A Salt Lake City police officer, Thomas Douglas Goodsell, is charged with felony stalking of his ex-girlfriend after persistent attempts to contact her across multiple platforms and expressing suicidal ideation.

Salt Lake City Police issued a Silver Alert for missing 76-year-old Francisca Torres, who has dementia and was last seen wearing blue jeans and a green sweater.

A 14-year-old girl in Utah was hospitalized after being run over by a family member's vehicle at an Eagle Mountain parade and later hit by a car near Lehi rodeo grounds. Both incidents are under investigation.

Bulgarian sophomore Simeon Terziev transfers to the University of Utah's men's tennis team, bringing notable competitive experience which could boost the team's performance in the 2025-26 season.

SLCPD's Bike Squad seized over six pounds of meth and $6,200 cash, following a tip-off about drug activity on South Redwood Road. The operation extended to a hotel and involved several police units. Charges are pending as the investigation continues.

The SLCPD is probing a fatal crash where a child was hit by an SUV driven by a family member. Despite medical efforts, the young victim died. The CAR Team investigates as the area remains closed.

Governor Cox is hosting a summit with mayors in Utah to address housing challenges, aiming to create 35,000 affordable homes for families entering the market.

Mayor Erin Mendenhall announced the opening of a new trailhead at Bonneville Blvd in Salt Lake City, part of an initiative to improve outdoor access in the Foothills Natural Area.

Utah's Governor Cox and Lt. Governor Henderson's week includes meetings with officials, attending events like the Special Olympics, and discussions on housing and public safety.

Elias Petersen of the University of Utah has earned Academic All-American honors for the 2024-25 year, alongside fellow Ute Jesco Helling, recognized for their academic and athletic excellence.

USU celebrated community engagement excellence, honoring faculty, staff, students, alumni, and partners for their contributions to societal betterment.

SLCPD issues a public advisory urging gun owners to secure their firearms and document serial numbers to help recover stolen weapons and enhance public safety.

The SLCPD Gang Unit won "Gang Unit of the Year" for exceptional efforts in combating gangs, reflecting their successful adaptation to modern gang dynamics and achievements in arrests and seizures.