Washington County deputies identify Ivins man found dead near Anasazi trailhead Monday

The Washington County Sheriff's Office is investigating a possible homicide after a body was found near a popular hiking trail on Monday morning.

Sacred Easter Island statues suffer 'irreparable damage' after volcano fire

Easter Island's towering stone heads and other archaeological elements have been charred by a fire, according to local Indigenous and Chilean authorities.

UK prosecutor: Nurse killed 7 babies in a hospital

A British prosecutor says a hospital neonatal nurse accused of killing seven babies and trying to kill 10 others also poisoned two infants deliberately with insulin.

3 arrested after Taylorsville officers were assaulted by partying mob, police say

Taylorsville police say they've arrested three people after officers were allegedly backed into a corner and assaulted on Saturday.

'I've decided to rebloom': Deserae Turner shares message of resilience

Turner shared her story with an audience of Utah State University students and faculty on Monday, in recognition of World Mental Health Day

Inflation, economy get top billing during Utah's 1st Congressional District debate

Although both candidates for Utah's 1st Congressional District agree that the economy is one of the foremost issues on voters' minds, they disagree on what is causing economic instability and what to do about it.

Map: Your 2022 guide to Halloween decorations, haunted houses and pumpkin patches 👻

Make your way to any of the locations on our map to see how Utahns have decorated their homes this year, or visit a local haunted house or pumpkin patch for some Halloween fun.

Police: Utah man being evicted releases jar of unknown chemicals; 4 treated for symptoms

A Millcreek man was arrested Sunday after police say he released unknown chemicals on other tenants, prompting four to seek treatment.

New study examines the effectiveness of colonoscopies

A new study questions the effectiveness of colonoscopies for cancer screening. Some 15 million colonoscopies are performed in the U.S. each year.

Why Jared Butler has hope for a strong 2nd season — if he can get there

For Jared Butler and a handful of other young Jazz players, the summer drama isn't over.

Evan McMullin, Sen. Mike Lee locked in nasty battle for Senate. What does latest poll show?

Utahns like Evan McMullin a little more than Sen. Mike Lee, according to a new poll, but he still slightly trails the Republican incumbent in the heated U.S. Senate race.

Salt Lake City introduces 3rd phase of crime reduction plan

Salt Lake City says it is taking a strategic, data-based approach to reducing violent crime. But the police department needs more officers and community involvement to make the plan work.

Scientists reduce cow burps on New Zealand farm to save the world

More than a dozen calves wait at a research farm in New Zealand to be fed Kowbucha, a probiotic that studies show reduces burps — or methane emissions.

Injuries to Romney, Hall concerning but overstated as BYU turns page to Arkansas

BYU is monitoring injuries sustained to both Gunner Romney and Jaren Hall, but the plan is to move forward with them on Saturday.

Have You Seen This? Cute corn lover will make you want to add corn to your grocery list

Perhaps no one understands the magic of corn better than this darling 7-year-old.

A Utah man gave a public prayer about 'evil' in schools. State superintendent calls it 'a dagger to my heart'

The state superintendent pushed back against remarks in a public prayer offered during a recent meeting of the Orem City Council that said "evil things" are being taught in schools.

Lack of flood insurance in hard-hit Central Florida leaves families struggling after Hurricane Ian

Homeowners insurance policies typically don't cover flood damage, and most people living in Ian's path across Florida didn't have a separate flood insurance policy. Inland areas that experienced historic rainfall and catastrophic floodwaters were especially unprepared, according to a CNN analysis of FEMA flood insurance data.

William Shatner on traveling to space: 'All I saw was death'

Astronauts have for decades described their trips to space as "breathtaking" and humbling, a reminder of the Earth's fragility and humanity's need to serve as stewards of our home planet.

Were preseason expectations too high for Utes given defensive turnover?

Utah is in somewhat a similar position to last season, at least record wise with two losses six games into the season, there's a difference in how each season has been defined.

What Indigenous Peoples' Day means to Native Americans

For centuries, the U.S. celebrated Christopher Columbus as the intrepid explorer who discovered the Americas — a symbol of the American ideals of entrepreneurship and innovation.

What birds rely on Great Salt Lake? Saline lakes help migratory birds

Where tributary rivers meet the Great Salt Lake's saline shores, the merging of fresh and salty water creates an oasis of life.

Pretty Bird owner reveals what it was like competing on 'Chefs vs. Wild'

Viet Pham is no stranger to reality competition shows. But 'Chefs vs. Wild' was a different beast.

Utah founder of Vivint donating $35M to Primary Children's Hospital

A Utah family is donating $35 million to Primary Children's Hospital in the hope of inspiring others to open their wallets to improve children's health care.

KSL.com HS Football Top 20+1: Lehi proving its top ranking as regular season winds down

The Pioneers assumed the No. 1 ranking several weeks, but faced one of their biggest challenges Thursday in holding off Region 8 rival Timpview 28-24.

Famous Utah bakery Mrs. Backer's has a long family tradition

One day, so the story goes, a honey bee found its way into Mrs. Backer's Pastry Shop on South Temple.

Freeway off-ramp in South Salt Lake reopens after truck spills fertilizer

A truck hauling fertilizer crashed on I-15 in South Salt Lake, spilling 400 gallons of fertilizer across an off-ramp on Monday, troopers said.

Russia blasts Kyiv, other Ukrainian cities in deadly strikes

Russia has unleashed a lethal barrage of strikes against multiple Ukrainian cities. The attack Monday smashed civilian targets including downtown Kyiv where at least six people were killed amid burnt-out cars and shattered buildings.

Russian-speaking hackers knock multiple US airport websites offline. No impact on operations reported

More than a dozen public-facing airport websites, including those for some of the nation's largest airports, appeared inaccessible Monday morning, and Russian-speaking hackers claimed responsibility.

Columbus Day and Indigenous People's Day 2022: Here's what's open and closed

Columbus Day, and now Indigenous People's Day, is being observed on Monday, Oct.10 this year, and while some will have the day off from work or school, others may wonder what errands they can run or what movies to see.

Why is the Great Salt Lake drying up? What saline lakes can tell us

The Great Salt Lake is a time capsule. It can tell us where the Earth has been, and where it is going.

Family dogs maul to death toddler and baby brother in Tennessee, sheriff says

Two young children died and their mother was hospitalized after they were attacked by the family dogs in Tennessee, the Shelby County Sheriff's Office says.

Rockfall in Cedar Canyon damages at least 2 vehicles, causes road closure

A rock slide in Cedar Canyon on Saturday afternoon sent a large boulder crashing into a vehicle, but its occupants escaped serious injury.

Idaho 10-year-old lands job as kid reporter for national news outlet

10-year-old Minji Kim from Ammon, Idaho, is the newest reporter for Scholastic Kids Press, a national news outlet covering "news for kids, by kids." Minji is one of 29 reporters for the news publication and the only one from Idaho.

California's drought withers tomatoes, pushing grocery prices higher

A lack of rain and snow in central California and restricted water supplies from the Colorado River in the southernmost part of the state have withered summer crops like tomatoes and onions and threatened leafy greens grown in the winter.

North Korea tests nuclear missiles to 'wipe out' targets in South and US

North Korea says its recent barrage of missile launches were tests of its tactical nuclear weapons to "hit and wipe out" potential South Korean and U.S. targets in response to recent naval drills between U.S. and South Korean forces.

Utah breast cancer survivor creates helpful resource for others battling disease

After losing both parents to cancer and surviving breast cancer herself, Elizabeth Dalton is using her experiences to help others.