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BYU's Jake Retzlaff accused of sexual assault: Lawyer says QB is 'factually innocent'

2 weeks ago | thespectrum.com | Jordan Mendoza

Brigham Young quarterback Jake Retzlaff has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman at his home, according to a civil lawsuit filed in Utah. The alleged victim, identified as a Salt Lake County woman, reported Retzlaff "raped, strangled and bit" her, according to Third District Court documents obtained by USA TODAY Sports. She is suing Retzlaff for alleged battery, assault and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Retzlaff currently does not face any criminal charges.
Utah is the most dangerous state for bicyclists. Here's why

3 weeks ago | thespectrum.com | Nate Trela

Biking infrastructure, fatality rates and spending are some of the reasons why a new study warns Utah cyclists to be careful on the streets.
A Utah hotel ranks among the best of the best in the US. Here's why people love it

4 weeks ago | thespectrum.com | Nate Trela

Moab Springs Ranch was named one of the Best of the Best hotels in the U.S. in Tripadvisor's recently released annual Traveler’s Choice Awards. Only 24 places to stay across the country received such a distinction, and the resort and its 12-acre ranch was honored for a number of amenities for its guests and proximity to outdoor activities. Moab is a frequent honoree in travel lists, including being recognized as one of the top small towns in the West in the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards.
King, Crown and Indica among baby names rejected in New Zealand in 2024. See full list

4 weeks ago | thespectrum.com | Greta Cross

Under New Zealand federal law, registered names cannot be offensive, resemble a title or rank, be unreasonably long, or include numbers or symbols. What do Rogue, Crown, Fanny and Mighty all have in common? They are all baby names rejected by New Zealand's federal government last year. New Zealand's Department of Internal Affairs recently published a full list of names (40, to be exact) that were requested and rejected in 2024.
America's first pope: What does choice of 'Leo XIV' say about how he wants to lead?

1 month ago | thespectrum.com | George Petras

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, 69, took the name Leo XIV after the papal conclave elected him the Catholic Church's 267th pope – the first from the U.S. – on Thursday. The conclave's choice of Prevost surprised Catholics around the world, who are now wondering what lies ahead for the church, with an American pontiff as its leader.
In-N-Out is moving ahead on a new Utah location. Here’s what we know so far

1 month ago | thespectrum.com | Nate Trela

A new place to get your fix of double-doubles, animal fries and Neapolitan shakes in southern Utah is inching closer to reality. The St. George City Council recently signed off on In-N-Out building a new restaurant in the SunRiver area, according to a notice of approved ordinances and city council agenda documents.
LPGA dishes out slow play penalty in Utah, while another player self-reports infraction

1 month ago | thespectrum.com | Beth Nichols

There were two noteworthy rulings at the inaugural Black Desert Championship, where South Korea's Haeran Ryu put together a stunning five-shot, wire-to-wire victory. The first involved the tour's second slow-penalty of the season. Rookie Chisato Iwai was assessed a two-stroke penalty on the eighth hole Friday and would go on to miss the cut by two. The LPGA put the information out via its LPGA Media twitter account.
Utah's Black Desert, site of this week's LPGA event, has soared in Golfweek's Best rankings

1 month ago | thespectrum.com | Jason Lusk

Sunrise hits a little differently in Greater Zion. As morning light comes to life, it’s not what it does to the sky. Or to the ground. All eyes are on the towering orange cliffs between – they seem to belong to neither land nor the heavens. The sunlight strikes the tops first, the mountains bursting in color. Time is marked quickly as illumination slides downward, casting aside the last of the night and presenting the full scope of the escarpments.
This Utah restaurant has the best seafood in the state, according to Yelp. See why

1 month ago | thespectrum.com | Nate Trela

Harbor Seafood & Steak Co. in Salt Lake City was named Utah’s best seafood restaurant in 2025 by Yelp. Since opening in 2014, the restaurant has strived to give guests “fresh takes on familiar Dishes in addition to an affordable wine list and delicious cocktails.” Its seafood is flown in daily, and its Wagyu beef is fresh from Mishima Ranch in Montana, according to Harbor’s website.
This Utah small town ranked among the best in the West. Here’s why

1 month ago | thespectrum.com | Nate Trela

The hustle and bustle of big cities isn’t for everyone. Whether you are on vacation or making a move, a different pace or vibe can be the right fit. That’s why USA TODAY 10BEST convened a panel of experts to name the best small towns in the US across several categories and regions. And they chose Moab as the No. 10 small town in the western U.S., the only Utah town to make the annual list.