Fed cuts rates by half a percentage point, cites 'greater confidence' on inflation

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half of a percentage point on Wednesday, kicking off what is expected to be a steady easing of monetary policy with a larger-than-usual reduction in borrowing costs.

Utah's legislative leaders get an update on the state's economy. Here's what they liked

The state's economy continues to be strong, leaders of the Utah Legislature were told Tuesday.

West Valley City OKs redevelopment plan for Redwood site despite strong opposition

The West Valley City Council approved a redevelopment plan for the site of the Redwood Swap Meet despite the strong opposition of many locals.

Breeze to offer new service between Provo and nation's capital

Breeze Airways says it will begin new nonstop service between Provo Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport beginning next month.

Salt Lake Chamber honors business, community leaders that influence 'why we love Utah'

KSL.com was honored Tuesday with the Salt Lake Chamber's President's Award for Excellence. A diverse array of business and community leaders were also honored.

Get Gephardt helps Utah mother refused refund for unsafe, knockoff car seat

A Utah mother gets help from Matt Gephardt after she bought a bogus car seat through Walmart's website.

Utah committee approves Salt Lake City-Smith Entertainment Group deal for Delta Center district

A plan that would keep the NBA's Utah Jazz and the NHL's Utah Hockey Club downtown is another step closer to becoming a reality.

Major companies abandon an LGBTQ+ rights report card after facing anti-diversity backlash

More than two decades ago, a national LGBTQ+ rights group decided to promote change by grading corporations on their workplace policies. The scorecard itself has come under attack in recent months.

FAA wants to fine SpaceX $633K for alleged safety violations during 2 Florida launches

SpaceX faces $633,000 in fines for alleged safety violations during two Florida launches last year.

Employee who called Titan submersible unsafe testifies company only wanted to make money

A key employee who labeled a doomed experimental submersible unsafe prior to its last, fatal voyage testified Tuesday that he frequently clashed with the company's co-founder and felt the company was committed only to making money.

Uber to roll out 'verified' rider badge, trip recording features in US

Uber is rolling out features that would allow its drivers to see "verified" badges on customer profiles and record trips on their smartphones instead of a dashcam, the ride-hailing firm said on Tuesday.

Instagram makes teen accounts private as pressure mounts on the app to protect children

Instagram is introducing separate teen accounts for those under 18 as it tries to make the platform safer for children amid growing backlash against how social media affects young people's lives.

Haitian food truck operator speaks out as food debate flares, defends Haitian immigrants, cuisine

A Salt Lake City food truck operator is defending Haitian immigrants and food after the flare-up prompted by the talk of pets during last week's presidential debate.

Utah intends to continue legal action against former Purdue Pharma owner

Utah intends to continue legal action against Richard Sackler, former owner of Purdue Pharma.