Family of missing St. George woman holds candlelight vigil, vows to never give up hope

It has been five months since Courtney Lynne Townsend disappeared and her family hasn't stopped seeking her return for a single moment.

Making cement is damaging for the climate. One solution is opening in California

The cement industry is one of the largest emitters of carbon dioxide and is responsible for some 8% of global emissions each year. But demand for cement, an ingredient for concrete, keeps growing as the world constructs more buildings.

Utah researchers collect samples to map spread of respiratory illness through dirt, dust

A team of University of Utah researchers are studying a fungal respiratory infection being spread by the soil and dust in Utah.

Celebration of life planned for JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan in eastern Idaho

The public is invited to a celebration of life in honor of Joshua "JJ" Vallow and Tylee Ryan later this month.

More people are working well past retirement age. It's not easy

Americans over 75 are the fastest-growing age group in the workforce, more than quadrupling in size since 1964, according to the Pew Research Center. Forecasters expect that cohort of older working Americans to double over the next decade.

Stop, drop, cover and hold on: Annual 'shakeout' event aims to prepare Utahns for an earthquake

Ahead of this year's Great Utah Shakeout, the Utah Division of Emergency Management is teaching Utahns how to navigate an emergency caused by an earthquake.

Church of Jesus Christ invites everyone to come see the Layton Utah Temple

The open house for the Layton Utah Temple begins on Friday, and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is inviting everyone to tour the temple until June 1.

'We are not immune': Salt Lake County DA encourages community to report child abuse

The Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office and law enforcement encouraged the community to come forward and report instances of child abuse.

Lights On! and West Jordan police team up to help drivers with mechanical issues

The West Jordan Police Department is allowing officers to give a voucher for drivers who were pulled over for mechanical issues instead of a ticket.

Utes star Alissa Pili selected No. 8 overall to Minnesota Lynx in WNBA draft

Pili no longer has to wonder about her professional career after a team made her dream a reality Monday night at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.

2 visitors captured on video destroying ancient rock formations at Lake Mead

Two visitors at Lake Mead National Recreation Area were captured on video destroying ancient rock formations and park rangers are seeking the public's help in identifying the suspects.

Caitlin Clark taken No. 1 in the WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever, as expected

Caitlin Clark has been selected with the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever.

Herriman teen blazing her way through barbecue competitions

A Herriman teen is on her way to earning the title of "grill master" as she blazes her way through national grilling competitions.

Man who asked to use bathroom charged with trying to sexually assault child

A 19-year-old man was charged Tuesday with attempted rape of a child after police say he asked to use a bathroom at an Ephraim house, then entered a child's bedroom and tried to sexually assault her.

National Park Week: A celebration of America's diverse natural beauty

April 20 kicks off National Park Week, during which all parks that charge visitors an entrance fee will be free.

BYU will reportedly interview men's basketball coaching candidates this week

The coaching search is moving at BYU men's basketball, with candidates reportedly set to interview Tuesday and Wednesday, according to CBS Sports' Matt Norlander.

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators block traffic into Chicago airport, causing headaches for travelers

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators blocked a freeway leading to three Chicago O'Hare International Airport terminals, temporarily stopping vehicle traffic into one of the nation's busiest airports.

US Supreme Court lets Idaho enforce ban on transgender-related treatment for minors

The conservative-majority U.S. Supreme Court on Monday let a Republican-backed law in Idaho that criminalizes transgender-related treatment for minors broadly take effect after a federal judge blocked it as unconstitutional.

Have You Seen This? Car flies into garage over several vehicles

While many enjoy the "Fast and Furious" franchise, not many would enjoy it playing out in their neighborhood.

Utah husband, father who died in snowmachine accident in Island Park, lived a life dedicated to helping others

A husband and father who lived a life full of service is also being remembered for the love he showed others.

Videos show knife-wielding man ignored commands by police before being fatally shot

Body camera videos were released Monday from a fatal officer-involved shooting on April 2 involving Salt Lake City police and a man holding a knife in April.

NHL's executive committee has reportedly approved Coyotes' move to Salt Lake City

Utah is a step closer to landing an NHL team.

10 years after armed standoff, Bundy cattle are still grazing disputed rangeland

Ten years later, Cliven Bundy and his family are still grazing cattle on disputed southern Nevada rangeland where armed protesters and federal agents stared each other down through rifle sights.

It's Tax Day. And your refund may be big this year

On this Tax Day, refunds are looking a bit bigger for taxpayers.

Salt Lake City reveals lineup, 2nd venue for 2024 Twilight Concert Series

Event organizers say this year's Salt Lake City Twilight Concert Series will blend "nationally recognized and upcoming recording artists" with local musicians when it returns in June.

Low cost MRI for $399 available without a doctor's order and without insurance

Getting an MRI can be costly and take weeks to get after visiting a doctor. One walk-in MRI clinic is hoping to disrupt this tedious process.

Are Americans feeling like they get enough sleep? Dream on, a new Gallup poll says

A majority of Americans say they would feel better if they could have more sleep, according to a new poll.

Police: Man kicks down door, threatens to kill Taylorsville resident

Police say a man kicked down a locked door and chased the man who lives there throughout the house threatening to kill him in a terrifying home invasion.

Bombing at Afghanistan airport that killed 13 troops — including 1 Utahn — wasn't preventable, report says

A new review says the suicide bombing at the Kabul airport that killed U.S. troops — including one from Utah — and Afghans in August 2021 was not preventable, and the "bald man in black" spotted by U.S. service members the morning of the attack was not the bomber.

How Hope is pushing Utah higher

The president of the Goldener Hirsch Inn is keeping the legacy of her parents alive, adding the 'margin of excellence'.

'Rabbit fever' outbreak believed to be cause of 9 beaver deaths in Utah, wildlife officials say

Utah wildlife officials say that nine beavers and one vole have died in recent weeks from a suspected tularemia outbreak.

Breaking barriers with brushstrokes: This southern Utah artist is legally blind

In a world often perceived through sight, one woman defies limitations with a brush in hand and an extraordinary vision that transcends the boundaries of blindness.

How donations to help Utah kids with disabilities can be paid with state income tax dollars

Under a special legislative provision, donations to help kids with disabilities can be paid with state income tax dollars.

Gun supervisor for 'Rust' movie gets 18 months in prison for fatal shooting by Alec Baldwin on set

A movie weapons supervisor has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for the fatal shooting of a cinematographer by Alec Baldwin on the set of the Western film "Rust."

Rural Oregon city asks Supreme Court if homeless people can be fined for sleeping outside

The rural city of Grants Pass in southern Oregon has become the unlikely face of the nation's homelessness crisis as its case over anti-camping laws goes to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Highland neighborhood rallies behind neighbors after pipe burst damages 2 homes

A neighborhood in Highland came together after a pipe burst Saturday that flooded the area. Two homes were left with significant damage.

'I'm not coming back': Prosecutors show video of Chad Daybell talking to daughter after arrest

Idaho law enforcement officers on Monday testified about the events of the day human remains were found in Chad Daybell's yard and shared video of his arrest. They also talked about Tammy Daybell's autopsy.

How a small Utah town is embracing its post-coal identity through proactive rural leadership

Once a town on the brink of death after the downturn of the coal industry, Helper has weathered the storm on its way to becoming the best version of itself.

Got an app idea? We can build it!

Whether you're a small business owner, you're working on building the world's next greatest idea or you want to improve what you've already got, building an app is a worthwhile cause.

Ship that caused bridge collapse had apparent electrical issues while still docked, source says

Someone with knowledge of the situation tells the Associated Press that the massive container ship that caused the deadly collapse of a Baltimore bridge experienced apparent electrical issues before it left the port.

Jury selection under way in historic Trump criminal trial

The judge in former President Donald Trump's trial dismissed dozens of potential New York City jurors on Monday who said they could not fairly decide whether the presumptive Republican presidential nominee for November's election illegally covered up a hush money payment to a porn star.

Young adults most likely to still take extra precautions for COVID-19

More people think the COVID-19 pandemic's ongoing than don't, according to a new HarrisX poll for the Deseret News. That's despite the fact that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services declared the pandemic in America over nearly a year ago.