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Planet Fitness will raise its $10 membership plan for the first time in 26 years

Planet Fitness will raise its $10 membership plan for the first time in 26 years

Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN  |  Updated May 11 - 9:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Planet Fitness $10-a-month membership plan is a powerful marketing tool and a central part of its strategy. But the largest gym chain in the United States is hiking that monthly fee for the first time in more than two decades.
Kane Creek development denied water system permits by Grand County Commission

Kane Creek development denied water system permits by Grand County Commission

Emma Pitts, Deseret News  |  Posted May 11 - 8:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

On Tuesday, a controversial Kane Creek development suffered another setback to its plans during a Grand County commission meeting.
US approves $200M to curtail spread of bird flu in cows; what USU scientists want you to know

US approves $200M to curtail spread of bird flu in cows; what USU scientists want you to know

Emma Everett Johnson, KSL.com  |  Updated May 10 - 4:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Avian influenza, or bird flu, has been spreading from birds to dairy cows in nine U.S. states. Utah State University scientists want to make sure the public has the facts.
University of Utah earns top 5 ranking among public schools for entrepreneurship opportunities

University of Utah earns top 5 ranking among public schools for entrepreneurship opportunities

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted May 10 - 3:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

The David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah continues to earn high praise when it comes to entrepreneurship, according to a recent ranking.
McDonald's to launch $5 meal deal to lure frugal diners, Bloomberg News reports

McDonald's to launch $5 meal deal to lure frugal diners, Bloomberg News reports

Granth Vanaik, Reuters  |  Updated May 10 - 2:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

McDonald's is preparing to launch a $5 meal deal at its U.S. restaurants to draw more inflation-hit customers back to its outlets, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing a person familiar with the matter.
Woman was living inside rooftop grocery store sign with computer and coffee maker for a year

Woman was living inside rooftop grocery store sign with computer and coffee maker for a year

Ed White, Associated Press  |  Posted May 10 - 1:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

Police in Michigan say a startling discovery was made on the roof of a Michigan grocery store: A woman was living inside the store sign for roughly a year.
Summit County approves purchase of hip Skullcandy HQ for $17.5M

Summit County approves purchase of hip Skullcandy HQ for $17.5M

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Posted May 10 - 10:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Government employees don't often get skateparks and putting greens in their county offices. That might change as Summit County agrees to buy the hip corporate headquarters of Skullcandy.
Target to reduce number of stores carrying Pride-themed merchandise after last year's backlash

Target to reduce number of stores carrying Pride-themed merchandise after last year's backlash

Anne D'Innocenzio, Associated Press  |  Posted May 10 - 9:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Target confirmed that it won't be carrying its LGBTQ+ merchandise for Pride month in June in some stores after the discount retailer received backlash last year for its assortment.
St. George homebuyers will pay a lot more in monthly mortgage for homes purchased this year

St. George homebuyers will pay a lot more in monthly mortgage for homes purchased this year

Haven Scott, St. George News  |  Posted May 9 - 2:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Those looking to buy a house in Washington County now face a dramatic difference in the price of a monthly mortgage, according to a recent report.
Woman creates custom designed signs, drawing inspiration from her heritage

Woman creates custom designed signs, drawing inspiration from her heritage

Tamara Vaifanua, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 9 - 2:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A popular way some families honor their 2024 grad is displaying a huge banner with their photo and name on it. Vania Lautaha has perfected this art in a unique way – drawing inspiration from her Samoan heritage.
Key player in Abravanel Hall's genesis speaks out against possible demolition

Key player in Abravanel Hall's genesis speaks out against possible demolition

Carole Mikita, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 9 - 12:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

In response to recent ideas of possibly demolishing and rebuilding Salt Lake's Abravanel Hall, the home to the Utah Symphony, a key player in the building's creation speaks out against the notion.
US weekly jobless claims increase more than expected

US weekly jobless claims increase more than expected

Lucia Mutikani, Reuters  |  Posted May 9 - 7:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits increased more than expected last week as the labor market steadily eases.
Restaurants in Delta Center revitalization zone hopeful about more customers

Restaurants in Delta Center revitalization zone hopeful about more customers

Lindsay Aerts, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 9 - 7:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

With plans to renovate the area around the Delta Center, nearby businesses say they're hopeful the plans will bring in more customers.
'Dream to be free': Utah refugees and immigrants pitch their businesses at local competition

'Dream to be free': Utah refugees and immigrants pitch their businesses at local competition

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted May 8 - 10:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Three business owners took home prize money Wednesday night at the International Rescue Committee of Salt Lake's annual immigrant and refugee pitch competition.
Disneyland gets final approval for colossal expansion

Disneyland gets final approval for colossal expansion

Natasha Chen, CNN  |  Posted May 8 - 8:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Disney cleared a major hurdle to start developing a colossal expansion of its Disneyland theme parks when the Anaheim City Council unanimously gave final approval to rezone much of the property.
Here's what North American airline passengers really think about the state of air travel

Here's what North American airline passengers really think about the state of air travel

Francesca Street, CNN  |  Posted May 8 - 4:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

North American travelers are kind of dissatisfied – at least according to consumer research company J.D. Power's 2024 North American Airline Satisfaction Study.
Panera to stop serving 'Charged Sips' drinks after wrongful death lawsuits

Panera to stop serving 'Charged Sips' drinks after wrongful death lawsuits

Dee-ann Durbin, Associated Press  |  Updated May 8 - 9:39 a.m.  |  Save Story

Panera Bread said it's discontinuing its Charged Sips drinks that were tied to at least two wrongful death lawsuits due to their high caffeine content. Panera didn't say Tuesday whether the decision was because of the lawsuits or health concerns.
Taylor Swift fans head to Europe after finding Eras Tour tickets less costly there

Taylor Swift fans head to Europe after finding Eras Tour tickets less costly there

Lisa Leff, Associated Press  |  Posted May 8 - 8:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Thousands of Taylor Swift fans are following her across the Atlantic after high ticket prices in the U.S. make seeing Swift's concerts in Europe cheaper, even after the hotel and flight.
US considers curbs on China access to AI software behind apps like ChatGPT

US considers curbs on China access to AI software behind apps like ChatGPT

Alexandra Alper, Reuters  |  Posted May 8 - 8:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Biden administration is poised to open up a new front in its effort to safeguard U.S. AI from China with preliminary plans to place guardrails around the core software of artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT, sources said.