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Clean toxicology report for driver results in dismissal of charges in Little Valley scooter crash

05/09/2024 10:45pm
The case against a St. George teen has been dismissed following a clean toxicology report and video footage that emerged during the investigation of a crash that left two juveniles seriously injured.

'Hope and looking forward': Utah's Jewish community focuses on safety as antisemitism spikes

05/09/2024 9:31pm
The United Jewish Federation hosted a panel discussion spurred by a rise in antisemitism as the Israel-Hamas war continues and will offer training to the public to prepare for incidents of hate.

Judge rules against bail for man charged with intentionally hitting 9 women with car

05/09/2024 9:17pm
A 3rd District judge denied bail Thursday to Anh Pham, a man charged with multiple counts of attempted murder after prosecutors say he hit multiple women with his car.

How a Utah barbershop is helping support fallen officer's family and community

05/09/2024 8:25pm
A Spanish Fork barbershop is offering law enforcement free haircuts to show solidarity with the community.

US House passes Rep. John Curtis' bill to remove 'red tape' around nuclear power

05/09/2024 8:04pm
The U.S. House passed a bill sponsored by Rep. John Curtis, R-Utah, to streamline the approval process of nuclear power projects.

New Utah-focused exhibit comes to Hogle Zoo

05/09/2024 7:00pm
Hogle Zoo's new Aline W. Skaggs Wild Utah exhibit opened Thursday, giving visitors a chance to discover "the wonder in our backyards," zoo president and CEO Doug Lund said.

'A minority among minorities': Utah's tiny Paraguayan community hosting independence festivities

05/09/2024 6:30pm
The Paraguayan community in Utah is hosting a celebration on Saturday to mark independence day in the small South American country.

1 killed in Provo Canyon car crash

05/09/2024 5:52pm
One person was killed in a car crash in Provo Canyon near Bridal Veil Falls on Thursday afternoon.

Sandy man accused of assaulting elderly wife

05/09/2024 5:30pm
A 78-year-old man is accused of severely beating his 85-year-old wife in Sandy.

Utah man among thousands stranded in Brazil due to ruinous floods

05/09/2024 5:00pm
A Tooele man is among the thousands in southeastern Brazil who are stranded and displaced after catastrophic floods submerged entire cities.

Salt Lake City Fire Department preparing now for potential wildfires in the future

05/09/2024 4:00pm
With recent snow in Salt Lake City, wildfires are not something many residents have to worry about right now. However, Salt Lake City firefighters have been.

Federal government awarding grants to improve wetlands

05/09/2024 3:02pm
The Department of the Interior Wednesday announced more than $87 million in funding has been approved by the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission.

St. George homebuyers will pay a lot more in monthly mortgage for homes purchased this year

05/09/2024 2:30pm
Those looking to buy a house in Washington County now face a dramatic difference in the price of a monthly mortgage, according to a recent report.

Provo man dies after crash involving semi in Cedar Fort on Wednesday

05/09/2024 2:17pm
Daniel Curtis Brock, 62, of Provo was killed in a crash involving a semi truck on state Route 73 in Cedar Fort on Wednesday.

Woman creates custom designed signs, drawing inspiration from her heritage

05/09/2024 2:00pm
A popular way some families honor their 2024 grad is displaying a huge banner with their photo and name on it. Vania Lautaha has perfected this art in a unique way – drawing inspiration from her Samoan heritage.

Michelle Obama pays visit to Salt Lake bookshop on 'secret mission'

05/09/2024 1:30pm
Former first lady Michelle Obama paid a surprise visit to a bookstore in Salt Lake City to sign copies of her new book, surprising locals, and buying a few books for herself.

Key player in Abravanel Hall's genesis speaks out against possible demolition

05/09/2024 12:45pm
In response to recent ideas of possibly demolishing and rebuilding Salt Lake's Abravanel Hall, the home to the Utah Symphony, a key player in the building's creation speaks out against the notion.

High wind warning, advisories issued as easterly downslope winds return

05/09/2024 12:12pm
Many parts of the Wasatch Front's northern half picked up multiple inches of precipitation this week, and now northern Utah is getting the brunt of easterly winds.

Southbound I-15 reopens in Pleasant Grove following fatal crash

05/09/2024 11:32am
Southbound I-15 was closed in Pleasant Grove for a couple of hours Thursday morning due to a fatal crash.

Former Utah Rep. Chris Cannon dies at age 73

05/09/2024 11:10am
Former Utah Rep. Chris Cannon died Wednesday at age 73. Cannon served in the U.S. House from 1997 to 2009.

2 skiers confirmed dead in avalanche; weather delays recovery effort until Friday

05/09/2024 11:01am
Two skiers believed to be trapped by an avalanche near the Lone Peak Summit area were confirmed to be deceased Thursday afternoon.

2 Utah men face federal charges for allegedly supplying fentanyl resulting in deaths

05/09/2024 10:47am
Two Utah men were recently indicted in federal court in separate cases for allegedly supplying fentanyl to two women, resulting in the deaths of each victim.

ChatGPT popular in Provo, nationwide study finds

05/09/2024 9:51am
Provo is listed among the top cities for ChatGPT and artificial intelligence tool use, a recent study by Authority found.

Lyft driver accused of sexually assaulting intoxicated teen charged with 12 felonies

05/09/2024 9:20am
A Lyft driver has been charged with 12 felonies accusing him of raping a 17-year-old girl he was supposed to be driving home.

Police found missing children's debit card, iPad with Daybells in Hawaii, sergeant says

05/09/2024 8:30am
Chad Daybell's murder trial continues Thursday in Boise. He is charged with killing his wife and Lori Daybell's two children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan.

University of Utah says it can't legally divest stocks as demanded by pro-Palestinian protesters

05/09/2024 8:10am
Less than 1% of the university's portfolio is invested directly in common stock and none are stocks pro-Palestinian demonstrators targeted for disinvestment, university officials said.

Miss Teen USA steps down just days after Utah's Miss USA's resignation

05/09/2024 8:06am
Miss Teen USA resigned Wednesday, sending further shock waves through the pageant community just days after Utah's Miss USA said she would relinquish her crown.

Restaurants in Delta Center revitalization zone hopeful about more customers

05/09/2024 7:35am
With plans to renovate the area around the Delta Center, nearby businesses say they're hopeful the plans will bring in more customers.

Charges filed against former middle school counselor continue to mount in Washington County

05/09/2024 6:57am
Charges continue to mount for a former Mesquite middle school counselor who was arrested in Nevada and then extradited to Washington County to face charges filed in Utah.

An 'iconic' art installation is coming to Salt Lake City's old Raging Waters site

05/09/2024 6:15am
The future Glendale Park will be home to Salt Lake City's next "iconic" public art installation, the city's mayor says.