Loveland Living Planet Aquarium welcomes baby penguin

After a rough first month of life, a baby penguin born at the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium is healthy and thriving.

'Water running through like waterfalls': Home damaged by recent Moab flooding

Recent flash flooding in Moab hit streets, canyons, and damaged some residents' homes. One couple said they've been living under a hole-covered roof since severe storms hit southeastern Utah last week.

Florida prosecutors knew Epstein raped teens before cutting deal, transcript shows

A Florida judge has released transcripts detailing 2006 grand jury testimony that accused the late millionaire and financier Jeffrey Epstein of sexually assaulting numerous underage teenage girls at his Palm Beach mansion.

Driver of semi that crashed into Tooele dealership criminally charged

The driver of a semi that hit 33 cars and injured 11 people is now facing a misdemeanor charge.

Burn experts warn of hot surfaces, other heat-related dangers during summer months

The summer heat is great for dipping in the pool and eating a snow cone, but the heat can also quickly add danger during outdoor recreation.

Utah's largest school district could split through interlocal agreements

Alpine School District could still be splitting, though, not by way of a ballot measure put forward by the district's school board.

Trump hush money sentencing delayed to September, weeks before election

Donald Trump's sentencing for his conviction on criminal charges stemming from hush money paid to a porn star was delayed on Tuesday until Sept. 18.

Utah Highway Patrol to increase troopers on DUI shifts in July

After an increase in DUI-related arrests and 30 deaths so far in 2024, the Utah Highway Patrol will increase shifts searching for DUI offenders in July.

Spencer Cox, Matthew McConaughey to speak at US governors event in Salt Lake City

Spencer Cox will speak as chairman of the National Governors Association in Salt Lake City next week, along with actor Matthew McConaughey.

Paris Olympics alters Tour de France; Idaho racer among the favorites

The Tour de France, the world's premier bicycle race, might regain viewership in America after popular Netflix series "Unchained."

Prison contractor Wellcon Inc. hit with $2 million fine after Utah inmate's 2013 death

Ten years after an inmate's death at a Salt Lake jail, his surviving family has been awarded a $2 million settlement.

Lori Vallow Daybell's murder trial in Arizona rescheduled for early 2025

Lori Vallow Daybell's Arizona murder trial is now slated for 2025.

Proposed Smith Entertainment Group agreement includes tax hike, new Delta Center ticket fees

Smith Entertainment Group's adjusted agreement with Salt Lake City over a revitalization district includes a proposed tax increase and new ticket fees for Delta Center events.

With World UFO Day here, Ogden business owner/UFO buff has a message: 'Open your mind.'

On the occasion of World UFO Day, Victor Camcho, a UFO buff and operator of Alien Legacy in Ogden, has a message: "Open your mind, listen to the information."

Beryl heads toward Jamaica as a major hurricane after ripping through southeast Caribbean

Hurricane Beryl is roaring across the Caribbean Sea as a powerful Category 4 storm on a path toward Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. At least six people have died after Beryl slammed the southeast Caribbean.

Sheriff's office locates man accused of brandishing gun in road rage incident

A man accused of brandishing a gun during a road rage incident Thursday morning in Eagle Mountain has been located and cited by the Utah County Sheriff's Office.

Fourth of July travel could be record-breaking across the US, but what about Utah?

The Fourth of July lands on Thursday this year, which has travel experts expecting large travel numbers that are spread out over the unofficial holiday weekend.

Biden administration tells doctors to provide emergency abortions

The Democratic Biden administration is telling emergency room doctors they must perform emergency abortions when necessary to save a pregnant woman's health. That's following last week's 6-3 Supreme Court ruling.

Salt Lake City celebrates progress in accessibility

Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall released a proclamation recognizing Disability Pride Month that was posted to social media, acknowledging the barriers faced by people with disabilities and a need to continue forward.

Rep. Lloyd Doggett is the first Democrat to publicly call for Biden to step down as party's nominee

A House Democratic lawmaker has become the first in the party to publicly call for President Joe Biden to step down as the Democratic nominee for president, citing Biden's debate performance against Donald Trump failing to "effectively defend his many accomplishments."

Utah woman charged in child porn investigation 3 weeks after warrant issued for husband

A woman — whose husband, police say, is an airman with Hill Air Force Base and is currently awaiting extradition to face a sex offense charge in another state — is now facing her own charges for allegedly distributing child sex abuse material.

Where you can and can't launch fireworks in Utah this year

Launching fireworks is once again legal in Utah for the Fourth of July, but communities have restrictions, including where fireworks are and aren't legal.

Death row inmate Honie gets July 22 commutation hearing

The Utah Board of Pardons and Parole has set a date for death row inmate Taberon Honie's commutation hearing.

Utah sales rep injured at work while skiing

A salesperson injured during a work ski outing was denied workers compensation benefits until attorneys at Davis & Sanchez got involved.

Fourth of July a favorite holiday for everyone, except pets!

The Fourth of July is a day when the streets are filled with the scent of an all-American barbecue and the Utah night sky is painted a blanket of color and smoke from the customary display of fireworks. The fun-filled traditions may be a favorite for most Americans, but not for your pets.

Utah picked to win Big 12 by league media in first season; BYU tabbed 13th

The University of Utah is the favorite to win the Big 12 in its first season as a league football member — but not by much.

Patrick Kinahan: Is trading Markkanen really the best Jazz move?

Trading away three All-Star players over the last two summers does not seem like the formula to build a championship-caliber NBA team.

Elder Matthew Holland asks Utahns to cherish their liberties

Speaking at the Patriotic Service of the America's Freedom Festival in Provo, Utah, Elder Holland, a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, addressed the topic "Forging a Future of Freedom — Faith, Hope, and Charity."

Charges filed against man accused of trying to hijack UTA bus

A man who police say attempted to hijack a UTA bus after inhaling an aerosol can is now facing formal charges. Additionally, Adult Probation and Parole is recommending he serve his prison sentence that was suspended in September.

Blake Anderson out as Utah State football coach after he 'violated' university policies

Blake Anderson's tenure as Utah State's football coach appears to be over.

Giuliani loses New York law license after backing Trump's false 2020 election claims

Rudy Giuliani lost his New York law license on Tuesday, after a state appeals court found he had lied in arguing that the 2020 presidential election was stolen from his client, Republican former President Donald Trump.

Supreme Court to hear fight over FDA denial of flavored vape products

The Supreme Court agreed on Tuesday to hear the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's defense of the agency's rejection of applications by two companies to sell flavored vape products that it has determined pose health risks for young consumers.

Newly approved funding helps clear wildfire fuels near Ogden-area homes

Firefighters in Ogden are working to prepare and protect high-risk areas from wildfires, thanks to new state funding approved in early 2024. 

Stampede at religious event in India kills at least 116 people, mostly women and children

Thousands of people at a religious gathering in India rushed to leave a makeshift tent, setting off a stampede Tuesday that killed at least 116 and left scores injured, officials said.

Rocky Mountain Power explains huge rate hike proposal

Rocky Mountain Power is explaining the reasons behind a proposed rate hike of 30% in customer electricity bills.

Utah family mourns loss of 14-year-old son after construction accident

A Utah family is mourning the death of their teen after a fall on Friday.

Hunter Biden sues Fox News over 'mock trial' miniseries

President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden sued conservative news outlet Fox News on Monday for publishing nude photos and videos of him in a fictionalized "mock trial" miniseries focused on his foreign business dealings.

Utah fireworks season significantly contributes to air pollution, BYU study shows

Summer in Utah isn't complete without fireworks. And while most are dazzled by the colors in the air, some BYU professors are concerned about air pollution.