Chip away: Cougars slug 4 homers in 2nd win over Utah Valley in a week

Crew McChesney went 3-for-4 with four runs scored and a home run, and 9-hole hitter Chipper Beck slugged two homers as BYU pounded out a 15-7 win over Utah Valley.

UDOT considers extending Mountain View Corridor to south Saratoga Springs

The Utah Department of Transportation is seeking public feedback on extending Mountain View Corridor into southern Saratoga Springs.

How Pope Francis inspired the Olympics

Pope Francis is credited with inspiring the creation of the International Olympic Committee's refugee team.

How Lisa Eccles turned a part-time job into her life's work

In 1989, fresh out of the University of Utah, Lisa Eccles agreed to a part-time job with the charitable foundation. Now she oversees millions in donations annually.

Helicopter pilot killed in Hudson River crash was graduate of SUU aviation program

Sean Johnson, the pilot who was one of six people killed in a recent helicopter crash in New York City, was a former student of Southern Utah University, university officials confirmed.

Gunman in racist attack at a Texas Walmart pleads guilty. Families confront him in court

Victims' relatives and survivors of a racist attack in an El Paso Walmart began sharing their statements in court Monday afternoon could continue through Wednesday. The gunman pleaded guilty.

Man wearing underwear and a mask accused of damaging Homeland Security vehicle in Utah

A man in southern Utah has been arrested and accused of vandalizing a Department of Homeland Security vehicle.

SLC's Open Streets event returns in June with a test of Main Street's potential future

Main Street in downtown Salt Lake City will be closed off to motor vehicles every weekend in June, but there's a new twist as Open Streets returns five years after its creation.

Driver arrested with blood-alcohol level at 0.351% in eastern Utah, police say

A man whose blood-alcohol level was more than seven times the legal limit was arrested in Uintah County over the weekend.

Miller family considering sports and entertainment district in Sandy after RSL purchase

The purchase of Real Salt Lake by the Miller family could lead to a new sports and entertainment district to bring together transit, dining and other amenities in the blocks surrounding America First Field in Sandy.

'We're so proud of them': The deep meaning behind this Utah highway's new name

Utah leaders unveiled new signage Monday for state Route 102, which was renamed this year to honor a family that made the ultimate sacrifice during World War II.

Vernal man charged with firing shots in road rage confrontation

A Vernal man is facing charges accusing him of shooting at another vehicle during a road rage confrontation on Sunday.

Homeland Security Secretary Noem's bag, including $3K in cash, is stolen from DC restaurant

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem fell victim to a thief while eating dinner at a downtown Washington restaurant Sunday night, the secretary confirmed Monday.

Have You Seen This? Avoiding disaster on the I-59

The people who live in Springville, Alabama, seem to be some of the nation's most unflappable drivers.

Student loans in default to be referred to debt collection, Education Department says

The Department of Education will begin collection next month on student loans that are in default, including the garnishing of wages for potentially millions of borrowers, officials said Monday.

Utah officials mull $125M I-84 interchange project in Morgan County amid continued growth

Utah roads officials are mulling a $125 million road project to better link I-84 and Trappers Loop in Morgan County, a site of continued growth.

How this local powersports brand has made a national impact

Consisting of eight dealerships in northern Utah and southern Idaho, Young Powersports' dealerships house machines, gear, parts and accessories from a variety of the industry's most popular brands and manufacturers.

Judge skeptical that Trump's Venezuela deportation notices comply with Supreme Court ruling

A U.S. judge expressed skepticism on Monday that the notice the Trump administration pledged to give Venezuelan migrants before deporting them under a wartime law complied with a Supreme Court order.

Man with history of domestic violence arrests now faces 24 charges

An investigation that started with a "911 hang-up" may have saved the life of a woman, according to prosecutors, and has resulted in numerous charges against her ex-boyfriend.

Jurors now considering whether Lori Daybell conspired with brother to murder her husband

Jurors began deliberations on whether Lori Vallow Daybell conspired to murder her husband, Charles Vallow, following closing arguments on Monday afternoon.

Habitual offender accused of threatening corrections officers days after murder conviction

A former Public Enemy No. 1 convicted last month in the brutal killing of his girlfriend is already facing new charges for allegedly threatening officers at the Utah State Prison.

Crash, car fire briefly closes I-70 in Sevier County

Eastbound I-70 was closed for about 25 minutes in Sevier County on Monday after a vehicle crashed and caught fire.

Hurricane officials weigh in on water conservation plan proposed for new housing developments

Washington County is facing critical water challenges, and local leaders are exploring innovative solutions to manage dwindling resources.

Gov. Cox issues wildfire executive order as Utah prepares for the 'unexpected'

Gov. Spencer Cox issued an executive order Monday that seeks to bolster Utah's wildfire preparedness and coordination ahead of the anticipated fire season.

3 surprising ways to reverse insulin resistance and obesity — 3 is the craziest!

How likely is it that you have insulin resistance? "Pretty likely ,and getting more likely all the time," says Dr. Whit Roberts, D.C. of Health Utah.

How storybooks on gender and sexuality sparked a major religious freedom battle

A Supreme Court case called Mahmoud v. Taylor, which will be heard on Tuesday, puts religious freedom and parental rights in the spotlight.

Drones pose increasing risk to airliners near major US airports

A commercial airliner was on final approach to San Francisco's international airport in November when the crew spotted a drone outside the cockpit window. By then it was too late "to take evasive action," the pilots reported.

'Humility and compassion': Utahns mourn death of Pope Francis

Several prominent Utahns and religious leaders issued statements mourning the death of Pope Francis, recalling the care he showed to marginalized people around the world.

Conner Mantz just misses podium at Boston Marathon, finishing 4th

Mantz finished fourth, while fellow Utah distance running alums Clayton Young and Rory Linkletter each finished in the top 10 of the acclaimed American road race.

Trump stands behind Hegseth after attack plans shared in second Signal chat, White House says

President Donald Trump stands behind U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said on Monday, after reports that he shared details of a March attack on Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis in a message group that included his wife, brother and personal lawyer.

1 dead in police shooting in Farmington

A man was shot and killed by police in Farmington early Monday after officers were called to a report of a man holding a gun to a woman's head.

UVU students providing free dental care to Orem elementary children

For the past three years, juniors and seniors in the UVU dental program have been conducting a mobile clinic for students at Westmore Elementary School.

Just how old is the average first-time US homebuyer?

First-time homebuyers in the United States are older than ever.

Utah's first Olympic gold medalist subject of new film

A prominent Utah director's new film is about a young man who became the first gold medalist from Utah.

You can get the same fast injury diagnosis as professional athletes with a low cost MRI

Thanks to TaylorMED MRI, with state-of-the-art imaging centers, everyone can have access to the same advanced diagnostic technology used by elite athletes — no insurance, no referral, no waiting weeks for approval.

Autism rate continues to rise, CDC says, pointing to greater awareness and better screening

A new study from the CDC shows that the autism diagnosis rate has increased among U.S. children, which experts have largely attributed to better understanding of and screening for the condition.

Congress should spend more money on assistance to the poor and less on foreign aid, Utah voters say

Utah voters believe the federal government should spend more money in several different areas, with foreign aid as a strong exception, according to recent polling.

Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies from stroke, heart failure

Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died of stroke and heart failure, the Vatican said on Monday.