Health care costs more transparent, but data isn't reaching Utah consumers, report says

Nintendo offers new Switch 2 details ahead of June 5 launch

Ryan Kryska, Associated Press  |  Posted April 2 - 9:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2, which will introduce interactive chat and screenshare functions to connect gamers.

South Jordan police looking for driver involved in hit-and-run

Alton Barnhart and Garna Mejia, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 2 - 8:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

South Jordan police are looking for a driver involved in a hit-and-run Friday morning that was caught on camera.

Auto tariffs could mean more used cars and more repairs

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 2 - 8:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

While those in the auto industry are still unsure of what 25% tariffs on cars and auto parts could mean, some say it will likely bring more people to buy used cars and hang onto them for longer.

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Minky Couture  |  Posted April 2 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

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Utah lawmaker, school district settle lawsuit stemming from mask dispute

Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 2 - 7:56 a.m.  |  Save Story

A state lawmaker has settled a lawsuit with a Utah school district to the tune of more than $300,000.

Democrats sue Trump administration over election executive order

Luc Cohen, Reuters  |  Updated April 2 - 7:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Democratic Party on Monday asked a U.S. court to block Republican President Donald Trump's executive order overhauling the election system, arguing the changes risked denying eligible U.S. citizens the right to vote.

White House says Trump will go ahead with tariffs as nervous world awaits trade war

Nandita Bose and Trevor Hunnicutt, Reuters  |  Posted April 2 - 6:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

The White House confirmed on Tuesday that President Donald Trump will impose new tariffs on Wednesday, though it provided no details about the size and scope of trade barriers that have businesses, consumers and investors fretting about an intensifying global trade war.

Salt Lake City nears 'financing mechanism' for massive Delta Center district plans

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 2 - 6:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City is inching closer to reaching an agreement to help finance the culture and convention component of a "sports, entertainment, culture and convention district" downtown.

'No doubt': Utah Hockey Club knew Guenther would return after taking puck to face

Austin Facer for KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 11:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ten minutes into the first period of the Utah Hockey Club's 3-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday, Utah Hockey Club forward Dylan Guenther took a puck to the face.

'We'll never quit': Utah Hockey Club is still believing after 3-1 win over Calgary

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 11:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Hockey Club kept their (albeit slight) playoff hopes alive for a bit longer with a 3-1 win over the Flames.

Actor Val Kilmer, of 'Top Gun' fame, dies at 65, NYT reports

Surbhi Misra, Reuters  |  Updated April 1 - 10:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

Actor Val Kilmer, best-known for his roles in "Batman Forever," "Top Gun" and "The Doors," died in Los Angeles at the age of 65, the New York Times reported late on Tuesday.

Celebrating life: Honoring organ donors and their impact on Utahns

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 1 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

It takes a special person to donate an organ. Those who have were honored Tuesday morning as DonorConnect held a ceremony at the Celebration of Life Monument in downtown Salt Lake City to help kick off National Donate Life Month.

Trio of Utah players highlight McDonald's All-American Games, including BYU signee AJ Dybantsa

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 10:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

It may have been the McDonald's All-American Game, with two games dividing teams into East and West, but Team Utah showed out Tuesday night in Brooklyn, New York.

UDOT warns public of new scam that warns drivers of nonexistent toll balances

Alton Barnhart, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 1 - 10:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Department of Transportation is warning the public about a new string of toll scams.

Trump administration begins mass layoffs at health agencies, sources say

Leah Douglas, Marisa Taylor and Julie Steenhuysen, Reuters  |  Updated April 1 - 9:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Trump administration began mass layoffs of 10,000 staffers at U.S. health agencies on Tuesday, according to multiple sources familiar with the situation, with security guards barring entry to some employees just hours after they received dismissal notices.

Vernal man charged with stealing 33 loads of dirt

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 9:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Vernal man is facing a felony charge accusing him of stealing a lot of dirt from a victim's property under the guise of performing property repair work.

Liberal wins Wisconsin Supreme Court election in setback for Trump, Musk

Joseph Ax and Daniel Trotta, Reuters  |  Updated April 1 - 9:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Wisconsin voters elected Susan Crawford to the state Supreme Court on Tuesday, the Associated Press projected, maintaining the court's 4-3 liberal majority in a setback for President Donald Trump.

Now demolished, Salt Lake City outlines what's next for 'Fleet Block' development

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 8:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City officials said Tuesday they're seeking proposals for new development at an important city-owned block in the Granary District.

Photos show inside of Connecticut house where man says he was held captive for 20 years

Dave Collins, Associated Press  |  Updated April 1 - 8:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Connecticut police have released more than 100 photos showing the inside of a home where a 32-year-old man said he started a fire in a desperate attempt to free himself from more than 20 years of captivity.

Lindon man charged with sexually assaulting young girl while doing home remodeling project

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 7:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

A construction worker from Lindon was charged Tuesday with sexually abusing a young girl while working on a remodeling project in Salt Lake County.

Democratic US Sen. Cory Booker takes on Trump in marathon speech

Richard Cowan, Reuters  |  Updated April 1 - 7:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

Democratic Sen. Cory Booker accused President Donald Trump of "recklessly" challenging the nation's democratic institutions in a marathon speech that was approaching a record on Tuesday.

No joke: Wintry storm pulls April Fools' Day trick on northern Utah valleys

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Late-season valley snow Tuesday morning proved to be tricky for Utah travelers.

Inside Sen. Mike Lee's trip to Greenland with VP Vance

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted April 1 - 6:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

As Sen. Mike Lee arrived at the Pituffik Space Base on the northwest coast of Greenland last week, one of the first thoughts that crossed his mind: Wow, it's cold.