Iron Fire evacuees cleared to return home in Eureka

Hundreds of Eureka residents displaced by the fast‑moving Iron Fire will be allowed to return home Thursday at noon, officials announced during a community meeting in Santaquin Wednesday night.

Will today's surpluses be tomorrow's shortages?

As buyers hunt for deals and skip full-price goods, retailers may face surpluses now, then cut future orders, setting the stage for possible shortages later.

Utah firefighters issue reminder for people to stay out of active fire zones after breach

State and federal firefighters are reminding people to stay away from active fire zones after coming across someone who was walking around a burn scar near the University of Utah this week.

2 teens injured, 1 hospitalized after 'experimenting' with explosives near Cedar City

Two teens were injured, and one was hospitalized, after police say they were "experimenting" with explosive materials near Cedar City Wednesday evening.

Why different literacy measures for Utah kids tell different literacy stories

Research says academic troubles, with serious consequences, await youngsters who finish third grade without proficient reading skills. Lawmakers are taking action.

Utah Tech University to offer 19 new academic programs this fall

Utah Tech University introduced 19 new academic programs to be offered for the first time during the fall 2026 semester.

Prosecutors argue Tremonton man accused of killing officers 'terrorized the community'

Prosecutors argued Wednesday that a Tremonton man "terrorized the community" through a "planned and premeditated ambush" on police leading to the death of two officers in August.

'It's devastating': Cabin owner describes losses caused by Cottonwood Fire

A fast-moving fire in southern Utah has destroyed countless structures, leaving primary and secondary residents devastated.

Memphis Grizzlies select BYU's Richie Saunders with 32nd pick

The Grizzlies took Saunders 32nd overall with the second pick of the second round, betting on a proven shot-maker who steadily improved while at BYU.

Orem dentist accused of abusing high school intern

A longtime dentist in Orem is accused of sexually abusing a high school senior by giving her a physical examination he was not licensed to perform.

IRS did better than expected in tax season after slashing staff, except on the phone, watchdog says

The IRS did better than expected getting refunds out to taxpayers during the 2026 tax season despite massive cuts to its workforce, but the national taxpayer advocate says taxpayers who needed human help were left behind.

How a data center helped topple one of Utah's most powerful lawmakers

The data center project in Box Elder County figured big in primary elections, factoring in the defeat of Senate President Stuart Adams and two Box Elder County commissioners.

Trump-endorsed de la Espriella declared winner of Colombia's presidential runoff election

Abelardo de la Espriella, a millionaire political newcomer, has been declared Colombia's next president. Electoral authorities announced his victory on Wednesday after a close runoff election on Sunday.

Mike Allred aims for 'needed' changes in Box Elder sheriff race

Watching early election results come in with family Tuesday night, Mike Allred said he's hopeful for positive changes within the Box Elder County Sheriff's Office.

Have You Seen This? Pilot celebrates final flight with daughter as co-pilot

Days before Father's Day, a Southwest Airlines pilot got to celebrate his final flight as a pilot with his daughter by his side at the helm.

Utah athletics announces new apparel partnership with Adidas

The University of Utah announced on Wednesday that it has entered into a new partnership with Adidas, bringing one of the world's largest athletic brands to Salt Lake City, after ending the school's longstanding relationship with Under Armour.

'Are we sure this isn't Travis [Kelce]?' NH police seek purse theft suspect they say looks like the NFL star

A New Hampshire police department is looking for a man who allegedly stole a purse out of a car, and they say the man bears a striking resemblance to Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.

Summer break: A delicate balance of fun and responsibility

While the freedom from school can be a welcome respite for children and teens, it also brings a unique set of challenges.

Utah's largest solar, battery farm now online in Emery County

Utah on Monday became home to one of the largest solar power and energy storage projects in the nation when Salt Lake City-based rPlus Energies kicked off operations in Emery County.

A seismic event bounced off Earth's core and shifted an island country

The massive earthquake that shook Japan on March 11, 2011, caused a tsunami, death and destruction — but also set off a chain reaction felt to the Earth's core, a new study says.

Man sentenced to prison for killing Springville newlywed 'hero' in fatal DUI crash

A man who drove his truck onto a Springville sidewalk, killing a pedestrian while under the influence was sentenced to prison on Tuesday.

CDC concludes hantavirus response as outbreak eases

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Wednesday it ​ended responses to the hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship, two months after the virus killed three people.

Opposition mounting over orders targeting 'disparaging' national park signs

Conservation groups are pushing back on President Donald Trump's effort to change how history presented on public lands.

Pilot dies in plane crash in Box Elder County

Responders found a 44-year-old pilot dead on Tuesday after he crashed his plane in Box Elder County.

Lisa Moon named interim president of Bridgerland Technical College

Lisa Moon is set to assume the role of interim president at Bridgerland Technical College after being appointed by the Utah Board of Higher Education on Tuesday.

Camp Mystic in Texas files for bankruptcy after catastrophic floods killed 28 people

Camp Mystic filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on Wednesday, nearly a year after floods killed 25 girls and two teenage counselors at the all-girls Christian camp in Texas.

Brandon Flowers says his dad influenced his pivot to country music in new album

The Killers' lead singer Brandon Flowers is going solo for his next album, and he's taking on a whole new genre.

Why home air filtration matters more than ever in Utah

Many homeowners are surprised to learn that indoor air can sometimes be more polluted than outdoor air.

Federal judge bars Trump from implementing proof of citizenship requirement to vote

A federal judge has permanently barred President Donald Trump's administration from implementing most of his first executive order on elections.

Celebration of IOC's Olympic Day includes a workout for Salt Lake kids

Nine-year-old Eevie Sayana shyly acknowledged how much fun it was to win a round of Simon Says played with a pair of Olympians Tuesday to mark the internationally celebrated Olympic Day.

Trump badgers Senate GOP on voter ID law after spurning housing bill

President Donald Trump implored Republican lawmakers during a rare visit on Wednesday to pass the SAVE America Act, aggravating party fissures and showing limits of his power.

When a rip current sucks you out to sea, try not to panic

To someone getting sucked out to sea by a rip current, not panicking may be difficult, even if that's what you should do. But lifeguards also say to flip over and float out of the danger.

Cottonwood Fire might set cost records after destroying southern Utah resort, Cox says

The Cottonwood Fire continued to spread Wednesday after taking down Eagle Point Resort, a ski resort in southern Utah.

DOJ announces hundreds of charges in multibillion-dollar healthcare fraud crackdown

The Justice Department announced criminal charges Tuesday against 455 people in a two-week healthcare fraud crackdown that officials say involved over $6.5 billion in false claims.

18-year-old arrested following high-speed chase, claims long history of fleeing

An 18-year-old driving a Ford Mustang was arrested following a high speed chase late Tuesday. The man claims he's fled from police about 40 times.

Appeals court says presidents aren't beyond review in monument disputes

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit reversed a lower court ruling on monument designations by reviving a thrown-out case against the federal government on Tuesday.

How to recognize signs of a stroke and act as soon as possible

Neurologists want patients to understand that many stroke cases may be prevented. If a stroke occurs, treatment is possible.

Wildfire smoke brings falling ash, worsens air quality as summer rodeos, events go on

Reports of ash falling from the sky and hazy conditions across parts of Utah are raising concerns about air quality and outdoor events as wildfire smoke drifts into populated areas.

2 critically injured in early-morning crash near Utah Capitol

Two people were hospitalized after a single-car crash near Utah's Capitol early Wednesday.

Chief of staff to former NYC Mayor Eric Adams, 3 others charged in federal bribery probe

A chief of staff to former New York City Mayor Eric Adams and several others were charged in a federal indictment in connection with alleged bribery scheme involving a city contract.

Mamdani slate sweeps Democratic primaries in New York, ousts 2 incumbents from Congress

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's slate of fiery progressives swept establishment-backed Democrats in the state's congressional primaries on Tuesday, ousting two sitting congressmen.

Sen. Curtis renews vow not to fund Iran military operations without formal declaration of war

Sen. John Curtis, R-Utah, reiterated his commitment not to approve funding for military operations in Iran without giving Congress an opportunity to weigh in.