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2 killed in traffic accident near St. George

A motor home crashed into a condominium in St. George early Friday, killing two people. Read more »

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New ‘miracle’ drug keeps cystic fibrosis symptoms at bay

A new revolutionary treatment is changing the face of the devastating disease cystic fibrosis. A drug recently approved by the FDA called Kalydeco appears to be holding the disease at bay. Read more »

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Man charged with killing Ogden officer found dead in jail

Matthew David Stewart, the man charged in the shooting death of Ogden police officer Jared Francom, was found dead in his Weber County Jail cell Friday morning. Read more »

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Letters: Change candidate selection

Do we want the best lawyer or the best politician as the state's chief law enforcement officer? By appearances alone, Mark Shurtleff and John Swallow have become far too cozy with individuals under... Read more »

10 hours ago

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New 'miracle' drug keeps cystic fibrosis symptoms at bay

A new revolutionary treatment is changing the face of the devastating disease known as cystic fibrosis. Read more »

10 hours ago

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Idaho Power to cut emissions, still use coal

Idaho Power Co. will continue to rely on coal to meet the state's energy demands, company officials said. Read more »

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LDS official speaks at Boy Scouts of America breakfast meeting

Gary Stevenson, presiding bishop of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, addressed leaders of the Boy Scouts of America on the importance of preserving "Duty to God" as a key component of Scouting. Read more »

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Provo school administrator to work on suicide prevention full time

Dr. Greg Hudnall, associate superintendent of the Provo City School District, is stepping down next month so he can focus all of his attention on preventing teen suicide. Read more »

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Questions swirl around spending cuts to national parks, lax controls in travel spending

On the same day Democrats in the House Natural Resources Committee lamented spending cuts to national parks, an audit criticized the Interior Department for lax oversight and controls of travel expenses that amount to $250 million a... Read more »

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Kennecott lays off roughly 100 workers Thursday

Kennecott Utah Copper laid off an unspecified number of employees Thursday as a result of a massive landslide that crippled the mine last month. Read more »

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Man accused of shooting at Duchesne deputies competent for trial

A Duchesne County man accused of shooting at a man driving past his property, and later at sheriff's deputies, has been found competent to stand trial. Read more »

18 hours ago

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Deputy shot man twice but didn't call paramedics, lawsuit claims

The family of Troy Burkinshaw, who was shot and killed by a sheriff's deputy last year, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging he used unnecessary force in killing a man following a low-speed chase. Read more »

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BYU animation program earns star treatment from N.Y. Times

The New York Time Magazine delves deep into BYU’s animation program to find out why its graduates are so popular with recruiters from places like Pixar and DreamWorks. Read more »

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Report: Medicaid expansion will cost taxpayers

A long-awaited report highlighting the costs and benefits of Medicaid expansion in Utah was released by the state's health department Thursday. Read more »

20 hours ago

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West Jordan to offer glass recycling June 1

Beginning June 1, West Jordan residents will be able to drop off glass for recycling at one of two drop-off recycling bins. Read more »

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LIVE TODAY: Deseret News live streaming schedule for high school graduations

This year, the Deseret News will be live streaming Utah high school graduations, including several this weekend. Read more »

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Police sketch artists retires after more than 40 years of service

It takes someone with a lot talent to draw sketches good enough to be able to recognize someone who's wanted by law enforcement. After four decades of making sure every little precise detail is... Read more »

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Taylorsville Dayzz to be held June 27-29

The city will celebrate its 17th birthday with Taylorsville Dayzz June 27-29. Read more »

22 hours ago

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Utah Prairie Dog Day Art Contest announced

Bryce Canyon National Park is seeking local artists of all ages to submit original artwork or photographs for the fourth annual Utah Prairie Dog Day Poster Contest. Read more »

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One third of millenials regret going to college

One third of millennials regret going to college, according to a Wells Fargo study reported by Forbes. The graduates, ages 22 to 32, say that they would have been better off working than taking on... Read more »

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Timpanogos Cave open for tours Saturday

Timpanogos Cave National Monument will kick off its 90th summer season Memorial Day weekend, with the first cave tour of the year on Saturday, May 25. Read more »

22 hours ago

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Suicide becoming an epidemic in developed countries

America and other developed countries are facing a new epidemic: suicide. The Daily Beast reports the number of suicides in the United States has increased every year since 1999 and looks to... Read more »

23 hours ago

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6 arrested in live sex show at Syracuse movie theater

Six people were arrested after police say they discovered a cleaning crew allegedly using a movie theater after hours for prostitution and a live sex show. Read more »

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Duchesne County man charged in hatchet attack

A Duchesne County man walked into the Roosevelt Police Department over the weekend, told an officer he had attacked a drinking companion with a hatchet and said he needed to turn himself in. Read more »

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KUED review: 'Brigham Street' a glimpse of fabled history of state's most prestigious address

“Brigham Street: Salt Lake City’s Grand Boulevard” is a glimpse into the fabled history of what is now known as South Temple, the most prestigious address since the city was first... Read more »

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