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Russia launches war's largest drone attack ahead of Putin-Trump call

Pavel Polityuk and Olena Harmash, Reuters  |  Updated May 18 - 8:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Russia launched its largest drone attack Sunday on Ukraine since the start of the war, destroying homes and killing at least one woman a day before President Trump is due to discuss a proposed ceasefire with Russia's Vladimir Putin.

Cash Drop Utah engages community with daily treasure hunts

Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com  |  Posted May 18 - 7:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Taylor and Bailey Carlson have dropped thousands of dollars all across Utah. Now, they are gearing up to do another drop in St. George.

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New free guide to filing for Social Security benefits now available

B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions and Advisors  |  Posted May 18 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

New free guide for Utah residents could help you decide the best time to file for Social Security benefits.

Tesla driver killed in 3-vehicle collision in Carbon County

Matt Brooks, KSL.com  |  Posted May 18 - 6:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

One person is dead in a collision that involved three vehicles on U.S. 6 in Carbon County on Sunday, according to the Utah Department of Public Safety.

Former President Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer

Nandita Bose, Reuters  |  Updated May 18 - 6:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer that has metastasized to the bone, his office said Sunday.

Utah Sens. Mike Lee and John Curtis respond to US credit rating downgrade

Suzanne Bates, Deseret News  |  Posted May 18 - 5:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Credit rating firm Moody's downgraded the rating on U.S. sovereign credit Friday, citing concern over growth in the nation's debt over the past decade and the nation's high interest payments.

How the Velvet-Wood mine in Utah may help fighter jets

Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News  |  Posted May 18 - 5:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Department of Interior is hoping to turn an old mine in a remote area in San Juan County into a new mine that will aid in building fighter jets.

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As we say hello to Sidecar Doughnuts, we must say a regretful goodbye to bucketed spaghetti

Meg Walter, Deseret News  |  Posted May 18 - 3:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

By The Bucket was probably always too funny to be true.

Have You Seen This? Student captures video of Midwest tornado from school bus

Chloe Rosen, Frankie McLister  |  Posted May 18 - 3:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Several social media videos are making the rounds showing kids on a Wisconsin school bus during Thursday's severe weather.

Ogden eyes major change to Wall Avenue by Union Station to bolster downtown activity

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted May 18 - 3:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ogden leaders are mulling major changes to Wall Avenue by Union Station, focus of its own upgrade plans, as part of efforts to bolster downtown activity.

17-year-old shot, killed at Kearns High in robbery gone bad

Brian West, KSL.com  |  Posted May 18 - 1:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 17-year-old boy was shot and killed early Sunday in the parking lot of Kearns High School in what police say was a robbery gone bad.

'Keep them clear': Cedar City bans parking vehicles for sale on public roads

Alysha Lundgren, St. George News  |  Posted May 18 - 1:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cedar City Council approved a new ordinance prohibiting people from parking their vehicles on public streets if their primary purpose is selling.

How to protect yourself from cougars in Utah this summer (we're not talking about you, Cosmo)

Eva Terry, Deseret News  |  Posted May 18 - 12:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

The state's Division of Wildlife Resources shares some suggestions on how to stay safe outside this summer, especially from confrontations with cougars.

Residents dig out from tornado damage after storms kill 27 in Kentucky, Missouri and Virginia

Dylan Lovan, Associated Press  |  Posted May 18 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Residents in Kentucky and Missouri sifted through damage in tornado-stricken neighborhoods and cleared debris Sunday after severe storms swept through parts of the Midwest and South and killed more than two dozen people.

Man held Millcreek family hostage for months, claiming 'cartel' wanted to kill them, police say

Ashley Imlay, KSL.com  |  Posted May 18 - 10:38 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man was arrested Saturday after police say he held his girlfriend's family hostage in their Millcreek home for six months after convincing them a cartel wanted to kill them.

Utah woman provides hope for inmates on journey of prison advocacy

Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com  |  Posted May 18 - 10:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

Paige Norton has been helping to reform Utah's justice system since 2019, providing hope for inmates and protecting what she believes are the wrongfully incarcerated.

Florida man charged with sexually exploiting Utah teen

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted May 18 - 9:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Florida man is facing criminal charges in Utah accusing him engaging in sexually explicit conversations with a 15-year-old Utah girl.

Israel declares start of Gaza ground operations; no progress seen in talks

Nidal al-Mughrabi and May Angel, Reuters  |  Updated May 18 - 8:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Israeli military said on Sunday it had begun "extensive ground operations" in northern and southern Gaza, stepping up a new campaign in the enclave where Palestinian health authorities said Israeli strikes killed at least 130 people overnight.

16-year-old Smithfield boy recovering after suffering major stroke

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 18 - 8:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

A 16-year-old Cache County boy is now facing a long recovery after suffering a major stroke.

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Eat more, stress less and drop pounds with this body hack!

Health Utah  |  Posted May 18 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

A little-known enzyme called AMPK could be the body's "metabolic master switch." One study showed that by boosting AMPK, you can burn fat, boost energy, and lose weight — without starving yourself.

British climber makes 19th ascent of Everest, most by a non-Sherpa

Gopal Sharma, Reuters  |  Posted May 18 - 7:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

A British climber beat his own record on Sunday for the most climbs of Mount Everest by a non-Sherpa, making his 19th ascent of the world's highest mountain, a hiking official said.

'Cruisin' With the Cougs' sails into BYU history

Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com  |  Posted May 18 - 7:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Nearly 3,000 Cougar fans jumped aboard the maiden voyage to celebrate BYU at sea.

RSL losses, questions piling up after 1-0 Rocky Mountain Cup result in Colorado

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted May 17 - 11:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Real Salt Lake already has more losses in 2025 than it had in all of 2024, and there are still 20 games remaining.