Patrick Kinahan: Former Deseret News sports writer's death creates huge void

The sports journalism world in Utah lost a one-of-a-kind character on Wednesday with the passing of Dirk Facer.

Protective equipment key to survival for seriously injured motorcycle rider rescued from slot canyon

A Washington police officer who spent 20 hours at the bottom of a slot canyon in the Warner Valley area after crashing his motorcycle had planned to meet up with friends, but ended up riding by himself.

Justin Harmon's career night leads Utah Valley to NIT win at New Mexico

Justin Harmon poured in a career-high 32 points to go along with three rebounds and three assists to lead the Wolverines to their first NIT victory in school history.

Man found guilty for killing man who interfered with attempt to kidnap his ex-girlfriend

William Henry Clark was found guilty on Tuesday of aggravated murder for shooting and killing Ryan Prendergast on April 26, 2021 while he was attempting to kidnap his ex-girlfriend who was staying with the victim.

Family of 5 rescued in Snow Canyon from the other side of a flash flood

A family of five from South Florida and a St. George man were caught on the other side of a flash flood on Johnson Canyon trail on Wednesday. Washington County Search and Rescue helped get them to the other side.

Honda recalling 500,000 vehicles to fix seat belt problem

Honda is recalling a half-million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada because the front seat belts may not latch properly. The recall includes the 2017 through 2020 CR-V, the 2018 and 2019 Accord, the 2018 through 2020 Odyssey and the 2019 Insight.

Biden administration demands TikTok's Chinese owners spin off their share or face US ban

The Biden administration has threatened to ban TikTok from the United States unless the app's Chinese owners agree to spin off their share of the social media platform, TikTok acknowledged Wednesday evening.

Officers crack down on parking in canyons after cars block emergency vehicles

Motorists tend to park where they think is off the road in Big and Little Cottonwood canyons. Making sure you are off the road makes a difference as a ticket can cost up to $600.

Latino Arts Festival in Park City now accepting artist applications

The 2023 Latino Arts Festival in Park City aims to connect the community through arts and culture by providing platforms for Latino artists to share their art and cultural traditions.

'Over the moon': Aggies feel blessed to be in March Madness, confident in their abilities

Utah State played in the tournament just two years ago, and five current players were on that team.

T-Mobile scoops up owner of Ryan Reynolds-backed Mint Mobile for $1.35B

T-Mobile said on Wednesday it would buy Ka'ena Corp, the owner of Ryan Reynolds-backed budget service provider Mint Mobile, for up to $1.35 billion, as the telecom operator looks to maintain growth in a competitive market.

Mike Lee: Biden overstepped authority with new executive order on guns

President Joe Biden released a new executive order Tuesday that he said will reduce gun violence, but Sen. Mike Lee said Biden's actions "infringed on the Second Amendment."

Abortion pill access case: Judge wants 'less advertisement'

A federal judge overseeing a high-stakes case that could threaten access to medication abortion across the nation asked lawyers for the "courtesy" of not publicizing upcoming arguments.

2 hikers who died in Kane County flooding identified

Officials have identified two men who died and one who was rescued after flooding at Buckskin Gulch, in Kane County, earlier this week.

Residents asked to leave food donations at their door Saturday to help Utahns facing hunger

This week, red and white hangers will be placed on doors across the state asking Utahns to participate in the Feed Utah drive.

Motorcyclist charged with driving off after being hit, leaving passenger unconscious on road

A Salt Lake City man is facing a criminal charge for allegedly driving off after being hit while riding a motorcycle and leaving his passenger injured on the road, according to police.

Judge to rule on death penalty, evidence motions as Lori Daybell murder trial inches closer

A judge will issue a decision next week on three motions in the Lori Vallow Daybell case as the trial is set to begin in less than three weeks.

Have You Seen This? Bumblebees have fun rolling around with balls

Bees are typically known for being hard workers, but this video shows that bumble bees, at least, are not all work and no play.

Utah's snowpack officially breaks mid-March record; rain causes new flooding

Utah's snowpack is officially the highest it has ever been by the middle of March in more than 40 years, and the latest storm is causing flooding in the southern part of the state.

Police say Spanish Fork couple was shot to death; adult son considered person of interest

Spanish Fork police say a couple found dead in their home Tuesday died from gunshot wounds. The woman's adult son was arrested in Colorado and is considered a person of interest.

Southern Utah's Todd Simon hired to be next Bowling Green head coach

After rebuilding the Thunderbirds' men's basketball program, Todd Simon is on the move from Cedar City.

Trump allies attack DeSantis with campaign ethics complaint

A fundraising group tied to Donald Trump is accusing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis of breaking state laws by running a "shadow campaign" for president, marking Trump's latest attack on his former protege and now closest rival for the 2024 Republican party nomination.

How Americans feel about Latter-day Saints ... and some context behind the numbers

A new Pew Research Center survey investigates how U.S. adults feel about various faith groups, including their own.

Washington County crafting drought contingency plan in preparation for potential 'doomsday scenario'

Last year Washington County and its municipalities came together to pass the strictest water conservation ordinances in the state for new construction. This year, another plan is being developed in response to increasing drought conditions and disasters, both natural and man-made, that threaten the county's water supply.

A Jazz fan's guide to the Madness: Here are players to watch in the NCAA Tournament

The Jazz have three first round picks in the 2023 draft — and many of their potential targets will be playing this weekend.

Russia wants to recover debris of US drone from Black Sea

Russian authorities say that they will try to recover the fragments of a U.S. surveillance drone that American forces brought down in the Black Sea after an encounter with a Russian fighter jet.

What do race and ethnicity mean? The US government is asking

Americans have long had an intense conversation about what race and ethnicity says about who they are. Now the U.S. government is contemplating changes to how it sorts people into racial and ethnic groups.

Taylorsville woman charged with taking thousands of dollars from injured sister

A Taylorsville woman was charged Tuesday with taking tens of thousands of dollars from a settlement awarded to her sister who was involved in a serious crash.

Are the West's housing markets in for more pain after Silicon Valley Bank collapse?

The West has been ground zero for the national housing market correction ever since the Federal Reserve's fight with inflation sent mortgage rates soaring last year.

Bonneville High School auto mechanics program named best in country

Some students at Bonneville High School received top honors for their skills in auto mechanics.

Man pleads guilty to groping a mother, daughter in Logan grocery store

An 80-year-old man accused of groping a mother and daughter in a Logan grocery store has pleaded guilty to sexual battery charges.

This program treats ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, and more without medication

Do you have a child that is struggling in school? This Utah-based company treats ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, and more without medication!

Woman driving 122 mph arrested after nearly hitting trooper, UHP says

A woman who police say tried to get away from Utah Highway Patrol troopers on Tuesday by going 122 mph was arrested after allegedly trying to hit a trooper.

Broadway at the Eccles announces 2023-2024 season

The new 2023-2024 Broadway at the Eccles season features several musicals, with songs from some of the biggest artists in the music industry.

Church of Jesus Christ donates 5,700 water shares to the Great Salt Lake

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has agreed to donate 5,700 water shares that will send more than 20,000 acre-feet of water to the struggling Great Salt Lake.

Hall of Fame guard John Stockton reflects on time spent, relationships gained with Utah Jazz

He's one of the greatest point guards to ever play the game.

Wall Street falls on new bank fears, bond yields plunge

Stocks fell amid fresh worries about the banking sector, although Wall Street more than halved its losses by the closing bell.

Northern Utah school districts cancel spring sports games due to remaining snow

Large amounts of snow are making it tough for some Utah school districts to get their spring sports underway.

Cedar City man sent to prison after firing shots at his father, police

A Cedar City man was sentenced Friday to a term of three years to life in prison for attempted murder after he admitted to firing shots at his father and police officers.

Ski wax containing PFAS banned on Park City, Utah slopes

Park City officials enacted a drinking water regulation that prohibits using or selling a certain kind of ski wax they believe is causing contamination of groundwater wells and an aquifer.

Got a criminal record? This Utah app can help make it disappear

Rasa Legal is on a mission to help clear as many eligible records as possible by removing the complicated and costly barriers that often get in the way of that process.

'It's really frustrating': Police, victim warn others about mail theft

Home security cameras captured an SUV pulling up to mailboxes in a West Jordan neighborhood on Sunday morning.

Herriman woman killed in rollover crash on I-15 in Provo

A 42-year-old Herriman woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash on a southbound off-ramp of I-15 in Provo early Wednesday.

Former corrections officer sent to prison for enticing a minor

A former corrections officer from Eagle Mountain will spend at least six years and up to life in prison for trying to solicit sex from a young girl after an undercover operation.

Advocates urge Cox to veto bill, saying it discriminates against immigrant youth

Immigration advocates are urging Gov. Spencer Cox to veto HB209, which they say would exclude immigrant youth from extracurricular activities.