3 Utah Highway Patrol cars hit during snowstorm; 2 troopers injured

In just over 12 hours from Wednesday afternoon into Thursday morning, three Utah Highway Patrol vehicles were hit by cars and semitruck that lost control on the slick roadways.

Is a carbon tax possible in a divided Congress? Sen. Mitt Romney is hopeful

Utah Sen. Mitt Romney reaffirmed his support for a carbon tax, calling it the "No. 1 thing" that will help curb global emissions and rising temperatures.

Utah drains 16 3-pointers in 99-58 rout over visiting Jacksonville State

At one point in the game Thursday night, Utah shot 83% from 3-point range and had a 19-point lead.

Utah man arrested in trading card thefts from multiple stores

A man was arrested Wednesday after police say he has broken into multiple hobby stores in Utah over the past several months and has stolen trading cards.

Family, friends decry 'injustice' in sentence of gunman in Hunter High shooting

Family and friends of two teenagers who were shot and killed at Hunter High gathered in front of the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office Thursday to protest the shooter's sentence.

CDC review awaits after FDA clears updated COVID-19 vaccines for kids under age 5

CDC review awaits for doses of the updated COVID-19 vaccines for children younger than 5 after FDA approval Thursday. Omicron-targeted booster shots made by both Moderna and Pfizer already are urged for everyone 5 and older.

'We support him 100%': Utes forward Gavin Baxter medically retires from basketball

The 6-foot-9 forward from Provo, who transferred to Utah after four seasons at hometown school BYU, announced on Thursday that he was medically retiring from the game of basketball.

SafeUT reaches 1 million messages for the first time

SafeUT, an app that connects people in crisis to a counselor, has exchanged one million messages with users in a single year.

Feds sue to block Call of Duty game maker's merger with Microsoft

The Federal Trade Commission on Thursday sued to block Microsoft's planned $69 billion takeover of video game company Activision Blizzard, saying it could suppress competitors to its Xbox game consoles and its growing games subscription business.

Have You Seen This? The beautiful game becomes a little more beautiful

The beautiful game just became a little more beautiful thanks to a dedicated, creative father.

Highland man killed in snowmobile crash in Wasatch County

Bruce Cook, 51, died in a snowmobile crash in the Lake Creek area near Heber City on Tuesday, sheriff's deputies said.

'Year of the Teacher': Cox proposes 'historic' funding, pay raises for Utah educators

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on Thursday announced that his new budget will include a "historic investment in education," to the tune of $1.5 billion dollars.

Utah Department of Commerce: Be aware of vacant land scams in the state

After being notified of at least 10 different instances of a new vacant land scam, land buyers and owners should be aware of a scam involving vacant lots and land parcels.  

Salt Lake massage parlor owner accused of sexually abusing clients

The owner of a massage parlor in Salt Lake City has been arrested for investigation of sexually abusing two women while giving massages, according to police.

Man arrested in Tooele standoff after firing about 20 shots, police say

A 29-year-old man was arrested Thursday after police say he fired of 20 rounds from an assault rifle in a Tooele neighborhood and then was involved in an hourslong standoff with SWAT officers.

3 rescued following helicopter crash in La Sal Mountains

A helicopter being used by the Division of Wildlife Services went down in the La Sal Mountains. All three crew members were uninjured and rescued hours later.

Daybells appear in court together for the first time; trial date set

After being found competent for trial, Lori Vallow Daybell and her husband Chad Daybell were back in court for the court to discuss multiple motions, including setting a new trial date.

5 hacks to save money on Christmas gifts this season

For those who celebrate Christmas, 'tis the season of giving — more specifically, shopping and planning for the giving. It's a task that can be as stressful as it is rewarding.

St. George police investigate reports of gun fired in middle school bathroom

Police say two 14-year-old boys took a gun into a middle school bathroom in St. George and accidentally fired a round.

'I didn't imagine anything': Yes, Fontecchio's moment of glory really happened

For Simone Fontecchio, just getting to the league was a fantasy fulfilled. Dunking in a game-winner? His dreams never got that far.

MountainStar Healthcare announces new Utah facilities, spreading care to more communities

One of Utah's largest health systems, MountainStar Healthcare, announced on Thursday it is adding more facilities to its network as it works towards a goal to bring affordable care to families throughout Utah. It is adding emergency rooms, urgent care facilities and nurse training and expanding some of its hospitals.

Hunter High shooting victim family speaks out after court ruling

The family of one of the victims in the Hunter High shooting is speaking out after a judge sentenced the teen who killed their son and another student to juvenile detention on lesser charges.

House passes marriage equality bill with religious freedom protections. How did Utah reps vote?

The House passed the amended version of the Respect for Marriage Act on Thursday with three of Utah's four Republican congressmen voting in favor of the bill that now includes protections for religious liberty.

Judge calls Orem mayor 'lynchpin' in fraud case, orders him and son to pay $1M

Orem Mayor David Young and his son have been ordered by an Alabama judge to pay $1 million in a fraudulent loans case. The judge called the Utah mayor "a lynchpin to this fraud."

Utes approaching Rose Bowl with more confidence, look to take care of 'business'

The first time was historic, but the second is all about taking care of business.

Do Gen Z's views on religion put the future of religious freedom at risk?

The latest Religious Freedom Index from Becket reveals that Gen Z is less supportive of religious freedom than other generations.

Uintah County man pleads guilty to extorting nearly $110K from gas and oil companies

A Uintah County man pleaded guilty Monday to nine counts of extortion.

Local business hosts pop-up shop for women, children facing domestic violence

Utah company Jane partnered with Fight Against Domestic Violence on Wednesday to host a pop-up holiday shop in Provo for women seeking assistance and support at The Refuge.

Bad turn leads to big drug bust for police

Taylorsville police seized more approximately 1 kilo of heroin and 500 fentanyl pills during a traffic stop this week, according to officers.

Patrick Kinahan: BYU shows financial commitment with hiring of Hill

Reflecting on a legendary career as the BYU football coach, LaVell Edwards was known to joke about his relatively meager salary compared to contemporaries.

Deseret News poll: Do Utah voters trust the 2022 midterm election?

Despite national polls suggesting confidence in election officials has waned nationally in the last several years, Utahns overwhelmingly trusted the 2022 midterm results.

Celine Dion diagnosed with rare neurological disorder

Celine Dion has put a halt on all performing after being diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder.

Who will replace Jay Hill as Weber State's head coach? Here are 5 options

With Jay Hill officially accepting a new role at BYU, the search is on for a new Weber State head coach.

Utah sheriff's cadet sues, claiming sexual harassment, assaults by ex-supervisor

A Utah woman has filed a lawsuit claiming she was sexually abused by a supervisor while she was a cadet in the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office Academy.

Savvy vacation home buyers are ​​out-Jonesing the Joneses

Have you met the Joneses? Of course you have, they're everywhere. They're your neighbors or friends who seem to have it all.

Bill protecting same-sex, interracial unions clears Congress

The House gave final approval Thursday to protections for same-sex marriages. The vote sends the legislation to President Joe Biden, a monumental step in a decadeslong battle for nationwide recognition of such unions.

'On her way home': WNBA star Griner freed in swap for Russian arms dealer Bout

Russia has freed WNBA star Brittney Griner in a dramatic high-level prisoner exchange, with the U.S. releasing notorious Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout.

I-15 reopened after multivehicle crash, oil spill in Draper

Northbound I-15 was reopened near 14600 South on Thursday after crews spent hours clearing a multivehicle crash that involved an oil spill.