Utah Congress members sue to try to block new House districts that boost Democrats' chances
Read full article: Utah Congress members sue to try to block new House districts that boost Democrats' chancesTwo Utah Republican Congress members are asking a federal court to block new U.S. House districts that could help Democrats win a Salt Lake City seat.
Top-ranked Arizona withstands late rally by No. 13 BYU to remain unbeaten with 86-83 win
Read full article: Top-ranked Arizona withstands late rally by No. 13 BYU to remain unbeaten with 86-83 winBrayden Burries scored 29 points and made the game-saving block in the final seconds as top-ranked Arizona remained unbeaten by holding off a furious rally from No. 13 BYU for an 86-83 victory.
A man is under arrest for allegedly assaulting US Rep. Maxwell Frost at the Sundance Film Festival
Read full article: A man is under arrest for allegedly assaulting US Rep. Maxwell Frost at the Sundance Film FestivalA man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost at a party during the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah.
Longtime festivalgoers say the final Sundance in Utah may also be their last
Read full article: Longtime festivalgoers say the final Sundance in Utah may also be their lastA common question that has emerged from this year's Sundance Film Festival is: “Will you still go to the festival when it moves to Boulder?”.
AJ Dybantsa scores 43 points to set a BYU freshman record as No. 13 Cougars beat Utah 91-78
Read full article: AJ Dybantsa scores 43 points to set a BYU freshman record as No. 13 Cougars beat Utah 91-78AJ Dybantsa scored 43 points to break BYU’s freshman scoring record, leading the No. 13 Cougars to a 91-78 victory over Utah on Saturday.
Robert Redford remembered for his mentorship of new filmmakers at Sundance gala
Read full article: Robert Redford remembered for his mentorship of new filmmakers at Sundance galaFilmmakers whose careers were shaped by Robert Redford and the Sundance Institute he founded are honoring his legacy at the first Sundance Film Festival since his death.
Channing Tatum, Olivia Wilde and Charli xcx premiere movies at Sundance Film Festival
Read full article: Channing Tatum, Olivia Wilde and Charli xcx premiere movies at Sundance Film FestivalThe Sundance Film Festival is buzzing with excitement as Channing Tatum, Olivia Wilde, and Charli xcx movies premiere back-to-back at the Eccles Theater in Park City, Utah.
Sundance kicks off its last year in Utah with powerful premieres and tributes to Robert Redford
Read full article: Sundance kicks off its last year in Utah with powerful premieres and tributes to Robert RedfordThe Sundance Film Festival has kicked off in Utah, marking the first year without founder Robert Redford.
200 FBS quarterbacks went into portal, and the best ones came out with promises of big paychecks
Read full article: 200 FBS quarterbacks went into portal, and the best ones came out with promises of big paychecksAbout 200 Football Bowl Subdivision quarterbacks had entered the transfer portal by last week’s deadline.
The US is on the verge of losing its measles elimination status. Here's why that matters
Read full article: The US is on the verge of losing its measles elimination status. Here's why that mattersInternational health officials plan to meet in a few months to reevaluate the United States’ measles-free status.
Michigan football HC Kyle Whittingham shares vision for program on podcast with best friend Urban Meyer
Read full article: Michigan football HC Kyle Whittingham shares vision for program on podcast with best friend Urban MeyerKyle Whittingham, head coach of the Michigan Wolverines football team, recently spoke with Urban Meyer, former Ohio State Buckeyes head coach, about his decision to take the Michigan job after stepping down from Utah.
Head coach Kyle Whittingham names Michigan football’s offensive coaches for first season with school
Read full article: Head coach Kyle Whittingham names Michigan football’s offensive coaches for first season with schoolMichigan Wolverines head football coach Kyle Whittingham announced the hiring of his initial offensive coaching staff for his first season with the university.
Tennessee university reinstates professor fired for Charlie Kirk post and settles for $500k
Read full article: Tennessee university reinstates professor fired for Charlie Kirk post and settles for $500kAustin Peay State University has reinstated a professor who was fired for his social media post after the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
‘You’ll become us, we will not become you,’: Kyle Whittingham outlines vision for Michigan football
Read full article: ‘You’ll become us, we will not become you,’: Kyle Whittingham outlines vision for Michigan footballMichigan Wolverines head coach Kyle Whittingham outlined his vision for the football program during his official introduction on Sunday.
Morning 4: Michigan football hires longtime Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham to replace Sherrone Moore
Read full article: Morning 4: Michigan football hires longtime Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham to replace Sherrone MooreMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Kyle Whittingham hired as Michigan football coach, replacing the fired and disgraced Sherrone Moore
Read full article: Kyle Whittingham hired as Michigan football coach, replacing the fired and disgraced Sherrone MooreMichigan has hired Kyle Whittingham as its football coach, giving the former Utah coach a five-year contract to replace the fired and disgraced Sherrone Moore.
Dybantsa gets first BYU triple-double since 2016 to lead No. 10 Cougars past Eastern Washington
Read full article: Dybantsa gets first BYU triple-double since 2016 to lead No. 10 Cougars past Eastern WashingtonAJ Dybantsa had 33 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists to lead No. 10 BYU to a 109-81 victory over Eastern Washington.
Church repatriates sacred rock covered with petroglyphs after 14-year effort
Read full article: Church repatriates sacred rock covered with petroglyphs after 14-year effortA rock covered with petroglyphs created centuries ago by the ancestors of the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation is back home in the mountains of Utah.
Utah's Kyle Whittingham, most successful coach in the football program's history, is stepping down
Read full article: Utah's Kyle Whittingham, most successful coach in the football program's history, is stepping downKyle Whittingham, who with 177 victories is the most successful coach in the history of the Utah football program, will be stepping down after the Utes’ appearance in the Las Vegas Bowl on Dec. 31.
The man accused of killing Charlie Kirk appears in court for 1st time as a judge weighs media access
Read full article: The man accused of killing Charlie Kirk appears in court for 1st time as a judge weighs media accessThe Utah man charged with killing Charlie Kirk has made his first in-person court appearance as his attorneys push to further limit media access in the high-profile criminal case.
Safety volunteer charged in the fatal shooting of a Utah 'No Kings' protester
Read full article: Safety volunteer charged in the fatal shooting of a Utah 'No Kings' protesterProsecutors say a safety volunteer accused of fatally shooting a man participating in a “No Kings” protest in Salt Lake City in June has been charged with manslaughter.
Cooley scores 4 straight goals in 5-point night in Mammoth's 5-1 win over Golden Knights
Read full article: Cooley scores 4 straight goals in 5-point night in Mammoth's 5-1 win over Golden KnightsLogan Cooley scored four straight four goals and had an assist and the Utah Mammoth beat the Vegas Golden Knights 5-1 on Monday night to avenge a home loss four days earlier.
UConn's narrow victory keeps Huskies No. 1 in women's AP Top 25, South Carolina, UCLA and Texas next
Read full article: UConn's narrow victory keeps Huskies No. 1 in women's AP Top 25, South Carolina, UCLA and Texas nextUConn has maintained its top spot in The Associated Press Top 25 women's basketball poll.
Owl partially covered in concrete is cleaned up and recovering after rescue in Utah
Read full article: Owl partially covered in concrete is cleaned up and recovering after rescue in UtahAn owl found partially encased in concrete after it got inside a cement mixer in southwestern Utah is expected to fly free again after it was painstakingly cleaned by animal sanctuary workers who described the bird as a “fighter.”.
George makes late 3 in 2OT, Markkanen scores 47 as Jazz beat Bulls 150-147
Read full article: George makes late 3 in 2OT, Markkanen scores 47 as Jazz beat Bulls 150-147Keyonte George made 3-pointer with 2 seconds remaining in the second overtime, Lauri Markkanen scored 47 points and the Utah Jazz beat the Chicago Bulls 150-147 in the NBA’s highest-scoring game of the season.
BYU guard Kennard Davis Jr. suspended indefinitely for rules violation following arrest
Read full article: BYU guard Kennard Davis Jr. suspended indefinitely for rules violation following arrestBYU guard Kennard Davis Jr. has been suspended for violating team rules after he was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.
FBI says shooter in deadly Michigan church attack was motivated by hatred toward the Mormon faith
Read full article: FBI says shooter in deadly Michigan church attack was motivated by hatred toward the Mormon faithThe FBI has confirmed that the man who opened fire in a Michigan church and set it ablaze was motivated by “anti-religious beliefs” against The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Felony dropped after a man spent a month in a Tennessee jail for a Charlie Kirk post
Read full article: Felony dropped after a man spent a month in a Tennessee jail for a Charlie Kirk postAuthorities in Tennessee have dropped a felony charge against Larry Bushart, who spent over a month in jail for a Facebook post about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing can wear street clothes in court amid 'extraordinary' attention
Read full article: Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing can wear street clothes in court amid 'extraordinary' attentionA Utah judge has ruled that the 22-year-old man charged with killing Charlie Kirk can appear in court wearing street clothes but must be physically restrained due to security concerns.
US man arrested in Scotland and convicted of Utah rape gets at least 5 years in prison
Read full article: US man arrested in Scotland and convicted of Utah rape gets at least 5 years in prisonA U.S. man authorities say faked his death and fled to the United Kingdom to avoid rape charges has been sentenced to at least five years in prison.
No. 15 BYU edges No. 23 Utah 24-21 for third straight Holy War victory
Read full article: No. 15 BYU edges No. 23 Utah 24-21 for third straight Holy War victoryBear Bachmeier had 229 yards of offense while throwing for a touchdown and running for another score to rally No. 15 BYU to a 24-21 victory over No. 23 Utah on Saturday night.
US revokes visas for 6 foreigners over Charlie Kirk-related speech
Read full article: US revokes visas for 6 foreigners over Charlie Kirk-related speechThe Trump administration has revoked the visas of six foreigners deemed by U.S. officials to have made derisive comments or made light of the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk last month.
Democrats could have a slight shot at flipping a US House seat in Utah under a new congressional map
Read full article: Democrats could have a slight shot at flipping a US House seat in Utah under a new congressional mapUtah’s Republican-led Legislature has approved a revised congressional map that could give Democrats an improved chance at flipping a seat as the party fights to topple the GOP’s slim majority in the U.S. House.
Bear Bachmeier throws for career-high 351 yards to lead No. 23 BYU past West Virginia, 38-24
Read full article: Bear Bachmeier throws for career-high 351 yards to lead No. 23 BYU past West Virginia, 38-24Bear Bachmeier threw for a career-high 351 yards and a touchdown to lead No. 23 BYU to a 38-24 victory over West Virginia on Friday night.
Woman who was confronted by Michigan church gunman says she instantly forgave him for killing dad
Read full article: Woman who was confronted by Michigan church gunman says she instantly forgave him for killing dadA woman who was inside a Michigan church when her father and three other people were killed has written a public plea for peace.
Friends of the Michigan church shooting suspect say he long carried hatred toward Mormon faith
Read full article: Friends of the Michigan church shooting suspect say he long carried hatred toward Mormon faithFriends of the man accused of killing four people after opening fire in a Michigan church say he long harbored animosity toward the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints but never made any threats against its members.
Turning Point, moving forward without Charlie Kirk, makes first return to Utah since his killing
Read full article: Turning Point, moving forward without Charlie Kirk, makes first return to Utah since his killingTurning Point USA’s college tour went to Utah for the first time since its founder was assassinated on a college campus in the state earlier this month.
Lawyer for suspect in Charlie Kirk killing wants more time to review 'voluminous' evidence
Read full article: Lawyer for suspect in Charlie Kirk killing wants more time to review 'voluminous' evidenceAn attorney for the 22-year-old man charged with killing Charlie Kirk has asked a judge for more time to review the large amount of evidence before deciding if the defense will seek a preliminary hearing.
Utah Valley University launching review of Charlie Kirk shooting to improve campus security
Read full article: Utah Valley University launching review of Charlie Kirk shooting to improve campus securityUtah Valley University is launching an independent, external review of the fatal shooting of prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk on campus earlier this month to improve its safety practices.
Backup QB Will Hammond sparks No. 17 Texas Tech to a 34-10 win over No. 16 Utah
Read full article: Backup QB Will Hammond sparks No. 17 Texas Tech to a 34-10 win over No. 16 UtahBackup quarterback Will Hammond stepped into a stagnant Texas Tech offense in the third quarter and put together four scoring drives to lead the 17th-ranked Red Raiders to a 34-10 win over No. 16 Utah.
University where Charlie Kirk was shot confronts unwanted infamy
Read full article: University where Charlie Kirk was shot confronts unwanted infamyIt took two decades for Utah Valley University to evolve from a small community college into the state’s largest school that boasts of having one of the safest campuses in the nation.
With the Sundance Film Festival and filmmaker labs, Robert Redford brought change to cinema
Read full article: With the Sundance Film Festival and filmmaker labs, Robert Redford brought change to cinemaRobert Redford, who died Tuesday at 89, transformed the film industry with the Sundance Institute and Film Festival.
Foreign disinformation about Charlie Kirk's killing seeks to widen US divisions
Read full article: Foreign disinformation about Charlie Kirk's killing seeks to widen US divisionsRussia moved quickly to exploit conservative activist Charlie Kirk's shooting death at a Utah college, with groups linked to the Kremlin spreading false and misleading claims that experts say are designed to incite violence.
From Utah to New York, key developments in cases of US political violence
Read full article: From Utah to New York, key developments in cases of US political violencePolitical violence has rocked the U.S. multiple times in recent months, culminating with the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university.
Suspect left note saying he planned to kill Charlie Kirk, later confessed in texts, prosecutor says
Read full article: Suspect left note saying he planned to kill Charlie Kirk, later confessed in texts, prosecutor saysThe man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university has been charged with aggravated murder.
DNA evidence found near scene of Charlie Kirk's shooting matches suspect, FBI director says
Read full article: DNA evidence found near scene of Charlie Kirk's shooting matches suspect, FBI director saysFBI Director Kash Patel says DNA on a towel wrapped around a rifle found near where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated matches that of the 22-year-old accused in the killing.
Man arrested in Charlie Kirk's killing had no known criminal history, had become 'more political'
Read full article: Man arrested in Charlie Kirk's killing had no known criminal history, had become 'more political'The family of the young Utah man accused of shooting Charlie Kirk told authorities he had recently become “more political” and recounted a dinner table conversation where they discussed whether the conservative activist was spreading hate.
Here’s a timeline of events leading to the arrest of Charlie Kirk’s suspected killer
Read full article: Here’s a timeline of events leading to the arrest of Charlie Kirk’s suspected killerNearly two days after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed in Utah, federal officials announced the arrest of the suspected shooter.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing became more political, opposed activist's views, authorities say
Read full article: Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing became more political, opposed activist's views, authorities sayA 22-year-old Utah man who was booked on murder charges in the assassination of Charlie Kirk held deep disdain for the conservative activist’s provocative viewpoints and indicated to a family member that he was responsible for the shooting.
Here's how to help kids deal with current events — and the sometimes violent imagery they bring
Read full article: Here's how to help kids deal with current events — and the sometimes violent imagery they bringIn hardly any time at all, the footage of the horrifying moment when a bullet hit conservative activist Charlie Kirk in the neck ricocheted across the internet.
2 initially detained in Charlie Kirk shooting threatened even after police cleared them
Read full article: 2 initially detained in Charlie Kirk shooting threatened even after police cleared themTwo people detained and released after the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk have faced threats and scrutiny even after police said they were not suspects.
Utah, where Charlie Kirk was killed, has strong pro-gun laws
Read full article: Utah, where Charlie Kirk was killed, has strong pro-gun lawsConservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot in Utah, a state that has permissive gun laws and allows firearms to be concealed or openly carried with some exceptions.
The Latest: Officials ask for public’s help in finding Charlie Kirk shooter
Read full article: The Latest: Officials ask for public’s help in finding Charlie Kirk shooterOfficials have released a new video of a person of interest in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a college event in Orem, Utah.
Utah college where Charlie Kirk was killed is a lesser-known school but the state's largest
Read full article: Utah college where Charlie Kirk was killed is a lesser-known school but the state's largestThe university where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot in Utah while speaking to students is the state’s largest public university after years of rapid enrollment growth.
The Latest: Conservative activist Charlie Kirk is shot and killed while speaking at a Utah college
Read full article: The Latest: Conservative activist Charlie Kirk is shot and killed while speaking at a Utah collegeAuthorities say conservative activist Charlie Kirk was killed by a single shot in a targeted attack during an outdoor event Wednesday at Utah Valley University.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk assassinated at Utah university
Read full article: Conservative activist Charlie Kirk assassinated at Utah universityCharlie Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of President Donald Trump, has been shot and killed at a Utah college event in an act that the state’s governor called a “political assassination.”.
Utah Olympic organizers announce 9-figure fundraising effort for 2034 Winter Games
Read full article: Utah Olympic organizers announce 9-figure fundraising effort for 2034 Winter GamesOrganizers of the Salt Lake City 2034 Winter Games have announced a fundraising effort that they say is the largest philanthropic campaign supporting a host city in Olympic and Paralympic history.
NCAA committee recommends eliminating spring transfer window for FBS players; vote looms
Read full article: NCAA committee recommends eliminating spring transfer window for FBS players; vote loomsThe NCAA’s FBS Oversight Committee has recommended eliminating the spring transfer window and having just a 10-day window starting on January 2.
Solar panels that fit on your balcony or deck are gaining traction in the US
Read full article: Solar panels that fit on your balcony or deck are gaining traction in the USSmall-scale solar panels about the size of a door are poised to be plugged into more U.S. homes and apartments as homeowners and renters who want to harness the sun’s energy look for cheaper alternatives to rooftop installations.
Nike co-founder Phil Knight and wife pledge record $2B to Oregon cancer center, university says
Read full article: Nike co-founder Phil Knight and wife pledge record $2B to Oregon cancer center, university saysAn Oregon university says Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife Penny Knight have pledged a record $2 billion to its cancer center.
Man accused of faking his death to avoid rape charges is found guilty of sexual assault in Utah
Read full article: Man accused of faking his death to avoid rape charges is found guilty of sexual assault in UtahA Rhode Island man accused of faking his death and fleeing the United States to evade rape charges has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a former girlfriend.
College football latest: AP Top 25 preseason rankings put Texas on top with Penn State right behind
Read full article: College football latest: AP Top 25 preseason rankings put Texas on top with Penn State right behindThe Associated Press preseason Top 25 college football poll is out and it's topped by Texas for the first time in an opening poll.
Driver attempting to set a record at Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats dies after losing control
Read full article: Driver attempting to set a record at Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats dies after losing controlA driver going 283 mph trying to set a land speed record during a racing event at Utah’s famed Bonneville Salt Flats died Sunday after he lost control of his rocket-like vehicle called the Speed Demon.
GOP plan to sell more than 3,200 square miles of federal lands is found to violate Senate rules
Read full article: GOP plan to sell more than 3,200 square miles of federal lands is found to violate Senate rulesA plan to sell more than 3,200 square miles of federal lands has been ruled out of Republicans’ big tax and spending cut bill after the Senate parliamentarian determined the proposal by Senate Energy Chairman Mike Lee would violate the chamber’s rules.
Governors of Western states give mixed reactions to proposed federal land sell-off
Read full article: Governors of Western states give mixed reactions to proposed federal land sell-offA Republican-sponsored proposal before Congress to mandate the sale of federal public lands is getting a mixed reception from the governors of Western states.
Man arrested after Utah 'No Kings' rally shooting is released as investigation continues
Read full article: Man arrested after Utah 'No Kings' rally shooting is released as investigation continuesA man who brought a rifle to a “No Kings” rally in Utah — prompting an armed safety volunteer to open fire and accidentally kill a protester — has been released from jail while the investigation continues.
Utah Republican proposes sale of more than 2 million acres of US lands
Read full article: Utah Republican proposes sale of more than 2 million acres of US landsMore than 2 million acres of federal lands would be sold to states or other entities under a budget proposal from Utah Republican Sen. Mike Lee.