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Nonprofit head used public funds for vacations, political donations, Utah auditor says

07/29/2025 10:32pm
The former head of a Utah nonprofit used public funds to pay for vacations and give to political campaigns, according to a report from the state auditor.

Here's how to see this week's double meteor shower

07/29/2025 10:01pm
Sky-gazers may get a good chance to see fireballs streak across the night sky this week. Two meteor showers — the Alpha Capricornids and Southern Delta Aquariids — will reach their peak, and another is ramping up.

Officials work to unravel how and why gunman carried out deadly attack on NYC office building

07/29/2025 10:01pm
Investigators are piecing together more details about how a former high school football player, who blamed the game for his mental health problems, carried out a deadly attack on an office building that is home to the NFL.

Navajo Nation pushes for water rights as Colorado River shrinks

07/29/2025 9:34pm
As the Colorado River faces historically low levels, Native American tribes that have depended on its life-sustaining waters for generations are raising concerns about the impacts on their communities, economies and cultural traditions.

Great Salt Lake drops back to a 'really bad' level, but expert sees 'silver lining' for now

07/29/2025 9:02pm
Great Salt Lake levels often shift, but Utah's top lake official says levels are now back in the "really bad" tier as drought grasps the state again.

Man on probation after hitting student at Provo residential treatment center

07/29/2025 8:33pm
A former Provo Canyon School employee was sentenced to probation after pleading guilty to punching a student in the face, sending her to the hospital.

Wall Street edges back from its records as a busy week picks up momentum

07/29/2025 8:06pm
U.S. stock indexes are edging back from their record levels as a busy week for Wall Street picks up momentum. The S&P 500 fell 0.2% Tuesday after setting all-time highs for six straight days.

Motorcyclist killed in South Jordan crash

07/29/2025 7:32pm
A 31-year-old motorcyclist was killed when he collided with an SUV at 10363 S. Redwood Road in South Jordan on Tuesday, police said.

Mayor requests audit of all Salt Lake City-owned properties after destructive Millcreek fire

07/29/2025 7:18pm
Salt Lake City's mayor is calling for a review of conditions at every property the city owns following a brush fire that destroyed two apartment buildings in Millcreek.

8.8-magnitude earthquake in Russia causes Pacific-wide tsunami, forces evacuations

07/29/2025 6:55pm
One of the world's strongest earthquakes struck Russia's Far East early Wednesday, causing a tsunami in the northern Pacific that set off warnings and forced evacuations in Hawaii.

This new Apple iOS feature could threaten Republican fundraising, top GOP group warns

07/29/2025 6:18pm
Republicans could lose millions of dollars in ad revenue due to a new Apple software update that implements message filtering capabilities designed to crack down on spam and unwanted messages.

Backyard fire damages home, causes power outage in Magna

07/29/2025 5:54pm
Small wind gusts helped a backyard fire quickly spread to the main home in Magna and a nearby power pole, causing significant damage and an area blackout.

Judge allows Planned Parenthood to continue to be reimbursed through Medicaid

07/29/2025 4:50pm
Planned Parenthood clinics around the country will continue to be reimbursed for non-abortion services through Medicaid, a federal judge ruled.

Pardons board agrees to hold commutation hearing for death row inmate Menzies

07/29/2025 4:15pm
The Utah Board of Pardons and Parole will hold a hearing to determine if death row inmate Ralph Leroy Menzies' sentence should be changed to life in prison without parole.

Jail ordered for Ogden man who shot, killed his wife in the dark

07/29/2025 4:00pm
Christopher Trivino received a 180-day jail sentence on a manslaughter charge in the shooting death of his wife in 2022. He said he saw a dark figure approach his bed and shot her.

Have You Seen This? Nikola Jokic overcome with emotion after horse wins race

07/29/2025 3:26pm
Plenty of NBA fans have joked that three-time MVP Nikola Jokic treats basketball like his day job, and now we might have a better understanding as to why.

New restaurant in Downtown Daybreak offers a taste of the islands

07/29/2025 3:00pm - SPONSORED
A beloved Hawaiian eatery is making its way to Downtown Daybreak and it promises to bring fresh ingredients and all the flavors of Hawaii with it.

Centerville man charged with punching 2 others during Salt Lake protest

07/29/2025 3:00pm
A clash between protesters and counterprotesters resulted in charges for a Centerville man who allegedly punched two people.

Teen suffers 'significant' thermal burns near popular Yellowstone geyser

07/29/2025 2:10pm
A 17-year-old boy suffered "significant" thermal burns to his foot and ankle near a popular geyser in Yellowstone National Park, park officials say.

Nature's Bakery to open $240M facility in Salt Lake City

07/29/2025 1:10pm
A massive Nature's Bakery facility in Salt Lake City is opening this week, bringing more than 200 new jobs to the state.

Report: Utah just misses making 'Best School Systems in US' Top 10 list

07/29/2025 12:00pm
Just how does Utah's public school system compare to other states? According to a recent WalletHub analysis, Utah is ranked just outside the Top 10 — at No. 11.

Poll: Majority of Utah Democrats have zero trust in these major institutions

07/29/2025 11:48am - PARTNER
Utahns were also asked how they think Gov. Spencer Cox is doing.

Bonnie Parkin, former Relief Society general president, dies at 84

07/29/2025 11:39am
Bonnie Parkin, who served as general president of the Relief Society of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 2002 to 2007, died on Monday.

Gaza death toll hits 60,000 as global monitor demands action to avert famine

07/29/2025 11:34am
A worst-case scenario of famine is unfolding in Gaza and immediate action is needed to avoid widespread death, a hunger monitor warned on Tuesday.

Utah's growing trend: Backyard offices, gyms and golf simulators

07/29/2025 11:30am - SPONSORED
Building extra spaces to separate your home, professional life and hobbies is the specialty of one Utah company.

How US adults are using AI, according to AP-NORC polling

07/29/2025 11:06am
Most U.S. adults say they use artificial intelligence to search for information, but fewer are using it for work, drafting email or shopping.

Eye on intersections: Utah's crash cams

07/29/2025 11:05am
A Utah business is providing drivers and police a free way to access footage of accidents on some of the state's most accident-prone spots.

Patrick Kinahan: Is excitement for BYU basketball higher than football?

07/29/2025 10:26am
Expectations for the basketball team during Kevin Young's second season couldn't be any higher. You want proof? Since when would losing in the Sweet 16 be considered a disappointment for this program?

Nonprofit sets up traps, water stations to rescue cats that went missing in apartment complex fire

07/29/2025 10:07am
Nearly 80 people are without a home after a fire at the Willow Glen Apartments on Friday. Now, a Salt Lake County nonprofit is dedicated to finding cats that went missing.

JetBlue, United partnership gets go-ahead from Transportation Department

07/29/2025 10:01am
JetBlue and United Airlines have cleared the U.S. Department of Transportation's review of their planned partnership which allows them to proceed with the implementation, the companies said on Tuesday.

Vote Save America PAC invests to find Utah candidates to challenge GOP incumbents

07/29/2025 9:01am
A national political action committee focused on "pro-democracy" candidates will invest $20,000 to recruit candidates to run against several Republican state lawmakers in Utah's Legislature.

Utah vote-by-mail tightens deadline this municipal election

07/29/2025 8:22am
Mail-in ballots are on their way to homes across Utah, but this year, voters who choose to use the Postal Service have a shorter deadline than ever.

Millcreek allocates emergency funds to help fire victims after devastating apartment blaze

07/29/2025 8:05am
In a show of community support, Millcreek city leaders voted Monday night to allocate $11,000 in emergency funds to help residents who lost everything in a fast-moving fire.

Schedule a well-child checkup to give your kids a healthy start to the school year

07/29/2025 8:00am - SPONSORED
Well-child visits focus on developmental milestones, and present an opportunity for a comprehensive evaluation and discussion about the child's wellbeing.

US homes are getting cheaper for some foreign buyers. Here's why

07/29/2025 7:42am
The cost of a home in the U.S. continues to creep up . But due to the declining value of the U.S. dollar, the price tag for some foreign buyers is considerably less than what they would have paid a year ago.

US to allow federal workers to promote religion in workplaces

07/29/2025 7:19am
Federal employees may discuss and promote their religious beliefs in the workplace, the Trump administration said on Monday, citing religious freedoms protected by the U.S. Constitution.

Gunman who killed 4 was trying to get to NFL offices, claimed to have CTE, officials say

07/29/2025 6:50am
Police said on Tuesday a gunman who killed four people on Monday claimed to have a brain disease linked to contact sports and was targeting the National Football League's headquarters.

Utah Lake is a popular recreation draw. Here's how much economic weight it has

07/29/2025 6:22am
Utah Lake is a key water source and an environmental marvel, but a new report details how it also has a strong economic value in Utah Valley.