Lawmakers advanced SB229 to combine sick and vacation time into PTO and rework 401(k) matches; unions warn long‑serving state employees could lose earned hours. The bill also shifts maternity and insurance rules to other measures.

A deer near Scofield Reservoir tested positive for chronic wasting disease, expanding the illness's footprint in Utah. State wildlife officials urge hunters to submit samples and follow safety guidance.

A West Haven family says their 5-year-old was struck outside their home in a hit-and-run. Investigators are asking neighbors to check cameras and call with tips.

A Pacific low moves in Monday with valley rain, a chance of thunderstorms and mountain snow. Expect the wettest window Monday into Tuesday.

A compromise version of HB274 retains defense seats on Utah’s Sentencing Commission while adding prosecutors and law‑enforcement members; the bill now goes to Gov. Cox.

A Salt Lake County jury convicted Miguel Bernardino of first-degree rape and forcible sodomy in a 2016 assault. DNA evidence and persistent investigators helped secure the verdict; sentencing is set for April 2.

Clear and mild Friday in Salt Lake City with highs near 62°F. Showers return late Saturday and a wetter system arrives Monday with mountain snow possible.

Two 18-year-olds were arrested after rocks shattered windows of five cars in St. George’s Bloomington and Little Valley neighborhoods. Victims include Desert Hills High students.

A months-long narcotics probe in Tremonton ended with a SWAT search warrant and two arrests; one person was charged with distribution of methamphetamine, officials say.

Valley rain arrives Tuesday with showers and possible thunderstorms; heavy, wet snow expected above 7,000–9,000 feet.

A natural gas leak shut down 700 West at 3300 South in South Salt Lake; crews are on scene and the road is closed with no reopening timeline. Expect detours.

A 15‑year master plan for the Provo campus would add a 60‑bed forensic unit, repurpose Rampton 1 and create a new pediatric ISTEP building. The blueprint ties expansion to state budget priorities and community care capacity.

HB174 would bar puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones for most Utah minors and phases out current exemptions by Jan. 28, 2027. The bill heads to a Senate committee next.