9 migrants die trying to cross Rio Grande River into US

Nine migrants died and 37 were rescued as they tried to cross the rain-swollen Rio Grande River into the United States near Eagle Pass, Texas, U.S. customs officials said, warning people to avoid crossing.

For first time in 20-year history, Great Salt Lake Rowing Club can't row on the lake

Record heat and extreme drought are making their presence known today in Utah and low water levels forcing a Utah rowing club to say goodbye to its regular practice spot.

Maple Mountain High School honors Alta High School player at football game

Maple Mountain High School players, cheerleaders and coaches honored an Alta High School football player Friday night who was severely injured the previous weekend.

Boy saved from submerged truck is back on his feet — thanks to heroes and miracles

Summit County Sheriff recognized four first responders who helped rescue children in a truck being submerged at a Utah reservoir on Aug. 22.

Utah State outmatched in forgettable night against No. 1 Alabama

With its white jerseys stained crimson and an arsenal of red and white pom poms from 98,321 fans bearing down, Utah State was broken down, piece by piece Saturday night against No. 1 Alabama.

Memphis police search for schoolteacher who was abducted while out for an early morning jog

Memphis police are searching for a schoolteacher they say was abducted while she was out on a jog Friday morning.

University of Utah: 2 racially motivated incidents have taken place on campus

In the first couple weeks of fall classes, university officials say two racially-motivated incidents occurred on campus.

Cam Rising throws interception in end zone as Florida escapes with 29-26 win

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham compared him to Cam Newton. Whatever the comparison, Florida's Anthony Richardson was a nightmare to handle for the Utes.

Lightning fast: No. 25 BYU storms to 50-21 season-opening win at South Florida

It took an extra 2:35 for No. 25 BYU to open the 2022 college football season, thanks to a weather delay and severe thunderstorms Saturday afternoon.

15-year-old Utah musician gifted Steinway grand piano by couple

A 15-year-old pianist from Farmington had her prayers answered in a way she never thought possible when a couple donated their Steinway grand piano to her through the Mundi Project.

Coins worth up to $290k found under kitchen floorboards

A house refurbishment in northern England has uncovered a trove of gold coins, which could be worth up to $290,000 at auction next month.

Dead fish found on Utah shoreline; experts say they're running out of cool water to survive

Record-high temperatures this late in the summer and low water levels are killing some of the fish in Utah waters.

Man shot, killed in fight outside downtown Salt Palace Convention Center

One man was shot and killed Saturday afternoon when police say a group got into a fight outside the Salt Palace Convention Center on West Temple and 150 South.

Utah woman gives birth to identical triplets at 46

Just when she thought she couldn't have any more kids, an Alpine mother gave birth to identical triplets.

Why Salt Lake City is pairing firefighters with social workers on some emergency calls

A first-of-its-kind program in Utah will begin on Tuesday in the Salt Lake City Fire Department, addressing a growing need.

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.

Utah community raises funds to protect school crossing guards

People in one Cache Valley community are working together to protect their crossing guards. This comes after one crossing guard was hit by a car.

Personality traits in a stranger can be revealed within 4 minutes, study says

While conversing in small talk can sometimes seem trivial or mundane, one study suggests it can help people improve their future interactions with one another, especially in a team setting.

Man shot at large party in Salt Lake industrial area, police say

A 32-year-old man was shot in the leg after attending a large party near 1700 South 4100 West, police said.

Zombie cells central to the quest for active, vital old age

A growing number of scientists is trying to help people reach a goal humans have been chasing throughout history: staying active and vital in old age.

Jim McMahon on greatest memory, Mondays with LaVell and Jaren Hall's season

The former BYU icon visited recently with Deseret News contributor Dave McCann, opening up on a wide range of topics.

NASA Artemis I launch attempt scrubbed again due to fueling leak

For the second time in a week, NASA's attempt to launch the Artemis I space mission was scrubbed, this time due to a leak in the liquid hydrogen fueling process that could not be solved in time to make the two-hour launch window that was set to open at 2:17 EDT.

Utah teacher hopes to inspire students with her journey to the edge of space

Utah teacher Jennifer Muir was selected to attend a prestigious NASA-affiliated teacher training program that includes a trip to the stratosphere aboard the world's largest flying observatory.

Ogden man shares how naloxone saved his life

In honor of International Overdose Awareness Day this week, one Ogden man said naloxone saved his life — and many of his friends, too.

Riverton puts together more complete game to claim a 22-15 win over Springville

In an intense game of back-and-forth, the Silverwolves put together the more complete game on both sides of the ball and came away with a 22-15 win over the Red Devils.

Record heat and flooding: What to expect for Labor Day weekend weather across the US

Labor Day weekend is usually the final goodbye to summer, but for roughly a third of the country, temperatures could reach record levels this holiday weekend.

University of Utah's College of Social and Behavioral Science names 1st Latina dean

Michelle Camacho was named the new dean at University of Utah's College of Social and Behavioral Science in July.