Utah Dem: Assassination attempt against Trump 'wiped out' talk of Biden stepping aside

Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are expressing relief that former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday.

Walmart retools its young adult clothing line in pursuit of fashion credibility

Walmart has spent three years overhauling its mix of adult apparel to make it stylish as well as sensible for middle America.

Biden is trying to sharpen the choice voters face in November as Republicans meet in Milwaukee

President Joe Biden is returning to the campaign trail for the first time since the attempted assassination of his Republican rival, former President Donald Trump.

Former head of University of Utah's diversity division, axed by HB261, is stepping down

Mary Ann Villarreal, who headed the University of Utah's equity, diversity and inclusion division before its elimination because of HB261, is leaving to take another post.

Birth of premature baby at West Valley overflow shelter 'sheds light on the urgent need'

A premature baby boy was born in between the sliding glass doors of the West Valley overflow shelter early Thursday last week.

Utah is seeing an increase in political threats, Department of Public Safety head says

Investigators have seen an increase in political threats against elected officials in Utah, the head of the state's Department of Public Safety said.

Utah's air quality gets worse as wildfire smoke moves in

Some parts of Utah are looking a little hazier as wildfire smoke settles in.

Here are the local baseball players selected in the 2024 MLB draft

The Big 12 had 50 players selected by Major League ball clubs during the 20-round draft, the most by the conference since 2011 that included three Utah players and one from BYU.

Former college running back pleads guilty to killing 2nd man 1 day after killing another

Christian Taele pleaded guilty Tuesday to murdering Tyler Belinti, 23, in Ogden a day after murdering Ryan Hooly in Spanish Fork in June 2022. He claimed he was directed by a higher power.

I-15 south reopens after separate crashes cause fatality, closure on Arizona-Nevada border

The southbound lanes of Interstate 15 are open after two crashes on the Arizona-Nevada state line forced a closure early Tuesday morning.

Weber County's offerings for seniors face uncertainty; one or two facilities could close

Weber County leaders are debating the future of the five senior centers in the county and mulling elimination of one or two of them due to limited funding.

Ingrid Andress says she's checking into rehab after viral national anthem performance

Country music artist Ingrid Andress says she was intoxicated during her much-criticized performance of the national anthem on Monday at the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby and will be seeking treatment.

2 killed in 3-vehicle collision in Sanpete County

Two people were killed and three suffered moderate injuries in a three-vehicle collision near Chester, Sanpete County.

Elon Musk says he's moving SpaceX and X out of California

Elon Musk says he's moving his companies out of California.

When toxins come home from work and family members get sick, who's responsible?

Safety measures go a long way on the job. But what about hazards you take home with you? KSL investigates who's responsible when loved ones get sick from toxins in the workplace.

Convention delegates react to JD Vance pick: 'If Trump likes him, I love him'

Trump's vice president selection steals the show on the first day of the Republican convention.

Corvette stolen in 'coordinated' theft operation at airport, police say

Three men who police say stole a car from the economy lot at the Salt Lake City International Airport have been arrested, but a fourth man and a Corvette remained missing Tuesday.

Have You Seen This? BYU athletic director has unique connection to CFB 25 video game

The decade-long wait is over as EA Sports has released its first college football video game since 2014 this week with the unveiling of EA Sports College Football 25.

Utah rental market softens, but for how long?

Utah's rental market is seeing a decrease in prices after years of astronomical increase. Experts say the trend will likely not last forever.

Fire crews battling blazes in northern, eastern Utah

The Tangent Peak Fire has reached 468 acres, as crews fly to access a remote portion of Box Elder County on the northwestern perimeter of the Great Salt Lake.

Mediterranean diet found to improve children's heart health, study finds

The Mediterranean diet has been linked to many health benefits for adults. Now, a new study suggests it could be beneficial to children's heart health as well.

Salt Lake City airport announces 12 more concessions coming soon to Concourse B

Salt Lake City airport officials named 12 new food and retail options set to open by 2026 along with its next big gate expansion.

Aggies football: Previewing the 2024 season with a look at Boise State, UNLV

Utah State starts its conference schedule on Oct. 5.

Trump gunman fired shot from roof that wasn't secured by any agency

The gunman who tried to assassinate Donald Trump fired from a rooftop that the Secret Service had declared to be outside its security perimeter — a fatal omission that the agency should not have made, according to two of its former officials.

Criminal charges dismissed against 2 Millard County sheriff's deputies

The criminal cases against two Millard County sheriff's deputies accused of obstruction and official misconduct have now been dismissed.

Negligent use of fireworks to blame for Layton fire that destroyed a home and vehicles

Investigators say negligence with fireworks resulted in a devastating fire in Layton that destroyed a family's home, cars, and primary source of income.

What JD Vance has said about his faith

The Ohio senator and recently named running mate of former President Donald Trump spoke with the Deseret News in 2016 about his religious journey.

Sen. Bob Menendez guilty of taking bribes in cash and gold and acting as Egypt's foreign agent

Sen. Bob Menendez has been convicted of all charges at his corruption trial, including accepting bribes of gold and cash from three New Jersey businessmen and acting as a foreign agent for the Egyptian government.

Stringent fire restrictions ordered for Antelope Island amid 'extremely dry' conditions

State firefighters are implementing more stringent fire restrictions at Antelope Island State Park as "extremely dry vegetation conditions" begin to grip the region.

Patrick Kinahan: Only guarantee with Whittingham's retirement is no long farewell party

Much to the dismay of Utah fans, and to the delight of their BYU counterparts, Kyle Whittingham won't coach forever.

Man sentenced to prison for causing death of toymaker while under the influence of alcohol

A West Jordan man was sentenced to prison after being found guilty of negligently operating a vehicle resulting in a man's death. The victim was delivering toys to area hospitals.

Utah man sentenced in smartphone scheme that defrauded investors out of $10M

A 60-year-old Utah man was sentenced in federal court on Monday to 29 months in jail after he admitted to defrauding hundreds of investors out of $10 million in his smartphone company — SAYGUS.

'It reminds me of Kelly': Kyle Filipowski starting to find his footing (and playmaking) with Jazz

Kyle Filipowski touched his lips to check for blood.

Snacks are getting cheaper as Americans tire of high prices

PepsiCo's snack unit Frito-Lay posted a dip in revenue in its second quarter Thursday after multiple quarters of price increases.

Woman dies during Snow Canyon hike, parents in critical condition

A 30-year-old woman who moved to Utah for the church community died during a family hike in Snow Canyon on Saturday. Her parents are in critical condition.

Man accused of touching 2 girls in Salt Lake stores now faces new charges

A Utah man charged with sexually abusing two girls in Salt Lake stores is facing additional charges accusing him of possession child sex abuse material on his phone.

2 injured in rollover crash on I-15 in Box Elder County

Two people were seriously hurt after an SUV rolled off Interstate 15 in northern Utah early Tuesday morning.

Republican convention focuses on immigration a day after Trump makes triumphant entrance

The Republican National Convention resumes with a focus on immigration. The issue is central to former President Donald Trump's political brand that helped endear him to the GOP base when he began his first campaign in 2015.

Amazon Prime Day is a big event for scammers, experts warn

Amazon Prime Day is here. And experts are reminding consumers to be wary of scams.

Utah delegates motivated to participate at RNC after attempted assassination of Trump

Utah delegates at the RNC say they're inspired by Trump and motivated to participate after the attempted assassination just days prior to the convention.