Salt Lake City's Granary District will have "Open Streets" on Fridays and Saturdays in September, closing 500 West to cars and offering activities, live music, and local business support.

The article offers a detailed weather forecast for Salt Lake City, predicting sunny and warm conditions with intermittent chances of showers and thunderstorms later in the week.

Utah's GOP leaders consider a special session for an amendment to counter a state Supreme Court ruling on citizen initiatives, stirring tensions within the state's government.

A man was shot by Roy City Police during a confrontation linked to a child enticement investigation. He was wounded after attempting to flee from a traffic stop and is now hospitalized. Officers involved are on leave and details remain unclear.

A group of about a dozen tubers were rescued from an island in Provo River after encountering concerning water conditions and choosing to not proceed further. No injuries were reported following the incident.

The Iron County Sheriff's Office warns of increased scam calls impersonating law enforcement, demanding money for fake charges, and urging public awareness and reporting of such incidents.

The Salt Lake City Police's Hazardous Devices Unit investigated a suspicious suitcase outside a downtown hotel, leading to temporary evacuations. The suitcase was found to be harmless.

Anndrea Wild is appointed as the director of Homelessness and Criminal Justice Reform in Salt Lake County, alongside new communications director Liz Sollis, as the county addresses social challenges.

The Salt Lake City Council is deliberating the future of the Fleet Block murals, a memorial for victims of police incidents. The site requires environmental remediation, and plans to create a new memorial space are underway.

Mixed weather forecast for Salt Lake City, including clear skies, a high of 85°F, and potential afternoon thunderstorms with a 60% chance of rain. Evening may see continued showers and Sunday brings a 40% chance of more thunderstorms.

An oil hauler was critically injured in a Duchesne County oil field explosion in Myton, Utah. The cause of the fire is under investigation, with the industry highlighted for its daily dangers.

A Midway man, Rodrik Storms, is charged with fatally shooting his neighbor's dog, Blue, without provocation, despite claiming self-defense. Evidence contradicts his claim, and he faces animal cruelty and weapon charges.

A woman was struck and dragged by a vehicle in Vernal; she's now recovering at the hospital. The suspected driver was found and detained for the hit-and-run incident.