The National Weather Service predicts haze in Salt Lake City, with patchy fog clearing for mostly sunny skies and highs near 41°F. Calm winds and steady weather are expected over the weekend, with temperatures rising towards midweek.

Salt Lake City's planning panel recommended denying an 80‑acre Northpoint rezoning after residents and watershed officials raised wetlands concerns near the Great Salt Lake. The proposal now moves to City Council with that recommendation.

West Valley City invites residents to shape its future through a General Plan update, with a workshop on January 21, 2026, emphasizing community input in transportation, housing, and development.

Aimee Winder Newton leads the Salt Lake County Council as Chair in 2026, focusing on criminal justice reform alongside Vice Chair Sheldon Stewart and other members.

Shane Hagaman was arrested for fatally shooting Tyson Scott Babb, who allegedly tried to steal Hagaman's bike near East High School in Salt Lake City.

Provo City is coordinating its Water Resources Division with the Fire Marshal's Office to ensure backflow prevention in fire systems, which protect drinking water and comply with safety codes.

A fatal crash on the I-15 on-ramp in St. George caused significant delays, with area traffic heavily impacted. Details on the cause and identities remain undisclosed.

Unified Fire Authority responded to a car fire, reminding drivers on social media to watch for overheating signs such as steam, strange smells, and dashboard alerts for vehicle safety.

Protesters in Salt Lake City rallied against ICE after a deadly shooting, demanding accountability and reform of federal immigration enforcement, alongside nationwide demonstrations.

A hot air balloon hit power lines in La Verkin, Utah, leading emergency services to rescue the two passengers and remove the balloon after de-energizing the lines. No injuries were reported.

Salt Lake City's weather will be clear and calm this week with sunny days and temperatures around 40°F, despite a cold front and nights down to the low 20s. Haze starting Tuesday may affect air quality.

Millcreek welcomes two new city council members with an inauguration event at City Hall, emphasizing community engagement and the start of their terms.

Somali national in Utah, Muna Abdi, is sentenced to probation and ordered to repay over $25,000 for fraudulently obtaining her deceased mother's Social Security benefits.