Freshman Woolston, seniors Gustin, Smiler host special celebration in BYU's win over Houston

The freshman from Lone Peak dropped 16 points to go along with five rebounds and three assists as BYU snapped a three-game losing skid with a 64-54 win over Houston.

Plane fell like a 'corkscrew' before fatal crash near Colorado border; cause remains unknown

The National Transportation Safety Board released a preliminary report Wednesday on a plane crash in Grand County that destroyed the plane and killed two people as it spiraled from the sky.

Wildfire grows into one of largest in Texas history as flames menace multiple small towns

A cluster of wildfires is scorching the Texas Panhandle, including a blaze that grew into one of the largest in state history. The largest fire expanded to nearly 800 square miles.

Trump is disqualified from Illinois ballot, judge rules

An Illinois state judge on Wednesday barred Donald Trump from appearing on the Illinois' Republican presidential primary ballot because of his role in the attack at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

Utah County driver charged in fatal 2022 crash with school bus

A Saratoga Springs man critically injured in a crash with a school bus that also resulted in the death of his passenger is now facing a criminal charge.

Powder Mountain replaces season pass limit with price increases

Powder Mountain ski resort released season tickets Wednesday, removing many discount groups, including free passes for seniors 75 and up, while increasing prices.

Comunidades Unidas zeroing in on issues of import to Latinos, immigrants

The West Valley City-based advocacy group hopes to get its concerns on the radar screen of local leaders ahead of November elections.

What Salt Lake City's mayor included in her 2024 goals

Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall unveiled her city goals for this year, offering a window into what the city may prioritize.

Lower auto prices are finally giving Americans a break after years of inflationary increases

Price increases for cars and trucks in the United States, which helped fuel inflation for nearly three years, are slowing and in some cases falling, helping cool overall inflation and giving frustrated Americans more hope of finding an affordable vehicle.

Here's what's coming to Amazon Prime and Freevee in March

Here's a look at the movie and series titles, new and old, coming to the Amazon Prime and Freevee streaming services in March.

Taylorsville heritage center reclaims stolen historic anvils

A pair of historically significant anvils were finally returned to Taylorsville after being stolen two years ago.

Solar bill aims to protect Utah consumers amid fraud complaints

A bill that some clean energy advocates fear could deter rooftop solar purchases but supporters say protects consumers was heard in a legislative committee on Tuesday.

2 hospitalized in Salt Lake City following Uintah County shooting

Two people were flown to the University Hospital in Salt Lake City after they were shot in Uintah County.

Keyonte George's top priority in the final stretch of the season is learning how to use his voice

Jazz coach Will Hardy is looking for one thing specifically when it comes to Keyonte George's play down the stretch: he wants to see (or, maybe more accurately, hear) him use his voice.

Pro-Palestine demonstrators call for Utah health care workers to support cease-fire

Over 100 demonstrators held a rally in front of Timpanogos Regional Hospital recently, calling for a cease-fire in Palestine and the support of Utahns.

Congress leaders reach deal on FY 2024 spending bills, avert government shutdown Saturday

Democratic and Republican leaders in the U.S. Congress on Wednesday announced they had reached a deal for advancing the 12 annual bills that fund an array of federal programs, while also averting government shutdowns.

Bill changing guidelines to create new cities gets Senate OK after retroactivity provision removed

A measure changing the process to create new cities has gotten the green light from the Utah Senate after the removal of a controversial retroactivity provision.

Lee, Romney respond to Sen. McConnell's retirement news

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell will be stepping down from his leadership role in November.

Wendy's, burned by CEO comment, vows no price surges for burgers

Wendy's said on Wednesday it has no plans to raise menu prices at times of peak demand, after the burger chain was scorched on social media sites for comments its CEO made earlier this month suggesting the chain may start testing "dynamic pricing."

Supreme Court to decide Trump criminal immunity claim in 2020 election case

The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to decide Donald Trump's claim of immunity from prosecution on charges brought by a special counsel involving his efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss.

Have You Seen This? Man uses elaborate costumes to attract, feed hummingbirds

Hummingbirds have always been elusive to me, but one California man's life was transformed when he became the "hummingbird whisperer."

How to renovate your kitchen: a homeowner's survival guide

By taking the steps to thoughtfully plan, budget, design and select the right materials and professionals, achieving the kitchen of your dreams is more than possible.

'Community airport': Spanish Fork breaks ground on Patey Aviation Business Park

Patey Aviation and Spanish Fork on Wednesday broke ground on the Patey Aviation Business Park — a project aimed at bringing the general community and aviation community together.

Comedian Richard Lewis, who starred on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' dies at 76

Richard Lewis, an acclaimed comedian known for exploring his neuroses in frantic, stream-of-consciousness diatribes while dressed in all-black, leading to his nickname "The Prince of Pain," has died. He was 76.

Kevin Franke issues statement on Utah life coaching bill

The Utah Legislature is a considering a bill that would establish a registration process for life coaches in the state.

Trump loses bid to pause $454.2M judgment in NY civil fraud case

Donald Trump on Wednesday lost a bid to pause a $454.2 million civil fraud judgment against him for overstating his net worth and real estate values to dupe lenders while he appeals, meaning he must soon post assets with the court to prevent authorities from seizing his property.

Utah lawmaker proposes new way to serve — and earn money for college

One Utah Fellowship Program would pair young people seeking to serve their communities with qualifying Utah nonprofits and organizations that need help.

Driver in fatal Mother's Day car crash pleads guilty to felony charges

A Syracuse woman was found to have been texting before a head-on collision that killed one woman and injured five people, including her own 2-year-old daughter. Nicolette Tovey, 31, pleaded guilty to felony charges for the accident.

Idaho delays execution of serial killer Thomas Eugene Creech after failed lethal injection attempts

the crime for which Creech was to be executed more than four decades later. Idaho's prison director said the medical team could not establish an IV line to administer the fatal drug. The execution was to be Idaho's first in 12 years, and was witnessed by six Idaho officials and four news media representatives.

5 reasons to grow your startup in U.'s Master of Business Creation Program (online or in person)

The award-winning Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah is available online or in person.

Babysitter arrested after baby found with 2 brain bleeds, police say

A West Jordan woman has been arrested after police say a 4-month-old boy was found to have suffered two brain bleeds.

Hulu will air church's ad days after calling it 'religious indoctrination'

A religious liberty law firm has asked Hulu to clarify its advertising policies after Hulu initially refused an ad from a Texas church, flagging it for "religious indoctrination."

Utah Legislature approves 'milestone' bill creating Fairpark district, MLB stadium framework

A bill setting up state funds for a possible stadium passed the Utah Legislature Wednesday.

With Utah as his home, pro snowboarder Louie Vito pursues 3rd Olympics

Some call him the elder statesman of snowboarding. But 35-year-old Louie Vito is still competing and winning on the world stage.

McConnell to step down as Senate Republican leader in November, after record run in the job

Mitch McConnell says he'll step down as Senate Republican leader in November. The 82-year-old Kentucky lawmaker is the longest-serving Senate leader in history.

Weber County landlord faces 15 felonies accusing him of sexually abusing 3 children

A Weber County landlord faces 15 first-degree felonies accusing him of sexually abusing three children over four years. Now another police agency says it is reopening an old investigation against him involving another child.

UDOT narrows options for upcoming Kimball Junction transportation project

State transportation officials say they've narrowed their options for future traffic improvements to the Kimball Junction part of Park City as the planning process continues.

'He was my everything': Mom shares grief ahead of sentencing for man who killed her son

A man was sentenced to prison on Monday after admitting to stabbing his neighbor in the back during an early morning fight in Kearns in May 2022.

Battle brewing between Utah builders, cities over home inspections

Senate Bill 185, which passed the Senate this week and awaits a vote in the House of Representatives, could allow builders to pick their own inspectors.

Biden 'continues to be fit for duty,' his doctor says, after president undergoes annual physical

President Joe Biden's doctor says he "continues to be fit for duty" after conducting an annual physical that will be closely watched as the 81-year-old seeks reelection.

Supreme Court appears torn about a Trump-era ban on gun accessory known as bump stocks

The Supreme Court appears torn about a challenge to a Trump-era ban on bump stocks. That's the gun accessory that allows semi-automatic weapons to fire rapidly like machine guns and was used in the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history.

Midvale man who posed online as teen charged with sexually assaulting teen girl

A Midvale man is facing two counts of rape accusing him of sexually assaulting a teen girl he met online while posing as a 17-year-old boy.

'We didn't know where to go': A Venezuelan family seeking asylum lands in Utah

Nine Venezuelan family members found themselves on the steps at a church in downtown Salt Lake City, with several suitcases and nowhere to stay.

Is there a tax 'time bomb' hiding in your IRA or 401K?

Your IRA or 401K could unknowingly trigger a massive tax bill in retirement. Utah financial advisors Tyson and Ryan Thacker explain why.

Construction on US 6 in Spanish Fork to start in March

The Utah Department of Transportation announced lane expansions and road improvements for U.S. 6 in Spanish Fork to better the traffic flow, safety and connectivity of the area.

Republican impeachment probe 'baseless,' US president's son Hunter Biden says

President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden struck a defiant tone on Wednesday at a Republican-led House of Representatives impeachment inquiry into his father, calling it a "baseless" partisan pursuit against his family.

Sandy police seeking vehicle involved in a hit-and-run that injured mother and daughter

Police are asking for help in locating the driver in a hit-and-run crash that sent a Sandy mother and her teenage daughter to the hospital.

'We can do better': Nikki Haley pitches herself to Utahns at critical point in GOP primary

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley will appeal to Utah voters at a rally in Orem as she hopes to build momentum leading up to Super Tuesday.