UDOT plans to build 3 new wildlife underpasses

A recent grant to UDOT has the agency thinking of new ways to improve road safety involving wildlife. 

Police: 2 men deported multiple times arrested again in Utah on drug charges

Two men were arrested after Cottonwood Heights police confiscated thousands of dollars' worth of drugs earlier this week.

Aggies put on offensive showcase, dominate San Diego 108-81

Just about everything went the Aggies' way in a win Wednesday evening as Utah State conquered WCC foe San Diego for their seventh straight win.

'I didn't grasp the realness of the situation': Students, airman relive Layton rescue

Layton Christian Academy students and a Hill Air Force Base airman are recalling the rescue of a mother and her two young children who were pinned underneath a car. 

On the wrong side of history: Jazz lose by 50 in 'masterpiece' of poor play

The Jazz have gone nearly 16 calendar years since a regular-season triple-double. Luka Doncic had one in the first half Wednesday in Dallas.

Unified police search for hit-and-run driver who hit Magna teen

Unified police are looking for the driver responsible for hitting a 13-year-old and fleeing from the scene early Tuesday morning.

Working dog travels 700 miles home after stint in the St. George Animal Shelter

The woman who dropped Hank off at the St. George Animal Shelter said he was found locally, but workers there soon learned he was actually about 700 miles from home.

Utah House Democratic leader named president of National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators

Utah House Minority Leader Angela Romero, D-Salt Lake City, was installed as the new president of the National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators over the weekend.

Cox, legislative leaders meet with Israeli consul general amid Hamas war

Gov. Spencer Cox and top legislative leaders met with the consul general of Israel to the Pacific Southwest to discuss trade and diplomacy on Wednesday.

Nevada grand jury indicts 6 Republicans who falsely certified that Trump won the state in 2020

A Nevada grand jury has indicted six Republicans who submitted certificates to Congress falsely declaring Donald Trump the winner of the 2020 presidential election, making the Western swing state the third to seek charges against so-called "fake electors."

Salt Lake City approves affordable housing incentives, 'Fleet Block' rezone as it seeks density

A pair of votes by the Salt Lake City Council on Tuesday night set up sweeping zoning changes and projects that favor affordable housing.

McDonald's aims for unprecedented growth over the next 4 years with 10K new stores

McDonald's said Wednesday that it aims to have 50,000 restaurants worldwide by the end of 2027.

Missing Salt Lake 12-year-old found safe, police say

Police officers say a 12-year-old boy who went missing in Salt Lake City earlier this week has been located and is safe.

Have You Seen This? Hikers capture aftermath of rockslide at Zion National Park

Hikers at Zion National Park captured the aftermath of a rockslide near Weeping Rock in an up-close video.

RFK Jr. sues Utah lieutenant governor over filing deadline for presidential candidates

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sued Utah's lieutenant governor and elections director, alleging the state's deadline to file signatures is unconstitutionally restrictive.

Nikki Haley is targeted in the 4th Republican debate by her rivals

Nikki Haley is facing new criticism in the opening moments of the fourth debate for Republican presidential hopefuls. Time is running out for the shrinking field to shake up a race that's been dominated by former President Donald Trump.

Sexual exploitation case against Bluffdale social worker dismissed

Charges against a Bluffdale family therapist accused of downloading child pornography has been dismissed after it was determined he was not properly administered his Miranda rights.

Time, patience paying off in BYU basketball's 8-0 start

Sometimes the difference between a .500 team in the West Coast Conference and one of six unbeaten teams in the Big 12 is time.

Senate impasse over border policy continues to threaten aid to Ukraine and Israel

A partisan clash between Senate Republicans and Democrats over border policy continues to threaten the effort to send badly needed foreign aid to key U.S. allies as time and money are running out for Ukraine.

Police say 3 dead, fourth wounded and shooter also dead in UNLV attack

A gunman killed three people and critically wounded a fourth Wednesday at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas before being killed in a shootout with police, authorities said.

Get Gephardt helps Bountiful homeowner who says he can't get roofing company to make warranty repair

When Daniel Reeder moved into his Bountiful home, he quickly realized its synthetic, membrane roofing had a problem. Some of its adhesive began peeling.

Family sues Panera, saying its caffeinated lemonade led to Florida man's cardiac arrest

The family of a 46-year-old Florida man has filed a wrongful death and negligence lawsuit against a restaurant chain, claiming its caffeine-filled lemonade drink led to his death.

Ogden Valley project gets preliminary OK amid worries area will become another Park City

Amid heated debate, Weber County commissioners preliminarily approved a rezone request for a controversial development plan in Eden.

New Mexico hires Bronco Mendenhall as its new football coach

New Mexico has hired Bronco Mendenhall as its new head football coach.

Q&A: Tom Holmoe talks football, Kalani Sitake, scheduling and more

Before receiving the Toner Award for excellence in athletic administration Tuesday, the AD answered questions about the state of BYU sports.

'Showing light': Southern Utah rabbis speak of Hanukkah's significance during Israel-Hamas War

This Hanukkah season is an important holiday for southern Utah's Jewish community during a time of war between Israeli forces and Hamas militants half a world away.

Behind the billboard: meet the business bringing color scriptures to life

To help members fall in love with their physical scriptures all over again, one Utah company is making bright, colorful scriptures for those who want to create a treasured keepsake.

Gov. Cox's budget asks for child care funding

Gov. Spencer Cox's budget proposal includes some money to help with child care in Utah — both the cost for families and the space for centers.

'A big deal': National air show considering Wendover as future site

Wendover, Utah, is one of six towns being considered as the new home for the National Championship Air Races, but money is needed for repairs.

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says he will leave Congress

Republican Kevin McCarthy said in a Wall Street Journal column on Wednesday that he will leave Congress, bringing an end to his congressional career.

Taylor Swift is named Time Magazine's person of the year

Time Magazine has named Taylor Swift its person of the year. Swift was picked from a group of nine finalists that included Barbie, King Charles III, and OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman, among others.

KSL.com CSE high school hoops players of the week: Taylorsville's Jenna Sterzer, Ogden's Stockton Marriott

This week's KSL.com Clean Simple Eats high school hoops players of the week spotlight features a pair of seniors looking to leave a positive influence on and off the court.

Utah's growth became a bit more 'normal' in 2023. Here's where 56K new residents live

Utah's population growth is slowing down some, but the state still gained tens of thousands of people over the past year, according to a new population report.

Brenda Lee makes history with Christmas classic 'Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree'

You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear this classic song is bringing overdue acknowledgement to a beloved artist.

'Gardening on steroids': Volunteers rally to restore Washington County tortoise habitat

Devastated by fire in the mid-aughts, a once lush Joshua tree forest is now full of woody skeletons. However, multiple groups still have hope for this critical habitat.

Sen. Mitt Romney welcomes $10M federal investment for wildfire management

Utah's wildfire resilience programs will get a financial boost as the Department of Interior announced it will disperse $10 million for wildfire management in the Beehive State.

Explore the African deserts with a Utah-based travel company

A land with vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes and wildlife you can't see anywhere else in the world, South Africa is a dream vacation for many.

Utah Air Force major killed in Osprey crash remembered as 'amazing' husband, father

Family members on Tuesday were remembering an Air Force major killed in an Osprey crash off of southwestern Japan.

Utahn turned shoplifting case into child kidnapping case, police say

A Salt Lake man turned a shoplifting case into a child kidnapping investigation, according to police and charges filed against him.

Norman Lear, producer of TV's 'All in the Family' and influential liberal advocate, has died at 101

Norman Lear has died. The producer who made TV topical in the 1970s with the sitcom "All in the Family," died Tuesday night at the age of 101 years old.

The 4th Republican presidential debate will be in Alabama tonight. Here's who will be there

Four Republican presidential candidates are scheduled to face off in the fourth debate of their party's 2024 nominating contest Wednesday.

With revenue growth slowing, Utah lawmakers advised to be cautious about new budget

After state revenues fell nearly $50 million short of expectations last budget year, Utah lawmakers were warned Tuesday there may be more economic ups and downs ahead.