Police identify man who they shot, killed after Clinton stabbings

Police have identified a man who they shot and killed after they say he stabbed two people in Clinton on Thursday night.

Perseverance rover makes 'completely unexpected' volcanic discovery on Mars

Lava once flowed at the site of an ancient lake on Mars.

Is President Joe Biden's 'Build Back Better' plan dead?

With talks between President Joe Biden and a key Democratic senator apparently at an impasse, the president's ambitious social spending plan appears headed for the graveyard — at least this year.

'Getting out of hand': Jazz star Donovan Mitchell calls out Utah drivers who do this

Winter driving is back, and Donovan Mitchell is sharing a frustration that many other drivers can relate to. But is he right?

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox says election conspiracy theorists are 'playing a very dangerous game'

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on Thursday said he welcomes the legislative audit Utah lawmakers recently ordered of the state's election system because state officials have "no fear" of the review.

'Roof breaking' ceremony marks beginning of restoration project for Provo church

The Provo Community Congregational United Church of Christ kicked off the first phase of its restoration project on Thursday in a "roof breaking" ceremony. Members of the community are raising funds to help refurbish the church in downtown Provo.

Utah Gov. Cox appoints new state Medicaid director

Jack Szczepanowski, a vice president for health insurance company Humana, was appointed on Thursday as the new director of Medicaid in Utah.

Utah's drought is no longer 'exceptional' but will be key focus at upcoming legislative session

Storms last week improved Utah's drought situation but it still exists and Gov. Spencer Cox said the drought will be an important talking point in the upcoming legislative session.

Review: 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' finally gives Spidey the threequel he deserves

I had a blast watching "Spider-Man: No Way Home," and I think the web-slinger finally got the threequel he deserves.

US regulators lift in-person restrictions on abortion pill

The Food and Drug Administration is loosening some restrictions on where women can obtain abortion pills, including a long-standing requirement that the medication be picked up in person.

Father pleads for safe return of 19-year-old missing Snow College student

In a press conference, missing student Madelyn Allen's father gave an emotional plea to for help in finding his daughter. The 19-year-old left her dorm on Monday and hasn't returned.

Provo's new medical school reaches construction milestone

The Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine, being built in south Provo, reached a construction milestone on Wednesday as the final steel beam was placed on the structure.

Lead defendant in large gang, drug trafficking case sentenced 14 years in prison

A leader of the Norteños street gang has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison and an additional five years of supervised release after he pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges.

Have You Seen This? Cat bros up and assists with the trick shot

This cat is so money he doesn't even know it.

Idaho sheriff charged after allegedly threatening church youth group with gun

A sheriff in Idaho faces two felony charges and a misdemeanor in connection with an alleged assault on a church youth group.

How to surprise someone with a car for Christmas

Gifting a car for Christmas is an awesome surprise, but there are certain steps you need to take to make sure it's done properly.

CDC panel recommends Pfizer, Moderna vaccines over J&J shot

Most Americans should be given the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines instead of the Johnson & Johnson shot that can cause rare but serious blood clots, U.S. health advisers recommended Thursday.

An All-American and his tailback: 2 BYU players hoping to finish 2021 right, then run it back

All-American offensive lineman Clark Barrington and running back Lopini Katoa confirmed that the duo will be return to BYU next year, giving the Cougars a solid core around expected quarterback Jaren Hall.

Violent, viral social media threats continue to impact Utah schools

In the wake of violent threats against schools across the country, Utah school districts are on high alert. A student was taken into custody Thursday after a threat was made at a junior high school in the Salt Lake area.

'It will haunt you for the rest of your life,' doctor warns of fatal DUI crashes

The Utah Highway Patrol on Thursday announced its annual holiday campaign encouraging motorists not to drink and drive. The theme of this year's campaign is: Every sip has a consequence.

Judge considers whether shooting that paralyzed woman was justified per new Utah law

Under a new Utah self-defense law, a judge is considering whether to dismiss a criminal case against a Taylorsville man accused of firing shots at a car, injuring two women inside, paralyzing one of them, in July 2020.

Ransomware attack impacts U of U payroll software

A ransomware attack impacted several platforms used by the University of Utah. A company called UKG is working with cybersecurity experts to uncover what happened during the attack.

Snow continues to fall in northern Utah as statewide snowpack slowly improves

Snow is back in northern Utah Thursday, with the possibility of another foot of snow dumping in the Wasatch Mountains by Friday morning. But that's good news for Utah's snowpack.

High school football: Mr. Football, MVPs and All-State teams revealed

Corner Canyon High School wide receiver Cody Hagen, a BYU commit, has been named the Deseret News Mr. Football winner for the 2021 season, becoming the 25th recipient in the history of the award.

Police arrest White City man in I-15 road rage shooting

A Salt Lake County man accused of shooting at another vehicle while driving on I-15 was arrested for investigation of attempted murder on Wednesday.

Utes 2022 schedule highlighted by season opener at Florida, home contest against USC

If you liked Utah's 2021 football schedule, in which the Utes earned their first Pac-12 championsip, it's much of the same for 2022 — with some subtle changes.

USU police chief resigns after 'reprehensible' sexual assault comments to football players

Utah State University Police Chief Earl Morris resigned Thursday over an issue with comments made to the Aggies football team about sexual assault.

All from US missionary group freed in Haiti, police say

The remaining members of a missionary group who were kidnapped two months ago have been freed, Haiti police and the group said Thursday.

Where Utahns stand on President Biden's COVID-19 vaccine-or-test mandate, legal challenges

A solid majority of Utahns say they oppose President Joe Biden's vaccine-or-test mandate and, likewise, support legal action to block it from going into effect.

Despite omicron concern, leaders don't want to reinstate COVID health measures, Cox says

Despite unknowns about what kind of COVID-19 case rates holidays could bring, Gov. Cox said he likely won't reinstate any additional health orders until he has more information.

Woman in critical condition after being hit by vehicle in Taylorsville

A woman is in critical condition Thursday after being hit by a vehicle in Taylorsville, police said.

Church president calls for acts of service 'to the lonely, the worn down and the weary'

Calling Jesus Christ the true reason for the Christmas season, the president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints invited people around the world Thursday to offer acts of pure love "to the lonely, the worn down and the weary."

Couple accused of attacking Utah officer charged with multiple felonies

A couple accused of attacking a state Motor Vehicle Enforcement officer was charged with several felony crimes on Wednesday.

Wet snow from recent storm benefits Utah reservoirs

Wednesday's overnight snowstorm delivered exactly what Utah desperately needed across most of the state.

6 reasons your holiday support for local small businesses should continue all year

When it comes to making a big impact on your neighborhood and community, it pays to think—and shop—small.

Former Olympian who received millions in PPP loans indicted for financial crimes in Utah

Former Olympian Allison Baver was indicted on multiple charges stemming from a $10 million PPP loan amount she was given in 2020.

Why the Fed feels now is time to tighten credit more quickly

For months, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell responded to surging inflation by counseling patience and stressing that the Fed wanted to see unemployment return to near-pre-pandemic levels before it would raise interest rates.

Man ordered to stand trial for 2018 restaurant shooting

A 3rd District Court judge has ruled that a man accused of shooting and killing another man at a Rancheritos restaurant in 2018 should stand trial for the murder.

Republicans say 'Build Back Better' threatens faith-based child care

Senate Republicans say the Democrats' multitrillion-dollar social spending plan would hurt working parents' ability to find and pay for child care, especially in faith-based settings.