Ogden River running near capacity as water managers prepare for runoff

The Ogden River is close to capacity as county leaders figure out where all the new water should go.

Would a gondola have helped during this winter's avalanche control, interlodge closures?

The Utah Department of Transportation says the gondola on Little Cottonwood Canyon could help people get off the canyon when the road is closed but ski resorts are open, but it would not run during any active artillery avalanche mitigation.

Medical overdose, not wrong-way crash, killed woman in 2021, lawsuit says

The parents of a Utah woman who died following a wrong-way crash in 2021 have filed a lawsuit claiming an overdose from emergency workers killed her and not injuries sustained in the crash.

Cities across Utah monitoring spring runoff as warmer temperatures arrive

From Lehi to St. George, water officials and residents are watching how the warmer temperatures are impacting spring runoff and the risk of flooding.

Manhattan DA sues Jim Jordan over Trump indictment inquiry

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has filed a federal lawsuit against Rep. Jim Jordan, accusing the Republican of a "transparent campaign to intimidate and attack" him over his prosecution of former President Donald Trump.

Salt Lake City crews race to repair 'incredible amount of potholes' caused by long winter

Salt Lake City has already repaired almost 19,000 potholes this year, and crews are racing to repair 6,000 more this week caused by heavy snowfall this winter.

2 adults charged in animal cruelty case involving 6 dogs shot in Colorado City

Two individuals have been officially charged in connection with the March shooting of two adult dogs and four puppies in Colorado City, Arizona.

We must work together: Feds consider revising operations at Glen Canyon, Hoover dams

Operations at Glen Canyon Dam and Hoover Dam could change as officials seek to stabilize dwindling Colorado River flows.

'A perfect fit for St. George': City welcomes new community development director

The city of St. George welcomed its new community development director last week with the appointment of Jim Bolser.

Former University of Utah football player charged in domestic violence case

A former star running back with the University of Utah football team is facing felony charges accusing him of domestic violence.

Utah's cookie wars heat up: Dirty Dough counters Crumbl's claims, cites financial harm

Dirty Dough wants to file a counterclaim that would allow it to seek money from Crumbl for financial harm from a lawsuit Crumbl filed almost a year ago.

What we know about victims of the Louisville bank shooting

Tributes are growing for the five people slain in a shooting at a Louisville bank. Friends shared details of their lives and mourners gathered at vigils Monday.

Florida fight over 'baby boxes' part of bigger culture war

A fight is developing in Florida's legislature over a measure that would allow fire stations and hospitals to install boxes where distressed mothers could leave their unwanted newborns.

OpenAI to offer users up to $20,000 for reporting bugs

OpenAI, the firm behind chatbot sensation ChatGPT, said on Tuesday that it would offer up to $20,000 to users reporting vulnerabilities in its artificial intelligence systems.

Struggling to make your car payment? Here are some options

Volkswagen SouthTowne has a new program allowing you to exchange your vehicle and get into a different one that fits your budget.

9 apartment units destroyed in fire in the Avenues

An apartment building in the Avenues neighborhood of Salt Lake City caught fire Tuesday.

Investigators say acetone used for home improvement project led to explosion that injured couple

A young couple is recovering in the hospital after their home exploded during a home improvement project on Saturday.

Becoming a flexitarian: the latest in healthy eating

Between 2014 and 2018, Americans who converted to a vegan diet exploded by 600%. Remarkably, 71% of Americans have tried at least one plant-based meat alternative, sending plant-based food sales skyrocketing, topping seven billion dollars in 2020 and continuing to grow — no pun intended.

Salt Lake City is no longer seen as a 'shoo-in' to host another Winter Olympics. Here's why

Could Salt Lake City end up waiting to host another Winter Games until 2038 — or even later?

'There's expectations here': New Aggies coach shows familiarity, understanding in start

Danny Sprinkle appears to grasp what the Aggies program, which has qualified for the NCAA Tournament four of the last five seasons, is all about.

Police: Louisville shooter legally bought gun a week ago

The bank employee who opened fire at his Louisville workplace targeted specific people with the rifle he bought legally a week earlier, police said Tuesday.

Jewish QB Jake Retzlaff is blazing his own trail at BYU

Junior college transfer QB Jake Retzlaff, who identifies as a Reform Jew, is flourishing at BYU after early bout with tonsillitis.

Utah on pace for a top-5 water year. How is the rest of the West faring?

The Beehive State is on pace for its fourth-wettest water year on record at the halfway point in the year. The rest of the West is a mixed bag.

Millcreek man arrested in 2021 killing involving a former Public Enemy No. 1

A Millcreek man accused of lying to police about what he knew about a 2021 murder investigation has been arrested and accused of obstructing justice.

West Valley man charged in connection with fatal auto-pedestrian crash in southern Utah

A West Valley man with a history of speeding and driving on a revoked license was charged Tuesday in connection with a fatal auto-pedestrian, hit-and-run crash in southern Utah.

Patrick Kinahan: Offseason full of intrigue awaits Utah Jazz

Rarely has an NBA team that finished seven games below .500 and faltered frequently in the final month universally received rave reviews.

Utah farmers say crops delayed weeks because of late spring

It's a very tough time for Utah farmers who are several weeks behind in the planting season because of all the snow. For consumers, this means many of the fresh products you see at farmers markets are going to be delayed.

Woman arrested in kidnapping attempt at Kearns elementary school

A woman who police say grabbed two students at a Kearns elementary school has been arrested for investigation of kidnapping. A 16-year-old was also arrested in a separate case.

Salt Lake Temple renovation reaches 50% milestone: 'We are starting to build back up'

The largest placement of concrete in the Salt Lake Temple renovation project is underway.

Crash in Midvale leaves pedestrian in critical condition

One person was critically injured in an auto-pedestrian crash in Midvale on Tuesday morning.

Never seen before: NASA says massive black hole leaving a trail of stars in its wake

A supermassive black hole flying through space has left behind a trail of newborn stars twice as long as the Milky Way, a phenomenon researchers say they have never seen until now.

Judge orders Lori Vallow Daybell to remain in courtroom during graphic testimony

A judge has ordered Lori Vallow Daybell must remain in the courtroom even as testimony and photos of the discovery of her children's bodies is presented to the jury.

Utah poll: Do voters support student loan forgiveness?

Fifty-five percent of 801 registered Utah voters polled by Dan Jones & Associates said they disapprove of the Biden administration's plan for partial loan forgiveness.

UOS middle school guitarist focuses on his craft while earning high school credits

Grey Nielson is taking classes at Utah Online School so he can devote more time to music. He started to play guitar two years ago and his parents and music teachers quickly discovered he is something of a phenom.

University of Utah board of trustees approve plans for new baseball stadium on campus

After years of waiting and speculation, the University of Utah may soon approve the construction of a new baseball stadium on campus to host its team.

Utah's red-hot housing market is calming down. Is now a good time to buy?

It may not be the buying frenzy we saw a couple of years ago, but the Wasatch Front housing market is still plenty robust, partly because of the spring home-buying season.

Tennessee Democrats push to bring second expelled lawmaker back to House

Tennessee Democrats on Tuesday will press for the reinstatement of the second of two state representatives who were expelled for leading a rule-breaking gun policy protest on the floor of the statehouse, after the first was reinstated on Monday.

Lee, Romney and Utah congressmen want a passport office in Salt Lake

The entire Utah delegation sent a letter to Secretary of State Blinken raising concerns about passport processing delays and asking for a passport office in Salt Lake City.