Father drowns trying to save son who jumped into Utah lake to rescue woman in storm

The father was swimming and boating with his 17-year-old son this weekend when thunderstorms impacted Willard Bay State Park near Eagle Beach in Utah, authorities said.

'Double Arch' at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area has collapsed: National Park Service

The Double Arch, per park officials, was a frequently visited geological feature, and it collapsed on Aug. 8. Changing water levels and erosion are believed to have contributed to the collapse.

Small plane crashes into front yard; Everyone survives

A small plane crashed into a family's front yard in Utah. The plane's pilot and passenger both survived the wreck.

Salt Lake City to host 2034 Winter Olympics in first return since 2002

Salt Lake City was formally awarded the 2034 Winter Olympics following a Wednesday vote by the International Olympic Committee in Paris, giving Utah its second Games after hosting in 2002.

Sundance Film Festival narrows down future host cities: Here’s where

On Friday, the Sundance Institute announced its six finalists in its search for a new host location for the influential Sundance Film Festival.

Father, daughter die at Canyonlands National Park after running out of water in 100-degree heat

The tragedy marks the latest deaths this summer at National Parks in the West, including at Grand Canyon and Death Valley national parks. A record heat wave has claimed dozens of lives in Arizona, California, Utah, and Oregon.

Woman found dead near Utah trail; Cell phone captured tragic final moments

Utah authorities have identified 19-year-old Cynthia Ann Grimwood as the woman found dead near Horsetail Falls in the mountains above Alpine.

Bryce Canyon National Park ranger dies after tripping, falling

The National Park Service announced that veteran park ranger Tom Lorig, 78, passed away on Friday after a tragic accident at Bryce Canyon National Park.

Truck driver accused of killing Utah officer was holding woman captive

Michael Aaron Jayne was arrested on May 11, for allegedly driving his truck into and killing Santaquin Police Sgt. Bill Hooser during a traffic stop, while also holding a woman captive in the cab of his truck; Jayne faces multiple charges including aggravated murder and kidnapping.

Cat shipped in Amazon box from Utah to California

The owner reunited with her beloved cat after nearly a week when the animal accidentally climbed into a shipment box.

Kevin Bacon visits Utah high school where 'Footloose' was filmed

Actor Kevin Bacon, who starred in the 1984 musical "Footloose," delighted fans by visiting the Utah high school where the movie was filmed.

Guilty plea by leader of polygamous sect near the Arizona-Utah border is at risk of being thrown out

A guilty plea by the leader of an offshoot polygamous sect near the Arizona-Utah border is at risk of being thrown out due to an unmet condition of his deal that hinged on whether others charged in the case also would plead guilty.