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Americans exposed to hantavirus on ship enjoy Nebraska hospitality while in quarantine

Americans exposed to hantavirus on ship enjoy Nebraska hospitality while in quarantine

Josh Funk, Associated Press  |  Posted May 24 - 11:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

The 18 American passengers who were exposed to hantavirus on the MV Hondius cruise ship are getting a taste of Nebraska hospitality as they wait to find out how much longer they will have to remain in quarantine at the hospital in Omaha.
Southern California chemical tank at risk of exploding as 50,000 residents ordered to evacuate

Southern California chemical tank at risk of exploding as 50,000 residents ordered to evacuate

John Raby and Josh Funk, Associated Press  |  Posted May 24 - 10:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

Authorities braced for the possibility that a damaged chemical tank in Southern California could leak or explode as an evacuation order continued into the Memorial Day weekend for 50,000 residents with no timeline on when they can return.
Idaho firm plans to redevelop long-vacant site off Ogden's 12th Street and Wall Avenue

Idaho firm plans to redevelop long-vacant site off Ogden's 12th Street and Wall Avenue

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted May 24 - 9:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

An Idaho firm has acquired a long-vacant site off 12th Street and Wall Avenue in Ogden and plans to redevelop the location, probably with new retailers.
14-year-old former patient breaks ground on Huntsman Cancer Institute expansion

14-year-old former patient breaks ground on Huntsman Cancer Institute expansion

Emily Ashcraft, KSL  |  Posted May 24 - 9:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Huntsman Cancer Institute is doubling the capacity of its proton therapy center. It is the only location the therapy, used in brain cancers and children's cancers, is available in Utah.
Amber Alert issued for 2 young boys abducted in Saratoga Springs; lives 'in danger'

Amber Alert issued for 2 young boys abducted in Saratoga Springs; lives 'in danger'

Sicily Stanton for KSL  |  Posted May 24 - 8:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Authorities issued an Amber Alert early Sunday for two young children believed to have been abducted by a family member in Saratoga Springs, and are asking the public for help locating them and the suspect.
Elementary school raising funds for fourth grader with aggressive brain cancer

Elementary school raising funds for fourth grader with aggressive brain cancer

Cody Roberts, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted May 24 - 8:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

In February, Emma Hill and her parents learned she had an aggressive, cancerous brain tumor. It's officially called a diffuse midline glioma, but Emma doesn't call it that. She's nicknamed it Ursula.
Your guide to Memorial Day food deals in 2026

Your guide to Memorial Day food deals in 2026

Emma Neff, Deseret News  |  Posted May 23 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

From Arby's and Baskin Robbins to Shake Shack and Olive Garden, there's a deal for everyone to enjoy this Memorial Day weekend.
Kiana Palacios' first NWSL goal helps Utah Royals FC to rivalry win over Denver Summit

Kiana Palacios' first NWSL goal helps Utah Royals FC to rivalry win over Denver Summit

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 10:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Royals' home winning streak rolled on Saturday afternoon.
Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says

Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says

Darlene Superville and Alanna Durkin Richer, Associated Press  |  Updated May 23 - 10:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Secret Service says a man who opened fire near a White House security checkpoint is dead in the third incidence of gunfire near President Donald Trump in the past month.
Judge dismisses Kilmar Abrego indictment, says DOJ abused power

Judge dismisses Kilmar Abrego indictment, says DOJ abused power

Luc Cohen, Reuters  |  Updated May 23 - 9:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

A judge dismissed an indictment against Salvadoran migrant Kilmar Abrego Garcia on Friday, finding the ​Trump administration abused its power by prosecuting him in retaliation.
Salt Lake City passes road closure that could solve last remaining train horn issue

Salt Lake City passes road closure that could solve last remaining train horn issue

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

A small, indefinite road closure in Salt Lake City could help fix a complaint that west side residents have had for years.
Sens. John Curtis and Mark Kelly debut video campaign urging parties to 'disagree better'

Sens. John Curtis and Mark Kelly debut video campaign urging parties to 'disagree better'

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted May 23 - 8:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Sen. John Curtis is teaming up with Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly to urge Americans to have productive conversations with their neighbors, even those who have different political views.
Magnitude 6 earthquake strikes Hawaii's Big Island; USGS assessing Kilauea volcano

Magnitude 6 earthquake strikes Hawaii's Big Island; USGS assessing Kilauea volcano

Mihika Sharma, Reuters  |  Posted May 23 - 7:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 ​struck near Honaunau-Napoopoo on the Big Island of Hawaii late Friday that was felt across the Hawaiian island chain.
A Utah man's journey through family separation and childhood cancer to self-defense

A Utah man's journey through family separation and childhood cancer to self-defense

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 7:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dwight Hargett knew Parowan was the place he wanted to move his family. Wanting to protect them and give them tools to protect themselves, he opened a gym teaching self-defense.
USU researchers working with beavers to preserve water

USU researchers working with beavers to preserve water

Shelby Lofton, KSL and Simone Seikaly, KSL   |  Posted May 23 - 6:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

By observing and studying beavers, Utah State Riverscapes professor Joe Wheaton is teaching students how to provide solutions to local farmers.
Mortgage rates rose sharply this week across the nation

Mortgage rates rose sharply this week across the nation

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted May 23 - 5:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mortgage rates reached 6.51% Thursday, the highest level since August 2025, according to Freddie Mac, as the Iran war continues to drive up costs.
Real Salt Lake gives up stoppage-time goal for 1-1 tie with Minnesota before World Cup break

Real Salt Lake gives up stoppage-time goal for 1-1 tie with Minnesota before World Cup break

The Associated Press  |  Posted May 23 - 5:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mauricio González subbed on in the 77th minute for Minnesota United and scored his first career goal in stoppage time Saturday in 1-1 tie with Real Salt Lake.
'A team effort': EPA head backs $1B budget request after touring Great Salt Lake

'A team effort': EPA head backs $1B budget request after touring Great Salt Lake

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 5:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Lee Zeldin, the administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, joined several Utah politicians and state officials for an airboat tour of the bay Saturday.
Trump says framework of Iran deal 'largely negotiated,' with provision to reopen strait

Trump says framework of Iran deal 'largely negotiated,' with provision to reopen strait

Asif Shahzad, Michael Martina and Ryan Patrick Jones, Reuters  |  Updated May 23 - 4:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump wrote on Saturday that a memorandum of understanding on a peace deal with Iran is "largely negotiated," as both countries and mediators in Pakistan reported ​progress.
2 humpback whales set records swimming between Australia and Brazil

2 humpback whales set records swimming between Australia and Brazil

Adithi Ramakrishnan, Associated Press  |  Updated May 23 - 4:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Scientists have spotted two humpback whales that made separate, record-breaking crossings between Australia and Brazil.
Motorcyclist dies after colliding with SUV in West Valley City

Motorcyclist dies after colliding with SUV in West Valley City

Alex Tumalip, KSL  |  Updated May 23 - 3:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

A motorcyclist died after colliding with an SUV on eastbound state Route 201 in West Valley City on Saturday afternoon.
Have You Seen This? Like a bull in a motorcycle shop

Have You Seen This? Like a bull in a motorcycle shop

Grant Olsen for KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 3:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Fortunately, the cow escaped unharmed and the motorcycles seem to have evaded any serious damage.
1 dead, 3 injured in West Jordan crash after vehicle flees during traffic stop

1 dead, 3 injured in West Jordan crash after vehicle flees during traffic stop

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Updated May 23 - 2:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

A person believed to be under 18 has died after a Toyota fled from a police officer during a traffic stop and later collided with an SUV early Saturday in West Jordan.
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