Church-run schools? Idaho lobbyist favors state-sponsored Christian education at GOP convention

At the Idaho Republican Party convention this week, a lobbyist argued for more Christian control in childhood education, the Idaho Capital Sun reports .

Judge blocks Biden administration directives on transgender athletes, bathrooms

A federal judge in Tennessee has temporarily blocked Biden administration directives allowing transgender workers and students to use bathrooms and locker rooms and join sports teams that correspond with their gender identity.

How to keep yourself safe from the summer heat and UV rays

With the sun beating down and soaring temperatures, before heading out the door, it's important people take sun safety measures to prevent battling heat-related illnesses.

Navajo president signs $1 billion agreement for pandemic aid priorities

Navajo Nation leaders have finalized an agreement on spending priorities for more than $1 billion in federal pandemic relief to improve water, sanitation, housing and communications infrastructure.

25 million kids missed routine vaccinations because of COVID

About 25 million children worldwide have missed out on routine immunizations against diseases like diptheria, tetanus and pertussis.

Riverton police looking for person who stole van specially modified for wheelchair

A Riverton family wants their white minivan back after it was stolen out of the driveway. The van belonged to their son, who is paralyzed after an accident last year.

Gephardt: You could be paying foreign transaction fees without leaving the US

When traveling, it can be easy to lose track of the fees: there's the bags, jet fuel, hotel parking and resort fees, and there are often fees that you tack on simply by swiping your credit card.

Stargazing: Lehi museum partners with NASA to teach about Webb telescope images

The Hutchings Museum Institute in Lehi held an event on Saturday to celebrate the first images released from the James Webb Space Telescope.

Date-night-in-a-box by Utah company thrills couples & families all over the world

Each month, a new adventure filled with cryptic clues, ciphers and puzzles, transports players to a different international city where they solve a riveting mystery.

'Heck yeah': Zac Jones ends BYU golfers' 5-year state amateur drought

A rising BYU sophomore, Jones clinched the 124th Utah amateur title with a 4 and 3 victory over Cal's Simon Kwon.

How duck hunters, wetlands and conservation help the Great Salt Lake

Conservation of Great Salt Lake wetlands dates back to the late 1800s. Now it's more important than ever.

You can now call — or text — the new mental health resource number: 988

The nation's newest mental health resource, 988, isn't just a phone call service – you can text it, too.

Crackdown on street racing in Salt Lake results in 14 weekend arrests

Seven individuals were arrested Friday night who police say were involved in illegal street racing on the west side of Salt Lake City.

Mighty change comes through actual knowledge of God through redemption in Christ, says LDS author

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.

Recent rain following fires brings new flooding fears to residents in Stockton

As Mother Nature continues to help firefighters on the Jacob City Fire in Tooele County, it also presents a new concern for residents — flooding.

2 kids among 6 dead in Montana highway dust storm pileup, 8 others hurt

Two children are among the six people who died Friday evening in a massive crash after a Montana dust storm caused blackout conditions on Interstate 90.

Waterskiing helps Utahns with disabilities rediscover outdoors thrill

Think of the most thrilling day you've had recently. That's the kind of day that 10 people with neurological disabilities had out behind a ski boat in Tooele County this week.

Will Utah's abortion trigger law impact those who seek IVF treatment?

Utah fertility doctors say they are receiving numerous questions from patients worried about the potential impact on in vitro fertilization access after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, setting in motion the state's trigger law that bans abortions.

Want to own Google stock? It's about to get easier

Google parent company Alphabet will conduct a 20-1 stock split at the close of markets on Friday in a move that doesn't change the overall value of the company's stock but does reduce individual share prices and creates an easier entry point for smaller investors.

Lehi splash pad closed after vandals destroy bathrooms

Lehi closed a popular splash pad ahead of more heat Friday, after some vandals trashed the bathrooms at one of its parks in the most recent park vandalism incident in the state.

Utah twins to celebrate 90th birthday this weekend

A pair of Utah twins are coming up on a big milestone celebration.

2022 BMW M440i Gran Coupe test drive review

With its new styling and robust powertrain, the BMW M440i Gran Coupe is a solid entry into the luxury sports sedan market, but has a bit of an identity crisis.

Will Twitter lawsuit be Elon Musk's slice of humble pie?

Elon Musk has amassed a world-leading personal fortune thanks to his dogged pursuit and execution of disruptive commercial technology advancements. However, it appears that Musk could be headed for a rare comeuppance as he attempts to escape his $44 billion contract to buy social media giant Twitter.