Intermountain genetics study helps St. George woman anticipate her higher risk for cancer

A St. George woman found through participation in an Intermountain Healthcare study that she has an elevated risk for breast cancer, and is taking screening steps to help detect cancer. The HerediGene study is creating the largest DNA map in the world.

Man charged in connection with death of cat in Cottonwood Heights

A man who police say assaulted a cat after it bit him is now facing a criminal charge after the cat's owner was forced to euthanize the pet, according to prosecutors.

Season-opening stunner: Utah shocks Denver in blowout victory at home

Just as expected, the Utah Jazz beat the Denver Nuggets 123-102 to open the season. Wait? What?

Massachusetts woman charged, accused of freeing swarm of bees on deputies

A Massachusetts woman is facing multiple assault and battery charges, accused of releasing a swarm of bees on sheriff's deputies as they tried to serve an eviction notice.

Record number of stalking cases reported at University of Utah

The University of Utah saw a record number of reported stalking cases in 2021, which was also the highest number for all universities in the state.

US clears Novavax COVID booster dose

or who otherwise wouldn't seek a COVID-19 booster shot at all. It's to be used only as a first booster, not for people who've already had one or more booster doses already.

9th Utahn arrested in connection with Jan. 6 US Capitol riot

Another Utahn, the ninth so far, was arrested Wednesday for involvement during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

Governors from across the nation convene in Salt Lake City to discuss youth mental health

The National Governors Association met in Salt Lake City this week for the first meeting about this year's Chair's Initiative, which is focused on strengthening youth mental health.

'Havoc and chaos': With eye on Big 12, BYU basketball has new defensive philosophy

The Cougars will try to play fast on offense and with disruption the focus on defense, a move away from the man-defense of years past.

Pilot released from hospital after F-35 crash at Utah's Hill Air Force Base

The pilot who crashed Wednesday in an F-35A Lightning II fighter jet at Hill Air Force Base in northern Utah was released from the hospital after being taken there for observation, authorities said.

Warm Body, Warm Souls program collects winter clothing for Utahns in need

In mid-October, Arctic Circle, Bank of Utah, and Red Hanger kicked off the 10th edition of one of the most impactful charitable campaigns in the state: "Warm Bodies, Warm Souls."

IRS announces new tax breaks — but relief isn't coming until next year

On Tuesday, the Internal Revenue Service announced changes to tax bracket cutoffs and standard deductions aiming to account for at least some of the negative tax implications amid ongoing, record U.S. inflation.

Thousands of fish died during Utah reservoir maintenance project

Up to 10,000 fish died near a central Utah reservoir last week during a maintenance project, according to state officials.

5-year-old boy hospitalized after dog attack in Sandy

A 5-year-old boy was taken to the hospital by helicopter after being attacked by a Siberian husky.

Q&A with new Utah Jazz coach Will Hardy as season tips off tonight

The Utah Jazz play their first home game of a new season this week with a mostly new team and a new head coach. KSL-TV's Deanie Wimmer sat down with coach Will Hardy to find out that he's not exactly new to Utah, and Wednesday, he'll have an experienced ally — Jazz fans.

Tiny home village for homeless gains Salt Lake City approval. What's next?

A tiny home village meant to house the chronically homeless, modeled after a renowned community in Austin, Texas, is coming to Utah's capital city.

Utah State hoops picked 8th in Mountain West preseason poll

Coming off an 18-16 season and NIT at-large appearance, it's the lowest Aggies pre-season ranking since the 2018-2019 season.

University of Utah breaks ground on $185M medical school building

Fifty years after the University of Utah opened the doors of the Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library, the university broke ground on the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine.

Have You Seen This? Wildfire and aurora borealis combine to create haunting footage

Timelapse footage captures the glow of the flames blending with the vibrancy of the aurora borealis.

Auto body shop employee accused of stealing guns from cars

An employee at a Salt Lake dealership's auto body shop has been criminally charged for allegedly stealing guns out of two vehicles that had been dropped off to be serviced.

Utah's Awardco partners with the Jazz to recognize the good

This agreement includes rewarding season ticket holders with exclusive rewards, experiences, and incentives with the plan to extend them to all Jazz fans in the future.

Public pushes back on proposed changes to South Valley Regional Airport

Planners for Salt Lake City Airports hosted their first public meeting for changes to South Valley Regional Airport. When public comment started, those in attendance didn't mince words when voicing concerns over property values.

St. George moms recount tracking down sex offender accused of enticing daughters

Two St. George mothers are recounting the sickening experience of tracking down the man they believe tried to randomly abduct their 8-year-old daughters.

SLC appoints first Latina director for economic development

Lorena Riffo Jenson was recently appointed as the new director of Salt Lake City's Department of Economic Development, making her the first Latina to head the department.

Utah Legislature could hold special session to approve new state flag

The Utah Legislature could meet for a special session next month to approve a new state flag design, after vetting thousands of submitted contenders.

Addiction drug shows promise lifting long COVID brain fog, fatigue

Lauren Nichols, a 34-year-old logistics expert for the U.S. Department of Transportation in Boston, has been suffering from impaired thinking and focus, fatigue, seizures, headache and pain since her COVID-19 infection in the spring of 2020.

West Valley man arrested at 16 for killing his stepfather seeks parole

A man who was arrested for killing his stepfather when he was 16 and imprisoned at age 19 after being convicted, went before the parole board for the first time this week.

Sen. Gene Davis says he will resign after Utah Senate president removes him from assignments

Longtime Democratic Sen. Gene Davis announced his impending retirement on Wednesday, after the Utah Senate president asked for his resignation and stripped him of his committee assignments.

2 nursing assistants face charges after allegedly tampering with patients' medications

Two women accused of taking medication from patients while each was employed at separate care facilities were arrested last week and now face multiple charges.

The most surprising part of a new survey on adultery

Is it worse when men or women cheat?

'Moving beyond partisanship': Exploring the root causes and potential solutions to gun violence

Gun violence in America is a wicked, complex problem, and trying to curb it requires an inward look at the culture and policies surrounding firearms, while avoiding alienating law-abiding, nonviolent gun owners.

Woman says she was racially profiled at Wendover casino

A Taylorsville woman claims she was humiliated last month during an alleged racial profiling incident at the casino, which sits near the Utah-Nevada border.

'It is a big game': Liberty's Hugh Freeze holds Kalani Sitake, BYU in highest esteem

On Saturday, two teams in their final year of FBS independence will meet one last time on the gridiron.

Gephardt Busts Inflation: Is a new phone worth going into debt for?

Do we really need to plunk down $800 to well over $1,000 for the latest incarnation of the iPhone? Many early adopters — people who must have the latest and greatest right now — will tell you yes.

Poll: Do Utahns support a gondola up Little Cottonwood Canyon?

UDOT's final public comment period for the proposed gondola up Little Cottonwood Canyon closed on Monday, 45 days after the department recommended the project.

Ryan Smith calls rebuild 'an exciting time to be a Jazz fan'

Ryan Smith gave his pitch to the Utah Jazz fan base on Tuesday.

New video shows Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie shopping hours before she was killed

Newly released surveillance video shows Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie shopping at a Jackson Hole grocery store on the last day she was seen alive.

Record-breaking bony fish weighing 3 tons found in Portugal

A giant sunfish believed to be the world's heaviest bony fish has been discovered in the Azores archipelago, Portugal, weighing a whopping 3 tons.

These 6 unsolved Utah mysteries continue to baffle experts

Ranging from the kooky to the downright heartbreaking, Utah has been the setting for more than a few unsolved mysteries. These cases have one thing in common: there are no sure answers to what really happened.

Man convicted of murder 20 years ago seeks parole, still maintains innocence

A man who says he was falsely convicted for murder more than 20 years ago is now up for parole.

Man suspected in Utah serial robberies arrested in Colorado

A Utah man has been arrested in Colorado on suspicion of robbing multiple Utah banks and credit unions.

Facing tough midterms, Biden releasing oil from US reserve

President Joe Biden is telling voters that he hasn't given up on lowering gasoline prices. Biden says he has ordered the release of 15 million barrels from the U.S. strategic reserve and will consider additional withdrawals this winter.

Rents are still going up — but at half the rate they were 6 months ago

In the U.S., rent prices are still growing — but they're slowing significantly as the nation's housing market dynamics shift dramatically amid higher interest rates.