Pelicans beat Jazz for 4th straight win after Zion Williamson leaves game with ankle injury

Saddiq Bey scored 24 points as New Orleans beat the Jazz 115-105 to complete a two-game sweep in Utah after Pelicans star Zion Williamson left the game in the first half with an ankle injury.

Reading changed these authors' lives, now they want the same for Utah's youth

Dozens of authors, including famous Utahn Brandon Sanderson, gathered at StoryCon this weekend to teach and inspire young kids to love reading and writing.

US and Israel clash with Iran at emergency Security Council meeting. UN chief condemns attacks

The United States and Israel clashed with Iran at an emergency meeting of the U.N. Security Council, where the U.N. chief and many countries urged a return to negotiations.

Dramatic changes observed in one of universe's biggest stars

The largest stars in the universe live the life of a rock star. If that is the case, ​the one named WOH G64 might be considered the stellar equivalent of Jimi Hendrix.

Homegrown Hezarkhani's debut goal lifts Real Salt Lake by Seattle in home opener

If Real Salt Lake's home opener in the club's 22nd season in Major League Soccer is to be believed, the kids are all right.

'Desperately needed' or a nuisance? Utah County airport facing pushback from town residents

A dispute is brewing between the owners of a small, public-use airport in western Utah County and the neighboring town of less than 150 people.

New Utah law could address remaining issue in proposed hotel next to Sugar House Park

Utah is considering loosening some of its alcoholic proximity restrictions to account in a move that would notably benefit a proposal in Salt Lake City.

Utah widow heads to Washington, DC, to advocate for better funding to fight cancer

Shay Martin, a young widow who lost her husband, Tanner, to cancer, traveled to the United States Capitol Saturday to advocate for cancer research funding.

How voters — in Utah and nationwide — feel about prohibiting cellphones in school, bell-to-bell

While a bill calling for a default "bell-to-bell" cellphone prohibition in Utah's K-12 schools seems destined to pass, public opinion on school bans is mixed.

Lani White goes for 19 points as Utah women overwhelm Arizona on senior night

Utah women left nothing to chance Saturday night, especially with a potential first-round bye in next week's Big 12 Tournament on the line.

Pakistani and Afghan forces clash as diplomatic efforts intensify

Fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan's Taliban military entered its third day on Saturday as foreign governments expressed increasing concern and called ​for urgent talks.

Dybantsa's late flurry can't rally No. 19 BYU in loss to West Virginia

Not even a late flurry by the nation's leading scorer could keep No. 19 BYU men's basketball from another road loss.

BYU women celebrate seniors with comeback victory over Colorado

Delaney Gibb erupted for 26 points, six rebounds and seven assists, and the Cougars used a 27-6 fourth-quarter finish to rally past Colorado 75-62 in the regular-season home finale in the Marriott Center.

Utah lawmakers work to mandate fetal development videos in schools

A Utah lawmaker has introduced a bill that would require Utah schools to show students videos of fertilization and development of a fetus inside the womb.

Utah leaders react to US-Israeli strikes on Iran

Utah leaders reacted to the news of the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Beyond the scale: How GLP-1 medications are affecting both body and mind

GLP-1s were first approved in 2005 for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. Since then, more versions of the medication have hit the market, becoming more accessible to patients and used for a wider range of health concerns.

Fintech company Block lays off 4,000 of its 10,000 staff; citing gains from AI

Shares in the financial technology company Block soared more than 20% in premarket trading Friday after its CEO announced it was laying off more than 4,000 of its 10,000 plus employees, reconfiguring to capitalize on its use of artificial intelligence.

Have You Seen This? Beach looks like it's littered with diamonds

Iceland's Diamond Beach offers up an ever-changing array of shapes and contrasts.

'I was just somebody who loved to run': 100-mile world-record breaker shares her story

Ashley Pauslon made headlines last week running a 100-mile world record. On Wednesday, she told KSL she was "just somebody who loved to run."

World leaders react cautiously to US and Israeli strikes on Iran

World leaders have been responding cautiously amid U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, the death of its supreme leader and fears of a wider war.

A look at Utah's biggest environment and land bills in 2026

Though saving the Great Salt Lake has dominated public discourse this year during Utah's Legislature, it is not the only thing the state's governing body is trying to do.

40-year-old Nevada woman killed in small airplane crash in Washington County

A 40-year-old woman from Boulder City, Nevada, died after her plane crashed in Washington County on Saturday, according to a release from the Washington County Sheriff's Office.

'I will not plead out to something I didn't do': Firearms instructor cleared after lengthy court battle

Charges against a Utah firearms instructor, gun salesman and former Marine, were all recently dismissed. He's now speaking out about his frustrating 2 1/2 year court battle.

No more waiting at red lights: Snowplows in northern Utah can drive on through

Snowplows in northern Utah no longer have to wait for red lights as new technology allows the plows to get green lights at every intersection, thanks to new technology unveiled on Wednesday.

Elizabeth Smart's abduction is a big part of her story. But it doesn't define her

Elizabeth Smart opened up about her new Netflix documentary, advocacy work, continual healing and the memories that have enriched her life.

Man arrested in connection with shooting that targeted Utah Islamic Center imam

A man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that targeted the leader of the West Jordan-based Utah Islamic Center, police announced Saturday.

Ex-Ogden police officer sentenced to 30 days jail on felony counts outlining sexual misdeeds

A former Ogden police officer was sentenced to 30 days jail and received a suspended prison term on three felony counts outlining sexual misdeeds involving minors.

Utah company to host virtual read-aloud for Read Across America Day

Lehi-based homeschool curriculum company aims to boost literary engagement through virtual read aloud event

West side neighbors hopeful, and cautious about Jordan River plans

The Larry H. Miller Company on Thursday announced plans to restore a section of the Jordan River in the Fairpark community. Residents on Friday were hopeful, but cautious.

More strikes aimed at Iran after US, Israeli assault kills supreme leader

Israel said it launched another wave of strikes on Iran on Sunday, as Iranians grappled with uncertainty after the killing of their supreme leader in U.S. and Israeli attacks on Saturday.

Economy, inflation top voter concerns in Utah and nationwide ahead of midterm elections

Affordability has emerged as the top issue for voters heading into the midterm elections, both in Utah and on the national level, according to the most recent polling for the Deseret News.