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Should we really cancel student debt? Here are 5 alternative solutions

Candidates Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren have proposed forgiving all student debt. But the cost of college is the real problem to attack

By Sofia Jeremias

In our opinion: Faith groups can be the moral compass on climate change

By The Deseret News Editorial Board

Inside the newsroom: Flake, Trump, right, left and just what it is we are doing at the Deseret News

By Doug Wilks

Utah moms rallied for federal gun reform Saturday. Here’s why protesters say proposed state legislation isn’t enough

A group of local moms and other supporters, spurred by the two recent shootings in El Paso and Dayton, rallied for federal gun reform Saturday in downtown Salt Lake City.

By Ashley Imlay Aug 17, 2019, 4:52pm MDT

The story of ‘Blinded by the Light,’ a $15 million Sundance star that landed in theaters nationwide

By Lottie Elizabeth Johnson Updated Aug 18, 2019, 8:36am MDT
Why BYU’s fall camp this year has been different from others under Kalani Sitake

By Jeff Call Aug 17, 2019, 6:16pm MDT
Invasion of the drones: No longer a ‘Jetsons’-esque fantasy, Utah is on the leading edge

By Art Raymond Aug 16, 2019, 10:00pm MDT
Utah fundraiser aims to protect those who serve in blue

By Jasen Lee Aug 17, 2019, 9:34pm MDT

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Q&A: JetBlue Airways chairman Joel Peterson gives a cure for distrust in America

By Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor Aug 15, 2019, 10:00pm MDT

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Amazon is moving into the pharmacy business. Local drugstores aren’t happy about it

By Lois M. Collins Aug 15, 2019, 10:00pm MDT

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Can religion save us from a global environmental crisis?

By Erica Evans Aug 14, 2019, 10:00pm MDT

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Those early to bed and early to rise are more common than you might think

By Christina Giardinelli Aug 11, 2019, 8:00pm MDT

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Pignanelli and Webb: Lessons learned from Mendenhall’s surprise win in Salt Lake primary

By Frank Pignanelli & LaVarr Webb August 18

The story of ‘Blinded by the Light,’ a $15 million Sundance star that landed in theaters nationwide

By Lottie Elizabeth Johnson August 18

In our opinion: Don’t worry about a recession — worry about your personal finances

By The Deseret News Editorial Board August 18

At least 13 people arrested at Portland, Oregon, protest

By Associated Press August 17

Utah fundraiser aims to protect those who serve in blue

By Jasen Lee August 17

Letter: Treating mental illness

By Reader's Forum August 17

Utah moms rallied for federal gun reform Saturday. Here’s why protesters say proposed state legislation isn’t enough

By Ashley Imlay August 17

In our opinion: Salt Lake City mayoral race could be a standard-bearer to the nation

By The Deseret News Editorial Board August 17

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Invasion of the drones: No longer a ‘Jetsons’-esque fantasy, Utah is on the leading edge

Utah is well-positioned to not only be among the leaders of the drone revolution but also bear expansive economic benefits as the new industry takes off.

By Art Raymond August 16

Inside the monumental task of focusing on the name of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

By Tad Walch August 16

12 cartoons about the top news of the week

By Savannah Hopkinson, Columnist August 16

Medical examiner confirms Epstein death a suicide by hanging

By Associated Press August 16

Trump throws support behind possible Lewandowski Senate run

By Associated Press August 16

The Little League World Series’ complex relationship with kids and fame

By Ethan Bauer August 16

Church issues statement on Word of Wisdom

By Herb Scribner August 16

China police exercises across from Hong Kong seen as threat

By Associated Press August 16

Church unveils abuse prevention training for all Latter-day Saint leaders of children and youth

By Tad Walch August 16

Tlaib declines to visit West Bank, citing Israeli conditions

By Associated Press August 16

In our opinion: The world’s eyes are on Hong Kong

By The Deseret News Editorial Board August 16

Q&A: JetBlue Airways chairman Joel Peterson gives a cure for distrust in America

By Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor August 15

Amazon is moving into the pharmacy business. Local drugstores aren’t happy about it

By Lois M. Collins August 15

Exploring the intersection of sex, consent and chastity at the nation’s Christian colleges

By Kelsey Dallas August 15

FCC suggests three-digit number for suicide prevention hotline

By Dennis Romboy August 15

Israel bars U.S. congresswomen — with a nudge from Trump

By Associated Press August 15

Vice President Mike Pence expected to be in Utah next week to speak on trade

By Matthew Brown August 15

Don’t assume a ‘happy warrior’ is somehow not a warrior

By Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor August 15

U.S. stocks veer lower in latest bout of market volatility

By Associated Press August 15

Socialism isn’t what you think it is, but it’s still not what we need right now

By Christian Sagers, Columnist August 15

‘Number neighbors’ highlight the irony of modern communication

By Jay Evensen, Columnist August 15

InDepth

Can religion save us from a global environmental crisis?

Despite mounting evidence of climate change, religious people remain divided. Some question man’s involvement while others are driven by their faith to protect the planet.

By Erica Evans August 14