Utah lawmakers look to increase state budget by more than $1.1 billion

Utah's legislative leaders approved a long list of budget additions Friday that include a $167 million income tax cut, $20,000 bonuses for some teachers and $18 million for a new program to encourage the development of more affordable housing.

Kenneth Mitchell, 'Star Trek' and 'Marvel' actor, dead at 49

Kenneth Mitchell, an actor who appeared in the series "Star Trek: Discovery" and Marvel's "Captain Marvel," has died, his family announced in a statement shared on his verified social media Sunday.

A closer look at which states best represent Americans — and which fall short

At the start of the presidential election year, all eyes were on Iowa and New Hampshire to see which Republican presidential nominee would win their votes in the first electoral caucuses.

Wembanyama makes first appearance in Utah as Jazz snap 5-game skid in win over Spurs

It took all two minutes for Victor Wembanyama to elicit some wondrous oohs from the Delta Center crowd.

Rep. Blake Moore says Biden 'needs to be an adult' and meet with Republicans over border

Rep. Blake Moore returned to his alma mater, the University of Utah, for a town hall on Thursday. He and his staffers were on a tour of Utah's 1st Congressional District.

Space telescope spies neutron star in the debris of famous supernova

Scientists have confirmed what became of a star that exploded in a stunning supernova visible to Earth more than three decades ago. It morphed into a neutron star, one of the oddest objects in the universe.

Sen. Lee explains votes on Ukraine, border in visit with Utah lawmakers

Utah Sen. Mike Lee told state lawmakers that legislative action on pressing foreign and domestic issues must be done right, respecting proper government authority.

Keto curious? Real results from this incredible Utah-created keto product

A bit of education — and understanding that it can take up to a few weeks to feel better on the new diet — will make all the difference for new and current keto followers.

The pet-products market is booming. But does your dog need a coat?

In the thick of a Minnesota winter, it's not uncommon to see dogs — especially those of the short-haired, sinewy or small variety — sporting outerwear on their neighborhood strolls or jaunts around the state's many lakes.

A pacemaker for the brain helped a woman with crippling depression

Researchers are testing deep brain stimulation as a treatment for people with a severe form of depression. Doctors compare it to a pacemaker for the brain. It involves implanting electrodes in the brain.

One poet thinks falling in love with the Great Salt Lake could save it

A group of artists and community members gather at the Utah Capitol and begin hoisting up azure and turquoise colored fabric waves every morning as part of a vigil.

Utah man arrested, accused of providing drugs that led to Cache County overdose death

A Utah man was arrested Wednesday for investigation of manslaughter and accused of providing drugs to a Cache County man who later died of an overdose.

Emeka Eneli plays 'best game of his career' in second start of sophomore season

Pablo Mastroeni isn't afraid to push the boundaries of his players' traditional positions, but Emeka Eneli may be the most extreme example yet.

Rare Utah butterfly lands on list of species at risk of extinction

A rare butterfly found in Utah and neighboring states, a subspecies of the silverspot butterfly, will fly its way to the threatened species list next month.

No. 18 Utes women secure bounce-back win over No. 7 Trojans on the road

Alissa Pili scored 14 points, including 8-of-10 from the free-throw line, in the final quarter to help the Utes stave off a Trojans comeback to claim a 74-68 win at the Galen Center

4 kitchen remodeling trends to watch in 2024

Here are four kitchen remodeling trends that may spark your interest. Best of all, they all easily incorporate marble, granite, and quartz countertops.

Have You Seen This? The T-rexes only come out at night

Thank heaven for doorbell cameras. Otherwise, we'd have no idea when our quirky neighbors are prowling around in the winter darkness.

AT&T to give billing credits to consumers impacted by outage

AT&T will award billing credits to consumers impacted or potentially impacted earlier this week by a significant wireless outage because of the disruption, the company said on Saturday.

Utah athlete with deafness to compete in worldwide basketball championship

A 19-year-old Utah athlete will represent the United States this summer when she competes in the World Deaf Basketball Championships in Argentina this summer.

Beyond diversity, equity and inclusion: Unpacking Utah's debate over campus diversity initiatives

When asked whether the establishment of diversity, equity and inclusion offices in public institutions and private businesses make the state better or worse, 45% of respondents said the programs have had a positive impact on Utah.

Church education is promoting an endangered species: Dating

In the face of global relationship trends away from marriage formation, the Church Educational System is taking steps to re-instill a courtship culture.

Utah author shares his emotional journey of coming to know Christ in a new book

A new book offers a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint perspective on the journey to God through spiritual rebirth. "Putting on Christ" by author Steven Anthony Bishop seeks to inspire those who are diligent truth seekers.

'This scares me to death': Utah official says novel approach needed to address housing shortage

Utah's first affordable housing adviser started the job just weeks before this year's legislative session, tasked with coordinating a set of policy proposals that had a slim chance of becoming law in an austere budget year for state lawmakers.

Eclipse from 30,000 feet: Delta Air Lines offers special flight for solar event

Ready to take your eclipse-viewing game to new heights, umbraphiles?

Barbra Streisand bestowed with SAG lifetime award

Actress, singer, movie director and producer Barbra Streisand was honored on Saturday with the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in recognition of her prolific career and humanitarian work.

Switching to electric vehicles could prevent millions of illnesses in children, report estimates

Hundreds of infants' lives would be saved and millions of children would breathe easier across the U.S. if the nation's power grid depended on clean energy and more drivers made the switch to zero-emission vehicles, according to a new report.

Norovirus cases continue to climb in the US, especially in the Northeast, CDC data shows

Cases of norovirus are on the rise in the U.S., on par with seasonal trends, according to the most recent data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Dozens gather in support of Ukraine, 2 years since Russia's invasion

Dozens gathered at the steps of the Utah Capitol on Saturday in support of Ukraine on the second anniversary of Russia's invasion.

Does bigfoot live in Utah? You be the judge

Several sightings of the man-beast have been reported in the Beehive State in recent years — including some with supporting videos.

New research shows Alzheimer's ravages the brain long before symptoms appear

A study of older adults in China offers a closer look at the dominolike sequence of brain changes that lead to Alzheimer's. Scientists don't know exactly how Alzheimer's forms but it quietly ravages the brain long before symptoms appear.

Long-term therapy expected for Ruby Franke, Jodi Hildebrandt's young victims

After their mother, Ruby Franke, and previous counselor Jodi Hildebrandt were sentenced for aggravated child abuse, it's expected the Franke children will need long-term therapy to heal from the trauma they've endured.