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Driver runs red light, crashes on Bangerter and runs, police say

Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Updated March 23 - 2:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Bangerter Highway was briefly closed at 3500 South in West Valley City due to a crash on Monday. One man was arrested, and one officer suffered injuries while arresting him, police say.

Therapist seeking children with disabilities charged with sexual exploitation

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted March 23 - 1:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Magna man who investigators say is in a position of trust as a therapist of children with disabilities was charged Monday with 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor.

Driver dies in Fruit Heights collision

Payton Davis, KSL  |  Updated March 23 - 1:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man died Sunday morning after his vehicle was engulfed in flames after hitting a retaining wall in Fruit Heights. 

Provo mom seeking apology from young boy is charged with child kidnapping

Pat Reavy, KSL  |  Posted March 23 - 12:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Provo woman accused of taking an 11-year-old boy to her home to make him apologize for bullying her son is now facing a felony child kidnapping charge.

Baja race team may have vandalized Grand County petroglyphs, sheriff's office says

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted March 23 - 10:59 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Grand County Sheriff's Office says it's investigating who damaged ancient petroglyphs at a popular recreation area outside of Moab.

Woman, 75, killed in Magna crash

Payton Davis and Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Updated March 23 - 10:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

A woman, 75, died Sunday after a crash in Magna at the intersection of state Route 201 and state Route 202.

Utah's colleges and universities earning solid 'confidence report card' marks

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted March 23 - 9:59 a.m.  |  Save Story

At a moment when many college campuses are facing disruptions and institutional resets across the nation, Utah remains fairly bullish on higher education.

Same name: This David Bednar is a star pitcher for Team USA

Jason Swensen, Deseret News  |  Posted March 23 - 9:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

A note is posted above the Wikipedia bio of Team USA pitching hero David Bednar: "Not to be confused with Latter-day Saint Apostle David A. Bednar," and for good reason.

Driver shot, injured in overnight Salt Lake shooting

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL  |  Posted March 23 - 8:10 a.m.  |  Save Story

A 22-year-old man was injured in a shooting in Salt Lake City early Monday, according to police.

When it's hot and polluted, suicide numbers climb, University of Utah study finds

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted March 23 - 8:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

As suicide rates have been climbing for several decades and policymakers and others look for tools to identify and protect those at risk, recognizing the impact of heat stress and air pollution could prove helpful.

Going on a hike? Keep your dog on its leash

Hayden Madson, Deseret News  |  Posted March 23 - 7:37 a.m.  |  Save Story

With the months beginning to warm up, hiking trails and other recreating areas are going to start filling up. The Division of Wildlife Resources wants to make sure you keep wildlife and your pets safe.

Snowbasin celebrates, laments disappointing winter on early closing day

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted March 23 - 7:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Snowbasin Resort marked its closing day of the 2025-26 ski season on Sunday.

AI camera use sparks privacy concerns

Deannie Wimmer and Pearl Ashton, KSL  |  Posted March 23 - 6:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Across Utah, AI‑powered license plate readers are becoming a key tool for law enforcement. They help catch dangerous suspects but also raise privacy concerns.

What to do if you encounter a rattlesnake

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted March 22 - 10:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

A 25-year-old mountain biker died earlier this month following complications from a rattlesnake bite sustained during a ride in Southern California in February. Here's what you should do in a rattlesnake encounter.

How this year's historically low snowpack will affect the West

Kevin Lind, Deseret News  |  Posted March 22 - 9:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Without the largest, cheapest "reservoir," Utah water managers expect several impacts this summer.

Utah man describes weeks in immigration custody and a decision he didn't understand

Eric Cabrera, KSL  |  Posted March 22 - 8:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sergio Argañaraz said he was driving through his neighborhood on his way to work when flashing lights appeared behind him. Minutes later, he was in handcuffs.

Utah Valley University receives $500K to expand essential resources for students

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted March 22 - 7:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Valley University Care Hub, which connects students to basic needs and resources, got a significant boost Wednesday with a $500,000 donation.

Man shot, killed by police in Sandy

Payton Davis and Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted March 22 - 6:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Police shot a man multiple times Sunday afternoon in Sandy, killing him.

March Madness and the rise of prediction markets

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted March 22 - 5:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sports betting is booming, especially prediction markets, but the platforms raise ethical, legal questions amid the boom — and many Utahns still don't know what prediction markets are.