Summit County Sheriff's Office explains faulty wildfire evacuation alert

The Summit County Sheriff's Office says it is investigating why a wireless emergency alert tied to the Rocky Canyon Fire evacuation was delivered to mobile phones outside the intended evacuation area Sunday.

Photo gallery: Family pets draw our full attention during Blessing of the Animals event

Hilltop United Methodist Church celebrated some of our favorite Utahns on Saturday during the faith's annual Blessing of the Animals event on church grounds in Sandy.

Utah teachers embrace artificial intelligence as new classroom rules take effect

State guidelines put safety first, but districts will decide how artificial intelligence is used in Utah classrooms.

Trump signs order calling for spacing out childhood vaccines, against medical groups' guidance

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that calls for spacing out childhood vaccines into separate medical visits and splitting the combined measles, mumps and rubella vaccine into three different single-disease shots.

Tech experts warn against using AI clone of murdered woman's voice in court

Lawyers for a man convicted in a decades-old capital murder case are hoping to block Weber County prosecutors from using an AI-generated simulation of the victim's voice at an upcoming sentencing hearing.

Liquor ads coming to NCAA championships. Advocacy group, some states pushing back

The NCAA has lifted a longstanding ban on advertising alcohol and energy drinks during its championship events, including March Madness.

US court rules Meta, other tech firms must face thousands of lawsuits over social media addiction

A U.S. appeals court on Monday allowed thousands of lawsuits to move forward against Meta Platforms, Alphabet's Google, ByteDance's TikTok and Snap Inc's Snapchat over claims they designed ​their products to be addictive to young users.

The Great Salt Lake has a new quarterback

The newly appointed Great Salt Lake commissioner, Hannah Freeze, is determined to keep Utah's largest lake from disappearing.

First sister wives of polygamous leader share story in upcoming book

Marona and Shandra Johnson are the first two sister wives who were married to FLDS offshoot leader Samuel Bateman. They are also two of seven sisters whom Bateman married. Now they're telling their stories in a book set to come out this Fall.

QUIZ: Learn about digging safety and enter to win a $200 Amex gift card

Put your knowledge to the test with questions about the importance of contacting 811, the cost of having utility lines marked and more.

How this week's solar eclipse will alter the weather

Wednesday's total solar eclipse will alter weather conditions along its path from the Arctic to western Europe.

So how much will a fleet of Trump-class nuclear-powered battleships cost?

When President Donald Trump announced plans to build a new fleet of Navy warships — dubbed "Trump-class battleships" — he envisioned a vessel "100 times more powerful than any battleship ever built."

Jackie, the California bald eagle who became an internet sensation, dies after illness

Jackie, the bald eagle who became an internet sensation and a symbol of the species' recovery in California, died Monday after being treated for an illness at a veterinary facility, her caretakers announced.

Student leaders, immigrant advocates press U. to become 'sanctuary campus' for immigrants

Amid the ongoing immigration crackdown, students leaders and immigrant advocates want the University of Utah to become a "sanctuary campus" for immigrants.

Are Utah homes for sale still the biggest in the country? Almost

Looking for a sizable home? Try buying in Utah.

Here's what Utah, federal lawmakers are doing to crack down on online fraud

Congress is looking at ways to crack down on retail fraud and online scams, after a federal report found that internet scams cost Americans more than $20 billion last year.

Have You Seen This? This couple is 'lovin' it' at their McDonald's wedding

An Ohio couple went viral over their McDonald's wedding venue.

From pioneer roots to thriving nursery: The J&J Garden Center story

As it goes with many Utah legacies, it all started with family and farming.

Man dead after being struck by vehicle in Orem

A 24-year-old man died after being hit by a vehicle on Monday afternoon in Orem.

July was the hottest month in the US since records began in 1895

July was the hottest month ever recorded in the United States, according to data released Monday by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Firefighting pilots killed in Utah crash remembered for lives in service, selflessness

Family and friends of the firefighters killed while battling a massive wildfire in central Utah on Friday say they each lived lives filled with service and selflessness.

British driver Andy Green returning to Bonneville Salt Flats for another land speed record attempt

Two decades after setting the land speed record for a diesel-powered car, British driver Andy Green is returning to the Bonneville Salt Flats this week with his eyes set on another record.

What it's been like to be a refugee in Utah in recent years

In order to learn more about how life for refugees has changed, the Deseret News spoke with two refugees living in Utah who have been impacted by the changes to refugee policy.

North Korean hacking group builds AI tools for cyberattacks, report says

A North Korean hacking group built large language model ​tools and collected software that could help automate cyberattacks, analyse stolen material and produce more convincing phishing campaigns, ‌a South Korean cybersecurity firm said on Monday.

KSL Outdoors Snapshot of the Week: August 8, 2026

The KSL Outdoors Snapshot of the Week from our August 8, 2026 episode.

What Dallas Jenkins and Jonathan Roumie told Bear Grylls they've learned about Jesus

In the upcoming series "The Chosen in the Wild with Bear Grylls," conversations about faith unfold alongside wilderness challenges.

Henefer told to evacuate as Rocky Canyon Fire picks up in intensity again

A Wasatch Back town is being evacuated as a precaution as a fast-growing wildfire begins to pick up in intensity again.

South Korea, US to begin exercises next week to bolster readiness against North's threats

South Korean and U.S. troops will begin their annual exercises next week to beef up readiness against North Korean threats, the allies announced Monday, days after North Korea resumed ballistic missile testing activities that are banned by the U.N.

This ever-smiling face behind BYU's expectations knows how to 'lock it in'

The 6-foot-4, 305-pound senior from Kamas is a Rimington Trophy watch list candidate given to the best center in the country, and BYU's physical play and high expectations may start with him.

The touching love story behind Yumi, a 22-foot bronze elephant

When sculptor Matthew Gray Palmer was first approached by Cal State Fullerton to create a statue of an elephant for their campus, he had no clue it would have such a big impact on his life.

Magnitude 7.4 quake rocks western Colombia, killing at least 111 people

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck western Colombia, killing at least 111 people and damaging hundreds of buildings.

1 dead in West Jordan rollover crash

One person died in a rollover crash in West Jordan on Monday that happened at a four-way stop on state Route 209.

'Football and cowboying:' How life as a cowboy makes Colton Swan the right fit as DC for Utah

Like any good cowboy, Colton Swan lived at the rodeo, where he became a decorated roper and earned a partial scholarship to Weber State. He also walked on to the football team and was eventually awarded a scholarship.

Taylor Farms recalls salsa and guacamole from Walmart, Kroger over salmonella risk

Taylor Farms said on Sunday it was recalling prepared food items containing jalapenos from retailers, including Walmart, Kroger and Whole Foods ​in some states, over concerns about potential salmonella contamination.

Meadow prepares for flooding after massive wildfire

As the Widemouth 2 Fire continues to burn across central Utah, communities near the fire are preparing for another potential threat: flooding.

From Uniqlo to Zara, clothing brands try to win over Gen Z with a needle and thread

Encouraging customers to mend worn clothes instead of buying new ones might seem like a self-defeating sales strategy. But in-store repairs and sewing workshops are becoming essential retail services for clothing brands as they try to appeal to young consumers who want to save money and the planet.

Alaska Airlines flight forced to lockdown cockpit over passenger threats

An Alaska Airlines flight leaving from Miami International Airport was forced to delay its departure Sunday evening and enter emergency protocols after "threats" from passengers, according to air traffic control audio reviewed by CNN.

Health officials urge caution for Gulf Coast beachgoers during surge of deadly bacterial infections

Health officials in Louisiana are urging beachgoers to take precautions during a summertime surge in infections from a flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters.

Idaho seed company launches retail system to help families grow their own food

As grocery prices continue to rise, Survival Garden Seeds in Rigby, a major supplier for garden seed customers nationwide, is launching what it calls the first Self-Reliance Gardening retail system.

What Utah's 2034 Winter Games are bringing to classrooms this fall

A new education program using Utah's 2034 Winter Games to help boost student literacy, attendance and adherence to values like teamwork and perseverance is coming to seven school districts across the state.