Gov. Cox: 'No city on earth more prepared for an Olympics' than Salt Lake

What may be Utah's final pitch for the 2030 or 2034 Winter Games focused on how hosting another Olympics in the state could help an increasingly troubled world, Gov. Spencer Cox said.

Utah Jazz's NBA Cup hopes dashed in 'really tough game' against Lakers

The Jazz were completely uncompetitive against the Los Angeles Lakers in a 131-99 loss at Crypto.com Arena.

'Gaslighting on a global scale': 6 Tim Ballard accusers speak publicly for the first time

Six people who have accused Operation Underground Railroad founder Tim Ballard of sexual assaults in a series of lawsuits spoke publicly for the first time Tuesday.

Utah municipal election results: See the winners of Tuesday's mayoral, city council races

KSL.com will update Utah's municipal election results as polls close and ballots are tabulated Tuesday night.

New York's Adult Survivors Act launched over 2,500 sex abuse suits. Now, it's expiring

A yearlong suspension of the legal time limit to sue over sexual assaults against adults in New York has led to a tidal wave of claims on behalf of women who were incarcerated.

Majority of Americans, especially women, feel overwhelmed by group texts

Group texts can be hard to navigate because they come from our closest family members and friends. A social media researcher and an etiquette expert recommend using boundaries and technology to take control, without ruining relationships.

Mendenhall takes heated Salt Lake mayoral race after Rocky throws in the towel

Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall is headed for a second term.

Salem city officials approve development of high-end golf club, private resort

Salem city officials have approved the development of a high-end private golf club resort community, clearing the way for real estate company High Ground Development to start the next phase of development on Three Bridges.

IRS delays reporting rules for users of Venmo, Cash App and other payment apps

Users of Venmo, Cash App and other payment apps will get a tax reprieve this year. The IRS announced Tuesday it will delay implementing new reporting requirements that were to take effect for the upcoming tax filing season.

Body found in canal near Salt Lake airport

Salt Lake police discovered a body in a surplus canal by the Salt Lake City International Airport.

Celeste Maloy declared winner of 2nd Congressional District election, per AP

Celeste Maloy was declared the winner of Tuesday's special election for Utah's 2nd Congressional District seat, defeating Kathleen Riebe, according to the Associated Press.

Utah, Tom Farden 'mutually agree to part ways'; Dockendorf to serve as gymnastics coach

Just days after he was put on administrative leave, Utah gymnastics head coach Tom Farden and the university have "mutually agreed to part ways," the university announced Tuesday night.

Top-25 Cougs? BYU basketball has 'a chance to prove' itself in Las Vegas

The first four games of the 2023-24 season have been good to BYU men's basketball, ranked No. 14 in KenPom's predictive metrics and receiving votes in the AP Top 25 after a 4-0 start. But how good are the Cougars?

Suspect in Colorado mass shooting that left 3 dead has been arrested, sheriff's office says

The man suspected of killing three people and seriously wounding a fourth in rural Colorado has been arrested, the Custer County Sheriff's Office said.

61-year-old Moab man killed in car crash

A 61-year-old man was killed Tuesday morning when his car was hit by a semitruck U.S. 191 in Moab.

Video shows Sandy officer firing multiple shots quickly at teen as van approaches

Body camera videos released Tuesday show a Sandy police officer firing multiple rounds at a 16-year-old boy driving a stolen van on Nov. 9. The teen died later that night.

With several big races up for grabs, Utah voters head to the polls

Voters around Utah will have a say in several key races on Election Day.

Man accused of hitting officer, trying to steal patrol car

A man was arrested by West Valley police and accused of hitting an officer and trying to steal a marked patrol car.

Have You Seen This? Kids swarm the 'good candy' house like locusts

Watch what happens when the neighborhood kids discover which house is giving out king-sized candy bars.

Israeli government approves deal for release of 50 Gaza hostages, truce

Israel's government voted on Wednesday to back a deal for Palestinian Hamas militants to free 50 women and children held as hostages in Gaza in exchange for a four-day pause in fighting, the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.

Ivins City Council revises city's sensitive land ordinance

In a unanimous vote, the Ivins City Council last Thursday added language to its sensitive lands ordinance, which members say gives better clarification as to what is protected land in the city and what is not.

Americans say money can buy happiness. Here's the price tag

In the search for happiness — and who doesn't want that? — 6 in 10 Americans think a key ingredient is money. Lots of money.

Home sales slumped to slowest pace in more than 13 years in October as prices, borrowing costs, soar

Sales of previously occupied homes slumped in October to their slowest pace in more than 13 years, as surging mortgage rates and rising prices kept many prospective homebuyers on the sidelines.

Over 20 Utah waterbodies remain tainted by toxic algae – what hunters should know

With seasonal monitoring for known toxic algal blooms coming to an end, the Utah Department of Environmental Quality is advising the public to remain cautious when near tainted waterbodies, especially when out hunting with dogs.

Hat worn by Napoleon sold for $2.1M at auction of French emperor's belongings

A faded, cracked felt hat worn by Napoléon Bonaparte sold for $2.1 million at an auction Sunday of the French emperor's belongings.

3 from Centerville contracting company arrested in labor trafficking investigation

Three people have been arrested and four others are expected to be arrested as part of a labor trafficking investigation of a Centerville contracting company.

North Korea claims it launched first spy satellite, promises more

North Korea said it successfully placed its first spy satellite in orbit on Tuesday and vowed to launch more in the near future, defying international condemnation from the United States and its allies.

Utah's many strengths garner top ratings for economy and life in general

Utah is no stranger to high praise, but 2023 brought one of the highest honors a state can receive.

Utah man accused of giving teens THC vapes in exchange for sex

A man already facing a charge of drug distribution has been charged with giving THC vapes to teen girls in exchange for sexual acts.

Church-related scams may be more common than you think

A man impersonating a Catholic priest recently stole $500 from a church in Houston

Patrick Kinahan: Utah's beloved Pac-12 football sadly dies

Like all bittersweet goodbyes, the impending divorce impacts the literally millions of people connected to the long-term relationship.

Salt Lake City-Utah Committee for the Games to meet with IOC's Future Host Commission

Tuesday could mark a big day in the efforts to bring the Olympics back to Utah as Salt Lake's committee meets with the International Olympic Committee.

Holiday shopping delayed as economy bounces back from pandemic

Holiday shopping isn't taking off as early as it has in the past few years. However, an economist says it's the economy returning to normal.

Utes mailbag: Rising is back, so who will take the most QB reps in the 2024 spring game?

Cam Rising will return to Utah in 2024 as a seventh-year senior.

Light pole falls at Disneyland during high winds; 1 person sent to hospital, 2 others injured

One person was transported to a local hospital with "serious injuries" and two others were injured after a light pole fell at Disneyland Park on Monday morning, Sgt. Jon McClintock, public information officer with Anaheim Public Safety, told CNN.

Why people with back pain are loving Twinkle Beds mattresses. Enter to win a Luxury Sleep Bed Bundle!

Take the sleep myths quiz and enter to win a Luxury Sleep Bed Bundle!

Why Gov. Gary Herbert is backing a new AG candidate after appointing Sean Reyes

Former Utah Gov. Gary Herbert appointed current Attorney General Sean Reyes to the office 11 years ago. So why is he now backing another candidate?

'A second chance': Iron County woman shot by police sentenced to jail, probation

A woman who was wounded by officers' gunfire during an armed confrontation in Iron County in January has been sentenced to one year in jail, plus three years of probation.

Mild hearing loss and falls often go together

Experts say wearing hearing aids may help with balance and prevent dangerous falls.

Driving or flying before feasting? Here are some tips for Thanksgiving travelers

More than 55 million people are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home for Thanksgiving, and there's no Butterball hotline to help them with any bumps along the way.