The country’s national debt just broke the $40T mark. Here’s what it means
U.S. gross national debt officially surpassed the $40 trillion mark on Tuesday, according to a Treasury Department…
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Here’s what we know about Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to the U.K.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will return to Britain this fall, six years after their unprecedented departure from…
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A vaccine for melanoma recurrence? Merck, Moderna say trial promising
Merck and Moderna announced a phase 3 trial using an mRNA-based experimental vaccine delayed recurrence of melanoma in…
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Keba Keita will enter transfer portal, could return to BYU
Keba Keita is going back to school. The former BYU and Utah center intends to enter the transfer portal, according to a…
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Perspective: Detroit schools are paying kids for showing up. Iowa took another approach
The week before the first day of school in Detroit, Mayor Mary Sheffield penned an op-ed for the Detroit Free Press,…
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Opinion: I almost protested a Latter-day Saint Temple. Then I entered one
On Nov. 19, 2016, less than 24 hours before the dedication of the Hartford Connecticut Temple, I stood outside that…
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‘Super El Niño’ on the way. Vail Resorts announces opening dates in the West
As we endure the extended “dog days of summer” — typically July 3 to Aug. 11 — amid another hot spell, one ski resort…
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President Chibota speaks to missionaries of 4 sources of power
PROVO, Utah — Even though their missions may be hard, that is not a bad thing; because something powerful is happening,…
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Democratic socialists notch surprising win in Florida primaries. Here are the top 5 takeaways
As polls closed in Florida on Tuesday night and results were tallied, there were a number of surprises in store. But…
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Sen. Curtis talks public transit expansion ahead of temple open house and Olympics
As Utah prepares to host millions of visitors for the Salt Lake Temple open house and the 2034 Winter Olympics, its…
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Stuart Adams threatens legal action over alleged defamation
Utah Senate President Stuart Adams has sent three cease-and-desist letters, obtained by the Deseret News, to four…
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Queen Camilla says it was ‘difficult’ keeping King Charles’ cancer diagnosis private
Queen Camilla offered a rare reflection on King Charles III’s cancer, candidly discussing the emotional impact his…
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Opinion: Is a dramatic change in politics imminent?
A recent poll by The Wall Street Journal revealed several alarming statistics: 51% of Americans are dissatisfied with…
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AP preseason poll: BYU has been the most underranked team in last 12 years
BYU opens the season at No. 14 in the Associated Press poll , the first time since 2022 that the Cougars have made an…
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‘A steady force for good’: Longtime Utah advocate, educator Debra Daniels dies at 70
Longtime Utah women's rights and social justice advocate Debra "Deb" Daniels died last week at the age of 70, the…
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Democrat ahead of Republican incumbent in Alaska Senate primary
Former Rep. Mary Peltola was ahead of the Republican incumbent in Alaska’s Senate primary on Tuesday. She was just…
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Trump’s endorsement record takes a hit as primaries near an end
President Donald Trump’s beloved endorsement record has taken a hit during the 2026 midterm primary cycle, with 10…
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Utah Mammoth — and every other team — to get new jerseys in 2026
The NHL’s worst-kept secret is official: Every team is getting a new alternate jersey in 2026-27. They’re calling it…
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Salt Lake County residents will vote whether to approve $128M recreation bond this fall
Salt Lake County voters will decide this November whether to approve a $128 million bond to fund several new recreation…
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Winner emerges in 9-candidate Wyoming House race
Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray beat out eight other candidates in a crowded GOP primary for the state’s lone…
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What BYU coordinators had to say about Saturday’s scrimmage
After Saturday’s 102-play scrimmage, BYU football coach Kalani Sitake gave a “slight edge” to the offense when he was…
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You can now order a custom Utah Mammoth license plate
Utahns can now showcase their hockey fandom on the road with newly released first-ever Utah Mammoth license plates. In…
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New UHSAA executive director Ryan Bishop shares his ideas, vision regarding future of the organization
A couple of days before Rob Cuff made his retirement announcement official with the UHSAA board of trustees last…
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Exclusive: Utah finds a new economic and ecological partner in Argentina
Utah has a new friend in South America, and the relationship could bring the state significant economic opportunity and…
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Opinion: A free people should not live under constant surveillance
The Constitution begins with three simple words: “We the People.” It then declares one of the central purposes of our…
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Does BYU have enough to unseat Texas Tech as Big 12 champions? Why this national expert says yes
Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire understood the odds of defending the Red Raiders’ Big 12 championship when he stepped to…
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Former BYU point guard Dallin Hall is back in the transfer portal
A familiar face for BYU fans is unexpectedly back on the transfer market. Former Cougars point guard Dallin Hall has…
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South Ogden leaders envision bustling new city center in 61-acre expanse
South Ogden leaders envision a bustling new city center within a 61-acre expanse along Washington Boulevard in a plan…
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Dugway Fire sparks near mouth of Weber Canyon
The Dugway Fire sparked Wednesday morning near the mouth of Weber Canyon and has spread to about 15 to 20 acres. Utah…
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Top 20 performances from Week 1 in Utah high school football
Each week, the Deseret News collects high school football stats from around the state, with approximately 85% of the…
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Deseret News archives: U.S. pilot Gary Powers sentenced to 10 years in Russian prison
Editor’s note: This story was originally published on Aug. 19, 2024. A look back at local, national and world events…
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Disney’s sequel factory just got busier
Disney will continue diving with both feet into its hit-or-miss sequel strategy. After a limp box office performance…
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2026 Parry’s Power Guide: Predicting Week 2 of the high school football season
Thursday’s games Favored Team Rating Diff. Rating Underdog Edward’s Edge ALTA 100.6 8.9 91.7 Bingham Alta MORGAN 88.0…
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High school girls volleyball: Strong start pushes Corner Canyon past Orem in 4 sets
Corner Canyon made it a point to come out on the front foot against Orem and they never looked back, defeating the…
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How will Sitake and Scalley handle pressure-packed seasons that await?
There’s one big question as BYU and Utah get set to begin the 2026 college football season: Can they possibly top the…
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Who decides what children learn? Parents should, report says
A doctor recommends a child receive a medical treatment that parents fear will be harmful or that counters their faith.…
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