Silicon Slopes to Hollywood Hills? UVU student's screenplay to be produced by FanX

UVU student Jessa Wright was granted a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity when she received a call informing her that her screenplay is moving into development with FanX Studios.

It's official: Chase Roberts coming back to BYU for 1 more year

The Cougars' leading receiver reversed course on his earlier decision to leave BYU after graduating in December, and will instead "run it back" for one more year in 2025, he announced late Saturday night in a video.

2 US Navy pilots shot down over Red Sea in apparent 'friendly fire' incident, US military says

The U.S. military says two Navy pilots have been shot down over the Red Sea in an apparent "friendly fire" incident, and both pilots were recovered alive, with one suffering minor injuries in the incident on Sunday.

Utah women's basketball dominates Arizona State 102-82 in Big 12 opener

The Utes began their Big 12 campaign with authority, dismantling the Arizona State 102-82 Saturday afternoon at the Huntsman Center.

Jazz get back-to-back wins for 1st time this season with victory over Nets

With a 105-94 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday, the Utah Jazz have suddenly won two games in a row.

'This has been my life': Redwood Swap Meet to close Sunday as site redevelopment looms

The Redwood Swap Meet, a weekend open air market that caters to a largely Latino base, is to close Sunday as redevelopment of the West Valley City site looms.

What motivates people to give during the holidays? Is there still time to help?

Utahns showed up for their neighbors this holiday season, and the Christmas cheer isn't over yet.

West Jordan woman accused of financially exploiting stepfather

A West Jordan woman has been charged with financially exploiting her stepfather, who has dementia.

Government shutdown avoided, Sens. Lee and Romney vote no on CR

Despite avoiding a devastating government shutdown, not everyone in Utah's congressional delegation was thrilled by the outcome of Friday's interim spending bill.

What will Utah's new representative focus on as a freshman in Congress?

Rep.-elect Mike Kennedy received his congressional committee assignments earlier this week, and like any freshman, is looking forward to the challenge. Kennedy, who will replace John Curtis in Utah's 3rd District in January, was appointed to the House Natural Resources and Science, Space and Technology Committees.

Runnin' Utes give up 2nd half lead as Iowa pulls away for 95-88 win

Iowa's defense was smothering, and Utah did little to help itself on offense by starting the game shooting just 12.5% from the floor.

Sen. Mike Lee on his relationship with 'rock star type' Elon Musk

On Elon Musk's social media site, X, he and Utah Sen. Mike Lee appear to have developed a mutual admiration for one another, frequently agreeing with each other's takes on issues of the day.

South Jordan-based company creates 'Be Loving' campaign, free hotline to help the lonely

Western States Lodging and Management, based in South Jordan, has a 'Be Loving' campaign, a free hotline to spread positivity for those depressed or irritated by family.

Italy's 2026 Winter Games to hold events in New York? U.S. Olympic officials weighing

What had seemed like a far-fetched backup plan for sliding sports at the 2026 Winter Games in Italy is a step closer to reality.

Photo gallery: A backstage pass to the 'Nutcracker' ballet

The story of 'The Nutcracker' is loosely based on a fantasy story about a girl named Clara, who is given a nutcracker on Christmas Eve that she accidentally breaks.

Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind support families with infants, toddlers

The Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind have been providing services for babies from ages zero to 3 for close to 40 years, but not only for their students.

Group of burglars arrive armed to North Salt Lake neighborhood

North Salt Lake police and residents are concerned about a group of car burglars armed with rifles that are still at large.

How old are Saturn's rings? Study suggests they could be 4.5 billion years old just like the planet

New research suggests that Saturn's rings may be older than they look — possibly as old as the planet.

Utah's college grads often lacking 'durable skills' to succeed in industry, claims study

A new study has sobering results on university graduates' preparedness as they begin their careers.

Bird flu drives egg prices to all-time highs before Christmas

Wholesale egg prices are shattering records as an accelerating outbreak of bird flu in laying hens slashes supplies while shoppers buy more to bake Christmas cookies and other holiday treats.

Why BYU is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse a ruling

A lower court's ruling would force Bethesda University to include members on its board of directors who do not follow the school's firmly held religious beliefs.

Sometimes we can't understand 'terrible choices': Slain West Valley family laid to rest

Four members of a West Valley family found shot to death in their home were laid to rest Saturday in Salt Lake City.

5 dark sky places in Utah worth exploring for the longest night of the year

These are five options worth exploring for those looking to enjoy Utah's dark sky during the longest night of the year.

Utah Valley out to build wrestling contender, and a hometown hero already is one

The 165-pound fifth-year senior won four state titles at Layton High, and currently ranks No. 4 in the country after transferring home to Utah Valley after starting his collegiate career at Penn State.

Biden signs bill that averts government shutdown

President Joe Biden has signed legislation that averts a government shutdown heading into Christmas.

'You killed a mother': Family of woman killed in crash involving fleeing shooting suspect speaks out

The family of a pregnant woman who lost her life in a crash involving a driver fleeing from a shooting is speaking out about their loss.

Woman arrested, accused of damaging $10K cloth at Church History Museum

A woman was arrested Friday for allegedly damaging a tapa cloth in the Church History Museum in Salt Lake City.

Christmas to New Year's: Rough time for pets and their health

We're entering a not-so-good time for pets and pet hospitals. Pets visit the hospitals the most over the next 10 days due to eating holiday food, decorations and mistletoe and other Christmas greenery — all of which can make them sick.

Death toll in attack on Christmas market in Germany rises to 5 and more than 200 injured

The death toll in the attack on a busy Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg has risen to five, the state governor said Saturday.

Amenity-filled new-home community Viridian coming to Salem

D.R. Horton, America's Builder, is introducing a master-planned community in Salem. Buyers can find everything from starter to forever homes built in this stunning area.

Book 'em Dan-O: Iron County's newest K-9 is ready for action

Dan-O, Iron County's newest K-9 officer, is fresh out of his certification training and is eager to start working, his fellow law enforcement officers said.

Apparent murder-suicide puts spotlight on Utah's small Myanmar community

An apparent murder-suicide in West Valley City has put the spotlight on Utah's small community from Myanmar, where the family involved had come from.