Affinity celebrations absent at Utah universities, another consequence of HB261

Affinity celebrations at Utah universities, small graduation events typically geared to minority students and others, are largely absent, another consequence of HB261.

Portion of split Alpine School District proposes new name — Aspen Peaks

The interlocal committee for the northern Utah County portion of the split Alpine School District has chosen a new name.

McDonald's is adding its first new permanent addition to its menu in 4 years

Beginning May 5, the chain will start selling McCrispy Strips, an extension of the chain's crispy chicken sandwich, its last permanent menu item, which McDonald's began selling in 2021 after a Popeyes version exploded in popularity.

Utah couple shares journey navigating a terminal dementia diagnosis

Jack and Debbie Lucas know firsthand how conditions like dementia can take a toll on an entire family.

NFL player encourages SUU graduates to carve their own path, enjoy small moments

The almost 3,000 Southern Utah University graduates were reminded to enjoy the small moments and find their own paths as they celebrated their accomplishments Thursday.

NFL draft 2025: Former Corner Canyon QB Jaxson Dart selected in the 1st round by NY Giants

The 6-foot-2, 225-pound signal caller was a well-regarded quarterback since well before he spent his final three seasons at Ole Miss, where he threw for 10,617 yards and 72 touchdowns.

Unified firefighters investigating after Millcreek house fire

Unified Fire Authority is conducting a criminal investigation into a fire that destroyed a Millcreek house on Thursday.

Attorneys finish evidence phase of murder trial for man accused of killing Eagle Mountain boys

Attorneys have finished presenting evidence in the trial for Kent Cody Barlow, who is accused of murder in the deaths of two 3-year-old boys at Cedar Valley Stables in Eagle Mountain.

US and South Korea had 'very successful' trade talks, Bessent says

The U.S. and South Korea had a "very successful" meeting on Thursday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, as the two countries opened trade talks with Seoul seeking a path to diminish the stiff tariffs President Donald Trump is angling to impose.

Church History Museum debuts 'Lift Up the Hands Which Hang Down' art gallery

Artwork from the 13th International Art Competition of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be displayed in a Church History Museum exhibit until Jan. 3, 2026.

US judge blocks Trump from withholding funds from 16 'sanctuary' cities, counties

A federal judge on Thursday blocked President Donald Trump's administration from withholding federal funding from more than a dozen so-called sanctuary jurisdictions.

Leaders call 7,194 BYU graduates to excellence and discipleship during graduation ceremony

Speakers encouraged the BYU graduates of the 2024-25 school year to commit to faith, family, community engagement, service and professional excellence during graduation ceremonies at the Marriott Center on Thursday.

4 charged in hotel robbery that ended in double killing

Four people allegedly involved in trying to rob a man at a Salt Lake City hotel, resulting in two of their friends being fatally shot, have been charged.

Gov. Cox issues drought declaration for 17 counties, urges Utahns to be 'mindful' of water

Gov. Spencer Cox issued a drought declaration for 17 of Utah's 29 counties, following a snowpack collection season that was beneficial for parts of Utah and less than ideal for others.

Salt Lake City Motorcars expands its ultra-luxury family with Aston Martin

In a thrilling development for car enthusiasts and luxury aficionados alike, Salt Lake City Motorcars has officially added Aston Martin to its prestigious lineup that includes Bentley, Lamborghini, Lotus and Pininfarina.

Drastic traffic changes on the table as UDOT studies Salt Lake City's Capitol Hill

State transportation officials are exploring creative ways to handle a growing number of people using the roadways in and around Capitol Hill.

Deseret News archives: When Hubble expanded our view of the universe on this day in 1990

The Hubble Space Telescope was launched into space on April 24, 1990, ushering an array of scientific discoveries for the past 35 years.

Utah typically leads the nation in volunteer contributions: Here's why

According to a 2024 AmeriCorps report, Utah had the highest percentage of formal volunteering of any state.

Man killed in Colorado City shooting; suspected gunman arrested

A man died early Thursday after being shot multiple times near the Utah-Arizona border.

Orem psychologist charged with secretly filming teen clients undressing

A psychologist in Orem is facing 12 criminal charges and is accused of convincing teenage clients to undress while he secretly recorded them.

House fire in Ogden causes $300K in damages

The Ogden Fire Department is investigating after a house fire caused $300,000 in damages on Thursday morning.

Streets will be closed as Salt Lake City Marathon returns this weekend

The Salt Lake City Marathon returns this Saturday, as will the associated traffic impacts while the event occurs.

Korean War veterans receive medal for service, decades after war concludes

It's often called the Forgotten War. But on Wednesday, members of the Korean Consulate let these Utah soldiers know that their sacrifices will never be forgotten.

Utah man sets world record at Boston Marathon — dressed as a banana

At the Boston Marathon on Monday, Utahn Jordan Maddocks reclaimed his Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon run dressed as fruit.

University of Utah students favor 'Prior Learning and Service' college credit award program

Students are largely in favor of a University of Utah announcement that it would soon offer college credit for "prior learning and service" for performing service in the global community.

Lauri Markkanen still believes in the Utah Jazz — even as trade rumors return

Lauri Markkanen turns 28 next month and has never been to the playoffs. The Jazz, meanwhile, still appear to be at the beginning of their rebuild. Does he still want to be in Utah?

Yard littered with golf balls containing derogatory messages results in 2 arrests

Two people were arrested in Millard County following an unusual investigation that began after golf balls with derogatory messages on them were thrown into a yard.

Driver turns himself into police after hit-and-run injured two UTA employees

Murray police are investigating a hit-and-run after two Utah Transit Authority employees were hit by a vehicle early Thursday.

New film honors Utah's First Olympic hero: 'Raising the Bar, The Story of Alma Richards'

Director T.C. Christensen's new film, "Raising the Bar: The Story of Alma Richards," tells the inspiring true David-vs.-Goliath story of Alma Richards, Utah's first Olympic hero from Parowan, a tiny town in Southern Utah.

Utahraptor State Park offers history beyond dinosaurs and fossils

The new Utahraptor State Park in Moab memorializes dinosaurs, fossils, and people who lived there not of their own choosing.

Suspected arsonist back in Utah to face criminal charges

A woman accused of setting a large fire at an Eagle Mountain home last year has been extradited to Utah after being on the run for nearly six months, according to police.

'That's bull carp': Utah Lake Authority launches comedic campaign to improve public opinion

The Utah Lake Authority hopes to improve public opinion and correct misconceptions of Utah Lake through its new Utah Lake is My Lake awareness campaign.

Trump tells Putin to 'STOP' after Russian attacks kills 12 in Kyiv

Russia pounded Kyiv with missiles and drones overnight, killing at least 12 people in the biggest attack on the Ukrainian capital this year and drawing rare condemnation from President Donald Trump who told Vladimir Putin: "Vladimir, STOP!"

'Shot caller' of local gang charged with obstructing murder investigation

A Utah man who police say told a murder suspect where to dispose of his gun and then tried to buy him a plane ticket to get him out of town has been charged with obstructing the investigation.

Temple Square's restaurants will reopen this year, but with some big changes

A pair of Temple Square restaurants, closed for years, will reopen later this year, while two others will not return.

State senator suggests Utah could save money by housing prisoners in El Salvador

A state senator floated the idea that Utah could save money by "outsourcing" the housing of prisoners to a mega-prison in El Salvador but later said he's not pursuing it as a serious idea.

Medical assistant helps victims of wrong-way crash along I-15

A good Samaritan is speaking out about helping two men involved in a horrific wrong-way crash along Interstate 15 in Millard County last week.

Will Trump flip the Canadian election?

President Donald Trump's foreign policy hasn't just overturned global markets; it may have cost the Canadian Conservatives the parliamentary election on Monday.

Nintendo's robust lottery applications indicate pent-up Switch 2 demand

Nintendo said on Wednesday it has received 2.2 million applications in the lottery for its Switch 2 gaming device in Japan but cannot fulfil all the demand, indicating significant consumer enthusiasm for the more powerful gaming device.

Are increases in home prices slowing down?

U.S. home prices went up again in March, but by just 0.2% from a month earlier as a new analysis shows the pace of the increase is the slowest since December 2022.