Kelli Pierce
Graffiti vandals target Herriman schools, churches
Police in Herriman, Utah, are still looking for suspects responsible for spray-painting racist and vulgar graffiti on several buildings this week.5 years ago
Dozens of immigrants become American citizens during ceremony at the Utah State Capitol
"Everybody I think understands that this country's pretty much built on immigrants. Around here they welcome us, appreciate us," Dr. Piotr Runge says.5 years ago
Herriman man cited after firework explodes inside police cruiser
A man has been cited for illegally setting off fireworks in a field in Herriman--one of which hit the inside of a police car and detonated.5 years ago
Dozens mark Pioneer Day with protest outside ICE office in West Valley City
About 50 people celebrated Pioneer Day by demonstrating outside the Immigrations and Customs Enforcement field office in West Valley City. They called for an end to the detentions of migrants and recent raids against illegal immigrants in the United States.5 years ago
Hundreds camp out in downtown Salt Lake City for the Days of ’47 Parade
SALT LAKE CITY – People from across Utah are camping out for the night on the streets of downtown Salt Lake City. They’re trying to get a good spot to see the Days of ’47 Parade, an annual Pioneer Day tradition. Julie McConkie and her family came from Bountiful. “It’s a family tradition, and we’ve […]5 years ago
Firefighters worry about firework-sparked wildfires ahead of Pioneer Day
Unified Fire is worried about wildfires being sparked by fireworks over Pioneer Day.5 years ago
Utah woman dies after picking up bacterial infection after weight loss surgery in Mexico
A Utah woman has died after she was infected with Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a drug-resistant bacteria, during weight loss surgery in Tijuana, Mexico. The Utah Department of Health is also warning residents about the doctor she used.5 years ago
UDOT makes safety upgrades after autonomous shuttle accident injures man in Salt Lake City
The Utah Department of Transportation says its has made some safety upgrades on autonomous shuttles after a passenger was hurt.5 years ago
Delta drops sports baggage fee
Sports equipment is welcome on Delta flights without the extra fees. Tourism officials hope the saved money will be spent elsewhere in Utah, boosting the local economy.5 years ago
Faceapp challenge could mean your photos are in the hands of the Russians
Social media is filled with pictures of people artificially aged through a popular app. There may be a problem with who is behind the app and what they can do with your data and your face.5 years ago
Wallsburg man charged with sexually abusing boy
A Wallsburg man has been charged with aggravated sexual abuse of a child. The alleged action took place against an 8-year-old boy on Mount Timpanogos.5 years ago
South Salt Lake Police officer escapes with minor injuries after wild State Street crash
A South Salt Lake Police officer walked away with minor injuries after part of a light pole fell on him during a crash on southbound State Street.5 years ago
Mackenzie Lueck murder suspect expected in a Salt Lake City courtroom Monday
The man charged with killing Mackenzie Lueck will have his first court date Monday.5 years ago
Concerns about Snapchat raised after Logan Police say man raped girl he lured over the app
Cyber security experts say the rape of a girl lured through Snapchat is a reason parents should think twice about letting kids use the messaging app.5 years ago
Inland port protesters accuse Salt Lake City police of inciting violence
The organizers also aired their grievances against the media and state leaders several times, and called the inland port project "environmental racism."5 years ago
Report: Taxes going up in large cities across Utah
Salt Lake City, Bluffdale, South Salt Lake, St. George, and American Fork earned the distinction of "Worst 5" for higher taxes than average.5 years ago
The missing hiker found alive in Little Cottonwood Canyon
Unified Police search and rescue volunteers are combing Little Cottonwood Canyon for a missing hiker. A 41-year-old woman had been missing since Thursday.5 years ago
Fatal crashes on Utah highway drop year-over-year
UHP reported just 12 fatal crashes between Memorial Day and July 2nd. Troopers suspect a law change and the rise of ride-sharing led to the change.5 years ago
Sparklers could cause brush fires this 4th of July; firefighters urge caution
People who want to use sparklers are being urged to watch their children, stay on concrete, and dunk the sparklers in a bucket of water when they are done.5 years ago
Littering leads to stabbing in West Valley City, suspect still on the loose
West Valley City Police are looking for a homeless man they say stabbed another man over a case of littering.5 years ago
Fire season has arrived in Utah, fueled by a wet winter
Firefighters say this year's fire season could be a long one after fires popped up in Salt Lake City, Herriman, Beaver, and Tooele County over the weekend.5 years ago
Tips flood in as Salt Lake City Police look for leads in Mackenzie Lueck case
Salt Lake City Police say they know Mackenzie Lueck was texting after she arrived at the airport on June 17, and are tracking down leads.5 years ago
Alcohol-related crashes, deaths drop dramatically under .05 DUI law
The number of deaths from crashes blamed on driving under the influence has gone down 70% since Utah's tough .05 DUI law went into effect.5 years ago
