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What happened before and after a deadly shooting at a big event

May 20, 2026

A video from someone close to the shooter may soon be shown in court. The person, who lived with the Utah man now accused of killing a well-known conservative speaker, recorded a statement after the crime. Police say the accused shooter confessed to the killing in text messages and a written note le

education

Science Fun Day: How Rides Teach Physics Better Than a Textbook

May 16, 2026

Every spring, Utah’s Lagoon amusement park turns into a giant science lab for students. Instead of just screaming on roller coasters, thousands of kids from Utah and nearby states spend the day measuring forces, testing designs, and proving how physics rules their favorite rides. The event isn’t new

politics

Summer shifts in Utah’s politics: new faces, old problems

May 14, 2026

Utah’s courts are getting a refresh. Three new justices will join the state Supreme Court by fall, making their appointments the fastest turnover in recent memory. This sudden change comes after new judge positions were created and a resignation opened the door for fresh appointments. The governor a

environment

Big Tech’s Hot New Problem: Utah’s Looming AI Factory

May 13, 2026

In Utah’s quiet Hansel Valley, a single project is forcing the country to face the messy reality of AI. Spread across 40, 000 acres—an area bigger than many cities—the proposed Stratos AI campus isn’t just a collection of servers. It’s a power-guzzling monster that could drain more electricity than

education

Digital School Alert: Utah Students and Parents on Guard After Canvas Hack

May 9, 2026

Utah’s schools, from elementary to university, are on high alert after a nationwide attack on the Canvas learning platform. The breach, carried out by a group called ShinyHunters, hit nearly 9, 000 schools worldwide and exposed billions of private messages. The hackers threatened to leak the data bu

crime

Courtroom Cams Stay in Kirk Murder Case, but Hearing Gets Pushed Back

May 9, 2026

A Utah judge just ruled that live TV feeds can keep rolling during Tyler Robinson’s murder trial, despite his team’s push to block cameras. Judge Tony Graf said courtroom broadcasts help the public keep an eye on the justice system and won’t sway future jurors—especially since the feed won’t show Ro

education

Beehive Academy Tops Utah High School Rankings Again

May 8, 2026

Beehive Science and Technology Academy, a charter school in Sandy, has once more earned the top spot in Utah’s high‑school rankings published by U. S. News & World Report. The achievement marks the fifth consecutive year the school leads the state, a testament to its focus on STEM and inclusive educ

technology

Utah AI Hub Faces Big Debate Over Environment

May 6, 2026

Kevin O’Leary says he is the only data‑center builder who studied environmental science. He argues that criticism of his Utah AI project is too harsh, even though people worry about gas use, water needs and local wildlife. The project will cover 40, 000 acres in Box Elder County and could use up

sports

BYU’s Big Play: Why Returning Players Matter in College Football

May 6, 2026

BYU stands out in the college football world because it keeps most of its key players from one season to the next. A recent study by CBS Sports shows that 63 % of the team’s plays last year involved players who will be on the field again in 2026. This high percentage is rare, especially for a school

politics

Religion and School Rules: Utah’s New Path

May 6, 2026

Utah lawmakers are moving forward with rules that let teachers talk about how faith shaped America’s past. The new laws do not require prayers or religious instruction, but they open classrooms to discussions about the Bible, the Ten Commandments and other holy books as historical documents. The