Nuclear power in Hurricane, city of Washington could soon be a reality

For residents in Utah's fastest-growing county, nuclear energy could be charging an iPhone by the end of the decade. Washington and Hurricane city councils both recently voted to remain in the Carbon Free Power Project during their recent meetings.

'Dear Evan Hansen,' Utah's last Broadway musical before COVID-19, returns to Salt Lake

It's been nearly three years since COVID-19 shut down the Eccles Theater in the middle of its run of the national tour of "Dear Evan Hansen."

Clinton teacher honored with award, $10K grant

For the sixth year in a row, the Heidi Martin: Mighty Heart Educator of Excellence Award was given to a teacher in the Davis School District.

Man with history of domestic violence charged with allegedly slashing girlfriend

A man is facing criminal charges in Utah County for an alleged violent assault on his girlfriend, according to police.

Full-day kindergarten bill heads to Senate

Educational research supports the benefits of all-day kindergarten and parents are increasingly demanding it, says one Canyons School District administrator.

Everything coming to Amazon Prime and Disney+ in March

Amazon Prime is offering a slate of new movies in March and Disney+ is presenting new episodes of exclusive Disney content, including "The Mandalorian."

Adams says ending exception for child abuse reporting forces clergy to choose between faith, jail

Utah Senate President Stuart Adams said he doesn't want to force clergy to report child abuse because it would make clergy choose between "being excommunicated or thrown in jail."

Lauren Gustin shatters BYU rebounding record in Cougars' regular-season finale

Lauren Gustin secured her 25th double-double with 15 points and a career high-tying 24 rebounds in the Cougars' 61-49 loss to Portland.

Salt Lake City airport expansion project gets cut of $1B in federal infrastructure funds

Federal aviation officials on Monday announced they are sending $29 million to Salt Lake City International Airport as the airport plans to add 16 new gates to Concourse B.

'Nothing more joyful': Special Olympics team triumphs in Brighton High basketball game

A scrimmage between Brighton High School's boys basketball team and the Unified Special Olympics team was met with rousing support from students and faculty.

Cox asks EPA to include Utah magnesium plant in Wasatch ozone nonattainment area

Utah's governor sent a letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency asking it to include a plant at the center of a recent air pollution study in a regional nonattainment area.

Keynote speakers announced for RootsTech, with virtual and in-person options

This week's RootsTech family history conference will be highlighted with addresses by actors, a psychologist, church leaders and others. Millions are expected to attend virtually and in Salt Lake City.

Court hearing on DNA in Daybell case to continue Thursday

A sudden hearing Monday afternoon regarding DNA testing in the Chad and Lori Daybell case will continue Thursday in Fremont County.

Troopers identify woman killed in crash near Nephi

Police have identified a Millard County woman who died in a crash Monday morning near Nephi.

Police identify man killed by roof collapse in Cache County

Police have identified a man killed Monday when a garage roof collapsed, pinning and killing a person inside, police said.

What it means for the Jazz as AT&T SportsNet prepares to shut down

AT&T SportsNet — the current broadcast home of the Utah Jazz — is preparing to shut down. In all regions. For good.

Texas woman arrested in South Carolina tied to Utah ATM case

A woman who claims she was part of a group that went around the country trying to steal ATMs has been linked to a case in Provo, according to police.

Have You Seen This? Go, dog, go! Dog on Onewheel keeps cruisin'

A pit bull has gained over 23,000 followers on TikTok for its Onewheel videos.

4 easy ways to provide your family with healthier meal options

A Utah company is making it easier than ever to provide your family with healthier meal options—and the results are delicious.

Yearlong dispute between Tooele men culminates in shooting

One man was arrested and the other may lose a leg after police say a yearlong dispute between the two culminated in a shooting on Friday.

Proposed constitutional amendment would raise the bar for some citizen initiatives

A proposed constitutional amendment would require ballot initiatives that include a tax increase to reach 60% support in order to pass.

Man's alleged sexual assault 'fantasy' results in criminal charges

A man who police say tried to kidnap and sexually assault a woman to fulfill a fantasy is now facing criminal charges.

AirLife Utah opens medical helicopter base in Cedar City for quicker response to national parks

AirLife Utah opened a base in Cedar City on Wednesday to bring quicker medical response times to rural areas in Southern Utah.

Moab man with guns, anti utility task vehicle stickers faces more than a dozen charges

A Moab man recently arrested for allegedly having numerous guns and drugs in his house, who police say has also been putting stickers with anti all-terrain vehicle messages all over town, is now facing more than dozen criminal charges.

The man who walked backward

Parkinson's disease, now perhaps more prevalent than once thought, is a disease that often hides in plain sight, and KSL's Peter Rosen knows that better than anyone.

Utahns feeling bleak about near-term economy and ongoing inflation

High inflation has wreaked havoc on household budgets. At the same time, a red-hot jobs market has provided new employment opportunities and robust wage growth.

2 arrested in shooting death of man left along I-80

Two men have been arrested in connection with the death of a man who police say was shot multiple times, and his body left off the side of I-80 in Tooele County.

Italy migrant tragedy death toll over 60; dozens missing

The death toll has risen to 62 in the migrant tragedy off Italy's southern coast after rescue crews recovered three more bodies. Dozens more were believed to be missing.

Who was behind Utah's monolith? A monthslong investigation into an unsolved mystery

Utah's most famous and shortest-lived landmark remains a mystery. The Deseret News searched for answers.

12 arrested in online predator sting during All-Star Weekend in Salt Lake City

Local, state and federal law enforcers recently conducted Operation Technical Foul during the NBA All-Star Game in Salt Lake City, aimed at catching online predators.

Meet the people representing foreign countries in Utah

Over two dozen countries have consular representatives in Utah, recognizing a need to better serve their citizens in Utah and develop strong ties with the Beehive State.

More than half of Utah kids aren't eating a daily vegetable, CDC study says

A study released by the CDC found half of children age 5 and under in Utah are not eating daily fruits and vegetables.

Supreme Court student loan case: The arguments explained

The Supreme Court is about to hear arguments over President Joe Biden's student debt relief plan. It's a plan that impacts millions of borrowers who could see their loans wiped away or reduced.

'Take It Down': A tool for teens to remove explicit images

"Once you send that photo, you can't take it back," goes the warning to teenagers, often ignoring the reality that many teens send explicit images of themselves under duress, or without understanding the consequences.

Dilbert distributor severs ties to creator over race remarks

The Dilbert comic strip distributor Andrews McMeel Universal has announced it will no longer work with the strip's creator, Scott Adams.

13-year-old Utah boy's traumatizing cardiac arrest leads to AED awareness

A 13-year-old Plain City boy's recent cardiac arrest could have ended in tragedy, but instead it is opening a conversation about the importance of AED access, and training.

How 2 Korean immigrants turned Cupbop into a national sensation

If it seems like just yesterday to Dok Kwon, that's because it practically was just yesterday.

Trump, other Republicans must pledge loyalty to 2024 presidential nominee, party chief says

The Republican Party plans to ask 2024 presidential candidates to pledge support for the eventual nominee, Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel said on Sunday.

Winds tear through Southern Plains; Northeast to see snow

Parts of the Southern Plains are counting the injured and surveying the damage after tornadoes and other powerful winds swept through.

2 Utah school districts delay start times, 1 moves to online Monday due to snow

The Ogden and Weber school districts announced two-hour delays for classes on Monday due to snow and road conditions. Box Elder School District moved to remote learning.