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Lake Powell officials face an impossible choice in the West's megadrought: Water or electricity?

05/01/2022 10:32pm
Lake Powell, the country's second-largest reservoir, is drying up.

American Fork cheerleader is defying the odds after an ATV accident left her paralyzed from the shoulders down

05/01/2022 9:47pm
A local cheerleader is defying the odds after a life-changing, horrific accident left her paralyzed from the shoulders down.

The James Webb Space Telescope is fully aligned and ready to observe the universe

05/01/2022 9:08pm
The James Webb Space Telescope is ready to observe the universe.

Google tests technology to help Utah athletes with blindness exercise unassisted

05/01/2022 8:36pm
Utah athletes living with blindness put their trust in sighted counterparts to guide them as they run. Google is developing technology that could allow these runners to exercise independently.

Washington County wants to access underground water but first needs to confirm it's there

05/01/2022 7:53pm
Could untapped aquifers become a new source of water for Washington County's growing population? To find out, the county water district has applied to the state for the rights to the underground water so it can explore the feasibility of the potential water source.

'Bad Guys' repeats at No. 1, Liam Neeson's latest misfires

05/01/2022 7:15pm
The DreamWorks animated heist movie "The Bad Guys" was the top film in U.S. and Canada theaters for the second straight weekend, while the latest Liam Neeson thriller suggested the actor's particular set of skills may be wearing thin with audiences.

Struggle to lose weight? Here's a surprising solution

05/01/2022 7:00pm - SPONSORED
The truth is that becoming metabolically fit boils down to just three simple, but elusive steps: sufficient sleep, regular exercise, and a healthy diet.

After being 'slept on almost my whole life,' Allgeier eager for chance with Falcons

05/01/2022 6:31pm
The journey to the NFL has been filled with hardships, from the time he almost died as an infant to being raised by a single mother.

Moderna says its vaccine for ages under 6 will be ready for US review in June

05/01/2022 6:20pm
Moderna's vaccine could be the first to win U.S. approval for children under the age of 5. Pfizer also expects to have its vaccine data for children under 6 ready by the June review.

'There's nothing else like it': Eagle Mountain opens newly renovated bike jump park

05/01/2022 5:39pm
A Saratoga Springs resident grew up jumping bikes in Alpine and he was directed to the Mountain Ranch bike park in Eagle Mountain that needed some love.

Utah Wildlife Board approves reduction of over 1K deer hunting permits

05/01/2022 4:06pm
The number of deer hunting permits in Utah is again decreasing this year as the species continues to feel the brunt of the state and region-wide drought.

'Keeping a local icon going': The Frostop is coming back to St. George Boulevard

05/01/2022 3:13pm
A few months after its neon burger-carrying boy in sunglasses went dark, Larsen's Frostop is coming back.

Expert advice on how to navigate rising interest rates if you plan to buy a home

05/01/2022 3:00pm - SPONSORED
In January, mortgage interest rates were roughly 3% -3.25%. Fast forward to now and they are 5% or more. This 2% increase has a significant financial impact on anyone who plans to buy a home.

Evacuations underway in Mariupol; Pelosi visits Ukraine

05/01/2022 2:22pm
The United Nations confirms that an operation to evacuate people from a steel plant in the Ukrainian city of Mariupol is underway.

Arizona wildfire forces fast decision: Fight or flee flames?

05/01/2022 1:28pm
Ferocious winds that sent what was a small wildfire racing toward homes on the outskirts of a northern Arizona city presented a dilemma. Most residents in the "Girls Ranch" neighborhood north of Flagstaff, Arizona, fled the flames.

Elon Musk's big plans for Twitter: What we know so far

05/01/2022 1:16pm
Tesla CEO Elon Musk, who is buying Twitter for $44 billion to take it private, has outlined a mix of vague principles and technical details as he looks to make the platform "maximum fun!" But what's in store if he follows through?

Laptops, clothing and taxidermy among items at SLC airport lost and found

05/01/2022 12:12pm
When you're rushing at the airport, you can easily lose track of your things. But what happens to those lost items, and how can you get them back?

Should men be worrying about sex discrimination?

05/01/2022 11:34am - PARTNER
A new report shows that a sizable share of men believe they could face gender discrimination. And the gap between men and women on many issues is growing.

Exhibit brings Sistine Chapel art to Salt Lake City

05/01/2022 11:23am
For Utahns who dream of seeing the Sistine Chapel artwork up close but haven't yet been able to travel the nearly 6,000 miles to get there, a new exhibit brings reproductions of Michelangelo's frescoes to Salt Lake City.

Utah author shares his emotional journey of coming to know Christ in a new book

05/01/2022 11:00am - SPONSORED
A new book offers a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint perspective on the journey to God through spiritual rebirth. "Putting on Christ" by author Steven Anthony Bishop seeks to inspire those who are diligent truth seekers.

An algorithm that screens for child neglect raises concerns

05/01/2022 10:32am
Around the country, as child welfare agencies use or consider algorithmic tools, an AP review has identified a number of concerns about the technology, including questions about its reliability and its potential to harden racial disparities in the child welfare system.

After nearly 3 years, BYU women's rugby breaks through for 'repeat' national title

05/01/2022 9:38am
BYU women's rugby had to "defend" the 2019 national title for three years due to complications related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

1 dead, 2 others critically injured in separate stabbing incidents in West Valley

05/01/2022 9:03am
One man is dead and two others are critically injured after two separate stabbings and a shooting overnight in West Valley, police said.

Are you creating intentional family wealth?

05/01/2022 8:00am - SPONSORED
While there are a variety of ways that you can create a legacy of financial health, from creating shared family values to fostering open communication and focusing on future generations, how will you know when you've been successful? Here are five markers of success for affluent families creating intentional family wealth.

How 'state-of-the-art' Davis Catalyst Center is providing students with unique opportunities

05/01/2022 7:17am
Davis School District leaders, students and community members filled the Catalyst Center Tuesday night in Kaysville to cut the ribbon for the first-of-its-kind educational facility in Utah.