Gov. Cox Signs Second Round of Bills Into Law – Key Takeaways

Governor Spencer Cox has signed 11 more bills into law, bringing the total to 23 for the 2025 General Session. The announcement came Friday evening, with the newly approved legislation addressing topics such as water policy, sexual extortion laws, and honorary designations. The latest bills signed into law include: HB 13 – Sexual Extortion Amendments … Read more

Mid-Air Scare: Delta Plane to Hawaii Diverts Back to SLC Over Engine Trouble

A Delta Air Lines flight bound for Honolulu, Hawaii was forced to return to Salt Lake City after experiencing an engine performance issue, according to a statement from the airline. The aircraft, operating as Flight 316, departed from Salt Lake City International Airport on February 27. Shortly after takeoff, the flight crew detected an issue … Read more

Next Week’s Weather: Cooler Temps and Unsettled Conditions Across the State

Happy Wednesday, Utah! The day began on a chilly note as cooler air settled across the state, keeping temperatures near or even below seasonal averages in some areas. A northerly airflow, driven by high pressure, continues to dominate, maintaining clear skies and limiting cloud cover throughout the region. This setup will persist into Wednesday night, … Read more

Inside the Viral ‘Private’ Southwest Flight: Meet the Only 2 Passengers

For most travelers, a commercial flight means sharing space with dozens—if not hundreds—of passengers. But for two college students from Utah, their recent trip felt more like a private jet experience. Natalie Wolfley and Savannah Sargent were the only two passengers aboard a Southwest Airlines flight departing from Salt Lake City International Airport. The surreal … Read more

Trump Administration Memo Signals Large-Scale Federal Worker Layoffs

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. government is preparing for a major restructuring as President Donald Trump orders federal agencies to eliminate jobs, consolidate programs, and streamline operations as part of a sweeping effort to reduce bureaucracy. On Wednesday, senior administration officials issued a directive instructing agencies to submit plans for workforce reductions, a move that … Read more

Provo Doctor Hit with 2 More Charges, Now Facing 17 Sexual Assault Felonies

A Provo-based gynecologist is now facing 17 felony sexual assault charges after prosecutors added two more counts to his case this week, according to newly filed court documents. David Broadbent, 77, has been accused of sexually assaulting multiple female patients during his decades-long medical practice in Utah County. Allegations against him first surfaced in 2022, … Read more

FBI Task Force Captures Washington Homicide Suspect in Utah

A 20-year-old fugitive accused of homicide in Washington state has been apprehended in Utah. Jose Antonio Cedeno-Ponce was taken into custody by law enforcement officers after they encountered him at a business in Utah County. Authorities have charged him with second-degree murder in connection with the January 10, 2025, killing of a high school student … Read more