tenant bill deemed 'not ready for prime time'
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Feb. 20 - 10:29 a.m. | Save Story
A bill in the Utah Legislature that would give landlords more power to terminate rental agreements in certain situations failed to move forward this week.
Gov. Cox talks immigration, church and Trump ahead of governors meeting
Lauren Irwin, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 20 - 10:02 a.m. | Save Story
Gov. Spencer Cox sat for an interview Thursday at a live Politico event as governors from across the country convene for an annual gathering of the National Governors Association.
Keeping Utah's rural kids digitally connected during long school bus rides
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 20 - 9:34 a.m. | Save Story
This year, the Moab-based Grand County High School boys basketball team played a road game against Duchesne High — an approximately 300 mile round-trip bus ride.
Keeping sleds together: The mechanic behind the Jamaican bobsled team
Matt Gephardt, KSL | Posted Feb. 20 - 9:06 a.m. | Save Story
Dave Kiernan has long been a mechanic, but not of sleds. And in a sport where the difference is a hundredth or even thousandth of a second, a lot of what goes on keeps him busy.
Families left scrambling after Tooele day care announces sudden closure
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Feb. 20 - 8:40 a.m. | Save Story
Tooele parents are grappling with news of a Tooele day care center's unexpected closure announcement.
Alpine skier sees 2 Olympics in Cortina, 70 years apart
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted Feb. 20 - 7:29 a.m. | Save Story
Bruno Alberti was just 22 years old the last time the Winter Olympics were hosted in his hometown of Cortina, Italy. Seventy years later, he is again watching the world, from home.
Skiers describe trying to help avalanche victim near Brighton
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Feb. 20 - 7:02 a.m. | Save Story
Siblings Maggie and Harrison Garner, and their friend, Darius Christensen, described trying to help the victim of a deadly avalanche Thursday near Brighton Ski Resort.
Telehealth program aims to provide quick care for pediatric stroke patients
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 20 - 6:12 a.m. | Save Story
Lucy Merrell, who had a stroke at age 14, spoke about how quick care changed her outcomes. A new telehealth program aims to provide that quick care to more patients.
Salt Lake County GOP removes 7 leaders accused of making 'false allegations' against party
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Feb. 19 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
The Salt Lake County GOP removed seven top leaders from their posts on the executive committee for making "false allegations of criminal election interference" against the party.
Experts urge families to wear helmets while sledding
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Feb. 19 - 9:34 p.m. | Save Story
Helmets have become standard on Utah's ski slopes, but health professionals say children should also be wearing them during other winter activities, including sledding.
Recent storms have helped, but more are needed for Utah water supply, state says
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Feb. 19 - 9:01 p.m. | Save Story
Recent storms have helped hoist Utah's snowpack out of record-low status, but Utah water managers say many more like it are needed to improve this year's water outlook.
Shiffrin already looking ahead to the next race after winning gold
Matt Gephardt, KSL | Posted Feb. 19 - 8:31 p.m. | Save Story
Just one day after blowing away the competition for a gold medal in the slalom, Team USA Alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin is already focusing on the next race.
Mike Lee holds strong support among conservatives in Utah, new poll shows
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 19 - 8:04 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Sen. Mike Lee has maintained a strong standing among self-identified conservatives in Utah as he continues to boost his standing as one of President Donald Trump's allies in Congress.
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Trump orders temporary 10% global tariff to replace duties struck down by US Supreme Court
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Trump orders temporary 10% global tariff to replace duties struck down by US Supreme Court
Politics »
Tax cuts appear likely as Utah lawmakers tout rosy economic estimates
- Trump orders temporary 10% global tariff to replace duties struck down by US Supreme Court
- Gov. Cox talks immigration, church and Trump ahead of governors meeting
- Arts commission approves Trump's plan for White House ballroom
- Salt Lake County GOP removes 7 leaders accused of making 'false allegations' against party
Religion »
Conference Center closing as church, city, state officials plan for Salt Lake Temple reopening
- The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, died at 84
- Church of Jesus Christ's newest apostle reflects on role to testify of Christ
- Elder Clark G. Gilbert called to church's Quorum of the 12 Apostles
- President Oaks encourages students to build faith, humility and patience in BYU devotional
