Hero K-9 military dog honored with statue being sculpted by Salt Lake City artist

Layka's story is special — she was awarded with military honors no other dog has received in 70 years and was the inspiration behind the recent movie "Dog."

Baby Wynter arrives just in time to be Intermountain's first baby of the year

Wynter Kisa Magandazi is the first baby born at a Utah Intermountain Healthcare hospital in 2023. She is the first baby of Madi and Jermaine Magandazi.

How to make new friends — and feel closer to old ones — in 2023

If you're on the hunt for new friends in the new year, you're not alone.

Drugmakers to raise prices on at least 350 drugs in US in January

Drugmakers including Pfizer, GlaxoSmithKline, Bristol Myers Squibb, AstraZeneca and Sanofi plan to raise prices in the United States on more than 350 unique drugs in early January, according to an analysis.

Utah troopers arrest 2 accused of stealing Lamborghini from Vegas dealership

A man and woman were arrested Saturday in southern Utah after troopers say they were driving a Lamborghini that had been stolen from a Las Vegas car dealership.

The US economy took a wild ride in 2022. Where is it headed next?

In spite of the tumult of the past year, the U.S. economy is closing out 2022 in much the same condition it was in at the end of last year.

'My metabolism has slowed down' and 3 other myths that make us fatter (and sicker)

Bikman learned that increasing the consumption of healthy fats may be the most important change you can make, supporting metabolic health, brain health and more.

Man dies at Park City area ski resort

A skier died at a Park City area ski resort Sunday, Park City fire officials said.

Colorado becomes early state to introduce alert system for missing Indigenous people

Colorado has become one of the first states to roll out an alert system for missing Indigenous people.

Santos should consider resigning, veteran GOP lawmaker says

Even as the House GOP leadership keeps silent, a veteran Republican lawmaker says George Santos should consider resigning after the congressman-elect from New York admitted to lying about his heritage, education and professional career.

Have You Seen This? Forget the snowblower … you just need a helicopter

Tired of shoveling snow? You can rest your achy back as long as you have a helicopter handy.

A 'cold heart' and 'good spirits': How the Jazz are responding to losing 4 games in final minute

Remember the 10-3 start that included clutch wins over Minnesota, New Orleans, and Memphis? And the close wins over Phoenix and Golden State? Turns out, clutch is a fickle thing.

Suspect in the Idaho college student killings plans to waive extradition hearing, attorney says

The suspect in the killings of four University of Idaho college students plans to waive his extradition hearing to expedite his return where he faces four counts of first-degree murder.

Meta set to make decision on Trump's return to Facebook

Facebook owner Meta is preparing to announce whether it will allow former U.S. President Donald Trump back on to Facebook and Instagram, the Financial Times reported on Sunday.

Mayhem and mischief: How tourists behaved badly in 2022

In 2022, the world started traveling again — and with that came the return of all the usual misbehavior and antics abroad. But with nerves perhaps frayed by a record year for airline cancellations, delays, lost luggage and inflated prices, misconduct was a particularly strong theme. Here are the standout moments from a year of travelers behaving badly.

Power failures amplify calls for utility to rethink gas

A federal utility's decision to resort to rolling blackouts after coal and natural gas units went offline during dangerously cold conditions has intensified questions about the Tennessee Valley Authority's recent decision to double down on fossil fuels.

Sculptor creates impressive moose statue for breast cancer patients

An artist from Green Bay, Wis., whose work can be found across the country, recently moved to Utah and created an impressive sculpture of a moose in hopes to inspire and assist breast cancer patients.

Even in his absence, Clark Phillips III has left his mark on Utah's corners

Clark Phillips III's presence on the field will certainly be missed, but his work ethic and dedication to the game has left a massive imprint on the program.

Big snow day on New Year's Day for Utah's mountains, northern valleys

Northern Utah woke up to several inches of snow and a winter storm warning for much of the Wasatch Front. And the snow just kept coming.

Ursula actress inspiring Utah's Pacific Islander community

A show favorite is Ursula, and KSL-TV's Tamara Vaifanua caught up with the Pacific Islander actress who portrays the villain and is inspiring her community.

New Mexico settles mine spill claims with contractors

New Mexico officials say they have reached a $5 million settlement with two contractors involved in a 2015 mine spill that polluted rivers in three western states. It marks the end of all litigation involving the state of New Mexico related to the spill at the inactive Gold King Mine in Colorado.

A Stan Lee documentary is coming to Disney+ in 2023

The late Marvel Comics visionary Stan Lee will be the focus of an upcoming documentary.

Will Utah celebrate a new holiday next year?

Utah may have a new holiday on the calendar next year thanks to a proposed bill that would commemorate Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights. SB46 would also allow for the sale and use of fireworks in Diwali celebrations.