Utah Senate mourns death of longtime lawmaker Karen Mayne

The Utah State Senate announced the death longtime state lawmaker Karen Mayne in a statement Thursday night.

Man accused of murder accepts second plea deal following more felony charges

A man charged with first-degree murder has been given a second plea deal for more felony charges stemming from alleged incidents in the Bonneville County Jail in Idaho.

Fryer's early goal, Hernaez's late PK save helps BYU open season 1-0 over No. 19 Wisconsin

Allie Fryer scored a first-half goal, and Lynette Hernaez made six saves including stopping a penalty kick to help No. 3 BYU hold off No. 19 Wisconsin 1-0.

Weber School District officials confident new high school will be ready on Sept. 3

Students at West Field High School in Weber County will start the school year two weeks late because of construction delays in the building of the new school.

'Find my iPad' feature helps crack series of burglaries, thefts in Woods Cross

An iPad feature led to a man being charged with a series of six burglaries and thefts that occurred over the weekend on the same street.

University of Utah merging 2 historic programs to establish new school

Students at the University of Utah will have a new school. The university announced Tuesday it has established the School of Environment, Society and Sustainability.

Man charged with taking drunken joy ride in stolen tow truck at Yellowstone National Park

A man was arrested and charged in U.S. District Court after investigators say he stole a federal tow truck near Old Faithful.

Is Phil Lyman's write-in candidacy a blow to GOP unity or a beacon for election transparency?

State Rep. Phil Lyman has launched a write-in campaign for governor after the Utah Supreme Court dismissed his petition to name himself as the Republican nominee.

Australian breaker Rachael Gunn says ridicule of her Olympic performance has been 'devastating'

Australian breaker Rachael Gunn says the backlash to her much-ridiculed Olympic performance has been "devastating," adding that she took the competition seriously and gave her best effort.

Utahns to vote on constitutional amendment to alter how income tax revenues can be used

Come November, Utah voters will once again consider a proposal to alter the long-standing earmark on income tax revenue for education.

Average 30-year mortgage rate up to 6.49%, near its lowest level in more than a year

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage edged higher this week, holding close to its lowest level in more than a year. The rate rose to 6.49% from 6.47% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday.

Wrongful death suit against Disney serves as warning to consumers when clicking 'I agree'

A wrongful death lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is serving as a reminder to consumers the importance of reading the fine print when signing up for a streaming service or smartphone app.

Human parvovirus on the rise in the US. Here's what to know

Human parvovirus B19 cases are increasing in the U.S. The seasonal respiratory virus can have dangerous complications for those with blood disorders, weak immune systems or who are pregnant, the CDC warns.

Man, 76, dies in electric scooter crash, Ogden police say

A 76-year-old man has died after crashed his electric scooter while avoiding being hit by a vehicle on Thursday.

Officers describe harrowing efforts to save teen trapped in burning car

Lone Peak and American Fork police officers, with help from a good Samaritan, describe their difficult but ultimately successful attempts to save a teen who was trapped in a burning car.

Proposal to rename fire station sparks renewed controversy in Bluffdale

Some Bluffdale residents say a proposal to rename a fire station is meant to punish a former rival of the city's mayor. Others say it's because the namesake pleaded guilty to a felony.

Is no tax on tips actually a good idea?

After former president Donald Trump said he would like to eliminate taxes on tips for service workers, Vice President Kamala Harris followed suit, announcing she also supported eliminating taxes on income raised through tips. But is it a good idea?

Salt Lake wants to build a park surrounding downtown. Here's when it could be completed

Salt Lake City wants to build a "loop" of park space around its downtown core. It appears the project could potentially be completed through phases over the next decade.

Utah's largest dog-friendly Oktoberfest at Snowbasin

This one-of-a-kind event is the largest dog-friendly Oktoberfest in Utah, making it the perfect destination for both beer enthusiasts and dog lovers alike.

Jazz's 2024-25 schedule features long road trips and longer home stands

For the last 30 years, the Utah Jazz have had an arena to themselves. Not anymore.

Residents north of Utah Lake assess large hail damage after record-breaking storm

Homeowners in the Loch Lomond subdivision spent Wednesday cleaning up and repairing extensive damage caused by Tuesday's storms.

2 people sentenced after 25 pounds of meth found in Cedar City traffic stop

A woman and a man who pleaded guilty to drug possession after Utah Highway Patrol troopers found 25 pounds of methamphetamine in their car in early April have been sentenced in connection with the case.

Contamination and concern: The challenge with Utah water

Tis the season for hot weather, stagnant water and the attendant health risks that come in the form of outbreaks of harmful algal blooms as well the potential danger of E. coli contamination, which stems from human or animal fecal matter in waterways.

Can Evan Johnson's 100-meter speed secure him a starting corner spot at BYU this season?

BYU's cornerback room is chock full of uncommon athleticism relative to most years, and it's not really even close.

Spanish Fork High School welcomes students to new building

On Wednesday, around 1,600 students headed into a brand-new building on their first day of school in the Nebo School District.

Driver going 110 mph passed by motorcycle going 141 mph, trooper says

A Utah Highway Patrol trooper spotted two vehicles going over 100 mph on I-15 early Thursday and was able to stop one.

Phil Lyman, Democrat Brian King unite in campaign video against Gov. Spencer Cox

Republican Phil Lyman and Democrat Brian King teamed up for a campaign video making the case against another four years of Gov. Spencer Cox.

Health tips and back-to-school family mental health toolkit from Primary Children's Hospital

Experts from Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital are recommending some additions to your back-to-school checklist: health tips and a back-to-school mental health toolkit.

How Utah's defensive coaches continue to churn out NFL-caliber players in the secondary

The question for the 2024 season, though, is who is next for the Utes?

Latter-day Saints, Methodists share a church in this town

When Latter-day Saints in Colebrook, New Hampshire, needed a place to worship, the Methodists shared their church.

Why Utah wants anglers to target specific fish species at these 4 bodies of water

Utah Division of Wildlife Resources officials are calling on anglers to target specific fish species in four bodies of water across northeast Utah.

Beef jerky, salted nuts helped 89-year-old hiker's 'very unlikely' survival in Idaho wilderness

Equipped with only 19 pounds of gear, 89-year-old Bing Olbum set off on what he intended to be a five-day hiking trip.

Little Cottonwood Canyon's climbing routes are now a historic treasure, a first in the US

Historians say Little Cottonwood Canyon's climbing routes help tell a story about how Utah recreation trends have changed over time. They're now on the National Register of Historic Places, too.

Woman accused of tugging other woman's short skirt reaches plea deal

A southern Utah woman has pleaded no contest to sexual battery after tugging on another woman's skirt she thought was too short. A video of the incident went viral.

New to blue: BYU women's soccer jumps into 2024 season in rare preseason form

After a run that included two NCAA College Cup semifinals in three years, BYU has found itself in an unfamiliar position as it prepares for Thursday's season opener.

Matthew Perry's assistant among 5 people, including 2 doctors, charged in 'Friends' star's death

A prosecutor says five people have been charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death from a ketamine overdose last year, including the actor's assistant and two doctors.

'It's going to hurt': Salt Lake City to discuss future of Fleet Block murals

Salt Lake City officials plan to meet with family members of the many faces depicted in murals on the walls of the Fleet Block buildings as plans advance to demolish the structures.

Vance and Walz agree to a vice presidential debate on Oct. 1

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance have agreed to debate each other on Oct. 1, setting up a matchup of potential vice presidents as early voting in some states gets underway for the general election.

1 critically injured in Duchesne County oil rig explosion

One person was hospitalized in critical condition Wednesday following an oil rig explosion in Myton, Duchesne County.

Fascinating Utah County museums you can visit and most are free

Whether you're interested in art, history or science, you'll find a place to quench your thirst for knowledge and learning.

'Just innocent bystanders': Women hit by gunfire in Salt Lake City speak out

Two innocent bystanders caught in the middle of a shooting in downtown Salt Lake City are sharing their frightening story.

2 people in custody after alleged armed robbery and fleeing from police

Police arrested two people who they say are suspected of robbing and shooting a victim in the arm, then leading officers on a car chase across Salt Lake County on Wednesday afternoon.

Gena Rowlands, acting powerhouse, dies

Gena Rowlands, hailed as one of the greatest actors to ever practice the craft and a guiding light in independent cinema as a star in groundbreaking movies by her director husband, John Cassavetes, and who later charmed audiences in her son's tear-jerker "The Notebook," has died.

'My dad gave his life for me,' says son of Layton man who drowned at Willard Bay

The family of a man who drowned Saturday at Willard Bay said he died just as he lived — selflessly — while trying to save his son.