Utah voters split on US Supreme Court term limits

Utahns are split on whether or not they support 18-year term limits for U.S. Supreme Court justices.

'We've seen a lot of miracles': Oil rig worker injured in explosion slowly recovering

The family of an oil rig worker who was seriously injured in an explosion over a week ago says he is slowly recovering from third-degree burns on nearly 80% of his body.

Perseverance rover is making a steep ascent to reach unexplored Martian territory

The Perseverance rover has begun a long climb up the steep rim of Jezero Crater on a quest to discover some of the most ancient rocks on Mars — and the potential for environments that may have once hosted life on the red planet.

New signings not enough for RSL in 2-0 loss to last-place San Jose

The game extended RSL's clean sheet drought to eight matches in MLS play with the last shutout coming on June 15 in a 0-0 draw.

3 Utahns drown in Sierra Nevada range whirlpool; community mourns loss of race director

Three Utahns drowned Friday night after being caught in a whirlpool while rappelling into an area known as Seven Teacups in Sierra Nevada.

Feeling groggy in the afternoon? Here's how to nap the right way

An afternoon nap can be refreshing, but experts say it also can help you at work or with other activities.

'This is my light' — Davis County orchestra brings free music to community

A Davis County community orchestra has seen growth in numbers over the last six years, as musicians find a refuge from the stresses of life.

Stansbury Park family continues to fight for school zone designation after being hit in a crosswalk

One family knows how painful it can be when a driver doesn't see you in the crosswalk.

Utah parole board rescinds release date for repeat sexual offender after victim testimony

Just three short months after her perpetrator was sentenced to serve up to 15 years, a Utah woman learned the parole board had decided to grant his release without hearing from his multiple victims. That changed this week.

How a generational cinnamon roll recipe grew from a family kitchen to a storefront

Started long ago in a family kitchen in Utah, Sunshine Buns on Friday opened its first brick-and-mortar location in Orem.

SpaceX to return Boeing's Starliner astronauts from space next year, NASA says

Two NASA astronauts will need to return to Earth on a SpaceX vehicle early next year, NASA officials said on Saturday, deeming issues with Starliner's propulsion system too risky.

Boulter Fire that ignited Saturday now estimated at 2,300 acres

The Boulter Fire near the border of Tooele and Juab counties that began Saturday is now estimated at 2,300 acres and is zero percent contained.

Have You Seen This? World's best watchdog

If you live in a snake-infested area, you should definitely consider getting a dog like this.

Israeli evacuation orders cram Palestinians into shrinking 'humanitarian zone' where food is scarce

The Israeli military is issuing evacuation orders for southern Gaza at an unprecedented pace. Over the last month, the orders have sent hundreds of thousands of Palestinians fleeing into already crowded tent camps.

4 under-the-radar freshmen from BYU's 'home-run' class

"We're only a short while into that freshman class, but I think we hit a home run with all of those guys," BYU second-year defensive coordinator Jay Hill said during training camp.

Salt Lake man charged with kidnapping, sexually assaulting teen boy

A Salt Lake man is facing criminal charges after police say a teen boy was grabbed while walking around his apartment complex, carried to an apartment and sexually assaulted.

US births declined in 2023, more women skipping prenatal care

The number of births in the U.S. and the fertility rate both declined from 2022 to 2023. And for the second year in a row, so did prenatal care in the first trimester of pregnancy, including a growing share of mothers who got no prenatal care at all.

A 16-year-old is dead and a juvenile is in custody following stabbing in Sandy parking lot

A Jordan High School student was killed in a stabbing Friday by the Sandy expo center, according to police. A juvenile has been taken into custody.

Test Drive: Updated for 2024, the Ford F-150 builds on its legacy of excellence

Here are some thoughts on the highly rated 2024 version of the Ford F150.

Italian prosecutors open shipwreck and manslaughter investigation into superyacht sinking

Prosecutors in Italy have opened an investigation into culpable shipwreck and multiple manslaughter after a superyacht capsized during a storm off the coast of Sicily, killing seven people onboard.

Ogden Valley, Spring Lake incorporation proposals go to voters in November

Proposals calling for incorporation of the Ogden Valley in Weber County and Spring Lake in Utah County will go to voters in each locale in November.

Perspective: Freedom and flags at the DNC

Was it smart politics for the DNC to dust off the GOP's big tent and drape it with red, white and blue streamers?

Authorities recover body of Arizona woman who went missing in Grand Canyon after flash flood

Park rangers say the body of an Arizona woman who went missing in the Grand Canyon National Park after a flash flood days earlier has been recovered.

3 men arrested in downtown Salt Lake City shooting

Salt Lake police arrested three men with suspected ties to a fight between known Norteno gang members and a subsequent shooting downtown, Aug. 10 that sent two people to the hospital.

The rise of America's rent-first lifestyle

When we think of renting, we often think of housing. However, many Americans opt for a rent-first lifestyle — clothes, cars, furniture — in many aspects of their lives.

Free COVID tests, treatments to return to help US cope over fall and winter, officials announce

As much of the U.S. continues to experience very high levels of COVID-19 activity, government officials announced on Friday the return of programs to offer free tests, vaccines and treatments to see the nation through the winter respiratory virus season.

You've seen the book, now get it for free

"Putting on Christ" by author Steven Anthony Bishop seeks to inspire those who are diligent truth seekers. And for a limited time, KSL.com readers can get a free e-book version.

Goshen woman charged in extortion case now linked to child kidnapping attempt in Vernal

A Utah County woman who has been advocating for the release of three people arrested in Vernal for allegedly trying to kidnap a child is now facing new criminal charges herself.