Emerging scam targets unsuspecting smartphone users with wrong-number text

It began with a simple text that appeared to be sent to the wrong person.

Yellen extends US default deadline to Dec. 15 after highway payment

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Tuesday extended a deadline for a potential U.S. government default to Dec. 15 from Dec. 3, giving Congress more time to raise the federal debt ceiling as lawmakers also consider a massive social spending and climate bill.

What Sen. Mitt Romney says left the United States 'showered with shame'

Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, again criticized the American troop removal in a Senate committee hearing Wednesday.

Salt Lake police arrest man allegedly pointing fake gun at motorists

Salt Lake police used less-lethal force Wednesday to arrest a man accused of pointing a realistic looking gun at motorists and pedestrians.

Brandon Dewitt, co-founder of Utah fintech unicorn MX, dies at 38

Brandon Dewitt, co-founder of Utah-based fintech company MX, died Tuesday after a long battle with cancer, the company said.

Overall crime making incremental improvements in Salt Lake City, but violent crime still up

Salt Lake City's police chief and mayor say overall crime in the city continues to shift in the right direction, but there is still a lot of work that needs to be done.

Utah advocates, community members call on lawmakers to end 'period poverty'

The Utah Policy Project has created legislation to implement and appropriate funds to increase access to free, safe and quality menstrual products in Utah's public and charter schools.

Utah man who killed Tinder date has a mental illness, judge confirms

A judge on Wednesday determined that a man who pleaded guilty with mental illness to murder in the death of his Tinder date does have a mental illness, allowing the case to move toward sentencing.

Defying inflation, Americans ramped up spending last month

Many Americans have taken a darker view of the economy as inflation has worsened. Yet so far, they appear no less willing to spend freely at retailers — an encouraging sign for the crucial holiday shopping season.

Judge sentences US Capitol rioter 'QAnon Shaman' to over 3 years in prison

A federal judge on Wednesday sentenced the U.S. Capitol rioter known as the "QAnon Shaman" for his horned headdress to 41 months in prison for his role in the deadly Jan. 6 attack by followers of then-President Donald Trump.

Salt Lake man charged with shooting at pizza store after order wasn't ready

Criminal charges were filed Wednesday in a case that police say started as an argument between customers and employees of a Draper pizza restaurant because an online order wasn't ready and ended in gunfire.

Have You Seen This? Soccer and pingpong had a baby, and it's amazing

Ever been playing pingpong and felt an overwhelming urge to kick the ball? Say hello to teqball.

Transgender athlete issue returns as bill seeks to codify existing high school sports rules

The debate about whether transgender girls should be able to play on girls' sports teams returned to the Utah Legislature on Wednesday as a new bill was introduced that's said to be more palatable to LGBTQ advocates.

This Utah company, first of its kind in the world, is on a mission to help you be medically prepared

Schedule a free consultation with a doctor to purchase your preparedness pack of antibiotics.

US overdose deaths topped 100,000 in one year, officials say

An estimated 100,000 Americans died of drug overdoses in one year, a never-before-seen milestone that health officials say is tied to the COVID-19 pandemic and a more dangerous drug supply.

Utah's newest license plate design allows you to 'Take Note'

The Utah Jazz rebrand is now coming to a vehicle near you.

Utah entrepreneur who appeared on 'Shark Tank' now accused of defrauding 2nd victim

An Orem man who gained notoriety after his appearance on the TV show "Shark Tank" and is already accused of scamming a woman out of nearly $200,000 was charged Wednesday with defrauding another woman.

A hacker locked you out of your Facebook. How can you get your account back?

Many Facebook users tell the KSL Investigators they are frustrated by the social media giant's lack of customer support and service.

2 men set to be cleared in the 1965 killing of Malcolm X

Two of the three men convicted in the assassination of Malcolm X are set to be cleared Thursday after insisting on their innocence since the 1965 killing of one of the United States' most formidable fighters for civil rights, their lawyers and Manhattan's top prosecutor said Wednesday.

US House censures Republican Gosar for posting violent video

The U.S. House of Representatives censured one of its members for the first time in over a decade on Wednesday, rebuking a Republican over an anime video that depicted him killing progressive Democrat Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez and swinging two swords at President Joe Biden.

SLC leaders 'frustrated' as city tapped to house temporary winter homeless shelter again

The Salt Lake City Council somewhat reluctantly approved the location of this winter's emergency homeless shelter. The city's mayor says she's "frustrated" with the selection process.

International Olympic Committee announces new framework on transgender athletes

The IOC says that no athlete should be excluded from competition on the assumption of an advantage due to their gender.

Ballet West's 'The Nutcracker' to make jubilant return to stage

Ballet West's traditional and magical performances of "The Nutcracker" will return to live performances this holiday season, with tickets fast approaching record numbers.

Utah reports 2,219 new COVID-19 cases, 13 deaths Wednesday

Utah health officials reported 2,219 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, as well as 13 deaths.

Book banning? Email prompts Utah district to pull titles from high school libraries

Officials in the Canyons School District recently ordered nine books to be removed from the shelves of four Salt Lake County high schools. But is the district following its own policies?

Opinion: 'Let's go Brandon' chants don't belong at BYU games

The principles of true Christianity demand better politics.

Construction worker killed in accident at Salt Lake City International Airport

A construction worker died Wednesday during an industrial accident at Salt Lake City International Airport, police said.

Worth a dam? Infrastructure bill unleashes funding to address risky dams

States will soon be flooded with federal money to address a pent-up need to repair, improve or remove thousands of aging dams across the U.S., including some that could inundate towns or neighborhoods if they fail.

Apple will let iPhone users repair their own devices

Apple plans to give customers the ability to repair their own devices amid growing pressure from regulators and consumers around the world for manufacturers to ease restrictions on fixing products.

Utah veterans develop VR program to help soldiers cope with PTSD

A group of Utah veterans is using virtual reality to fight PTSD. They believe the technology can play a key role in helping their fellow soldiers.

Why BYU's 3-0 start has Cougars dreaming big following Oregon rout

When the BYU men's basketball team returned home shortly after 1 a.m. MT following an 81-49 dismantling of No. 12 Oregon at the Moda Center in Portland, they were waiting: several dozen BYU fans lining the street outside the tiny regional airport, welcoming the Cougars home like a band of returning mercenaries.

What is the FAUCI Act? Why it's a jab at nation's top infectious disease doctor

A Utah congressman is taking aim at the nation's top infectious disease doctor with a bill unflatteringly titled the FAUCI Act.

New distribution plan announced for Cottonwood canyons sticker program

The free service allows drivers to quickly pass through inspections when the state's traction law is in effect for the Cottonwood canyons. For the first time, the general public can take part in the program.

Sen. Mike Lee to Homeland Security secretary on border crisis: 'Fix it or step down'

Utah Sen. Mike Lee called for Homeland Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to fix the situation at the U.S. border with Mexico or resign during a line of blistering questioning in a Senate committee hearing Tuesday.

Doctors in Utah and elsewhere learning that healthy skin is critical to mental health

Here in Utah, and across the country, dermatologists are realizing the mental and emotional discomfort their patients can feel while dealing with skin conditions like acne and eczema must be taken more seriously.

DWR acquires 8,000-acre property in northern Utah. Here's what it plans to do with it

The Cinnamon Creek area is viewed as an "important" area for wildlife and wildlife-related recreation. Wildlife officials were concerned it would fall out of public hands.

Desperate homebuyers have been using 'love letters' to stand out. Here's why that could be risky

Leo Masic had an embarrassed smile on his face when he found the cover letter he had sent in with his offer to buy what is now his very own condo in central Salt Lake City.

Utah's methane problem needs to be capped, researchers say

A new study of gas emissions in eastern Utah yielded a surprising result that could change the discussion of methane reduction at a time it's being addressed globally.

Ugly but delicious: Booming online grocer Misfits Market opens massive facility in Utah

Does a misshapen apple picked up from the ground next to its mother-tree taste any less delicious than the plucked-from-the-branch, perfectly symmetrical and waxed-up fruit that's currently awaiting your arrival at a neighborhood grocer?