2 years after a cultural exchange, Utah students mourn, worry about counterparts in Gaza

Two schools, 7,000 miles apart. Two years ago, students in Mr. Dye's world history class were part of a cultural exchange program with kids in Gaza.

Activists who engage with voters of color are looking for messages that will resonate in 2024

Activists who engage with voters of color are finding lackluster enthusiasm after disappointments on some issues such as voting rights and student loan forgiveness during President Joe Biden's term. And that could have consequences in competitive states in the 2024 election.

How the University of Utah ended up hosting the 2024 presidential debate

The University of Utah first submitted a bid for a presidential debate in March 2019. Now, for 2024, it finally won the honor. Here's how it was done.

Keyonte George's 'massive' 4th quarter key to Jazz win over Heat and future

George scored 12 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter to help lift the Jazz to a 117-109 lead over the Heat. Even more clutch: All those points came in the final six minutes of the game.

Was 2023 a tipping point for movies? 'Barbie' success and Marvel struggles may signal a shift

For the first time in more than two decades, the top three movies at the box office this year — "Barbie," "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" and "Oppenheimer" — didn't include a sequel or a remake.

US seizes more illegal e-cigarettes, but thousands of new ones are launching

U.S. officials are seizing more shipments of unauthorized electronic cigarettes. But industry data shows thousands of new flavored products continue pouring into the country from China.

Utah Republican lawmaker wants to legalize lottery to help pay for property tax cuts

A Republican Utah lawmaker is sponsoring a proposed constitutional amendment to legalize the lottery in Utah, saying it could help the state cut property taxes.

1 dead in I-80 rollover in Tooele County

One person is dead in a rollover on I-80 in Tooele County on Saturday, the Utah Highway Patrol said.

Utah's gas prices continue to fall as 2023 closes. Will the trend last in 2024?

Utah's gas prices remain about 25 cents below the national average as 2023 comes to an end; however, an expert explains why the price slide won't last forever.

Ally Atiki's career night helps No. 14 BYU overwhelm Wyoming to move to 12-1

Trevin Knell had 17 points, five rebounds and two assists, and four players scored in double figures as the 14th-ranked Cougars overwhelmed the Cowboys 94-68.

Kelly Olynyk's awkward, uncharacteristic, under-the-rim game lifts Jazz over Heat

Euro-steps that looked to be in slow motion? Clearing space using the ball to push defenders? They were all there for Kelly Olynyk as the Jazz beat the Heat 117-109 Saturday at the Delta Center.

Clinton city manager retiring after nearly 30 years, notes dramatic growth and change in period

After nearly 30 years helping run the northern Davis County city of Clinton, Dennis Cluff has seen plenty of change. The city manager took his post in 1994 and will step down on Jan. 12.

Mitt Romney and his moderate friends plan to leave Senate or face an uphill battle for reelection

Here's a look at the middle-lane lawmakers and their plans for reelection.

BYU women fall to No. 23 TCU 81-67 in Big 12 opener

Kailey Woolston had 15 points and four assists to lead the Cougars (10-4, 0-1 Big 12), and Lauren Gustin added 10 points and 16 rebounds.

What's coming to Amazon Prime in January

Here's a look at what's coming to Amazon Prime in January.

Is Romney's former adviser building the post-Trump GOP?

Oren Cass has made a name for himself rejecting the conservative economic consensus. Mitt Romney was his inspiration.

Las Vegas weddings could hit record on New Year's Eve thanks to date's repeating pattern

New Year's Eve could take the cake for the busiest wedding day in Las Vegas thanks to the date's repeating pattern of 1-2-3, 1-2-3. Dec. 31, 2023 is known as a specialty date in the massive Las Vegas wedding industry.

Turnovers doom Utah women as Colorado's Jaylyn Sherrod's career day lifts Buffs to win

March came early at the CU Events Center Saturday afternoon.

Have You Seen This? The trouble with tailgates

It can be really hard to get heavy things from up here to down there.

Officials remind you to celebrate responsibly this New Year's Eve

The countdown to 2024 is on, and law enforcement is reminding Utahns to celebrate responsibly this weekend.

Artificial intelligence was all the rage in '23, as were concerns about where it is headed

A tireless superintelligence set to address, and solve, some of the world's most pressing maladies or a soon-to-be-sentient digital consciousness will eventually eliminate its human progenitors in the name of self-preservation?

Man dies after being hit by vehicle on I-15 in South Salt Lake

A man died after he was struck by a vehicle on I-15 Friday night, Utah Highway Patrol authorities say.

Parents petition school board to reinstate ski day in Cache County

A fight is brewing in the Cache County School District over ski day. The program was dropped, but parents said they had no warning and now some are pushing to get it back.

Aggies line play in Potato Bowl highlighted a bigger, underlying problem for team

Perhaps a bit hidden in the shadow of the 45 points and the 643 total yards the Aggies allowed against Georgia State in the Potato Bowl is the Panthers' whopping 386 rushing yards.

10 killed by shelling on Russia's Belgorod following Moscow's aerial assault against Ukraine

Russian emergency services say 10 people have been killed and 45 more injured by shelling on the border city of Belgorod.

Hat trick: Man and Salt Lake police officer help injured hawk

When a Salt Lake police officer saw a man fumbling with his hat Wednesday afternoon in downtown Salt Lake City, his investigation pulled up the unexpected — an injured bird.

Police make arrest in Murray shooting where 2 died during argument over parking stall

Police on Sunday announced the arrest of a man after two people were shot and killed during an argument over a parking stall outside of an apartment complex early Saturday.

'Grit and toughness,' BYU women's basketball opens Big 12 play with No. 23 TCU

By the end of the 2023 calendar year, the Cougars look like a whole new team as they take a 10-3 record into the Big 12 opener Saturday at No. 23 TCU.

'Apollo 13' and 'Home Alone' among 25 films picked for national registry

The ultimate coming-home movie, "Apollo 13," and the ultimate staying-home flick, "Home Alone," are both being honored this year, selected for preservation in the National Film Registry.

Humanoid robots in space: the next frontier

Standing at 6-feet, 2-inches tall and weighing 300 pounds, NASA's humanoid robot Valkyrie is an imposing figure.

Bountiful couple celebrates 75 years of marriage

Even under the best circumstances, a married couple might only make it 50 or 60 years together — and then there are 94-year-olds Neil and Carma Fabrizio.

New data projects a historic decline in murder rate in 2023

A new report is showing a historic annual decrease in murders across the U.S. Experts explain why the rate is expected to drop.