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Congress rejects Trump's $1B cut to National Park Service in latest spending bill
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 6 - 8:05 a.m. | Save Story
The National Park Service will maintain its current budget after congressional appropriators rejected a request from President Donald Trump to slash the agency's budget by $1 billion for the 2026 fiscal year.
Photo gallery: Christmas bird count in Utah fosters community engagement
Tess Crowley, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 6 - 6:51 a.m. | Save Story
When the group of bird counters gathered Sunday morning for the state's annual Christmas Bird Count wrap-up, the sounds of children's voices added to the excitement.
Search ends for mountain lions after solo hiker fatally attacked on Colorado trail
Matthew Brown, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 5 - 7:38 p.m. | Save Story
The search for mountain lions along a remote trail in Colorado where a solo hiker was fatally attacked ended Monday after authorities killed two of the predators — including one with human DNA on its paws — but could not find a third.
Have You Seen This? Ice skater becomes an icebreaker
Grant Olsen for KSL | Posted Jan. 5 - 3:41 p.m. | Save Story
As a rule of thumb, never ice skate on ice that cracks with your every move. It's simply not a good idea.
Zion to enforce new Zion–Mt. Carmel Highway large vehicle restrictions in 2026
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Jan. 5 - 1:34 p.m. | Save Story
Zion National Park remains about as busy as ever, but park officials are reminding visitors in advance of a big change coming to one of its iconic routes that will be implemented this summer.
'Avatar: Fire and Ash' reaches $1 billion in global ticket sales
Dawn Chmielewski, Reuters | Updated Jan. 4 - 6:30 p.m. | Save Story
James Cameron's science-fiction fantasy "Avatar: Fire and Ash" has surpassed $1 billion in global box office proceeds, the director's fourth film to cross that threshold.
Have You Seen This? Youngster takes his 'smash cake' to the next level
Grant Olsen for KSL | Posted Jan. 4 - 3:35 p.m. | Save Story
This kid wins top prize for commitment to the craft. His smash was one of the best I've ever seen.
Harmons grocery stores remain committed to local artists
Arianne Brown for KSL | Posted Jan. 4 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
In a world where many businesses are moving toward AI-created art, Harmons grocery stores have remained committed to showcasing local artists.
2025: Ordinary Utahns doing extraordinary things in their sports
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 4 - 12:04 p.m. | Save Story
During the past year, ordinary Utahns did extraordinary things in various sports. Each is inspiring in his or her own way. They epitomize determination and perseverance.
Why national travel writers are telling people to come to Utah in 2026
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 4 - 10:04 a.m. | Save Story
As 2026 kicks off, people all around the world are starting to plan their travel for the year, and a number of travel publications are suggesting a trip to Utah.
10 years after end of '1-child' policy, China's push for more babies isn't winning its citizens over
Simone McCarthy, Rosa de Acosta and Joyce Jiang, CNN | Posted Jan. 4 - 8:35 a.m. | Save Story
Jan. 1 marks 10 years since China scrapped its notorious "one-child" policy, but the landmark change — and a raft of other measures to encourage couples to have more kids — have failed to boost the population.
Demolition of historic Idaho Falls water tower to begin Monday
Daniel V. Ramirez, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 3 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
Built in 1937, Idaho Falls's old water tower is scheduled to begin its demolition on Jan. 5, marking the end of almost 90 years of service.
'More than a race': Women's Epic Race empowers women to climb mountains
Emma Neff, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 3 - 7:03 p.m. | Save Story
The Women's Epic Race is a mountain-based endurance series built around community, empowerment and experience.
New year, smarter home: 7 AI-powered Kickstarter projects that actually solve problems
Brooke Nally for KSL | Posted Jan. 3 - 3:37 p.m. | Save Story
The phrase "AI" is everywhere these days, but for most of us in Utah, the real value of tech isn't in a chatbot — it's in tools that help us manage a busy household, stay safe on the trails, or finally organize the garage.
'Top Gun: Maverick' copyright claim rejected by appeals court
Jonathan Stempel, Reuters | Updated Jan. 3 - 3:03 p.m. | Save Story
A federal appeals court ruled on Friday that the 2022 Tom Cruise blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick" did not infringe a magazine article that inspired the original 1986 "Top Gun" film.
Advisories issued as atmospheric river to keep pushing rain, snow into Utah
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated Jan. 3 - 12:59 p.m. | Save Story
Another 2 feet of snow is possible in parts of Utah's mountains over the next few days, as an atmospheric river moves through the West.
Violinist sues Will Smith, management company; claims wrongful termination, sexual harassment
Karina Tsui, Sandra Gonzalez, CNN | Updated Jan. 3 - 9:58 a.m. | Save Story
A violinist who performed on tour with Will Smith has filed a lawsuit against the actor-musician and a management company, accusing them of retaliation, sexual harassment and wrongful termination.
5 of the most significant public lands stories of the year
Kevin Lind, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 2 - 9:09 p.m. | Save Story
Some stories in 2025 managed to break through a blind spot and enter the national conversation on public lands. Well, not all, but it was still a year of consequential changes.
How a rare genetic disease changed all her plans
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 2 - 10:01 a.m. | Save Story
Tiffany Fransen shares what life is like with Friedreich's ataxia, a rare genetic disease.
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10 years after end of '1-child' policy, China's push for more babies isn't winning its citizens over
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Weekend snowstorm brings long-awaited boost to Utah winter businesses
- Congress rejects Trump's $1B cut to National Park Service in latest spending bill
- Photo gallery: Christmas bird count in Utah fosters community engagement
- Search ends for mountain lions after solo hiker fatally attacked on Colorado trail
- Zion to enforce new Zion–Mt. Carmel Highway large vehicle restrictions in 2026
