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'Hamnet' and 'One Battle After Another' take top honors at Golden Globes
Jake Coyle, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 12 - 7:28 a.m. | Save Story
Paul Thomas Anderson's ragtag revolutionary saga "One Battle After Another" and Chloe Zhao's Shakespeare drama "Hamnet" took top honors at Sunday's 83rd Golden Globes.
'Find purpose in sorrow': Idaho family helping others process grief with children's book
Erik Nielsen, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Jan. 11 - 9:33 a.m. | Save Story
The Miller family has channeled the grief of losing a loved one into a poem, which has since been adapted into an illustrated children's book, with the hope that the book can provide comfort and hope.
Washington National Opera latest to leave Kennedy Center after Trump takeover
Kanishka Singh and Bhargav Acharya, Reuters | Posted Jan. 11 - 9:04 a.m. | Save Story
The Washington National Opera will leave the Kennedy Center, the two organizations said on Friday, marking the latest departure from the storied Washington arts institution since President Donald Trump and his allies took it over.
Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir dies at 78
Andrew Dalton, Associated Press | Posted Jan. 10 - 8:03 p.m. | Save Story
Bob Weir, guitarist, singer and founding member of the Grateful Dead, has died at age 78, according to a statement on his Instagram page. The statement said Weir had succumbed to underlying lung issues.
Veteran actor T.K. Carter, known for 'The Thing' and 'Punky Brewster,' dies at 69
Associated Press | Updated Jan. 10 - 5:44 p.m. | Save Story
Veteran actor T.K. Carter, known for his roles in "The Thing" and "Punky Brewster," has died at 69. Police have not disclosed a cause of death but said no foul play is suspected.
BYU students sweep nominations for College Television Awards
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Jan. 10 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
Brigham Young University represented Utah well with 17 students garnering nominations at the Television Academy Foundation's 45th College Television Awards.
What's coming to the stage in Utah this year? Here's the latest
Valerie Jones, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 10 - 10:41 a.m. | Save Story
The new year is here — and it's bringing a brand-new slate of shows to theaters across Utah.
Rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman sells for $15M
Bruce Shipkowski, Associated Press | Updated Jan. 9 - 9:45 p.m. | Save Story
A rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman and also was once stolen from the home of actor Nicolas Cage has been sold for a record $15 million.
Nick Reiner's high-profile lawyer quits as public defenders take over; arraignment postponed
Steve Gorman and Lisa Richwine, Reuters | Updated Jan. 7 - 2:50 p.m. | Save Story
A high-profile defense lawyer representing the son of slain Hollywood filmmaker Rob Reiner against charges that he murdered his parents abruptly withdrew from the case on Wednesday.
'Avatar: Fire and Ash' reaches $1 billion in global ticket sales
Dawn Chmielewski, Reuters | Updated Jan. 4 - 6:30 p.m. | Save Story
James Cameron's science-fiction fantasy "Avatar: Fire and Ash" has surpassed $1 billion in global box office proceeds, the director's fourth film to cross that threshold.
Harmons grocery stores remain committed to local artists
Arianne Brown for KSL | Posted Jan. 4 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
In a world where many businesses are moving toward AI-created art, Harmons grocery stores have remained committed to showcasing local artists.
'Top Gun: Maverick' copyright claim rejected by appeals court
Jonathan Stempel, Reuters | Updated Jan. 3 - 3:03 p.m. | Save Story
A federal appeals court ruled on Friday that the 2022 Tom Cruise blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick" did not infringe a magazine article that inspired the original 1986 "Top Gun" film.
Violinist sues Will Smith, management company; claims wrongful termination, sexual harassment
Karina Tsui, Sandra Gonzalez, CNN | Updated Jan. 3 - 9:58 a.m. | Save Story
A violinist who performed on tour with Will Smith has filed a lawsuit against the actor-musician and a management company, accusing them of retaliation, sexual harassment and wrongful termination.
The year the PG movie thrived
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted Jan. 1 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
Hollywood owes a thank you to Gen Alpha (kids 12 and younger) for fueling a PG movie box-office boost.
Nancy Drew, Betty Boop and more: 26 notable works entering the public domain in 2026
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Jan. 1 - 12:04 p.m. | Save Story
Nancy Drew, Betty Boop and the first version of what would become Pluto are among the countless creative works entering the public domain as their copyrights expire on New Year's Day.
Disney World worker is injured trying to stop runaway boulder at Indiana Jones show
Associated Press | Updated Dec. 31 - 9:34 p.m. | Save Story
A Walt Disney World worker in Florida was injured while attempting to stop a large runaway prop boulder from rolling into seated spectators at the Indiana Jones live show.
Additional security in place for Salt Lake City New Year's celebration
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 31 - 6:28 p.m. | Save Story
As revelers celebrate the new year, additional security will be in place to ensure all who attend Salt Lake City's "Last Hurrah" will have a safe New Year's Eve celebration.
Ring in the new year with these events in Utah
Valerie Jones, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 31 - 8:53 a.m. | Save Story
It's time to ring in the new year, and there's a wide variety of ways to celebrate in Utah — from fireworks to laser shows to bull riding. Here are some of the events across the state where you can welcome in 2026.
