60-minute delays possible in Utah during Labor Day weekend despite record-high gas prices
Utah transportation officials say Labor Day congestion could create delays of up to 30 to 60 minutes at times in some…
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A refugee’s story: Trump’s choice to lead the U.S. Navy was once displaced from war-torn Vietnam
When Hung Cao was 4 years old, he and his family fled their native Vietnam during the 1975 fall of Saigon, initially…
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Analysis: No. 21 Utes’ new offensive creativity was on full display in blowout of Idaho
Utah’s opening game of the 2026 season against FCS opponent Idaho went how it was supposed to go. The No. 21 Utes…
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The problem is men, or so some Democratic women want you to believe
Scholar and author Camille Paglia has long taken women to task for their rhetoric about men. In a speech at the Seattle…
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2 new Jim Henson puppets set out to take kids outside and, in the process, cultivate awe
The Jim Henson Company introduced two characters for a new children’s show called “ Wowsabout !” this year. Airing for…
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Wayshawn Parker leads deep Utah running backs group in season-opening win
Utah picked right back up where it left off last season, delivering a dominating performance on the ground in a 66-14…
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High school football: Morgan’s defense forces 3 turnovers in dominant win over Bountiful
For the fourth straight game this preseason, Morgan challenged itself against a higher-classification team on Thursday…
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3 takeaways from Utah’s big win against Idaho
You can definitely put that one down as a win for Morgan Scalley in his debut season opener as Utah’s head coach. The…
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Why did a government agency turn a Utah creek red?
Walking along the banks of Mill Creek, a stream running out of Millcreek Canyon, one won’t see the typical clear water…
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Highlights, key plays and photos from Utah’s dominant win over Idaho
Final score Utah 66, Idaho 14 Utah came in and took care of business Thursday night at Rice-Eccles Stadium, defeating…
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High school girls soccer: Syracuse earns its biggest win of the season, hands No. 1 Davis its first loss
Even though the results weren’t always there for Syracuse during the opening month of the season, coach Jason Steiner…
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2 years after her Olympic infamy, Raygun is talking about it
Two years have passed since Olympic break dancer Rachael “Raygun” Gunn was thrust into viral infamy for her memorably…
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Actually, Americans should argue more
When my alarm went off at 6 a.m. on a Saturday, I almost regretted what I’d signed up for. I rubbed the sleep from my…
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2026 Salt Lake Fall Home Show Kicks Off October 9 with Magnolia Network’s Maine Cabin Masters
The 2026 Salt Lake Fall Home Show returns Friday, October 9, through Sunday, October 11, at the Mountain America Expo…
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Opinion: Maryland ruling exposes the Utah targeted advertising tax’s legal vulnerability
Utah, Maryland and Illinois are dissimilar states in many ways, but they have this in common: they are the first three…
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9 events to get you out of the house this Labor Day weekend
Labor Day is coming up this weekend and many Utahns are looking for something fun to do to celebrate the holiday that…
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Turning the page: Former Cougar Jaren Hall kicks off a new career this week
Jaren Hall is getting back in the game — just not in the way he thought he would. The former Maple Mountain High, BYU…
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National Park Service proposes a ‘simpler’ approach for bicycles, e-bikes at parks
The National Park Service is considering a new rule that it says would increase access for bicycle and e-bicycle…
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How much will BYU be paying Utah Tech to play at LaVell Edwards Stadium on Saturday night?
Utah Tech University will be more than a heavy underdog when it takes on No. 14 BYU on Saturday night at LaVell Edwards…
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Q&A: What to look for in the upcoming BYU football season
Dave McCann sat with Deseret News journalists Jackson Payne and Jay Drew to discuss BYU’s upcoming football season.
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Democrats reject effort to cap Supreme Court at 9 justices
The House rejected an effort from Republicans to advance a constitutional amendment that would cap the Supreme Court at…
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A New York college said a Christian club must let non-Christians lead prayer. Now they’re suing
The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty late last month filed a lawsuit against SUNY Broome Community College on behalf…
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Utah Rep. Burgess Owens holds moment of silence for Charlie Kirk ahead of 1-year anniversary of death
Utah Rep. Burgess Owens led a moment of silence on the floor of the U.S. House to honor conservative activist Charlie…
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What college football pundits predict for Utah’s season
This article was first published in the Ute Insiders newslett er . Sign up to receive the newsletter in your inbox each…
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5 ways to prepare for the new youth Sunday experience
Beginning Sept. 6, youth classes in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will look different — shorter…
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Deseret News archives: On further review, Sir Malcolm Campbell got his record on the Salt Flats
Editor’s note: This story was originally published on Sept. 3, 2024. A look back at local, national and world events…
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‘Harry Potter’ and the problem with remaking what still works
For those who haven’t seen “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” since its 2001 release, the new trailer for HBO’s…
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Opinion: A summer of discontent in Utah politics
Primary and polling results clearly document frustration among Americans, across both parties, with incumbent…
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‘The biggest upset’ in ‘American Ninja Warrior’ history
Kai Beckstrand is so good at competing on “ American Ninja Warrior ” that even when he stumbles on an obstacle course,…
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Deseret News archives: Labor Day legacy one of lobbying for workers
Editor’s note: This story was originally published on Sept. 2, 2024. A look back at local, national and world events…
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Opinion: Trump has taken the side of the 20 in an 80-20 issue. What was he thinking?
A version of this article was first published in the Right to the Point newsletter. Sign up to receive the newsletter…
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Utah’s Morgan Scalley finally gets his turn. It’s been a long time coming
It’s been a long, tumultuous offseason filled with upheaval, controversy and high expectations, and Thursday night,…
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Opinion: The age of backlash is here. Americans have stopped rolling over
Something is stirring in the American zeitgeist, and the year 2026 has become a pivot point. Americans have moved from…
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How Utah Sen. John Curtis became a Republican to watch in a closely divided Congress
When John Curtis was sworn into the Senate last year, he found himself at a bit of a crossroads. He was filling the…
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Opinion: Is Washington ready to tackle Social Security reform?
As an old saying goes, the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now. But when it comes…
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How did 2 immigrants — a Venezuelan and a Slovakian — become the ‘best Ute fans in the world’?
University of Utah football coach Morgan Scalley has lived his life surrounded by red and white Ute gear, memorabilia…
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