Utah Gov. Spencer Cox signs bills aimed at protecting health care workers, first responders

The improvement of mental health and safety for health care workers and first responders was the focus of a few of the 64 bills that Utah Gov. Spencer Cox signed into law Tuesday — though much of the attention went to a bill that Cox vetoed.

FBI sees growing Russian hacker interest in US energy firms

The FBI is warning that it has seen increased interest by Russian hackers in energy companies since the start of Russia's war against Ukraine, though it is offering no indication that a specific cyberattack is planned.

'We are not alone': Salt Lake City receives sobering update from sister city in Ukraine

The mayor of Chernivtsi, Ukraine, sent Salt Lake City leaders a somber but hopeful message of how their sister city is doing after the Russian invasion began last month.

Tornado rips through New Orleans and its suburbs, killing 1

A tornado tore through parts of New Orleans and its suburbs Tuesday night, flipping cars and ripping roofs off homes and killing at least one person in a region that was pummeled by Hurricane Katrina 17 years ago.

Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates $436M to Habitat for Humanity

MacKenzie Scott has donated $436 million to Habitat for Humanity International and 84 of its U.S. affiliates — the largest publicly disclosed donation from the billionaire philanthropist since she pledged in 2019 to give away the majority of her wealth.

Why UDOT will now include wildlife mitigation in annual Utah road reports

A new bill that Gov. Spencer Cox signed Monday adds this item to the list of things Utah transportation officials must include in their annual report.

Hope to retire soon? What soaring inflation really means for your retirement

If you've recently retired or are nearing retirement, the timing couldn't be worse. Inflation hasn't been on anyone's radar for nearly 40 years. In fact, an entire generation has never even experienced the impact inflation can have on their wallet. But now we're seeing the highest inflation rates since 1982.

'Numbers don't lie': Gobert's a favorite for another DPOY — to the chagrin of some rivals

Entering Monday's game, Gobert was holding opponents to 49.1% at the rim — the second lowest figure of his career. The Jazz are also 8.0 points better defensively when he's on the court.

Amazon to pay after alleged shipping of toxic substance in US mail

Amazon agreed to pay a $250,000 settlement after the company allegedly sent sodium azide, a toxic substance if mixed with water, through the U.S. Postal Service.

Scientists worry virus variant may push up COVID cases in US

With coronavirus cases rising in parts of Europe and Asia, scientists worry that an extra-contagious version of the omicron variant may soon push cases up in the United States too.

'We left him dead': Utah teen's rap lyrics are about his killing, police say

Police say they used rap lyrics written by a 16-year-old boy to help tie him to a fatal drive-by shooting in Salt Lake City in June. He is now charged in juvenile court with murder.

'Loss of civility' appalls airport police in Utah following 2 recent, random attacks

Salt Lake City police say they are very disturbed by two recent incidents at the Salt Lake City International Airport in which officers suffered minor injuries after fighting with a man who tried to breach TSA security in one case, and a second case of an officer being suckerpunched.

Disney in balancing act as some workers walk out in protest

Even though only a small percentage of Walt Disney Co. workers participated in a walkout Tuesday, organizers felt they had won a moral victory with the company issuing a statement denouncing the anti-LGBTQ legislation that sparked employee outrage.

Where does Ketanji Brown Jackson stand on court packing? Mike Lee wants to know

Utah Sen. Mike Lee wants to know where U.S. Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson stands on the idea of expanding the size of the nation's highest court.

7 common sense secrets to weight control

The healthcare professionals at PÜR LIFE Medical simplify complex diets and programs so anyone can achieve positive results. Just follow these simple and easy secrets below if you want to improve your overall health and to maintain optimal weight.

Utah Gov. Cox vetoes controversial transgender student sports ban; lawmakers plan override

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has vetoed the controversial bill that would ban transgender girls from competing in girls high school sports. But legislative leaders are planning to override it.

Mental health can be impacted by daylight exposure, researchers say

Researchers have found that mental health can be affected by exposure to daylight.

Utah health officials report 38 more COVID deaths after investigation into past data

Utah health officials reported 38 deaths and 109 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday. Most of the deaths came after an investigation by the Utah Office of the Medical Examiner into previous data.

Officer and 2 patrol cars hit by fugitive trying to flee, police say

A Unified police officer suffered minor injuries late Monday while trying to arrest a wanted fugitive who investigators say intentionally drove his car at the officer while trying to escape.

Utah woman travels with nonprofit, helps orphans escape Ukraine

A Spanish Fork woman is back home after working with Utah-based organization Exitus to help orphans escape Ukraine.

Thieves are using unique methods to steal gas as prices rise. How you can protect your car

Police departments nationwide are receiving reports of gas thefts from businesses, gas stations and individuals.

US food and agriculture valued at $7.4 trillion in new report. Here's how much Utah contributed

An annual report shows that the food and agriculture industries are making strides in its recovery from disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

How religious is America? A new survey reveals some unexpected results

Yes, organized religion is on the decline. But new research shows faith still plays a powerful, unifying role in American life.

Ukraine thwarts Russian advances; fight rages for Mariupol

Ukrainian forces fought off continuing Russian efforts to occupy Mariupol, mounting a defense so dogged that it is stoking fears Russia's Vladimir Putin will escalate the war to new heights.

Police locate 14-year-old girl in Amber Alert issued Tuesday

Police have located the 14-year-old girl who was the subject of an Amber Alert Tuesday morning.

Lake Powell's losing streak: Will the odds ever change?

A stunning drop in the level of Lake Powell over the last year has left veteran boaters astonished and wondering what's coming next.

Red Rocks awarded top seed at Seattle regional; BYU, USU, So. Utah in regionals

The No. 4 Red Rocks were awarded the top seed in the Seattle regional Tuesday morning when the NCAA announced the NCAA women's gymnastics regional pairings.

Ford recalls F-150 pickups, SUVs to fix brake fluid leak

Ford is recalling nearly 215,000 pickup trucks and large SUVs in the U.S. and Canada because brake fluid can leak, causing longer stopping distances.

Patrick Kinahan: Fair or not, repeated Mitchell rumors highlight negative Utah stereotypes

Befitting an inept franchise amid another miserable season, media covering the New York Knicks understandably always are on the prowl looking for a story that goes beyond the latest loss.

'At the end, it will all bloom into peace': A night for Ukraine in Salt Lake City

At least 3 million refugees have fled Ukraine since Russian forces invaded in February, with an additional 2 million internally displaced. That's a conservative estimate according to some human rights groups, and millions more are trapped in their homes, confined to a basement or bomb shelter.

Buy this, not that: Pro tips to save at the grocery store

You're probably not too happy with your grocery bills these days. But there are strategies to help you shop without breaking the bank.

Severe storms and tornado risk threaten the South after powerful system tears through Texas

Large tornadoes, damaging winds and hail on Tuesday threaten millions across the South while Texans sift through dozens of homes and buildings badly damaged a day earlier as severe storms and reported tornadoes moved through.

Utah woman loses $187,000 to scammer posing as cryptocurrency investor

A Utah woman thought she was buying and selling cryptocurrency on a reputable website, but that wasn't the case. It turned out to be an elaborate scam.

3 easy ways to celebrate Women's History Month this March

If you want to celebrate Women's History Month this year, try one of these three ways to honor the women in your life and across the state of Utah.

US Supreme Court pick Jackson rejects Republican criticism on crime

Ketanji Brown Jackson, President Joe Biden's U.S. Supreme Court nominee, on Tuesday defended her past legal representation of Guantanamo Bay detainees and rejected Republican accusations that she had been lenient as a judge in child pornography cases.

Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now

Ukraine's military warned the public of more indiscriminate Russian shelling of critical infrastructure and the government appealed to Russia on Tuesday to allow humanitarian supplies into besieged Mariupol and let desperate civilians out.

Officers recover 140 pounds of meth, kilo of cocaine during I-15 traffic stop in St. George

Police arrested one man after recovering over 140 pounds of meth and a kilo of cocaine last week.

Wallets, IDs but no survivors found in China Eastern crash

Mud-stained wallets. Bank cards. Official identity cards. Poignant reminders of 132 lives presumed lost were lined up by rescue workers scouring a remote Chinese mountainside Tuesday for the wreckage of a China Eastern flight that one day earlier inexplicably fell from the sky and burst into a huge fireball.

Salt Lake County in low COVID transmission, at risk for new variant spike

Salt Lake County is now in low COVID-19 transmission. But the county may not be out of the woods with a new variant making the rounds.