These Utah cities, school districts, other entities are seeking property tax hikes

Hearings have started for the 59 Utah cities, school districts and other entities seeking property tax hikes for 2025-26 and will continue through August.

Americans get more than half their calories from ultra-processed foods, CDC report says

A new federal report found that while most Americans get more than half their calories from ultra-processed foods, consumption of them appeared to dip slightly over the past decade.

Soldiers hailed as heroes for tackling armed assailant at Georgia Army base

A half-dozen soldiers at a Georgia Army base are being hailed as heroes for tackling an armed assailant accused of shooting five people and then giving aid to their wounded colleagues.

Teachers share excitement for new middle school opening in Eagle Mountain

Sage Canyon Middle School in Eagle Mountain, set to welcome its first students next week, signals a new direction for education in a growing part of the state.

Suspect in shooting of Minnesota lawmakers pleads not guilty in federal court

The suspect in the June assassination of Minnesota's house speaker and her husband, and the attempted murder of a state senator and his wife, pleaded not guilty to numerous charges in federal court on Thursday, court papers say.

Alpine School District adopts 11.5% property tax increase despite citizen dissent

Despite a tense public hearing that saw many residents speak against a proposed property tax increase, the Alpine School District's board of education on Tuesday approved an 11.5% hike.

Church of Jesus Christ donates $5.1M to American Red Cross

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is donating $5.1 million to the American Red Cross, the organizations announced on Thursday.

Idaho truck driver narrowly misses being struck by a backhoe 'cartwheeling' through the air

Tabitha La Fountaine Farley with MVP Rentals in Rigby on Thursday described the harrowing moments as she watched a semitruck smash through a bridge on Tuesday.

Blake Moore calls Texas GOP's redistricting plans 'a step too far'

Utah Rep. Blake Moore said he disagrees with Texas lawmakers' plan to redraw the state's political boundaries to favor Republicans.

Trump returning Confederacy monument to national cemetery

The Trump administration is restoring a memorial to the Confederacy at Arlington National Cemetery — less than two years after it was removed.

Netanyahu says he wants Israel to take control of all of Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that Israel intends to take military control of all of Gaza, despite intensifying criticism at home and abroad over the devastating almost two-year-old war in the Palestinian enclave.

Kevin Franke files lawsuit against his therapist, Jodi Hildebrandt, claiming negligence

Kevin Franke has filed a lawsuit against Jodi Hildebrandt, claiming she was negligent in providing him therapy. She and his ex-wife are serving prison sentences for child abuse.

Salt Lake bar bouncer charged with breaking customer's wrist

A former bouncer at a Salt Lake bar is facing a charge of aggravated assault for allegedly shoving a man to the ground, breaking his wrist.

Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband and former manager, dies at 48

Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband and talent manager, has died of cancer, his family said Thursday. He was 48.

Have You Seen This? Kid caught mid-doorbell-ditch, greatest twist-ending ever

This article is spoiler-free. You need to enjoy the beauty of this video without anyone ruining it for you.

Game-changing trends in building and design at Salt Lake Parade of Homes

The 2025 Salt Lake Parade of Homes is full of designs that blend beauty, function, and fun in every square foot.

UDOT has new plan for the future of 300 West outside of Delta Center

Utah transportation officials say they may have figured out how to build a pedestrian plaza outside of the Delta Center without impacting a key road that runs alongside the arena.

'Comfort food, USA': This new mac and cheese spot in St. George is stirring up a flavor frenzy

A new mac and cheese joint is turning up the heat in St. George with gooey bowls of pasta and grilled sandwiches made to order.

Man hit victim's vehicle multiple times in Midvale road rage incident, police say

A man accused of using his car to hit another vehicle multiple times in Midvale has been arrested in a road rage investigation.

Campers evacuated after fire breaks out near Mirror Lake Highway in Summit County

Campers were evacuated Thursday after a fast-growing fire broke out east of Mirror Lake Highway in a remote section of Summit County.

The Utah community at the epicenter of Trump's deportation debate

A Utah community defends a Venezuelan family after their son was sent to El Salvador prison.

Utah landscaper faces charges accusing him of accepting money, not completing work

A landscaper from Bluffdale is facing multiple charges accusing him of taking money for projects but not having any intention of competing the work or offering a refund.

Googling customer service numbers can make you a target for scammers

When you need help with some sort of problem — a glitch with a product or maybe a billing issue — your first instinct might be to Google a company's customer support number. It is an instinct that scammers are relying on.

Waller is favorite for Fed chair among Trump team, Bloomberg News reports

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller is emerging as a top candidate to be the central bank's next chair, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Poker run in northern Utah lets motorcycle riders test their luck

Young Powersports will host their Motorcycle Poker Run Rally across northern Utah Aug. 10 from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

19-year-old shot by police now under arrest in hospital

A 19-year-old man wounded in a police shooting in West Jordan on Wednesday has been arrested and is under watch at a hospital.

Cool Cars: Old Benzes

Thanks to two Utah car builders, old Mercedes care are looking better than ever, and getting faster than ever.

Salt Lake man who allegedly 'just wanted to kill' charged with attempted murder

A custodian at the University of Utah accused of trying to kill a co-worker was charged Thursday with attempted murder.

Utah receivers have 'made big strides' as offense starts to see clarity ahead of season

Utah football had one pitch to wide receiver Tobias Merriweather: "Come make a difference."

Land art in Utah you should see at least once

The four elements and cosmic wonder? Visit these inspiring land art locations across Utah.

Springville woman hits store employee with car after stealing baseball cards, police say

Springville police say a minor theft turned into aggravated assault on Wednesday when a woman hit a store employee with her car.

Stacked with flavor, family and pastrami, Crown Burgers has been a Utah staple for nearly 50 years

If you've lived along the Wasatch Front for a while, you've likely stopped by the fast food restaurant Crown Burgers.

Tooele fire destroys sheds, damages homes — residents grateful it wasn't worse

A fast-moving fire tore through a Tooele neighborhood Wednesday evening, destroying three sheds and damaging five homes.

How Utah figures into Apple's latest investment in US chip making

Apple CEO Tim Cook joined President Donald Trump on Wednesday afternoon to announce plans by the U.S. computer and smartphone giant to increase previous commitments to investments in domestic manufacturing facilities by $100 billion.

Inclusive treatment for hearing, tinnitus and their impact on memory includes health care inflation coverage

The Hear and Remember Plan, offered by Hearing & Brain Centers of America, represents an innovative, all-inclusive treatment approach endorsed by Harvard Medical and M.I.T.-trained neuroscientist Dr. Keith Darrow, Ph.D.

No-phone policy at Granger High still in place following encouraging results

Utah's largest high school piloted a program in which it stopped taking away student's cellphones and instead had students put them in a pouch for the day.

Trump's higher tariffs hit major trading partners, sparking defiance and concern

President Donald Trump's newest tariffs took effect Thursday, raising the average import duty to its highest in a century and left major trade partners scrambling for a deal.

United Airlines resolves tech issue that impacted 1,000+ flights, residual delays expected

A disruption to a system housing United Airlines' flight information that caused more than 1,000 delays has been resolved. However, delays continued into Thursday.

Proposed 7-story hotel next to Sugar House Park draws mixed reaction as city process begins

A proposal to build a 90-foot hotel next to Sugar House Park is about to go through a city review process, and neighborhood residents have plenty to say about it.