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FDA nominee Overton says all vaccines safe as senators press on shots, abortion, vaping

Ahmed Aboulenein, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 12:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dr. Heidi Overton, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the embattled FDA, told senators on Thursday that all vaccines are safe and effective during a contentious confirmation hearing.

Venezuela's acting leader, at UN for first address, promises elections at the 'right moment'

Nayara Batschke, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 12:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez, in her first address to the United Nations General Assembly, promised elections, saying her people will determine the "right moment."

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White House reinstates access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico following judge's order

Susan Heavey and Helen Coster, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 12:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

The White House said on Thursday it has reinstated journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico after a federal judge deemed President Donald Trump's ban of the news outlets likely unconstitutional.

US and Iran discuss phased deal to reopen strait, end US blockade, sources say

Samia Nakhoul, Parisa Hafezi and John Irish, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 12:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

U.S. and Iranian negotiators in New York are exploring a phased path out of war that would involve Tehran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and Washington lifting its economic blockade of Iran.

Delta Center renovations near finish line as Utah Mammoth home debut nears

VideoDan Rascon, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 12:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

With just days until the Utah Mammoth hosts its first preseason game at the Delta Center, crews are working around the clock to complete the latest phase of the arena's transformation.

Netanyahu expected to berate New York's Mamdani in 'campaign speech' at UN

VideoAlexander Cornwell and Emily Rose, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 11:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to use his United Nations address on Thursday to berate New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for calling him a war criminal.

Couple accused of hitting children with tree branches and withholding food as 'discipline'

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 11:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Sanpete County couple is accused of withholding food and hitting their children with a tree branch as "punishment," according to police.

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Make your Zion experience more epic

Allison Bell for Desert Pearl Inn  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

After a few days of breathtaking views and scenery, you're going to need somewhere to catch your breath. If you're planning a trip to Zion anytime soon, here's why you'll want to book at this inn.

Lee again pushes voter ID on Senate floor, as California senator blocks it

Reagan Campbell, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 11:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Sen. Mike Lee and Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., took to the Senate floor on Wednesday to debate the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility, or SAVE, Act.

Neighborhood bombarded by roofing and repair companies after hail storm

Heather Peterson, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 10:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Davis County neighborhood that was pounded by hail Friday is now being pounded by roofing and repair companies that want to fix the damage.

Trump-Xi summit in Washington begins with great fanfare but low expectations

Trevor Hunnicutt and David Brunnstrom, Reuters  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 10:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the White House on Thursday for a lavish state summit expected to be heavy on symbolism but light on substance.

Powerful Hurricane Polo drenches Mexico's coast from offshore as Nolo nears Hawaii

Megan Janetsky and Gabriela Aoun, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 10:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

Powerful Hurricane Polo is sending bands of heavy rain across Mexico's Pacific coast as Tropical Storm Nolo approaches Hawaii with the potential for catastrophic flooding.

6-year-old girl dies in West Haven after vehicle collision

Payton Davis, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

A 6-year-old girl died on Thursday after being hit by a vehicle in West Haven on Wednesday.

Charges filed against alleged gunman who 'wasn't going to let that slide'

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 9:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man arrested for allegedly shooting at two strangers in Sandy, hitting one in the foot, now faces a half-dozen felony charges.

What Republicans want — and don't want — to see from Trump's meeting with Chinese president

Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 9:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in a three-day state visit this week, Xi's first since 2023. What do Republicans want to see out of the meeting?

Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 197,000, lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain rare

Paul Wiseman, Associated Press  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 9:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

Fewer people applied for unemployment benefits last week, as jobless claims remain at historically low levels and most Americans enjoy job security.

Habitual sex offender convicted in Festival of Trees incident faces new charges

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 9:10 a.m.  |  Save Story

A man convicted a decade ago of inappropriately touching a girl at the Festival of Trees is facing new charges of possessing child sex abuse material.

Professional football coming to Utah as UFL announces expansion

VideoDebbie Worthen, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 8:56 a.m.  |  Save Story

The United Football League announced Tuesday that Utah will join the league in 2028 as part of a four-market expansion that will grow the UFL to 10 teams.

Local teen inspired by childhood care hopes to use ASL to help deaf patients

VideoAnnette Campbell, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 8:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

As the world observes the International Day of Sign Languages, 19-year-old Phoenix Small is turning his own medical journey into a mission to help others.

Tiny worms may help doctors treat human brain disease

KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 8:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Scientists are studying a tiny worm for clues that may help treat brain diseases in humans one day.

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National Suicide Prevention Month highlights resources for Utah families and children

Intermountain Health  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 8:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

National Suicide Prevention Month is a time to raise awareness about mental health challenges and remind families that help is available before a crisis occurs.

Weather service confirms last week's storms produced a second Utah tornado

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 7:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

A severe thunderstorm system that produced a rare mountain tornado in Davis County last week also produced a small tornado near the Utah-Colorado border, federal meteorologists have confirmed.

IOC President Kirsty Coventry visits Utah kids as excitement builds for 2034 Winter Games

VideoAlex Cabrero, KSL  |  Updated Sept. 24 - 7:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

IOC President Kristy Coventry met with students at Washington Elementary School, where the state's preparations for the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Games are already reaching into classrooms.