Chicago police seek follow-up interview with Jussie Smollett
Chicago police said Sunday they're still seeking a follow-up interview with Jussie Smollett after receiving new information that "shifted" their investigation of a reported attack on the "Empire" actor.8 years ago
Spiral sculpture graces front of new courthouse in Provo
A towering steel spiral structure that sits in front of the new state courthouse in Provo is the work of an Arizona artist who says he wanted a light and airy piece of art to contrast the courthouse.8 years ago
Church announces communication changes for missionaries
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says missionaries can now communicate with their families weekly, not just on Christmas and Mother's Day.8 years ago
Liberal Dems laud Amazon win, moderates fret leftward drift?
As the liberal flank of the Democratic party celebrates its sudden ascendancy in the party, energized by the new House freshmen pushing the party toward bold policy solutions, others wonder if the Democrats are veering so far left they're about to fall off a cliff.8 years ago
Make El Chapo pay for a border wall? Don’t count on it
After El Chapo's conviction in a drug-trafficking trial that included florid testimony of jewel-encrusted guns, a fleet of cash-laden jets and a personal zoo with roaming big cats, some Americans have floated an idea they see as poetic justice: Why not take some of the Mexican drug lord's billions in ill-gotten gains and make him pay for a border wall?8 years ago
Earthquake and smaller foreshock reported south of Bluffdale
The USGS reported a 3.2 magnitude earthquake just after 5 a.m., what they call a foreshock, just minutes before a larger 3.7 magnitude quake.8 years ago
Opportunity: the little rover that could wraps up Mars mission
Its mission was only supposed to last for 90 days, but the little Mars rover that could, Opportunity, kept knocking for over 14 years.8 years ago
Denver strike ends with teacher raises of up to 11 percent
Denver school administrators and the city's striking teachers reached a tentative deal Thursday to end a three-day educator walkout with a contract agreement that gives teachers raises of 7 to 11 percent, built-in cost-of-living increases and opportunities for future salary hikes.8 years ago
School massacre 1 year later: A time to remember the victims
Thursday's anniversary will primarily be about remembering the 14 students and three staff members who died in the third high-profile mass shooting in Florida since 2016.8 years ago
No escape? El Chapo likely off to ‘prison of all prisons’
In the world of corrections, there are inmates who pose security risks, and then there's "El Chapo."8 years ago
Unhappy with deal, Trump still doesn’t expect a new shutdown
Under mounting pressure from his own party, President Donald Trump appeared to begrudgingly leaning toward accepting an agreement that would head off a threatened second government shutdown but provide just a fraction of the money he's been demanding for his Mexican border wall.8 years ago
Trump says having a dog would feel ‘a little phony’ to him
While he appeared impressed when describing the drug-detecting abilities of German shepherds that work for the U.S. Secret Service, the President made it clear that he can get by in his daily life without the slobbery canine companionship welcomed by many of his predecessors.8 years ago
Rep. Omar apologizes for tweets about support for Israel
WASHINGTON (AP) — Freshman Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar has “unequivocally” apologized for tweets suggesting that members of Congress support Israel because they are being paid to do so, which drew bipartisan criticism and a rebuke from House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The Minnesota Democrat said she had no intention of offending anyone, including Jewish Americans. “We […]8 years ago
Budget deal allows far less money than Trump wanted for wall
Congressional negotiators reached agreement to prevent a government shutdown and finance construction of new barriers along the U.S.-Mexico border, overcoming a late-stage hang-up over immigration enforcement issues that had threatened to scuttle the talks.8 years ago
Ted Bundy’s murderous charm still polarizes, 40 years later
Al Carlisle, a Utah State Prison psychologist who had interviewed Bundy extensively said he knew what he was doing. Charm was one of his weapons, "He believes he's smarter than everybody else and that he's going to play the pieces right, and win the chess game," Carlisle said.8 years ago
Trump tries to turn border debate his way with El Paso rally
President Donald Trump is trying to turn the debate over a wall at the U.S.-Mexico border back to his political advantage as his signature pledge to American voters threatens to become a model of unfulfilled promises.8 years ago
Virginia lawmaker backs off fast track for impeachment bill
A Virginia lawmaker on Monday backed off his plans to swiftly introduce an impeachment bill seeking the ouster of the state's leading black elected official as Democrats struggled to address revelations of past racist behavior and allegations of sexual assault roiling its highest levels of office.8 years ago
Boxer Rocky Lockridge, “Best Cry Ever” meme man, has died at the age of 60
Former super-featherweight boxing champion, also known for the "Best Cry Ever Meme," Rocky Lockridge has died at the age of 60.8 years ago
Bezos tells of Enquirer threats to publish revealing pics
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos says he was the target of "extortion and blackmail" by the publisher of the National Enquirer, which he said threatened to publish revealing personal photos of him unless he stopped investigating how the tabloid obtained his private exchanges with his mistress.8 years ago
John Dingell, longest serving member of Congress, dies at 92
Dubbed "Big John" for his imposing 6-foot-3 frame and sometimes intimidating manner, former Rep. John Dingell who is the longest-serving member of Congress has died.8 years ago
Fire at Brazilian soccer team complex leaves 10 dead, 3 hurt
A fire tore through the sprawling training complex of one of Brazil's biggest soccer clubs, killing 10 people and leaving three injured teenagers in Rio de Janeiro, firefighters said.8 years ago
59 new emoji are making their way to your keyboard
There are 59 new emoji that will be making their way to your keyboard this year with new characters focused on accessibility as well as a few fun additions.8 years ago
Drive for show, putt for dough!
One lucky Jazz fan from last night made the most of the team's timeout! Andrew Andreasen channeled his inner tiger woods and sunk 5 putts during last nights game to win him a cool $8,850.8 years ago
