'Always first to lend a helping hand': Ray Pickup named 'Giant in our City' by Salt Lake Chamber

Ray Pickup on Thursday received the Giant in our City Award, given to an individual who showcases exceptional and distinguished service and who has reached extraordinary professional achievement.

Elon Musk ditches Democrats, says he will support Republicans but not GOP super PACs

Once an outspoken supporter of Democratic political candidates, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk now says the party has morphed from "kindness" to "division and hate" and he will throw his support behind Republicans.

'Flip Blitz' helps Utahns convert thirsty landscapes into water-wise park strips

This spring, as the drought intensifies, more Utahns are finding ways to save water on their landscapes. The Central Utah Water Conservancy District and Meta spent Thursday helping people flip their park strips in Utah County.

How is the GOP primary race for Senate shaping up in Utah? New poll has answers

Incumbent Sen. Mike Lee has a large lead over his two challengers for the Republican nomination in the U.S Senate race in Utah.

Sewer capacity pausing approval of new subdivisions in portion of Saratoga Springs

Saratoga Springs is pausing approval of new plats for subdivisions in the city's south end until a sewer system upgrade is completed.

Review: 'Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers' movie is much funnier than it should be

I wasn't ready to laugh as much as I did while watching the "Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers" movie, and I'll do it again, and again.

Man charged with murdering his grandma, torturing his wife dies in custody

A man accused of kidnapping and torturing his wife and brutally killing his grandma died after he was taken from jail to a hospital. Police have not yet reported finding the grandma's body.

Federal money to help fix baby formula shortage? Utah GOP congressmen say no

While criticizing the Biden administration for not doing enough to deal with the nationwide baby formula shortage, all four of Utah's Republican congressmen voted against providing $28 million to the Food and Drug Administration to address the issue.

Southern Utah man admits assaulting police during Jan. 6 Capitol riot

A Washington County man pleaded guilty Thursday to assaulting police during the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot in Washington, D.C.

2 drivers, 1 dog injured in St. George collision — but where did the dog go?

A T-bone collision involving two vehicles Wednesday afternoon led to both drivers heading to the hospital and, for a time, a missing canine.

Does it matter that Utah's population was overcounted in the 2020 census?

U.S. Census Bureau officials said Thursday that they overcounted the population of the Beehive State and seven other states during their 2020 census collection period.

Have You Seen This? The most confident tee baller you'll ever see

Sometimes a kid just knows he has it. That, or they'd rather just dance than play the game.

RSL weathers storm in first third of season

RSL has a record of five wins, four draws and three losses through the first 12 matches of the 34-match MLS season, good for fifth place in the Western Conference.

Celebrating 100 years: 6 ways Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital is improving kid's health

Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital is celebrating a major milestone – its 100th birthday –and marking a century of pediatric care excellence and service to children throughout the Intermountain West.

Community gathers in support of Springville teen shot by ex-boyfriend

Police were asking for local families in need of organ donation to contact them, but Lily Conroy's family told officials Friday that they have received enough responses.

Judge to issue decision on whether to move Lori Vallow Daybell's trial to January

A judge will issue a written order soon on whether Lori Vallow Daybell's murder trial should be delayed to coincide with her husband's.

Utah confirms 4,504 new COVID-19 cases, 4 deaths in weekly report

Utah health officials reported 4,504 new COVID-19 cases and four additional deaths over the past seven days, as the state continues to see a spike.

FDA head: Baby formula factory could reopen by next week

The Food and Drug Administration's commissioner is facing congressional lawmakers for the first time over the national shortage of baby formula.

Explainer: What is monkeypox and where is it spreading?

European and American health authorities have identified a number of monkeypox cases in recent days, mostly in young men. It's a surprising outbreak of disease that rarely appears outside Africa.

Why this year's historic homes tour focuses on one of Salt Lake's earliest neighborhoods

A few historic homes in Salt Lake City will be open to tour for Saturday's Historic Homes Tour.

Opinion: Welcome to a new age of countercultural Christianity

The core "social identity" of believers influences whether saints stand fast in the faith.

30 years and more than 900 players later, Kearns baseball coach calls final game

For Kearns baseball coach Dave Ballard, the celebration that accompanied his retirement after 30 years in the profession was less about the moment and more about the journey.

A bear market may be on the horizon. Here's what that means

Rising interest rates, high inflation, the war in Ukraine and a slowdown in China's economy have caused investors to reconsider the prices they're willing to pay for a wide range of stocks

Orem man charged with capital murder in torture death of girlfriend

An Orem man was charged Thursday with aggravated murder in the beating and torture death of his girlfriend and the mother of their two children.

New report highlights disparities of Utah Black women

A greater portion of Utah Black women have jobs compared to other women in the state, but their wages are lower, and they face much higher poverty rates.

Utah Jazz legend John Stockton writes letter of support for Jan. 6 Capitol rioter

Retired Utah Jazz star John Stockton has written a letter of support for a Kaysville woman who pleaded guilty to participating in the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot.

Police make another 100+ pound marijuana bust

The Summit County Sheriff's Office is the latest law enforcement agency to make a bust involving 100 pounds of marijuana or more.

Tooele man charged in 2012 stabbing case being held in new stabbing case

A Tooele man previously charged in connection with a stabbing case in 2012 is now being held for investigation of aggravated assault in a new stabbing case.

Utah Gov. Cox on the Idaho GOP primary: Gov. Little is the type of Republican the US needs

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox weighed in Thursday on the Idaho gubernatorial race, saying he was happy to see Gov. Brad Little beat his rivals in the primary.

Biden has an eye on China as he heads to South Korea, Japan

President Joe Biden departs on a six-day trip to South Korea and Japan aiming to build rapport with the two nations' leaders while also sending an unmistakable message to China: Russia's faltering invasion of Ukraine should give Beijing pause about its own saber-rattling in the Pacific.

'Come work for Granite': District hopes settlement will retain, attract educators

Granite School District on Tuesday took a step in recruiting and retaining educators when it ratified a new settlement package that includes increased wages and benefits.

UDOT crews working to clear snow from mountain passes by Memorial Day

Weather in Utah heated up this week, but snow still covered roads in some of Utah's high mountain passes.

'We have to do better': Policymakers, advocates call for better support of maternal mental health

State leaders called for better support and policies for maternal mental health Tuesday as almost half of Utah mothers report mental health symptoms before, during or after pregnancy.

Wonder awaits on a weekend getaway in Cedar City

Home to a vibrant art scene, live theater, and outdoor recreation in astonishing proximity to stunning natural wonders, Cedar City should be on your adventure list. Explore the itinerary below, and start planning your weekend getaway.

Davis County man admits to robbing teen, using 'little drug runners' to distribute drugs

A Woods Cross man pleaded guilty Monday to aggravated robbery and drug distribution in Davis County.

I-15 in Weber County reopens after a series of crashes early Thursday

Northbound I-15 in Riverdale reopens following a series of crashes early Thursday.

Grand jury indicts man in Buffalo supermarket shooting

The white man accused of killing 10 Black people at a Buffalo supermarket appeared briefly in court Thursday after a grand jury indicted him on a first-degree murder charge.

Sen. Mitt Romney says US can 'walk, chew gum at same time' when it comes to Ukraine aid

Utah Sen. Mitt Romney chided at least one fellow Republican for opposing a $40 billion Ukraine aid package in explaining why he will vote in favor of the legislation.