New schools make room for Davis County's growing student population

New schools across Davis County are helping Davis School District keep up with population growth while giving students more space to learn, connect and build new traditions.

School districts, students and educators respond to new 'bell-to-bell' cellphone ban

Students, parents and educators are sharing more after school districts put policies in place in response to the state's new "bell-to-bell" cellphone law.

Utah kids rank 3rd nationally for money lost to online scams

FBI data shows Utah victims age 17 and younger reported more than $1 million in online scam losses. The FBI says parents can help by talking with kids early.

Storms batter Mid-Atlantic, sparking several tornadoes and widespread flash flooding

A line of drenching storms swept across the Mid-Atlantic and parts of the Northeast late Thursday, spinning up destructive tornadoes and inundating several areas with significant flooding.

Locals, tribes caught in the middle of federal tug-of-war over Bears Ears

Tribes and the communities around Bears Ears National Monument are frustrated with the back and forth over federal protections of the land.

Ready to 'eat mor chikin'? Ammon Chick-fil-A announces opening date following remodel

A new and improved Chick-fil-A is set to open in Ammon, Idaho, next week after closing for most of the summer.

'Let us keep our memories': 2 southern Utah farmers experience theft of 'priceless' saddles

Two farms in the areas or Parowan and Paragonah in Iron County are reporting a string of burglaries, and town officials are asking for the public's help.

Cox calls for 'major reform' to MIDA after data center pushback

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox says he supports making major changes to a state entity that approved a controversial artificial intelligence data center in Box Elder County.

Lawsuit against podcast is about trademark confusion, not name, Church of Jesus Christ says

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Thursday re-emphasized that its lawsuit against podcaster John Dehlin is based on what it considers trademark confusion rather than an attempt to hamper Dehlin's free speech.

Grappling device used to end car chase in southern Utah

A pursuit in southern Utah ended safely after an officer used a Grappler Police Bumper on the fleeing vehicle.

Utah's reservoir system tumbles closer to 50%, but Cox says it might be a 'win'

Utah's reservoir system is nearing 50% capacity faster than its median average, but Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said that might be a "win" all things considered.

Southern Utah University selected to establish statewide NASA workforce hub

Southern Utah University was one of seven organizations across the U.S. selected by NASA to launch statewide workforce hubs.

Woman charged in ISIS-inspired terror plot to detonate explosive device at New York State Capitol, feds say

A 35-year-old woman has been charged in connection with a plot to use an explosive device to attack the New York State Capitol and state senators, officials said Thursday.

Have You Seen This? Ducklings use spillway as waterslide

A mother duck watches as her ducklings play on a concrete spillway they are using as a waterslide.

Human remains discovered in Lake Powell

Police responded to the discovery of human remains in Lake Powell on Friday.

The president just got more powerful. Even conservatives see the risk

Melissa Holyoak, United States Attorney for the District of Utah and former commissioner of the Federal Trade Commission, spoke about the risk of expanding presidential powers.

Russian strikes kill 17 in Ukraine, Zelenskyy says lack of Patriots costing lives

Russian airstrikes killed 17 people and injured more than 40 in Kyiv and the surrounding region on Thursday as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a failure by Ukraine's allies to ​replenish its stock of air defense missiles was costing lives.

US imposes more sanctions on Cuba

The U.S. imposed new Cuba-related sanctions on ​Thursday, designating nine entities and three individuals for alleged malign activities directed at the ‌United States.

Inmate with 'disregard for law enforcement' accused of assaulting corrections officer

A man once arrested in connection with a downtown shooting is now accused of attacking a corrections officer while incarcerated at the Utah State Prison.

California company awarded $100M to develop critical mineral facility on Great Salt Lake shore

The U.S. Department of Energy announced Waterleaf P1 HoldCo was awarded a $100 million grant to build a commercial lithium extraction and refining facility on the Great Salt Lake's northeastern shore.

One Army unit is offering 4 bonus days off to play Grand Theft Auto for soldiers who reenlist

A U.S. Army unit is offering its troops a special bonus if they reenlist soon: four extra days off timed around the November release of the video game Grand Theft Auto VI.

Federal agents seize devices from ex-Rep. Swalwell in sexual misconduct probe, AP source says

Federal agents have seized electronic devices from former Rep. Eric Swalwell and searched his Washington home as part of an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox becomes a grandfather

Gov. Spencer Cox's first grandchild was born on Wednesday, the governor confirmed during his monthly news conference.

Saratoga Springs boy being hailed a hero after saving brother, now recovering from own injuries

Zion Silva, 6, is being hailed as a hero after saving his 4-year-old brother, Leo, from falling from a two-story window. But now Zion is recovering from serious injuries of his own.

Is It better to leave your thermostat at one temperature all day?

In most cases, adjusting your thermostat when you're away can save energy and money without sacrificing comfort.

Taylorsville man accused of holding woman hostage for 3 days, faces 20 charges

A Taylorsville man who allegedly held a woman against her will for three days and abused her has been charged with 19 felonies and a misdemeanor.

Loudest voices online hated Sen. Curtis' immigrant plan. Here's what Utah's GOP voters think

Utah Sen. John Curtis faced angry online immigration hawks earlier this month when he announced legislation to create a state-led migrant visa program. A recent poll shows what voters think.

Still recovering from Hurricane Lala, Hawaii prepares for a possible weekend cyclone

Communities in Hawaii, especially those on the Big Island still picking up the pieces after Hurricane Lala last weekend, could get pounded again in the coming days.

Diamond Gems: BYU's Miller Park offers some of baseball's best views

One of college baseball's most stunning settings sits at the base of the Wasatch Mountains on BYU's campus.

$238M upgrade of 5600 South, I-15 interchange in Roy nearly done, other projects continue

The $238 million upgrade of 5600 South and the I-15 interchange in Roy, spurred by growth, is largely complete, though other major road projects in the area continue.

Trump warns of economic consequences for any country that supports Iran

President Donald Trump warned of economic consequences for any country that provided "any type of lifeline to Iran" as the United States looks to resolve a war it ​began nearly six months ago.

US sends 20 deportees to Liberia, part of 1,200 migrants the country will receive under new deal

The United States sent 20 deportees to Liberia, who arrived on Thursday as part of 1,200 migrants that the African country will receive under a new deal.

Utah governor 'deeply troubled' by Flock camera concerns, orders privacy review

Gov. Spencer Cox will take questions from reporters during his monthly news conference Thursday morning.

Babylon Fire closure area reopened after burning for nearly 2 months

The Manti-La Sal National Forest announced that all lands within the Monticello Ranger District are now open to the public and the Babylon Fire is now 100% contained after the fire began June 25.

Morgan Scalley's alumni plan aims to make Utah football family last beyond the final snap

Morgan Scalley wants former players to occupy a larger and more active role within Utah football. One of his early moves as head coach was hiring former Ute Bo Nagahi as director of alumni relations.

Aging Utahns struggling with property taxes can qualify for up to $1200

Property taxes keep climbing, and for people living on a fixed income, that increase can force tough decisions. But AARP has a way to make it easier to do.

Utah has 'major gaps' in regulating noise, temperature from new data centers, agency head says

An agency leader said there are "major gaps" in Utah's regulation of data center development, particularly when it comes to the impacts new projects will have on local temperatures and noise.

Pulitzers and American Library Association launch 'Pulitzer on the Road' touring exhibit

Barbara Kingsolver, Percival Everett and Daniel Kraus will be among the authors and other Pulitzer Prize-winning artists and journalists participating in a 20-city touring exhibition.

Netflix sued by band Demon Hunter over 'KPop Demon Hunters'

Christian metal band Demon Hunter has sued Netflix and concert promoter AEG Presents in California ​federal court, alleging "KPop Demon Hunters" infringes its trademarks.

Proposed Sugar House business district receives pushback from businesses

A proposed special assessment for improvements within the business district has created mixed feelings among business owners.

Sen. Curtis talks public transit expansion ahead of temple open house and Olympics

As Utah prepares to host millions of visitors for the Salt Lake Temple open house and the 2034 Winter Olympics, its railways are undergoing a major change.