Utah student who came to US as a 1-year-old detained by immigration officials

A University of Utah student who came to the United States years ago from Mexico as a 1-year-old has been detained by immigration officials.

'Life does not move in straight lines:' University of Utah graduates sent off with story of resilience

Just over 9,500 students graduated from the University of Utah during the university's 157th general commencement on Thursday.

Salt Lake City to review whether councilwoman is living in the correct district

The Salt Lake City Council is reviewing whether Councilwoman Eva Lopez Chavez is still living in her district after records show she bought a home outside of the district last year.

2 charged with murder in fatal Salt Lake hotel shooting

Two men arrested in Wyoming following the fatal shooting of a man at a Salt Lake hotel were charged Thursday with murder.

Cox backs Box Elder County data center proposal, in part, due to national security factors

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox backs a proposed controversial Box Elder County data center proposal, in part, for national security reasons and believes the planned site is an apt location.

Protective orders require Utah 'Bachelorette' and ex-boyfriend to stay 100 feet apart

Utah reality TV star Taylor Frankie Paul and her former boyfriend were each granted their requests for a protective order Thursday as changes to parent time are still being considered.

Power pole vs. garage: Homeowner says she's got 4 weeks to move garage or her power gets cut

A garage's roof has wrapped around a power pole for nearly 50 years but only now does the power company say the garage needs to go.

Utah officials issue warning after record motorcycle deaths

Utah transportation officials are urging caution as motorcycle season begins, following a record number of rider deaths in 2025 and a renewed push to reduce preventable crashes.

'Not just a number': Vigil planned to honor domestic violence victims in Latina community

A vigil is planned for Friday in West Jordan, Not One More Latina, to honor and remember victims of domestic violence in the Latino community.

Up to $8,000 available: Utah Fits All scholarship deadline nears for new applicants

The deadline for newcomers to sign up for the Utah Fits All Scholarship Program, which could give them up to $8,000 per child for their education, is this Friday, May 1, at 11:59 p.m.

Have You Seen This? Utahn jump ropes in his Sunday best

Jump roping on the way to church is something I've never tried, but my inner 7-year-old self wishes I had.

University of Utah set to honor Utah's patron saint of the disabled 

Former ski instructor Meeche White will receive an honorary doctorate for co-founding the world-renowned National Ability Center at the University of Utah's commencement Thursday.

Park City man charged with felony for damage caused by anti-Trump graffiti

A Park City man is facing charges in two cases for allegedly defacing a bus stop and a display of old photos with anti-Trump messages.

Cox says he plans to issue drought-related emergency order 'fairly soon'

Gov. Spencer Cox says he plans to issue some sort of drought-related emergency declaration "fairly soon," citing Utah's worsening drought situation tied to a record-low snowpack.

Utah Rep. Owens: College campuses fostering cultures of 'fear, bullying and cowardice'

Wednesday's "Free Speech on Campus" hearing included several witnesses from a variety of higher education fields speaking on First Amendment challenges on college campuses.

Utah man sent to prison for violent Salt Lake home robbery

A man was sentenced to five years to life in prison for aggravated robbery, four and a half years after it happened. He was arrested following a police chase.

Timeline for Justice Hagen investigation unclear, Cox says

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said he doesn't know the timeline for when the state might begin an investigation into allegations that a state Supreme Court justice had a relationship with an attorney arguing cases before the court.

Astrid Tuminez closes Utah Valley University tenure with a call for joy

Utah Valley University President Astrid Tuminez chose to focus Wednesday night's commencement ceremony on joy.

Salt Lake City hopes mural will elevate one of its forgotten historic neighborhoods

Salt Lake City leaders hope a massive new mural will highlight the history of Japantown, a neighborhood that has been mostly lost through redevelopment over time.

Proposed mega data center draws concerns over 'heat island effect'

Increases in temperatures around so-called urban heat domes, or heat islands, could apply to a massive data center that is proposed for the northwestern side of Box Elder County.

Parents express concern as Provo considers closing schools

The Provo School District is looking at possibly closing several schools as leaders try to trim several million dollars from the budget, but parents are concerned with how it's playing out.