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'Normies want normal politics': Cox reacts as 6 in 10 Utahns say parties don't represent them
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted May 9 - 3:02 p.m. | Save Story
A majority of Utah voters do not feel like the Republican and Democratic parties represent their views, according to a new Deseret News-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.
Man sentenced to jail after causing crash that killed passenger after racing on the freeway
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted May 9 - 1:52 p.m. | Save Story
A Spanish Fork man was sentenced to jail and probation for causing a crash that killed a Santaquin teen passenger in his vehicle.
President Oaks tours Salt Lake Temple following April surgery
Tad Walch, Deseret News | Posted May 9 - 11:57 a.m. | Save Story
President Dallin H. Oaks and his counselors toured the Salt Lake Temple Friday as a six-year renovation project moves forward to a six-month public open house next year.
Man arrested in Grand County sent to prison for smuggling teens
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted May 9 - 10:38 a.m. | Save Story
Miguel Angel Chay-Tiguila was sentenced to three terms of five years to life in prison for aggravated human smuggling after officers found three minors in the U.S. illegally in his car.
I-80 overnight lane closures starting in Parleys Canyon on Monday
Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted May 9 - 8:43 a.m. | Save Story
Drivers traveling through Parleys Canyon should prepare for overnight delays starting Monday as the Utah Department of Transportation begins a major construction project along I-80.
Unlicensed motorcyclist arrested following chase reaching 123 mph, troopers say
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted May 9 - 7:51 a.m. | Save Story
A motorcyclist was arrested Thursday and accused of leading police on multiple chases in Utah County at speeds of up to 123 mph.
Salt Lake teacher makes it to finals in international author competition
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted May 9 - 7:04 a.m. | Save Story
An English teacher from the Salt Lake Valley is hoping to get his first book published by winning an international author competition.
Bangerter Highway reopens after shots fired, 1 injured
Curtis Booker, KSL | Updated May 8 - 10:51 p.m. | Save Story
A shooting on Bangerter Highway led to temporary closures Friday evening.
Former US envoy calls for overhaul of post-WWII trade system
Art Raymond, Deseret News | Posted May 8 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
Former U.S. trade ambassador Robert Lighthizer spoke at the Crossroads of the World trade summit in Salt Lake City and called for an overhaul of the current trade system.
Treat your mom this Mother's Day with these food deals
Emma Neff, Deseret News | Posted May 8 - 9:37 p.m. | Save Story
Whether taking the whole family out, keeping it low-key at home or giving mom a solo treat, restaurants across the country are serving up some great deals. Here's some of the best.
Cox stresses efforts to protect Great Salt Lake amid intense data center debate
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted May 8 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
Gov. Spencer Cox reinserted himself into the intense debate over a Box Elder County data center project, stressing efforts meant to protect the Great Salt Lake.
New Millard County wildfire deemed human-caused; structures no longer at risk
Curtis Booker, KSL | Updated May 8 - 8:37 p.m. | Save Story
The Maple Road Fire started Friday in Millard County east of Holden and has burned just over 3 acres.
Thistle Junction construction begins in Spanish Fork Canyon
Brian Carlson, KSL | Posted May 8 - 8:34 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Department of Transportation is revamping Thistle Junction at U.S. 6 and the turnoff to U.S. 89, in a project that started on Friday.
Pickleball injuries on the rise as popularity explodes nationwide
Emma Benson, KSL | Posted May 8 - 7:37 p.m. | Save Story
Pickleball is the nation's fastest-growing sport which may explain an 88% increase in pickleball injuries since 2020.
3 teachers represent Utah in national America's Favorite Teacher competition
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted May 8 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Three beloved Utah teachers received extra special community support this Teachers Appreciation Week as they made it to the quarterfinals of a national teacher competition.
Over 4K graduate from Salt Lake Community College
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted May 8 - 6:34 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake Community College President Greg Peterson told the 2026 graduating class on Friday that he has "no doubt you will continue to achieve great things."
Utahn onboard ship hit with hantavirus outbreak, health department says
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted May 8 - 6:02 p.m. | Save Story
A person from Utah is onboard a cruise ship that experienced an outbreak of Hantavirus.
Ogden Valley wrestling with funding shortfall, specter of 519% tax hike
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted May 8 - 5:04 p.m. | Save Story
Officials in Ogden Valley, the new Weber County city, are wresting with a funding shortfall of $2.2 million more and the specter of a 519% property tax hike.
Robinson preliminary hearing delayed until July; cameras will be allowed in courtroom
Pat Reavy, KSL | Updated May 8 - 4:36 p.m. | Save Story
Tyler Robinson's preliminary hearing has been postponed until July, but the judge will continue to allow cameras in Robinson's court hearings.
Environment »
Cox stresses efforts to protect Great Salt Lake amid intense data center debate
- Box Elder data center organizers withdraw water rights application, nulling protest letters
- Lake Powell projected to have worst snowmelt on record; Utah rivers not far behind
- Box Elder County data center opponents pursuing ballot initative to challenge plans
- Brazil's Lula visits Trump in Washington seeking to avert new US trade tariffs
Police & Courts »
Handwriting on newly released note matches one found after Epstein's death, experts say
- Man sentenced to jail after causing crash that killed passenger after racing on the freeway
- Man arrested in Grand County sent to prison for smuggling teens
- Judge rules humanities grant terminations by DOGE were unlawful, discriminatory
- Unlicensed motorcyclist arrested following chase reaching 123 mph, troopers say
Politics »
Handwriting on newly released note matches one found after Epstein's death, experts say
- US, Iran no closer to ending war as Qatari tanker sails toward Strait of Hormuz
- 'Normies want normal politics': Cox reacts as 6 in 10 Utahns say parties don't represent them
- Trump is lifting restrictions on hunting in national parks, refuges and wilderness areas
- Trump plans to fire FDA chief, sources say
