Lead architect of Abravanel Hall says demolition plans are motivated by disposable mentality

A lead architect of Abravanel Hall says we need a better conservation mentality to preserve heritage and the important building he helped create.

Child flown to Primary Children's Hospital after near-drowning in southern Utah

A child is in the hospital after almost drowning in Beaver Tuesday evening.

Peloton 'paused the use of' Sean 'Diddy' Combs' music on its platform

Peloton said it has paused the use of music recorded by Sean "Diddy" Combs on its workout class platform in response to a member of a private Facebook group for Peloton users.

Pink noise may enhance sleep and memory. Early research drives a color noise buzz

There's a growing buzz around pink noise, brown noise, green noise and their theoretical effects on sleep, concentration and the relaxation response.

Toxic algal blooms persist in Virgin River. Experts urge checking the water before swimming

With the temperatures on the rise, those familiar with the cyanobacteria previously found in the Virgin River and other water bodies across the state may be asking: Is it safe to go back in the water?

Trump's social media account shares, then deletes a video with headline about 'unified Reich'

It has now been taken down, but a video posted to Donald Trump's account on his social media network included references to a "unified Reich."

UTA plan to extend FrontRunner service in Utah County picks up steam

Utah transit officials are holding four meetings about their plans to extend FrontRunner service to Payson as the project heats up.

Matthew Perry's death under investigation over ketamine level found in actor's blood

An investigation has been opened into the death of Matthew Perry and how the "Friends" actor received the anesthetic ketamine, which was ruled a contributing factor in his death.

Sandy man charged with filming unknowing people through their windows

A Sandy man is facing charges of voyeurism accusing him of recording people with his phone through their windows.

Utah Inland Port Authority mulling 10th inland port site in Carbon, Emery counties

Utah Inland Port Authority officials are considering an inland port site spread over 2,185 acres in Carbon and Emery counties in a bid to spur the region's economy.

New Santa Clara-Ivins police chief says he felt he was destined for the job

Jaron Studley will take the reins of the department from Bob Flowers, who, after 16 years, is leaving his position with the Santa Clara-Ivins Police Department in Washington County to become the new chief of security for Black Desert Resort.

Man killed in Uintah County rollover

A man was killed early Tuesday after his car left the roadway and rolled near Naples, Uintah County.

Smith group says it will respect Salt Lake's Abravanel Hall decision; residents split on plan

Smith Entertainment Group officials say they will honor Salt Lake County's decision to either renovate or rebuild Abravanel Hall within a proposed entertainment district.

A glimpse into the future of urban air travel with Utah's first vertiport demonstration

An empty parking lot in Layton has been transformed into the stage for Utah's first vertiport demonstration, offering a vision of the future of urban air travel.

Sarah Jane Weaver named editor of Deseret News

Longtime journalist and editor Sarah Jane Weaver has been named editor of the Deseret News, joining executive editor Doug Wilks and publisher Burke Olsen in top leadership positions of the nearly 174-year-old publication.

Congo names 3rd American in foiled coup as mourners in Utah remember plot leader

Congo has released the name of the third American involved a foiled coup plot in Kinshasa as family members in Utah gathered to mourn the leader of the ill-fated attack targeting the presidential palace over the weekend.

5th grader doles out THC gummies at North Ogden school; parent under investigation

An elementary school student in North Ogden recently brought a bag of THC gummies to school from home, believing they were candy, and shared them with other students, police say.

Horrific nightmares may signal oncoming flare of these chronic diseases, study says

Vivid, disturbing nightmares may be a sign of a newly developing autoimmune disorder or an upcoming flare of existing disease, experts say.

Advocates urge officials to include affordable housing in new sports and entertainment district

Advocates for Utahns experiencing or at-risk for homelessness are prompting Salt Lake City to mandate the inclusion of deeply affordable housing in the proposed sports and entertainment district.

Biden's approval rating falls to lowest level in nearly 2 years, poll shows

President Joe Biden's public approval rating this month fell to its lowest level in almost two years, tying the lowest reading of his presidency in a warning sign for his reelection effort, a poll showed.

Senate Dems try to resurrect border bill; Lee and Republicans say it's just playing politics

Senate Democratic leadership is bringing back a bipartisan stand-alone border policy package, but Utah Sen. Mike Lee and others say the proposal is likely dead on arrival.

What to do if you spot a cougar this summer

For many Utahns, summer means more time in the mountains — and as a result, more potential encounters with mountain lions.

EPA grants $1M to Murray, Spanish Fork to help redevelop contaminated areas

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Monday is giving $1 million to a pair of Utah cities struggling to revive contaminated areas within their boundaries.

Utahns fighting for refunds on postponed Aerosmith concert

A Utah man purchased Aerosmith tickets back when the show was scheduled in 2023, but the show got pushed to a day that no longer works for him. He decided to Get Gephardt when his quest for a refund hit a dead end.

Christian group allows Sunday morning access to beach it closed to honor God

People will soon be allowed onto the beach on Sunday mornings in one Jersey Shore community where the sand has been closed for generations to honor God.

Latter-day Saint missionary husband follows wife in death, days after tragic accident

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Tuesday that Elder Paul Hardin has died days after his wife, Sister Mary Hardin, following a traffic accident in California.

Why Zach Wilson's pro day performance at BYU continues to fuel debate

Three years after one of Wilson's passes during pro day went viral, the question is still asked: Did that toss earn him the No. 2 pick in the 2021 NFL draft?

Patrick Kinahan: Former All-Star's NBA career has languished since leaving Utah

Generational wealth and not much by way of accomplishment on the basketball court basically has defined his seven seasons since Gordon Hayward left the Utah Jazz.

Sen. Mitt Romney, other lawmakers say Biden's student debt relief plan would burden taxpayers

Utah Sen. Mitt Romney is urging President Joe Biden to halt the latest plan for student debt relief.

Flight attendant pleads not guilty to attempting to record teen girl in airplane bathroom

An American Airlines flight attendant who authorities say tried to secretly record video of a 14-year-old girl using an airplane bathroom in September has pleaded not guilty to attempted exploitation of a child.

St. George police arrest 911 caller for making alleged false report of being robbed at gunpoint

A dozen officers responded May 18 to a report of an armed robbery off River Road only to learn it was a false report made by a 911 caller who needed a ride to Provo, police say.

Moose kills Alaska man attempting to take photos of her newborn calves

Authorities in Alaska say a moose has killed a 70-year-old man in the community of Homer. Two men were walking through the brush trying to take photos of two newborn calves when authorities say the mother moose attacked one of the men.

'No scientific evidence' Tammy Daybell died of homicide, defense pathologist says

Dr. Kathy Raven, a forensic pathologist from California, contradicted autopsy results Tuesday that show Tammy Daybell died of asphyxiation, and that her cause of death was homicide.

Family is 'praying for miracles' after 2 girls hit by car in Spanish Fork

The Spanish Fork community is rooting for the recovery of two girls who were hit by a car over the weekend.

Report names Salt Lake City 3rd best to begin a career in 2024

Every year, the workforce loses employees to retirement and gains new ones entering for the first time.

Trump's defense rests case in hush money trial without calling Trump as witness

Donald Trump's defense lawyers on Tuesday rested their case at his criminal trial on charges stemming from hush money paid to a porn star without calling the former president as a witness.

Teen kidnapping investigation leads to fatal police shooting in Millcreek

Officers responding to a report of a 15-year-old who was kidnapped and being held hostage ended up shooting and killing an armed person in Millcreek, according to Unified police.

Passenger killed, 30 injured as Singapore Airlines flight hits severe turbulence

One passenger was killed and 30 injured after a Singapore Airlines flight from London hit severe turbulence en route on Tuesday, forcing it to make an emergency landing in Bangkok, officials and the airline said.

Kayakers concerned over height of new Croydon Bridge on Weber River

Kayakers said they're concerned a new bridge in Morgan County is too low.