Biogen reanalyzes studies, presses ahead on Alzheimer’s drug
Biogen Inc. said Tuesday it will seek federal approval for a medicine to treat early Alzheimer’s disease, a landmark step toward finding a treatment that can alter the course of the most common form of dementia. The announcement was a surprise because the drug company earlier this year stopped two studies of the drug when […]7 years ago
‘Just too much’: Meet the uber-rich who want a wealth tax
Some really rich people in the United States think it's time they were taxed more.7 years ago
Ten people charged with violence during Inland Port protest
The Salt Lake County District Attorney's office filed criminal charges against ten people in a July protest over the planned Inland Port.7 years ago
Utah students protest police in McCluskey case
Tuesday marks the anniversary of the murder of Utah track star Lauren McCluskey. Over 100 students protested outside the university president’s office.7 years ago
Facebook ramps up election security efforts ahead of 2020
The creator of Facebook has announced multiple new efforts to thwart the perpetuation of fake news.7 years ago
Utah regulators won’t release reaction to ‘conversion therapy’ rule
The Utah regulatory agency considering a ban on "conversion therapy" is refusing to release a final tally of how many public comments supported the rule.7 years ago
Tornado slams Dallas; tree falls on Arkansas home, killing 1
A tornado struck near Dallas Love Field Sunday night, damaging homes and businesses in Dallas. One death was reported in Arkansas.7 years ago
Look out driverless cars, here comes the autonomous ship
(CNN) — IBM, the company that some of you used to associate with typewriters, hopes to be the first to launch an autonomous ship. The craft would navigate the Atlantic Ocean using only artificial intelligence, and it could be setting sail in the autumn of 2020. Check out the video below!7 years ago
Rep. Elijah Cummings: House observes moment of silence
Maryland Rep. Elijah Cummings died Thursday. His colleagues are remembering a hard-working, dedicated man.7 years ago
Kaysville bishop arrested on suspicion of child pornography
Timothy Hallows, 61, from Kaysville, faces eight charges of enticement of a minor by internet or text. Investigators say they found thousands of images. He has been released from his position as bishop for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.7 years ago
Family Circle magazine to shut down after December issue
(CNN) — Family Circle, the monthly home magazine for women that launched in 1932, will close after its December issue publishes. Parent company Meredith acquired Family Circle from publisher Gruner + Jahr USA in 2005. The magazine has 13 million readers and more than 1 million followers on social media, according to Meredith’s site. The […]7 years ago
Virgin Galactic reveals PASSENGER spacesuits for upcoming spaceflight
Are you ready, Earth? Ready for passenger flight in space? Virgin Galactic is betting the answer is yes, and today they unveiled their passenger spacesuits.7 years ago
Utah-based church opposes state’s LGBTQ conversion therapy ban
A proposed conversion therapy ban in Utah may be derailed after the Church of Jesus of Christ of Latter-day Saints came out Tuesday night in opposition, just months after it said it wouldn't stand in the way of a similar measure under consideration.7 years ago
UDOT: Speed up or move over!
The Utah Department of Transportation is using freeway signs to tell drivers one of two things: speed up, or move over.7 years ago
City in rural Utah gets its first-ever grocery store
Construction began this week on the first grocery store in rural Santaquin, Utah.7 years ago
Russia moves to fill void left by US in northern Syria
CEYLANPINAR, Turkey (AP) — Russia moved to fill the void left by the United States in northern Syria on Tuesday, deploying troops to keep apart advancing Syrian government forces and Turkish troops. At the same time, tensions grew within NATO as Turkey defied growing condemnation of its invasion from its Western allies. Now in its […]7 years ago
Hunter Biden denies wrongdoing in Ukraine, China dealings
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hunter Biden, acknowledging that his family name created business opportunities, rejected assertions by President Donald Trump that he did anything wrong by engaging in foreign work in Ukraine and China. But Biden, the son of former Vice President Joe Biden, conceded that he failed to take into account potential implications for his […]7 years ago
12 Democrats meet for first debate since impeachment inquiry
WESTERVILLE, Ohio (AP) — Joe Biden is facing baseless but persistent allegations of wrongdoing overseas that could undermine his argument that he’s best positioned to defeat the president. Bernie Sanders is recovering from a heart attack that raised questions about his ability to withstand the vigor of a presidential campaign. And Elizabeth Warren is fending […]7 years ago
MeToo leader launches new hashtag to mobilize voters
The founder of #MeToo is using the second anniversary of the movement to launch a new effort intended to mobilize voters heading into the 2020 election. The new hashtag #MeTooVoter was unveiled Tuesday, on the same day as the fourth Democratic presidential debate and reflects frustration among activists that issues of sexual violence and harassment […]7 years ago
Inmate flees drug treatment program in Salt Lake City
PROVO, Utah (AP) — Authorities say a Utah County Jail inmate enrolled in a residential drug treatment program has gone missing in Salt Lake City. The Daily Herald in Provo reported Monday that 26-year-old Ryan Thomas Miller, of Orem, was last seen at the Odyssey House of Utah. Authorities say the Utah County Jail inmate […]7 years ago
Turkey strikes Syria: US takes 2 militants tied to beheadings in Syria
As Turkey continues an air assault against Kurds in northern Syria, the US takes custody of two ISIS fighters known for their beheading videos.7 years ago
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints president to visit Asia on next trip
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will make his next foreign ministry trip to four Asian countries. The church announced Tuesday that Russell M. Nelson will visit Vietnam, Cambodia, Singapore and Indonesia in November. He plans to meet with government and religious leaders in the […]7 years ago
Pac-12 players, coaches briefed on California likeness law
Pac-12 players and coaches heard from Pac-12 Commissioner Larry Scott Tuesday, as he addressed a California law that will allow student-athletes at California colleges to profit from the use of their names starting in 2023.7 years ago
