2 Utah companies are quietly changing how AI actually works for real businesses

Beyond Chatbots: How Utah Companies Are Pioneering Practical AI Applications While much of the conversation around artificial intelligence centers on policy and potential risks, a quiet revolution is already underway in Utah. Two companies, MyAdvice and GCommerce, are not just talking about AI – they’re actively deploying it for clients, delivering measurable results, and reshaping … Read more

Meteorite hunters scour Ohio for fragments of 7-ton space rock that crashed into Earth

Ohio’s Celestial Visitor: The Rising Trend of Meteorite Hunting and Space Rock Recovery The recent fireball event over Ohio, culminating in the discovery of potential meteorite fragments near Valley City and Medina, isn’t just a local news story – it’s a sign of a growing trend. Increased public awareness, coupled with advancements in detection technology, … Read more

University of Utah student launches app to get people outside, boost connectedness

Beyond Swiping: How Social Apps Are Rewriting the Rules of Outdoor Connection A University of Utah student’s new app, Always Outdoors, isn’t just another social network. It’s a symptom of a larger trend: a growing desire for authentic connection, fueled by the outdoors and facilitated by technology. But what does the future hold for these … Read more

Suspected meteor falling over Cleveland could be seen several states away

Cleveland Fireball: A Sign of Increasing Meteor Sightings? A spectacular fireball lit up the skies over Cleveland and beyond on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, shaking homes and prompting reports from as far away as Wisconsin and Maryland. The event, described by witnesses as an explosion, is sparking discussion about the increasing frequency of these celestial … Read more

Utah aquarium, pediatric care facility among recent measles exposure sites, health officials say

Utah Measles Outbreak: A Growing Concern and What It Means for the Future Health officials in Utah are battling a significant measles outbreak, with 405 cases confirmed since last June and 98 new infections reported in the last three weeks. Recent exposure locations, including a gymnastics meet in Hurricane, the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, and … Read more

82-year-old southern Utah man combats depression with breakfast club

Combating Senior Isolation: The Rise of Men’s Social Clubs Marv Thiem, an 82-year-traditional resident of southern Utah, discovered a surprising antidote to creeping depression: a monthly breakfast club for men over 80. His story, recently highlighted by KSL.com, isn’t unique. It’s a microcosm of a growing trend – the proactive creation of social connections by … Read more

License requirement to be dropped at these Utah wildlife management areas

Utah’s Wildlife Management Areas: A New Era of Access and Stewardship Utah’s outdoor recreation landscape is undergoing a significant shift. Soon, accessing over two dozen wildlife management areas (WMAs) along the Wasatch Front won’t require a hunting or fishing license. Instead, a short educational video will unlock access, a change brought about by the recently … Read more

Utah woman’s allergy-like symptoms turn out to be rare disease

Unmasking the Invisible Illness: The Future of Diagnosing and Treating Systemic Mastocytosis For years, Misty Segrest of Salt Lake City lived with a frustrating mystery. What she believed were severe allergies turned out to be something far rarer: systemic mastocytosis. Her decade-long journey to diagnosis highlights a critical challenge in modern medicine – recognizing and … Read more

Patients say measles ‘worse than expected’ as Utah hits 350+ infections, doctors say

Utah’s Measles Outbreak: A Growing Concern and What It Means for the Future Utah is currently grappling with a significant measles outbreak, with 358 confirmed cases reported since last June. The situation is prompting urgent calls for vaccination from state health officials, who emphasize the severity of the illness and the importance of preventative measures. … Read more

Suspect in custody after 3 women found dead in Utah, 2 on hiking trail, authorities say

A suspect is in custody following the deaths of three women in Utah, two of whom were discovered on a hiking trail, authorities reported. Triple Homicide Investigation The Sevier County Sheriff’s Office confirmed via social media that a suspect was apprehended early Thursday morning. The Utah Department of Public Safety stated that investigators tracked the … Read more