Spanish Fork teen becomes youngest to hike 36-mile ridge surrounding Little Cottonwood Canyon
A teenager from Spanish Fork has become the youngest person known to complete a grueling 36-mile hike connecting all of the peaks surrounding Little Cottonwood Canyon.1 year ago
Eccles Theater closed for renovations, but there’s a new way to view art there
Eccles Theater remains closed for renovations for a few more weeks, but there's a new way to enjoy some art while it undergoes a facelift.1 year ago
4 West Jordan officers found legally justified in killing man in 2024 shootout
On July 5, 2024, Nicholas Kemp, 45, was shot and killed by West Jordan police officers originally responding to a domestic violence-related call.1 year ago
Time up? Grand County votes to send letter to Interior opposing Arches timed entry
The letter asks Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to consider other options for handling park visitation, like a new northern park entrance.1 year ago
Cox asks Utahns to ‘please, please, please’ reduce fire risks ahead of Pioneer Day
Gov. Spencer Cox is urging Utahns to "please, please, please be vigilant" while recreating on public lands in the state, as drought conditions worsen amid an already busy wildfire season.1 year ago
Former high school coach to serve probation after no-contest plea to kissing student
The former assistant coach worked at Water Canyon High School in Hildale, in Utah's Washington County.1 year ago
Death row inmate set for execution asks for clemency
Ralph Menzies was found guilty of murdering Maurine Hunsaker, a 26-year-old mother of three who worked at a gas station in Kearns, in 1986.1 year ago
Sandy woman to spend at least 15 years in prison after setting fire that destroyed 6 apartments
A woman was sent to prison after setting a fire at Liberty Heights Apartments in Sandy that destroyed six apartment units.1 year ago
Rock and mudslide impacts 3 homes in Holladay
A rockslide and mudslide in Holladay severely damaged one home on Tuesday night and damaged the outside of two other homes.1 year ago
Not guilty pleas entered for 2 men in Ogden dog-hoarding case
Not guilty pleas were entered by the judge for the two men charged in the Ogden dog-hoarding case from April.1 year ago
Sundance plans to make final Utah film festival a ‘celebration full of gratitude and joy’
The final Sundance Film Festival to be held in Utah will be a "celebration full of gratitude and joy," featuring events and celebrations, including a nod to Sundance's founding father.1 year ago
Corrections officials preparing for firing squad — Utah’s 2nd execution in 13 months
Utah is preparing for the state's second execution in a little over a year. An execution warrant was signed for Ralph Menzies last week.1 year ago
West-side Mexican eatery to shut its doors amid neighborhood transformation
A Mexican eatery located on Salt Lake City's west side is closing its doors, prodded, in part, by plans to redevelop the site where the business sits.1 year ago
Party foul? Salt Lake City explores new ways to crack down on ‘unruly’ gatherings
Utah's capital city is exploring a new approach to address "unruly" parties and gatherings, but city leaders say they also want to better define these events before enacting a new law.1 year ago
Grand Canyon’s North Rim closed due to nearby wildfire
Rangers also ordered an evacuation of people at the North Rim because of the White Sage Fire, which is burning on BLM land near Jacob Lake.1 year ago
Section of Jordan River trail to reopen after ‘cartel activity,’ other issues led to closure
A section of the Jordan River Parkway trail is set to reopen months after Salt Lake City closed it amid several concerns, including crime.1 year ago
Anglers, outdoor enthusiasts argue against gate at Strawberry Reservoir marina
Fisherman who fish at Strawberry Reservoir feel adding a gate to close the roadway to the marina could be a bad idea in the winter.1 year ago
Native American culture to be featured at Native Market Days in Orem
Native Market Days serves in part to bridge Native and and non-Native culture according to the non-profit American Indian Services.1 year ago
Criminal or hero? Trial starts for Utah doc accused of selling COVID cards, destroying vaccines
Defense argues the Utah doctor didn't obstruct any federal program, citing state oversight and autonomy.1 year ago
Salt Lake woman charged with trying to kill boyfriend by setting him on fire
A woman is being charged after allegedly setting her boyfriend on fire in Midvale.1 year ago
Slate Canyon is ‘not for sale,’ Provo mayor says in response to water park’s plans
A key land parcel at the foot of Slate Canyon "not for sale" amid expansion plans from a nearby water park, the Provo's mayor says.1 year ago
Saratoga Springs residents concerned with drive-thrus built behind their backyards
A group of Saratoga Springs townhome residents are concerned about noise and light pollution from drive-thrus encroaching on their privacy.1 year ago
‘This is a murder story’: Warrants detail items, note found in home where mother, son were killed
Newly unsealed search warrants offer previously undisclosed details about the killings of a Saratoga Springs mother and her 8-year-old son in March.1 year ago
