Down 4 starters, Jazz beat Blazers for 2nd road win of the season

The last time the Utah Jazz were in Portland, they got a talkin' to. Things went a little better for the Jazz this time around in City of Roses.

Salt Lake City School District announces 2 new education initiatives

The Salt Lake City School District and Salt Lake Education Foundation announced their launch of two new education initiatives this week, both with a focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics education.

Massive Utah drug bust highlights magnitude of fentanyl supply pushed by cartels

A huge drug bust is shedding light on just how many dangerous pills are on Utah streets.

Trump loses challenge to gag order in New York civil fraud case

A New York state appeals court on Thursday denied Donald Trump's bid to overturn a gag order restricting the former U.S. president from publicly talking about court staff in his New York civil fraud trial.

Wildlife officials stock Utah waters with nearly 2.4M more fish than last year

More than 10.6 million fish were stocked were released in streams, rivers, lakes, reservoirs and ponds throughout 2023, a big jump from last year.

Utah delegation divided as Congress passes annual defense spending bill

Congress passed its annual defense spending bill with divided support from Utah's congressional delegation, with those who opposed the bill saying they couldn't support a "clean" extension of a government surveillance program.

Idaho man accused of killing pregnant wife placed on conservatorship; court dates halted

A man charged with the murder of his wife and her unborn child will no longer appear in court Monday. He's also been placed on a conservatorship.

Construction on 2100 South in Sugar House pauses for holiday shoppers

Traveling through Sugar House will get a bit easier for the holidays as the 2100 South Construction project is taking a break.

Former Swift site in Ogden inches closer to being free of contaminants

A 7-acre parcel on the west side of Ogden that was once a Superfund site is being discussed as a possible recreation spot for the city.

Voyager 1 stops communicating with Earth

NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft has experienced a computer glitch that's causing a bit of a communication breakdown between the 46-year-old probe and its mission team on Earth.

Housing, water, tax cuts among priorities for Utah Senate Republicans next year

Republican Senate leaders on Thursday released a list of priorities for the upcoming 2024 legislative session, including affordable housing, water supply and tax cuts.

Embattled Provo counselor faces new charge alleging sex abuse of teen girl

A Provo counselor charged with sexually assaulting gay men is now accused of sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl in 2007.

Luke Combs helping a fan who almost owed him $250K for selling unauthorized merchandise

Country singer Luke Combs is making amends to a disabled Florida woman who sells tumblers online after she was ordered to pay him $250,000.

56-year-old man killed in Salt Lake forklift accident

A person was killed in a forklift accident in Salt Lake City on Thursday afternoon.

Man convicted of attempted rape during Iron County music festival sentenced to at least 3 years

A West Valley City man who pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a woman at a music festival in Iron County more than two years ago has been sentenced to at least three years in prison.

Jazz's Keyonte George 'avoided significant damage' after non-contact injury

Keyonte George avoided a major injury to his left foot and ankle, an MRI revealed on Thursday.

Busy 2023 travel year projected to end on near-record bang this Christmas, New Year's

AAA says this year's Christmas and New Year's rush is expected to be the second-largest since 2000, and air and cruise travel could exceed pre-pandemic levels.

Save big through Christmas on skiing deals at Snowbasin

Snowbasin's Twelve Days of Christmas deals have arrived! For all those last-minute shoppers or deal scouts, Santa is coming early and delivering something new each day leading up to Christmas.

Son's complaint led to charge against Utahn accused of trying to kill terminally ill wife

A southern Utah man is charged with attempted murder, accused of trying to kill his terminally ill wife to ease her pain. But the woman's son says those alleged actions weren't benevolent.

One year and a fixed ACL later, Amari Whiting just wants to help BYU win

It's been just over a year since a crushing ACL injury that "rocked my world," but Amari Whiting is thriving in her freshman season with BYU women's basketball.

CDC: There's an urgent need to increase vaccine coverage for flu, COVID and RSV

The CDC on Thursday issued an alert urging health care providers to increase immunization coverage for influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus.

UHP troopers say enjoy the Holi-daze, but don't drive

The Utah Highway Patrol and others are issuing an annual reminder about the dangers and consequences of drinking and driving during the holiday season.

Mortgage rates fall below 7% for first time since August

The average interest rate on the most popular U.S. home loan fell this week to below 7% for the first time since August as Treasury market yields dropped sharply after the Federal Reserve firmly signaled it is nearing cuts to its policy rate.

Fans wait in line hours for the first In-N-Out in Idaho

Eager consumers slept overnight in their cars and waited for hours in 30-something degree weather this week for the opening of In-N-Out in Meridian, Idaho.

'High crimes': KSL investigates inaction after scathing report against county clerk/auditor

An independent investigation that cost taxpayers $150,000 found Uintah County's clerk/auditor "engaged in conduct that meets the standard of high crimes, misdemeanors, and malfeasance in office."

Keep the temple in mind with this fun, family-friendly activity

Whether you want a good STEM activity for your child or something to keep your teens busy on Sundays, Brick'Em Young building sets are a great way to pass the time together.

What is a Latter-day Saint apostle? A history

Elder Patrick Kearon enters an order Latter-day Saints believe to be ancient, divinely inspired.

When it comes to canine pals, here's America's top dog

As it turns out, many Americans are unbiased when it comes to dogs, according to Forbes Advisor. The largest percentage of respondents (13%) reported that "no breed in particular" is their favorite.

Against all odds, former PRCA bronc rider Braxten Nielsen walking, rodeoing again

Doctors were not optimistic Braxten Nielsen would ever walk again after sustaining serious spinal cord injuries in the chutes of the 2017 Magic Valley Stampede PRCA Rodeo.

Utah football schedules 2-for-1 series with Utah State to round out nonconference slate

The "Battle of the Brothers" is back on.

'Sad day for Orem': City Council approves State Street development project

The Orem City Council narrowly approved a State Street development project Tuesday night after an intense meeting with concerned citizens.

House passes sweeping defense policy bill that includes 5.2% pay raise for members of military

The House voted Thursday to pass a critical defense policy bill known as the National Defense Authorization Act, which sets the policy agenda and authorizes funding for the Department of Defense annually.

Could BYU's Marcus Adams Jr. make his debut under NCAA's temporary order?

The ruling by U.S. District Judge John Preston Bailey in northern West Virginia would seemingly apply to all schools, but BYU's conservative approach may affect Marcus Adams Jr.'s debut.

Latter-day Saint Navy officer jailed in Japan transferred to US custody, family says

A Navy officer jailed in Japan over a car crash that killed two Japanese citizens has been transferred to United States' custody and is being returned to the U.S. That's according to a statement Thursday from the family of Lt. Ridge Alkonis.

Woman gets 70 years in prison for killing 2 bicyclists in charity ride

A woman has been sentenced to at least 70 years in prison for causing the deaths of two bicyclists taking part in a charity ride last year in western Michigan. The judge stacked two 35-year terms for the woman.

Thermal technology helping Provo police get to stranded hikers quicker

The Provo Police Department says thermal technology helped officers save a young man who was lost while hiking Sunday night.

Was your criminal record cleared under Utah's new law? Find out in 3 minutes with this online tool

Rasa Legal is on a mission to help clear as many eligible records as possible by removing the complicated and costly barriers that often get in the way of that process.

Stolen Christmas lights replaced by person 'looking to serve and help'

Earlier this week, a Rose Park resident felt her Christmas had been stolen from her. Through the generosity of one individual, however, her Christmas has been restored.

US panel recommends children with obesity start counseling from age 6

Children with obesity should receive intensive counseling to promote healthy diet and exercise habits starting at age 6, according to a draft recommendation issued by a panel of U.S. experts on Wednesday.

Fire displaces family of 9 — what happened and how they're moving forward

The charred remains of a house in Eagle Mountain serve as a reminder of what happened on Sunday.

1 killed, 2 injured in wrong-way crash on I-80 in Parleys Canyon

One person died and two were hospitalized after a wrong-way crash that temporarily closed part of Interstate 80 late Wednesday night.