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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?
Civilian group 'Predator Poachers' confronts repeat sex offender at Utah halfway house
Daniella Rivera, KSL | Posted April 4 - 5:01 p.m. | Save Story
A repeat sex offender who was getting another chance at freedom is back behind bars after a civilian predator hunter group confronted him inside a halfway house in Salt Lake City.
Saturday afternoon session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference
KSL.com staff | Updated April 4 - 4:13 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: 'The World Report'
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | Posted April 4 - 4:00 p.m. | Save Story
The April 2026 edition of the World Report presents a powerful collection of stories highlighting the global ministry of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Church of Jesus Christ announces new Primary presidency
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted April 4 - 2:45 p.m. | Save Story
President Rosemary K. Chibota was sustained as Primary general president along with her counselors Sister Nina M. Garfield and Sister Theresa A. Collins. Elder Benjamin M. Z. Tai was called to the Presidency of the Seventy.
General conference special: 'Behold him: New visions of the Living Christ'
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | Posted April 4 - 1:30 p.m. | Save Story
Commissioned by the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a new collection of sacred artwork brings fresh reverence and beauty to the portrayal of Jesus Christ.
General conference special: 'Christmas in Afghanistan'
Angie Denison, KSL | Updated April 4 - 1:00 p.m. | Save Story
In 2004, the 1-211th Attack Reconnaissance Battalion from West Jordan was deployed to Afghanistan. Among them was a young filmmaker who captured the story of a Christmas cultural exchange.
Spanish Fork farm holds U-pick tulip festival to give locals springtime farm experience
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted April 4 - 12:52 p.m. | Save Story
Legacy Farms in Spanish Fork is holding a U-pick tulip festival where people can come and pick their own tulips from 70 different varieties.
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Colleges and universities remain Utah's portal to higher wages, better health and 'social capital'
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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
Police & Courts »
Farmington parents seek increased transparency after teacher allegedly consumed alcohol in class
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 »
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
- World's oldest known tortoise still very much alive despite rumor to the contrary
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Sunday morning session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference
- Pilot flies airplanes without arms, speaks to others about what's possible
- 18-inch hot dog? Pretzel bat? Inside Salt Lake Bees' wild new food items
- International group critiques Utah transgender review cited by congressional Democrats
- Farmington parents seek increased transparency after teacher allegedly consumed alcohol in class
