Utah
High court reinstates Logan doctor's sexual battery conviction
The Utah Supreme Court has reinstated the misdemeanor sexual battery conviction of a Logan doctor in a ruling that overturned a decision from the Utah Court of Appeals. Read more »
Family of fallen officer creates special tree to thank community
It's been three months since Draper Police Sgt. Derek Johnson was shot and killed in the line of duty. Johnson’s mother and some of her friends decided to honor him and give back to the... Read more »
Woman stole van, but returned after finding baby in back, police say
A woman who police say stole a van apparently had a change of heart after discovering a small child was still in the vehicle. Read more »
Gov. Gary Herbert unveils $13.3 billion budget
Gov. Gary Herbert announced Wednesday his $13.3 billion spending plan for the budget year that begins July 1, 2014, including $261 million in new money for education and $36 million to expand the... Read more »
DeseretNews.com reaches page view milestone; No. 24 most visited U.S. newspaper website
DeseretNews.com properties reached a new milestone of 40 million monthly combined page views in November. Read more »
Human rights advocate and Nigerian trailblazer Hauwa Ibrahim to speak in Park City
Judge, lawyer and author Hauwa Ibrahim will speak in Park City Wednesday, sharing stories of her work and her quest to advance human rights in her home country of Nigeria. Read more »
Challenge to Utah's same-sex marriage ban
A challenge to Utah's same-sex marriage ban by three gay couples is scheduled to be back in court Wednesday as a federal court judge hears arguments in a case being closely watched around the country. Read more »
Slide-offs temporarily close Fort Union Boulevard in Cottonwood Heights
Snowy roads sent several drivers sliding down hills Tuesday afternoon in Cottonwood Heights. Read more »
Intermountain Healthcare offering benefits to same-sex spouses
Intermountain Healthcare announced Tuesday it is joining the list of Utah employers offering spousal benefits for same-sex couples, despite the state's stance not recognizing same-sex marriages. Read more »
Green energy option in Logan points to a need for regulation reform
Installing a micro-hydropower turbine to generate electricity by water already flowing down Logan Canyon ended up costing the city more than it bargained for, as the regulatory process was frustrating and onerous. Read more »
Acting Utah Attorney General Brian Tarbet not ruling out run for top spot
The retired adjutant general of the Utah National Guard has new troops to command for the next few weeks, and he didn't rule out a bid to replace his former boss in the attorney general's office. Read more »
Trail of nightmare abuse outlined in charges against Utah trucker
For six months, a teenage girl was sexually, physically and psychologically abused almost daily by a Murray man while being held captive in the cab of a long-haul truck. Read more »
Cold snap felt across West, Midwest
Temperatures across the western half of the nation are plunging as much as 40 degrees below normal as an Arctic cold-air mass moves south. Read more »
Unified fire station to host open house in Holladay
A new fire station in Holladay will host an open house on Saturday. Read more »
'One Sweet Cupcake' provides simple recipes with gourmet taste
Janell Brown, winner of the Food Network's "Cupcake Wars," is at it again. This time she's brought her gourmet cupcakes to readers' homes. This recipe book gives simple steps that just might give... Read more »
Small Summit County community wants better fire, emergency service
Residents of the small community of Tollgate are asking to be annexed into the North Summit Fire District. A wildfire a few months ago has residents worried about how long it would take... Read more »
Collecting online sales tax puts Utah lawmakers, businesses at odds
A U.S. Supreme Court decision to stay out of the fight between states and online retailers over taxing Internet sales could affect a Utah lawmaker's proposal to make cyber sellers follow the same... Read more »
Federal health care website working better in Utah
When she first tried several weeks ago to sign up for health insurance on the federal government's online marketplace, Pam Sheridan was repeatedly kicked off by the glitch-plagued website. Read more »
Photos: Schoolchildren decorate Governor's Mansion for Christmas
Third- and fourth-grade students from Stewart Elementary School, a Chinese-language immersion school in Centerville, decorated a Christmas tree in the Governor's Mansion library. Read more »
UTA's RideTime offers real-time bus information
The Utah Transit Authority has unveiled a new way for commuters to figure out which bus to catch. RideTime text messaging utilizes real-time data to help riders determine bus departure times for... Read more »
Man hit by car downtown suffers critical injuries
A man remained hospitalized in critical condition Tuesday with injuries he received Monday night when he was hit by a car while crossing the street in downtown Salt Lake City. Read more »
Photos: Snow falls on Utah, making commutes tough
Snow visited the Wasatch Front on Tuesday morning, and it should last through much of the morning, according to KSL meteorologist Grant Weyman. Read more »
Utah prison inmate sentenced for Uintah County Jail escape
The second of two Utah prison inmates who escaped from the Uintah County Jail in September 2012 has been sentenced to serve up to six more years behind bars. Read more »
Growing economy hurting Salvation Army fundraising efforts
The Salvation Army is having a hard time raising funds, and the improving economy may be to blame. This season, the nonprofit organization expects to see an 18 percent to 20 percent drop in funds... Read more »
Grace Lutheran Church to host Christmas in the Night Sky
Grace Lutheran Church will hold its first Christmas in the Night Sky celebration this weekend. Read more »
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Seeing is believing: Doctor, family say Centerville man's sight restoration 'a miracle'
The family of Dustin Dickamore and the doctors who treated him say his recovery and restored vision following an ATV accident are nothing short of a miracle. Read more »
Deputy's suicide prompted Tooele school lockdowns, police say
Gunfire that prompted a lockdown for three Stansbury Park schools on Tuesday was later confirmed to be a suicide. Read more »
Challenge to Utah's same-sex marriage ban
A challenge to Utah's same-sex marriage ban by three gay couples is scheduled to be back in court Wednesday as a federal court judge hears arguments in a case being closely watched around the country. Read more »
Roof, tower for Provo City Center Temple add to downtown buzz (+photos)
Workers continued work this week on the roof and the tower where the Angel Moroni statue will stand when the Provo City Center Temple is completed in 2015. Meanwhile, Provo's downtown is buzzing... Read more »
Trail of nightmare abuse outlined in charges against Utah trucker
For six months, a teenage girl was sexually, physically and psychologically abused almost daily by a Murray man while being held captive in the cab of a long-haul truck. Read more »
Should parents pay extra for under-performing students?
Sen. Aaron Osmond intends to sponsor three bills aimed at ending compulsory education in Utah and encouraging parental engagement in education. Read more »
Utah too dependent on federal dollars, state auditor warns
Utah State Auditor John Dougall included a warning about the state's dependency on money from Washington, D.C., in issuing the latest annual audit of federal spending. Read more »
Hearing against man accused of murdering officer still months away
Attorneys for Timothy Troy Walker, who is charged with killing Draper Police Sgt. Derek Johnson, asked a judge to wait to set a preliminary hearing, citing large amounts of evidence and their... Read more »
Hill Air Force Base selected to house F-35 fighter jets
The U.S. Air Force announced Tuesday that Hill Air Force Base will be the first operational base for a fleet of stealth fighter jets. Read more »
Utah Jazz players, dancers, Bear visit children in hospital
The Utah Jazz gave some young fans reasons to cheer that had nothing to do with dunks or 3-pointers. Read more »
Slide-offs temporarily close Fort Union Boulevard in Cottonwood Heights
Snowy roads sent several drivers sliding down hills Tuesday afternoon in Cottonwood Heights. Read more »
Intermountain Healthcare offering benefits to same-sex spouses
Intermountain Healthcare announced Tuesday it is joining the list of Utah employers offering spousal benefits for same-sex couples, despite the state's stance not recognizing same-sex marriages. Read more »
Acting Utah Attorney General Brian Tarbet not ruling out run for top spot
The retired adjutant general of the Utah National Guard has new troops to command for the next few weeks, and he didn't rule out a bid to replace his former boss in the attorney general's office. Read more »
Gov. Gary Herbert unveils $13.3 billion budget
Gov. Gary Herbert announced Wednesday his $13.3 billion spending plan for the budget year that begins July 1, 2014, including $261 million in new money for education and $36 million to expand the... Read more »
Photos: Snow falls on Utah, making commutes tough
Snow visited the Wasatch Front on Tuesday morning, and it should last through much of the morning, according to KSL meteorologist Grant Weyman. Read more »
Josh Romney first on scene of crash, takes media heat for posting photo
Josh Romney helped retrieve passengers from a car that slammed into a house Thursday night. Read more »
Collecting online sales tax puts Utah lawmakers, businesses at odds
A U.S. Supreme Court decision to stay out of the fight between states and online retailers over taxing Internet sales could affect a Utah lawmaker's proposal to make cyber sellers follow the same... Read more »
About Utah: His business is fun, games and sportsmanship
For Rob Cuff, executive director of the Utah High School Activities Association, life is sports and sports is life. Read more »
Candidates seeking to replace Swallow include pair with ties to his accusors
In the race to replace former Attorney General John Swallow, so far two candidates are connected to his chief accusers, two promise not to run again and one was his primary election opponent. Read more »
Woman stole van, but returned after finding baby in back, police say
A woman who police say stole a van apparently had a change of heart after discovering a small child was still in the vehicle. Read more »
'Gift of Love': Festival of Trees takes place this week
The memories of loved ones were channeled into a good cause Monday as thousands of people converged on the South Towne Expo Center to set up for the annual Festival of Trees. Read more »
DeseretNews.com reaches page view milestone; No. 24 most visited U.S. newspaper website
DeseretNews.com properties reached a new milestone of 40 million monthly combined page views in November. Read more »
Start thinking about retirement while in your 20s, experts advise
Young adults need to start thinking about retirement and taking steps in their 20s — even early 20s, financial experts say. Here are the whys and hows. Read more »
Utah prison inmate sentenced for Uintah County Jail escape
The second of two Utah prison inmates who escaped from the Uintah County Jail in September 2012 has been sentenced to serve up to six more years behind bars. Read more »
Holiday event highlights true spirit of the season
Scores of families converged on the Gallivan Center and Temple Square to watch the holiday lights illuminate downtown Salt Lake City. For some families, the celebration was put into perspective by... Read more »
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