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Baja race team may have vandalized Grand County petroglyphs, sheriff's office says

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted March 23 - 10:59 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Grand County Sheriff's Office says it's investigating who damaged ancient petroglyphs at a popular recreation area outside of Moab.

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Woman, 75, killed in Magna crash

Payton Davis and Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated March 23 - 10:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

A woman, 75, died Sunday after a crash in Magna at the intersection of state Route 201 and state Route 202.

Red Rocks earn No. 12 seed in Corvallis Regional, a potential rematch with rival UCLA

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 23 - 10:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Red Rocks are headed into familiar territory as it moves into postseason play, except as a lower-ranked team this season.

Should you try the 75 Hard challenge? Experts warn the risks may outweigh the benefits

Lily Hautau, CNN  |  Posted March 23 - 10:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

75 Hard is a challenge created by entrepreneur and author Andy Frisella and marketed as a "transformative mental toughness program" and "an ironman for your brain," according to his website.

2 killed in collision between jet and fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport

Jake Offenhartz and Jennifer Peltz, Associated Press  |  Updated March 23 - 9:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

Two people were killed and several others injured when an Air Canada regional jet struck a fire truck on the runway while landing at New York's LaGuardia Airport.

US won't strike Iran's power plants for 5 days, extending deadline on reopening Hormuz strait

Jon Gambrell, David Rising and Samy Magdy, Associated Press  |  Posted March 23 - 8:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz to international shipping.

Driver shot, injured in overnight Salt Lake shooting

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted March 23 - 8:10 a.m.  |  Save Story

A 22-year-old man was injured in a shooting in Salt Lake City early Monday, according to police.

When it's hot and polluted, suicide numbers climb, University of Utah study finds

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted March 23 - 8:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

As suicide rates have been climbing for several decades and policymakers and others look for tools to identify and protect those at risk, recognizing the impact of heat stress and air pollution could prove helpful.

Going on a hike? Keep your dog on its leash

Hayden Madson, Deseret News  |  Posted March 23 - 7:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

With the months beginning to warm up, hiking trails and other recreating areas are going to start filling up. The Division of Wildlife Resources wants to make sure you keep wildlife and your pets safe.

Snowbasin celebrates, laments disappointing winter on early closing day

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted March 23 - 7:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Snowbasin Resort marked its closing day of the 2025-26 ski season on Sunday.

AI camera use sparks privacy concerns

Deannie Wimmer and Pearl Ashton, KSL  |  Posted March 23 - 6:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Across Utah, AI‑powered license plate readers are becoming a key tool for law enforcement. They help catch dangerous suspects but also raise privacy concerns.

Nick Schmaltz scores overtime winner as Mammoth defeat Kings 4-3

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted March 22 - 11:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Lawson Crouse scored two goals in the first period before Nick Schmaltz netted a pair of his own, including the overtime game-winner to lift the Mammoth over the Kings 4-3.

Aggies' season comes to an end in second round of Big Dance

Shawn Harrison, Herald Journal  |  Posted March 22 - 11:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Making it to the Sweet 16 will have to wait for the Aggies.

What to do if you encounter a rattlesnake

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted March 22 - 10:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 25-year-old mountain biker died earlier this month following complications from a rattlesnake bite sustained during a ride in Southern California in February. Here's what you should do in a rattlesnake encounter.

Iran threatens to retaliate against Gulf energy and water after Trump ultimatum

Maayan Lubell, Alexander Cornwell and Idrees Ali, Reuters  |  Updated March 22 - 9:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Iran said on Sunday it would strike the energy and water systems of its Gulf neighbors in retaliation if President Donald Trump follows through with a threat to hit Iran's electricity grid in 48 hours.

How this year's historically low snowpack will affect the West

Kevin Lind, Deseret News  |  Posted March 22 - 9:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Without the largest, cheapest "reservoir," Utah water managers expect several impacts this summer.

Olatunji's late goal in San Diego keeps Real Salt Lake unbeaten in 4 games

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted March 22 - 8:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sergi Solans scored his third goal in four matches, and Victor Olatunji buried his first of the year with five minutes remaining as Real Salt Lake stretched its unbeaten run to four straight with a 2-2 draw Sunday evening at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego.

Utah man describes weeks in immigration custody and a decision he didn't understand

Eric Cabrera, KSL  |  Posted March 22 - 8:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sergio Argañaraz said he was driving through his neighborhood on his way to work when flashing lights appeared behind him. Minutes later, he was in handcuffs.

Utah Royals fall to San Diego 2-1 in Mexican international Kiana Palacios' home debut

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted March 22 - 7:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

The 29-year-old Mexican international from Orange, California made her home debut Sunday for Utah Royals FC, connecting with Lara Prasnikar on the Slovenian's first NWSL goal in a 2-1 loss to the San Diego Wave at America First Field.

Trump administration touts plan for ICE at airports amid criticism from union, Democrats

Reuters  |  Updated March 22 - 7:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

President Donald Trump's border czar said on Sunday that having immigration agents bolster short-staffed Transportation Security Administration teams will speed up airport lines.

Utah Valley University receives $500K to expand essential resources for students

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted March 22 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Valley University Care Hub, which connects students to basic needs and resources, got a significant boost Wednesday with a $500,000 donation.

Man shot, killed by police in Sandy

Payton Davis and Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted March 22 - 6:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Police shot a man multiple times Sunday afternoon in Sandy, killing him.

America's official mammal, the bison, gets a bronze tribute for the country's 250th birthday

Nick Ingram, Associated Press  |  Updated March 22 - 6:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

The national mammal of the United States is getting in on America's 250th birthday celebration.