President Nelson announces 200th temple of his presidency, including one in Spanish Fork

What you should do if you find a baby bird on the sidewalk

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted April 6 - 7:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

If you're taking a walk and come across a young bird on the sidewalk near a tree, you probably should resist the urge to take it home, but that doesn't mean you should always do nothing.

How can Utah effectively use opioid settlement funds to combat addiction?

Emma Pitts, Deseret News  |  Posted April 6 - 7:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Legislature and a task force continue to decide how to spend opioid settlement money. The state of Utah has received $81 million so far, and $14.5 million has been spent.

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Key emerging trends in kitchen countertop design for 2025

Bedrock Quartz  |  Posted April 6 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

From eye-catching visual elements to innovative features, the countertops of tomorrow are all about making bold statements and seamlessly blending technology into everyday life.

Former BYU athletic director receives kidney donation from his son

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Updated April 6 - 6:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Val and Brandon Hale share a love of sports — golf in particular — but now, they have an even more unique bond.

Driver killed in wrong-way crash on I-15

Matt Brooks, KSL.com  |  Updated April 6 - 6:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

A fatal crash on northbound Interstate 15 in Salt Lake City on Sunday temporarily led to the road's closure.

Judge foils FDA plan to regulate lab-developed tests

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted April 6 - 6:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

A U.S. district judge foiled the Food and Drug Administration's plan put forth under the Biden administration to regulate lab-developed tests like medical devices.

What is astrotourism? Discover Utah's stellar destinations

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted April 6 - 5:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox declared April "Dark Sky Month," touting the tourism benefits stargazing brings to the state and its Western neighbors.

More than 50 countries have contacted White House to start trade talks, Trump adviser says

Douglas Gillison and Ted Hesson, Reuters  |  Updated April 6 - 4:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

More than 50 countries have reached out to the White House to begin trade talks, a top economic adviser to President Donald Trump said on Sunday.

General conference special: 'A Spiritual Tapestry: Latter-day Saints in Peru'

Dan Rascon, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 6 - 4:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nearly 70 years after the first official branch was organized in Peru, the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square brings its music to this South American country.

Sunday afternoon session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference

KSL.com Staff  |  Updated April 6 - 3:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Sunday afternoon session of the April 2025 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Have You Seen This? A garage door fit for James Bond

Grant Olsen for KSL.com  |  Posted April 6 - 3:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

It would definitely be cool to look like a secret agent every time you exit your building.

2nd child dies from measles-related causes in West Texas, where cases are nearing 500

Devi Shastri, Associated Press  |  Updated April 6 - 2:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

A second school-aged child in West Texas has died from a measles-related illness.

General conference special: 'A Brighter Future: Relief for women and children'

Garna Mejia, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 6 - 1:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Through compelling stories and impactful visuals, "A Brighter Future" will show how the Relief Society organization is leading the Church of Jesus Christ's global initiative for women and children.

How Utah land and watershed project gives a helping hand to nature

Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News  |  Posted April 6 - 12:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mule Deer Foundation, Sportsmen for Fish and Wildlife, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and other sportsmen's groups pledged a record $6.6 million to help restore Utah landscapes and troubled watershed areas across Utah.

Sunday morning session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference

KSL.com Staff  |  Updated April 6 - 12:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Sunday morning session of the April 2025 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

General conference special: 'Breaking Barriers: Seeking help for mental health'

Angie Denison, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 6 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

In a world where faith and mental health often intersect, "Breaking Barriers: Seeking help for mental health" aims to shatter the stigma surrounding accessing resources for your mental health.

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How did Trump determine his tariff figures?

Kevin Lind, Deseret News  |  Posted April 6 - 11:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

To analysts, the tariffs that Trump said other countries charged seemed off or abnormally high. They soon figured out why.

'I believe you': Utah initiative launches public campaign to support sexual violence victims

Gabriela Fletcher, KSL.com  |  Posted April 6 - 11:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Bolder Move Forward is launching a statewide initiative to Start by Believing victims of sexual and gender based violence to help survivors feel supported as they seek justice and heal from abuse.

Man shot, killed by police after stabbing officer in Springville

Ashley Imlay, KSL.com  |  Posted April 6 - 10:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

Police officers shot and killed a man in Springville on Saturday night after they say he stabbed an officer during a domestic call.

Was pro volleyball a success in LOVB Salt Lake's 15-match inaugural regular season?

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted April 6 - 10:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake trailed 12-8 in the final set before ending on a 6-1 run to clinch the No. 4 seed in next week's LOVB Finals in Louisville, Kentucky in front of a sold-out crowd at Bruin Arena.

What ever happened to the American dream?

Art Raymond, Deseret News  |  Posted April 6 - 9:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Harvard economist says children today are facing 50/50 odds to surpass their parents on the income metric.

Herriman one of several areas to get new Utah Transit Authority bus route

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 6 - 8:38 a.m.  |  Save Story

Herriman is getting a new bus route. It will help the growing city's population get to TRAX stations in South Jordan and Draper and FrontRunner in Draper with various stops along the way.

Pope Francis makes surprise first appearance at Vatican after hospital stay

Joshua McElwee, Reuters  |  Posted April 6 - 8:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Pope Francis made his first public appearance since being discharged from hospital two weeks ago after treatment for double pneumonia, entering St. Peter's Square at the Vatican in a wheelchair on Sunday.