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Neighbors stunned Springville man accused of killing mother, other man
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted April 14 - 8:34 p.m. | Save Story
On Sunday, Springville police said they'd arrested 28-year-old Matthew Jacob Leonard for investigation of aggravated murder and obstruction of justice as well as drug and firearm offenses.
University of Utah opens dedicated center for medical innovation
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted April 14 - 8:15 p.m. | Save Story
The University of Utah's James LeVoy Sorenson Center for Medical Innovation opened on Tuesday. It's built to launch medical devices, techniques and partnerships not even dreamed of.
Ogden man caught in young teen's bedroom faces sexual misconduct, burglary charges
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted April 14 - 7:37 p.m. | Save Story
An Ogden man who police say was caught Sunday in a 14-year-old boy's bedroom was charged Tuesday with sexual exploitation and burglary.
Sewage mishap causes stink in Tremonton
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted April 14 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
A mishap at a city wastewater treatment plant in Tremonton caused a big stink across the south end of town last week.
Salt Lake City wants to enhance its camping ordinance, but is it going too far?
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 14 - 6:19 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's capital city is exploring a measure that would expand its overnight camping policies to combat public safety concerns tied to homelessness in Salt Lake City.
79-year-old man dies in Motorcycle crash on US 191 near Moab
Curtis Booker, KSL | Updated April 14 - 6:08 p.m. | Save Story
A crash on U.S. 191 has claimed a motorcyclist's life near Moab, police said.
Grazing goats back at work in Eagle Mountain
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted April 14 - 5:49 p.m. | Save Story
An unconventional, but highly effective "front‑line defense" is back on duty in Eagle Mountain — goats. They're helping weed, improve soil health and reduce wildfire risk citywide.
DA declines to file charges against Taylor Frankie Paul
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted April 14 - 5:30 p.m. | Save Story
The Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office says there is insufficient evidence to file new domestic-violence related charges against "Bachelorette" star Taylor Frankie Paul.
Federal investigation into Rubicon closed with no charges, company says
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted April 14 - 4:35 p.m. | Save Story
Rubicon Contracting says a federal investigation into the company for alleged human labor trafficking has been closed without any charges being filed.
Redwest festival returns to Utah after last year's weather chaos. Here's who will headline
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 14 - 4:04 p.m. | Save Story
Redwest Music Festival is moving forward with a third year with a slightly smaller setup than last year, but it'll still feature some big stars and rising names in the country and Americana scene.
Election officials explain why Utah voter information is becoming public
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted April 14 - 3:01 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Lieutenant Governor's Office is seeking to clarify confusion about a new law that makes the voter information of most Utahns public.
'Designated driver' arrested for investigation of DUI, going 126 mph
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted April 14 - 1:05 p.m. | Save Story
A man who claimed he was the designated driver for the evening was arrested after police say he failed his DUI tests and was caught driving 126 mph.
Hill Air Force Base postpones biennial Warriors Over the Wasatch Air Show
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted April 14 - 12:08 p.m. | Save Story
Hill Air Force Base announced Tuesday its biennial Warriors Over the Wasatch Air Show will be postponed to 2027 due to "critical, ongoing operations."
Pleasant Grove care facility manager arrested, accused of assaulting resident
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted April 14 - 11:30 a.m. | Save Story
An assistant manager at a care facility in Pleasant Grove for disabled adults was arrested Monday and accused of assaulting one of the residents following an argument.
As Ogden's WonderBlock project takes shape, officials discuss paid parking downtown
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted April 14 - 10:00 a.m. | Save Story
As Ogden's ambitious WonderBlock development project takes shape, city leaders are renewing debate about implementing paid downtown parking.
Lehi's new civic center celebrates community and growth
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted April 14 - 9:30 a.m. | Save Story
New Lehi Civic Center signals an ode to the city's past, while honoring its future.
Intoxicated man asked to leave family dinner fires multiple rounds, police say
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted April 14 - 8:21 a.m. | Save Story
An intoxicated man asked to leave a family dinner in Lehi on Sunday was arrested for allegedly firing off multiple rounds inside the home, according to police.
BYU cracks another top-25 poll — and this one's far from the Cougar gridiron or hardwood
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted April 14 - 8:05 a.m. | Save Story
BYU's J. Reuben Clark Law School is ranked No. 24 in the U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Law Schools survey.
Salt Lake police sit down with unsheltered Utahns to seek resource solutions
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 14 - 7:40 a.m. | Save Story
A first-of-its-kind roundtable discussion between unsheltered residents and Salt Lake City police aims to find solutions to barriers in resources to help people experiencing homelessness.
Business & Tech »
Wholesale inflation rose in March to three year-high
- As Ogden's WonderBlock project takes shape, officials discuss paid parking downtown
- Aviation safety bill based on deadly midair collision near Washington faces a House vote
- BYU cracks another top-25 poll — and this one's far from the Cougar gridiron or hardwood
- Why some workers are embracing AI while others won't use it, according to a new Gallup poll
Health »
University of Utah opens dedicated center for medical innovation
- Ultraprocessed foods are turning human thighs into well-marbled steaks
- Juab School District reports confirmed measles case as statewide outbreak grows
- 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
Police & Courts »
Mike Lee floated as possible contender for Supreme Court if there's vacancy this summer
Religion »
Trump says he won't apologize to Pope Leo, explains his reason for posting criticized meme
- Pope Leo XIV in Algeria walks in footsteps of his spiritual father, St. Augustine
- 'A wonderful celebration': New details shared about the Salt Lake Temple's 2027 public tours
- A 'joyful' place for everyone: New Temple Square Visitors' Center opens in May
- Pope Leo, in Algeria, blasts 'neocolonial' conflicts after Trump criticism
Science »
University of Utah opens dedicated center for medical innovation
- 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
