Utah
TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer
Mitchell, Jazz back Westbrook, say Utah won’t condone racism
A day after the Oklahoma City Thunder standout directed vulgar comments — which were captured on video and went viral — toward two fans, the Utah Jazz responded by banning a fan from their arena. Westbrook also got support from Jazz star Donovan Mitchell, who said it wasn't the first time a racially motivated event happened at a Jazz game.5 years ago
Mark Oliver
“Cold” host Dave Cawley shares his theory on what happened to Susan Powell
Dave Cawley, host of Cold, shares his theory on what happened to Susan Powell and the role her husband Josh played in her disappearance.5 years ago
Kira Hoffelmeyer
Evacuation orders lifted for gas line break in Salt Lake
Evacuations have been lifted after authorities responded to a natural gas line rupture at 2100 S. and 2100 E. in Salt Lake City.5 years ago
Mark Oliver
Layton students give teacher a hero’s welcome on return from Afghanistan
When Andrew Olson, a teacher, a coach, and a soldier at Northridge High School, came back to his classroom, his students' reactions went viral.5 years ago
Mark Oliver
Utah lawmakers urge Congress to end Daylight Saving Time
Daylight Saving Time could become a thing of the past if Utah U.S. Rep. Rob Bishop's Daylight Act passes through Congress.5 years ago
Becky Bruce
Fan in viral video with Russell Westbrook gets lifetime ban from Jazz
The Utah Jazz and the Larry H. Miller Group, which owns the Jazz, say it will ban the fan who exchanged words with NBA star Russell Westbrook.5 years ago
Becky Bruce
Utah students protest after fall of conversion therapy bill
Protesters have called on Utah state leaders to denounce homophobia and transphobia after the collapse of a measure banning LGBTQ conversion therapy.5 years ago
Mary Richards and Becky Bruce
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.5 years ago
Kelli Pierce
House passes bill raising taxes on vaping 86 percent
The 86 percent tax on vaping and e-cigarettes would be similar to what the state currently puts on other non-traditional tobacco products.5 years ago
Mary Richards and Cleon Wall
Westbrook, Jazz fan each explain their side in confrontation
Video shows Oklahoma City Thunder star Russell Westbrook berating, swearing at and threatening to fight a Utah Jazz fan and his wife at a game Monday night.5 years ago
Kira Hoffelmeyer
Salt Lake City mayor files lawsuit challenging Inland Port Authority
Salt Lake City Mayor Jackie Biskupski filed a lawsuit Monday challenging the Utah Inland Port Authority.5 years ago
Jay Mcfarland
OPINION: These dangers should be common sense, but apparently they’re not.
Jaymac believes there should be some dangers that are just common sense, but we still read stories of people getting hurt in preventable situations.5 years ago
Mark Oliver
A woman jumped a zoo safety barrier for a selfie with a jaguar. It didn’t end well.
A caged jaguar attacked a woman who jumped the zoo's safety barrier to get a selfie, prompting a public outcry over the zoo safety and the woman's behavior.5 years ago
Mark Oliver
Herriman Council member: why West Salt Lake County is talking about secession
A bill that would have allowed West Salt Lake County communities to secede without the east side's support has been shot down. What's next?5 years ago
Associated Press
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.5 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Homeless shelters for the sick could get state aid under new bill
Small homeless shelters that care for the dying and severely ill could soon apply for state grants under a new bill making its way through the Utah House.5 years ago
Colby Walker
Viral #trashtag trend cleaning up cities
The viral hashtag #trashtag is trending after Byron Román posted on Facebook on March 5th suggesting teens take selfies making the world a better place.5 years ago
Mary Richards and Paul Nelson
Police: Murray homeowner shoots, kills intruder
Officers are identifying the man who reportedly broke into a Murray home before being shot by the homeowner.5 years ago
Mary Richards
Historic moments continue as entire Church leadership gathers in Rome
On Monday, every member of the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gathered together in the visitors center of the newly dedicated Rome Temple.5 years ago
Associated Press
Salt Lake City shelter closure spurs homelessness concerns
Ogden officials are bracing for an influx of homeless people later this year when The Road Home shelter in Salt Lake City is scheduled to close.5 years ago
Associated Press
Utah man jailed without bond in stabbing death of his wife
Jose Gutierrez-Torres had been in the hospital since March 3 after he allegedly tried to slash his own throat. He was released and booked into county jail.5 years ago
Associated Press
Utah flag could get redesign under legislative proposal
Utah lawmakers are considering forming a commission to come up with new designs for a state flag that hasn’t been changed in more than 120 years.5 years ago
Associated Press
Utah beats UCLA 92-81, clinches Pac-12 no. 3 seed
Utah’s evolution into one of the most dangerous teams from the perimeter in the Pac-12 paid huge dividends in the team’s regular-season finale.5 years ago
