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Why is Gov. Spencer Cox asking Utahns to 'Purple Up' on April 15?
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Updated April 13 - 11:15 a.m. | Save Story
To honor "the sacrifices and contributions" of military children, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox is designating April as "Month of the Military Child."

New Temple Square Visitors' Center opens in May; temple tour tickets available in September
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted April 13 - 10:43 a.m. | Save Story
A new Temple Square Visitors' Center opens next month, featuring new full-scale replicas of sacred temple rooms of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Colonial America is taking root in southern Utah
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Updated April 13 - 7:21 a.m. | Save Story
The most iconic buildings and people that 250 years ago delivered the American Revolution are indeed being brought to life 10 miles due south of the I-15 freeway.

What Trump's proposed budget would mean for public lands in Utah and beyond
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Updated April 13 - 6:13 a.m. | Save Story
The Trump administration has plans to allocate billions to environmental agencies — as well as cuts to other programs that have raised concerns among conservation groups.

Upcycling designer inspires Utah State students
Deanie Wimmer and Joe Wirthlin | Posted April 12 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
Nicole McLaughlin has worked with major brands like Crocs, Vans, Gucci, J. Crew, and more, taking unused and discarded materials and reimagining them into new designs.

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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 selected to help at national 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
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
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?
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
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.
Business & Tech »

Why some workers are embracing AI while others won't use it, according to a new Gallup poll
Environment »

Upcycling designer inspires Utah State students
- New app aims to help Idaho farmers track water as drought tightens grip
- Over a month's worth of rain has fallen on parts of Hawaii as a storm threatens flooding
- Public could be exposed to toxic Great Salt Lake dust through food consumption, study says
- Why Salt Lake City wants to indefinitely close these 2 road sections
Health »

ER nurse teaching kids about health, wellness through 'Mini Med School' YouTube channel
- How a new academic partnership will benefit aspiring physical therapists and their future patients
- Bird brain: New study finds birdwatching may boost brain health, slow cognitive aging
- Children with 'toxic stress' may develop hidden talents, Utah psychology professor says
- Utah Red Cross launches effort to encourage blood donations from Latino population
Religion »

New Temple Square Visitors' Center opens in May; temple tour tickets available in September
- Pope Leo, in Algeria, blasts 'neocolonial' conflicts after Trump criticism
- From 'BuddhaBot' to $1.99 chats with AI Jesus, the faith-based tech boom is here
- Thousands mourn Krishna leader Charu Das after fatal car crash in Utah
- Sunday afternoon session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference
Science »

Why some workers are embracing AI while others won't use it, according to a new Gallup poll
- ER nurse teaching kids about health, wellness through 'Mini Med School' YouTube channel
- NASA already has next Artemis flight in its sights following astronauts' triumphant moon flyby
- From 'BuddhaBot' to $1.99 chats with AI Jesus, the faith-based tech boom is here
- New app aims to help Idaho farmers track water as drought tightens grip



