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'Normies want normal politics': Cox reacts as 6 in 10 Utahns say parties don't represent them

'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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.