Korea's Haeran Ryu takes 2-shot lead into weekend at inaugural Black Desert Championship

South Korea's Haeran Ryu missed just two fairways and three games over 36 holes to take a two-shot lead going into the weekend at the LPGA's inaugural Black Desert Championship in Ivins.

Utah fluoride ban to start Wednesday. Professionals recommend care options

Community water fluoridation will be prohibited in Utah beginning Wednesday, May 7, and dental health experts are encouraging citizens to prepare for the change.

White House seeks to cut TSA funding and boost air, rail safety

The White House said on Friday it wants to cut funding for the Transportation Security Administration by $247 million, while boosting spending on rail and air safety.

Why Utah's governor says America needs a 'religious revival'

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said Americans must look beyond politics for the solution to the country's problems.

Trump proposes $163B cut to US budget that slashes domestic spending

President Donald Trump's administration on Friday proposed a $163 billion cut to the federal budget that would sharply reduce spending on education, housing and medical research next year, while increasing outlays for defense and border security.

Three men indicted in alleged murder plot on local sheriff and judge

Three men have been indicted in connection with an alleged murder plot to kill the Teton County sheriff and a Teton County magistrate judge.

CDC reports 216 child deaths this flu season, the most in 15 years

More U.S. children have died this flu season than at any time since the swine flu pandemic 15 years ago. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday said 216 pediatric deaths already have been reported.

Lassonde Family Foundation gifts $25M to University of Utah entrepreneurship institute

The Lassonde Family Foundation on Friday gifted the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute $25 million to continue its mission, bringing the foundation's total contributions to $50 million.

Following new Utah legislation, Sen. Mike Lee sponsors bill to protect kids online

Joined by Michigan Rep. John James, Utah Sen. Mike Lee this week introduced a bill that would work to increase safety for children online.

US to settle with family of woman killed during Capitol riot, reports say

The U.S. government has reached a settlement with the family of Ashli Babbitt, a supporter of President Donald Trump who was shot and killed by a police officer during the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol, according to U.S. media reports.

Appellate court affirms conviction for man found guilty of murdering and critically injuring brothers

The Utah Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction and sentence for one of two men convicted of murdering a high school student in his home in 2019 and attempting to murder the student's older brother.

Prince Harry wants reconciliation with royals but says King Charles not speaking to him

Prince Harry said on Friday he wanted reconciliation with the British royal family, but his father King Charles will not speak to him over a disagreement about his security.

Grantsville Marketplace, arising in wake of Redwood Swap Meet's closure, to launch on Sunday

Grantsville Marketplace, arising in the wake of last year's closure of the Redwood Swap Meet in West Valley City, is set to launch operations on Sunday.

Have You Seen This? Wolf and grizzlies compete over carcass in Yellowstone National Park

A video taken in Yellowstone National Park shows a lone female wolf competing with two grizzly bears for the rights to a bison carcass.

Tesla chair denies plans to look for new CEO to replace Musk

Tesla chair Robyn Denholm on Thursday denied a Wall Street Journal report that said board members had reached out to executive search firms to find a new replacement for CEO Elon Musk.

State board votes to suspend Park City dance teacher's license

A Park City High School teacher's license is being suspended after allegations by Providence Hall.

SUU athletic department reportedly under Title IX investigation, AD denies report

The Thunderbirds are reportedly under investigation for potential Title IX violations in multiple sports, according to Action Network's Brett McMurphy, after hiring two top administrators with problematic pasts.

Homebuilders offer bigger incentives to lure buyers

With the number of unsold newly built homes hitting the highest level since 2009, builders are trying to lure buyers by buying down mortgage rates, cutting prices, and upgrading features, The Wall Street Journal reported.

How to flourish –– even when you aren't at your happiest, according to research

There is happiness, and then there is flourishing. And as new research has found, having one doesn't always mean having the other, too.

7 people dead following fiery crash in Island Park

Seven people are dead following a fiery crash Thursday evening on U.S. Highway 20 near Henrys Lake in Island Park.

Trump says he will strip Harvard's tax-exempt status

President Donald Trump said on Friday he planned to strip Harvard University of its tax-exempt status, setting up another potential legal fight with the Ivy League school amid his wider crackdown on elite universities and the U.S. education system.

Elizabeth Smart kidnapper Wanda Barzee arrested for violating sex offender terms, police say

The woman who kidnapped Elizabeth Smart in 2002 was arrested after she allegedly said she was commanded to visit Salt Lake parks, violating her sex offender status terms.

Man, woman jailed after reports of 'multiple gunshots' in Farmington

A man and a woman involved in a suspected altercation have been jailed in connection with reports of "multiple gunshots" in Farmington.

Kohl's fires new CEO for personal relationship with a vendor

Kohl's said on Thursday it had fired CEO Ashley Buchanan after an investigation found he had pushed for deals with a vendor with whom he had a personal relationship, after little more than 100 days in the CEO job.

Family of missionary killed in North Carolina auto-pedestrian crash says he was excited to serve

Elder Aleki Langi, a missionary from Magna serving in the North Carolina Charlotte Mission, was killed after being hit by a car on Thursday. A second missionary was injured.

Psychology licensing board scrutinized Robert Dindinger years before his child exploitation arrest

Robert Dindinger, a former psychologist accused of sexually exploiting his minor patients, had been under scrutiny by the Utah Psychology Licensing Board for nearly a decade.

Trump signs order that aims to cut funding to NPR, PBS

President Donald Trump signed an executive order that aims to cut funding to news outlets NPR and PBS, the White House said, marking the president's latest attempt to use federal funding as leverage against institutions he does not view favorably.

West Valley Arts' 'A Chorus Line' was 'divine timing,' actress says

Almost a year after West Valley Arts was on the brink of closure, the theater continues to impact many. Bailee Johnson has seen how important this theater is to the community.

Why BYU isn't sweating transfers from deep, talented linebacker corps

There's been a lot of talk about BYU linebackers since the Cougars wrapped up spring practices. But maybe Jack Kelly, Isaiah Glasker, Siale Esera and others needed to be talked about more.

Amazon sellers are stocking up in the face of tariffs, but it's a short-term fix

Amazon on Thursday tried to temper investor concerns about the impact of the Trump administration's tariffs on its e-commerce business, but the company may have few options left to ensure small third-party sellers stay put in the face of crushing levies.

St. George man charged with murder in Colorado City shooting

Authorities have arrested a St. George man accused of fatally shooting a man last week in Colorado City, Arizona.

What that ringing in your ears might really be telling you

Whether you've been struggling with tinnitus for years or are just starting to notice symptoms, this book offers practical tools to help you improve your quality of life.

41-year-old man dead after hit-and-run in Salt Lake City early Friday, suspect arrested

A 41-year-old man is dead and a 61-year-old man has been arrested after an apparent hit-and-run early Friday, police said.

Planned Parenthood closes 2 Utah clinics, citing Trump freeze in federal funding

As two Planned Parenthood clinics shut their doors, a former patient said she's worried for Utahns who rely on low-cost care.

Democratic lawmakers call for review of Musk's role in Golden Dome missile defense shield

A group of 42 Democratic lawmakers has called for a review of Elon Musk's role in the bidding process for the "Golden Dome" missile defense shield, a project championed by President Donald Trump.

Sen. John Curtis passes first Senate legislation, attempts to undo Biden-era EPA rule

Utah Sen. John Curtis saw his first piece of legislation pass through the Senate Thursday, a resolution to overturn a Biden-era Environmental Protection Agency rule.