First Latter-day Saint temple with 2 baptismal fonts opens for tours ahead of June dedication

The public open house for the Syracuse Utah Temple begins next week and will run through the end of May before a dedication on June 8.

Fed stands pat but sees higher inflation and growth risks

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday but said the risks of both higher inflation and unemployment had risen, further clouding the economic outlook as the U.S. central bank grapples with the impact of Trump administration tariff policies.

'The spark is here': New affordable project sets up future of Salt Lake's Fairpark

A new 200-unit affordable housing complex could be seen as the ignition for the forthcoming Power District.

AARP names Salt Lake County Utah's first 'age-friendly' community

AARP designated Salt Lake County as the first "age-friendly" community in the state and has plans to work with the county to improve amenities for older adults.

South Salt Lake City Hall turns into a giant painting as Mural Fest returns this weekend

South Salt Lake went all out for this Saturday's Mural Fest, turning the exterior of City Hall into one giant mural. It's one of 13 new murals added to its vast public art collection.

Netflix to revamp TV app interface, launch AI-powered search for iOS users

Netflix said on Wednesday it plans to revamp its TV app interface and introduce generative AI to the iOS mobile platform, allowing users to ask for content in natural and everyday language.

FBI-led operation rescues 115 child exploitation victims; 3 Utahns among those charged

The Department of Justice announced the rescue of 115 child exploitation victims and the arrest of 205 child sexual abuse offenders on Wednesday. A charter school director was among three people arrested in Utah.

Ogden men face hundreds of misdemeanor charges after 157 dogs, 11 cats removed from home

An Ogden man faces 637 misdemeanor charges, including 169 counts of cruelty to animals, after the removal of 156 small dogs from his home last month.

Benson Boone now plans to close out 'American Heart Tour' with 2 Salt Lake City shows

Benson Boone is now planning to conclude his much-anticipated North American tour with a pair of shows in Salt Lake City.

Driver accused of running over toddler while exiting driveway is charged

A man who police say accidentally ran over a young boy while pulling out of a driveway and then had to be convinced to return to the scene has been charged.

NHL commissioner praises Utah's 'Mammoth undertaking,' teases Salt Lake outdoor game

"Everything you tried to do, and everything you've done, has been a mammoth undertaking," Bettman said to the Smiths in the first, and certainly not the last, pun on the Utah club's new name.

Deciding whether death row inmate Ralph Menzies is competent to be executed now left to judge

A Utah judge is now considering whether Ralph Menzies is competent enough to be executed after being found guilty in the 1986 murder of Maurine Hunsaker.

Congressional Republicans pave way to sell public lands in Utah

Republicans on the House Natural Resources Committee approved a proposal to sell roughly 11,000 acres of public land in Utah and Nevada as a way to help pay for President Donald Trump's massive tax package.

3 former Memphis officers acquitted in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols after he fled a traffic stop

Three former Memphis officers have been acquitted of state charges, including second-degree murder, in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols after he ran away from a traffic stop.

'It became this really cool thing': Utah's long history with mammoths

Utah's new NHL team name puts the state's mammoth history back into the spotlight.

Have You Seen This? Sean Astin-narrated Lego ad will send you back to the Shire

The actor for Samwise Gamgee is the voice in a mini-movie with a tour of the new Lego set featuring the Shire from "The Lord of the Rings."

Change in Utah's newborn safe haven law can help more babies

A change made to the Utah newborn safe haven law went into effect Wednesday, allowing more parents a way to safely give up custody of their baby, no questions asked.

Cam Rising announces medical retirement from football after suffering hand injury last season

A hydration table on the sidelines of Rice-Eccles Stadium ended the football career of former Utah quarterback Cam Rising.

Judge demands Trump officials detail legal grounds for deporting Palestinian activist

A federal judge instructed the Trump administration on Wednesday to detail the legal precedent for its plan to deport Mahmoud Khalil.

Apple's Safari revamp plan with AI search a likely blow to Google dominance

Apple's plan to revamp its Safari web browser by adding AI-powered search options is a big blow to Google, whose shares tumbled as the move could strike at the heart of its lucrative search advertising business.

77-year-old man dies after fall at Arches National Park

A 77-year-old man from Germany apparently fell and died while hiking along the Windows Loop trail at Arches National Park.

Investigation continues into fatal police shooting in Orem

Very little information has been released on the fatal shooting of a man in Orem as the Utah County Major Crimes Task Force was serving a search warrant.

Mental health care at your fingertips: Utah State team develops digital program

Students and professors at Utah State University have developed a self-guided therapy program to allow more people access to mental health resources using acceptance and commitment therapy techniques.

Handcuffed man arrested after fleeing from police, prompting standoff

A man has been arrested after police say he drove off with handcuffs dangling from one of his wrists, and later prompted a 90-minute standoff at his home.

What you didn't know about the intelligence community

Intelligence agencies are under a political microscope, bracing for mass layoffs and budget cuts. But what's happening behind the curtain? Here's the breakdown.

How are state attorneys general reshaping the legal landscape under Trump?

In the first few months of President Donald Trump's second term, his record-breaking actions have left state legal experts shuffling to either support or combat the executive orders.

Why Utah was ideal host to showcase world rugby with Pacific Nations Cup final

The United States will host the men's Rugby World Cup in 2027, and a direct path towards qualification for that event will come to Salt Lake City this summer.

Man accused of trying to kill sister to 'solve the problem'

A man was arrested Tuesday for allegedly breaking into his sister's apartment and stabbing her.

Black smoke signals no pope elected in first conclave vote

Black smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel on Wednesday evening, signaling an inconclusive first vote by cardinals locked in the Sistine Chapel in a conclave to elect a new pope.

Why is the world coming to Utah?

Some of the world's most influential experts on international relations will convene in Salt Lake City this week to help Utah businesses navigate the upheaval of global markets.

South Salt Lake man accused of sexually abusing teen girl

A man who police say met a teen girl on Snapchat has been arrested after allegedly abusing the girl.

Attend a meeting to learn how to enhance the life of a refugee

These youth need a safe, loving environment to call home, even if only temporarily. They need foster parents. They need you.

Tusks up: The Utah Hockey Club is now the Utah Mammoth

After a 13-month process, featuring multiple rounds of fan voting and trademark issues (not to mention an entire season), Utah's NHL team has a permanent name.

Farmer told he owes $300K in back taxes. After 8-year fight, he gets $31K refund

It took eight years, but a farmer in Massachusetts won his long fight to prove he didn't owe his town $300,000 in taxes. In fact, when it was all over, the town owed him $31,000.

Teen accidentally shoots, kills mother while trying to stop stepdad from hitting her

A 17-year-old boy accidentally shot and killed his mother last month while trying to get his stepdad to stop hitting her, according to recently filed court documents.

India fires missiles on Pakistan, killing 26. Islamabad calls it an 'act of war'

India has fired missiles at Pakistan, in what it said was retaliation for last month's massacre of Indian tourists. Pakistan called Wednesday's strikes an act of war and claimed it downed several Indian fighter jets.

These new Utah laws take effect Wednesday

Many new laws are taking effect this week, two months after the Utah legislative session ended.