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Great Salt Lake's hidden treasure to be largely left alone

07/31/2023 10:33pm
Don't expect shade, camping, trails or easy access. But the Great Salt Lake's third-largest island is still a gem worth exploring and celebrating.

Love local: St. George Downtown Farmers Market to hold anniversary celebration

07/31/2023 10:04pm
Celebrating one year at its new location, the St. George Downtown Farmers Market is throwing an epic celebration this weekend.

As number of injured wildlife increases in Utah, here's how many return to the wild

07/31/2023 9:32pm
Injuries to wildlife are increasing in Utah, with more human-wildlife interactions. Here's how many animals are able to return to the wild.

This ice cream has a secret ingredient: nitrogen

07/31/2023 9:01pm
Eighteen years ago, budding entrepreneurs Jerry and Naomi Hancock's burrito business was not covering the rent. They needed another product, something more to sell to stay open. 

Police stop fleeing vehicle after spikes cause all 4 tires to come off

07/31/2023 8:33pm
A man who police say fled from multiple agencies while going over 100 mph was stopped after officers successfully spiked all four of his tires.

Got a bug in your ear? Cicadas serenade southern Utah with 'summer love songs'

07/31/2023 8:26pm
Tapping, clicking, buzzing and whirring — just what is that sound? Southern Utah's cicadas are out and about serenading the southwest desert.

Do you believe in angels? About 7 in 10 U.S. adults do, a new poll shows

07/31/2023 8:02pm
About seven in 10 U.S. adults say they believe in angels, according to a new poll by the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.

Utah man on probation for assaulting woman is arrested in new sex assault case

07/31/2023 7:34pm
A Salt Lake man placed on probation in February in a sexual battery and kidnapping case has been arrested and accused of sexually assaulting a woman during a first date.

How many Utah children spent a night at a homeless shelter last month?

07/31/2023 7:02pm
The total number of people accessing homeless services in Utah rose by 10% in June and the number of people exiting the system fell by 45%, according to the homeless data dashboard.

Put the steam mop down! Here are the best ways to clean each type of flooring

07/31/2023 7:00pm - SPONSORED
Whether your home is sporting carpet, hardwood, luxury vinyl, ceramic tile or laminate, there's a brush, broom, mop or method recommended specifically for your floor. Extend the life of your flooring with these cleaning recommendations.

As Utah enters fall camp, defense a strength while QB questions remain

07/31/2023 6:36pm
It may be 90-plus degrees outside, but summer has officially ended. Football season is back.

Angus Cloud, 'Euphoria' star, dead at 25

07/31/2023 5:23pm
Angus Cloud, a rising actor best known for his role in the HBO drama "Euphoria," has died, his family announced Monday.

Report: Salt Lake City home to most competitive rental market in the West

07/31/2023 5:03pm
Despite a slight softening in Salt Lake City's rental market compared to a year ago, there are still plenty of factors that make finding a place to live in the area burdensome for renters.

What role will parents' rights play in the 2024 presidential election?

07/31/2023 4:48pm - PARTNER
Glenn Youngkin's victory shows the power of parents to motivate a base. But will the strategy work in the general election?

Utah lawmaker running bill to keep sexuality, politics, religion out of Utah classrooms

07/31/2023 4:35pm
A different version of a controversial bill over what can be discussed in Utah classrooms is coming back next legislative session.

Our bears are real, a Chinese zoo says, denying they are 'humans in disguise'

07/31/2023 4:04pm
A zoo in eastern China is denying suggestions some of its bears might be people in costumes after photos of the animals standing like humans circulated online.

Have You Seen This? Little boy, big fish

07/31/2023 3:33pm
The first time catching a fish is a big moment for anybody, but this little boy couldn't contain his excitement.

Nonprofit pushing Utah athletes with disabilities forward

07/31/2023 3:04pm
Wasatch Adaptive Sports, a nonprofit organization dedicated to help fund scholarships, instructors and technology, is hosting a fundraising event from July 15 to Aug. 19.

4 insurance considerations for your summer road trip

07/31/2023 3:00pm - SPONSORED
To ensure you're covered on your next adventure, here are four insurance considerations you'll want to check before heading out the door.

Black Chamber event brings top Motown group to Salt Lake City

07/31/2023 2:31pm
The Utah Black Chamber of Commerce will hold its business expo and Motown concert Aug. 8, 5-9 p.m., at the Gallivan Center in Salt Lake City.

8-year-old survives cougar attack in Washington state national park

07/31/2023 2:05pm
National Park Service rangers say an 8-year-old child has survived a cougar attack with minor injuries. The attack happened Saturday during a camping trip in Olympic National Park in Washington state.

Here's everything coming and going on Netflix in August

07/31/2023 1:33pm
Here's a look at what's coming to Netflix in August.

Crashing is part of mountain biking — making safety measures even more important

07/31/2023 1:04pm
Doctors and mountain bikers shared safety advice at an Intermountain Health event at Woodward Park City this weekend, teaching children how to avoid concussions.

2nd Weber County Jail inmate found dead within 10 days

07/31/2023 12:29pm
An inmate at the Weber County Jail in Ogden was found dead Monday, marking the second death at the jail in 10 days.

Utah little league team gets a second chance at World Series Championship

07/31/2023 12:00pm
The Snow Canyon Little League baseball team is headed to Regionals with one goal: win it all there so they get another chance in Pennsylvania.

Pee-wee Herman actor Paul Reubens dies from cancer at 70

07/31/2023 11:36am
Paul Reubens, the actor and comedian whose character Pee-wee Herman became a cultural phenomenon through films and TV shows, has died.

4 activities you should add to your backyard for outdoor summer fun

07/31/2023 11:00am - SPONSORED
There's no need to hop in your car and drive several miles through the sweltering heat to enjoy a little outdoor summer fun.

Texas woman arrested after nearly running over 2 Utah officers, police say

07/31/2023 11:00am
A woman was arrested over the weekend after nearly running over two police officers in Gunnison, claiming she was trying to get away from being forced into sex trafficking in Texas, police say.

Patrick Kinahan: Utah faces tough decisions with tenuous Pac-12

07/31/2023 10:29am
The infamous tweet, one of many similar posts along the same vein, indicated the strong intentions of the Pac-12 staying intact despite multiple defections.

Judge denies request to pull Celeste Maloy from special election ballot

07/31/2023 10:10am
A judge denied a request Monday to grant a temporary restraining order to remove Celeste Maloy's name from the 2nd Congressional District special election, after a candidate challenged her eligibility.

Logan man charged with leading police on 50-mile chase with speeds nearing 130 mph

07/31/2023 10:06am
A Logan man was charged Monday with leading Utah police on a chase with speeds reaching 130 mph in central Utah.

College-educated, high-wage workers most at risk for replacement by AI

07/31/2023 9:32am
Among a host of worries about emerging artificial intelligence tools, the most near-horizon concern may be about AI inching closer to replacing flesh-and-bone workers.

Judge orders life without parole for Lori Vallow Daybell's 'heinous crimes'

07/31/2023 8:58am
Lori Daybell was sentenced to life without parole for murdering two children and conspiring to kill a romantic rival. But she said Monday, "Jesus Christ knows no one was murdered in this case."

Quest Diagnostics launches Alzheimer's blood test for consumers

07/31/2023 8:39am
Quest Diagnostics on Monday launched the first direct-to-consumer blood test to detect abnormal levels of beta amyloid, a key Alzheimer's protein which can appear years before dementia symptoms arise.

Utah woman lost 100 pounds in 1 year: Here's how

07/31/2023 8:00am - SPONSORED
When Angie showed up at Health Utah, she was struggling with fibromyalgia, extreme fatigue, insulin resistance, depression, systemic inflammation and metabolic syndrome.

President Joe Biden to visit Utah next week

07/31/2023 7:52am
President Joe Biden will visit Utah, Arizona and New Mexico next week, the White House said.

In summer heat, bear spotted in Southern California backyard Jacuzzi

07/31/2023 7:45am
Police in the Southern California city of Burbank found a bear sitting in a Jacuzzi behind a home in a residential neighborhood.

Consumer demand for speed and convenience drives labor unrest among workers

07/31/2023 7:22am
Drastic changes in consumer demands are driving labor unrest in diverse industries upended by technology. Hollywood actors and writers and UPS delivery drivers are among workers fighting for better pay and working conditions.

Trump aide appears in court charged with obstruction in classified documents case

07/31/2023 6:54am
An aide to former President Donald Trump appeared in Miami federal court on Monday to face charges he tried to help the former president hide secret documents taken upon leaving office.

Utah refugees need help with back to school supplies  

07/31/2023 6:20am
Kids are getting ready to go back to school in just a few weeks and a Utah group is hoping to create that confidence for students but needs your help.