Roadway Fatalities in Utah Show Slight Increase in 2024, Motorcycle Deaths Hit 15-Year High
The Utah Department of Transportation reported a slight increase in road deaths for 2024 with 281 fatalities, including a rise in motorcyclist deaths and a drop in teen fatalities.
Eagle Mountain Man Sentenced to Up to 10 Years for Fatal Road Rage Incident, Victims' Legacy Spurs Legislative Change
Peterson Matheson has been sentenced to up to 10 years for a fatal road rage incident in Eagle Mountain. He pleaded guilty to manslaughter and received a reduced sentence. The case of the other involved driver is still pending.
Lehi Quiet Zone Restoration in Sight as Salt Lake City Achieves FRA Compliance for Railroad Crossings
Lehi Quiet Zone in Salt Lake City is set to be peaceful again as the FRA confirms compliance at railroad crossings. Train horns will cease within a week.
Salt Lake County Swears in New Leaders: History Made with First Black Councilmember, Inspiring Journeys to Office
Salt Lake County welcomes new and returning elected officials, including Natalie Pinkney as the first Black woman on the council, and celebrates with a ceremony featuring performances and speeches.
Extended Wind Advisory Affects Salt Lake City Area, NWS Warns of Gusty Conditions and Possible Power Outages
A wind advisory is in effect until 6 AM Wednesday for northeastern Salt Lake Valley, with possible driving hazards and power outages due to northeast winds at 20-30 mph and gusts up to 50 mph.
Utah Attorney General Exposes TikTok's Profiteering from Sexual Exploitation of Minors, Platform Accused of Fueling Illicit Content and Money Laundering
The unredacted complaint reveals TikTok knew of child exploitation on its platform but continued to profit from it, according to the Utah Attorney General’s Office.
UDOT Shuts Down Little Cottonwood Canyon Road Amid Avalanche Risks, Disrupting Ski Traffic Near Salt Lake City
Utah's Little Cottonwood Canyon was closed by UDOT due to avalanche risks. The road was shut from milepost 5 to Snowbird Entry 1, Gate C, leaving skiers stranded. Further closures are planned to manage the threat.












