A man was arrested for theft and drug possession in Salt Lake City and faked a medical emergency to avoid jail. He was charged and his tactics were denounced by police.

An SLCPD officer arrested parolee Michael Martinez for possessing illegal substances and burglary tools after he was found in a tampered restricted area. Martinez faces new charges, including criminal trespass.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints defends against a lawsuit questioning their handling of tithing donations in federal court, with a focus on claims of fraud and financial transparency.

The article describes cold and clear weather in Salt Lake City on Martin Luther King Day, with harsh wind chills and a forecast for a modest mid-week warm-up followed by a potential return to snow by the weekend.

SLCPD is investigating a serious hit-and-run in the Ballpark neighborhood, with two motorcyclists injured. Witnesses saw the suspect's damaged vehicle flee.

The SLCPD has heightened its alertness for the MLK Day and Presidential Inauguration, coordinating resources for safety, and will act against any criminal activity. No specific threats are known for January 20, 2025.

The article provides a detailed weather forecast for Salt Lake City, with overcast to sunny skies, varying temperatures, and potential snow on the weekend.

Utah saw a record number of drug overdose deaths in 2023, with fentanyl-related fatalities rising sharply, prompting DHHS to implement prevention strategies and the creation of a Fentanyl Task Force.

Utah joins a $17 million settlement with Edward Jones over advisory account switches after a multi-state investigation into compliance with fiduciary standards.

Utah's Office of Professional Licensure Review recommends policy changes to cosmetology licensing, potentially reducing training hours and allowing specializations.

A fatal multi-vehicle crash occurred on I-80 in Salt Lake County on January 16, initiated by a rear-ending that caused a fire and resulted in one fatality and injuries.

Salt Lake City faced a cold morning at 28°F and clear visibility, with a 40% chance of snow and a high of 29°F expected. Warming is predicted later in the week.

Ogden Valley residents can discuss a major zoning amendment in a rescheduled hearing on January 28, 2025, focusing on a Master Planned Development Overlay Zone for the Bridges Development.