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Utah consumer sentiment increases despite national sentiment decline, war in Iran
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted April 5 - 7:05 p.m. | Save Story
When it comes to thoughts on economic conditions, Utahns generally have a better outlook than the rest of the country.
Colorado City family remembers dad who 'chose love' when others didn't always get to
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted April 5 - 6:00 p.m. | Save Story
Gregory Barlow, 52, died unexpectedly on March 29. His children reflect on their parents' love story that they say was "forbidden" due to their beliefs.
Fighting demons to conquer a monster: Utahn sets record in 300-mile race across Arizona desert
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted April 5 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah native Michael McKnight overcame mental and physical hurdles to break the record for the Arizona Monster 300, a 304-mile race through the Sonoran Desert.
Man arrested after police say he stripped naked in front of general conference crowd
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 5 - 4:45 p.m. | Save Story
A man was arrested at Temple Square in Salt Lake City Saturday after police say that he disrobed in front of "thousands" of people who had come for general conference.
Sunday afternoon session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference
KSL.com staff | Updated April 5 - 4:04 p.m. | Save Story
The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Saturday morning session of the April 2026 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
General conference special: 'Perpetual education: 25 years of hope and opportunity'
Angie Denison, KSL | Posted April 5 - 1:30 p.m. | Save Story
For 25 years, the Perpetual Education Fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has opened doors of opportunity around the world — empowering more than 135,000 individuals across 80+ countries.
Sunday morning session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference
KSL.com staff | Updated April 5 - 12:25 p.m. | Save Story
The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Saturday morning session of the April 2026 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
General conference special: 'President Dallin H. Oaks: Defender of faith & freedom'
Carole Mikita, KSL | Posted April 5 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
In a time of transition and reflection, "President Dallin H. Oaks: Defender of faith & freedom" explores the life, legacy, and prophetic calling of President Dallin H. Oaks, the 18th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Pilot flies airplanes without arms, speaks to others about what's possible
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted April 5 - 11:25 a.m. | Save Story
A pilot who was once scared of flying is now inspiring future pilots. Jessica Cox, born without arms, was one of them and can almost laugh about it now.
18-inch hot dog? Pretzel bat? Inside Salt Lake Bees' wild new food items
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 5 - 9:23 a.m. | Save Story
The Salt Lake Bees entered the ballpark foodie wars this season with what might be the biggest hot dog on the minor league market, and other unique items.
International group critiques Utah transgender review cited by congressional Democrats
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted April 5 - 9:03 a.m. | Save Story
An international group released a report on Thursday critiquing a Utah review of youth transgender treatments, though the review has largely been ignored by state lawmakers.
Celebrate Easter weekend with these worship songs
Emma Neff, Deseret News | Posted April 5 - 7:38 a.m. | Save Story
As Christians worldwide commemorate the Resurrection, many are looking for ways to quiet the noise of the world and focus on the Savior. Here are some musical suggestions for you.
Colleges and universities remain Utah's portal to higher wages, better health and 'social capital'
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted April 5 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
Almost two-thirds of registered American voters believe a bachelor's degree isn't worth the cost, according to an NBC News poll released late in 2025.
Farmington parents seek increased transparency after teacher allegedly consumed alcohol in class
Erin Cox, KSL | Posted April 4 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
A Davis County family is seeking increased transparency after they learned their daughter's special education teacher was allegedly drinking in class.
'Simplicity is OK:' What Italy's Olympics taught organizers of Utah's 2034 Winter Games
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted April 4 - 9:46 p.m. | Save Story
One of the most lasting lessons organizers of Utah's 2034 Winter Games learned during Italy's Olympics may have come from seeing some paper plates proudly displayed on a wall in a Milan classroom.
Skiers sue 2 major resort owners over lift ticket prices
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted April 4 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
The two largest ski resort owners in North America face a class-action lawsuit alleging the companies artificially inflated daily lift prices to force riders to buy expensive season passes.
How Burgess Owens is seeking to better 'MATCH' job seekers with employers
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted April 4 - 7:44 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Rep. Burgess Owens unveiled the MATCH Act in Congress on Thursday to help better match students with job opportunities, calling the current resume system "outdated."
Manuel's El Burrito in Clearfield marks 50 years in business; operators hope for 50 more
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted April 4 - 7:03 p.m. | Save Story
Manuel's El Burrito in Clearfield held a small celebration on Tuesday to mark 50 years in business, making it among Utah's longest-lasting Mexican restaurants.
Are mortgage rates still going up in the US?
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted April 4 - 6:29 p.m. | Save Story
Mortgage rates were up again for the fifth straight week. Will the trend continue?
Business & Tech »
Paramount in talks for Gulf backing in Warner takeover, WSJ reports
- Utah consumer sentiment increases despite national sentiment decline, war in Iran
- Colleges and universities remain Utah's portal to higher wages, better health and 'social capital'
- How Burgess Owens is seeking to better 'MATCH' job seekers with employers
- Manuel's El Burrito in Clearfield marks 50 years in business; operators hope for 50 more
Education »
Colleges and universities remain Utah's portal to higher wages, better health and 'social capital'
- Farmington parents seek increased transparency after teacher allegedly consumed alcohol in class
- How Burgess Owens is seeking to better 'MATCH' job seekers with employers
- University of Utah president responds to Trump's executive order 'to save college sports'
- 10-year-old Springville girl starts petition to save her elementary school
Health »
6-year-old girl holding art auctions to raise money childhood cancer patients
- South Florida dad heads home after nearly 7-year wait for lifesaving heart transplant
- From grocery stores to campus: Measles continues to spread in Utah
- Audit raises 'significant' issues with Utah's oversight of a Medicaid nursing home program
- Eastern Utah measles infections double within a week, health officials say
Police & Courts »
Police car chases result in 8 deaths around US in less than a week
- Man arrested after police say he stripped naked in front of general conference crowd
- Farmington parents seek increased transparency after teacher allegedly consumed alcohol in class
- Skiers sue 2 major resort owners over lift ticket prices
- Civilian group 'Predator Poachers' confronts repeat sex offender at Utah halfway house
Politics »
International group critiques Utah transgender review cited by congressional Democrats
- US rescues airman whose F-15 was downed in Iran, officials say
- How Burgess Owens is seeking to better 'MATCH' job seekers with employers
- Trump proposes 'historic' defense spending budget, eyes 10% cut to other federal programs
- University of Utah president responds to Trump's executive order 'to save college sports'
Science »
A gray whale that swam 20 miles up a Washington state river is found dead
- Fossils from China show complex life evolved millions of years earlier than once thought
- Artemis II astronauts are more than halfway to the moon as they seek to break Apollo 13's record
- Artemis II's moonbound astronauts capture Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they leave it behind
- Scientists find evidence for theorized gargantuan star explosions
Utah Counties »
Colorado City family remembers dad who 'chose love' when others didn't always get to
- Fighting demons to conquer a monster: Utahn sets record in 300-mile race across Arizona desert
- Man arrested after police say he stripped naked in front of general conference crowd
- Sunday afternoon session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference
- Sunday morning session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference
