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Utah awaits $2.4B rail expansion decision, but it’s not the only transit opportunity
Transit officials are optimistic that 15-minute commuter rail between Ogden and Provo could be available as early as 2030, but that depends on a federal grant it applied for.
Trump signs deal with Iran — but Republicans still have questions
The Trump administration is expected to brief Congress “very soon,” but some Republicans have already criticized what they know so far about the initial framework.
Brandon Sanderson’s fan convention is leaving Utah — at least temporarily
Dragonsteel Nexus, which brings thousands of fans to Salt Lake City each year, will have a new home until at least 2030
Supreme Court rules marijuana users can own guns
The justices likened marijuana usage to alcohol at the time of the nation’s founding, siding with Texas man
Trump endorses all 3 Republican incumbents in Utah’s primary elections
The president sent out a blast of endorsements in Utah’s upcoming primary elections, favoring Republican incumbents currently serving in the House.
Deseret News archives: Sally Ride became first U.S. woman to travel to space
Today in history: NASA astronaut was on 2 Challenger missions, then advocated for youngsters to expand their horizons. This date in history.
7 things we learn about JD Vance in the vice president’s new memoir about faith
JD Vance found fame with his first memoir, "Hillbilly Elegy." His second one, "Communion," is about his journey from atheism to religious faith.
Utah DNR rejects recommendation to ban cougar trapping on public lands
Why does Utah allow year-round cougar hunting? Why did state suggest outlawing lethal cougar traps on public lands? Why was the proposal rejected?
Will Republicans decide Utah’s 1st Congressional District Democratic primary?
Thousands of Utah GOP voters are requesting Democratic primary ballots in the 1st Congressional District race between Ben McAdams and Nate Blouin.
Opinion: Why I’m walking 250 miles for America’s semiquincentennial
I will travel through communities large and small, meeting Utahns along the way and reflecting on the values that shaped our nation.