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Utah launches statewide turf grass buyback program as it seeks water-use reformation
This year's record snowpack has drastically reduced a drought that really began to impact Utah by the end of spring three years ago.12 months ago
Man taking family camping near Utah Lake hit and killed; driver criminally charged
The driver of a pickup truck who police say hit and killed a man while on a dirt road in Utah County on Friday night is now facing criminal charges.1 year ago
Crime victims sue Utah, saying violent inmates were released but not supervised
A new lawsuit contends the Utah Department of Corrections inappropriately releases violent criminals who were not properly supervised and end up committing murder and other violent crimes.1 year ago
Local artist hopes Provo Airport mural will get more people interested in the art of stained glass
PROVO, Utah — Colored light filters in from all the windows at the Gomms’ house and stained glass artwork peeks out from every corner. Jeanne Gomm is often hard at work, cutting and grinding glass in her home-based studio in Provo, laying out pieces of glass, turning amorphous colorful shapes into beautiful landscapes. Gomm recently […]1 year ago
Canoemobile program gives students a new way of looking at the Jordan River
Wilderness Inquiry's Canoemobile isn't your usual van down by the river — this one comes with a trailer carrying pounds of gear and strapped with canoes.1 year ago
Former NASCAR great Kyle Petty hosts annual charity ride through Utah, Nevada
What began as a cross-country ride from California to North Carolina in 1995, Kyle Petty's Charity Ride Across America has grown into an annual event; and it's passing through Utah's majestic landscapes for the second year in a row.1 year ago
Utah judge considers delay on law requiring abortions to happen in hospitals
A Utah judge is now considering a request from Planned Parenthood to place an injunction on a law that would ban abortions from taking place in clinics, saying a written decision will be issued early next week.1 year ago
‘Hope is on the way’: Mike Pence tells Utahns an ‘American comeback’ is on the horizon
Former Vice President Mike Pence told several Utah lawmakers and business leaders he believes the Biden administration has "weakened America at home and abroad," but hinted that change is coming.1 year ago
Man injured in cougar attack in Spanish Fork Canyon, deputies say
A 70-year-old man was attacked by a cougar in Spanish Fork Canyon Thursday afternoon, and sheriff's deputies are warning people to stay away from the area.1 year ago
Why the IOC may have a ‘hard time saying no’ to Salt Lake City as it files Olympic bid
Fraser Bullock says the Salt Lake City-Utah Committee for the Games should have about 95% of its official proposal to host the 2030 Winter Olympics and Paralympics ready by the end of next month.1 year ago
Crime in Salt Lake City is down, but city officials renew call for proper gun storage
On the heels of a tragic fatal shooting of a teen girl by her brother in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, city leaders continue to encourage parents to educate their children about guns and for gun owners to properly store their weapons so they don't end up in the hands of someone who shouldn't have them.1 year ago
Utah high school teacher accused of hitting student after drinking that morning
A high school teacher was arrested Wednesday after students say he got angry and hit a student and police say he had been drinking.1 year ago
Former Vice President Mike Pence to meet with Utah business leaders Friday
Former Vice President Mike Pence will meet with Utah business leaders in Salt Lake City on Friday. Pence's visit comes as he is seen as a potential challenger to his former running mate Donald Trump.1 year ago
Man charged with attempted murder in attack on 2 Moab dog walkers
A man was charged Wednesday with attempted murder and other charges after police say he attacked two people who were walking their dogs in Moab, stabbing one of the victims.1 year ago
As Utah’s ‘FrontRunner 1.0’ turns 15, UTA envisions a bright future for ‘FrontRunner 2.0’
FrontRunner began service 15 years ago Wednesday. Utah transit officials say future projects will increase the service's frequency and help it run all days of the week.1 year ago
‘There is no excuse’: Advocates call for better sexual violence prevention, community support
The last Wednesday of April is reserved for denim — to recognize survivors of sexual violence.1 year ago
Lake Powell could rise 50 to 90 feet over the next few months
Federal water managers say they believe Lake Powell will rise anywhere between 50 and 90 feet this spring and summer after the nation’s second-largest reservoir dropped to its all-time low again earlier this year.1 year ago
Woman accused of spending thousands of elderly father’s money on trips, cosmetic surgery
SOUTH JORDAN — A woman accused of spending tens, and possibly hundreds, of thousands of dollars of her elderly father’s retirement money on items such as airfare, travel and cosmetic surgery has been arrested. Athena Crane Monson, 54, was arrested by South Jordan police on Tuesday at the Salt Lake International Airport as she returned […]1 year ago
Utah still has the highest population of children in the US — but they’re growing up
Utah's population continues to have the largest percentage of children in the nation; however, that percentage continues to decline, matching trends in other states, according to recently released Census Bureau estimations.1 year ago
Drunken Utah man was speeding with grandson in car when he caused fatal crash, charges say
A West Jordan man, 72, who police say was driving nearly 100 mph on an off-ramp while intoxicated when he struck another vehicle, has been charged in connection with the other driver's death.1 year ago
Utah Supreme Court cancels oral arguments in lawsuit challenging state’s abortion ban
Utah's Supreme Court canceled oral arguments in Planned Parenthood's lawsuit against the state's abortion ban, asking both sides to weigh in on a new legislative rule change.1 year ago
Police: Utah man jailed again for inappropriate conduct with teen girl
An Ephraim man convicted of engaging in unlawful sexual conduct with a teen girl is in trouble again after police say he started a sexual relationship with another teenage girl just one month after getting out of jail.1 year ago
Man killed in shootout with West Jordan police had long criminal history
West Jordan police say a man killed during an exchange of gunfire with officers over the weekend had an extensive criminal history and had been arrested by officers just last week.1 year ago
