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Colorado City family remembers dad who 'chose love' when others didn't always get to

Colorado City family remembers dad who 'chose love' when others didn't always get to

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 6:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Gregory Barlow, 52, died unexpectedly on March 29. His children reflect on their parents' love story that they say was "forbidden" due to their beliefs.
Fighting demons to conquer a monster: Utahn sets record in 300-mile race across Arizona desert

Fighting demons to conquer a monster: Utahn sets record in 300-mile race across Arizona desert

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 5:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah native Michael McKnight overcame mental and physical hurdles to break the record for the Arizona Monster 300, a 304-mile race through the Sonoran Desert.
Man arrested after police say he stripped naked in front of general conference crowd

Man arrested after police say he stripped naked in front of general conference crowd

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 4:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man was arrested at Temple Square in Salt Lake City Saturday after police say that he disrobed in front of "thousands" of people who had come for general conference.
Sunday afternoon session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference

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

KSL.com staff  |  Updated April 5 - 4:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Saturday morning session of the April 2026 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
General conference special: 'Perpetual education: 25 years of hope and opportunity'

General conference special: 'Perpetual education: 25 years of hope and opportunity'

Angie Denison, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 1:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

For 25 years, the Perpetual Education Fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has opened doors of opportunity around the world — empowering more than 135,000 individuals across 80+ countries.
Sunday morning session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference

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

KSL.com staff  |  Updated April 5 - 12:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Saturday morning session of the April 2026 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
General conference special: 'President Dallin H. Oaks: Defender of faith & freedom'

General conference special: 'President Dallin H. Oaks: Defender of faith & freedom'

Carole Mikita, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

In a time of transition and reflection, "President Dallin H. Oaks: Defender of faith & freedom" explores the life, legacy, and prophetic calling of President Dallin H. Oaks, the 18th president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Pilot flies airplanes without arms, speaks to others about what's possible

Pilot flies airplanes without arms, speaks to others about what's possible

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 11:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

A pilot who was once scared of flying is now inspiring future pilots. Jessica Cox, born without arms, was one of them and can almost laugh about it now.
18-inch hot dog? Pretzel bat? Inside Salt Lake Bees' wild new food items

18-inch hot dog? Pretzel bat? Inside Salt Lake Bees' wild new food items

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 9:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Salt Lake Bees entered the ballpark foodie wars this season with what might be the biggest hot dog on the minor league market, and other unique items.
International group critiques Utah transgender review cited by congressional Democrats

International group critiques Utah transgender review cited by congressional Democrats

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted April 5 - 9:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

An international group released a report on Thursday critiquing a Utah review of youth transgender treatments, though the review has largely been ignored by state lawmakers.
Celebrate Easter weekend with these worship songs

Celebrate Easter weekend with these worship songs

Emma Neff, Deseret News  |  Posted April 5 - 7:38 a.m.  |  Save Story

As Christians worldwide commemorate the Resurrection, many are looking for ways to quiet the noise of the world and focus on the Savior. Here are some musical suggestions for you.
Colleges and universities remain Utah's portal to higher wages, better health and 'social capital'

Colleges and universities remain Utah's portal to higher wages, better health and 'social capital'

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 5 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Almost two-thirds of registered American voters believe a bachelor's degree isn't worth the cost, according to an NBC News poll released late in 2025.
Farmington parents seek increased transparency after teacher allegedly consumed alcohol in class

Farmington parents seek increased transparency after teacher allegedly consumed alcohol in class

Erin Cox, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Davis County family is seeking increased transparency after they learned their daughter's special education teacher was allegedly drinking in class.
'Simplicity is OK:' What Italy's Olympics taught organizers of Utah's 2034 Winter Games

'Simplicity is OK:' What Italy's Olympics taught organizers of Utah's 2034 Winter Games

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted April 4 - 9:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

One of the most lasting lessons organizers of Utah's 2034 Winter Games learned during Italy's Olympics may have come from seeing some paper plates proudly displayed on a wall in a Milan classroom.
Skiers sue 2 major resort owners over lift ticket prices

Skiers sue 2 major resort owners over lift ticket prices

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted April 4 - 9:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The two largest ski resort owners in North America face a class-action lawsuit alleging the companies artificially inflated daily lift prices to force riders to buy expensive season passes.
How Burgess Owens is seeking to better 'MATCH' job seekers with employers

How Burgess Owens is seeking to better 'MATCH' job seekers with employers

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted April 4 - 7:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Rep. Burgess Owens unveiled the MATCH Act in Congress on Thursday to help better match students with job opportunities, calling the current resume system "outdated."
Manuel's El Burrito in Clearfield marks 50 years in business; operators hope for 50 more

Manuel's El Burrito in Clearfield marks 50 years in business; operators hope for 50 more

Tim Vandenack, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 7:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Manuel's El Burrito in Clearfield held a small celebration on Tuesday to mark 50 years in business, making it among Utah's longest-lasting Mexican restaurants.
Are mortgage rates still going up in the US?

Are mortgage rates still going up in the US?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted April 4 - 6:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mortgage rates were up again for the fifth straight week. Will the trend continue?
Civilian group 'Predator Poachers' confronts repeat sex offender at Utah halfway house

Civilian group 'Predator Poachers' confronts repeat sex offender at Utah halfway house

Daniella Rivera, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 5:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

A repeat sex offender who was getting another chance at freedom is back behind bars after a civilian predator hunter group confronted him inside a halfway house in Salt Lake City.