White House asks Congress for funds that could send millions to Utah to combat opioid crisis

The Biden Administration is asking Congress to approve billions in emergency funds to combat the opioid crisis in a targeted approach that officials say will bolster border security, and send millions in federal funds to states.

3s, tempo, and J-Rob: 5 takeaways from BYU's exhibition win over Life Pacific

Jaxson Robinson poured in 20 points including 6-of-9 3-point shooting, and Spencer Johnson added 18 points and five assists as BYU pulled away for an 83-55 win over Life Pacific.

Amid all the recalls, experts show how to know which eye drops are safe to use

Amid a plethora of eye drop recalls and don't-use warnings, consumers could be forgiven for wondering if eye drops are safe.

Jazz find some belief with blowout win over Grizzlies

The Jazz (2-3) made easy work of the visiting Grizzlies (0-5), cruising to an easy win Wednesday at the Delta Center.

'Exceedingly violent': Utahn ordered to serve 45 years for 2018 Indian reservation killing

A federal judge emphasized the need to protect the public when he sentenced Brandon Redfoot, 28, to 45 years in prison Wednesday for shooting and killing Julio Rodriguez in 2018.

Woman hit, killed by car in St. George

A woman was killed Wednesday night after getting hit by a car in St. George.

Utah homeless families with children face limited options going into winter

Families with children who are experiencing homelessness face limited options again this year as Utah begins to experience winter temperatures.

It sounds like UVU President Astrid Tuminez, but is it really her?

To the unsuspecting, an avatar talking about digital safety and awareness appears to be voiced by Utah Valley University President Astrid Tuminez.

No. 6 BYU women's soccer rolls into Big 12 tourney final with 4-1 win over UCF

No. 2-seeded and sixth-ranked BYU cruised into the Big 12 Tournament championship match with a 4-1 win over sixth-seeded UCF on Wednesday in Austin, Texas.

Gas-powered leaf blowers exchange program launched to help clean the air

A program was launched Wednesday in which people can turn in a gas-powered leaf blower for a voucher for a new electric-powered leaf blower.

Donald Trump Jr. says he played minor role in company finances

Donald Trump's son Donald Trump Jr. testified on Wednesday that he had little to do with preparing financial documents at the family real-estate company that a judge has found fraudulent, in a trial that could hobble the former U.S. president's business empire.

Privacy, cybersecurity concerns raised over Utah social media age verification rule

Several commenters expressed concern with privacy over Utah's new social media age verification rule during a public hearing by the Division of Consumer Protection.

Ambulance struck while responding to emergency call, injuring 3

An ambulance was struck by a vehicle while responding to a call, injuring three people.

3 men sue church over use of tithing funds, humanitarian donations

Three men allege in a federal lawsuit filed Tuesday that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints misrepresented how it used tens of thousands of dollars in donations they made over the past 10 years.

There's big support for France's Winter Olympic bid — but also opposition

France's bid for the 2030 Winter Games is supported by three-quarters of one of the nation's two Alpine regions that hope to host the Olympics, according to a new poll that's been called "bogus" by opponents.

Bob Knight, Indiana's combustible coaching giant, dies at age 83

The turbulent and brilliant basketball coach Bob Knight has died. Knight's family made the announcement Wednesday night on social media, saying he was surrounded by family at his home in Bloomington, Indiana.

Sens. Lee, Romney impatient with Biden administration's lack of action at southern border

Utah's senators spoke harshly of the Biden administration's border policies Tuesday as border patrol encounters approached 270,000 per month and 2.5 million per year for the first time ever.

Man brandishing swords shot, killed by police in Cottonwood Heights

Police officers shot and killed a man who they say was holding two swords in Cottonwood Heights late Tuesday after responding to a domestic violence call.

Missionary work expands as Church of Jesus Christ plans to open 36 new missions, 3 in Utah

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced it will be opening 36 missions in July 2024. Each stake in Utah will have its own set of missionaries, church leaders said.

Ragnar to bring back 200-mile Wasatch Back relay race in time for 20th anniversary

Ragnar Events says it plans to bring back its massive Ragnar Wasatch Back race in 2024 for the first time in five years and in time for the event's 20th anniversary.

Salt Lake woman arrested in shooting last year now charged in new shooting case

A Salt Lake woman is facing criminal charges accusing her of shooting a man in the chest in West Jordan.

Have You Seen This? BYU engineers help Mark Rober make the world's smallest dart blaster

Brigham Young University engineers helped YouTuber Mark Rober build one of the world's smallest dart blasters.

New report outlines fiscal implications of Utah's declining school-age population

K-12 school enrollment has declined in recent years, and data from a new Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute report says it is expected to continue over the next decade.

White House announces $1.3B for 3 new massive transmission lines, including in Utah

The Biden administration is announcing it will spend $1.3 billion of new federal funding to help create three new, massive electrical transmission lines in the Southwest and New England, in an effort to improve the nation's power grid and get more renewable energy into America's homes and businesses.

Would a federal NIL law save college sports?

Coalition for the Future of College Athletics says NIL mostly positive for athletes but poses long-term threat to sports.

Jury convicts Salt Lake man of murdering 18-year-old he believed had stolen alcohol

A Salt Lake man has been convicted of murder after shooting and killing an 18-year-old who was running from his home in 2021. He believed the man had stolen alcohol from his party.

How could UAW deals with automakers impact car prices?

The United Auto Workers Union has reached tentative agreements with the Big Three automakers, which could end a six-week strike.

Who is Carolyn Phippen? Meet the latest GOP candidate for Romney's Senate seat

Carolyn Phippen, a former legislative candidate and director of an education-based group focused on individual rights, has announced her candidacy for Sen. Mitt Romney's seat in 2024.

Utah therapist charged with sexually abusing patient with mental capacity of a child

A man who prosecutors say was the physical therapist for a woman with a severe mental disability has been charged with sexually abusing the patient.

Salt Lake City unveils concept design for 'Green Loop' proposed to surround downtown

Newly released design concept images show how the first segment of a proposed "Green Loop" to surround downtown Salt Lake City could look.

Downtown Salt Lake City's newest school nearly doubles in one year

American Heritage School has swelled to 203 students this year from 115 last fall.

Co-pilot indicted in Utah, accused of threatening to shoot the captain if the flight was diverted

Authorities say a co-pilot threatened to shoot the captain if the plane was diverted to take care of a passenger who needed medical attention.

Vandals hit 3 homes under construction in St. George; public asked to help ID suspects

Three nearly completed homes in a new subdivision off of Southern Parkway in St. George were vandalized a little more than a week ago.

Day of the Dead is full of longstanding traditions meant to honor ancestors

Día de los Muertos, known in English as Day of the Dead, is a time-honored tradition in Mexico with origins that go back thousands of years.

Utah runner embarks on 800-mile race for a child in need of adoption

Mike McKnight is setting out to run over 800 miles from Mexico to southern Utah, to raise awareness for a special child waiting to be adopted.

Saving lives of furry friends: Roosevelt Animal Shelter's achievement

Roosevelt Animal Shelter was recently awarded a plaque for being a no-kill shelter, meaning it saves at least 90% of its animals from euthanasia.

'Process driven': Aggies seeking important win at San Diego State

The Aggies are slightly favored to win the matchup, but it's a game that could go either way.

Springville camping trailer salesman sentenced for fraud

A son was sentenced on Tuesday for communications fraud, after he represented to a customer that the family's camping trailer business could fulfill his order and accepted a down payment. The father was sentenced earlier after pleading guilty.

Fed keeps rates unchanged, acknowledges economy is 'strong'

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday but left the door open to a further increase in borrowing costs.

Woman arrested, accused of shooting her boyfriend on Halloween

Weber County deputies arrested a woman for investigation of attempted murder after she allegedly shot her 43-year-old boyfriend Tuesday in Hooper.

Got an app idea? We can build it!

Whether you're a small business owner, you're working on building the world's next greatest idea or you want to improve what you've already got, building an app is a worthwhile cause.

How much food do Utahns waste each year? It's more than you think

On average, U.S. households toss $907 worth of food out each year, sometimes needlessly.

3 charged in connection with 2020 fatal shooting near Millcreek car wash

Unified police believe they have solved the shooting death of a man who was killed outside a Millcreek car wash three years ago.

Another wave of Israeli strikes hit Gaza refugee camp as crossing opens for foreigners, wounded

Palestinian officials say Israeli airstrikes have hit apartment buildings in a Gaza refugee camp for the second day in a row. Meanwhile, the territory's only functioning border post opened to allow foreign passport holders to leave for the first time since war broke out over three weeks ago.

Man serving life sentences for double murder admits guilt in child pornography case

Jerrod Baum, a Juab County man serving life sentences for murdering a young Utah couple, has pleaded guilty to attempted sexual exploitation of a minor, a third-degree felony.

Request for spare tire leads to shooting at Millcreek apartment complex

Police are looking for a person who shot two men in Millcreek early Wednesday. A third man was pistol-whipped during the incident.

Utah leaders appeal dismissal of Bears Ears, Grand Staircase-Escalante monuments lawsuit

Utah filed an appeal Tuesday after a judge dismissed the state's lawsuit against President Biden's designation of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments.