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'He would do anything': Community praises character of principal who stopped gunman
Chantelle Navarro, CNN | Updated April 9 - 1:20 p.m. | Save Story
Parents in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, are breathing a sigh of relief thanks to a high school principal who they are calling a hero.
Bear River girls lacrosse continues winning streak, achieves 101st program win
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted April 8 - 10:27 p.m. | Save Story
The Bear River High School girls' lacrosse team achieved their 101st program win on Wednesday over Green Canyon, but players said their coaches helped them get here.
UVU calls Sharon McMahon a force for good. Critics call the choice 'tone deaf'
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted April 8 - 5:34 p.m. | Save Story
Mixed reactions followed Utah Valley University's announcement last month that "America's Government Teacher," Sharon McMahon, would be the 2026 commencement speaker.
What will be found in BYU's new time capsule?
Hayden Madson, Deseret News | Posted April 7 - 10:01 p.m. | Save Story
BYU President Shane Reese and Vice President Keith Vorkink packed a time capsule on Tuesday that will remain unopened for 50 years, until the university's bicentennial year in 2075.
Weber State launches effort at model home to promote use of energy-efficient technology
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted April 7 - 9:06 p.m. | Save Story
Weber State officials launched a new initiative at the university's Sustainability Home to promote use among homeowners of energy-efficient technology.
From the ashes of Herculaneum to Utah: Ancient scrolls make rare US appearance at UVU
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted April 7 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Four original carbonized papyri buried after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius were on display at Utah Valley University for the Herculaneum Papyri and AI Conference.
Trump administration terminates agreements to protect transgender students in several schools
Annie Ma, Associated Press | Updated April 7 - 6:51 a.m. | Save Story
The Education Department said Monday it has terminated agreements with five school districts and a college aimed at upholding protections for transgender students.
College students will soon be paying a bit more at Utah's public higher education institutions
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Updated April 6 - 8:14 a.m. | Save Story
Utah college students are feeling inflation's pinch whenever they go to the movies, pick up lunch, buy sneakers, pay for car insurance — and enroll in class. And it's getting tighter.
Rep. Kennedy challenges 'failing' assumption that higher education is built around 4-year degrees
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted April 6 - 7:30 a.m. | Save Story
Rep. Mike Kennedy can't be accused of being an opponent of degree-granting higher education institutions. But he also knows it isn't the only outlet to gain an education.
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
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.
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."
University of Utah president responds to Trump's executive order 'to save college sports'
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted April 4 - 8:18 a.m. | Save Story
University of Utah President Taylor Randall responded to Friday's Trump administration-issued executive order "to save college sports" — calling it a "meaningful step" toward stability at a historic moment of staggering disruption.
10-year-old Springville girl starts petition to save her elementary school
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted April 3 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
After Nebo School District announced last month that it was looking into shutting down a Springville elementary school, one young girl decided it wouldn't happen without a fight.
'America's government teacher' Sharon McMahon to speak at UVU commencement
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted April 2 - 8:04 p.m. | Save Story
An educator and author hailed as "America's government teacher" will be the commencement speaker at this year's Utah Valley University graduation ceremony.
Salt Lake City School District to end Community Education Program after 54 years
Brenna Donnelly, KSL | Posted April 2 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
All community education classes offered through the Salt Lake City School District Community Education Program will be canceled starting in July.
Utahns celebrate their contribution to the Artemis II mission
Sarah Martin, KSL | Posted April 2 - 7:43 a.m. | Save Story
The Artemis II launch wouldn't have been possible without the fuel boosters made in a facility in northern Utah. And on Wednesday, those workers all watched their handiwork come to life.
Some parents at Maple Grove Middle School raise concerns about anti-bullying assembly
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted April 1 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
Some parents of students at Maple Grove Middle School are voicing concerns over an assembly that took place last week based on personal social media posts.
