Legislature may bring back food tax in a special session
Republican leaders said they were still committed to tax reform, but this is the first time anyone has publicly said the food tax was on the table.8 years ago
Lauren’s Law, gun bill inspired by slain student, rejected again
"Lauren's Law," named for slain student Lauren McCluskey, would have made it a felony for a gun owner if the weapon was borrowed out and used in a crime.8 years ago
Blacks, Hispanics breathe more pollution than they make
While other studies have shown minorities living with more pollution, this study is one of the first to combine buying habits and exposure into one calculation of inequity.8 years ago
Pope Francis and President Nelson hold historic Vatican meeting
For the first time in history, the president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the pope, the leader of the Catholic church, have met.8 years ago
Facebook to target vaccine misinformation in pages, groups, ads
"These Groups and Pages will not be included in recommendations or in predictions when you type into Search," Facebook officials said in a statement.8 years ago
Anti-vaxxers’ adult son gets measles; has message for the world
Joshua Nerius texted his mom after a doctor said his high fever and rash looked a lot like the measles. Had he been vaccinated? No, he learned.8 years ago
High schoolers shovel neighbor’s driveway so she can get to dialysis
A snowstorm was no obstacle to four New Jersey teens, who got up at 4:30 am to shovel the driveway of a neighbor who needed dialysis.8 years ago
Asbestos found in Claire’s cosmetics, FDA says
The FDA advised consumers not to use three Claire's brand cosmetic products - an eye shadow, contour and powder - after tests found they contained asbestos.8 years ago
People leaving polygamy closer to crime-victim fund access
The measure approved by a Senate panel allows victims of bigamy and polygamy to apply for assistance grants through the Utah Office for Victims of Crime.8 years ago
Obama says he based decisions on ‘facts, reason and logic’
Former President Barack Obama's comments drew applause from a crowd of about 9,000 people at a business conference in Salt Lake City.8 years ago
Luke Perry, heartthrob on ‘90210,’ dies at 52 after stroke
Born and raised in rural Fredericktown, Ohio, Luke Perry gained fame as Dylan on "Beverly Hills, 90210," which ran from 1990 to 2000.8 years ago
Earthquake near Colorado/Utah border rattles Moab, Monticello
The United States Geological Survey pinpoints the earthquake's epicenter as about 57 kilometers north of Dove Creek, Colorado, which is southeast of Moab.8 years ago
Utes extend contract of Kyle Whittingham through 2023
Kyle Whittingham has signed a contract extension that will keep him at the U. through 2023, the school's athletic director said.8 years ago
Superintendent named for Dinosaur National Monument
The previous superintendent at Dinosaur National Monument left in 2018 for a similar role at Buffalo National River in Arkansas.8 years ago
Rockslide closes Moab road with “rocks the size of motorhomes”
The Utah Highway Patrol says rocks "the size of motorhomes" have closed S.R. 128 in a rockslide near Moab early Sunday morning.8 years ago
BYU Police Department decertified by the state
The Utah Department of Public Safety has decertified the BYU Police Department, though the department will remain active while appealing.8 years ago
Sandy utility director put on leave after water contamination
Sandy City's Director of Public Utilities, Tom Ward, announced he will take an administrative leave as the city investigates the water contamination from last week.8 years ago
Utah missionary killed in Dominican Republic fall
The 18-year-old missionary, Elder Brennan Conrad of Hyde Park, has died after falling off the roof of his Dominican Republic apartment building.8 years ago
Ford recalls 1.5M pickups that can downshift without warning
Ford is recalling nearly 1.5 million pickup trucks in North America because the transmissions can suddenly downshift into first gear.8 years ago
Auto shop owner talks unexpected Susan Powell connection
Police records obtained by Cold show Dave Lindell offered the brother-in-law of Susan Powell $100 for his 1997 Ford Taurus, which they later seized.8 years ago
Intense snow accumulations cause rare Utah school closures
With snow falling at a rate of one to two inches per hour, a number of Utah school districts made the rare decision to close school or delay opening.8 years ago
Panel approves message that Utah doesn’t need new gun laws
A panel of lawmakers signed off Tuesday on a declaration that Utah doesn't need new gun-control measures like a so-called red flag law.8 years ago
Utah football standout shines in Super Bowl ad
The highlight of a widely-seen Super Bowl ad for the NFL's 100th season was a Utah native who has made headlines as a young female football phenomenon.8 years ago
