Utah Supreme Court sides with cities' rights to provide electricity to new land as they grow

The Utah Supreme Court has ruled in favor of three Utah County cities in a dispute over rights to provide electrical services to residents in annexed portions of Payson, Spanish Fork and Salem.

1 dead, 1 arrested following shooting in Sandy

A man arrested for allegedly shooting his wife Friday night stated he did it in a "fit of rage," police said.

1 dead in Arkansas tornado; roof collapse at Illinois Amazon

An apparent tornado ripped through an Arkansas nursing home Friday night, killing one person and injuring several others, and emergency crews in southern Illinois were responding to reports of workers trapped inside an Amazon warehouse after its roof collapsed from storm damage.

Shortage of snowplow drivers hampers states as storms arrive

More U.S. drivers could find themselves stuck on snowy highways or have their travel delayed this winter due to a shortage of snowplow drivers.

Topaz survivors, descendants honor man killed at camp after discovery of old monument

Japanese Americans gathered last week to remember a man who was killed at Utah's Topaz War Relocation Center during World War II.

Utah's Arches to require timed tickets as visitation swells

A Utah national park famed for its otherworldly sandstone arches will require visitors to get timed entry tickets during its high season next year, the second Utah park to implement such a system as visitation swells.

How one Utah entrepreneur is turning diversity and inclusion into big profits

Entrepreneur Ryan Westwood believes building a company culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion is at the heart of that success, he said in a recent keynote talk.

'The internet's on fire' as techs race to fix software flaw

A critical vulnerability in a widely used software tool — one quickly exploited in the online game Minecraft — is rapidly emerging as a major threat to organizations around the world.

What Utah Gov. Spencer Cox talked about with Interior Secretary Deb Haaland

As the Biden administration continues to promote green energy over fossil fuels, critical minerals — and the Western states where they are mined — will play a key role in the transition.

Help 3 Utah families in need with donations, connections

Whether it's through donations, monetary support or connections, your contribution can make a big difference!

Report: BYU among targets of latest NCAA probe into new NIL legislation

Was BYU's groundbreaking name, image and likeness deal with Utah County-based protein bar company Built a pay-for-play scheme?

2 stars of 'It's a Wonderful Life' look back at a classic

It was just another job for child actor Karolyn Grimes. She was 6 and had already done four movies by the summer of 1946 when filming began on "It's a Wonderful Life." The only thing she recalls about the biggest movie of her career was being delighted to play in snow on the set.

Lehi company donating cereal to fight child food insecurity

To help combat child food insecurity, Granite School District teamed up with Lehi-based Lendio to donate a total of 2,600 boxes of cereal between three elementary schools.

Prosecution rests in sex-abuse trial of Ghislaine Maxwell

Prosecutors completed presenting their case against Ghislaine Maxwell on Friday, after a key accuser at the British socialite's sex-abuse trial testified that Maxwell and her companion, Jeffrey Epstein, forced themselves on her when she was just 16.

Kanye West publicist pressed Georgia election worker to confess to bogus fraud charges

An associate of a music mogul put pressure on a 62-year-old temporary election worker, the worker says. It's at the center of a Trump conspiracy theory based on previously unreported police recordings and reports and legal filings.

Have You Seen This? Bear trains for battle with inflatable deer

Yes, it's me again with another Bearpocalypse update. And I can't say I like this one bit.

Do Republicans owe Democrats an apology? A Utah candidate is saying sorry for GOP 'wrongs'

Republican candidate Nick Huey has launched a somewhat unorthodox campaign in Utah's 4th Congressional District.

Don't let GERD get you down over the holidays—this minimally invasive procedure can help

Parties, family gatherings and indulgent foods are all highlights of the holiday season. But if you live with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or other abdominal issues, these seasonal favorites can be a big pain. And you're not alone.

Bah! Humbug! Italy bishop tells children Santa doesn't exist

A Roman Catholic diocese in Sicily publicly apologized to outraged parents Friday after its bishop told a group of children that Santa Claus doesn't exist.

'Never about me,' BYU locks up Kalani Sitake through 2027 with 'unprecedented' contract

BYU agreed to a contract extension with the former BYU fullback Friday, keeping the head coach in Provo through the 2027 season.

Officer response time getting better, SLC police chief says

Salt Lake City Police Chief Mike Brown gave an update Thursday on how the city's updated crime control plan in working, including the time it takes for officers to respond to calls.

UK opens door to Assange extradition to US on spying charges

A British appellate court opened the door Friday for Julian Assange to be extradited to the United States on spying charges by overturning a lower court decision.

'He's got a gun!' alleged carjacking victim yells to get officer's attention

A man already charged with stealing a woman's purse at gunpoint was arrested Thursday for allegedly carjacking a man at random, according to police. The alleged victim was saved after spotting a Salt Lake City police officer.

School 'snow days' could be a thing of the past, thanks to COVID-19

School districts in Salt Lake and Utah counties didn't expect Friday's weather to have too big of an impact on their school day. But some officials said even if it did, the pandemic has changed their approach to what students typically think of as a "snow day."

Video: The problem with flash crowds at Angels Landing in Zion National Park

Like flash flooding, flash crowding has been added to the list of issues visitors to Zion National park need to consider when planning their visit to Utah's oldest and most popular national park.

Could a 32-hour workweek become a national labor requirement?

Nearly a quarter of the members of the U.S. House of Representatives are throwing their support behind a proposal aiming to institute a national 32-hour workweek policy.

Utah doctors concerned about flu season spike on top of COVID-19, RSV

While COVID-19 and RSV remain a concern, doctors at Primary Children's Hospital are afraid communitywide influenza spikes could bring more kids into hospitals.

The story behind Jim Harbaugh's visit with a missionary recruit in Orem

A very rare recruiting pitch was made in Orem, Utah, this week from the head coach of the blue-blood program.

Officer injured, couple arrested in parking lot fight

A state law enforcer investigating a possible stolen vehicle found himself in a fight with two people on Thursday.

Woman accused of stabbing her child at St. George motel appears for competency hearing

A woman accused of stabbing her 8-year-old son with scissors at a Motel 6 on Aug. 26 was determined to be competent to continue criminal proceedings after a hearing held Thursday morning at the St. George Courthouse.

Who would vote for Donald Trump in 2024? New Utah poll has answers

Half of Utahns would vote for or consider voting for Donald Trump if he were to run for president in 2024.

Good food, will travel: Independence Bowl expects plenty of BYU fans in Louisiana

For BYU coach Kalani Sitake and his program, the chance to play Alabama-Birmingham of Conference USA in Shreveport, Alabama has another added benefit: the food.

Weather alerts lifted in Utah after storm dumped 2 feet of snow in some parts of the state

A storm that slammed Utah Thursday and lingered into Friday dumped over 2 feet of snow in some of the state's mountains, according to the National Weather Service.

Court won't stop Texas abortion ban, but OKs clinics' suit

The Supreme Court has ruled that Texas abortion providers can sue over the state's ban on most abortions, but the justices are allowing the law to remain in effect.

Is your car covered for storm-related damage?

For many Utah drivers, weather-related damage will not likely be covered by their auto insurance policy.

Teen will stand trial for murder in slaying of woman who lectured him about using a racial slur

At a hearing on Thursday, a 3rd District judge ordered a teenager to stand trial who was accused of murdering a woman after she confronted him about using a racial slur at an apartment complex parking lot in April.

US consumer prices soared 6.8% in past year, most since 1982

Prices for U.S. consumers jumped 6.8% in November compared with a year earlier as surging costs for food, energy, housing and other items left Americans enduring their highest annual inflation rate since 1982.

Salt Lake police search for gunman in fatal shooting

Police are searching for the gunman who fatally shot a man outside a gas station in Salt Lake City Friday morning.

'My name is Mike, and I'm pro-vaccine but I'm anti-mandate'

Sen. Mike Lee has stood on the Senate floor at least 19 times in the past few weeks trying every way possible to counter Pres. Biden's vaccine mandate.