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Crews responded to a working fire Sunday as media staged at First Avenue and A Street; the department provided a media hotline and warned of traffic impacts.
Politics & Govt in ...
A House committee advanced H.B. 302 on Friday, a bill that would limit municipalities to a single official flag in certain public places and could affect Salt Lake City's three new banners.
A House tax committee voted 9‑2 to advance H.B. 337 after a lengthy hearing; the bill would raise cigarette taxes and retax many nicotine products while projecting tens of millions in new revenue.
A Magna man faces felony charges after allegedly threatening student protesters and accelerating his truck near West Valley City. Court papers and video are central to the case.
A state privacy audit found the Utah Department of Health and Human Services left sensitive records for more than 2 million residents exposed and accessible to hundreds of users.
Salt Lake City Fire Department urged residents to avoid 123 E 2nd Ave as crews respond; a public information officer was en route and media staging was pending.
A head-on collision on U.S. 40 outside Myton killed two people and shut the highway for hours while troopers investigated. Officials say each vehicle had a single occupant.
Weather & Environment in ...
Unseasonably warm Sunday in Salt Lake City with highs near 61°F. Rain and mountain‑snow chances rise midweek; canyon travel could be affected.
Real Estate & Development in ...
House Bill 477 would limit cities' ability to block accessory dwelling units, allowing homeowners to add backyard homes while cities weigh infrastructure concerns. Supporters cheer; local officials plan review.
Sunny, mild weekend in Salt Lake City with highs near 58°F. A wetter pattern could bring valley rain and mountain snow early next week.
Community & Society in ...
Hundreds of Salt Lake County students staged walkouts Friday to protest ICE enforcement, marching to parks and the state Capitol and demanding change. Districts warned absences may be unexcused.
Sunny, mild days through the weekend with highs near 596F. A cold front late Monday may bring valley rain and mountain snow.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
UTA says months of TRAX upgrades will bring single‑tracking, bus bridges and scheduled closures across Salt Lake City.
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