HB0051 would cap birth‑mother living expenses, limit weekly allowances and require child‑placing agencies to convert to nonprofits amid scrutiny of 'adoption tourism'.

Salt Lake City experiences mild winter weather with clear skies, light winds, and temperatures in the mid-40s, according to the National Weather Service.

The article discusses Sandy's response to a fatal accident at Alta High School's intersection, with Mayor Zoltanski addressing safety improvements and public concerns on road safety.

The Art Market at Millcreek Common in its third year showcases Utah artists' work, with various media available from 11 am to 9 pm, promoting new talent and seasoned artists alike.

Many Utah homeowners are staying put after locking in pandemic‑era rates, squeezing listings even as national rates cool. That keeps buyers facing tight choice and rising prices.

St. George Police Department in Utah shared a social media post on defensive driving, urging motorists to slow down and stay alert to enhance road safety.

The Salt Lake City Police Department thanked the NAACP Salt Lake Branch for honoring their work in ensuring safety in the city, highlighting their collaborative efforts.

White Horse Spirits & Kitchen will reopen Thursday, Jan. 29 at 5 p.m. after months of repairs following the Main Street fire. Reservations are encouraged.

So Cupcake, a Salt Lake dessert shop, will close on Feb. 28 after 18 years. Owners cite high operating costs and plan a farewell party with free mini cupcakes.

A TRAX train and a vehicle collided near 300 West and South Temple, delaying Green and Blue line service and prompting a temporary US-89 closure downtown.

A Jan. 21 planning hearing will decide whether the 19th‑century Cottonwood Paper Mill is razed or preserved. Engineers flagged collapse risk and a $45M‑plus restoration price tag.

Salt Lake baker Klara Han launched a Kickstarter to open Kyookie, a Seoul‑style dessert cafe serving salt bread, mochi balls and Korean coffee, aiming to open by summer. The campaign runs through early February.

Senate leaders declined to schedule a vote, allowing Maria Garciaz's University of Utah trustee term to lapse amid scrutiny over her use of the word "equity" and the state's anti‑DEI law.