Jamie Stengle and Jim Vertuno, Associated Press
Texas board approves Bible stories as required reading in public schools
The Texas education board on Friday approved a required reading list for more than 5 million public school students that includes Bible passages.2 months ago
Collin Binkley and Jon Gambrell, Associated Press
US strikes Iran to respond to attack on ship that Trump says violated ceasefire
The U.S. struck Iran on Friday to respond to a drone attack a day earlier on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz.2 months ago
Juan Pablo Arraez, Regina Garcia Cano and Megan Janetsky, Associated Press
Venezuelans take search for the missing into their own hands as earthquake death toll climbs
Venezuelans took the search for missing loved ones into their own hands Friday in the aftermath of back-to-back earthquakes, citing the scarcity of government rescuers,2 months ago
Ben Finley and Melanie Lidman, Associated Press
Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement with US in ‘first step’ toward peace, Rubio says
Secretary of State Marco Rubio along with Israel and Lebanon’s ambassadors announced a framework agreement Friday that was described as a first step toward peace.2 months ago
Matt O'Brien, AP Technology Writer
OpenAI limits its latest ChatGPT product to Trump-approved customers during cybersecurity review
OpenAI is restricting the release of its new AI model, GPT-5.6 Sol, at the request of President Donald Trump's administration.2 months ago
Pat Reavy, KSL
Utah County Attorney’s Office found in contempt in Robinson case, but death penalty still on table
A decision on whether the Utah County Attorney's Office should be held in contempt for allegedly violating the judge's gag order in the Tyler Robinson capital murder case is expected Friday.2 months ago
The Associated Press
Ex-national security adviser John Bolton pleads guilty in classified information case
Former Trump administration national security adviser John Bolton pleaded guilty Friday to illegally retaining classified information, sealing a deal with federal prosecutors that could allow him to avoid a prison term.2 months ago
Jim Mustian, Associated Press
DEA asks watchdog to investigate claims that agents permitted fentanyl to hit the streets
The federal Drug Enforcement Administration asked the U.S. Justice Department’s internal watchdog to investigate claims that DEA agents permitted hundreds of thousands of fentanyl pills to enter New Mexico.2 months ago
Matthew Daly, Associated Press
Reflecting Pool liner was cut with a sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says
A liner along the bottom of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was cut with a sharp knife or razor this month a top official at the National Park Service says.2 months ago
Cathy Bussewitz, Associated Press
Questions about resume gaps are expected. Here’s how job seekers can address them
Whether they lost a position during mass layoffs or left to care for an ill loved one, job applicants can expect questions about employment history lapses to surface during screenings and interviews.2 months ago
Rebecca Boone and Olga R. Rodriguez, Associated Press
What to know about earthquake early warning systems
Many nations have developed systems for alerting people seconds before shaking begins, and even in countries like Venezuela that do not have such systems, Google Android Earthquake Alerts can send important warnings.2 months ago
Juan Pablo Arraez, Megan Janetsky and Regina Garcia Cano, Associated Press
Venezuelans search rubble for survivors after 2 strong quakes kill at least 188
Venezuelans searched for survivors beneath collapsed buildings Thursday and rescue teams raced to northern areas rocked by a pair of powerful earthquakes that officials say killed at least 188 people and left more than 200 trapped.2 months ago
Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press
SCOTUS strikes down Hawaii law requiring permission to carry guns in stores and hotels
The Supreme Court struck down a Hawaii law requiring people to get permission to carry guns into stores and hotels on Thursday, in its latest opinion backing Second Amendment rights.2 months ago
Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press
Supreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive immigration policy
The Supreme Court cleared the way Thursday for the Trump administration to potentially revive an immigration policy once used to turn back migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border.2 months ago
The Associated Press
Federal judge bars Trump from implementing proof of citizenship requirement to vote
A federal judge has permanently barred President Donald Trump's administration from implementing most of his first executive order on elections, part of which sought to require people to show documentary proof of citizenship when they register to vote.2 months ago
Matt O'Brien, AP Technology Writer
All the world’s a robot-staging ground for tech entrepreneurs building ‘physical AI’
A growing number of AI entrepreneurs are dedicating themselves to models that teach AI systems how to react in a physical environment.2 months ago
Linley Sanders, Associated Press
How Americans are feeling about the country’s 250th anniversary, according to new polls
About 4 in 10 American adults feel “proud” about the country's 250th anniversary, according to a new survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. Roughly 3 in 10 say “excited” describes their emotions.2 months ago
Fatima Hussein, Associated Press
IRS did better than expected in tax season after slashing staff, except on the phone, watchdog says
The IRS did better than expected getting refunds out to taxpayers during the 2026 tax season despite massive cuts to its workforce — but the national taxpayer advocate says taxpayers who needed human help were left behind.2 months ago
Mary Clare Jalonick, Kevin Freking, Josh Boak and Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press
Trump abruptly cancels signing a housing bill, blindsiding Republicans
President Donald Trump abruptly canceling plans on Wednesday to sign a bipartisan measure that could help spur more home construction.2 months ago
The Associated Press
Savannah Guthrie says family remains ‘in agony’ over missing mom, begs the public for tips
“Today” show host Savannah Guthrie appealed to viewers Tuesday to come forward with any information about her missing mother, a day after news organizations said a ransom note received months ago had indicated that she was dead.2 months ago
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News
Kids are talking to AI more than ever. John Curtis wants rules to ensure their safety
Sen. John Curtis introduced a bipartisan bill on Tuesday to establish a federal framework regulating online chatbots, particularly as it relates to usage by teenagers and young children.2 months ago
The Associated Press
17 states and trade group sue California over plastics packaging law
A coalition of 17 states and a trade association representing U.S. wholesalers and distributors have sued California to block the enforcement of a stringent recycling law that aims to reduce plastic packaging waste.2 months ago
Lisa Mascaro, AP Congressional Correspondent
Senate for first time approves a war powers resolution in a rebuke to Trump over Iran conflict
The Senate approved a war powers resolution Tuesday seeking to block U.S. military action against Iran, as lawmakers warily watch President Donald Trump’s efforts to resolve the conflict that the administration launched on its own.2 months ago
