How to survive a rattlesnake bite — or better yet, avoid one

The thickest concentration of rattlesnakes is in the U.S. Southwest and northern Mexico. The estimated 36 rattlesnake species are adaptable, living in forests, grasslands, swamps and deserts. They may take up residence where people live and work.

Utah woman breaks record at Death Valley race, wins Deseret News Marathon 11 days later

Ashley Paulson of St. George won the Deseret News Marathon Saturday, just 11 days after breaking the record at Badwater, which is a 135-mile race through California's Death Valley.

Two new 'Avengers' films coming to Marvel's slate

Two new "Avengers" movies will reach theaters in 2025, Walt Disney Co's Marvel Studios announced on Saturday at a presentation to fans highlighting parts of its upcoming slate of superhero TV shows and films.

At least 7 injured in shooting at Los Angeles park

At least seven people were injured following gunfire at a Los Angeles park on Sunday, the Los Angeles Fire Department said.

Biden feeling 'much, much better' after COVID diagnosis

The White House COVID-19 coordinator says President Joe Biden is feeling "much, much better" after testing positive for the coronavirus. And Dr. Ashish Jha confirms that the 79-year-old Biden was infected with a highly contagious variant spreading throughout the country.

New research reveals pulse oximeters can be less accurate for people of color

New studies call into question the accuracy of pulse oximeters in some people of color. The devices are not calibrated to account for darker skin tones so there is a risk that oxygen saturation levels in Asian, Black and Latino patients may be overestimated.

Struggling with your weight? The reason — and solution — might surprise you

The truth is that becoming metabolically fit boils down to just three simple, but elusive steps: sufficient sleep, regular exercise, and a healthy diet.

Is the housing market frenzy over? Buyer competition drops to lowest level in 2 years

As the U.S. housing market cools, homebuyers are taking a bit more of the power back from what's been an extremely seller-friendly market for over two years.

California forest fire burns out of control near Yosemite

A destructive wildfire near Yosemite National Park is burning out of control and has grown into one of California's biggest blazes of the year. By Sunday it had consumed more than 22 square miles of forest land.

Monarch butterfly lands on international endangered species list

The iconic and much beloved orange and black Monarch butterfly was added to the "red list" or classified as endangered on Thursday by the International Union for Conservation of Nature.

Tony Finau caps record rally for 3M Open title, 3rd of PGA Tour career

His five-stroke comeback to win set a 3M Open record and was the largest comeback victory on the PGA Tour since Justin Thomas overcame a seven-shot deficit int he 2022 PGA Championship.

As recruiters struggle, Air Force seeks lift from 'Top Gun'

When "Top Gun: Maverick" roared into theaters in late May, the Air Force was ready. Recruiters struggling to meet enlistment goals took boxes of free mugs and lanyards, and fanned out to theaters for the premiere.

How an Eagle Mountain man is spreading hope

Every time Ben Lyne goes for a run, he holds his "I believe in you" sign in hopes that it will inspire others.

LDS author shares spiritual rebirth journeys of several who now can witness to Christ's reality in a new book

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.

Woman who scared off Montana grizzly bear was killed when it attacked later, investigation finds

A new investigation report says a woman was killed during a camping trip in Montana last year when a bear attacked her in her camp site.

Average US gasoline price falls 32 cents to $4.54 per gallon

The average U.S. price of regular-grade gasoline plunged 32 cents over the past two weeks to $4.54 per gallon.

Supreme Court leak probe: So many questions, so few answers

Less than 24 hours after the unprecedented leak of the draft opinion that overturned Roe v. Wade, Chief Justice John Roberts ordered an investigation into an "egregious breach." Since then? Pretty much silence.

3 killed in 'targeted' shooting at West Jordan house party, police say

Police have one person in custody as they investigate a triple homicide at a house party in West Jordan on Saturday night. Investigators say the shooting deaths appear to be gang-related.

Utah pizza delivery driver may need surgery after customer drove into storefront

A pizza delivery driver may need surgery after a customer crashed through the front of a Sandy restaurant Friday night.

The most correct guide to making funeral potatoes for Pioneer Day

Pioneer Day is here. Take a look at how to make the cheesiest funeral potato casserole to impress your friends and family.

Motorcyclist dies in I-15 collision with Tesla on autopilot, UHP says

A motorcyclist died after being hit from behind on I-15 Sunday in Draper by a Tesla on autopilot, the Utah Highway Patrol reported.

Boy living life to the fullest after lawnmower accident 7 years ago

Kayden Emery hasn't let anything slow him down after being run over by a riding lawnmower in 2015.

Woman sentenced to prison for collecting $400K in viral GoFundMe scam

A New Jersey woman has been sentenced to one year and a day in prison for her role in scamming more than $400,000 from GoFundMe donors, claiming to be collecting money for a homeless man.

How pioneers, other settlers influenced how Utahns talk today

A new book examines the likely origins behind the way Utahns speak, which has many outside influences.