05/13/2026

Utah's Water Crisis: Legislature Invests Over $300M in Great Salt Lake Revival

As the Great Salt Lake hit record lows in 2022, Utah lawmakers have committed more than $300 million in conservation funding since then, combining state appropriations with federal investments to rescue the ecological and economic cornerstone of the state. The latest efforts include water leasing programs, agricultural optimization, and ecosystem restoration targeting the 10-12 million birds dependent on the lake.

May 13

Salt Lake City police arrest suspect in string of downtown robberies

A 28-year-old man is in custody after Salt Lake City Police linked him to five armed robberies targeting local businesses through surveillance footage. The arrests come as the department intensifies efforts to combat a spike in commercial robberies in the downtown corridor.

May 13

RSL's Arango Brace Fuels 3-0 Open Cup Shutout in Sandy

Chicho Arango's two goals powered Real Salt Lake to a dominant 3-0 victory over a lower-division foe in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup at Rio Tinto Stadium. The shutout keeps RSL's trophy aspirations alive in the historic tournament. Utah's MLS side showed poise against underdogs, echoing past memorable runs at home.

May 13

BYU lands 5-star QB Ryder Lyons in historic recruiting haul

May 13

Jazz Clinch Playoffs with Markkanen's 35 in OT Thriller Over Lakers

May 13

Utah STEM Action Center Advances K-12 Designations Amid Math Overhaul

Utah's STEM schools are surging with 29 designated programs as of April 2025, fueling college and career readiness in the Silicon Slopes. Bolstered by grants for personalized math software and proposed standards embedding data science from preschool, the state is reshaping K-12 education for tech-driven futures. With application deadlines looming, districts race to integrate coding, robotics and analytics.

May 13

RSV Surge Fills Utah Kids' Hospitals, Vaccines Urged

Hospitals in Salt Lake City and Lehi are at full capacity with children battling a spike in RSV cases. Health officials warn of impending flu increases while pushing vaccinations amid strained pediatric resources. Parents in Provo and Ogden are urged to monitor symptoms closely.

May 13

The Algorithmic Tightrope: Personalization vs. Conformity

Are algorithms curating our experiences to enrich our lives, or are they trapping us in echo chambers that stifle growth and divide us further? Let's explore the fine line between personalized convenience and homogenized thought.

May 13

The Contentious Case of Counterpoint: Is Structured Disagreement Really Divisive?

May 13

Is the Era of Nuance Over? Point, Counterpoint, and the Missing Middle Ground

May 13

Numbers All Around: Unlocking the Fibonacci Fun in Everyday Life

May 13

Sync or Sink: Streamlining Your Brand Across Social Platforms

May 13

The Curious Case of Competing Truths: Can We All Be Right At Once?

In an age defined by opposing viewpoints, Splurge Sullivan dives into the possibility that multiple “truths” can coexist, and the potential value of embracing this complexity.

May 13

Penn State Football Undergoes Changes in Campbell's First Four Months

Head Coach Matt Campbell has implemented changes within Penn State's football program during his first four months. The focus is on player development and a renewed emphasis on recruiting. The impact on the team's performance remains to be seen.

May 13

Arsenal Edges West Ham 1-0 After VAR Disallows Late Equalizer

May 13

Projected NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Field Released: Florida Holds Top Seed

May 13

Power Four Football: Top Newcomers to Watch in 2026

May 13

Dante Fowler Signs With Seahawks After Lawrence's Super Bowl Pitch

May 13