No, Taylor Swift is not getting married at the Ocean House this weekend

This weekend, Elizabeth Hall, a 15-year wedding planning veteran, is putting on a wedding at the Ocean House resort in Rhode Island. Unfortunately, a lot of people seem to think it's Taylor Swift's wedding.

UN reports record violations of children in conflict, with government forces the main perpetrators

Nearly 25,000 children caught in conflict were victims of a record number of violations last year, including killings, rape and recruitment to fight, and for the first time, government forces — not armed groups — were the main perpetrators, a new United Nations report says.

Pentagon tells US lawmakers it needs $80 billion for Iran war and other bills, WSJ reports

The U.S. Department of Defense needs $80 billion to cover costs from ​the Iran war as well as other non-war-related bills, Deputy Defense Secretary Stephen Feinberg told lawmakers in phone calls ‌this week, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the ⁠matter.

Valar Atomics' nuclear reactor reaches criticality in Utah

After four decades of stagnation, the United States is seeing a resurgence of nuclear technology. At about 4:30 p.m. Thursday afternoon, Valar Atomics' small modular reactor in Orangeville, Utah, reached zero-power fueled criticality.

Community raises money for new special hiking chair stolen from 8-year-old with cerebral palsy

After a little girl with cerebral palsy had a special outdoor mobility chair stolen, her Idaho community raised double the amount of money for her to get a new one.

United States is flying at men's World Cup, and Utah soccer fans are taking note

Four years after scoring just two goals in three group games before a 3-1 exit to the Netherlands in the Round of 16, the United States is flying under Mauricio Pochettino — and the country, including the 4,500 fans who gathered in Sandy — are taking notice.

3 hikers die of suspected heat-related illness during rising temperatures at Grand Canyon

Three hikers died from apparent heat-related illnesses in the Grand Canyon on two separate days in the past week in the inner canyon, federal officials said Friday.

Teenage girl killed in off-highway vehicle crash in Garden City

A 17-year-old girl was killed Friday when the off-highway vehicle she was riding on overturned in Garden City, according to police.

How hundreds celebrated Juneteenth in downtown Salt Lake City

Hundreds of people celebrated Juneteenth in downtown Salt Lake City on Friday

The overlooked tax opportunity for IRAs and 401Ks over $300,000

Your small investment in time today, could yield massive tax savings tomorrow.

US gas prices slide below $4 again. What about Utah?

Gas prices in some Utah counties have joined the national average in sliding to or below $4 per gallon for the first time in months.

Washington County K-9 dies after battle with 'sudden, unexpected medical emergency'

Washington County Sheriff's Office announced Friday that K-9 deputy Cyrus has passed away following a three-day battle with a "sudden, unexpected medical emergency."

Utah leaders respond to new ICE facility developments in Salt Lake

Utah leaders are responding to news that a planned immigration detention facility in Salt Lake City appears to be off the table.

Review: I can't believe I'm saying this, but Pixar did it again with 'Toy Story 5'

"Toy Story 5" isn't the best film in the franchise, and it doesn't reach the heights of the original trilogy, but it's a funny, heartfelt and thoroughly enjoyable return to one of Pixar's most beloved worlds.

This Utah county is paying residents to make their landscaping water-efficient

The Washington County Water Conservancy District announced it will pay property owners up to $3 for each square foot of grass replaced with water-efficient landscaping in the first 1,000 square feet of a project area.

Arguments regarding death penalty, roommate continue on eve of Robinson court ruling

More court filings were made this week by both sides in the Tyler Robinson case as the judge is expected to rule on contempt and hearsay issues on Monday.

US beats Australia 2-0 to advance to World Cup knockout round

The U.S. national soccer team advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup despite the absence of injured forward Christian Pulisic, beating Australia 2-0 on Friday.

Have You Seen This? Roll cloud looks like a twisted breadstick in the sky

I must've been hungry when I watched this video, because to me, the cloud looks exactly like a twisted breadstick. The type you might get at a family-owned Italian restaurant.

In memoir, Chris Hill looks back on 31 momentous years as Utes AD

Over 30 years of stories from Chris Hill, the most accomplished AD in University of Utah history, was captured in his memoir, "Thirty-one Years In The Front Row," released this week.

The fabric of freedom: Minky Couture's tribute to American history and culture

As America prepares for its 250th anniversary — its semiquincentennial — that tradition continues with a new, limited-edition flag blanket from Minky Couture.

2 injured, including firefighter, in Tremonton tire shop fire

A firefighter and another person were sent to the hospital following injuries sustained in a tire shop fire in Tremonton on Friday morning.

Man arrested for investigation of reckless burning after Memory Grove blaze

A person is in custody and has been booked for investigation of reckless burning after a fire burned a section of Memory Grove in Salt Lake City on Friday morning.

Lebanon ceasefire agreed after US-Iran talks in Switzerland scrapped

Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire in Lebanon Friday after an escalation in fighting there jeopardized the chances of an interim agreement on ending the war in Iran.

Teen critically injured in fall in Big Cottonwood Canyon near Donut Falls

A 17-year-old was critically injured in fall Friday morning in Big Cottonwood Canyon near Donut Falls.

6 Kickstarter Father's Day gifts for the dad who says he doesn't want anything

Father's Day is Sunday, June 21, and if your dad, husband, or partner has ever said "I don't need anything" while quietly coveting every gadget on the internet, this list is for him.

Box Elder County commissioner responds to conflict of interest allegations tied to Stratos Project

Box Elder County Commissioner Boyd Bingham is pushing back against allegations that he failed to disclose a potential conflict of interest before voting in favor of transferring thousands of acres of land for the Stratos Project data center.

Test Drive: The 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor is the best Explorer yet

If you want a rugged family hauler that checks every box, it's tough to imagine anything better than the Explorer Tremor.

Nearly 3,000 Colombians in Utah eligible to vote in Colombia's presidential election

Nearly 3,000 Colombians in Utah can vote in Colombia's presidential election, with balloting here to take place at the Salt Lake County Government Center.

Will this be America's best birthday celebration, or perhaps, the worst?

A look at celebrations in 1876 and 1976 puts America 250 in perspective.

Police release man arrested after boy, 3, ends up in UK zoo's crocodile enclosure

British police said on Friday they released a man who had been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a 3-year-old ‌boy ended up in a zoo's crocodile enclosure.

Church of Jesus Christ delivers food to all 50 states to celebrate America 250

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is delivering 250 truckloads of food across the country for America 250 and recently reached all 50 states with a delivery in Hawaii.

UN agencies launch $1 million project to contain screwworm outbreak

The International Atomic Energy Agency and the U.N. ​food agency have launched a $1 million research project to help contain the screwworm outbreak in the ‌Americas.

Amid World Cup hype, Real Salt Lake readies for 2nd half of successful (so far) MLS season

The club that sits third in the Western Conference returned to the training grounds Wednesday, looking to prepare for the second half of the 2026 MLS season following the men's World Cup break.

Morgan camp helps foster teens build confidence through outdoors

A group of foster teens is spending part of their summer in Morgan learning leadership skills through outdoor adventure, with help from Utah's first lady, Abby Cox.

Meet the nutrition dream team: 6 dairy products working harder than you think

This June Dairy Month, we're introducing dairy's dream team — a lineup of familiar foods that each bring something unique to the table.

Utah charter school director pleads guilty in federal, state courts to child sex crimes

The director of a Utah charter school in northern Utah who has pleaded guilty to both state and federal child sex crimes will not serve any additional prison time for his state charges.

The ultimate guide for your kids' summer lemonade stand

Nothing tastes better than a cold glass of lemonade on a hot summer day, especially after several long hours of selling it under the sun (or more likely, helping your kids do it).