An advocate for people leaving polygamy says Utah's 2020 decriminalization of bigamy emboldened abusers; Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson says the change has helped survivors seek services.

Clear and chilly this morning, warming to the low 50s Monday. Dry, mild weather is expected through the weekend.

Orem crews worked through the night to repair multiple water-main breaks, leaving mud across west Orem and pointing to corroded 1990s ductile‑iron pipe.

The public comment period for the Parleys Canyon quarry near Millcreek is ending on January 31, 2026, with local government encouraging residents to participate.

Utah County Sheriff's deputies stopped a wrong-way driver on I15, preventing potential harm. The incident, which involved DUI, ended without injuries thanks to the deputies' actions.

The National Weather Service forecasts a 40% chance of snow for Salt Lake City, with current conditions clear but chilly at 32°F and normal barometric pressure. Winds are light with expected temperature highs near 44°F.

The University of Utah launched a presidential initiative focused on federalism, law, and American governance, involving experts and aiming to foster leadership amid change.

A crash in Kearns injured three adults and raised suspicions of alcohol involvement. The single-vehicle incident is under investigation by the Unified Police.

Blaser Ventures filed demolition permits near Kilby Court while pledging to preserve the venue and connect the block to Pickle & Hide and Granary Square.

Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson criticized ICE operations, relieved that a proposed detention center in her city was canceled after strong local opposition.

Nelson’s campaign to erase the word "Mormon" reshaped church branding, but reporters, members and other languages still reach for the nickname. The result: both names are likely to coexist.

A Utah House committee advanced HB60, a bill that narrows the state engineer’s review of water‑right applications and tightens who can challenge them. Supporters say it streamlines approvals; critics warn it could hurt streams and the Great Salt Lake.

Cloudy morning with temps near 25°F; sun returns with highs near 35°F. Expect a sharp dip before dawn Sunday with wind chills in the mid-teens.