FBI Salt Lake City reports 18 arrests and 18 firearms seized during Operation Spring Cleaning, part of a three‑month national sweep.

A watchdog says 'shocking' conditions at Provo Canyon School demand stronger state oversight as families sue and regulators tighten licensing.

A 480‑acre easement now protects Payson’s Forebay Recreation Area, preserving trails, pond and watershed in permanent public hands after years of volunteer work and planning.

Sandy City posted a prohibited‑areas map and the narrow July dates when private fireworks are allowed, and officials are urging caution amid dry conditions.

Salt Lake City investigators arrested a suspect after a small vegetation fire at Memory Grove was contained to roughly half an acre.

Apple Valley officials urged residents to conserve water after a private well deepening appears to have drained part of the town's aquifer. An emergency meeting is set for 6 p.m. tonight.

Millcreek Common’s Independence Eve Big Air Show on July 3 will feature a drone light show, Lucha Libre and the Globe of Death. Tickets are $5.

Police say a person of interest is in custody after a March 19 gang-related shooting in Kearns that left a victim critically injured. Nearby schools were briefly secured while officers searched the area.

Salt Lake County officials say filings for crimes against older adults are up while many cases go unreported. Advocates point to respite and senior centers as prevention.

Clear and cool now, but the valley warms into the low 90s midweek. NWS warns dry air and gusty winds raise fire danger across parts of Utah.

Sunny Sunday warms into the upper 80s with low 90s by Tuesday. Southern Utah could see afternoon storms; midweek heat and gusty northwest winds raise fire danger.

A five-story Salt Lake City apartment building caught fire near 475 E and 900 S; firefighters evaluated four people and one was taken to the hospital in serious condition.

Kevin Franke says his family's state victim advocate will end June 30; lawmakers say funding remains in the budget and DHHS is reviewing next steps. Franke wants the role restored.