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Utah June 21, 2024

Transgender Utah woman shot parents dead, told police she would 'do it again': police

Transgender woman Mia Bailey, 28, shot both her parents dead in their home on Tuesday, according to Utah authorities. After her capture, she told police she would "do it again."

Utah June 20, 2024

Romney stays course on whether he supports Trump for president: 'It's a matter of personal character'

Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, told a reporter on Tuesday he will not support former President Trump in the November election out of a "matter of personal character."

Politics June 11, 2024

Trump-backed candidate ends primary debate with explosive allegation

U.S. Senate candidate Trent Staggs accused his GOP primary opponent Rep. John Curtis of insider trading during Monday night's GOP primary debate.

Utah June 10, 2024

Park ranger dies in freak accident while helping visitors during annual festival

Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah lost one of its park rangers after he tripped and fell on Friday night while helping a visitor during the annual Astronomy Festival.

Utah June 9, 2024

Boy, 12, dies after falling into swift-moving Utah river while vacationing with family

A 12-year-old boy was swept 4 miles downstream after falling into a swift-moving river in Utah died at a hospital after rescuers pulled him from the water.

Utah June 6, 2024

Rodeo star Spencer Wright's son Levi dies after Utah river accident: report

Saddle bronc champion Spencer Wright's toddler, Levi, died less than two weeks after falling into a Utah river, family and friends said.

CRIME June 4, 2024

TikTok acts as 'virtual strip club,' allowing adults to pay for kids' content, Utah lawsuit alleges

A Utah lawsuit is accusing TikTok of harming children through LIVE, arguing that the app's streaming feature acts as a 'virtual strip club' in which preying adults can pay for content.

Utah May 29, 2024

Rodeo star Spencer Wright's family hopes to wean critically injured 3-year-old off breathing tube

Just over a week after he nearly drowned in the Utah River, 3-year-old Levi Wright's rodeo-famous family aims to wean the boy off his breathing tube.

GREAT OUTDOORS May 25, 2024

Utah man dead after jet ski slams into rock wall at state park reservoir

A jet skier from Salt Lake City died after crashing at a reservoir in Utah's East Canyon State Park Wednesday, rangers said in a press release.

Utah May 25, 2024

Wife of rodeo star Spencer Wright shares tragic update on three-year-old son Levi after river accident

Kallie Wright, wife of rodeo star Spencer Wright, shared a tragic update on their toddler Levi, who is in critical condition after falling off a toy tractor into the Utah River.

Utah May 24, 2024

Rodeo star Spencer Wright's son awake after previously being considered brain-dead following river accident

Saddle bronc riding champion Spencer Wright and his family are holding out hope after his 3-year-old son "woke up" Thursday after taking a fall into the Utah River on his toy tractor.

Water May 24, 2024

Native American tribes unanimously approve Colorado River water rights proposal that would cost Congress $5B

The Navajo Nation Council has unanimously approved a proposed water rights settlement that would cost $5 billion, larger than any such agreement enacted by Congress.

Utah May 23, 2024

Rand Paul endorses GOP Utah Senate candidate to replace Romney, says he's the 'type of Republican' needed

A Utah Senate candidate who vowed to fight against the establishment has received support from Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., in his bid to replace Mitt Romney in the upper chamber.

Utah May 23, 2024

Rodeo star Spencer Wright's 3-year-old son hospitalized after falling into Utah River on toy tractor

Saddle bronc riding legend Spencer Wright and his family are holding out hope after their 3-year-old son Levi was critically injured falling into the Utah River on Tuesday.

CRIME May 23, 2024

Utah children's book author accused of killing husband speaks out for 1st time: 'This means war'

Utah mom of three and children's book author Kouri Richins, who is accused of fatally poisoning her husband in 2022, is speaking out for the first time since Eric Richins died.

Utah May 23, 2024

Family baffled after son caught in failed Congo coup: 'Did not go to Africa with plans for political activism'

The parents of Tyler Thompson are bewildered as to how their son, who they say had not previously engaged in political activism, got caught up in a failed coup attempt in Congo.

Africa May 21, 2024

Congo's army releases name of third American involved in foiled coup plot

An attempted coup in Kinshasa involving three Americans ended in failure and fatalities. The attackers targeted the presidential palace and the residence of a political figure.

CRIME May 20, 2024

Defense for Utah children’s book author accused of killing hubby requests withdraw: 'Irreconcilable' situation

Defense attorneys for Kouri Richins, the Utah children's book author accused of fatally poisoning her husband, Eric Richins, in 2022, are now requesting a withdraw from her case.

Second Amendment May 20, 2024

Texas judge blocks Biden administration rule requiring more gun sellers to run background checks

A federal judge has temporarily blocked some enforcement of a new Biden administration rule that would force more gun sellers to run background checks.

Quizzes May 20, 2024

American Culture Quiz: Test your command of state birds, state songs, pop stars and politics

The American Culture Quiz from Fox News Digital tests your command each week of our unique national traits, trends, history, people and popular interests. See if you can get all 8 right!

Coronavirus May 17, 2024

‘Inhumane’: Utah mom slaps drug company with lawsuit after suffering COVID vaccine trial injuries

Brianne Dressen shared with Fox News Digital why she decided to file a lawsuit against AstraZeneca after taking part in the drug company's COVID-19 vaccine trial.

National Parks May 16, 2024

Canyonlands National Park in Utah searching for 2 visitors suspected of 'archeological theft'

The National Park Service is seeking to identify two suspects wanted in connection with an "archeological theft" at Canyonlands National Park in Utah.

True Crime May 16, 2024

Utah squatter suspected in Dylan Rounds' death pleads guilty to murder charge

Utah squatter suspected of killing a 19-year-old farmer admitted to shooting the teen in the head as he pleaded guilty to 2nd-degree murder in Brigham City.

Media May 14, 2024

Utah governor reveals secret to scoring best state ranking two years in a row

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox tells Fox News Digital what "unique" qualities he believes landed his state on the top of a "Best States" survey for the second year in a row.

Utah May 10, 2024

Utah judge sets $100K bond for rapper NBA YoungBoy

A Utah judge has set a $100,000 bond for 24-year-old Kentrell Gaulden, known professionally as rapper NBA YoungBoy, in connection with a fraudulent prescription operation.

Utah May 10, 2024

Bodies of 2 skiers buried in Utah avalanche recovered

The bodies of two men who were killed in an avalanche in Utah's backcountry outside of Salt Lake City were recovered. A third man was with them and was rescued.

Utah May 9, 2024

2 skiers confirmed dead in Utah avalanche, sheriff says

Two backcountry skiers were reported dead Thursday following an avalanche in the Wasatch Mountain Range outside Salt Lake City. A third skier was rescued.

Utah May 9, 2024

Utah rescue crews search for 2 of 3 skiers who went missing after avalanche

Two of three backcountry skiers who went missing after an avalanche rushed down Lone Peak near Salt Lake City, Utah, are still being searched for, while the third has been rescued.

Utah May 7, 2024

Utah police officer killed by semi-truck driver during traffic stop identified: ‘Died a hero’

Santaquin Police Sgt. Bill Hooser, 50, started his law enforcement career eight years ago after first serving as an unpaid volunteer, his brother said.

Utah May 6, 2024

Utah police officer killed by semi-truck, suspect arrested after hours-long manhunt

Michael Aaron Jayne, 41, allegedly struck and killed a Santaquin police officer while trying to flee a traffic stop on Interstate 15 in Utah early Sunday.

Utah May 5, 2024

Utah hunter finds skeletal remains of man missing since 2019 in remote mountains

The skeletal remains of Matthew Broncho were discovered on a remote mountain in Utah last month more than five years after he was reported missing.