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the Associated Press

Virginia man pleads not guilty to charges in DC pipe bomb case

A Virginia man has pleaded not guilty to charges accusing him of planting two pipe bombs outside the headquarters of the Democratic and Republican national parties on the eve of the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021.
6 months ago
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Hillel Italie, Associated Press

Supporters press for a DC memorial to Thomas Paine, whose writings helped fuel the Revolutionary War

British-born Thomas Paine helped inspire the 13 English colonies to declare independence and form the United States of America.
6 months ago
Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, and then-Rep. John Curtis, R-Utah, at the Salt Palace Convention Center in S...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL

Utah’s 2 senators vote against resolution limiting Trump’s actions in Venezuela

This comes after President Trump last weekend announced the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
6 months ago
The Capitol is pictured in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025. Inside Sources hosts Holly Rich...
Kennedy Camarena

Races that stand out the most within the Utah Legislature

Inside Sources hosts Holly Richardson and Greg Skordas walk through the Utah legislative races which they said stand out the most.
6 months ago
Supporters of the Venezuelan government rally calling for the release of former Venezuelan Presiden...
REGINA GARCIA CANO and MATTHEW LEE Associated Press

US and Venezuela take initial steps toward restoring relations after Maduro’s ouster

The United States and Venezuela said Friday they were exploring the possibility of restoring diplomatic relations, as a Trump administration delegation visited the South American nation.
6 months ago
Attorney Taylor Meehan speaks to the court during oral arguments at the Utah Supreme Court in Salt ...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL

Legislature appeals redistricting case to Utah Supreme Court

The lawmakers criticize judicial intervention in the redistricting case, plaintiffs say they're defending the rights of Utahns.
6 months ago
Avery Gonzales, a recent graduate from Green Canyon High School, talks about a proposed bell-to-bel...
Eric Cabrera

Utah leaders push for ‘bell-to-bell’ limits on student phones in schools

Utah leaders say they plan to pursue legislation this year that would make “bell-to-bell” phone and other device limits the default policy in public schools, expanding restrictions beyond classroom time to the entire school day.
7 months ago
Senate President Stuart Adams, R-Layton, speaks at the Utah Capitol in Salt Lake City on March 1, 2...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL

Here’s who’s running for the Utah Legislature in 2026

A comprehensive list of who will run for seats in the Utah Legislature in 2026
7 months ago
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Joe Wirthlin

John Curtis talks Venezuela, Trump and DC gridlock after 1 year in Senate

Rep. John Curtis, R-Utah, at the KSL office in Salt Lake City on Nov. 6, 2024. Curtis, marking his first year in the Senate, is pushing back against the Trump administration's plans for Venezuela following the U.S. capture of President Nicolas Maduro.
7 months ago
This image taken video shows Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro getting off a helicopter on his wa...
REGINA GARCIA CANO, AAMER MADHANI and MEGAN JANETSKY (Associated Press)

At least 24 Venezuelan security officers killed in US operation to capture Maduro, officials say

At least 24 Venezuelan security officers were killed in the dead-of-night U.S. military operation to capture Nicolás Maduro and spirit him to the United States to face federal drug charges, officials said Tuesday.
7 months ago
FILE - Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks at the California Democratic Party's 2025 State Convention at...
Steve Karnowski and Bill Barrow, Associated Press

Tim Walz, Democrats’ 2024 VP pick, drops bid for third term as Minnesota governor; Klobuchar considers

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Democrats' 2024 candidate for vice president, is ending his bid for a third term as governor.
7 months ago
Goud Maragani, center, speaks to Salt Lake County clerk employees before signing a petition for a r...
Carter Williams, KSL

Resident-led referendum on Salt Lake County tax increase qualifies for signature process

A resident-led group seeking to challenge Salt Lake County's property tax increase has been given the green light to collect signatures on the measure.
7 months ago
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani checks his agenda on the subway on his way to City Hall in New Y...
Jake Offenhartz, Associated Press

Zohran Mamdani’s first full day as NYC mayor: subway rides, new offices and backlash from Israel

Less than 24 hours after his history-making inauguration, Zohran Mamdani began his first full day of work with a routine familiar to many New Yorkers: trudging to the subway from a cramped apartment.
7 months ago
Provo Mayor Michelle Kaufusi filed her candidacy Friday to run for Utah County commissioner....
Curtis Booker, KSL

Provo Mayor Michelle Kaufusi announces run for Utah County Commission

Michelle Kaufusi, Provo's mayor, announced Friday that she has filed to run for the Utah County Commission.
7 months ago
Deputy Mike Allred announces his candidacy for Box Elder County Sheriff Friday....
Mike Anderson, KSL

Deputy injured in Tremonton shooting announces run for Box Elder County Sheriff

Box Elder County Deputy Mike Allred, who survived a deadly shooting in Tremonton last August, announced his run for sheriff Friday. Allred says his campaign will focus on fighting drug abuse and improving community support for recovery. He’s challenging current Sheriff Kevin Potter in the upcoming election.
7 months ago
Rep. Jordan Teuscher, R-South Jordan, speaks at the Capitol in Salt Lake City on Jan. 29, 2025....
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL

Utah Rep. Jordan Teuscher faces GOP challenger for reelection

Utah Rep. Jordan Teuscher is facing an intraparty challenge as he seeks reelection later this year.
7 months ago
This courtroom sketch depicts Brian Cole Jr., 30, of Woodbridge, Va., the man accused of planting a...
Michael Kunzelman, Associated Press

Judge refuses to order release of man charged with planting pipe bombs on eve of Capitol riot

A federal magistrate judge on Friday refused to order the pretrial release of a man charged with planting two pipe bombs outside the headquarters of the Democratic and Republican national parties on the eve of the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021.
7 months ago
Utah State Capitol building Monday, October 8, 2001. (Jason Olson, Deseret News)...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL

25 new Utah laws that went into effect on Jan. 1

It's a new year, which means another fresh round of new Utah laws are about to take effect.
7 months ago
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Heather Peterson

Several Utah lawmakers announce 2026 campaign plans, setting up legislative shakeups

A wave of announcements from Utah state lawmakers has arrived, preparing the 2026 elections for a potential shift in the political landscape.
7 months ago
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Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL

This Utah Republican is challenging a longtime GOP lawmaker for a seat in the Senate

Rep. Doug Fiefia, R-Herriman announced he would challenge Sen. Dan McCay, R-Riverton in 2026.
7 months ago
Judge Dianna Gibson listens to congressional maps arguments Nov. 4. She has partially granted a req...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL

Judge paves way for Legislature to appeal redistricting ruling to Utah Supreme Court

A Utah judge has partially granted a request from the Legislature to certify her August ruling throwing out the state's old congressional maps, opening the door for lawmakers to take the issue to the Utah Supreme Court.
7 months ago
Sen. Todd Weiler, R-Woods Cross, in the House chamber at the Capitol in Salt Lake City on Jan. 16, ...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL

Podcasting gives Utah politicians a new platform for political discourse

As smartphones and other digital devices have become all but ubiquitous across the United States, new ways of gathering information have begun to change Americans' preferences for getting news.
7 months ago
Surveillance video at the Salt Lake City International Airport shows Marta Renderos Leiva being det...
Tim Vandenack, KSL

Immigration debate, enforcement action intensified in 2025 in Utah, may continue in 2026

The national discourse over immigration this year, a priority issue for President Donald Trump, didn't leave Utah untouched.
7 months ago
Nicki Minaj speaks during Turning Point USA's AmericaFest 2025, Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, in Phoenix. ...
Associated Press

Nicki Minaj surprises conservatives with praise for Trump, Vance at Arizona event

Rapper Nicki Minaj has made a surprise appearance at a gathering of conservatives in Arizona.
7 months ago