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Gov. Spencer Cox makes first donation of the Feed Utah food drive

Gov. Spencer Cox makes first donation of the Feed Utah food drive

Caitlin Keith, Deseret News  |  Posted March 12 - 6:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

On Saturday, March 15, Utah residents around the state are encouraged to fill a bag of food and set it on their porch for the fourth annual Feed Utah food drive.
Rescuers offer safety reminders as hikers turn adventurous in warmer weather

Rescuers offer safety reminders as hikers turn adventurous in warmer weather

Andrew Adams, KSL-TV  |  Posted March 12 - 9:19 a.m.  |  Save Story

On a warm spring day when temperatures rose to the low 60s, rescuers offered safety reminders Tuesday as hikers returned to some of their favorite outdoor destinations.
Do you remember what you Googled after the pandemic hit?

Do you remember what you Googled after the pandemic hit?

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted March 11 - 8:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tuesday marked five years since the COVID-19 pandemic began, and with it, a lifestyle change that rippled across the globe.
At annual gala, Polynesian leaders light the way for youth

At annual gala, Polynesian leaders light the way for youth

Lee Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted March 10 - 8:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

High-achieving people of Polynesian descent will be front and center Thursday and Friday, March 13-14, at the University of Utah's Rice-Eccles Stadium for the Utah-based PolyStrong Leadership Foundation's annual summit and gala.
What Utah's billboards tell us about our culture

What Utah's billboards tell us about our culture

Meg Walter, Deseret News  |  Posted March 10 - 8:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Our billboards in Utah indicate we are a tech-forward, blanket-loving people getting questionable plastic surgery who still have no idea what Shen Yun is.
Getting more of some vitamins during pregnancy may lower future risk of high blood pressure

Getting more of some vitamins during pregnancy may lower future risk of high blood pressure

American Heart Association News, Associated Press  |  Posted March 9 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Pregnant women whose blood contains higher levels of essential vitamins and minerals – such as B12, copper and manganese – may face a lower risk for high blood pressure two decades later, new research suggests.
Native American hoop dancer from Utah shares important message

Native American hoop dancer from Utah shares important message

Arianne Brown for KSL.com  |  Posted March 3 - 8:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Terry Goedel grew up moving around the country as the son of a Navy man, never knowing about his Native American heritage. It wasn't until the age of 14 when he learned of his native roots.
Warmer weather has many Utahns ready for gardening

Warmer weather has many Utahns ready for gardening

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted March 1 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

As warmer weather hits Utah, people are already getting a head start on gardening.
Spice Kitchen Incubator helps launch woman-owned Dominican restaurant

Spice Kitchen Incubator helps launch woman-owned Dominican restaurant

Gabriela Fletcher, KSL.com  |  Posted March 1 - 12:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Spice Kitchen Incubator helped launch Hispaniola Bistro, a woman-owned Dominican eatery business, on Thursday.
Medicare spending on diabetes drugs surged over 5 years, US report shows

Medicare spending on diabetes drugs surged over 5 years, US report shows

Reuters  |  Posted Feb. 26 - 9:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Medicare spending on some diabetes drugs, including popular treatments such as Ozempic, surged nearly fivefold to $35.8 billion between 2019 and 2023, a U.S. government watchdog's report showed this week.
Adults may want to consider revisiting their childhood hobbies, a study finds

Adults may want to consider revisiting their childhood hobbies, a study finds

Julianna Bragg, CNN  |  Posted Feb. 23 - 3:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

For many, returning to a childhood hobby is more than a new form of entertainment but rather an escape from daily stressors.
It is now easier for Utahns to recoup costs of backyard chickens

It is now easier for Utahns to recoup costs of backyard chickens

Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL-TV  |  Posted Feb. 23 - 9:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

The crazy-high cost of eggs has many Utahns looking to invest in egg-laying chickens. And luckily, it's become easier to raise them.
How Utah's Hogle Zoo transported a sea lion to a human hospital for a CT scan

How Utah's Hogle Zoo transported a sea lion to a human hospital for a CT scan

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 22 - 12:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

Diego the California sea lion had a unique adventure in October when he became the biggest animal transported to the University of Utah Hospital for a CT scan.
 What every backyard chicken owner needs to know about bird flu

What every backyard chicken owner needs to know about bird flu

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb. 22 - 7:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

As the popularity of keeping backyard and urban chicken flocks grows, experts warn that bird flu can pose a risk to your feathered friends — and by extension, a small risk to you.
New York Yankees drops ban on beards after 49 years

New York Yankees drops ban on beards after 49 years

Associated Press  |  Posted Feb. 21 - 10:49 a.m.  |  Save Story

The New York Yankees have dropped their ban on beards, 49 years after it was imposed by owner George Steinbrenner. Current owner Hal Steinbrenner, son of The Boss, announced the change Friday before the team's spring training opener.
Utahns are feeling better about the economy than the average American

Utahns are feeling better about the economy than the average American

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 19 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Even as inflation swells and consumers feel the spike of goods increasing, Utahns generally feel better about their finances and the economy than people in other states.
Will homemade laundry soap save you money? We put our own DIY soap to the test

Will homemade laundry soap save you money? We put our own DIY soap to the test

Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL-TV  |  Posted Feb. 16 - 8:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

Store-bought detergents get pricey. So, the KSL Investigators mixed up their own laundry soap to see if it can save you money and clean your clothes.
A 2nd first kiss. A Valentine's Day story

A 2nd first kiss. A Valentine's Day story

Peter Rosen, KSL-TV  |  Posted Feb. 14 - 10:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

You never forget your first kiss. Jim Brewster, 89, and LaNae Brewster, 87, didn't — not even after 75 years apart.
Many Americans think Valentine's Day is romantic and fun, not outdated or stressful, poll says

Many Americans think Valentine's Day is romantic and fun, not outdated or stressful, poll says

Leanne Italie and Linley Sanders, Associated Press  |  Posted Feb. 14 - 7:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

While some U.S. adults consider Cupid's holiday outdated, more say they love the romance and fun of Valentine's Day, and many expect to spend quality time with partners, friends and family.