Boy Scouts to open ranks to girls
SALT LAKE CITY — The Boy Scouts of America is opening its ranks up to girls. The National Board of the Boy Scouts of America voted unanimously to make the change. In a statement, Chief Scout Executive Michael Surbaugh said, “This decision is true to the BSA’s mission and core values outlined in the Scout […]9 years ago
Elder Robert D. Hales remembered as man of courage, tenacity, devotion
SALT LAKE CITY — Hundreds gathered today in the Salt Lake, LDS Tabernacle to honor Elder Robert D. Hales, a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Quorum of the 12 apostles who died on Sunday. “In his 42 1/2 years as a general authority, he has participated in nearly every counsel […]9 years ago
Utah, six other states sign electric vehicle corridor agreement
Utah joined six other states today in formalizing an agreement on establishing an electric vehicle corridor, along some 5,000 miles of freeway. Governor Gary Herbert signed the agreement while at a meeting of the National Governor’s association. The agreement is set up to help states work together on standards, location and other infrastructure related to […]9 years ago
SL police say shooting followed dynamic, violent encounter
(SALT LAKE CITY) — Police say an officer-involved shooting that left one man dead and two officers injured began with the report of an assault. Salt Lake City Police Chief Mike Brown today said the officers involved, have now been released from the hospital and one is on paid administrative leave. Brown said it began […]9 years ago
Police search for violent, possible serial bank robbery suspect
(TAYLORSVILLE) – Police are looking for a man who fired a shot as he entered a credit union this morning. Unified Police Lt. Brian Lohrke said the man demanded everyone get down on the floor, then demanded money. “Very lucky no injuries on this,” Lorhke said. “Very shaken tellers and customers inside the store.” The […]9 years ago
Harvey responders from Utah receive thanks, recall Katrina
HOUSTON — As they worked to help more people get out of their water-logged homes, members of Utah’s Task Force One received thanks from members of the community. A resident bought them snacks at a convenience store southwest of Houston, telling KSL Television he simply wanted to let responders know how much he appreciated them. […]9 years ago
Shelters swell as water-logged Houston deals with aftermath of Harvey
HOUSTON — Days that feel like weeks. That’s how some people describe their experience in and around Houston as water continues to chase some people out of their homes. Even though blue skies greeted people Wednesday morning, some new areas were under evacuation due to emergency releases from reservoirs south and west of Houston. Late […]9 years ago
Evacuees seek shelter in Texas
DALLAS — As more Utahns make their way to Texas to help with relief and recovery from Hurricane Harvey, many evacuees are being brought to places like the Dallas Convention Center, which has set up a shelter ready to accommodate up to 5,000 people. Last night, more than 210 people were brought by bus to […]9 years ago
UDOT offering buses to students affected by Bangerter construction
More than 300 students who relied on a pedestrian bridge over Bangerter Highway to get too and from school, are now getting a lift from UDOT. They’re funding buses to help get the students at Oquirrh Elementary across the busy highway. A new pedestrian bridge was supposed to have been completed before the start […]9 years ago
One dead, five hurt in head-on crash at Bonneville Salt Flats
WENDOVER — One man died, five other people were hurt when a van and a pick-up truck collided on the Bonneville Salt Flats. It happened during the Bonneville Speedway’s annual Speed Week, but did not involve cars that were racing. Race Manager Pat McDowell said it happened at about 8:30 Wednesday morning in an area […]9 years ago
Orem man critical after shooting in his home
OREM – Police say an Orem man was in critical condition following an early-afternoon shooting. Police were called to 515 E. 1834 S. at about 1:30 this afternoon. Lt. Craig Martinez said the victim, a 53-year old male, was outside and had been shot once in the chest. He was taken to the hospital in […]9 years ago
Two killed in Butterfield Canyon plane crash
SALT LAKE COUNTY — Unified Police confirm two people are dead after the crash of a small plane in Butterfield Canyon. Lt. Brian Lohrke, UPD spokesman, described the plane as a two-seater but could not identify its exact type. It crashed about six miles from the mouth of the canyon, near a Girl Scout camp. […]9 years ago
Specialized rehab team moves into Brian Head fire burn area
BRIAN HEAD — A team of soil scientists, geologists, botanists and others are now working in the aftermath of the massive fire that has burned for nearly a month near Brian Head and Panguitch Lake . The fire has blackened more than 71,000 acres and is expected to be brought under control within the next […]9 years ago
Slain restaurateur’s estranged husband pleads guilty to murder
SALT LAKE CITY — The estranged husband of a well known Salt Lake restaurant owner pleaded guilty this morning to aggravated murder and aggravated arson. Craig Crawford, 48, admitted to trapping 72-year old John Williams in his home in May of 2016 and setting it on fire. Williams was found in the upper floor of […]9 years ago
No headstone for Utah girl’s grave as fraud case continues against one-time fundraiser
Addie Fausett’s story at one time had inspired hundreds of thousands of people from around the world. Diagnosed with an incurable spinal disease, she had asked for people to send her Christmas cards. The response was overwhelming. Letters and cards from around the world poured into the Mountain Green post office, all for Addie. Fausett […]9 years ago
First of 50 “Hoarded cats” now up for adoption
It’s one of what Salt Lake County Animal Service call its bigger cases involving hoarding. Now the first dozen of more than 50 cats, ranging through all ages, are up for adoption at the shelter. Spokeswoman Callista Pearson said a concerned neighbor alerted them to the situation earlier. “An officer went in and spoke with […]9 years ago
Six indicted in alleged fentanyl distribution ring
Federal Prosecutors today announced indictments against six people in a drug distribution ring they say involved large amounts of fentanyl shipped in from overseas, and re-distributed in the form of pills that looked like oxycodone. The indictment, handed up Wednesday, names Aaron Michael Shamo of Cottonwood Heights as the key player in the alleged ring. […]9 years ago
Wayne Co. memorial to honor WWII bomber crew, community
LOA, Utah — People are expected to travel from as far away as Maine, to Loa, in Wayne County, Monday, to honor a story that may be little remembered as part of the loss of World War II. But to the community and the family of six airmen who died when their plane broke apart […]9 years ago
