Utah County
Fly a flag for Cody: Army confirms Utah man died in Afghanistan explosion
A Utah County man originally listed as "missing in action" in Afghanistan was confirmed "killed in action."
BYU, Utah researchers find genetic cause for migraines
A team of researchers led by scientists at BYU and the University of Utah believes they have found a gene linked to migraines in some individuals, and their study suggests several promising leads... Read more »
Kennecott: We will emerge 'stronger and better than before'
Kennecott Utah Copper is resolved to recover from a massive landslide at its Bingham Canyon Mine "stronger and better than we were before," a mine executive told the Salt Lake County Council on... Read more »
Report: More Utahns confident home prices will increase
The Zions Bank Utah Consumer Attitude Index fell 2.4 points to 76.5 in April, while the national Consumer Confidence Index climbed 6.2 points to 68.1. The 2.4-point decrease in the CAI is within... Read more »
Goshen teen dies of injuries from auto-pedestrian accident near Payson
A 13-year-old girl who was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle near Payson died Sunday afternoon, according to the Utah Highway Patrol. Read more »
Attorney: Man accused of killing infant son 'wants to die'
An American Fork man charged with killing his 5-month-old son wants to die, his attorney said Monday. Read more »
Springville Civic Center Water Park to have grand opening Saturday
Springville will hold a grand opening for its new Civic Center Water Park on Saturday, May 4 at 10 a.m. Read more »
Judge declines to disqualify prosecutors from Martin MacNeill case, another motion still pending
A judge will not disqualify the Utah County Attorney's Office from the prosecuting the case of Martin MacNeill, a Pleasant Grove doctor who is accused of killing his wife. Read more »
About Utah: The ski bums next door
New Yorkers Chuck and Paddy Mollard moved to Utah to retire — and they're not the retiring type. Read more »
4 teens injured, 1 critically, when hit by car near Payson
A 13-year-old girl was in critical condition on life support Sunday after she and three other teens were struck by a car Saturday night while crossing 5600 West near 9200 South just north of Payson. Read more »
66 by 2020: Utah has 7 years to reach college degree goal and top the nation
Utah's lawmakers have joined the governor, educators and the business community in endorsing a statewide goal to increase the number of adults with degrees or certificates by 2020. With seven years... Read more »
Volunteers' time worth more than ever, report states
Volunteers may work for free, but they've never earned more for their organizations than they do now, according to a study released this month. And no where are their more volunteer hours given... Read more »
Suicide discussion leads to calls for help
Experts say suicide is largely preventable if help is sought. Continuing discussion on the issue and identifying resources in the community are part of the prevention process. Read more »
Gallup: On any given day, Utahns lead in feeling enjoyment, stress
Utahns reported feeling the most enjoyment on any given day in 2012, but that enjoyment was tempered with some of the highest reported stress in the country, Gallup said in its latest well-being... Read more »
BYU researchers design new pill bottle aimed at reducing drug abuse
In the hopes of cutting down on addiction, BYU engineering students have designed a device to regulate prescription drug use. Read more »
Payson man killed in motorcycle crash
A Payson motorcyclist died after driving off a winding canyon road Thursday night. Read more »
UVU graduates encouraged to embrace their imaginations
Anousheh Ansari addressed graduates at Utah Valley University's commencement ceremony Thursday. Students at the Orem school earned a combined 1,847 associate's degrees, 2,905 bachelor's degrees and... Read more »
Helpful stranger offered a hand, then took a wallet
An American Fork woman said a helpful man stole her wallet while assisting with child's wheelchair. Read more »
Warmer weather to bring rattlesnakes out of hibernation
The warmer weather is coming to Utah, and that has a lot of people looking to get outside and enjoy it. But people aren't the only ones out there enjoying the sun. Read more »
Battling the stigma of suicide
For teenagers in Utah, the number of suicide attempts total about two a day among kids ages 10 to 17. Read more »
Cache Valley charter school tops Utah rankings
InTech Collegiate High School in North Logan has been named the best high school in the state for the second consecutive year by U.S. News but ranked 652nd nationally. Read more »
Photo gallery: Firefighters show off skills at UVU competition
Firefighters and firefighter hopefuls showed off their skills at the annual UVU Fire Games at the Utah Fire and Rescue Academy on Wednesday. Read more »
Utah communities mark some improvement in air pollution battle
The latest rankings by the American Lung Association note some improvements on the Utah air quality front, but major metro area still flunked because of short-term spikes in pollution levels. St.... Read more »
Utah Technology Council presents peer awards
At its recent annual membership meeting, the Utah Technology Council presented peer awards for industry involvement and community leadership. Read more »
UDOT announces top 10 road projects for 2013
With summer driving season approaching, the Utah Department of Transportation has announced its top 10 road construction projects for the rest of the year. Read more »
Shocking cases of cruelty to cats on FrontRunner tracks in Provo
Provo police are seeking whomever is responsible for animal cruelty in northwest area of Provo Read more »
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Mia Love announces she's officially running against Matheson — again
Mia Love made it official Saturday at the GOP state convention — she’s once again challenging Utah’s only Democrat in Congress, Rep. Jim Matheson, for his 4th District seat. Read more »
Fly a flag for Cody: Army confirms Utah man died in Afghanistan explosion
A Utah County man originally listed as "missing in action" this week after a bomb went off next to him in Afghanistan was confirmed "killed in action" Saturday night by the Army. Read more »
Six hospitalized in Saratoga Springs rollover accident Saturday night
An accident in Saratoga Springs resulted in six hospitalized. Police responded to a call around 9:30 of an accident near 1200 west and SR-73, about one and a half miles away from the Crossroads... Read more »
Utah facing $1.2 billion-dollar water pollution problem
Utah water quality regulators say a $3 increase per household on sewer rates would help the state address the most challenging water pollution problem they've seen since the federal Clean Water Act... Read more »
Utah soldier presumed dead in Afghanistan
Family members believe a Utah County soldier missing in action in Afghanistan has been killed. Read more »
Utah GOP convention agenda includes vote on Common Core
Utah's Republican Party will vote on a resolution opposing the Common Core State Standards on Saturday. The resolution has received an unfavorable recommendation by party leadership who worry the... Read more »
2 Orem men arrested after allegedly offering teen girls money for sex
Two men were arrested in Orem after police say they offered a 14-year-old girl and her 16-year-old sister $30 to have sex with them. Read more »
NTSB says dropping legal limit for blood-alcohol level in drivers will save lives
The National Transportation Safety Board wants all states to lower the impaired driving definitions for blood-alcohol content from 0.08 percent to 0.05 percent. Read more »
Utah added 43,000 more jobs in April 2013 compared to April 2012
The Utah Department of Workforce Services reported Friday that Utah’s employment rate for April 2013 grew by an estimated 3.5 percent, adding 43,100 jobs to the economy compared to April 2012. Read more »
Deseret News wins awards for education, environment, family reporting
When it comes to meaningful reporting on education, the environment and the family, Deseret News reporters stand out in the Rocky Mountain region. Read more »
BYU Wilkinson Center's east entrance gets a facelift
Demolition crews began removing an east-facing portion of the Wilkinson Center on Wednesday. The canopy and the drop-off area it sheltered were part of the student center's original design when the... Read more »
Pertussis outbreak announced at Davis County school
The Davis County Health Department has announced an outbreak of pertussis at Viewmont High School. Read more »
About Utah: After 57 years, a family thanks its hero
About the last thing Richard Falkner expected last Tuesday night was to answer the doorbell to a hug and heartfelt thank you from two of the daughters of the man whose life he saved — 57... Read more »
Salt Lake City School Board considering property tax increase
The Salt Lake City School Board is considering a property tax increase that would cost an additional $12.65 per year on a $100,000 home. Read more »
Utah's public university presidents paid less than national median
Most of Utah's public university presidents are paid less than the national median. Read more »
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