A Salt Lake City man was booked on suspicion of forcible sexual abuse after a Sol Agave server said he groped her on Dec. 29; court documents and video reportedly back her account.

A Salt Lake City man was arrested after police say he stabbed his pit bull during a domestic dispute; the dog survived and was treated while investigators review the case.

The EPA signaled on Tuesday it will move to rescind the Northern Wasatch Front's "serious" ozone classification, reversing a late‑2024 upgrade and prompting sharp reactions. The change could ease permitting burdens for some industries while alarming health advocates.

Salt Lake City police responded to an early‑morning shooting near a downtown SpringHill Suites that left one person injured. Authorities say the incident appears to be isolated.

The LDS Church sued John Dehlin and his nonprofit, saying Mormon Stories' name and branding risk confusing listeners about affiliation with the Church.

Freeze Warning in Salt Lake City through noon Saturday, then a sharp warm‑up: highs near 80°F by Monday. Protect plants and outdoor pipes this morning.

Near-freezing mornings and Freeze Warnings through Friday noon and again Friday night. Light snow possible early; much warmer and sunny by the weekend.

Three Washington County schools were listed as measles exposure sites this week; health officials urge parents to monitor children and check vaccination records.

A South Jordan man is being held without bail after court records say he exchanged explicit messages with someone he thought was a 13‑year‑old decoy.

A motorcyclist was killed Monday on U.S. Highway 191 north of Moab; troopers and UDOT closed both lanes while investigators worked the scene.

The University of Utah has proposed an on‑campus Olympics research center to study sustainability, athlete wellbeing and legacy work as Utah eyes the 2034 Winter Games. The move expands ongoing partnerships and taps local economic research.

State officials report early Mormon cricket hatches across Utah and are urging landowners to scout fields as crews begin surveys and targeted control.

A Japan‑inspired listening room has opened in Fairpark, pairing daytime coffee with vinyl‑led cocktail nights.