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Man charged with arson in Spokane, Washington, told police he planned wildfire for weeks
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Trump signs 2 immigration actions to limit birthright citizenship and curb 'birth tourism'
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More than a 'traditional park'? Salt Lake City unveils final vision for Fleet Block open space
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Video shows fire threatening building in Riverdale along I-84
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McConnell says he's leaving rehabilitation center to continue recovery at home
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Utah News
Jury convicts former Utah Senate candidate in sexual abuse trial
After deliberating for less than five hours, a Utah County jury found Brandon Beckham, 50, guilty on two felony counts of forcible sexual abuse. Beckham was acquitted on a third count of forcible sexual abuse.
Man crashes car at 200 mph during Bonneville Speed Week, causing critical injuries
A man was hospitalized in critical condition after crashing at over 200 mph while racing on the Bonneville Salt Flats Thursday morning.
Charges filed in Costco 'tap-to-pay fraud scheme'
A California man accused of attempting to buy Nintendo and Apple products at nine Costco stores in Salt Lake and Utah County with stolen bank card numbers is now facing charges.
Over 20 Republicans join Sen. Lee's bid to cancel recess unless Senate passes SAVE Act
Nearly two dozen Republican senators have publicly backed Sen. Mike Lee's bid to cancel or delay the annual August recess unless they pass SAVE, Lee's proof-of-citizenship and voter ID bill.
Utah, feds launch $18M recovery effort in Beaver area; Widemouth 2 Fire grows
The U.S. Forest Service announced it is committing $9.2 million to recovery efforts following the Cottonwood Fire, which burned over 97,400 acres in and around Fishlake National Forest
Utah man killed in Twin Falls shooting was 'everybody's hero,' family says
The family of a Utah man killed in Saturday's mass shooting in Twin Falls, Idaho, said he was a talented artist, devoted husband, an Air Force veteran and someone who made everyone around him feel valued.
Utah Traffic + Weather
Europe heat wave puts all major Italian cities on red alert as Austria sets heat record
Italy has placed all major cities under the highest heat alert as Europe faces a severe heat wave.
Wildfire prevention emerges as a rare bipartisan priority in Congress
With wildfire raging across the West, blind to the political affiliations of those who are affected, lawmakers in Congress from both sides of the aisle are racing to find a solution.
Sevier County residents watch skies, hillside as Widemouth 2 Fire approaches
Residents expressed concerns about smoke and the approaching Widemouth 2 Fire on Tuesday as crews said the massive wildfire had expanded to more than 79,000 acres.
'Super El Niño' is coming. What does that mean for Utah ski resorts?
Weather forecasters are looking ahead as the odds of a strong to historic El Niño are growing. Some are already dubbing it a "Super El Niño."
2026 lining up to be one of the worst years for wildfire damage in Utah
The Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands said 2026 has become the second-worst year for wildfire damage in Utah history.
What do you want to know about the Great Salt Lake?
The members of the Great Salt Lake Collaborative are hoping you can tell us what types of stories you'd like us to cover in the future.
Breaking News
Teen boy in critical condition after fall at Deer Creek
A boy was hospitalized after an accident at Deer Creek State Park Thursday afternoon.
Washington Terrace fire torches 45 acres, forces home evacuations
A mandatory evacuation was lifted for residents near Washington Terrace after a brush fire began threatening homes on Monday afternoon.
Beaver County Commission declares state of emergency after fires, flooding
The Beaver County Commission declared a state of emergency for Beaver County on Tuesday following a spate of wildfires and flooding.
Body of missing man found in Tibble Fork Reservoir
SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah County Sheriff’s Office recovered the body of a missing man from Tibble Fork Reservoir. The adult male in his 20’s went missing just before 6 p.m. on Sunday, according to the sheriff’s office. First responders began searching the area soon after the man went missing. The sheriff’s […]
State revokes license of Provo Canyon School's Provo campus amid lawsuit, abuse allegations
Provo Canyon School's Provo campus license was revoked Friday by the state of Utah following continued allegations of abuse and numerous compliance citations.
Trump shrinks sizes of Bears Ears, Grand Staircase-Escalante monuments — again
President Trump has signed an executive order once again reducing the size of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments.
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A new standard of care: How Harper Clinic's IOP is changing the face of mental health treatment in Utah
As demand for mental health care continues to rise across Utah County, Orem's Harper Clinic says it is trying to close the gap with a more comprehensive approach to mental health treatment.
Breaking free from depression: How Harper Clinic's TMS Therapy can help
Breaking free from depression: How Harper Clinic's TMS Therapy can help.
National News
Over 20 Republicans join Sen. Lee's bid to cancel recess unless Senate passes SAVE Act
Nearly two dozen Republican senators have publicly backed Sen. Mike Lee's bid to cancel or delay the annual August recess unless they pass SAVE, Lee's proof-of-citizenship and voter ID bill.
Europe heat wave puts all major Italian cities on red alert as Austria sets heat record
Italy has placed all major cities under the highest heat alert as Europe faces a severe heat wave.
Jalapeños linked to a US salmonella outbreak are tracked to a Mexican farm and a distributor
Federal officials have traced a multistate salmonella outbreak to jalapeño peppers from a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico.
New kind of flu shot is on the way as the FDA approves Moderna's mRNA-based vaccine
The FDA has approved a new flu vaccine for older people, the first made with the same mRNA technology that was key to ending the COVID-19 pandemic.
Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer COVID questions
A Senate committee has voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress and refer him to the Justice Department for potential prosecution over his refusal to answer questions at a hearing last week focused on his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Senate confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director, bringing new leadership to troubled agency
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
KSLSports.com
Wayshawn Parker is chasing 1,200 yards; Utah is measuring something bigger
The rushing goal belongs on the billboard. Utah’s season may be decided by how well Wayshawn Parker handles everything written beneath it.
What caught my attention on Day 1 of BYU football fall camp
Notes and observations from day one at Camp Kalani.
Salt Lake Bees George Klassen named PCL Pitcher of the Month
Los Angeles Angels prospect George Klassen went 3-0 with a 2.48 ERA and 38 strikeouts in six July starts for the Salt Lake Bees, earning PCL Pitcher of the Month honors.
Unloading the notebook: Utah football’s assistant coach availability
Utah football's assistant coach availability produced several meaningful updates, here are the notes that stood out from Wednesday.
BYU football adds three-star running back for 2026 season
BYU adds another ball carrier to the program.
