United Way packs thousands of backpacks as back-to-school need reaches record high

United Way of Salt Lake and hundreds of volunteers packed thousands of backpacks and school supplies to help meet a record level of need among students ahead of the new school year.

Locals in the NFL: Cardinals' Simi Fehoko among impact players in hall-of-fame kickoff

The former Brighton High standout was one of several Locals in the NFL to kick off the 2026 preseason, catching a five-yard touchdown pass in the first half of Arizona rookie Carson Beck's first NFL minutes.

Utah farmers urge consumers to buy local fruit after freeze slashes harvest

Warm winter followed by an April freeze devastated many orchards, but growers say locally grown fruit is still available

Trump signs orders to limit US birthright citizenship, despite Supreme Court ruling

President Donald Trump signed two executive orders on Thursday in a new but narrower attempt to curtail birthright citizenship, once again challenging a provision of the Constitution even ​though the Supreme Court rejected his previous effort.

Back-to-school bargains: Same supply list cost over twice as much depending where we shopped

The KSL Investigators shopped the same back-to-school supply list at five retailers. The cheapest complete basket cost just over $30, while the most expensive topped $66.

UTA considers first base fare rate increase in over a decade

Utah's largest transit agency is seeking its first base fare increase in over a decade, saying that rising costs are driving up the need.

Rubber ducks by the thousands splash into Chicago River for annual Special Olympics fundraiser

A deluge of 90,000 rubber ducks poured out of a truck on the Columbus Drive bridge and plunged into the Chicago River on Thursday, and then raced at a leisurely pace in the annual Chicago Ducky Derby.

'It's worth asking for help': Mom shares how lactation support helped amid breastfeeding challenges

August is National Breastfeeding Month. After struggling with pain, latching and milk supply concerns, a Utah mom of four shares how getting lactation support helped her continue her breastfeeding journey.

Smithfield man gets up to five years more imprisonment in sexual abuse case

A Smithfield man has been sentenced to up to five years imprisonment in a sexual abuse case, which will be added to his lengthy prison term in a separate case.

'Story of contribution': Longtime Mexican restaurant operator honored with key to Ogden

Javier Chavez Sr., operator of a small chain of Mexican restaurants, received a key to Ogden from the mayor for his business efforts and contributions to the city.

Jalapeños linked to a US salmonella outbreak are tracked to a Mexican farm and a distributor

Federal officials have traced a multistate salmonella outbreak to jalapeño peppers from a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico. At least 345 people in 27 states have fallen ill. Most cases are in Minnesota and Colorado.

Man drowns at Sand Hollow Reservoir

A 19-year-old man from Nevada died Thursday afternoon at Sand Hollow Reservoir after drowning.

Immigrant advocates picket against immigrant detainee flights at Salt Lake airport

A handful of immigrant advocates gathered at Salt Lake City International airport to protest the regular immigrant detainee flights out of the facility.

Utah secures victory in lawsuit over its prop betting law; prediction market plans to appeal

The prediction market Kalshi said it plans to appeal a federal court ruling issued earlier this week that allows Utah to enforce its new law banning proposition betting.

Kellogg says it's removing artificial dyes from cereals by the end of this year

WK Kellogg said Thursday that it will remove artificial colors from all its cereals by the end of this year.

Snake River Animal Shelter in Idaho receives grant to help senior dogs

Snake River Animal Shelter has received new funding to help more senior dogs stay with their families and find loving homes.

Have You Seen This? Santa-dressed cat runs over baseball player

Dinger, the Sacramento River Cats mascot, ran over an unsuspecting rival outfielder in a surreal moment at the ballpark.

Here's a look at the 7 Utah school districts proposing tax hikes

Seven Utah school districts have proposed tax increases to fund various district projects. Here's a breakdown of all of them.

Video shows fire threatening building in Riverdale along I-84

A fire spread to the surrounding trees on I-84 in Riverdale on Thursday, threatening an American First Credit Union building. Four different fires blazed along the freeway, which was closed to fight the flames.

Here's how much Americans need to earn to afford a typical home

It actually takes slightly less income to buy a median-priced home in the United States than a year ago, a new analysis shows.

Arizona governor's race is turning into the battle of the BYU grads

Former Mesa mayor on track to join Arizona governor ticket against Andy Biggs

Wayshawn Parker is chasing 1,200 yards; Utah is measuring something bigger

Wayshawn Parker finished 19 yards short of 1,000 last season, so he responded by moving the target further away.

Man crashes car at 200 mph during Bonneville Speed Week, causing critical injuries

A man was flown to the hospital in critical condition after his vehicle flipped in a crash on the salt flats during a race. Officials estimate he was traveling at more than 200 mph.

Salt Lake City mayor cautions fellow Democrats against 'purely reactive' politics

Republican Gov. Spencer Cox and Democratic Mayor Erin Mendenhall spoke out separately about what they see as the growing polarization pushing their parties to the fringes.

Weber County leaders interested in nuclear power potential, host symposium on topic

Weber County leaders are interested in potential use of nuclear power in the county and hosted a symposium on the topic featuring numerous experts in the field.

Building a brighter future: How Utahns can strengthen their state

The vision is straightforward: to become and remain the top-performing economy in the nation.

Cambridge's youngest Black professor resigns as university investigates allegations of plagiarism

A British sociologist who became famous as the youngest Black professor ever at the University of Cambridge has resigned after the university opened an investigation into "new information" about his academic qualifications.

Great Basin jumps to highest fire preparedness level; $18M fund launched for Beaver area

Utah and federal officials announced an $18 million agreement to begin the recovery from a massive fire that burned this year, while firefighting operations continue at a nearby fire.

2 soldiers killed in Lebanon in the first Israeli deaths since June truce with Hezbollah

The Israeli military says two soldiers have died in an explosion in southern Lebanon, marking the first Israeli deaths since a truce with Hezbollah began in June.

What the lull in teen hiring this summer tells us about the job market ahead of Friday's report

When the latest official jobs report is released on Friday, economists are expecting it to show that hiring picked up in July. But what about teen hiring this summer?

'Truly a national treasure': University of Utah acquiring final 50 acres of historic Fort Douglas

The final remaining 50 acres of active military land at Fort Douglas are set to be transferred to the University of Utah in a historic move.

Over 20 Republicans join Mike Lee's bid to cancel recess unless Senate passes SAVE Act

A growing number of Republicans said on Wednesday they would back Sen. Mike Lee forcing a vote to keep the Senate in session if there is no movement on the SAVE America Act.

Intense summer heat takes toll on Bear Lake raspberry crop ahead of Raspberry Days

Bear Lake raspberry growers are reporting one of the worst seasons in years after a dry winter and extreme summer heat damaged crops around the lake.

Roche launches 2 new cyclospora tests as outbreak widens

Roche said on Thursday it launched two new ​tests to detect cyclospora, as cases climbed to record levels, making the outbreak one of the largest in recent U.S. history.

How a Utah startup is changing the shoe industry

Discover how Kizik's innovative shoe technology turned a basement project into a $100 million business selling hands-free, step-in shoes.

Devon Dampier's connection with wide receivers already paying off in Utah's camp

That connection between Dampier and Utah's receivers will get extra attention this season with McGiven calling the shots on offense.

Olive Garden coming to Rexburg this fall

The construction of the new Olive Garden restaurant opening on University Boulevard in Rexburg will be finished in November, the building's construction superintendent confirms.

Utah man killed in Twin Falls shooting was 'everybody's hero,' family says

The family of a Utah man killed in a shooting in Twin Falls Saturday said he was a talented artist, devoted husband, a U.S. Air Force veteran and someone who made others feel valued.

4 reasons to build a backyard office

If you work from home and have a backyard, you have the opportunity to be home, local company Backyard Office Utah is bringing a solution right to your backyard.

Hiroshima marks 81st atomic bomb anniversary; mayor deplores pursuit of nuclear weapons

Hiroshima on Thursday marked the 81st anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of the city, with its mayor urging a stop to possession of nuclear weapons as a method of deterrence.

Park City Jewish Festival brings famous singers, families together two years in a row

The second Annual Park City Jewish Festival was held Wednesday evening, bringing families from across Utah together to celebrate their culture and religion with the help of Jewish musicians.

What caught my attention on Day 1 of BYU football fall camp

Just like that, BYU football is back in full swing. The Cougars kicked off fall camp practices on Wednesday at the Student-Athlete Building.