Who on the Utah Jazz is a breakout candidate for next season?

The Utah Jazz are widely considered one of the teams most likely to make a big jump in the 2026-27 NBA season.

Midvale neighbors said man chose dead-end street as he fled from police

Police arrested a man Wednesday after a brief pursuit ended on a dead-end street, and after neighbors said the man went into a house and changed clothes to continue his escape.

Semitruck driver hospitalized after rolling, falling down embankment in Daggett County

A semitruck driver was hospitalized after getting into an accident in Daggett County Wednesday morning.

Democrat exits Utah state Senate race, backs Forward Party candidate

A Democratic candidate for Utah's Senate District 11 dropped out of the race last week, potentially giving Utah's only third-party lawmaker a simpler path to reelection this fall.

Ogden teacher facing assault charge placed on leave, officials taking steps to reassign duties

An Ogden High School teacher facing an assault charge has been placed on leave and school district officials are taking steps to reassign his duties.

People seek mental health benefits after Charlie Kirk shooting, officials say

Nearly a year after the shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, state officials said dozens of people impacted by the tragedy are continuing to seek mental health support.

'It's more than just a house': Multi-generational Springdale family picking up pieces after flood

The Madsen family is picking up the pieces of a multi-generational home after flooding barreled its way down through Zion National Park and into their home Monday afternoon.

2 people were killed and suspect is dead in downtown Minneapolis shooting

According to officials, two people were killed and the suspect is dead in a shooting at an apartment building in downtown Minneapolis.

Bridgerland Technical College, USU partnership creates direct path from technical training to bachelor's degree

Utah State University and Bridgerland Technical College signed an agreement to enable students to move between the two institutions more easily.

EPA proposals to speed up data center projects 'anti-democratic,' according to Utah environmental group

Proposals by the EPA to reduce public input, and allow construction before air-quality permits are issued have some environmental groups in Utah concerned about a move they see as "anti-democratic."

First full trailer for HBO Max's 'Harry Potter' series is here, it's a nostalgic return to Hogwarts

For the first time, fans are getting an extended look at HBO Max's upcoming "Harry Potter" television series. The trailer gives me hope that this trip back to Hogwarts is going to feel both familiar and new.

Man accused of killing Santaquin Police officer wants prosecutors to recuse themselves

Michael Jayne is now charged with 13 counts of stalking the Utah County prosecutors in his capital murder case.

Some e-bike models banned from trail use in Butterfield, Yellow Fork canyons

The Salt Lake County Council has banned the use of some e-bikes on trails in unincorporated areas of the county, largely affecting Butterfield and Yellow Fork canyons.

Utah company aims to turn homeownership into an employee benefit

A Provo startup, NestSteps, wants to help fill the gap in housing attainability where other efforts have fallen short.

Lawsuits filed over reduction of 2 Utah national monuments, rekindling legal battle

A legal battle over the sizes of two monuments in Utah is heating up again after President Donald Trump shrank the monuments in July.

Appalling AI menu pictures keep going viral. But what makes them so revolting?

Generative AI has quickly become prevalent in marketing, particularly in illustrations or videos, to the discomfort or disdain of many beholders.

Pentagon issues clinical guidelines on troop testosterone screening to start immediately

The U.S. Pentagon issued detailed guidance on Wednesday for a new, ​mandatory testosterone deficiency screening policy for active-duty and reserve service members age 30 and older.

Have You Seen This? Waterfalls caused by flooding in Zion National Park

Flash floods on Monday caused waterfalls to appear throughout Zion National Park while the rest of Utah experienced heavy rainfall and severe thunderstorms.

Man accused of stalking, impersonating officer

A man who police say met another man on a dating app and then claimed he was a law enforcer and that the victim was in trouble, is facing criminal charges.

NBA suspends Clippers owner Ballmer, fines team $30M, Kawhi Leonard $700K in cap circumvention case

Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer was suspended for one year by the NBA, and the team was ordered to forfeit five first-round draft picks and pay a $30 million fine for violating salary cap circumvention rules in a case involving Kawhi Leonard. Also, president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank has been banned for six months and team president of business operations Gillian Zucker was suspended for one year. Leonard was hit with a $700,000 penalty. The league's decision follows a nearly yearlong investigation. The penalties reflect the league's firm stance on maintaining fair play and financial integrity. The Clippers say they will challenge the decision.

Delta Sigma Theta volunteers transform Franklin Elementary School with a day at play

More than 300 Delta Sigma Theta volunteers kicked off the sorority's Farwest Regional Conference in Salt Lake City with a day of service at Franklin Elementary School.

Democrats weigh consequences for rogue members who rescued GOP agenda

Utah Rep. Burgess Owens is opening the door for a pair of rogue House Democrats to join the Republican Party after the duo faces internal backlash from party leaders.

How has Oregon transfer Roger Saleapaga adapted to BYU? Cougars named him a captain

Saleapaga, who graduated from Orem High before spending two seasons at Oregon, will find himself in the spotlight when BYU kicks off the 2026 season Saturday against Utah Tech.

Fall seasonal menus are out now; here are the best items to try

KSL Lifestyle Contributor Mindy Dunyon shared three reasons to celebrate the arrival of September!

Man accused of pointed realistic looking gun at police 'for no apparent reason'

A man who police say pointed a realistic looking gun at officers conducting a separate investigation was charged on Thursday.

Democrats again float idea of expanding the Supreme Court

Congress would have to pass a law to add additional justices, and Republicans in the majority are opposed.

St. George man hospitalized with rare, severe form of West Nile virus, wife says

A St. George woman is urging people to take precautions against mosquito bites after her husband developed a rare neuroinvasive form of West Nile virus that she says nearly cost him his life.

House Republican disciplined for 'inappropriate conduct' toward female staffers

The House censured Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., on Tuesday after an investigation found he engaged in "unprofessional and inappropriate conduct" toward two young office staffers.

Intermountain Health to relocate LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City

LDS Hospital will be relocated to downtown Salt Lake City after over a century in the city's Avenues, but it's unclear what's next for the old hospital site.

1M reserved tickets for Salt Lake Temple open house

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the first million reservations for the Salt Lake Temple open house were claimed within 24 hours of making them available.

Salt Lake City man charged with killing girlfriend in Tooele

A Salt Lake City man was charged with murder Wednesday in the shooting death of his girlfriend in Tooele.

Heads or tails? $1 coin with Trump's face and gold finish to go on sale

The U.S. Mint will start selling a $1 coin to celebrate America's 250th birthday, featuring President Donald Trump's face on one side. The coins are available as of Wednesday.

'DWTS' pro Rylee Arnold faced a frightening diagnosis. Then she prayed

On the second night after 15-year-old Rylee Arnold learned she had Type 1 diabetes, she laid in a hospital bed and cried. So she prayed — and things changed.

Apple changes Lake Ontario name to 'Lake America' for US users following Trump's order

Apple has relabeled Lake Ontario to "Lake America" for U.S. users of its maps app, following competitor Google, days after President Donald Trump ordered a new name for the lake.

Top doctors offer updated flu, COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion

Leading medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue guidelines, saying they hope to ease confusion.

Congo's Ebola outbreak shows no signs of slowing as deaths top 3,000

The latest government data shows Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed more than 3,000 people out of over 6,100 confirmed cases, with the disease is spreading at an unprecedented speed.

Man arrested in stabbing on Salt Lake City TRAX

A man was arrested and accused of stabbing another passenger aboard a Blue Line train in Salt Lake City on Wednesday.

Deadlocked jury in Lindsay Clancy trial goes home after a fifth day without a verdict

Jurors in the Lindsay Clancy trial have gone home without a verdict after a fifth day of deliberations.

'Working in the dark:' Utah's offensive line ready to prove itself in season opener

Turn off the lights. Starting offensive tackle Zereoue Williams feels more comfortable there — and so does the rest of the offensive line.

US pounds Iran; Tehran strikes back at bases in biggest exchange since July

Iranians and their Arab neighbors were plunged back into war on Wednesday by the biggest exchange of fire between Tehran and Washington since July.

450 additional elk permits added as Utah's intense drought persists

The Utah Wildlife Board unanimously approved 450 additional elk hunting permits in a meeting Aug. 20 — and it's not just for sport. It's for drought response.

Armed man shot by Salt Lake City police identified

A man who police say refused to stop and drop his knife and ran across a busy street into a crowded parking lot was shot by officers Monday night.

ICE arrest in Ogden as police officer looks on sparks intense City Council discussion

The controversial arrest of an immigrant last week by an ICE agent as an Ogden officer looked on sparked intense discussion at an Ogden City Council meeting.

Bronco Mendenhall wants Aggies to 'take over' games in Year 2

Utah State football scored a lot of points last season. Bronco Mendenhall knows that wasn't enough.

New guide reveals a retirement planning mistake that often costs Utah retirees 6 figures

Roughly half of all American retirees don't take any systematic approach to withdrawing their retirement savings.

Utah father remembered for helping others before fatal lightning strike in Florida

Family and friends are remembering a Utah husband and father after he was killed by a lightning strike while helping stranded boaters during a sudden storm off the coast of Florida.

Tiger Woods pleads no contest to reckless driving charge over rollover crash in Florida

Tiger Woods has pleaded no contest to a reckless driving charge in Florida after he was arrested in March following a rollover crash near his home on Jupiter Island.

Southern Utah University interns recognized for helping rescue hiker in Arizona

Three college students participating in Southern Utah University's Intergovernmental Internship Cooperative were recognized after encountering a 67-year-old woman suffering from heat exhaustion while hiking and administering immediate help.