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Utah and federal government join forces to manage public lands
Eva Terry, Deseret News | Posted June 14 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah and the federal government have signed a long-term agreement to jointly manage the San Rafael Swell, ending more than a century of sole federal oversight.
2 dead after BASE jumping incident in Grand County
Kennedy Camarena, KSL | Updated June 14 - 4:03 p.m. | Save Story
Two people died on Sunday after the Grand County Sheriff's Office said a BASE jumping incident happened in a remote area of Mineral Bottom.
A Latter-day Saint apostle and Utah's governor on the need for education and morality
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted June 14 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Monday's Convening of the American Council on Education Commission on Faith-Based College and Universities focused on creating environments that foster togetherness.
Is your city ready for an age boom?
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted June 14 - 12:02 p.m. | Save Story
People don't like to talk about aging, but the conversation is not something cities, counties and communities should avoid. So how do we go about it?
Report: Americans support targeted AI surveillance, oppose 'indiscriminate' monitoring
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted June 14 - 10:03 a.m. | Save Story
A report released by software company LiveView Technologies painted a picture of how people feel about technologies like AI-powered security cameras in public spaces.
Gen Zers are more risk-averse. Experts say it's ruining their dating lives
Avni Trivedi, CNN | Posted June 14 - 9:49 a.m. | Save Story
Gen Z's fear of rejection, public embarrassment, and emotional instability—amplified by social media and a risk-averse culture—is making dating and relationships harder to pursue, despite a strong desire for connection and intimacy.
Pending home sales down nationwide amid record costs
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted June 14 - 9:33 a.m. | Save Story
U.S. pending home sales dropped for a fourth straight week as the typical cost reached a record high, according a new Redfin analysis.
These 2 new restaurant chains are expanding to the Beehive State
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted June 14 - 9:05 a.m. | Save Story
Utah's food scene is set to welcome two new players in Chicken Salad Chick and Jeff's Bagel Run, with each opening stores around the state.
Big names poised to join Utah Housing Corporation board of trustees
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted June 14 - 8:02 a.m. | Save Story
The head of the parent company of Zions Bank and a former Utah Senate president are among the nominees set to join the Utah Housing Corporation's board of trustees.
Goose catching has become a well-tuned science in Utah
Eva Terry, Deseret News | Posted June 14 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
The Great Salt Lake, along with a strong division of wildlife management, puts the state in a good place for goose capture and banding.
Ukrainian refugee living in Utah finds hope through art
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted June 13 - 10:34 p.m. | Save Story
Olha Svieshnikova, a Ukrainian refugee living here in Utah, is getting attention for her artwork.
2 critically injured in Herriman e-motorcycle crash
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted June 13 - 10:02 p.m. | Save Story
Two 15-year-old boys riding an e-motorcycle in Herriman were injured in a crash Friday.
The national AI policy showdown is being decided in Utah's backyard
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted June 13 - 9:01 p.m. | Save Story
The political battle over the future of artificial intelligence arrived in Utah this month, with the nation's top two AI super PACs dropping more than $1.3 million on congressional primaries.
Vineyard park listed for auction due to unpaid property taxes
Garna Mejia, KSL | Updated June 13 - 8:55 p.m. | Save Story
Failure on the part of Vineyard's previous mayor, as well as Sunset Beach Park's previous owner, led to five years of unpaid taxes.
56-year-old West Valley man dies while diving at Bear Lake
Alex Tumalip, KSL | Posted June 13 - 7:46 p.m. | Save Story
A 56-year-old man from West Valley City died while diving with others at Cisco Beach at Bear Lake on Saturday afternoon.
Cache County surgeon, actor dies after reaching goal to hike highest peak in all 50 states
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted June 13 - 7:03 p.m. | Save Story
Community reaches out after a surgeon at Logan Regional Hospital and recurring actor at Music Theatre West died following a medical incident after hiking Mt. Denali in Alaska.
Utah ranchers using virtual fencing for grazing after Monroe Canyon Fire
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted June 13 - 6:28 p.m. | Save Story
Virtual fencing technology is helping ranchers in central Utah manage livestock and protect fragile land after the Monroe Canyon Fire burned tens of thousands of acres last summer.
Why 4 in 10 Utah teens aren't talking to their parents
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted June 13 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
A statewide survey shows that there's a big disconnect when it comes to how willing older children are to share their emotions with their parents. Utah is taking the issue seriously.
World Cup fever hits Sandy as fans rally behind the Stars and Stripes
Garna Mejia, KSL | Posted June 13 - 4:18 p.m. | Save Story
Fans gathered in Sandy to celebrate the U.S. opening its World Cup run on Friday, which began with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay.
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A Latter-day Saint apostle and Utah's governor on the need for education and morality
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- Pope Leo says history will condemn leaders who ignore migrant deaths
- A behind-the-scenes look at the set of 'The Chosen' Season 7 in Utah County
- What the 'Schmigadoon!' co-creator said after winning 2 Tony Awards
