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She gives to the Navajo elders — and they give to her
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted March 28 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
Linda Myers started Adopt-A-Native-Elder in 1986; 40 years later, it's going stronger than ever.

Why one store owner is 'glad' Utah didn't further restrict SNAP purchases
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted March 28 - 8:28 p.m. | Save Story
Clayton Cook's discount store had to pay for programming which determines if a food can be purchased with SNAP benefits. He said this year, he's relieved SNAP restrictions didn't go further.

Sen. John Curtis asks: Can compassion and immigration policy coexist?
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted March 28 - 7:44 p.m. | Save Story
Sen. John Curtis has long called for compassionate immigration enforcement. Can that exist in the current political environment?

AI can simplify tax prep but poses risks, says Utah accountant
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted March 28 - 7:01 p.m. | Save Story
Using artificial intelligence programs to file taxes? A Utah entrepreneur and accountant offers pros and cons.

'We stand together': Thousands emphasize 'the people's power' in 'No Kings' rally
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Updated March 28 - 5:29 p.m. | Save Story
Thousands of Utahns marched in downtown Salt Lake City Saturday afternoon to protest the Trump administration and emphasize that the people hold the power in America.

'He's done it so many times'; Family remembers BASE jumper who died in Rock Canyon accident
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted March 28 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
The family of a man who died in a BASE jumping accident in Provo is remembering the skilled instructor and outdoor enthusiast, who they believe lived without regret.

1 dead after a crash on Mountain View Corridor and 4100 South in West Valley City
Alex Tumalip, KSL | Posted March 28 - 4:28 p.m. | Save Story
An SUV driver is dead after reportedly running a red light and colliding with a commercial vehicle on Mountain View Corridor and 4100 South on Saturday afternoon, West Valley police said.

Eyesore or opportunity? Residents debate proposed hotel next to Sugar House Park
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 28 - 12:05 p.m. | Save Story
There remains very little agreement over a rezone that would allow for up to a 90-foot building next to the popular Sugar House Park.

Billionaire buys Payson movie theater with mission to uplift
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted March 28 - 10:41 a.m. | Save Story
A longtime movie theater in Utah County is getting a remake with a new look and a new focus for the types of movies it puts on the screen.

Inside Salt Lake's Federal Reserve cash processing operation
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted March 28 - 10:03 a.m. | Save Story
KSL got an inside look inside the highly secure Salt Lake branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco on Tuesday at how it keeps cash flowing — literally — to Utahns statewide.

Child killed, several injured in Ogden crash involving stolen vehicle, police say
Sicily Stanton for KSL | Posted March 28 - 8:52 a.m. | Save Story
An 11-year-old child was killed and seven others were injured after a stolen vehicle fleeing police crashed into a car carrying a family Friday night, authorities said.

Brain-based therapy offering some patients relief from depression
Emma Benson, KSL | Posted March 28 - 8:34 a.m. | Save Story
For many depression patients, relief means trying all sorts of different medications. But now, more people are discovering transcranial magnetic stimulation, a therapy for the brain.

Utah regulators OK program meant to promote increased use of renewable energy
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted March 28 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
Regulators have approved a program pursued by 19 Utah communities that's meant to promote increased development and use of renewable energy resources.

Utah County leaders raise awareness for seniors with Meals on Wheels
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted March 27 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
Elected officials deliver nutrition and connection to Utah seniors for annual Meals on Wheels campaign.

Driver shot, killed by trooper on I-15 after hitting patrol car, pulling out knife, police say
Curtis Booker, KSL | Updated March 27 - 10:10 p.m. | Save Story
A reckless driver was shot and killed by a Utah Highway Patrol trooper on Friday afternoon after the trooper's vehicle was rear-ended, authorities said.

'It's awesome': 13 teams from around the world in Ogden for world curling championship
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted March 27 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
Thirteen teams from around the world, including some Olympic squads, have converged on Ogden for the World Men's Curling Championship.

Nurse sentenced to probation, community service for abusing elderly woman in his care
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted March 27 - 8:37 p.m. | Save Story
A man who had been employed as a nurse at a nursing home was ordered to serve 24 months of probation after admitting to abuse of a woman in his care who died eight days later.

Park City looking for local artists to embody 'timeless connections' in bus shelter artwork
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted March 27 - 8:02 p.m. | Save Story
Park City's decorated bus stops will soon triple in number as city leaders ask for artwork submissions for 21 new bus shelters.

Gov. Cox announces bid for nuclear energy hub in Utah
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted March 27 - 6:57 p.m. | Save Story
Utah is applying to host a nuclear energy campus in Tooele County.
Police & Courts »

'He's done it so many times'; Family remembers BASE jumper who died in Rock Canyon accident
- 1 dead after a crash on Mountain View Corridor and 4100 South in West Valley City
- French police thwart a suspected bombing outside a Bank of America building in Paris
- Thieves steal 12 tons of KitKat chocolate bars in Europe
- Child killed, several injured in Ogden crash involving stolen vehicle, police say
Politics »

Why one store owner is 'glad' Utah didn't further restrict SNAP purchases
- Sen. John Curtis asks: Can compassion and immigration policy coexist?
- Anti-Trump rallies in thousands of cities for 'No Kings' protest
- 'We stand together': Thousands emphasize 'the people's power' in 'No Kings' rally
- Idaho passes law criminalizing transgender use of public bathrooms not matching biological sex
Science »

Meet the Artemis crew in NASA's first astronaut mission to the moon in more than a half-century
- Here's how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and earbuds lying around
- He suddenly couldn't speak in space. NASA astronaut says his medical scare remains a mystery
- Another PlayStation price hike means the gaming console will cost 30% more than it did last year
- Gov. Cox announces bid for nuclear energy hub in Utah





