Gondola? Buses? How do Utahns want to solve ski traffic in this crowded canyon?

A gondola has certainly caught attention as a possible new way to lift skiers up to some of Utah's most popular ski resorts — but most locals favor another solution.

Jordan Valley School students surprised with life-like and life-size dinosaurs

Students at Jordan Valley School got quite the surprise Thursday when animatronic life-like and life-size dinosaurs from the national touring Dino and Dragon Stroll event paid a special visit to the school.

Utah ski resorts welcome snow; ready for crowds

Skiers, snowboarders and Utah's ski resorts were rejoicing Thursday to finally have a powerful winter storm arrive.

Killer granted parole after victim's family wasn't notified about hearing

A man who stabbed a teenager to death in 2014 walked out of the Utah State Prison this week, angering the victim's family, who say they were not notified of his parole hearing.

Review: 'West Side Story' had me asking one question over and over: Why?

I did not care for "West Side Story." In fact, I had a lot of problems with it. Here is why the film did not work for me, and one reason why I think YOU might actually love it.

Map: Your 2021 guide to seeing holiday lights across Utah this year

The holiday season is in full swing, and that means bright, colorful lights are once again adorning homes and streets across Utah. Here's where you can see holiday light displays this year.

'It's hilarious': Gobert responds to critiques with dominant showing against 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers had a rough welcome home present. The Sixers spent the better part of a month on the road, playing eight of their last 10 contests away from Philadelphia.

What the IOC president had to say about Utah's Olympic bid

Utah's bid to bring another Winter Games to the state won praise from the head of the International Olympic Committee for having the support of Salt Lake City and state leaders.

3 great gift ideas for dad this Christmas

Out of everyone on your Christmas list, your dad is probably the hardest to shop for. That's probably why you find yourself defaulting to socks, ties and other cliche dad gifts each holiday season. Here are three unique, dad-approved gifts that he'll actually enjoy.

Drivers playing video games? US is looking into Tesla case

Drivers say they can play video games on their Tesla's touch-screen dashboard — while the vehicle is moving.

Strangers' love of VWs prompts pro bono rebuild of Utahn's 1960 Beetle named Bettie

Baby-blue Bettie is the dream car Ann Argyle could not pass up. And when it didn't run well, and ultimately caught fire, she couldn't give it up. Thanks to some new-found friends with a similar love of VWs, Anne's Bettie is once again beautiful and running strong.

Utah children 'drowning in unmet needs,' according to new budget report

Voices for Utah Children on Thursday released a report saying the state's annual tax cuts have eaten into investments into the future of Utah children.

Sundance Film Fest unveils lineup for hybrid 2022 edition

The Sundance Film Festival is returning to the Utah mountains in January armed with documentaries about Bill Cosby, Princess Diana, Kanye West and Lucille Ball and the directorial debuts of Eva Longoria, Tig Notaro and Jesse Eisenberg.

Court rejects Trump's efforts to keep records from Jan. 6 panel

A federal appeals court ruled Thursday against an effort by former President Donald Trump to shield documents from the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol.

Jussie Smollett's attorney says will appeal guilty verdict

Former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett was convicted Thursday on charges he staged an anti-gay, racist attack on himself nearly three years ago and then lied to Chicago police about it.

Have You Seen This? Shoveling snow is the worst, and this kid knows it

I feel for this kid so much it hurts.

10-year-old boy hit by car, killed in Roosevelt

A 10-year-old boy died Tuesday after being hit by a car in Roosevelt, police said.

High schoolers among those working to provide safe haven for Utah students

Student body officers at Layton High School are setting out to help students that may not have access to a shower, a place to do laundry, get ready for the day, or have a quiet place to study.

US Senate passes, sends Biden bill paving way for debt limit hike

The U.S. Senate on Thursday passed and sent to President Joe Biden the first of two bills needed to raise the federal government's $28.9 trillion debt limit and avert an unprecedented default.

Amazon launches first same-day fulfillment center in Salt Lake City

Amazon on Thursday cut the ribbon to not only its newest fulfillment center, but the first of its kind in Salt Lake City. The sub same-day fulfillment center will allow Amazon customers the option to order certain items for rapid delivery — from click to their doorstep in as fast as five hours.

Hospital official: Utah's current surge of COVID-19 no worse than last year, but lasting longer

The surge on Utah hospitals due to COVID-19 is no worse than last winter, according to a health care official, but it is lasting longer. Utah also reported 1,397 new cases of the disease.

Inmate used video visit to talk teen into not wearing much clothing, charges say

An inmate at the Weber County Jail is in more trouble for allegedly using his video visiting time to talk to a 16-year-old girl, whom he encouraged to wear minimal clothing, according to prosecutors.

'I'm proud of this team': No. 11 BYU falls to No. 6 Purdue in 5-set thriller

BYU women's volleyball came up a hair short in a photo finish, despite a gang-busting 16 kills, 12 digs, five blocks, two aces and two assists from senior graduate transfer Kenzie Koerber.

UHP recovers 30+ pounds of meth during 2 stops half a day apart in Iron County

Utah Highway Patrol troopers made three arrests during two traffic stops on I-15 in Iron County within 12 hours of one another last weekend – traffic stops that yielded more than 31 pounds of methamphetamine.

Trio on alleged cross-country crime spree wanted for shooting in Utah salon

Two people wanted by police in multiple states have been charged with shooting a West Valley hair salon owner.

Utah County to separate clerk and auditor offices for first time in 32 years

The Utah County Board of Commissioners passed an ordinance in a 2-1 vote to separate the offices of Utah County Clerk and Utah County Auditor for the first time in 32 years on Wednesday.

'He don't put no fear in my heart': T-Wolves throw shade at Rudy Gobert after 32-point Jazz win

Minnesota players were a bit toward Rudy Gobert after Jazz smashed the Timberwolves.

Former US senator, presidential candidate Bob Dole lies in state in Capitol

A casket bearing the remains of former U.S. Senator Bob Dole, a three-time Republican presidential candidate and decorated World War Two veteran, was placed in the Capitol's Rotunda on Thursday as dignitaries gathered there for a memorial service.

US expands Pfizer COVID boosters, opens extra dose to age 16

U.S. health authorities said Thursday that 16- and 17-year-olds should get a booster dose of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine once they're six months past their last shot.

Did galvanizing playoff run lead Real Salt Lake to next manager in Pablo Mastroeni?

Real Salt Lake captured attention around Major League Soccer with its run to the Western Conference final against Portland. Was it enough to land the full-time manager job for Pablo Mastroeni?

Why Mitt Romney wants more 'free nations' to join US in diplomatic boycott of Beijing Olympics

Utah Sen. Mitt Romney called for more "free nations" to join the U.S. in a diplomatic boycott of the 2022 Winter Games to protest China's human rights record.

Man hit by pickup killed in Kearns

Unified police investigated a fatal auto-pedestrian crash in Kearns Wednesday night.

It's big. It's nasty. And its tendrils suck the life out of trees

University of Utah scientists have studied a 3 1/2-square mile specimen in eastern Oregon that weighs 35,000 tons and is possibly the largest living organism on earth.

Depression and anxiety worsened during the pandemic, increasing heart disease risk, new Intermountain study finds

A new study by researchers at Intermountain Healthcare in Salt Lake City finds that depression remained common during the pandemic and worsened for some patients, leading to increased visits to the emergency department for treatment of anxiety and chest pain.

School district faces 2 $100M lawsuits after Oxford shootings

The parents of a 17-year-old girl who was shot in the neck at Oxford High School during a mass shooting that left four students dead filed a pair of lawsuits seeking $100 million each against a Michigan school district, saying Thursday that the violence could have been prevented.

US jobless claims drop to 52-year low amid seasonal volatility

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits plunged last week to the lowest level in 52 years, more evidence that the U.S. job market is recovering from last year's coronavirus recession.

UHP reports 189 crashes so far during Thursday's winter storm

Utah Highway Patrol troopers responded to around 189 crashes on Thursday as the first major winter snowstorm of the season rolled into the state.

Is President Joe Biden's job approval up or down in Utah? New poll reveals answers

President Joe Biden's job performance rating continues to languish among Utah voters.

BYU's Kalani Sitake has reportedly met with Oregon about coaching vacancy

The sixth-year head coach and former BYU fullback has spoken with Oregon about the Ducks' head coaching vacancy, the Oregonian's John Canzano reported late Wednesday night.