Joe Wirthlin

Election day food drives to be held at polling centers in Utah County cities

Four cities in Utah County are partnering with Community Action Services and Food Bank to host a food drive for up to 11,000 families impacted by the SNAP shutdown
10 months ago

Tire failure causes SUV rollover in Wendover Saturday

A tire failed four miles from the border of Nevada on Interstate 80, causing an SUV rollover
10 months ago

Time capsule from Japanese Church of Christ in Salt Lake City revealed to public Saturday

The contents of a 101-year old time capsule found in the cornerstone of the Japanese Church of Christ in Salt Lake City were displayed to the public on Saturday.
10 months ago

First single-port thoracic procedure via da Vinci SP robotic system performed in Utah

Another honor can be bestowed upon the name of da Vinci. Specifically, the da Vinci SP robotic system.
10 months ago

Auto-pedestrian crash in Provo leaves child dead, another injured

An auto incident in Provo on Tuesday afternoon left one child dead and another in stable condition.
10 months ago

Avoid eating food at unpermitted food vendors, health officials warn

Potential customers are warned to ensure they purchase food from vendors who have valid health department permits in their name.
10 months ago

Open house, dedication dates for Lindon Utah Temple announced

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the dates for the open house and dedication of the Lindon Utah Temple.
10 months ago

Rock climber falls in American Fork Canyon, prompting search and rescue

Two rock climbers collided in American Fork Canyon, prompting emergency medical services to send in a rescue team.
10 months ago

Police called after novelty grenade sparks bomb threat

Shaun Becker with the South Jordan Police Department said a man called the police because he believed there was an explosive device in his vehicle.
10 months ago

Police searching for man who brandished weapon in Clinton

Police from Clinton requested public help in identifying the individual seen in connection to an incident on Sept. 13, 2025.
10 months ago

Wettest October on record leaves ‘significantly boosted’ water year outlook

The Utah Division of Water Resources reported an improved outlook for Utah's water supply after October rainfall broke a 151 year record and set up the 2025-2026 water year on a positive note.
10 months ago

No. 15 BYU prevails over No. 23 Utah in rivalry classic

BYU bests Utah 24-21 at home during the deep-rooted rivalry game and stays undefeated, while Utah now has two losses.
10 months ago

M.C.I Foods Inc. recalls ready-to-eat breakfast burritos, wraps due to possible listeria contamination

M.C.I. Foods Inc. is recalling more than 90,000 lbs of ready-to-eat breakfast products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
10 months ago

KPop Demon Hunters sing-along in theaters Halloween weekend

KPop Demon Hunters Sing-Along is returning to theaters this Halloween season.
10 months ago

Interstate 215 repaving project closes TRAX stations over weekend

The Utah Department of Transportation has announced multiple TRAX stations will be closed over the weekend while Interstate 215 continues its repaving project.
10 months ago

BYU’s Founder’s Day Time Capsule opened 50 years later

Brigham Young University opened the Founder’s Day Time Capsule 50 years to the day after it had been buried during the university’s centennial celebration.
10 months ago

Interstate 215 to close for ten nights near Parley’s Canyon

As early as 9 p.m., crews will close I-215 near Tanner Park to repair three beams of the eastbound bridge. Interstate 80 will remain open throughout the night, and I-215 will reopen by 6 a.m. each morning.
10 months ago

Layton apartment fire not human-caused or suspicious, investigators say

Fire department officials in Layton determined the apartment fire on Oct. 10 was not human-caused or otherwise suspicious in nature, with the investigation still ongoing.
10 months ago

Utah leads nation in community according to Social Capital Index

The Social Capital Index found that Utah ranked number one in the country for community life in 2025, according to the Utah Foundation
10 months ago

No new temples announced during October General Conference

President Oaks explained that the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles counseled together and determined not to announce any new temples at this conference.
11 months ago

Second wettest day on record reported in Salt Lake City

Nealy 2.5 inches of rain fell at the Salt Lake International Airport on Saturday, marking the second wettest day on record since 1901.
11 months ago

2 dead after crash on US-89 near Big Water in Kane County

A car crash near Big Water in Kane County left two people dead on Wednesday afternoon.
11 months ago

First snow at Snowbird heralds upcoming ski season

Snowbird announced the first snow of the season on their slopes, heralding in excitement for the upcoming ski season
11 months ago

More than 200 miles of mountain bike trails near Moab open to Class 1 e-bikes

Community and public input into the decision to allow Class 1 e-bikes helped the BLM determine which trails and areas would be available.
11 months ago