Utah
Cassidy Wixom, KSL
Ringleader of ‘sprawling’ check fraud scheme handed 9 years in prison
The convicted ringleader of a "sprawling" yearslong check fraud scheme that totaled more than $1.7 million was sentenced last month to nine years in federal prison.9 days ago
Emma Benson, KSL
Butterflies or serious struggles? Gauging your student’s mental health on back-to-school week
For some kids, the hardest part of going back to school isn't finding the right supplies, it's managing the emotions that a new year brings.9 days ago
Annette Campbell, KSL
One year later: Main Street businesses rebuilding after devastating downtown Salt Lake City fire
One year after a devastating fire destroyed five businesses on downtown Salt Lake City's Main Street, signs of recovery are emerging.9 days ago
Shelby Lofton, KSL
Utah ski resorts consider big impacts as Sunshine Protection Act progresses
The Sunshine Protection Act would make daylight saving time permanent year-round. Supporters argue the change would lead to increased outdoor and economic activity in the winter.9 days ago
Emily Ashcraft, KSL
Assisted living center director admits to taking money from deaf tenant
A woman admitted to making purchases totaling thousands of dollars with a deaf man's account without his permission while in a role as executive director at Rosewood Assisted Care in South Salt Lake. She has agreed to pay him back.10 days ago
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL and Carter Williams, KSL
Tornado warning issued in Tooele County; flood warnings in southern Utah
Flash flood warnings were issued across portions of southern Utah on Thursday, including in Springdale and Pine Valley in Washington County.10 days ago
Emily Walker, Deseret News
Utah leaders honor the lives of fallen firefighters
Gov. Spencer Cox ordered that Utah flags fly at half-staff beginning Tuesday, and stay lowered until the last day of internment of two firefighters who died fighting the Widemouth 2 Fire.10 days ago
Emily Ashcraft, KSL
Midvale man who admitted to threatening state employees ordered off social media
A Midvale man who admitted to sending threatening email to government employees will spend a year in jail.10 days ago
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL
Summit County Sheriff’s Office lifts fire evacuations from Henefer
Summit County officials announced that residents in Henefer could return to their homes on Thursday, but warned that evacuations could return.10 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL
Why Utah’s percentage of human-caused fires has fallen well below the national average
Utah is within 100,000 acres of having its worst fire year in terms of acreage lost, but this year likely won't be the worse for human-caused fires.10 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL
Commission OKs proposed tower at Sugar House Zions location, but not full height
A plan to redevelop an existing Zions Bank branch location within the heart of Sugar House received the green light to move forward, but it might not be as tall as developers envisioned.10 days ago
Eric Cabrera
More than football: American Samoa powerhouse brings culture, connection to Utah players
The Tafuna High School football team, a six-time champion in American Samoa, visited West High School recently. The visit offered local Polynesian players a chance to see how Tafuna blends Samoan culture and tradition with football.10 days ago
Lauren Irwin, Deseret News
Utah teen named winner in Trump’s Patriot Games, receives 6-figure prize
Sixteen-year-old Rockwell Myers on Tuesday evening was named the winner among the male athletes who participated in the Patriot Games,10 days ago
Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL
Shoplifting survey points to financial strain as Americans struggle with costs
A new survey suggests some Americans are using an illegal way to stretch their budgets: shoplifting.10 days ago
Eric Cabrera
Mother fears for safety of missing Ogden teen Ziryeah Martinez
Whitlee Martinez is concerned about her missing daughter's safety as police continue their search for 15-year-old Ziryeah Martinez.11 days ago
Don Brinkerhoff, KSL
Coal’s economic impact on Carbon and Emery counties
Carbon and Emery counties would be economically devastated if the Hunter and Huntington coal-powered plants were to shut down, a review by the University of Utah and the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute found.11 days ago
Cassidy Wixom, KSL
Duschene man with ‘long criminal history’ accused of manufacturing bath salts
A Utah man is facing federal and state charges after he was allegedly found to be in possession of the drug known as bath salts.11 days ago
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News
Mike Lee says migrants are exploiting children to cross the border. His new bill wants to change that
Utah Sen. Mike Lee is seeking ways to close what he views as loopholes in federal immigration law that allow adults to take advantage of children to enter the United States illegally.11 days ago
Adam Small, KSL
Great Salt Lake not expected to hit new low in 2026; but what if it does in the future?
At 4,190.4 feet above sea level, Utah's Great Salt Lake is quickly approaching its second-lowest level ever recorded. But on the brighter side, water officials say we'd have already h it a record low if not for the work done by Utahns to conserve.11 days ago
Tim Vandenack, KSL
Utah’s Colombian community seeking donations to help Colombian quake victims
Expatriate Colombians and others of Colombian descent have launched a fundraising drive to help those affected by the powerful earthquake that shook Colombia on Monday.11 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL
Artist behind proposed $55M Grand Liberty Arch says he won’t build it at Utah Capitol
The artist behind a 60-foot arch aimed at celebrating the history of U.S., proposed to be built near the Utah Capitol, said he is pursuing a new location.11 days ago
Annette Campbell, KSL
AAA, Zero Fatalities launch ‘Please Be Patient’ magnet program for teen drivers
AAA Utah and Zero Fatalities are launching a new initiative designed to improve safety for teen drivers by encouraging other motorists to show a little more patience on the road.11 days ago
Cassidy Wixom, KSL
Tremonton parents accused of torture in boy’s death won’t face charges, county says
The Box Elder County Attorney's Office has declined to file felony charges against a Tremonton couple who were initially arrested and accused of child torture that led to the death of their 11-year-old son.11 days ago
