Teen alcohol use rises sharply after age 13

More females age 12 to 20 drink alcohol, including binge drinking, than do males in the same age group, according to a new analysis of federal data on alcohol use.

Orem football team earns praise for hurricane preparation help in Hawaii

What began as a football trip to Hawaii turned into an unexpected opportunity for service when members of the Orem High School football team helped residents prepare for Hurricane Lala.

Bionic hands aren't just for Luke Skywalker

Utah researchers wire a bionic hand directly into a Florida man's nervous system.

EF-1 tornado confirmed from storm that passed through Tooele County

Last week's storms, which prompted a rare tornado warning on Thursday, ultimately produced a brief tornado that created some property and vegetation damage, federal meteorologists said.

They just got honored as 'Disney Legends.' Now the Jonas Brothers are bringing their new tour to Utah

After the Jonas Brothers were inducted as "Disney Legends" over the weekend, the pop-rock band announced they're heading out on a 45-city tour — and Salt Lake City will be one of the stops.

Former BYU professor charged with explicitly messaging 'teen girl' handed 3 years on probation

A former BYU professor who was charged with sending sexually explicit messages and pictures to someone he thought was a teen girl was sentenced to three years on probation.

Pinkbox Doughnuts expands in Utah to big crowds and long lines

This week, Pinkbox opened its first shop in Salt Lake County on State Street in Sandy, and the grand opening was host to big crowds and long lines once again.

2 more Salt Lake City parks to close for months as they undergo transformations

Two Salt Lake City parks are closing this month for upgrades, as the city dives deeper into its parks bond and other funding programs for improvements.

Authorities decide to euthanize bear in Logan

A young black bear led wildlife officers and local law enforcement on an hours-long chase through Logan on Sunday before it was eventually tranquilized and captured.

'Now it's our turn': Community rallying around police chief after Hurricane flooding

The community is coming together to help Utah Tech University Chief of Police Wes LiCalzi and his family, who are displaced following devastating flooding.

Utah State Ag-DRIP program helps farmers conserve water in Colorado River Basin

Ag-DRIP, a Utah State research program, aims to help farmers conserve water in the Colorado River Basin.

Utah seeks to make 14 native fish species catchable among other proposed fishing changes

Utah wildlife officials are considering making a little more than a dozen native fish species catchable by making them game species among several proposed changes.

Trump says Iran won't make deal he thinks is needed, threatens to bomb Oman

President Donald Trump said on Monday that Iran would not make the ​deal he thinks is needed to end a war with the U.S. and should surrender as talks between the countries remained stalled.

Have You Seen This? Filipino fisherman engages in epic battle with octopus

A Filipino fisherman engaged in an epic battle with an octopus after inadvertently landing the creature while fishing.

Trump administration briefly pauses contentious border project in Texas' Big Bend National Park

The Trump administration said Monday it is temporarily pausing construction of a border construction project in Texas while the head of the agency tasked with building the wall visits to do an "on-the-ground evaluation."

Videos projected on Tabernacle dome to be one of many upcoming Temple Square experiences

Many new experiences on Temple Square will be designed to help guests learn about Christ, Elder Dale G. Renlund of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles said.

Tens of thousands without power and more than 100 homes damaged as Tropical Storm Lala moves away from Hawaii

Tropical Storm Lala has moved away from Hawaii after bringing destructive flooding and strong winds over the weekend.

Remains found miles from Nancy Guthrie home with 'no indication' of connection to case so far, sheriff's department says

Human remains have been found in a desert area near West Ajo Way and South La Cholla Boulevard in Arizona, approximately 15 miles from the home of Nancy Guthrie, according to the Pima County Sheriff's Department.

American Idol winner Iam Tongi brings message of faith, family to Salt Lake City

American Idol winner Iam Tongi opens up about faith, family and life after stardom ahead of his Salt Lake City performance.

Initial suspect in Ogden fire that torched 18 acres probably didn't start the blaze, official says

The initial suspect in an Ogden fire last month that torched 18 acres probably didn't start the fire, and investigators have put their focus on a juvenile.

Justice Department creates a new pathway to restore gun rights for some convicted of felonies

The Justice Department has finalized a rule that will pave the way for people who've been barred from owning firearms because of criminal convictions to apply to have their gun rights reinstated.

British PM reportedly exchanged messages with impostor of top White House official

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messages with an impostor posing as President Donald Trump's chief of staff, according to reports published Monday.

1 dead, 2 critically injured in Kearns funeral shooting

One man died and two others were critically injured after a shooting took place at a funeral in Kearns that forced schools nearby into a secure protocol.

Zion becomes first national park to get all-terrain wheelchair for public use

Zion National Park just became the first national park to be the owner of accessibility equipment available for public use, and it recently shared that news with the world.

The average American rancher is 60. This program trains the people who might replace them

The New Agrarian Program matches aspiring young ranchers with mentors running regenerative ranches across the West.

Long-awaited trial begins in rapper Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing in Las Vegas

Fans of Tupac Shakur are arriving at a Las Vegas courthouse for opening statements in the trial of a man accused of orchestrating the killing of the legendary rapper.

Taylorsville man accused of taking tens of thousands of dollars from elderly mother

A Taylorsville man has been charged with financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult on the accusation that he took money from his mother.

BYU opens up season ranked No. 14, Utah No. 21 in preseason AP Top 25

The official start to the college football season is within reach, and two teams from the state of Utah are considered some of the best in the sport going into the season.

Nestle looks to develop new products to serve users of weight-loss drugs  

Nestle is seeking to turn the rise of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs from a threat into a business opportunity, using artificial intelligence and nutritional science to develop products aimed at millions ​of consumers taking medicines such as Ozempic and Wegovy.

Singles are getting more unconventional in their search for love. This man got a $10k campaign

A 28-year-old Utah man who hadn't dated in nearly a decade joined a $10,000 campaign using billboards and social media to help him find a girlfriend and rebuild his confidence.

US Supreme Court again rebuffs Trump in $5 million E. Jean Carroll case

Rebuffing President Donald Trump for a second time, the U.S. Supreme Court declined on Monday to ​hear his appeal of a $5 million verdict in favor of E. Jean Carroll after a jury found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming the former magazine columnist.

Father accused of recklessly causing the death of his infant daughter

A man has been charged with child abuse homicide in connection with the 2025 death of his infant daughter in Murray.

This summer's hottest accessory: Sun protection

Frances Ling, a 29-year-old in Los Angeles, has a summer driving uniform.

Poll: Utahns weigh in on voter ID and elections

Utah voters overwhelmingly support providing proof of citizenship and a form of photo identification when casting a ballot in elections, indicating support for the requirements being proposed in Utah Sen. Mike Lee's SAVE America Act.

See the wonders of Japan for $3,999 in 2027 with a Utah tour group

In 2023, Conde Nast Traveler subscribers voted Japan as the "best country in the world" and aided by a favorable exchange rate, the opportunity has only improved.

Taylorsville police shoot, kill man armed with knife during burglary investigation

A man was shot and killed by police investigating a reported burglary and stabbing in Taylorsville Sunday night.

University of Utah welcoming students to new $155M, 1,447-bed residence hall this semester

The University of Utah this semester will welcome students to a new 1,447-bed residence hall that looks to be the blueprint for the reinvigoration of "college town magic."

Trump orders Pentagon to scale back joint exercises with South Korea

President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to scale back planned joint military exercises with South Korea after the Republican president said it declined to help denuclearize Iran.

Utah endurance cyclist sets 'bonkers' speed record

Utah endurance cyclist Matthew Lefthand spent 10 nights in an altitude tent before attempting to become the fastest rider ever to cover 200 miles on a standard upright bicycle.