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O.J. Simpson was acquitted on this day in history. Here’s why this case captivated the nation

Simpson was found not guilty of these crimes 28 years ago today, yet people reportedly still feel that this case resonates for a couple of reasons.

By Madison Selcho

Actor Michael Gambon pauses for a portrait in this Jan. 17, 2002, file photo, in Pasadena, Calif. Gambon died from pneumonia at age 82.

Entertainment

Dumbledore actor Michael Gambon dies at 82. Here’s how his ‘Harry Potter’ castmates, J.K. Rowling reacted

Gambon was a prolific actor on both the screen and the stage.

By Hannah Murdock

A DeLorean from the “Back to the Future” franchise is displayed at the FanX convention at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City.

Movies

Meeting Michael J. Fox: Why these fans spent over $1,000 on ‘Back to the Future’ fandom

All the fans the Deseret News spoke with spent anywhere from $600 to well over $1,000 on “Back to the Future” fandom at FanX. None of them showed any signs of buyer’s remorse.

By Lottie Elizabeth Johnson

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) answers questions during a news conference after an NFL football game against the New England Patriots.

NFL

Joe Namath critical of Jets coaching, Zach Wilson amid quarterback’s continued struggles

Wilson completed 50% of his passes, couldn’t deliver a game-winning drive late and the Jets scored just 10 points in a loss to the Patriots.

By Brandon Judd

Perspective

O.J. Simpson is riffing on Zach Wilson and the Jets. Why is America paying attention?

Twitter gave a platform to a man a majority of Americans believe committed a double murder. And he’s reveling in it.

By Jennifer Graham

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) looks on

NFL

John Beck: Zach Wilson inherits a better Jets team than he had in 2022

Zach Wilson, surrounded by a much better supporting cast than in his previous two years in New York, led the Jets to a 22-16 overtime victory.

By Dave McCann

BYU Cougars cornerback Jakob Robinson (wearing blue) intercepts a pass.

BYU Football

Jay Hill praises defense’s tackling in opener, but still has concerns

Cougars pitched a shutout in 14-0 win over Sam Houston, but only got one sack and didn’t get much pressure on the quarterback.

By Jay Drew

A 1967 photo of J.R.R. Tolkien, the author of “The Lord of the Rings.”

Perspective

Perspective: 50 years after his death, what J.R.R. Tolkien did for Christianity

The author’s role in leading C.S. Lewis to faith was as significant as his bibliography

By Jennifer Graham

Entertainment

‘Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie’ was a hit at Sundance. Now, it’s scored 7 Emmy nominations

The film has now scored 7 Emmy nominations, including for best documentary or nonfiction special

By Lottie Elizabeth Johnson

Addison’s Walk, near Magdalen College, Oxford, looking back toward the college.

Culture

How J.R.R. Tolkien’s friendship led C.S. Lewis to become Christian

Lewis was an atheist when he became friends with Tolkien

By Hanna Seariac

Colorado Rockies third base coach Warren Schaeffer, left, congratulates designated hitter C.J. Cron as he rounds the bases after his home run against Houston on July 5, 2023, in Houston.

Utah Utes

Catching up with former Utes great C.J. Cron

Cron was an All-Star last season but an injury disrupted his 2023 campaign. Now healthy, could the Rockies look to trade him to a contender?

By Stephen Hunt

St. George City Hall is pictured in 2020.

Utah

Judge sides with drag performers who sued St. George over permit denial

St. George violated the First Amendment when it denied a drag show permit over a city ordinance that has never been used, judge says.

By Kyle Dunphey

Singer Josh Groban performs at Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City.

Theater

Josh Groban lands his ‘dream role’ on Broadway — and his 2nd Tony nomination

Groban returned to Broadway as the murderous barber Sweeney Todd.

By Lottie Elizabeth Johnson

Real Salt Lake

Justen Glad’s own-goal helps Minnesota United in 1-1 draw with Real Salt Lake

RSL moved to 4-6-4 in MLS play on the season.

By Associated Press

Michael J. Fox and others that produced “Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie” arrive for the film’s premiere at the Eccles Theatre in Park City during the Sundance Film Festival.

Television

Living with Parkinson’s disease is ‘getting tougher,’ Michael J. Fox says

In an interview airing April 30 on CBS News, Fox said he’s been reflecting on his mortality and doesn’t believe he’ll make it to 80.

By Lottie Elizabeth Johnson

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