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Rural Utah town can't keep up with recent heavy snowfall

03/08/2023 10:31pm
As Utah experiences snowstorms that haven't been seen in years, some smaller towns and those in them are struggling to keep up.

7 of 8 deans at Weber State are women. Here's what 3 said for International Women's Day

03/08/2023 10:02pm
In celebration of International Women's Day, three of Weber State University's female deans shared their thoughts and experiences to inspire other women in leadership.

2 American survivors of deadly Mexico kidnapping are being treated in US hospital

03/08/2023 9:33pm
Two of the Americans who were kidnapped at gunpoint in a Mexican border city on Friday have returned to the U.S. and are being treated at a hospital, while the remains of the two Americans who were killed are expected to be repatriated back to the U.S. soon.

Runnin' Utes fall 73-62 to Cardinal in 1st round of Pac-12 Tournament

03/08/2023 9:17pm
After a tumultuous end to the regular season the team added to the loss column on Wednesday in the first round of the Pac-12 Tournament in T-Mobile Arena.

Local pushback stalls planned abortion clinic in West Wendover

03/08/2023 9:03pm
A California Planned Parenthood clinic was hoping to open in West Wendover, Nevada, but local leaders declined to approve a zoning permit.

Malala, YouTube star and Delta CEO headline massive Qualtrics summit opening day

03/08/2023 8:23pm
Utah-born customer experience giant Qualtrics ended its four-year hiatus on in-person events Wednesday, opening its X4 user summit with an estimated crowd of 10,000.

Man arrested after allegedly bringing knife to Orem Junior High

03/08/2023 8:03pm
A man suspected of being under the influence of drugs was arrested Wednesday after police say he brought a knife to Orem Junior High School.

3D-printed rocket launch aborted at last minute

03/08/2023 7:31pm
A rocket made almost entirely of 3D-printed parts remains on the launchpad, after its debut launch attempt was aborted at the last minute.

Woman files civil rights complaint against Park City School District

03/08/2023 7:02pm
A woman has filed a complaint against the Park City School District alleging her daughter experienced antisemitic bullying.

A worm moon will illuminate the sky this week

03/08/2023 6:20pm
The final full moon of winter will light up the sky this week, and it coincides with another special opportunity for sky-watchers.

To Ukraine With Love nonprofit focuses aid on direct impact

03/08/2023 5:38pm
When Russia invaded Ukraine a year ago, Svitlana Miller's friends and neighbors turned to her to ask which charities they should donate to in order to send aid to her home country. But Miller didn't feel comfortable telling people to give their money to an organization without any idea of where the money goes.

Video shows uncooperative driver shot in barrage of gunfire after officer spots weapon

03/08/2023 4:43pm
Body-camera videos released Wednesday show Farmington police officers firing about 20 shots at an uncooperative driver as they tried to remove him from his car and spotted a gun.

House Republicans to highlight US debt ahead of Biden budget proposal

03/08/2023 4:34pm
U.S. House Republicans plan to focus on the federal government's $31.4 trillion debt in a closed-door meeting on Wednesday, the day before President Joe Biden unveils a 2024 spending plan the White House says will help limit the debt's growth.

17 elk killed in Idaho following semitruck collision

03/08/2023 4:02pm
Seventeen elk were killed in Idaho Monday night after a semitruck hit the animals on Idaho Highway 33.

Have You Seen This? Pro baseball players finish game after umpires leave

03/08/2023 3:30pm
The Baltimore Orioles and Pittsburgh Pirates finished a spring training game without umpires. The umpires left because the Pirates had already technically won 7-4.

Utah's meteorological winter lands among the 10 wettest on record

03/08/2023 3:01pm
If this winter felt colder and wetter than normal, it was. But it also helped reduce Utah's drought severity.

Struggling with employee turnover or engagement? Think about building a talent philosophy

03/08/2023 3:00pm - SPONSORED
A talent philosophy can help businesses increase productivity, reduce turnover, and improve employee engagement.

US investigates Tesla for steering wheels that can fall off

03/08/2023 2:34pm
U.S. auto safety regulators have opened an investigation into Tesla's Model Y SUV after getting two complaints that the steering wheels can come off while being driven.

Rep. Carol Spackman Moss makes history as Utah's longest serving female legislator

03/08/2023 2:10pm
Rep. Spackman Moss finds success by winning over her constituency, whether teenage students, Holladay voters or fellow lawmakers.

Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson shares International Women's Day message with Utah women, girls

03/08/2023 1:39pm
Ahead of International Women's Day, Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson and community organizer Kristin Andrus met to discuss how women can participate in "moving the ball in ways that are incredibly meaningful and impactful."

In new book, Ron DeSantis lays foundation for likely presidential run

03/08/2023 1:26pm - PARTNER
Besides laying out a campaign platform, the Florida governor weighs in on Mitt Romney's 2012 presidential race.

After Taylor shooting, feds find pattern of violations

03/08/2023 1:14pm
The U.S. Justice Department has found Louisville police have engaged in a pattern of violating constitutional rights following an investigation prompted by the fatal police shooting of Breonna Taylor.

Judge issues rules for Daybell trial attendees, overflow room will be set up in Madison County

03/08/2023 12:37pm
Lori Vallow Daybell's murder trial will be livestreamed to a room in the Madison County Courthouse in eastern Idaho for the public to watch when it begins next month in Boise.

Couples out thousands after Utah-based national wedding business suddenly closes

03/08/2023 12:02pm
Couples across the country are wondering how to get back thousands of dollars after a Utah-based wedding photography and videography business shut down.

Kris Dunn's 'beautiful, ugly journey' has helped him flourish with the Jazz

03/08/2023 11:36am
The former lottery pick is revitalizing his career in Utah.

West Jordan teacher faces 19 felonies in sex abuse of student in his classroom

03/08/2023 11:20am
A now-fired West Jordan High teacher was charged Wednesday with 19 felonies accusing him of engaging in an illegal sexual relationship with a 16-year-old student.

Body of Utah skier found in tree well in out-of-bounds area

03/08/2023 11:02am
A 37-year-old overdue skier was found deceased Tuesday in a backcountry area outside of Brighton Resort.

Utah bill aimed to prevent homeless deaths in winter headed to Gov. Cox's desk

03/08/2023 10:35am
A bill aimed to increase homeless shelter options during winter and establish an emergency response to freezing temperatures is headed to Utah Gov. Spencer Cox's desk for approval.

'Clear and present danger': Accused serial predator headed to prison

03/08/2023 10:02am
Joshua Homer is headed to the Utah State Prison after a judge revoked his probation Tuesday.

Runnin' Utes hoping to reclaim confidence, success in Pac-12 Tournament

03/08/2023 9:31am
Craig Smith didn't have to look too far to give his team an example of how the No. 7 seed in the Pac-12 Tournament can go on a run and win it all.

St. George couple shares secret to 70 years of marriage

03/08/2023 9:03am
After spending 70 years together, this St. George couple is sharing their secret to a long, happy marriage.

Wasatch County prepares for potential spring flooding; rain expected this weekend

03/08/2023 8:42am
The snow was already 3 to 4 feet deep in many areas of the Heber Valley Tuesday, and the coming weekend is threatening to add rainfall on top of all the powder.

Connecticut sues 4 firearm companies — including 1 in Utah — in 'ghost gun' lawsuit

03/08/2023 8:20am
Connecticut on Tuesday sued four gun companies it accused of mailing illegal firearm parts with no serial numbers to an undercover state investigator, the latest legal filing by states and cities seeking to crack down on untraceable ghost guns.

How do Utah traffic signals remain clear in the snow? Here's UDOT's secret

03/08/2023 8:05am
Utah traffic engineers say they've found a simpler and cheaper solution to clearing snow of signals, a problem that has only existed for a little more than a decade.

Police: Man faces arson charge for detonating firework in truck during repossession in St. George

03/08/2023 7:38am
The owner of a pickup is in jail facing an arson charge after a firework detonated inside his truck's cab during a repossession operation.

Biden plans new taxes on the rich to help save Medicare

03/08/2023 7:22am
President Joe Biden is beginning with his plan for Medicare, including higher taxes on wealthy people to increase funding for the program's trust fund.

1 taken to hospital after Tooele house damaged in fire

03/08/2023 7:03am
A Tooele home is a total loss and one occupant was taken to a hospital due to smoke inhalation after a fire early Wednesday morning.

2 Kevin Costner Western movies to be filmed in Washington County

03/08/2023 6:20am
Kevin Costner's production company Territory Pictures announced he will be filming parts two and three of his long-anticipated Western "Horizon: An American Saga" in southern Utah in 2023.