Forest Service determines what sparked Utah’s largest fire so far this year
On Tuesday the US Forest Service said the Babylon Fire within the Manti-La Sal National Forest was caused by lightning on June 25; however, smoke wasn't noticed until a day later.14 days ago
200 homes impacted by Beaver flooding; water order still in place, mayor says
Approximately 200 homes were impacted by flooding after quick, heavy rain fell on the Cottonwood Fire burn scar on Sunday, city officials said.14 days ago
Potential Daylight Saving Time change would impact American Jewish community
U.S. lawmakers passed a bill to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide, which may affect Jewish observances, as the clocks do not follow the path of the sun.14 days ago
Parts of scenic SR 153 in southern Utah washed out, forcing UDOT to close it indefinitely
State Route 153 is closed indefinitely between Beaver and Piute County after UDOT said flash flooding and debris flows damaged the surface.14 days ago
Your guide to Pioneer Day activities, fireworks in Utah
Utah's Pioneer Day holiday celebrates the arrival of the first group of pioneers entering the Salt Lake Valley in 1847. Cities across Utah are celebrating with unique events to mark the holiday.14 days ago
Donations pour in for woman who lost five family members in southern Utah flash flood
A campaign created to support a 23-year-old woman who lost 5 family members in a southern Utah flash flood is drawing donations nationally.14 days ago
1 dead after hood malfunction leads to crash on I-215 in Salt Lake County
A driver who'd stopped on the freeway to address a hood malfunction was killed when their vehicle was struck by a semitruck, state troopers said.14 days ago
Beaver County Commission declares state of emergency after fires, flooding
The Beaver County Commission declared a state of emergency for Beaver County on Tuesday following a spate of wildfires and flooding.14 days ago
‘Best days at UVU are ahead’: Jon Anderson appointed president at Utah Valley University
The Utah Board of Higher Education on Friday voted unanimously to appoint Jon Anderson as the next Utah Valley University president.18 days ago
Valley Fair Mall stabbing incident charged as hate crime
A Taylorsville man accused of stabbing another man multiple times at Valley Fair Mall, allegedly because of his faith, has been charged with two counts of attempted murder.18 days ago
State revokes license of Provo Canyon School’s Provo campus amid lawsuit, abuse allegations
Provo Canyon School's Provo campus license was revoked Friday by the state of Utah following continued allegations of abuse and numerous compliance citations.18 days ago
Could one account replace food stamps, housing, child care benefits? This Utah group thinks so
A Utah-based think tank proposes replacing several federal social welfare programs, like food stamps, with a single benefit, and suggests Utah could pilot the program.18 days ago
Second person arrested in connection with West Point homicide investigation
Davis County announced the arrest of a second person involved in a West Point porch shooting in May that led to the death of a veteran.18 days ago
Iran war fueling economic uncertainty, pressures for Utah consumers
As Utah settles into the dog days of summer, the state's economic picture — like the rest of the nation's — remains uneven and rapidly changing.19 days ago
Bear Lake sheriff credits bystanders for saving woman’s life in boating accident
Quick actions of bystanders are credited with helping save the life of a woman who was seriously injured on Bear Lake Saturday.19 days ago
Women’s Disc Golf Championship tees off in Utah
The 2026 United States Women's Disc Golf Championship is bringing 363 competitors from around the world to Brighton Resort and three other courses across the Wasatch Front.19 days ago
Judge revokes bond for Idaho mom as her attorney argues vaccines, not murder, killed twins
A judge revoked bond Tuesday afternoon for an Idaho mother accused of murdering her twin toddlers despite her claims the children died from routine vaccinations.19 days ago
Utah asks DOJ not to interfere with state elections after it threatened Lt. Gov. Henderson
Top Utah officials asked the DOJ not to interfere with state elections after the agency threatened Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson with prosecution over election administration last week.19 days ago
New maps show landmarks removed from Bears Ears, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments
Newly released state maps show which of southern Utah's most recognizable landscapes would lose national monument protections under President Trump's latest executive order.19 days ago
Man with history of starting fires arrested in connection with Timp Fire
A 46-year-old homeless man who police say has a history of starting fires and leaving them unattended has been arrested in connection with the Timp Fire, a small wildfire that burned last week in American Fork Canyon.19 days ago
How agritourism is drawing thousands to Utah farms
A new study shows there's been a surge in agritourism in Utah, and it's coming at an otherwise trying time for many of the state's farmers.19 days ago
Herriman family completes goal of visiting all 63 national parks
A Herriman family has visited every national park in the United States, and they aren't finished exploring.19 days ago
Weather service issues flood watch, cautions communities near recent wildfires
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for southern Utah due to monsoonal storms, flooding is probable in slot canyons and recent wildfire burn scars.19 days ago
