University of Utah among 45 colleges under federal investigation

Photo gallery: Blood moon lunar eclipse from around the world

Isaac Hale, Deseret News  |  Posted March 14 - 6:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

On Thursday night and through the early morning hours of Friday, the first lunar eclipse since 2022 took place, one of three total lunar eclipse events lined up for 2025 and 2026.

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Stuck NASA astronauts one step closer to home after SpaceX crew-swap launch

Joey Roulette, Reuters  |  Posted March 14 - 6:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

NASA and SpaceX on Friday launched a long-awaited crewed rocket that will let them bring home U.S. astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, stuck on the International Space Station for nine months.

US Senate passes bill to avert shutdown; House Democrats turn on Schumer

Richard Cowan and Bo Erickson, Reuters  |  Updated March 14 - 5:39 p.m.  |  Save Story

The U.S. Senate on Friday passed a stopgap spending bill, averting a partial government shutdown, after Democrats backed down in a standoff with the Trump administration.

'Ted Lasso' is coming back

Alicia Rancilio, Associated Press  |  Posted March 14 - 4:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

It's been two years since we last heard from Ted Lasso but the show is officially set to return for a fourth season. Apple TV+ announced the beloved character's return on Friday.

New crisis center in South Salt Lake to provide 'timely access' to mental health care

Emma Benson, KSL-TV  |  Posted March 14 - 4:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Huntsman Mental Health Institute's $60 million facility, officially titled the Kem and Carolyn Gardner Mental Health Crisis Care Center, will be open for adults, 24/7, with a focus on de-escalation.

Have You Seen This? Dog uses only two legs to walk in the snow

Matt Brooks, KSL.com  |  Posted March 14 - 3:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

A dog in upstate New York has its own way of walking through the snow.

Driver dies, passenger injured after semitruck tips over on I-80 near Grantsville

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Updated March 14 - 3:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

A truck driver died in a crash on I-80 near Grantsville Wednesday night.

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How a small Utah college is paving the way for future students and athletes

Snow College  |  Posted March 14 - 3:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

As the 2024-2025 regular season draws to a close, the Badgers have showcased exceptional performance, achieving a program-record 29 wins, culminating a 22-game win streak, and finishing the season No.1 in NJCAA.

State investigators help contractors stay compliant

Matt Gephardt, KSL-TV  |  Posted March 14 - 2:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

The home renovation season is knocking but are the contractors at your door actually licensed? State investigators are cracking down.

Utah's strong trade relationship with Ireland highlighted by visit from Irish minister of state

Caitlin Keith, Deseret News  |  Posted March 14 - 2:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

Telling Utah business leaders to "Let geography not be the barrier for companies," Alan Dillon, the minister of state at Ireland's Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment, spoke at the World Trade Center Utah on Thursday.

140 inmates treated for scabies after 1 tests positive at Utah State Prison

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted March 14 - 1:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

Inmates in two sections of the Utah State Prison are being treated for scabies after one inmate tested positive. Some areas are temporarily closed to visitors and volunteers.

Driver killed in crash near Lake Point identified as West Valley man

Collin Leonard, KSL.com  |  Updated March 14 - 12:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

Troopers identified the man who died Wednesday in a car crash on eastbound I-80 near Lake Point as a 66-year-old from West Valley City.

Salt Lake officer not legally justified in shooting man's hand, but won't face charges

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Updated March 14 - 12:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Salt Lake police officer was not legally justified in shooting a wanted man's hand but he won't face any charges, the district attorney announced Friday.

Utahn convicted of murder is arrested 2nd time since being paroled

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted March 14 - 12:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

A man who served more than 20 years in prison on an aggravated murder conviction has been arrested for the second time since being paroled and is accused of sexually abusing young girls.

Box Elder County judge resigns after being charged with enticing minors

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted March 14 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A courts spokesperson confirms Kevin Christensen resigned from his position in Utah's 1st District Justice Court after being charged with eight felonies and accused of enticing minors on a chat app.

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Is California's Gavin Newsom an opportunist or a new breed of Democrat?

Jennifer Graham, Deseret News  |  Posted March 14 - 11:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

The California governor has a new podcast in which he's engaging with Republicans.

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Start spring right: How Young Automotive Group and Goldenwest Credit Union can help you 'Find Your Gold'

Young Automotive Group and Goldenwest Credit Union  |  Posted March 14 - 11:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

At Young Automotive Group dealerships across Utah, Idaho and Montana, this time of year marks the start of an exciting promotion — the Find Your Gold sales event.

2 women hit, injured downtown while crossing the street

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Posted March 14 - 11:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

A vehicle hit two women who were crossing the street after the driver failed to yield to the pedestrians.

Happy National Pi Day! Here are some of the best deals on pizza and pie

Margaret Darby, Deseret News  |  Posted March 14 - 10:50 a.m.  |  Save Story

March 14 (3/14) is the day we celebrate the mathematical constant pi — 3.14. In honor of the holiday, restaurants across the country offer deals and freebies on pizza and pie.

Utah Royals focused on details, individual improvement in 2nd year back

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted March 14 - 10:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

Coenraets and the Royals are trying to build a sustainable system of communication and trust that has often belied teams in the NWSL, even in Utah.

Utah Legislature cracks down on youth marriage amid polygamy lawsuits

Brigham Tomco, Deseret News  |  Posted March 14 - 10:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

SB76, awaiting the governor's signature, would prohibit a juvenile court from authorizing the marriage of a minor if there is an age difference of more than four years.

Utah mom who took bath with infant charged with manslaughter in baby's death

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted March 14 - 9:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

An Eagle Mountain woman who allegedly fell asleep in the bathtub with her infant daughter on top of her was charged Friday with manslaughter in the baby's drowning death.

Provo Canyon road now open, but delays expected after closure for plows, 3-vehicle crash

Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com  |  Updated March 14 - 9:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

A crash with three vehicles blocked state Route 189 up Provo Canyon toward Heber City on Friday morning. The road opened shortly before 9 a.m. but delays are still expected.