What the governor's housing adviser says about Utahns who might leave due to home prices

'I was a kid': Man seeks parole for 2009 murder committed when he was 14

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 1:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Antonie Hunter Farani has spent more than half his life incarcerated. He is now seeking parole for an execution-style killing he committed in 2009 at age 14.

Nearly 20 years later, BYU star Lee Cummard a head coach in his dream job

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 1:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

Former BYU basketball star Lee Cummard had quite the birthday celebration this year, one that he'll never forget.

Prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione, Bondi says

Doina Chiacu, Reuters  |  Updated April 1 - 12:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi directed federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, the man accused of shooting and killing UnitedHealth Group Chief Executive Brian Thompson.

Alternative music tour to bring 'sophomore' lineup to Utah. Here's who will play

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 12:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

An alternative music tour co-founded by Vans Warped Tour creator Kevin Lyman released its "sophomore year" lineup and tour dates, including a stop in Utah.

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How outdoor play helps children with physical and cognitive development

Lifetime Products  |  Posted April 1 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Certain elements of play contribute directly to children's physical and cognitive development. This helps them grow from curious kids into confident, intelligent, and physically capable young adults.

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Is Utah the blueprint for America's 'Abundance' agenda?

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted April 1 - 11:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Some Democrats are coalescing around a pro-growth message familiar to the Beehive State.

'Part of my legacy': Jazz players remember their McDonald's All-American experience

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 11:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

If basketball skills can be transferred via a McDonald's drive-thru, St. George might soon become a hotbed of talent.

High-profile child murderer accused of attacking another prison inmate

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 10:56 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man sentenced to prison for the high-profile murders of his two young brothers in Davis County is facing a new charge for allegedly assaulting another prison inmate.

Patrick Kinahan: One shining moment no longer applies to BYU basketball

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 10:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Take it from the legend himself, count on BYU basketball continuing to enjoy success in the NCAA Tournament.

A tale of two stranded horses that became fast friends

Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News  |  Posted April 1 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two beached horses who don't do well dealing with the unknown are recuperating at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab.

Trump administration begins mass layoffs at health agencies, sources say

Leah Douglas and Marisa Taylor, Reuters  |  Posted April 1 - 9:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Trump administration has begun firing staff at major U.S. health agencies including the CDC and FDA as part of its plan to cut 10,000 government health jobs, sources familiar with the situation and a health official said on Tuesday.

2 brothers set out to 'push the limits' to 'elevate' a player's game in the fast-growing sport of pickleball

Kathy Aiken for KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 9:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two brothers, Breygan and Kasen Holbrook, got hooked on the newfound sport and set out to solve a problem they identified that would help "elevate" the game of others.

Woman critically injured in west Salt Lake crash

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 8:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

A woman in her 50s was critically injured early Tuesday in a crash near 4980 W. California Ave. in Salt Lake City.

Group from Bora Bora saves for 2 years to see general conference in person

Dan Rascon, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 1 - 8:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

A historic trip for members of a youth group and their leaders from Bora Bora who traveled nearly 5,000 miles to Utah to enjoy activities and see general conference.

83% of Americans favor deporting at least some immigrants here illegally, survey finds

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 8:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new survey shows that 83% of Americans favor deporting at least some immigrants in the country illegally, but the conditions for doing so vary widely.

Sundance volunteer, former employee reflect on their experience working the film festival

Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 1 - 7:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

As Utah comes to terms with the Sundance Institute's decision to move to Colorado, some of the main folks who keep the festival running are sharing their experiences.

Father, 2 boys scale cliff to hang American flag in Zion National Park

Stephanie DeGraw, St. George News  |  Posted April 1 - 7:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

A father and two sons scaled Moonlight Buttress in Zion National Park to hang an American flag last Wednesday.

From paper fish to flying penguins, April Fools' Day is sure to bring plenty of practical jokes

Hallie Golden, Associated Press  |  Posted April 1 - 6:50 a.m.  |  Save Story

From France to Iceland to the United States, April Fools' Day will be celebrated on Tuesday with practical jokes and elaborate hoaxes, so make sure to triple check viral posts and don't leave your back open to any stray sticky notes.

Utah raises prices for fishing, hunting and other fees for nonresidents

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 6:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

State wildlife managers say nonresidents coming to Utah to hunt and fish should prepare for a "moderate adjustment" in costs beginning in July.

Family narrowly misses being crushed by boulder in Ogden Canyon

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted March 31 - 10:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Margo Pomazongo and her family were finishing up a visit to Utah for spring break on Sunday, when she said they narrowly missed being crushed by a boulder.

Jazz clinch worst record in franchise history in loss to Hornets

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 31 - 8:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

The 2024-25 Utah Jazz will live on in infamy.

Utah health, human services loses jobs, $98M in grants

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted March 31 - 8:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Federal health officials cut $11.9 billion in COVID-19-related funds to state and local health departments last week.

SpaceX launches private astronaut crew in historic polar-orbiting mission

Joey Roulette, Reuters  |  Updated March 31 - 8:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Elon Musk's SpaceX on Monday launched a crew of four private astronauts led by a crypto entrepreneur on a mission to orbit Earth from pole to pole, a novel trajectory in which no humans have traveled before.