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Gabby Peterson

Gabby is a member of the Deseret News’ Audience team. She graduated with a double major in Political Science and Communication from the University of Utah.

E. Jean Carroll walks out of Manhattan federal court, Tuesday, May 9, 2023, in New York. A jury has found Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing the advice columnist in 1996, awarding her $5 million in a judgment that could haunt the former president as he campaigns to regain the White House.
Police/Courts
Donald Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation in civil case, Manhattan jury finds
A jury found Donald Trump liable for the sexual abuse and defamation of writer E. Jean Carroll, and ordered the former president to pay $5 million in damages.
By Gabby Peterson
Jami Johanson, who works in special programs for Salt Lake County Animal Services, plays with Echo, an 11-month old coonhound mix, at the agency’s facility in Millcreek on Thursday, April 20, 2023.
Family
The positive impacts of adopting — not buying — your next pet
As Utah and states throughout the U.S. grapple with overcrowded shelters and the skyrocketing number of homeless pets, adopting a pet from a shelter or rescue can save multiple lives.
By Gabby Peterson
Trainer Marcia Hinton pets Lolita, a captive orca whale, during a performance at the Miami Seaquarium in Miami, March 9, 1995. An unlikely coalition made up of a theme park owner, an animal rights group, a mayor and a philanthropist who owns an NFL team announced Thursday, March 30, 2023, that a plan is in place to return Lolita — an orca that has lived in captivity at the Miami Seaquarium for more than 50 years — to its home waters in the Pacific Northwest.
Environment
After more than 5 decades in captivity, Lolita the orca will be released
Lolita the orca will be released into her native ocean waters after more than 50 years of performing marine shows in captivity.
By Gabby Peterson
Tiny Tot and Little Bitty wait for their adopters to arrive and pick them up at Best Friends Animal Society in Salt Lake City.
U.S. & World
To celebrate National Puppy Day, Best Friends encourages Utahns to adopt local
Best Friends Animal Society is encouraging Utahns to adopt local shelter animals to help the state become “no-kill.”
By Gabby Peterson
Alex Murdaugh listens to the jury charges during his double murder trial at the Colleton County Courthouse on Thursday, March 2, 2023, in Walterboro, S.C. The 54-year-old attorney is standing trial on two counts of murder in the shootings of his wife and son at their Colleton County home and hunting lodge on June 7, 2021.
Police/Courts
Jury finds Alex Murdaugh guilty of murders of wife, son
A South Carolina jury found Alex Murdaugh guilty of the murders of his wife, Margaret and son, Paul. He faces a sentence of 30 years to life in prison without parole.
By Gabby Peterson
The Preza family dog, Chase, examines a snowman at 11th Avenue Park in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022.
Outdoors
‘Play dress-up’: How to protect your pet from cold temperatures
While unprecedented winter weather continues across the United States, it’s important to remember that our furry friends need some extra warmth as well.
By Gabby Peterson
Police officers stand outside a ballroom dance club in Monterey Park, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023. A mass shooting took place at a dance club following a Lunar New Year celebration, setting off a manhunt for the suspect.
U.S. & World
Gunman opens fire near California Lunar New Year festival, killing 10
According to The New York Times, the gunman killed 10 people and wounded 10 others inside of a ballroom dance hall.
By Gabby Peterson
In this June 2, 2021, photo, a man sits next to a service dog at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Va.
U.S. & World
‘Tied up’ and abandoned — why are pets being left behind at airports?
When traveling with your animal, it is important to familiarize yourself with your airline’s pet policy to avoid any roadblocks.
By Gabby Peterson
A German shorthaired pointer is pictured tilting its head. Photo by Kev Costello on Unsplash
Entertainment
Why do dogs tilt their heads?
What’s actually going on in your furry friend’s mind when they tilt their adorable heads from side to side? Researchers have some ideas.
By Gabby Peterson
Students and police gather outside of Richneck Elementary School after a shooting, Friday, Jan. 6, 2023 in Newport News, Va. A shooting at a Virginia elementary school sent a teacher to the hospital and ended with “an individual” in custody Friday, police and school officials in the city of Newport News said.
U.S. & World
6-year-old shoots teacher at Virginia elementary school, police say
The boy’s identity will not be released due to his age, and it is not yet clear how he came to be in possession of the weapon.
By Gabby Peterson
Dr. Alex Lynn examines Dash at Hunter Animal Hospital in West Valley City on Monday, Dec. 5, 2022.
Family
Pets are family. Here’s why you should make time for their health, now more than ever
Veterinarian offices across the country, including Utah-based Hunter Animal Hospital, are working hard to provide quality health care to animals despite nationwide vet shortages.
By Gabby Peterson
A clock in the Senate chamber is pictured at the Capitol in Salt Lake City on Friday, March 19, 2021.
U.S. & World
Daylight saving time has ended for the year. How are you feeling?
According to some health experts, Daylight Saving Time may bring more than just the inconvenience of changing clocks — it could be affecting our health.
By Gabby Peterson
Rescuers on boats search in the Machchu river next to a cable bridge that collapsed in Morbi district, western Gujarat state, India.
U.S. & World
At least 60 dead after India bridge collapses into river
By Gabby Peterson
Michael Rosenberg, 10, right, and his brother, Robert, 6, children of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, read in the newspaper that their parents have one day more to live.
U.S. & World
A brief look at the history of the Espionage Act
The entirety of the Espionage Act isn’t fully utilized today, but its most notable sections are still applicable in current court proceedings.
By Gabby Peterson
Domestic-violence survivor Hope Dawson stands with her 3-year old Chihuahua terrier mix Coco, in the dog park of the pet friendly domestic violence shelter, Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018, in New York. The shelter, custom-designed for domestic violence victims to keep their pets in their apartments, has been built in New York City. Organizers say it’s the first custom-built, pet-friendly shelter of its size.
Science & Tech
Feeling stressed? Your dog can smell it on you, new research says
By Gabby Peterson
In this photo taken April 8, 2010, Emily Auth displays some of her collection of Crocs outside her home in Kokomo, Ind. Auth calls herself a Crocs hypocrite because she mocked the shoes when she first saw them. But the 25-year-old loves them so much she ended up wearing red high-heel Crocs at her wedding last summer.
Entertainment
‘Croctober’ means free Crocs are up for grabs. Here’s how you can get your hands on a pair
By Gabby Peterson
The water saving landscaping method that utilizes drought-resistant plants and decorative rock is growing in popularity throughout the drought stricken West.
Environment
Thinking of xeriscaping? Here are a few things to know
The water saving landscaping method that utilizes drought-resistant plants and decorative rock is growing in popularity throughout the drought stricken West.
By Gabby Peterson
Vice Chair Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., speaks as the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol holds a hearing at the Capitol in Washington, June 28, 2022. Cheney’s determination to prevent Trump from ever again serving in the White House has left her fighting to hold on to the U.S. House seat she has held for three terms.
Politics
What did Liz Cheney say about a Trump 2024 nomination?
Liz Cheney continues to voice her concerns about Donald Trump.
By Gabby Peterson
A person’s pair of feet wearing a pair of white Crocs shoes. The controversial shoe has regained popularity and garnered recognition in the footwear world, collaborating with big names and brands such as Justin Bieber, Balenciaga and Bad Bunny.
Culture
How Crocs made a comeback
The controversial shoe has regained popularity and garnered recognition in the footwear world, collaborating with big names and brands such as Justin Bieber, Balenciaga and Bad Bunny.
By Gabby Peterson
Former White House strategist Steve Bannon pauses to speak with reporters after departing federal court Nov. 15, 2021, in Washington. Several witnesses sought by the Jan. 6 committee investigating the insurrection at the Capitol are being held in contempt of Congress, including Bannon.
Politics
Jan. 6 update: Steve Bannon agrees to testify before committee
By Gabby Peterson
Authorities arrest members of the white supremacist group Patriot Front near an Idaho pride event Saturday, June 11, 2022, after they were found packed into the back of a U-Haul truck with riot gear.
U.S. & World
Dozens of white supremacists were arrested near an Idaho Pride event
The men were members of a white nationalist organization called Patriot Front, and traveled to Idaho from at least 10 different states, including Utah.
By Gabby Peterson
United States gymnasts from left, Simone Biles, McKayla Maroney, Aly Raisman and Maggie Nichols, arrive to testify during a Senate Judiciary hearing about the Inspector General’s report on the FBI’s handling of the Larry Nassar investigation on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2021, in Washington. Dozens of women who say they were sexually assaulted by Larry Nassar are seeking more than $1 billion from the FBI for failing to stop the now convicted sports doctor
U.S. & World
Larry Nassar survivors, including Simone Biles, are suing the FBI. Here’s why
Over 90 women who were sexually abused by former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar have submitted claims for over $1 billion to the FBI, citing a botched investigation that did not stop Nassar’s abuse when it could have.
By Gabby Peterson