Utah

Jordan school board sues UDOT for $4 million

The Jordan Board of Education is suing the Utah Department of Transportation for $4 million in compensation for land being used by UDOT in its Mountain View Corridor project. Read more »

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Firefighters work to contain fast-burning fire in Saratoga Springs

Firefighters are working to control a fast-burning wildfire that sent smoke billowing in the air visible for miles Wednesday afternoon. Read more »

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Graduating seniors celebrate through the night at school-sponsored parties

It's graduation season. And that means grad parties are in full swing. Read more »

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Utah County attorney won't file bigamy charges against 'Sister Wives'

Bigamy charges will not be filed against the family featured in the TLC series "Sister Wives," the Utah County Attorney's Office announced Thursday. Read more »

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New Olympic bid finances discussed behind closed doors

How much would another Olympic bid actually cost? Where would the money come from? Read more »

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Historic World War II tower restored to its original glory

The old control tower in Wendover, which helped direct B-29 bombers during training runs during World War II, was rededicated Thursday. Read more »

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Photos: Zoo, scientists hopeful elephant will have another calf on the way.

SALT LAKE CITY — An elephant mom who resides with her baby at Hogle Zoo hopefully will have another one on the way. German veterinary scientists artificially inseminated the zoo's African... Read more »

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Utah men accused of bilking bank in construction scheme

Two Utah men are facing federal charges in connection with an alleged bank fraud scheme. Read more »

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Make it a small: N.Y.'s ban on large sodas likely won't take in Utah

A growing number of Americans is contributing to the overconsumption of soft drinks, an issue experts believe is making people fat. Read more »

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Romney Victory fund sharing cash with four states but not Utah

Big money donors to next week's Mitt Romney fundraiser at the Grand America Hotel also will be contributing to the Republican Party in four states — but not in Utah. Read more »

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Man charged in Ogden shootout gets private attorney as funding question emerges

An Ogden man accused of shooting a number of police officers and killing one will be allowed to have a private attorney — even as the question of funding hangs in the air. Read more »

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University of Utah tech team heading to White House

Sometimes great big ideas come from really small — make that microscopic — materials. Read more »

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Ascending Aggies win design competition with superhero device

A team of engineering students at Utah State University designed what could be the next high-tech device for military special forces. And it just might make superheroes of those who use it. Read more »

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Salt Lake County home sales rise in April

Sales of previously owned homes and condominiums in Salt Lake County increased 17 percent in April. In addition, the median price of homes sold in April increased to $193,000, up 4 percent compared... Read more »

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Ogden Arts Festival to kick off

The Union Station Foundation will host the Ninth Annual Ogden Arts Festival from June 8-9 on Historic 25th Street and Union Station. Read more »

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Herbert signs executive order reducing idling for state fleet

Gov. Gary Herbert is putting the brakes on idling by signing the Reduction of Automotive Idling Executive Order, requiring all state vehicles to shut down whenever they’re idling for more... Read more »

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Aspirin, other nonsteroid anti-inflammatory medications may reduce skin cancer risk

Aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications may protect against skin cancer, according to research published in the journal Cancer. Read more »

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Drought, policy changes may spark more huge fires across West

A massive wildfire in the New Mexico wilderness that already is the largest in state history spread in all directions Thursday, and experts say it's likely a preview of things to come as states... Read more »

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3 local firms, partners will submit proposals for new downtown theater

Mayor Ralph Becker and the Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake City have announced three finalists to perform architectural and engineering design services for the new Utah Performing Arts Center. Read more »

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Antelope by Moonlight Bike Ride is July 6

The Antelope by Moonlight Bike Ride will take place the night of July 6. The 19th annual family-friendly, non-competitive bike ride starts at 10 p.m. at the Antelope Island Marina and is lit... Read more »

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Charges filed against bus driver arrested for DUI before driving students to Disneyland

Charges have been filed against a bus driver arrested for allegedly carrying drugs and driving under the influence just before he was scheduled to transport a group of students to Disneyland. Read more »

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Investigators focus on stains in car of dead woman's ex-husband

While Salt Lake police have been silent about their investigation into the death of 49-year-old scientist Uta von Schwedler, a newly released search warrant shows detectives are still actively investigating the case and are treating... Read more »

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3-way transaction helps wildlife, commuters and schoolchildren

A proposed land transaction contemplated since the mid-1980s is inching toward completion, fueled by the need for the Utah Department of Transportation to build the Mountain View Corridor. Read more »

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Idaho awaits No Child Left Behind waiver

Idaho has been among leading critics of the No Child Left Behind education program, but state officials will have to wait longer to find out if they'll be freed from the federal law's toughest... Read more »

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Car bursts into flames after colliding with cement barrier

Police are investigating a car accident on I-215 that killed one woman after her car collided with a cement barrier Wednesday. Read more »

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