Apple, Utah Jazz, Imagine Dragons rally to launch groundbreaking LGBTQ youth program

Explosive materials, stolen body armor seized from Vernal house, police say

Pat Reavy, Deseret News  |  Updated Feb 25th - 9:01am

A Vernal man who police say had bomb-making materials in his house and a bullet-proof vest from a sheriff's office in a hidden space was arrested in Uintah County.

In boost for COVID-19 battle, Pfizer vaccine found 94% effective in real world

Maayan Lubell and Ari Rabinovitch, Reuters  |  Posted Feb 25th - 8:42am

The first big real-world study of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine to be independently reviewed shows the shot is highly effective at preventing COVID-19, in a potentially landmark moment for countries desperate to end lockdowns and reopen economies.

Improvements planned for growing Spiral Jetty crowds

Mike Anderson, KSL TV  |  Posted Feb 25th - 8:19am

The number of people visiting the Spiral Jetty has grown so much that leaders in Box Elder County made an offer Wednesday to purchase about 10 acres of land to add amenities to the site.

More people are saving as a result of the pandemic, Utah bank reports

Jasen Lee, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb 25th - 7:31am

Individuals are saving more during the global pandemic than they were before the coronavirus outbreak, Zions Bank says in a new report.

Bountiful High School considering 4 options for new mascot to replace Braves

Marjorie Cortez, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb 25th - 7:00am

The Bountiful High School administration is nearing a decision on the school's new mascot and is surveying students and members of the public on their preferences.

Provo man stabs child, thinking someone else was in bed with his wife, police say

Pat Reavy, Deseret News  |  Updated Feb 25th - 6:32am

A Provo man has been arrested after police say he stabbed his 2-year-old daughter, mistakenly believing that another person was in bed with his wife.

Jazz keep rolling as they blast shorthanded Lakers

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Updated Feb 25th - 12:14am

By the end on Wednesday, the only drama left was whether or not Donovan Mitchell was gonna end the Utah Jazz's long regular season triple double drought.

Former Jazz forward Elijah Millsap accuses team executive Dennis Lindsey of bigoted language

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Updated Feb 24th - 11:10pm

Former Utah Jazz forward Elijah Millsap has accused executive vice president of basketball operations Dennis Lindsey of bigoted comments during an exit interview in 2015.

Utah bill that would ban transgender girls from girls high school sports stalls in Senate committee

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Updated Feb 24th - 10:34pm

A group of senators motioned to adjourn Wednesday evening instead of voting to push along a bill that would ban transgender girls from competing in Utah high school sports after a passionate, and at times contentious, hearing over the bill.

Here are the details of Utah State's recently formalized extension with Craig Smith through 2026

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Feb 24th - 10:17pm

Utah State has its men's basketball coach through the 2025-26 season. Here's what you need to know about Craig Smith's new deal.

Salt Lake teachers, students rally against 'bullying' from Utah Legislature

Katie McKellar, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb 24th - 9:55pm

A Salt Lake Education Association rally on the steps of the Capitol brought together teachers, students and parents opposed to SB107.

GameStop stock doubles in afternoon; even Reddit is surprised

David Randall, Reuters  |  Updated Feb 24th - 9:52pm

GameStop Corp shares more than doubled in afternoon trading on Wednesday, surprising those who thought the video game retailer's stock price would stabilize after recent hearings in the U.S. Congress into the fierce rally and steep dive that upended Wall Street in January.

Inspired by Paris Hilton, woman says Utah ranch punished her for reporting assaults

Annie Knox, Deseret News  |  Posted Feb 24th - 9:15pm

Motivated to come forward after Paris Hilton's allegations of abuse at a Provo center for troubled teens, a Colorado woman is suing a different Utah program.

Baby on the way? Here are 9 stroller and baby carrier options you'll love

Grant Olsen, KSL.com Contributor  |  Posted Feb 24th - 8:37pm

Getting from point A to point B can be a strenuous experience when you're toting kids, a diaper bag, and whatever other items the day calls for. This review looks at some great products that can help make your travels smoother (and safer).

Gephardt: How scammers are exploiting COVID-19 vaccine to steal money, info

Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL TV  |  Posted Feb 24th - 8:09pm

On Tuesday, the FCC said it's seeing a huge uptick in calls and texts from scammers impersonating local health departments and vaccine providers.

Utah bill would expand Medicaid coverage to include fertility preservation for cancer patients

Lauren Bennett, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb 24th - 7:34pm

HB192 would allow Medicaid cancer patients to apply for a waiver that would cover fertility treatments in order to preserve their ability to parent children. It passed a Senate committee on Wednesday.

Several ways a paracord can be an outdoor enthusiast's best friend

Robert Williamson, KSL.com contributor  |  Posted Feb 24th - 7:01pm

Braided paracord survival bracelets have been around for a while, but do you know how to use the paracord in survival situations? Here are some of the ways paracord can help when lost in the backcountry.

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'This is the future': Can telework help rural Utahns make more money and afford better homes?

Graham Dudley, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb 24th - 6:16pm

While urban Utah may have only recently discovered the benefits of remote work, rural Utah has been considering the option for years.