Crime, Police + Courts
Pat Reavy, KSL
‘This isn’t a close case,’ state tells judge in Tyler Robinson case
In a memorandum, the Utah County Attorney's Office argued that Tyler Robinson should face trial, and point to his reported confession.9 days ago
Pat Reavy, KSL
Baby girl dies after being left in hot car over 2 hours, Vernal man arrested
A Vernal father is accused of leaving a child in a hot car with the windows rolled up for more than two hours on Tuesday, resulting in the child's death.9 days ago
Rebecca Boone, Associated Press
Bryan Kohberger asks to withdraw his guilty plea in the University of Idaho murders case
In a handwritten petition on Monday, Bryan Kohberger asked to withdraw his guilty plea in the murders of four University of Idaho students. He claimed his attorney's manipulated him into a plea.10 days ago
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL
Judge resigns, says workload for Utah courts is ‘not sustainable’
Citing 50- to 60-hour workweeks, Fourth District Judge Kasey Wright submitted his resignation earlier this month.10 days ago
Pat Reavy, KSL
Man accused of trying to steal luggage from youth campers in southern Utah
A man was arrested in southern Utah and accused of illegally entering hotels and trying to steal luggage belonging to a youth group.11 days ago
Logan Stefanich, KSL
Utah, 40 other states reach $18M settlement with 23andMe after data breach, bankruptcy
Utah and over 40 other states on Wednesday announced a $18 million settlement agreement with genetic information company 23andMe after the company filed for bankruptcy in March 2025.14 days ago
Tim Vandenack, KSL
Feds say 2nd suspect in killing of West Point man was also in the country illegally
The second suspect in the seemingly random killing in May of a West Point man was also an immigrant who entered the United States illegally and is facing deportation, according to federal officials.15 days ago
Bryanna Willis
Nephi woman arrested after posing as a federal official and threatening city workers, police say
A woman in Nephi was arrested after police said she made threatening calls to city workers while impersonating a federal officer.16 days ago
Matt Gephardt, KSL
Scam victims may have a chance to recover stolen money — but they must act fast
FBI data shows Utahns filed 9,903 cybercrime complaints last year, reporting more than $195 million in scam losses.16 days ago
Pat Reavy, KSL
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.21 days ago
Cassidy Wixom, KSL
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.21 days ago
Nate Eaton, EastIdahoNews.com
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.22 days ago
Annette Campbell, KSL
Utah domestic violence advocates see summer increase in calls
Advocates for victims of domestic violence said summer often brings an increase in calls for help, with more survivors reaching out for services during school breaks and warmer months.23 days ago
Pat Reavy, KSL
Dog collar, zip ties found at camp where woman was allegedly held captive, abused
A homeless man who police say held a woman against her will has been arrested for investigation of nearly three dozen charges.23 days ago
Pat Reavy, KSL
14-year-old boy charged with murder in Tooele County
A 14-year-old boy taken into custody in Tooele County after a 66-year-old man was found deceased has been charged with murder.24 days ago
Emily Ashcraft, KSL
Cottonwood Heights woman found guilty of manslaughter, abuse after elderly mother’s death
A woman was found guilty of causing her elderly mother's death after prosecutors said she did not properly care for her 77-year-old mother.24 days ago
Pat Reavy and Carter Williams, KSL
Investigators hope items found at campsite leads to those responsible for Iron Fire
Chairs purchased at Deseret Industries may be able to lead investigators in Juab County to the person or people who allegedly started the 42,000-acre Iron Fire.24 days ago
Emma Pitts, Deseret News
‘I would much rather our country look like this room’: Erika Kirk reflects on Robinson hearing
After spending a week in a Provo, Utah, courtroom for the preliminary hearing of Tyler Robinson, the 23-year-old accused of killing her husband, Erika Kirk stood in front of thousands of similarly aged Americans telling them they have a choice.24 days ago
Pat Reavy, KSL
Valley Fair Mall employee stabbed by man allegedly targeting Muslims
A 48-year-old man arrested for allegedly stabbing another man multiple times at Valley Fair Mall on Monday claims he targeted the victim because of his faith.24 days ago
Pat Reavy, KSL
West Valley officer cleared in December shooting
A West Valley City police officer was legally justified in using deadly force in a police incident on Dec. 15, the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office recently ruled.25 days ago
Cassidy Wixom, KSL
Logan police searching for man wanted in domestic violence investigation
Logan police and county deputies are searching for a potentially armed man who is wanted in a domestic violence investigation.25 days ago
Devin Oldroyd, KSL
1 man dead, another in police custody, after Springville stabbing Saturday
One man is dead, and another was arrested after a stabbing in Springville Saturday morning.26 days ago
Becky Bruce
Murray police fear there could be more victims in child sex abuse case
Murray Police have issued a warning that there could be more victims in a child sexual abuse investigation involving two 18-year-old men.28 days ago
