Utah trying to get a handle on use of and demand for aggregate

As Utah continues to grapple with explosive growth, contend with housing shortages and significant transportation projects, the need for aggregate material is going to escalate, and the state wants to be prepared.

Spotify Wrapped is finally here. How can you see your 2024 recap?

Spotify Wrapped is back, where users can now view their recap of users' listening habits and year in audio, including their top artists, songs, genres, albums and podcasts.

Utah State men's basketball squeaks past Wyoming to stay undefeated

Utah State has won each of their last three games by four points or less.

US Postal Service offers tips for shipping gifts during the holiday season

It's the season for shopping and shipping gifts, and the U.S. Postal Service says not to delay if you want your holiday mail to arrive on time.

US education secretary visits Utah, touts its career and technical education initiatives

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona spent a day in the Beehive State, traveling between schools to promote mental health and career and technical education programs.

Cosmetology school founder trapped under car, dies from injuries in Cedar City

An 88-year-old man was killed after getting trapped beneath a vehicle in Cedar City on Wednesday.

Kennady McQueen hits 5 3-pointers as Utah women overwhelm Utah State 87-34

The only thing cooling Kennady McQueen down in the first few minutes of the game was a trip to the bench.

State seeks continuity, more oversight of brine extraction

The Utah State Legislature and the Board of Oil, Gas, and Mining is facing conflicts over brine extraction from the Great Salt Lake.

Here's what the Pizza Hut of the future looks like

Your next visit to a Pizza Hut might remind you of Chipotle.

UHSAA approves 2nd draft of realignment, regions for 2025-27

The UHSAA board of trustees met Wednesday and approved its second draft of realignment and new regions for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years.

Supreme Court's Gorsuch steps away from Utah railway case after recusal request

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch will not participate in an environmental case to be argued next week involving a proposed railway in Utah, the court said Wednesday.

Ogden debating new facility for homeless; proposal draws largely supportive feedback

Ogden leaders are debating whether to permit a 25-bed facility for people who are chronically homeless. The plans, so far, are generating largely supportive public feedback.

Billionaire who performed the first private spacewalk is Trump's pick to lead NASA

President-elect Donald Trump has tapped a tech billionaire as his choice for NASA administrator. Trump also selected a veteran and political adviser to be the Army secretary.

'These are awesome moments': 2 Utah Hockey Club players will play in 4 Nations Face-Off

Utah Hockey Club defenseman Olli Määttä and Juuso Välimäki won't be getting much of a break this February.

Conditions in abandoned mine are too dangerous for crew searching for Pennsylvania woman

An abandoned coal mine is too unstable and unsafe for rescuers looking for a 64-year-old Pennsylvania woman who may have been swallowed by a sinkhole.

4th man charged in random vicious attack at Ogden gas station

An Ogden man, who codefendants called "one of the most egregious" of the group, was charged Wednesday with being involved in a vicious attack on a random stranger at a gas station in September.

Salt Lake City, Miller Company seek development agreement ahead of major Fairpark rezone

Salt Lake City and Larry H. Miller Company officials are working to finalize an agreement for a massive project on the west side that could also including an MLB stadium.

Trump's Pentagon nominee Hegseth pushes ahead amid doubts

President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the U.S. Department of Defense, Pete Hegseth, pushed ahead on Wednesday with his bid for the job amid doubts in the Senate over allegations about his personal and professional life.

Utah football signs 21 players so far as part of 2025 signing class

As the NCAA opened up its early signing period for football on Wednesday, Utah had little drama.

BYU adds 18 to kick off early signing period, with an eye on trimming roster to 105

The NCAA's early signing period for college football is even earlier, but head coach Kalani Sitake and his staff were keeping an eye on the upcoming year.

Michigan professor charged with sexually abusing student during trip to Utah

A college professor from Michigan was charged in Utah Tuesday with sexually abusing a student during a trip to Salt Lake City in 2022.

'Everything happens for a reason': Hendricks looks at bright side following season-ending injury

On Wedneday, Hendricks talked to the media for the first time since the gruesome injury that ended his promising sophomore year and left some of his teammates in tears.

Have You Seen This? This dog is asking to get on your lap

This dog knows how to communicate to humans — and maybe even cats.

Small entrepreneurs making big money with apps — here's how you can too

Here's a breakdown of the types of apps making waves for small entrepreneurs, and how you can get started.

Discover the magic of the season with KSL.com's 2024 Holiday Lights Guide

The holiday season is here, and there's nothing quite like the glow of festive lights to brighten your nights and lift your spirits.

Judge dismisses wrongful death lawsuit filed by parents of child killed in Eagle Mountain crash

A judge ruled state employees and contract workers cannot be sued in the death of Odin Ratliff, a child killed in a crash caused by a man the state was overseeing on parole.

Can contention be avoided following vote to split Alpine School District 3 ways?

Former Canyons School District board president Tracy Cowdell is forthright when envisioning the three-way split awaiting the Alpine School District and its patrons.

Uber driver accused of trying to assault woman — the fourth rideshare driver charged in a week

A rideshare driver was charged Tuesday with attempted rape of a passenger heading to work. He's the fourth rideshare driver charged in Salt Lake County in the past week.

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US senators grill officials from 5 airlines over fees for seats and checked bags

A U.S. Senate subcommittee is taking aim at airlines and their growing use of fees for things like early boarding and better seats.

Salt Lake City authorizes temporary 1000 West closure in effort to restore 'quiet zones'

A small section of 1000 West in Salt Lake City may soon close as part of a multicity effort to restore the Wasatch Front's "quiet zones."

Republicans keep narrow House majority as Democrats pick up last race

Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives will hold a slim 220-215 majority when the next Congress gets underway next month after Democrats picked up a seat in California, according to Edison Research on Wednesday.

The Festival of Trees inspires Utahns to give back during its 54th year

The Festival of Trees opens on Thursday at 10 a.m. at the Mountain America Expo Center in Sandy. Visitors to this long-running holiday tradition will be greeted with row after row of beautifully decorated Christmas trees.

How Giving Machines drew major charity leaders together in Times Square

After an event in New York City, World Food Program USA's leader announced a pledge to match dollar for dollar all donations made to the charity through Giving Machines this holiday season.

'Unity and virtue': Mitt Romney bids farewell to the Senate after 6 years

Utah Sen. Mitt Romney bid farewell to the U.S. Senate Wednesday, saying he hopes to be a "voice of unity and virtue" going forward.

Peruvian lawmakers, business officials visit Utah to bolster commercial ties

A contingent of Peruvian lawmakers and others are on a trade mission to Utah, hoping to bolster U.S. ties as China's presence grows in the South American nation.

Woman shares her story after rideshare drivers charged in Salt Lake County sexual abuse cases

A survivor of sexual assault said she was assaulted just feet from her house by the man hired to drive her home.

Support The Road Home at this free supercar event Saturday, Dec. 7

Every Cars & Coffee event is a thrill for car enthusiasts, but the show on Saturday, Dec. 7, is one no one should miss.

Brian Head officials share additional details about collision that injured 7-year-old skier

Brian Head Marshal's Office on Tuesday provided additional details regarding last weekend's skiing collision that sent a 7-year-old boy to the hospital with serious injuries.

Explore the magnificence of France with a Utah-based travel company

When it comes to ideal vacation destinations, France ranks near the top of many people's lists.

TRAX sparked many changes in its first 25 years. What will its next 25 look like?

TRAX changed city and transportation planning after it debuted on Dec. 4, 1999. It's ready to evolve again 25 years later.

Murray changes policy around short-term rentals, hopes to avoid crunch

Demand for short-term rentals like Airbnbs prompted Murray to change its city policy, at least in part. Before Tuesday night's City Council vote, they weren't allowed at all.

UnitedHealthcare executive killed in Manhattan in targeted attack

Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealth's insurance unit, was fatally shot on Wednesday morning outside a Midtown Manhattan hotel in what appeared to be a targeted attack by a gunman lying in wait, New York City police officials said.

Eminem's mother Debbie Nelson, whose rocky relationship fueled the rapper, dies at age 69

Debbie Nelson, the mother of rapper Eminem whose rocky relationship with her son was known widely through his song lyrics, has died.

South Korean president faces impeachment after martial law debacle

South Korean lawmakers submitted a bill on Wednesday to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol after he declared martial law in the country, a major U.S. ally, before rescinding the decision hours later after a chaotic standoff between parliament and the army.

Groups pan planned railway in Utah's rural Uinta Basin

Critics of a proposed 85-mile railway line in the Uinta Basin to ship waxy crude to the Gulf Coast detailed their opposition Tuesday in an advance of a U.S. Supreme Court hearing next week.