Following win over Jazz, Kings coach Mike Brown calls for change after mass shooting in Maine

As Brown was on the way to the game Wednesday, he was told the news: Up to 22 people had been killed in a mass shooting spree in Maine. After the contest, that's all he could focus on.

Performing arts students spend a day learning at Eccles Theatre

Nearly 200 students from the Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts spent the day at the Eccles Theatre in downtown Salt Lake City Tuesday attending master classes, learning what it takes to create a Broadway touring production.

Rep. Burgess Owens endorses Arizona's Kari Lake for Senate

Utah Congressman Burgess Owens has endorsed Arizona Republican Kari Lake in the 2024 Senate race.

Keyonte George feels like he belongs after Jazz's season-opening loss to Kings

There wasn't a lot to smile about in Utah's season-opening loss. So why then did a smile creep out of Keyonte George?

Israel agrees to US request to delay Gaza invasion, WSJ reports

Israel has agreed to delay the invasion of Gaza for now, so the U.S. can rush missile defenses to the region, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday, citing U.S. and Israeli officials.

1 killed in hit-and-run crash on State Street

A woman died Wednesday night after a hit-and-run crash in Salt Lake City, police said.

Great Salt Lake needs '8M acre-feet' of water; group presents goals to get there

The Utah Rivers Council unveiled its 4200 Project which includes 12 recommendations such as restructuring water rates and banning ornamental grass altogether in Utah.

Police hunt for man linked to major mass shootings in Lewiston, Maine

Hundreds of police searched the city of Lewiston and surrounding areas of Maine state for a man sought in connection with mass shootings at a bar and a bowling alley, as news outlets reported a death toll ranging from 16 to 22, with dozens more wounded.

Idaho governor signs agreement to extradite Lori Vallow Daybell to Arizona

Gov. Brad Little has signed an executive agreement to extradite Lori Vallow Daybell to Arizona on conspiracy to commit murder charges.

Temporary sanctioned campground in Salt Lake City hits snag, potential delay

The temporary sanctioned homeless campground announced in September by state and Salt Lake City officials has hit a snag with no operator selected by the anticipated deadline.

Workers reach a deal with Ford, a breakthrough toward ending strikes against Detroit automakers

The United Auto Workers union says it has reached a tentative contract agreement with Ford that could be a breakthrough to end the nearly 6-week-old strikes against Detroit automakers.

Utah nonprofits bring state leaders together for symposium aimed at stopping child sexual abuse

The Policy Project and other partners hosted the Safe Symposium to draw public attention to and create solutions around the issue of child sexual abuse.

QUIZ: What do you know about La Llorona?

Don't forget to enter your email address for the chance to win four meal cards to Café Rio!

2 Utahns killed in small plane crash in California

Two Utahns were killed last Friday in a small airplane crash in California.

DWR urges drivers to slow down due to daylight saving time

As daylight saving time approaches, DWR is asking drivers to keep an eye out for wildlife visiting the valleys looking for food in the dark.

More men are caring for frail parents, spouses. Here's what kind of help they need

As more men step into the role of caregiver for aging and frail parents or spouses, they face challenges that may be different from those faced by other caregivers. And their approach to the job may disadvantage them.

Gov. Cox announces trade partnership between Utah and Mexico

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox announced a "strategic partnership" with Mexico to promote trade and cultural exchange between the allies.

Donald Trump fined $10K for second gag order violation in civil fraud case

Donald Trump was fined $10,000 on Wednesday after the New York judge overseeing his civil fraud trial said the former U.S. president violated a gag order for a second time.

Salt Lake City Mission in need of holiday donations for Harvest for the Hungry

Salt Lake City Mission is in need of public donations to prepare for helping families in need during the holidays.

Woman critically injured, dog killed in crash in Spanish Fork

A woman was critically injured in a crash involving a semitruck and a car in Spanish Fork on Wednesday afternoon.

Sens. Mitt Romney, Mike Lee react to new House speaker

Utah Sens. Mike Lee and Mitt Romney had different reactions to the news Louisiana Rep. Mike Johnson was poised to take over as House speaker.

It's finally time to buy a vacation rental in St. George

Enjoying a snowy weekend in Park City and the next weekend playing golf through red rocks is no longer just a dream!

Nashville police chief's son, wanted in the shooting of 2 officers, found dead after car chase

Authorities say the estranged son of Nashville's police chief, who was wanted in the shooting of two police officers, was found dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound after leading police on a chase in a stolen car. Police had been searching for 38-year-old John Drake Jr. since Saturday.

Why minding your posture is minding your mood

A recent study showed good posture can lead to an increased sense of well-being.

US new home sales accelerate in September

Sales of new U.S. single-family homes surged in September, boosted by a chronic shortage of previously owned houses, but mortgage rates approaching 8% could curb demand.

Get Gephardt: How to avoid credit repair or debt relief scams

Getting debt under control can feel overwhelming, so many of us turn to professionals for credit repair help.

Conservation group challenging mountain lion hunting law, argue animals could go extinct

Wildlife conservation groups are hoping to overturn a new state law that allows year-round mountain lion hunting and trapping, raising concerns about the potential extinction of Utah's mountain lions.

More than 300 pounds of marijuana seized in 2 Utah traffic stops

Two stops for minor traffic violations in Utah on Tuesday resulted in large drug busts.

'Shaft' star Richard Roundtree, considered the first Black action movie hero, has died at 81

Richard Roundtree, the trailblazing actor for Black filmmakers who starred as the ultra-smooth private detective in the 1971 action movie "Shaft" and several sequels, has died. He was 81. Roundtree was considered as the "first Black action hero."

What I learned as lead researcher on the new Romney biography

Samuel Benson, Deseret News' national political correspondent, was the lead researcher for "Romney: A Reckoning," the new bombshell biography of Mitt Romney by McKay Coppins.

Criminal charges filed against alleged drug organization manager in Moab

A Moab man is facing numerous drug and weapons related charges after a search warrant was served on his home.

Winter weather advisory, freeze watch issued for Utah ahead of wintry storm

A storm arriving in Utah may produce up to 10 inches of snow or more in the Wasatch Mountains, while the valleys could receive first freeze of the season.

Will Hardy isn't feeling comfortable in Year 2 — that's good news for Jazz fans

The Jazz open up Hardy's second campaign with the Sacramento Kings Wednesday at the Delta Center, starting what will be at least a six-month roller coaster ride.

Utah ski resorts take 1st and 2nd place in Ski Magazine's western rankings

Utah is well represented in Ski Magazine's list of top 30 Western ski resorts, with Powder Mountain taking first place, Snowbasin second and two more making the top 10.

Man used machete on skateboarder he thought was a fish, police say

A man sentenced less than two months ago for threatening people with a knife has been arrested for allegedly cutting a skateboarder with a machete, apparently believing the victim was a fish.

Sione Vaki's offensive success raises questions about his future role on defense

Sione Vaki has emerged as a critical piece of Utah's offense. A safety by trade, might Vaki move to offense permanently.

Auction for Post Malone guitar helps more than a dozen Utah veterans

Chris Nelson was the winner of an auctioned Post Malone guitar — the funds raised will now help over a dozen veterans.

Hurricane Otis batters Acapulco, rips across southern Pacific coast before weakening

Hurricane Otis ripped through Mexico's southern Pacific coast as a powerful Category 5 storm, tearing through buildings in the resort city of Acapulco, ravaging roads and leaving large swaths of the southwestern state of Guerrero without power or cellphone service.

Expect $80B in losses if the 'big one' shakes Utah

The results of a magnitude 7.0 earthquake along the Wasatch Front would be devastating in economic losses, research suggests.

New pill for postpartum depression could mean more Utah women get treatment

Doctors hope FDA approval of a pill for postpartum depression called Zuranolone (under the brand name Zurzuvae) could raise awareness and increase treatment options for this debilitating condition.

Riverton man sentenced to prison for drugging, raping and trafficking teenage girls

A Riverton man was sentenced to prison on Monday for giving drugs to two teenage girls and sexually abusing them. One victim told her story at the hearing.

Republican Mike Johnson elected US House speaker, ending leadership vacuum

The U.S. House of Representatives elected Republican Mike Johnson, a conservative with little leadership experience, as speaker on Wednesday, ending a turbulent three weeks that left the rudderless chamber unable to carry out any of its basic duties.

West Valley business burglarized on 5 separate occasions in 6 months

A business owner in West Valley City said he feels violated after he and his business partners have been burglarized on five separate occasions.

Romney, Lee urge colleagues to keep greater sage grouse off endangered species list

Utah Sens. Mitt Romney and Mike Lee argue that state plans to manage the greater sage grouse are more helpful than federal protections.