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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 chosen to arrange flowers at US 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.
DHS paid $145M for Salt Lake ICE facility — but may own only half the land
Garna Mejia, KSL | Posted April 11 - 7:05 p.m. | Save Story
County records reveal a surprising detail about a major federal immigration facility in Salt Lake City: DHS appears to own only half the land beneath its new warehouse.
Good Deeds Day: What you can do to give back
Lauren Irwin, Deseret News | Posted April 11 - 6:29 p.m. | Save Story
Companies and individuals in Utah and around the world will participate in a day of service on Sunday. Here's how you can participate.
The Forest Service heads west as the West starts to burn
Eva Terry, Deseret News | Posted April 11 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
While fires are a natural part of most ecosystems across the West, the National Interagency Fire Center expects an active season this summer due to below-average precipitation.
Pedestrian detour in place on Lehi's Jordan River Trail as new freeway construction begins
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted April 11 - 4:18 p.m. | Save Story
Construction on 2100 North in Lehi causing a detour along the Jordan River Parkway Trail.
Where does Salt Lake City rank in a list of the hottest housing markets?
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted April 11 - 3:01 p.m. | Save Story
The once red-hot Salt Lake housing market has cooled down considerably, so much so, a recent report says it ranks No. 88 out of 127 housing markets nationwide.
Education »
Upcycling designer inspires Utah State students
- How a new academic partnership will benefit aspiring physical therapists and their future patients
- Weber State Day of Giving returns to support students and staff
- 'He would do anything': Community praises character of principal who stopped gunman
- Bear River girls lacrosse continues winning streak, achieves 101st program win
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 »
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
- US fertility rates drop to record low in 2025 as births fall
Science »
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
- Artemis II's moon-traveling astronauts return home to cheers after a record-breaking trip
- Children with 'toxic stress' may develop hidden talents, Utah psychology professor says
Utah Counties »
Upcycling designer inspires Utah State students
- Utah's housing crisis: New projects tackling affordability
- Springville man arrested, accused of killing his mother and another man
- How a new academic partnership will benefit aspiring physical therapists and their future patients
- Forest Service chief explains new approach to land management, headquarters move to Utah
