Romney stands by Trump criticism but says MAGA is now the Republican Party

US agencies should use advanced technology to identify mysterious drones, senator says

Bianca Vazquez Toness, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 15 - 1:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

After weeks of drones buzzing over parts of New York and New Jersey, Sen. Chuck Schumer is urging the federal government to deploy better drone-tracking technology to identify and ultimately stop the airborne pests.

New approach to Rocky Mountain grizzlies sought ahead of the second Trump presidency

Mead Gruver, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 15 - 12:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

Environmental groups are asking the U.S. government to do more to protect grizzly bears in Wyoming, Montana and Idaho.

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The best photos of 2024 from the Deseret News

Chuck Wing, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 15 - 11:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's the images themselves that make us say "wow" — the kind of photos that make you, as a photographer, wish you had taken.

Driver dead after rollover crash in Eagle Mountain

Jordan Ormond, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 15 - 11:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

A driver is dead following a rollover crash in Eagle Mountain Saturday night, according to the Utah County Sheriff's Office.

Accused killer testifies about 'blacking out' during alleged murder of 23-year-old

Kaitlyn Hart, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Dec. 15 - 11:38 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man accused of shooting a 23-year-old 17 times testified on Friday that he "blacked out" during the killing.

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Get your free copy of 'Putting On Christ.' Here's how

Vescovo Buonarroti Art, LLC  |  Posted Dec. 15 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

"Putting on Christ" by author Steven Anthony Bishop seeks to inspire those who are diligent truth seekers. And now interested readers can get an e-book version for free.

What do Americans really think of Trump's deportation plans?

Samuel Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 15 - 10:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

The knee-jerk reaction for many pundits was to declare what President-elect Donald Trump's victory meant for America. A more predictable route, would be to declare what Trump's victory did not mean.

Can a test detect those lyin' eyes? A Utah company says yes. Judges aren't so sure

Daniella Rivera, KSL-TV  |  Posted Dec. 15 - 10:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah company says its technology can recognize lies by tracking your eyes. There is an intensifying legal push to make the results admissible in court.

Firefighter staff struggles to keep with Bear Lake growth

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Dec. 15 - 9:38 a.m.  |  Save Story

On the Idaho side of Bear Lake, there is an urgent need for volunteer firefighters.

Squirrels behind recent power outages in Bountiful

Allessandra Harris Gurr, KSL NewsRadio   |  Posted Dec. 15 - 9:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

Some neighborhoods in Bountiful have been experiencing short power outages since early December. Bountiful City Power says they're being caused by a fluffy nuisance — squirrels.

How should the opioid settlements be spent? Those hit hardest often don't have a say

Geoff Mulvihill, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 15 - 8:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

People with substance use disorder are not getting a direct say on how most opioid settlement money is used.

Huntsville residents are still without water as town leaders search for leak

Brian Carlson, KSL-TV  |  Updated Dec. 15 - 8:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

Huntsville town leaders are scrambling to find and put an end to a leak in a tank that has all but drained the town's water supply.

The end of an era: How Taylor Swift boosted the US economy

Auzinea Bacon, CNN  |  Updated Dec. 15 - 7:43 a.m.  |  Save Story

The concert tour that made Taylor Swift a billionaire wraps up this weekend, but it has already left a lasting impact on the global economy.

Captain Clutch: Clayton Keller scores in final minute to lift Utah HC over San Jose

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 14 - 11:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

With 43 seconds remaining, Utah captain Clayton Keller skated into the slot and sent a quick wrister into the back of the net to lift Utah to a 4-3 win over the San Jose Sharks Saturday at SAP Center.

Veterans honored during Wreaths Across America event in Bluffdale

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted Dec. 14 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

For Stephanie Higham and her family, visiting the Utah Veteran's Cemetery and Park in Bluffdale wasn't about seeing someone they knew, it was about honoring those they had never met.

Chicago police officer who was previously homeless now living his dream

Karen Jordan, WLS-Chicago  |  Posted Dec. 14 - 9:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

Lavelle Schaffer went from sleeping on the train every night to keeping the streets of Chicago safe every day.

Baker, Mag help BYU overwhelm Wyoming from the bench at Delta Center

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Dec. 14 - 9:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dawson Baker and Mawot Mag combined for 22 points off the bench as BYU beat Wyoming 68-49 to hand the Pokes a fourth consecutive loss.

Kneepkens, Toure take over in 4th to erase 10-point deficit in win over Washington

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 14 - 9:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

Facing a 10-point deficit going into the fourth quarter, Gianna Kneepkens and Maye Toure changed everything.

Orem rejects rezoning Canyon Park Tech Center, continues Wilkerson Farm discussion

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 14 - 9:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tensions were high in the Orem City Hall Tuesday at a six-hour meeting, during which city leaders voted against applications for the Canyon Park Tech Center and Wilkerson Farm to be rezoned and developed into housing.