Jazz lose by 36 to Nuggets; Hardy shares thoughts on Grizzlies' surprise firing

Nikola Jokic had 27 points, 14 rebounds, and six assists as the Denver Nuggets routed the Jazz 129-93.

HB265 is now law: Utah colleges begin implementing budget reallocation processes

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox signed into law HB265 — the "strategic reinvestment" legislation requiring the state's eight public colleges and universities to reallocate millions to programs determined to be of highest value.

Family — some, more literal than others — take center stage at BYU football alumni game

Several families have had generations play for BYU football, including father and son Blaine and Gavin Fowler taking turns at quarterback in crunch time of Friday's BYU alumni game.

Musk's xAI buys Musk's X social media platform for $33B

Elon Musk's xAI artificial intelligence firm has acquired Musk's X, the social media outfit formerly known as Twitter for $33 billion, marking the latest twist in the billionaire's rapid consolidation of power.

Saying farewell to furry friends: The growing industry of pet funerals in southern Utah

Companies engaged in pet funeral services have seen an increase in market size, and along with an expanding market comes expanded services designed to honor deceased pets.

Man held captive for 20 years asks prosecutors why stepmother is free after being charged

A Connecticut man who told authorities his stepmother held him captive in their home for two decades, since he was a boy, has asked why she is not behind bars while awaiting trial, a state prosecutor said Friday.

Utah Hockey Club fights back with overtime loss to defending Cup champs

Utah Hockey Club head coach André Tourigny ran down a long list of why forward Kevin Stendlund was considered an "unsung hero" this season.

How will big tech comply with Utah's first-in-the-nation child protection laws?

Utah reasserted its place at the tip of the spear in the battle against Big Tech this legislative session with a pair of pioneering bills aimed at protecting parental consent and user data.

Columbia University's interim president steps down and returns to former post

Columbia University's interim president Katrina Armstrong has resigned, returning to her post running the New York school's medical center.

What's coming to Disney+ and coming and going on Hulu in April

The newest season of "Andor" is among the titles coming to Disney+ in April.

Utahns with mental health needs now have an alternative to the emergency room

The Kem and Carolyn Gardner Crisis Care Center opens Monday. Community leaders spoke Friday about the need for the mental health care facility — the first of its kind in the country.

Nikola founder Trevor Milton says he was granted a full pardon by Trump

Trevor Milton, the founder of bankrupt electric and hydrogen-powered truck maker Nikola who was convicted of fraud, has been pardoned by U.S. President Donald Trump.

BYU basketball's curtain call in March comes with higher ceiling for future

Yes, BYU's season ended Thursday night. The Cougars had higher goals than a 25-point loss to the Tide. But Kevin Young's first season as head coach didn't end with disappointment.

Vance accuses Denmark of not keeping Greenland safe from Russia, China

U.S. Vice President JD Vance on Friday accused Denmark of not doing a good job keeping Greenland safe and suggested the United States would better protect the semi-autonomous Danish territory that President Donald Trump has pressed to take over.

Trump asks US Supreme Court to intervene in deportations fight

President Donald Trump asked the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday to lift a temporary order blocking him from using a 1798 law to swiftly deport alleged Venezuelan gang members as part of his two-month-old administration's hardline approach to immigration.

How Utah hopes these traffic light additions can improve pedestrian safety

Utah transportation crews have started a process to install a lighting attachment near traffic signals, which they hope can improve pedestrian safety.

Tuition is set to rise at all 8 of Utah's public higher education institutions

The Utah System of Higher Education on Friday approved tuition increases for the coming academic year at all state public colleges and universities.

Magna father charged with murder in death of 5-week-old son

A Magna man was charged Friday with murder and accused of causing fatal injuries to his 5-week-old baby boy.

HB267 referendum effort says it has 130K signatures, support from Fraternal Order of Police

A coalition working to put a referendum on the ballot to undo the Legislature's bill to strip public unions of collective bargaining rights says it has collected nearly 130,000 signatures.

4 local boredom-buster tours you do not want to miss

Check out four of the many tours available with a reputable and professional company that pays great attention to the details, while you can just relax and enjoy.

Here are the hottest neighborhoods for homebuyers in the country

Don't look for any Utah addresses in a new Top 10 list of the country's hottest neighborhoods for homebuyers.

Report: Miller family nearing deal to purchase RSL, Royals

Sportico reported Friday that the Miller family — former longtime owners of the Utah Jazz — are in advanced talks with Blitzer to buy control stakes in RSL and the Utah Royals.

Labor trafficking charges against Rubicon dismissed without prejudice

Labor trafficking charges against a Davis County general contracting company have been dismissed, but without prejudice meaning the charges could potentially be filed again.

Musk's X back up after brief outage hits US users, Downdetector shows

Social media platform X on Friday recovered after a short outage that impacted thousands of users in the U.S., according to outage tracking website Downdetector.com.

Utah women's basketball star Gianna Kneepkens enters the transfer portal

Gianna Kneepkens had a tough decision to make at the conclusion of this season.

Here's how much losing Sundance is going to cost Utah

After a 40-year-plus run, the vaunted Sundance Film Festival is leaving Utah and taking millions of dollars with it.

Arrest made in fatal West Jordan hit-and-run crash

The owner of an SUV that police say hit and killed a motorcyclist earlier this week and then drove off has been arrested.

Police identify deceased 8-year-old boy, mother shot in Saratoga Springs

Police have identified an 8-year-old boy who died Friday in an apparent shooting in a Saratoga Springs townhome. His mother, who was also shot, remains in critical condition.

A gift that keeps on giving: A wonderful smelling home, and now $200 off

The Scented Vents diffuser is a long-term and efficient alternative to candles and plugins, and is now on sale.

Wall Street tumbles as fresh data fuels inflation fear

Wall Street's primary indexes fell sharply on Friday as data underscored underlying price pressures, stoking fears of what the Trump administration's tariff maneuvers could do.

Young adults flipping the script on the decline of religion

The great awakening: Why younger generations are giving faith a chance.

Utah is first state to ban fluoride in water, restrict flags on public buildings

Utah became the first state in the nation to restrict all but a few approved flags in government buildings and to prohibit fluoride from being added to public water systems.

Their son loved to skateboard. Now, Utah family helps prevent suicide with skateboard benches

There is a bench made out of skateboards at the Rusted Spoon in Box Elder County. But the bench is made for more than looks and sitting: It's a message to anyone nearby that they matter.

Bracket Challenge: What is most iconic to Utah? 4th round voting begins

Sorry, fry sauce, we'll always remember you for your greatness as a Utah staple with our food.

Man arrested after crash leads to carjacking attempt, police say

Police say a man who caused a crash in South Jordan on Thursday tried to flee the scene of the accident by carjacking another vehicle.

Rescuing the Great Salt Lake: Utah's 'moonshot'

Saving the Great Salt Lake is Utah's chance at a "moonshot" — accomplishing something that has never been done before.

Social media posts hint at federal crackdown on illegal immigration in Utah

Federal officials in Utah aren't saying much about efforts to crack down on illegal immigration, but social media posts offer a glimpse into the action here.

Colon Cancer Awareness: What you should know to prevent and detect colon cancer

March is Colon Cancer Awareness month and Intermountain Health is working to raise awareness about the disease and the importance of prevention and early detection.

Sen. John Curtis asks Mike Huckabee to clarify feelings about Church of Jesus Christ in Senate hearing

At a Senate confirmation hearing for Mike Huckabee, nominated by President Donald Trump as the next U.S. ambassador to Israel, Utah Sen. John Curtis spoke about his time in Israel while he was a student at Brigham Young University, and asked Huckabee to clarify his feelings toward The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Mike Lee joins Vance's trip to Greenland amid Trump suggestions to take over

Utah Sen. Mike Lee is traveling with Vice President JD Vance to Greenland on Friday, joining a small delegation amid suggestions from President Trump to acquire the territory.

Massive quake rocks Myanmar and Thailand; hundreds feared dead

A powerful earthquake rocked Myanmar and neighboring Thailand on Friday, destroying buildings, a bridge and a dam. At least 144 people were killed in Myanmar.

Stranger discovered living in Sugar House man's basement for days

A stranger was living in a Sugar House man's basement for days without him knowing.

Egor Demin's 1st March Madness was 'unforgettable.' Now he has a decision to make

Egor Demin's first experience with the NCAA Tournament didn't end the way he wanted after BYU's 113-88 loss to second-seeded Alabama in the Sweet 16.