Ancient tablet acquired by Hobby Lobby going back to Iraq

A 3,500-year-old clay tablet discovered in the ruins of the library of an ancient Mesopotamian king, then looted from an Iraqi museum 30 years ago, is finally headed back to Iraq.

2 Utah high schools will be competing in the national Special Olympics

Tooele High School's Unified Soccer team, and Wasatch High School's Unified Basketball team, both found out they will be competing in the national Special Olympics USA Games in Florida.

Chauvin to appeal conviction, sentence in George Floyd's death

The former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murder in George Floyd's death intends to appeal his conviction and sentence, saying the judge abused his discretion or erred during several key points in the case, according to documents filed Thursday.

Boy Scouts' bankruptcy creates rift with religious partners

Amid the Boy Scouts of America's complex bankruptcy case, there is worsening friction between the BSA and the major religious groups that help it run thousands of Scout units. At issue: the churches' fears that an eventual settlement — while protecting the BSA from future sex-abuse lawsuits — could leave many churches unprotected.

Trump allies Bannon, Meadows subpoenaed in Congress' probe of Capitol riot

The U.S. House of Representatives Select Committee investigating the deadly Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol has subpoenaed four former members of Donald Trump's administration, including Mark Meadows and Steve Bannon, the panel's chairman said on Thursday.

Why first-time homebuyers are struggling to buy right now

Existing home sales dipped nationwide last month, breaking two straight months of increases, but supply is still tight and prices still high.

Hunters shoot grizzly bear after being charged in Idaho

Two hunters are safe after a grizzly bear charged at them in the Stamp Creek Meadows Road area of Island Park Thursday morning.

Meet the former rugby standout from Olympus High tasked with replacing BYU's leading tackler

Ben Bywater will line up at the 'mike' linebacker position Saturday night when the Cougars (3-0) host South Florida at LaVell Edwards Stadium.

Woman shot, man in custody in Roy, police say

A woman was shot and a man is in custody Thursday evening in Roy, according to police.

Is this Biden proposal a way to spy on your bank account — or catch tax cheats?

State auditors and treasurers in 20 states, including Utah, have come out against what they say is an "invasive" Biden administration proposal to require banks to report more information on the accounts of everyday Americans to the IRS.

Utah Democratic Party chairman Jeffrey Merchant resigning due to health reasons

Utah Democratic Party Chairman Jeffrey Merchant will step down later this month due to personal health reasons, the party announced Thursday.

'It's not a new problem': Looking back at the 'untold' history of Utah air quality

Utah's concerns over air quality aren't new. They almost go as far back as the beginning of the pioneer settlement in the 1800s, and there's evidence that even predates that.

Utah Adventures with Maverik: 5 of the best places in Utah to take a kid fishing

In a world that's gotten crazy and mixed up, there are few activities that transcend political, ideological and generational boundaries. Taking children fishing is one that does.

US House backs bill to provide $1 billion for Israel's Iron Dome anti-missile system

The House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly on Thursday for legislation to provide $1 billion to Israel to replenish its "Iron Dome" missile-defense system, just two days after the funding was removed from a broader spending bill.

Moab to review Petito investigation; warrant issued for fiance's arrest, reward offered

Moab is unaware of any policy breach during an officer's investigation into a "domestic problem" between Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie, but will investigate how police handled the case.

Tennessee grocery store attack: 'He kept on shooting'

A gunman attacked a grocery store in an upscale Tennessee suburb on Thursday afternoon, killing one person and wounding 12 others before he was found dead of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound at the store, authorities said.

Woman injured after plane crashes, flips over in Hooper, officials say

A woman was taken to a hospital with minor injuries Thursday after the small plane she was in crashed and flipped over in Weber County.

Utah National Guard soldier dies during training exercise in Kentucky

A Utah National Guardsman died Tuesday during a training exercise at Fort Campbell in Kentucky.

Have You Seen This? Video of adults heading back to work hits a little too close to home

I feel more like this more than I'd like to admit.

Driver who died in Box Elder County crash identified

One person died Thursday in a crash near Beaver Dam in Box Elder County has been identified.

Labor shortages hit electronics makers as chip drought persists, causing delays

Nearly four in five electronics manufacturers say that it has become harder to find qualified workers, compounding problems from an ongoing chip shortage and causing delays in shipping products, a trade group representing them said on Thursday.

2 arrested after woman allegedly steals, crashes Utah deputy's patrol car

A woman was arrested Wednesday and accused of driving off and crashing a sheriff's patrol car after a deputy pulled her over for traffic violations in southern Utah.

Moose struck, killed near Weber State University

Utah wildlife biologists say the annual rut likely factored in a young bull moose being struck and killed near Weber State University Wednesday night.

19 deaths, nearly 1,600 new COVID-19 cases reported Thursday in Utah

Utah health officials confirmed 1,598 new COVID-19 cases, as well as 19 deaths on Thursday.

Apple CEO Tim Cook, Sen. Mike Lee to offer keynote at Silicon Slopes Summit

Silicon Slopes' annual summit, slated for next month, will feature one of the most prominent CEOs in the world and a Utah senator sharing the stage together.

CDC leader adds people with risky jobs to COVID booster list

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention endorsed booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans, opening a major new phase in the U.S vaccination drive against COVID-19.

One to charge them all: EU demands single plug for phones

The European Union announced plans Thursday to require the smartphone industry to adopt a uniform charging cord for mobile devices.

Volunteer arborist group plants new trees at Utah Veterans Cemetery

There are 364 days a year not called Veterans Day. But even on a random Wednesday, Jackson Chandler is thinking about those who served.

As Utes enter conference play, Pac-12 championship remains top focus

Never has an 0-0 record been more appealing to a team. But for a Utah team ready to shake off a disappointing start to the season, entering conference play with a clean conference slate has never felt better.

Should America's churches enforce vaccine mandates?

For some houses of worship, mask mandates aren't enough. Across the country, churches and synagogues are requiring clergy, staff and, in some cases, congregants to provide proof of vaccination.

Ute Tribe calls dismissal of water rights claims a 'miscarriage of justice'

Leaders of the Ute Indian Tribe of the Uintah and Ouray Reservation say they plan to seek further judicial review after a federal judge dismissed most of the claims within a water rights lawsuit.

BYU to let undergrad students stay in nonstudent housing after 2 semesters

Single undergraduate students will no longer be required to live in on-campus or off-campus contracted housing after their first two semesters.

US special envoy resigns over Haiti expulsions from Texas camp

The U.S. special envoy to Haiti dramatically resigned on Thursday in a letter that excoriated the Biden administration for deporting hundreds of migrants to the crisis-engulfed Caribbean nation from a camp on the U.S.-Mexican border in recent days.

Why Provo-based SmartyStreets and its #GirlDad CEO entered into $2M agreement with every BYU female athlete

Every BYU female athlete has been offered a deal that would pay up to $6,000 individually for promoting Provo-based SmartyStreets on social media and participating in various company events and promotions.

Utah company tackles problems of remote work by creating virtual workspace

A new Utah-based tech company has launched a new platform that allows remote and hybrid companies to build a virtual office space for their employees.

Lake Powell may not be able to generate hydropower in 2023 due to drought, study says

The falling water levels at Lake Powell could make the dam's hydroelectric power generation impossible as soon as next year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.

Lawmakers, air industry call for new action on unruly passengers

U.S. lawmakers, aviation unions and others on Thursday pushed for new actions to try to deter the rising reports of unruly passenger incidents.

How hyperautomation can streamline your business, cut costs

Hyperautomation makes life easier for everyone. And if your business hasn't jumped on the hyperautomation train yet, you will once you learn what a difference it makes.

More details emerge about Gabby Petito's last days as communities where she made her mark mourn

As authorities investigate Gabby Petito's death, a small crowd gathered Wednesday night in Salt Lake City to mourn the 22-year-old whose road trip with her fiancé ended in tragedy.

Jury awards Reno Mahe family $25M in lawsuit over 3-year-old's death

The family of a former BYU football player and coach has been awarded $25 million in damages following a lawsuit against a window blinds manufacturer.

US jobless claims tick up from near a pandemic low

The number of Americans applying for unemployment aid rose last week for a second straight week to 351,000, a sign that the delta variant of the coronavirus may be disrupting the job market's recovery, at least temporarily.

A Utah leader is pushing monoclonal antibody treatment for COVID-19. But doctor warns people shouldn't count on it to save them

Utah public health officials are scrambling to make a COVID-19 treatment more widely available by opening new infusion sites starting with a mobile field hospital in Murray.