Salt Lake County GOP removes 7 leaders accused of making 'false allegations' against party

The Salt Lake County GOP removed seven top leaders from their posts on the executive committee for making "false allegations of criminal election interference" against the party.

Authorities probe possible criminal negligence in California avalanche deaths

Investigators said on Thursday they are working to determine if criminal negligence played a role in the California avalanche that killed at least eight people on a guided backcountry ski trip.

Experts urge families to wear helmets while sledding

Helmets have become standard on Utah's ski slopes, but health professionals say children should also be wearing them during other winter activities, including sledding.

Recent storms have helped, but more are needed for Utah water supply, state says

Recent storms have helped hoist Utah's snowpack out of record-low status, but Utah water managers say many more like it are needed to improve this year's water outlook.

Eric Dane, 'Grey's Anatomy' star and ALS awareness advocate, dies at 53

Eric Dane, the actor known for "Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria," has died at 53 due to ALS. His representatives say he died on Thursday afternoon.

Shiffrin already looking ahead to the next race after winning gold

Just one day after blowing away the competition for a gold medal in the slalom, Team USA Alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin is already focusing on the next race.

Mike Lee holds strong support among conservatives in Utah, new poll shows

Utah Sen. Mike Lee has maintained a strong standing among self-identified conservatives in Utah as he continues to boost his standing as one of President Donald Trump's allies in Congress.

Fossils of a new species of huge dinosaur Spinosaurus unearthed in Niger

At a remote and barren Sahara desert site in Niger, scientists have unearthed fossils of a new species of Spinosaurus, among the biggest of the meat-eating dinosaurs.

Sen. John Curtis says DHS secretary 'lost' trust following Minneapolis shooting

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's response to a fatal shooting by agents in Minneapolis will "forever undermine trust" with Americans, Utah Sen. John Curtis said Thursday.

Utah's dry winter saving UDOT millions in snow removal budget

This year's lack of snow has helped UDOT save millions in snow removal. So what does it do with all that extra money?

Court records reveal Utah mom's legal issues years before Las Vegas murder-suicide

Court records of a Utah mom suspected of killing her daughter and then herself reveal her legal missteps years ago related to custody issues after divorcing the girl's father.

New Mexico reopens investigation of Epstein ranch

New Mexico's attorney general on Thursday ordered the reopening of the state's criminal investigation into alleged crimes ​at a ranch owned by late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Dancers literally soar to new heights in Ballet West's 'Peter Pan'

Ballet West dancers took to the sky and learned how to fly for what the company called its "most technically ambitious production ever."

Former Utah high school baseball coach competes on 'Wheel of Fortune'

Scott Haney, a former baseball coach at Payson High School and Salem Hills High School in Utah County, got to spin the wheel this past Presidents Day on "Wheel of Fortune."

Lehi man charged with making terroristic threats at Camp Williams

A Lehi man was charged Thursday with making terroristic threats at Camp Williams during an incident in November.

Officials identify 11-year-old girl killed in avalanche near Brighton Ski Resort

A girl died Thursday in an avalanche near Brighton Ski Resort.

Utah Senate passes legislation to restrict kratom sales

One debate in Utah's Legislature this year is how to handle kratom, a drug that has been nicknamed "gas station heroin." Sen. Mike McKell, R-Spanish Fork, may have the solution.

The Utah-born dental implant procedure that is replacing All-on-4

A full-mouth dental implant technique known as 3 on 6 developed over a decade ago at Smile Clinic in Midvale is catching the attention of patients and clinicians around the world.

US wins 3rd Olympic gold in women's hockey, beats Canada on Keller's OT goal

Megan Keller backhanded in a shot 4:07 into overtime and the United States won its third Olympic gold medal in women's hockey, beating Canada 2-1 at the Milan Cortina Games on Thursday night to close another thrilling chapter of one of sports' most heated rivalries.

Cox, other governors address disagreement with Trump ahead of governors event

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox and governors from Oklahoma and Maryland focused on unity and civility at a Disagree Better event Wednesday in Washington, D.C.

Mark Wahlberg, Jonathan Roumie talk faith, fasting and prayer

For Lent, Mark Wahlberg and Jonathan Roumie will lead the Pray40 challenge through Hallow, a Catholic prayer app.

'Do you want to get shot?' driver told mom and teen at gunpoint, police say

A Herriman man was arrested Wednesday and accused of threatening and pointing a gun at a woman and her teen daughter during an alleged road rage confrontation.

Several Utah resorts pick up 2-4 feet of snow from latest storm — and there's more coming

Large snow totals were reported across Utah after Wednesday, but new warnings and advisories were issued for parts of the state that will receive more snow this week.

Tell your story, advance your career: The power of Utah Tech's technical writing and digital rhetoric program

Companies are looking for people who can simplify complicated information, manage digital platforms with confidence and think carefully about how their messages land with different audiences.

US applications for jobless aid fall to 206,000 last week as layoffs remain low

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell last week as layoffs remain at historically low levels.

Living the dream: Freshman Sage Curtis finding her place early with Red Rocks

As Red Rocks freshman Sage Curtis walked onto the mat to compete her floor routine in the anchor spot Friday night, there was a palpable anxious energy that lingered throughout the Huntsman Center.

Las Vegas sees sharp visitor drop as leisure spending wanes

Las Vegas drew about 3.1 million fewer visitors in 2025, a 7.5% drop — its sharpest decline outside the pandemic since record-keeping began in 1970, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority.

Utah lawmakers advance bill to boost number of firms checking workers' migratory status

Utah lawmakers advanced a bill to boost the number of firms checking the migratory status of their workers, one of several measures targeting illegal immigration.

Snowmobiler killed in Wasatch County avalanche; warnings extended after large storm

A man was killed in an avalanche while riding a snowmobile in the Wasatch backcountry with his son on Wednesday, authorities say.

Trump mixes diplomacy and flattery at peace board meeting

World leaders who accepted the invitation of President Donald Trump to join his new peace board were greeted ​in Washington on Thursday with a mix of fanfare and personal flattery.

Lawmakers are proposing a path to help more Utahns save for retirement

Hundreds of thousands of Utahns aren't saving for retirement, according to state estimators, and one reason is because many small business employees don't have access to plans.

Utah lawmakers reshape the state's courts. Here's what voters think

Utah lawmakers continue to quickly move legislation overhauling the state's court system through the state Legislature — even as attorneys and judges say it's too much too fast.

UHP trooper hit by car while responding to separate crash on I-215

A Utah Highway Patrol trooper was injured in a crash while responding to a separate crash on I-215 near Big Cottonwood Road on Thursday.

21-year-old Ukrainian refugee with Utah ties killed alongside boyfriend in N.C. shooting

A 21-year-old Ukrainian refugee with Utah ties was killed alongside her boyfriend on Valentine's Day, and the family is seeking to bring her body back to St. George to be laid to rest.

QUIZ: Do you remember these iconic snowboarding moments from past winter games?

Test your knowledge with this quick quiz highlighting iconic snowboarding moments from past winter games

Bill Gates pulls out of India AI summit amid Epstein scrutiny

Bill Gates pulled out of India's AI Impact Summit hours before his scheduled keynote on Thursday, as scrutiny over his ties to late financier and ​sex offender Jeffrey Epstein intensified.

Poll shows a whole lot of Utahns are watching the Milan Cortina Olympics

Nearly three-quarters of Utahns are either watching the 2026 Milan Cortina Games or intend to tune in before Sunday's closing ceremonies, according to the latest Deseret News poll.

Will Trump attend the Milan Cortina Olympics after all?

There's increasing speculation President Donald Trump will be in Milan if the U.S. men's hockey team makes it to the gold-medal round on Sunday. The question is: Will he?

Olympic venues find second life on the silver screen

If the goal is to attract Hollywood producers, having Olympic venues as filming locations doesn't hurt. Just ask Cortina, which was featured in the movie "For Your Eyes Only."

King Charles' brother Andrew released after arrest over misconduct relating to Epstein

King Charles' younger brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was released from police custody on Thursday evening after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Utah has the strictest DUI law in the country. Is it making a difference?

Every year, drinking and driving causes immeasurable grief in communities across the country. Utah stands out with the lowest blood alcohol limit in the country – 0.05.