Eagle Mountain homes cleaning up from rain, flooding

Residents of the Spring Run neighborhood in Eagle Mountain worked into the early morning hours Thursday to place sandbags and pump floodwater away from homes.

Utah boy in hospital after accidentally setting self on fire

A 12-year-old boy is in the hospital Thursday, facing a long, painful recovery after a burn accident just outside of Cedar City. The boy accidentally caught himself on fire while standing next to a burn barrel.

Utah's reservoir capacity soars past 80%. Here's which ones are now full

Utah's reservoir system is in a much better place with summer around the corner than last year, as what's left of the state's record-breaking snowpack continues to melt.

What Greek mythology has taught Utah's attorney general about navigating the rise of AI

Utah's attorney general spoke Thursday about the rise of artificial intelligence at the first annual Silicon Slopes Artificial Intelligence Summit on the campus of Utah Valley University.

Utah leaders working to protect Utah's elderly population from abuse, scams

On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Thursday, several organizations who focus on the needs of Utah's elderly population gathered in a virtual conference to discuss the problems with elder abuse and ways to help prevent it.

Review: Is 'The Flash' worth running to the theater?

I'm here to tell you that while I wasn't blown away by "The Flash," I did enjoy myself and think it has something to offer. Here are some reasons why I did and did not like "The Flash."

Air National Guardsman accused of posting classified information online is formally indicted

The Air National Guardsman accused of posting a trove of classified documents to social media has been formally indicted on six counts of willful retention and transmission of classified information related to national defense, the Justice Department announced on Thursday.

Ballpark residents concerned about recent crimes; police report decrease in violence

In the last week graffiti showed up on an apartment complex, car windows have been shot out and an elderly man was assaulted while on his morning walk.

2 girls sell lemonade to raise money for organ donor awareness in honor of their late sister

Myleigh and Makayla hope to carry on their sister's legacy.

Bill Cosby sued by 9 more women in Nevada for alleged decades-old sexual assaults

Nine more women are accusing Bill Cosby of sexual assault in a lawsuit that alleges he used what they call his "enormous power, fame and prestige" to victimize them.

Complaints of Title IX gender discrimination 'fairly common' at Utah schools

After KSL Investigators dug into sports inequity at Viewmont High School, stories came in from viewers with their own Title IX experiences.

How Alta's 'dirtiest' snow year ended its 2022 snowmelt process 2 weeks early

Accumulating dust resulted in the snowpack melting 17 days faster than it would have otherwise at a research site in Alta in 2022, a new Utah study finds.

Lawmaker: Schools can bypass review process if challenged library books violate 'bright line rule'

For the second time in a week, Utah lawmakers railed on Davis School District's process for challenging school library books and other instructional materials.

Tabernacle Choir, on tour in Mexico City, films music video at cathedral

The choir split up and shot in three video in different locations in the heart of Toluca, where there is a beautiful historical square that features a magnificent Catholic cathedral and the world's largest stained-glass botanical gardens.

Have You Seen This? Speedster sets a new world record for solving a Rubik's Cube

A speedster set a new record for solving a Rubik's Cube, the Guinness World Record organization said on Wednesday.

Utah leads nation in road rage incidents. Does state need to criminalize the deadly behavior?

Utah lawmakers have opened a bill file to consider ways to prevent the number of aggressive driving and road rage incidents on the state's roads.

Cases of check fraud escalate dramatically, with Americans warned not to mail checks if possible

Check fraud is back in a big way, fueled by a rise in organized crime that is forcing small businesses and individuals to take additional safety measures or to avoid sending checks through the mail altogether.

NBA draft: A look at some players the Jazz have on their radar

With a week to go before the draft, here are some of the players that have been in for workouts or who have otherwise been linked to the Jazz.

Suspect in mass shooting at Colorado gay nightclub expected to take plea deal

The suspect in a mass shooting at a Colorado Springs gay nightclub is expected to strike a plea deal to state murder and hate charges that would ensure at least a life sentence for the attack that killed five people and wounded 17.

Kamas woman charged with killing her husband files civil suit against his estate

A Kamas woman accused of killing her husband is now suing her deceased husband's estate, claiming she is entitled to equity on the nearly $2 million house they purchased together.

The Deseret News turns 173 today. Here's where we stand

On June 15, 1850, editor Willard Richards launched the Deseret News with a commitment "to promote the best interest" and "welfare" of its readers.

Sen. Mike Lee says law used to monitor Americans should be reformed

A law used by U.S. intelligence agencies to monitor the communications of American citizens should not be reauthorized without reform and additional oversight, Utah Sen. Mike Lee said at a hearing Tuesday.

Meet the BYU QB commit from Arizona recommended by Max Hall, Ty Detmer

Enoch Watson was light on pro-style experience before committing to BYU, but the 6-foot-3, 200-pound dual-threat quarterback comes with glowing recommendations from some former Cougar greats.

South Jordan man pleads guilty to shooting police officer in 2021

Malui Salesi Vehikite, 30, has pleaded guilty to shooting a South Jordan police officer in 2021, severing the femoral artery of the officer, shattering his femur and nearly killing him.

Judge rejects Lori Vallow Daybell's request for new trial due to jury instructions

A judge has ruled against Lori Vallow Daybell's request for a new trial.

Cool cars: 2 brothers love old trucks so much, they've lost count of how many they own

The Carrillos grew up loving old trucks and now have the literal poster model for the old truck movement.

Utah extends contract for Athletic Director Mark Harlan through 2028

After one of the most successful seasons in program history the university has extended the contract of its athletic director.

Truck full of teens traumatizing neighborhoods with water balloons, eggs

A woman recovering from neck surgery was injured by teens throwing water balloons from a truck. Another woman said they hit her daughter who has Down syndrome.

Supreme Court rejects challenge to Native American child welfare law

The Supreme Court has preserved the system that gives preference to Native American families in foster care and adoption proceedings of Native children. The justices rejected a broad attack from Republican-led states and white families who argued that the system is based on race.

For a 2nd straight year, BYU adds another 4-star tight end in California's Ryner Swanson

The Cougars' recruiting Class of 2025 got a much-needed boost Thursday with the commitment of four-star tight end Ryner Swanson, a 6-foot-4, 240-pound pass catcher from Laguna Beach, California.

8 reasons why you wake up tired, and how to fix it

You sleep for seven to eight hours almost every night, only to feel unrested through the morning or even most of the day. How could you be following a golden rule of sleep so right yet feel so wrong?

Utah archaeology students unearth artifacts in 1,000-year-old village

Approximately 30 university students are getting a hands-on opportunity to learn about the people who lived in Utah long before the pioneers arrived.

Utah man pleads guilty in crash that killed 2, but plea accounts for only 1 death

A Duchesne County man admitted to causing one death in a West Valley crash on New Year's Eve. But two people died in the crash and he was never charged with a second death.

6 things to know before you tow this summer

Towing requires a whole new set of driving skills and preparation. If you ignore the proper procedures and precautions, you risk causing serious damage to your cargo, family and others — and no one wants to ruin a trip before it even starts.

State agencies deal with shortage of dispatchers

Agencies across the Beehive State are dealing with staffing shortages for emergency responders.

Driver whose car vaulted over tow truck says: 'I thought I was going to die'

A woman whose car was captured on video vaulting into the air over a tow truck on a Georgia highway says she's recovering after two weeks in the hospital and several surgeries.

Ticketmaster, Live Nation agree to all-in prices as part of Biden war on junk fees

Live Nation and Ticketmaster will soon offer consumers all-in pricing on their popular ticket platforms, the White House announced as it convenes a meeting on Thursday to highlight efforts crack down on so-called junk fees.

Lee, Curtis propose more money to help the ailing Great Salt Lake

A proposed boost in federal money to help the Great Salt Lake watershed and the lake itself was introduced Wednesday in Congress by two GOP members of Utah's delegation.