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Greenbike nears its 1 millionth ride — and it's looking forward to many more

Greenbike nears its 1 millionth ride — and it's looking forward to many more

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 9 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Following a robust 2025, Utah's only nonprofit bike share program finds itself nearing a major milestone, a little more than a decade in the making.
Woman critically injured in Provo when she was hit by driver fleeing officers, police say

Woman critically injured in Provo when she was hit by driver fleeing officers, police say

Alex Tumalip, KSL  |  Posted May 9 - 8:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

An elderly woman was critically injured Saturday after a driver fleeing officers hit her head-on in Provo, police say.
Skinwalker Ranch owner calls Pentagon UAP file release 'step in the right direction'

Skinwalker Ranch owner calls Pentagon UAP file release 'step in the right direction'

Andrew Adams, KSL  |  Posted May 9 - 7:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

The UAP files were rolled out on the Department of Defense website on Friday, and it generated a favorable reaction from the owner of Utah's Skinwalker Ranch.
New Utah law raises concerns for those who oppose Box Elder County data center plans

New Utah law raises concerns for those who oppose Box Elder County data center plans

Mike Anderson, KSL  |  Posted May 9 - 6:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new Utah law could add to the challenges faced by several thousand people who wish to oppose plans for a hyperscale data center in Box Elder County.
Pingree Center eyes relocation to provide convenient access to autism services for Utah families

Pingree Center eyes relocation to provide convenient access to autism services for Utah families

Curtis Booker, KSL  |  Posted May 9 - 5:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Carmen B. Pingree Autism Center for Learning will relocate to bring services closer to the families it serves, while boosting care and support.
Mahjong mania: Utah's hottest girls' night trend

Mahjong mania: Utah's hottest girls' night trend

Mindy Dunyon, KSL  |  Posted May 9 - 5:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The American version of a classic Chinese game is quickly gaining traction, bringing groups of women together over the sound of clacking tiles and excited calls of "mahjong!"
'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.