Utah House passes bill to pause personalized plates, amend new plate rules

Personalized licenses plates (for now), emissions test "cheaters" and the current way new license plates are approved may all be things of the past.

Twosday times two: 2 Utah babies born at 2:22 on 2/22/22

Today was the day of twos and two Utah babies were born not only on this 2/22/22, but at 2:22. One was born at 2:22 a.m. and the other born in the afternoon.

Interior secretary says 16 tribal water settlements will get $1.7 billion

The Biden administration will use $1.7 billion from the recently enacted federal infrastructure bill to fund 16 tribal water rights settlements, U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland announced Tuesday.

Utah vaccine passport ban advances despite concerns it could hurt future pandemic response

A bill to prohibit the use of vaccine passports by employers or governments passed the House despite fears that it takes an overly broad approach that could hamstring future public health efforts.

Which national parks are the least-visited in the United States?

The least visited of the 63 national parks, a park in Alaska, contains no roads or trails and visitors must fly or hike into the park, according to the National Park Service.

Funeral is sweet farewell to the Candy Bomber, Col. Gail Halvorsen

Tuesday marked a touching sendoff for a man who dedicated his life to serving his country, church and family.

Utahns speak out in support of public education, decry 'unnecessary' bills

Teachers, school officials, parents and students braved blustery weather and crowded the south steps of the Utah State Capitol Tuesday to speak out against bills making their way through the Legislature and advocate for more support for teachers.

With senior night looming, is BYU basketball adding another nonconference game?

Head coach Mark Pope isn't closing the door on the idea.

Man who killed Layton woman in 2020 sent to state hospital, then prison

A judge on Tuesday ordered a Layton man to be sent to the Utah State Hospital before going to prison after he pleaded guilty but mentally ill for the May 2020 murder of Ashlyn Black, 25.

Judge to rule if Michigan school shooter stays in adult jail

The manager of a juvenile detention center says she would have concerns if a 15-year-old charged with killing four fellow students in his Michigan high school were incarcerated at her facility.

Father of 4-year-old who shot at police says child has had his gun before

The father of a 4-year-old boy who shot at police officers as they tried to arrest his dad told police that Monday's incident wasn't the first time his young child had gotten hold of his gun.

Proposal to nix derogatory term targets hundreds of US sites

Federal officials have come up with a list of potential replacement names for hundreds of geographic features in three dozen states that include the word "squaw," kicking off a public comment period that will run through late April.

Moab man questioned, cleared in Grand County double killing

The Grand County Sheriff's Office questioned a man on the day the bodies of Kylen "Ky" Carrol Schulte, 24, and Crystal Michelle Turner, 38, were found. The man had camped near the two women, but the sheriff's office said Wednesday that the man is not considered a suspect.

How elections in Utah could look different this year

Lawmakers have proposed a variety of changes to improve elections in Utah, two of which have received broad support — including from the state's highest election official.

Have You Seen This? Coolest woman in 1926 changes plane wheel during flight

There is so much I love about this video that I don't even know where to start.

Whether you like to ski or hike, 5 ways southern Utah's winters are perfect for nearly anyone

Boasting Utah's world-renowned snow, national parks and monuments, southern Utah has something for everyone this winter.

Biden sent troops to Eastern Europe amid Ukraine crisis. New Utah poll shows mixed reaction

A new poll shows nearly half of Utahns favor sending U.S. troops to Eastern Europe to deter an all-out invasion.

How will sanctions affect Russia?

The European Union, Britain and the U.S. announced new sanctions on Russia on Tuesday after Moscow's recognition of two separatist regions in Ukraine as independent entities.

Supreme Court formally ends Trump's fight over Capitol attack records

The Supreme Court on Tuesday brought a formal end to former President Donald Trump's request to block the release of White House records sought by the Democratic-led congressional panel.

High court takes case involving refusal to serve gay couples

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a new case involving religion and the rights of LGBTQ people in the case of offering wedding website designs to gay couples.

The countdown begins: What we know about the 2023 All-Star game coming to SLC

In 2019, the Jazz were announced as the host for the 2023 game. Over two years later, the planning can really begin.

2 inmates charged with selling drugs in Cache County Jail

Two Utah men already in custody at the Cache County Jail in Logan have now been charged with selling drugs within the jail.

How do I consume news ethically? University of Utah asks experts

A public debate was held at the University of Utah last week, with experts weighing in on understanding the ethics of journalism and media.

Air Canada to bring back service to Utah after nearly 5-year hiatus

Air Canada is the third airline to either begin or bring back service to Salt Lake City International Airport this year.

COVID hospitalizations drop drastically, but risk still prevalent as Utah reports 2,068 new cases

New cases are gradually decreasing, but COVID-19 is still out there and the likelihood of contracting it depends on individual risk and local transmission levels. Utah doctors say vaccines are still key.

Arbery defendants convicted of hate crimes, lesser charges

The three white men convicted of murder in Ahmaud Arbery's fatal shooting were found guilty of federal hate crimes Tuesday for violating Arbery's civil rights.

Utah wrestling coach arrested, accused of sexual conduct with student

A wrestling coach from Bingham High School has been arrested and accused of sexual conduct with a 17-year-old student.

Why some Americans ration, skip medication and how Congress can help

Should prescription drug reform focus on drug prices or patient copays?

UHP trooper recalls 'split-second decision' to intercept wrong-way driver

A state trooper is recovering from some minor injuries after he made the split-second decision to force a wrong-way driver off the road.

Patrick Kinahan: Changing recruiting base to become necessity for BYU basketball

Amid a disappointing season that probably won't include the NCAA tournament, this year's BYU basketball team has made a different kind of history that could pay dividends when the program moves into the Big 12.

Beekeepers turn to anti-theft technology as hive thefts rise

Beekeepers are turning to GPS tracking devices, surveillance cameras and other anti-theft technology to protect their precious colonies.

No injuries after 2 Black Hawk helicopters go down near Snowbird

National Guard officials say quick reaction and training helped prevent anyone from being injured after two Black Hawk helicopters were involved in an accident while training in the Mineral Basin area near Snowbird on Tuesday.

The US still isn't getting COVID data right

As the omicron wave recedes in the United States, public health officials are faced with a new round of decision-making on the best way for the country to move forward.

Local designers create tool to help Utahns design a new state flag

Two local designers want Utahns to get involved in the creative process of designing a new state flag — no artistic ability necessary.

Former BYU, NFL fullback Paul Lasike returning home to Utah Warriors

The former BYU and NFL fullback and rugby standout from New Zealand is returning to the Wasatch Front to re-join Utah's professional rugby outfit, the Utah Warriors.

Happy Twosday! Don't miss out celebrating the coolest date of the decade

Good things come in twos. At least this Tuesday it does.

Biden announces sanctions against Russian oligarchs, banks

President Joe Biden announced the U.S. was ordering heavy financial sanctions against Russian banks and oligarchs on Tuesday, declaring that Moscow had flagrantly violated international law by invading Ukraine.

ICYMI: 10 stories from the holiday weekend

Here are 10 stories you may have missed this weekend. As always, click on the headline to read the full story.

Warnings, advisories issued ahead of Utah snowstorm's 2nd wave

Central and southern Utah are expected to be hit with snow late Tuesday into Wednesday. A wind advisory has been issued for a portion of the Wasatch Front.

When the need for affordable housing runs up against zoning laws

A growing chorus of experts say middle housing is a vital instrument in the fight against unaffordable housing. But middle housing has a problem: Zoning in most residential areas doesn't allow it.