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Why some traffic lights work better than others
Brian Carlson, KSL | Posted April 8 - 6:37 p.m. | Save Story
For anyone who's ever been frustrated waiting at a red light when no other cars are coming — this article is for you.
50 guns seized from Emery County man not allowed to own weapons, police say
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted April 8 - 6:03 p.m. | Save Story
An Emery County man not allowed to own guns was arrested after deputies reported finding 50 guns on his property.
UVU calls Sharon McMahon a force for good. Critics call the choice 'tone deaf'
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted April 8 - 5:34 p.m. | Save Story
Mixed reactions followed Utah Valley University's announcement last month that "America's Government Teacher," Sharon McMahon, would be the 2026 commencement speaker.
South Ogden woman charged with murdering her boyfriend
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Updated April 8 - 5:11 p.m. | Save Story
A South Ogden woman has been charged with murder in the death of her boyfriend, who was found with a gash on his head.
Former NBA star John Stockton makes a last appeal to the Supreme Court
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted April 8 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
The attorney for former Utah Jazz point guard John Stockton and his co-plaintiffs filed a letter to the Supreme Court on Monday as a last-ditch effort to address a COVID-related case.
Utah releases January employment data following government shutdown-caused delays
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted April 8 - 4:01 p.m. | Save Story
After a multiple-month delay caused by last year's federal government shutdown, the Utah Department of Workforce Services on Wednesday released January employment data for the Beehive State.
Fire captain's daughter critically burned in fiery southern Utah UTV crash
Dan Rascon, KSL | Posted April 8 - 8:20 a.m. | Save Story
A violent UTV crash on a trail in southern Utah has left two teenage girls hospitalized, one with critical burn injuries. Now the family is facing down aiding in her recovery.
Here's what Utah's 2034 Winter Games organizers plan to do this year
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted April 8 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
Raise more money. Finalize a plan. Start reaching out to Utahns statewide. It's only part of the plans 2034 Winter Olympics organizers have after observing the recent Games in Italy.
Why John Curtis says protecting Taiwan from China is an 'all hands on deck' mission
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted April 8 - 6:51 a.m. | Save Story
Sen. John Curtis is urging his colleagues to focus their attention on what he considers to be the greatest threat to the global economy: China's stated desire to eventually annex Taiwan.
Kratom company sues over Utah's new law limiting sales of the compound
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted April 8 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
An kratom manufacturer is suing over Utah's new law limiting sales of the compound, saying it could cost the company more than $10 million when it takes effect next month.
How Utah plans to spend $1B to save the Great Salt Lake
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 7 - 10:35 p.m. | Save Story
President Donald Trump included Utah's request for $1 billion for lake restoration projects in his proposed federal budget, which would be used in a variety of ways.
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.
Business & Tech »
Utah releases January employment data following government shutdown-caused delays
- 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
Education »
UVU calls Sharon McMahon a force for good. Critics call the choice 'tone deaf'
- 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
Environment »
How Utah plans to spend $1B to save the Great Salt Lake
- 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
Police & Courts »
Rex Heuermann pleads guilty to murder charges, admits he killed 8 women in Gilgo Beach case
Science »
March smashes record as most abnormally hot month for continental US, federal meteorologists say
- Satellite data shows Earth is getting ever brighter at night
- Photo gallery: NASA releases new images taken during historic flyby of the moon
- 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
