Therapy Dog Ardi Brings Comfort to Huntsman Cancer Institute Patients
The 5-year-old Great Pyrenees has a special talent for sensing when patients need affection and support.
The Daphne: A Finicky But Fragrant Shrub for Utah Gardens
Utah Seeks New Process for Honoring People on State Highways
Weather
Bryce Canyon National Park Closes Navajo Loop Trail After Mudslides
Park officials cite safety concerns due to rapid snowmelt and saturated soils

Utah Braces for Continued Storm Disruptions
Flights grounded, roads closed as winter weather slams the state
Avalanche Kills One in Wasatch County
Authorities are investigating the deadly incident in the Wasatch Mountains.
Lifestyle
High Schoolers Surprise Elementary Basketball Team with Cheers
After the 4th graders became the 'mini student section' for the high school team, the high schoolers returned the favor.

Hotels Evolve to Support Modern Events
Flexibility, flow, and in-between spaces are shaping event-friendly hotel design.
LDS Conference Center To Close For Close To A Year
Major events will still be held during the closure for construction and upgrades.
Politics
Utah Legislature Breaks Record for Most Bills Filed
House Speaker says focus is on vetting bills thoroughly rather than passing high volume

Utah Bill Aims to Protect Campus Guest Speakers
Legislation would prevent colleges from restricting speech on campuses after backlash over banned word list.
Bagley Cartoon: The Empty Cell
Check out Pat Bagley's latest cartoon: The Empty Cell.
Crime
Elderly Driver Crashes Into Sandy Restaurant, Suspected of DUI
Surveillance footage captures moment SUV plows into popular Mexican eatery during lunchtime rush.

Mary Cosby's Son Charged with Domestic Violence Before Death
Robert Cosby Jr. had a warrant out for his arrest weeks before his tragic overdose death.
Scammers Targeting People Seeking Side Hustles
FTC warns of fraudulent job offers promising high pay for little work
Health
Winter Storms Force More Red Cross Blood Drive Cancellations in Northeast
Disruptions add to national blood shortage, making Utah donations especially critical

Measles Outbreak Spreads to Utah High Schools
Unvaccinated students at Highland High School and Stansbury High School exposed to measles virus
Ophthalmologist Steffen Schmitz-Valckenberg Joins Moran Eye Center
Renowned expert in retinal imaging and gene therapy appointed to prestigious position at University of Utah