Utah Valley Refugees is on a mission

Utah Valley Refugees is a small nonprofit in Provo dedicated to helping refugees adjust to their lives in Utah. But the group doesn't just want refugees to simply survive here.

Why the sculptor of the Angel Moroni statue first declined

Cyrus Dallin originally turned down Wilford Woodruff's commission to sculpt what became the Angel Moroni statue that was restored atop the Salt Lake Temple this week.

New declaration in Mexico gives 19 cats food and care fur-ever

The palace cats have made hiss-tory after the government of Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador declared them to be "living fixed assets," the first animals in Mexico to receive the title.

Johnny Juzang's career-night not enough as Jazz lose 12th straight

Juzang hit seven 3s in Utah's loss to the Warriors.

Other states are dealing with squatters. Here's why Utahns don't need to worry

Last week, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation to restrict squatters' rights in Florida. Like Floridians, Utahns don't need to worry about squatters.

Tens of thousands of live salmon fell off a truck in Oregon – and into a creek

When a truck carrying over 100,000 salmon crashed and overturned in Oregon, it might have spelled disaster for the fish aboard, which were intended to replenish local populations in the Imnaha River.

Severe storms may pose a threat to solar eclipse viewers

Excited eclipse watchers, watch out: Weather could complicate attempts to see the epic astronomical phenomenon in parts of the southwest.

What has the past 25 years taught us about taxation, caring for the needy in Utah?

Utah leaders reflected on public policy lessons from the past quarter-century during two panel discussions Friday at the Thomas S. Monson Center.

Utah woman lost 100 pounds in 1 year: Here's how

When Angie showed up at Health Utah, she was struggling with fibromyalgia, extreme fatigue, insulin resistance, depression, systemic inflammation and metabolic syndrome.

Man who saved friend during grizzly attack receives prestigious national honor

A young man who saved his friend during a grizzly bear attack in Wyoming is being awarded with what is considered to be the highest honor for civilian heroism.

Red Rocks advance to 48th straight nationals after poor start in regional final

The odds were significantly stacked against the Red Rocks after the first rotation of the Gainesville regional final Sunday afternoon.

Trump says $50M raised from biggest fundraiser yet

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign said a major fundraiser in Florida on Saturday raked in a massive $50.5 million as the former president seeks to replenish diminished coffers in his rematch against Democrat Joe Biden.

Provo family projected to sell half a million glasses for total solar eclipse

A Provo family made a business out of the leftover eclipse glasses of Utah's 2017 solar eclipse.

President Nelson announces new temples in West Jordan, Lehi, 13 other areas

During general conference Sunday, President Russell M. Nelson announced where 15 new temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are to be built around the world.

South Carolina finishes perfect season with NCAA championship, beating Clark and Iowa 87-75

Coach Dawn Staley and South Carolina have completed their perfect season, ending Caitlin Clark's historic college career with an 87-75 win over Iowa in the NCAA championship game.

Man dies in vehicle crash with Brigham City building

A man died after his vehicle crashed into a Brigham City building on Saturday.

Sunday afternoon session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference

The latest talk summaries and announcements from the final Sunday afternoon session of the April 2024 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Local company makes providing color scriptures it mission

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.

Southern Utah man sentenced to federal prison for murder-for-hire scheme

A southern Utah man admitted in federal court on Friday to paying a website administrator approximately $16,000-worth of Bitcoin to have two men killed in New York.

Bear Lake State Park is opening new areas to keep up with growth

State park managers for both sides of Bear Lake are preparing for the crowds that continue to grow every year with a new beach and renovated campsites.

Sunday morning session: Summaries from Latter-day Saint general conference

The latest talk summaries and announcements from the Sunday morning session of the April 2024 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Has ICE dysfunction made Utah a sanctuary state for migrants?

Gubernatorial candidate Phil Lyman has focused recent campaign messaging on Utah's disputed status as a "sanctuary state."

Special 'Sunday Edition' with Boyd Matheson

This special "Sunday Edition" with Boyd Matheson features a sit-down interview with President Jeffrey R. Holland and President Camille N. Johnson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

6-year-old dies in Utah highway crash

A 6-year-old died in a crash involving a semitruck along U.S. 6 on Sunday.

Tesla scraps low-cost car plans amid fierce Chinese competition

Tesla has canceled the long-promised inexpensive car that investors have been counting on to drive its growth into a mass-market automaker, according to three sources familiar with the matter and company messages seen by Reuters.

7 popular restaurant chains and franchises that were born in Utah

Many Utah companies have parlayed their success in-state as a springboard to expansion outside the border including some well known regional and national restaurant chains.

NASA wants to come up with a new clock for the moon, where seconds tick away faster

NASA wants to come up with an out-of-this-world way to keep track of time, putting the moon on its own souped-up clock.

A 'Pitch Perfect' family: UVU a cappella group to compete in New York

"Aca-scuse me?" A Utah Valley University a cappella group that's only in its second year is hitting the road this month to compete in New York City for the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella.