BYU survives Horizon League favorites to open season with 69-59 win

Alex Barcello scored 24 points — 14 of them from the free-throw line —to go along with four assists, and Spencer Johnson added 13 points on 4-of-6 shooting off the bench to help BYU survive upstart Cleveland State, 69-59 in the season opener for both teams at the Marriott Center.

Public allowed to lay flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier for first time in nearly 100 years

For the first time in nearly a century, members of the public will be able to walk on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier plaza and lay flowers before the sacred memorial site.

Pfizer, BioNTech again seek FDA's OK for COVID-19 vaccine boosters in all adults

Pfizer and BioNTech once again requested the Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday to authorize booster doses of their COVID-19 vaccine in all adults.

Snyder challenges shooting narrative as Jazz beat Hawks

As coach Quin Snyder walked off the podium following the Jazz's 110-98 win over Atlanta, he off-handedly said, "We made a shot!" In another game, that would have been the big story.

Did Trump mess with the northern spotted owl? Feds say yes

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said Tuesday it is proposing reversing a Trump-era decision to eliminate critical habitat protections for the northern spotted owl in the Pacific Northwest.

Gov. Cox talks COVID-19, labor shortages, redistricting and more during town hall

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox says he won't veto the Utah Legislature's congressional district map, despite criticism the map would divide communities.

Runnin' Utes get first win of Craig Smith era in 70-56 win over Abilene Christian

Utah started out the Craig Smith era with a fight on the court.

Shuttle company expands service to eastern, central and southeast Utah

A shuttle bus company with operations across the Intermountain West is expanding operations in Utah.

BYU up to No. 14 in College Football Playoff rankings; Utes in at 24th

The Cougars didn't drop after a 59-14 blowout victory over Idaho State, and took advantage of some shakeups in the Top 25 before their much-needed bye week.

Mental health, suicide prevention resources for businesses aim to help Utah employees 'Live On'

The Salt Lake Chamber along with multiple private and public workplaces launched a program on Tuesday, known as Live On Utah, which is designed to help employers provide mental health resources to their employees.

5 reasons now is the perfect time to get LASIK surgery

If you've ever considered ditching the glasses, contact lenses, prescriptions and check-ups for a safe and effective vision correction procedure like LASIK, there's never been a better time. Here's why.

Future name of Dixie State University now in hands of Utah lawmakers

After a more than two-hour public hearing Tuesday, state lawmakers will consider legislation to rename Dixie State University as Utah Tech University.

Have You Seen This? Fisherman spots huge shark right off the beach

I think sharks are amazing creatures — as long as I am nowhere near the water and seeing them from a screen.

Ho, ho, heck: Early holiday shoppers ran into 2 billion out-of-stock messages in Oct.

Will empty shelves, both real and virtual, make gift card purchases the first verse in a disappointing theme song for the upcoming 2021 holidays?

Astroworld deaths spur calls for independent review

The deaths of eight people in a crush of fans at a music festival have led to calls for an independent, outside investigation instead of one by the Houston police, who along with the fire department played a key role in crowd control and other safety measures at the show.

Woman killed in auto-pedestrian crash identified

A woman hit and killed by a car in Salt Lake City on Monday has been identified.

Despite reopening, the US is still closed to many in world

It remains difficult — if not impossible — for much of the globe to enter the country due to COVID-19 and experts say it will take years for travel to fully recover.

Perspective: The disappearance of the middle class

More than half of Americans have less than $1,000 in the bank. Here's why that matters.

Utah libraries offer gun locks, naloxone kits with no questions asked

In recent years, libraries have been a resource for things that not only enrich lives but save them. In most Salt Lake and Utah county libraries, gun locks and naloxone kits are available to those who need them with no questions asked.

Charges: Popular Spanish-language radio host shot multiple times at close range

The ex-boyfriend of a Taylorsville woman — a popular radio host for a Spanish-language station locally — was formally charged with murder on Tuesday in connection with her death.

Utah vaccinated 3% of eligible 5- to 11-year-olds Monday

Nearly 12,000 kids ages 5 to 11 were vaccinated Monday in Utah, officials say. They also reported 1,558 new COVID-19 cases and 13 new deaths on Tuesday.

Gas line break results in explosion, large fire at Springville apartment complex

Investigators believe a broken gas line tied to construction led to an explosion and a large fire at an apartment complex in Utah County Tuesday afternoon.

Death of man found in Salt Lake called 'suspicious' by police

Salt Lake City police say the death of a man found Monday nights is "suspicious."

Thousands of UK's phone boxes to be protected from closure

Thousands of Britain's iconic red phone boxes will be protected from removal under new rules, the telecoms regulator said Tuesday.

Utah House approves congressional map in special session

The Utah House made a big step Tuesday toward finalizing the state's contentious redistricting process when it voted to approve the high-profile congressional map.

I-15 southbound reopens after semitruck crash in Roy

All southbound I-15 lanes have reopened in Weber County after a crash involving multiple semitrucks resulted in a two-hour closure and heavy traffic delays.

Lehi boy thinks big with blanket service project for hospital

It was supposed to be a simple student council service project. But when 12-year-old Caleb Konopka learned the eight blankets he'd crafted for a donation to Primary Children's Hospital wasn't nearly what was needed, he grew even more determined to meet the demand.

Corrections officer charged with trying to solicit young girl for sex

A captain with the Utah Department of Corrections has been charged with trying to solicit sex from a young girl after being arrested in an undercover sting operation.

'She deserved so much more': Family says 10-year-old died by suicide after being bullied

A North Salt Lake woman says her daughter, who was Black and had autism, was bullied at school before she took her own life. The school district says it is still investigating.

Craig Smith era begins with 'important' season opener against Abilene Christian

On the surface, Abilene Christian sounds like a typical pay game to start the college basketball season.

Beaver County woman charged with murder in husband's death

A woman in Beaver County has been charged with aggravated murder in the shooting death of a man she identifies on Facebook as her husband. Another Minersville man who apparently lived in the same house also faces an aggravated murder charge related to the death.

Patrick Kinahan: Utah, Oregon best of a weak Pac-12 football season

Without question, aside from one notable outcome, Pac-12 football has been a collective disappointment this season.

GE, an industrial conglomerate pioneer, to break up

General Electric said on Tuesday it would split into three public companies as the storied U.S. industrial conglomerate seeks to simplify its business, pare down debt and breathe life into a battered share price.

Health departments report high turnout for child COVID-19 vaccinations

Health departments and clinics across Utah are reporting strong turnout as 5- to 11-year-olds are now eligible to get the COVID-19 shot.

Sweet tooth and all, Te'Jon Lucas hungry to lead BYU basketball to NCAA Tournament

The Milwaukee native learned quickly that Utah is "the home of sweets and cakes and candies," but Lucas' penchant for sweets is nothing compared to his appetite for winning.

Parleys Canyon reseeding effort begins following August fire

A fire in Parleys Canyon in August burned more than 600 acres and forced many homeowners to evacuate. Now, crews from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources have begun reseeding efforts to address the damage done by the fire.

7 simple retirement tax secrets that can potentially save you thousands

There are dozens of strategies for making sure you don't pay unnecessary taxes on your retirement income. As an example, here are seven simple retirement tax secrets that could help you keep more of your money.

UHP: Slow down, move over when you see flashing lights

Troopers with the Utah Highway Patrol said they've seen a rise in crashes involving crash responders at the side of the road, and they need motorists to pay attention.

Houston concert joins other deadly concerts including one in Utah

The deadly concert in Houston over the weekend joined a list of other concerts over the years that ended in tragedy, including a similar incident in 1991 that killed three people in Salt Lake City.

School delayed at Logan High School after bomb threat intended to be 'humorous,' police say

Police with bomb-sniffing dogs searched Logan High School early Tuesday after police learned of a bomb threat against the school. Classes will start two hours late.

Should people who've had COVID-19 get credit for 'natural immunity' if they don't want vaccine?

A bill intended to ensure Utahns who've previously had COVID-19 can claim natural immunity is on the agenda for the special session of the Utah Legislature that starts Tuesday.