Simone Seikaly
Earthquake recorded near Springville, Utah
As of mid-afternoon on Wednesday, there had been no reports of injuries or property damage after the earthquake near Springville.3 years ago
Letters from death row: The writing campaign of Doug Lovell
More than 20 years after the rape and murder of Joyce Yost, her killer, Doug Lovell, wrote a series of letters aimed at helping him avoid the death penalty.3 years ago
Utah drought conditions could affect boaters this year
Boaters in Utah should be aware of boat ramp conditions before heading out, as extreme drought conditions may hamper boat launching.3 years ago
Gov. Cox nixes fireworks on state lands, beginning Tuesday June 8
The Governor ordered twice-weekly watering, only on state properties, and said he may not rule out a statewide ban on fireworks.3 years ago
Three people killed after chain-reaction crash in Wasatch County
It is unknown what caused the first vehicle to stop abruptly, leading to a fatal chain-reaction crash in Provo Canyon on Monday afternoon.3 years ago
Slow speed chase begins as DUI stop, ends with arrest in Millcreek
The slow-speed chase originated as a DUI stop but continued when police say the suspect returned to his car and drove away.3 years ago
Arrest made in connection to fatal shooting at graduation party, police looking for 3 more suspects
Police are looking for three other suspects involved in a fatal shooting at a graduation party that left one 19-year-old dead.3 years ago
Four people injured, including operator, after UTA bus left the roadway
A UTA spokesman says the bus may have hit a utility pole. An investigation is ongoing.3 years ago
Utah lawmakers remember D-Day on 77th anniversary
Several Utah lawmakers remembered D-Day by sharing their thoughts on Twitter, honoring the brave soldiers fighting for freedom on that day.3 years ago
Body of missing climber in Zion National Park recovered
A search for the missing climber in Zion National Park began on Saturday, by Sunday the park had closed several trails to accommodate the search.3 years ago
UPDATE: 280 homes/150 people evacuated due to Mammoth Creek fire
Hundreds of homes and people have been evacuated as the Mammoth Creek wildfire continues to burn 21 miles east-southeast of Cedar City.3 years ago
40 years ago, the first cases of AIDS were reported in the US
Saturday marks the 40th anniversary of the nation's first reported cases of AIDS. More than 700,000 people in the US have died of the disease.3 years ago
Wildfires burning near Cedar City and in Utah County
Two Utah wildfires are keeping fire officials busy; one, in the Dixie National Forest east of Cedar City and the Bennion Fire in Utah County.3 years ago
Mine-sniffing rat Magawa ends years of hard work in Cambodia
This mine sniffing rat, an African giant pouched rat, is the most successful rodent ever trained by a Belgian nonprofit to find land mines.3 years ago
Injured climber rescued in Little Cottonwood Canyon
SALT LAKE CITY — A climber with a broken ankle was rescued Saturday morning by the Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue. Officials said two climbers were on a route called Jesus or Jeopardy, on a wall known as The Egg, when one climber fell near one of the route’s upper bolts. That climber […]3 years ago
SLC School District Board Member resigns after child pornography arrest
Joel-Lehi Organista resigned his position after court documents were filed Friday morning, detailing child pornography charges against him.3 years ago
COVID-19 reinfection is rare say Italian researchers
The researchers studied hundreds of people who had been infected, as well as those who had not, to come to a conclusion about reinfection.3 years ago
COLD: How Doug Lovell tried to change his guilty plea to fight death
Doug Lovell tried to take back his guilty plea in the murder of Joyce Yost, making that the basis of his appeal in the case.3 years ago
A paint shortage is impacting contractors – pandemic only partly to blame
The paint shortage has several causes including supply chain interruptions, manufacturing issues, and the big winter storm in Texas.3 years ago
Veterans return to Memorial Day traditions as pandemic eases
Veterans say wreath-laying ceremonies, barbecues and other familiar events are a welcome chance to reconnect with fellow service members.3 years ago
UPDATE: Brush fire out, some power still out in St. George
A brush fire caused a chain reaction of events Sunday afternoon in St. George, Utah, including a small explosion and power outage.3 years ago
Risky, impatient climbers bring danger to themselves and others on Denali
After no deaths in 2018 and 2019, at least two people have already died on the mountain in 2021. Two other people were seriously injured.3 years ago
Indianapolis 500 welcomes 135,000 fans in global benchmark
Most Indy 500 fans had no concerns about COVID-19. A year ago, no fans were allowed for the race that was delayed from May to August.3 years ago
