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How 2 sisters’ BYU basketball attendance is bringing people together

Two sisters, Dixie Grimmett and Penny Spresser, are beloved BYU basketball fans.
6 months ago

FBI raids home of Washington Post reporter as part of investigation into leaked information

The FBI conducted a raid at the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of a broader investigation into the leak of classified government information, Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed on Wednesday.
6 months ago

Why the ‘one big, beautiful bill’ looms large over legislative sessions in the West

Lawmakers in Arizona and Idaho launched their 2026 legislative sessions on Monday grappling with the same historical shift in revenue that will shape Utah’s budget debate starting next week: the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
6 months ago

Utah students threatened during campus debate, as state eyes more money for security

An individual allegedly made threats at the University of Utah during a debate, and then proceeded to gesture his hands in the motion of cocking a rifle aimed at students, according to a video recording of the event and police reports.
6 months ago

Unanchored: Addressing the disconnect among American men

Utah symposium explores masculinity, men’s place in society
6 months ago

The year the PG movie thrived

Hollywood owes a thank you to Gen Alpha (kids 12 and younger) for fueling a PG movie box-office boost.
6 months ago

Congress rejects Trump’s $1 billion cut to National Park Service in latest spending bill

The National Park Service will maintain its current budget after congressional appropriators rejected a request from President Donald Trump to slash the agency’s budget by $1 billion for the 2026 fiscal year.
6 months ago

Will Salt Lake City be a hot spot to buy a home in the new year?

Salt Lake City ranks among the nation's 10 "Top Housing Hot Spots" for 2026, according to the National Association of Realtors.
7 months ago

Utah lawmakers to push for permanent ban on youth transgender treatments amid criticism of state report

Utah lawmakers plan to replace a moratorium on gender transition treatments for minors with a permanent ban during the 2026 legislative session, according to state House Speaker Mike Schultz.
7 months ago

‘Antiques Roadshow’ came through Utah — and found a book worth 6 figures

A 6-figure appraisal in Salt Lake City will have the spotlight during the Season 30 premiere of ‘Antiques Roadshow’ Monday night.
7 months ago

Which residents pay more at the pump due to gas taxes?

Utah, according to the State Tax Commission, recorded its highest rate of state gas taxes at 38.5 cents per gallon in 2025, but the rate is expected to drop come Jan. 1 to 37.9 cents.
7 months ago

Former 9-term congressman Rob Bishop running for Utah legislative seat

Former U.S. Rep. Rob Bishop said he intends to return to Utah politics with a 2026 campaign for state Legislature.
7 months ago

President Jeffrey R. Holland hospitalized

President Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles is in the hospital due to "ongoing health complications," the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said in a statement Wednesday.
7 months ago

The Utah Grizzlies won’t be playing until further notice. Here’s why

Hockey players for the Utah Grizzlies are going on strike.
7 months ago

Court blocks Trump homelessness plan, creates uncertainty for Utah ‘central campus’ funding

President Donald Trump’s overhaul of federal homeless services faced a setback on Friday that could jeopardize funding Utah’s massive central homelessness campus.
7 months ago

Mike Lee pulls amendment that caused stir over national parks management

Sen. Mike Lee on Thursday pulled an amendment over national parks management that caused a stir.
7 months ago

Celebrate Christmas with these books by authors with Utah ties

Looking for a festive holiday read? These authors with ties to Utah have written some very merry Christmas books
7 months ago

Divorced or separated? Some advice on handling the holidays

Co-parenting can be new to anyone who is divorced or separated. Sometimes people just need a little advice how to handle the holidays in that part of life...
7 months ago

Senate committee advances proposal to transfer Forest Service land to Utah ski resort

The small ski town of Brian Head could get bigger after a bill was advanced transferring two dozen acres of federal land to be used for public purposes.
7 months ago

What’s the Trump administration doing to help college aspirants make informed money decisions?

The Education Department is now disclosing institutions where graduates earn, on average, less than high school grads.
7 months ago

New report outlines the crisis on the Colorado River and the ongoing threats

Called “Colorado River Insights 2025: Dancing with Deadpool,” the report details a dire assessment of the basin’s worsening crisis and offers options for reform.
7 months ago

Company uncovers bevy of critical and rare earth minerals in Utah County

The discovery by Ionic Mineral Technologies strengthens U.S. critical and rare earth mineral supply amid China's export restrictions.
7 months ago

What the IOC president says about the new name for Utah’s next Olympics

IOC President Kirsty Coventry is sharing her thoughts on the new name for Utah’s next Olympics.
7 months ago

What’s next for expiring subsidies as dueling health care bills fail in Senate?

The failed health care votes leave the chamber without a plan to address the expiring subsidies.
7 months ago