A Layton man was fatally shot by police after brandishing weapons and indicating intent to provoke a confrontation, despite crisis negotiators' efforts to deescalate.

A suspected drug dealer was arrested by Salt Lake City Police during a patrol of the Jordan River Trail, aided by a Utah DPS helicopter. Meth, fentanyl pills, cash, and paraphernalia were seized.

Bobby Flay's burger concept, Bobby's Burgers, is set to open its first Utah location in Orem at University Place in November, with plans to add nine more sites across the state in five years.

A Maverik gas station in Salt Lake City wins 'Best Restroom in America' following a contest by Cintas Corporation, recognized for its cleanliness, innovation, and commitment to customer service.

Utah's short-term rental market is growing, driven by services like Airbnb and Vrbo, with mixed economic impacts and potential housing affordability issues highlighted in recent reports.

Utah will receive $45 million from Kroger Co. as part of a settlement regarding the opioid crisis, with funds allocated for addiction prevention and mitigation.

New Greek-inspired restaurant Paréa opened in Salt Lake City with a $350,000 city loan, offering gyros and local ingredients, as part of the city's economic development efforts.

Sean Casey of Zu Audio solidifies his brand's presence in the audio industry, leveraging Ogden's rich history in sound innovation and a partnership with Ray Kimber. His family aids in the company's success, known for high-quality loudspeakers.

A study reports that Utah's fintech industry offers wages double the state average and contributes significantly to the economy, as discussed at the Salt Lake City 2025 Fintech Xchange conference.

The Goat Head restaurant opens in Salt Lake City with a $100,000 city loan, offering vegan and vegetarian options and aiming to enhance the community's culinary scene.

The Red Barn Academy in Farmington is closing after 11 years of aiding men with addiction recovery. The property will be sold for a new development project. Transition plans are in place for current students.

Salt Lake City approves a $75,000 loan for Policy Kings Brewery, the first Black-owned craft brewery in the area, stimulating business growth and cultural connection.

Salt Lake City's Plov & Borsch, supported by a $100k city loan, prepares to offer Central Asian cuisine and a cultural experience, with a market component included.

Apple's $600 billion expansion in the US, including $100 billion additional investment, will economically benefit Utah, promising growth and job creation.

Salt Lake City's restaurant community is helping businesses and employees hit by a devastating Main Street fire, with fundraisers and job offers to those affected.

Vessel Kitchen opens in Orem, founded by a UVU Culinary Arts program alumnus, offering fast, quality dining. It signifies a local success story with significant community support.

Buc-ee's gains approval to open its first Utah travel center in Springville, promising significant local job creation and catering to modern travelers with a large retail space and numerous fuel pumps.

Utah County Commissioners expressed sympathy for the loss of Charlie Kirk due to political violence, condemning the attack and calling for unity over division.

Artist Laura Erekson created a steel sugar beet sculpture titled "Rooted" to honor West Jordan's agrarian past, placed outside the Canyon View Credit Union Community and Arts Center.

Super Saturday may see a record 158.9 million shoppers, with a growing trend of gifting experiences alongside traditional purchases. Consumers employ strategies to balance in-store and online shopping while managing budgets.

Orem Government upgraded its pre-treatment program for wastewater, halving workload and earning the Best of State award for technological efficiency improvements.

The Winter Farmers Market at Wheeler Historic Farm offers local goods and crafts indoors every Sunday in Salt Lake County, with a wide array of produce, food, and handmade items.

A Utah livestock cooperative has filed a roughly $11.6M countersuit in Idaho federal court, accusing an Idaho cattle dealer and an affiliated company of underpaying for delivered cattle.

Maker’s Pride will wind down operations in Salt Lake City and Shakopee by Q3 2026 as it modernizes production and says it will offer transition help to staff.

A Utah Bath & Body Works manager reached a confidential settlement after claiming she was fired for refusing to use a coworker’s preferred pronouns. The terms were not disclosed.

Steinway & Sons tapped a new Utah dealer to succeed Daynes Music after more than 150 years; a Steinway Piano Gallery is due to open in Holladay in May.

A building‑permit filing for 11167 S Grandville Ave lists "Trader Joe’s store #358," but the application is pending and not yet final. County and city records show the parcel is controlled by Daybreak’s developer.

MITY Inc. opened a new Orem plant in April, adding about 65 manufacturing jobs as Holsag production shifts from Lindsay, Ontario. City leaders joined company officials at a ribbon‑cutting.

An Australian miner and state officials announced plans to revive Antimony Canyon and build a Cedar City smelter, promising local jobs and a domestic source of antimony.

Stellantis won conditional approval to form a Utah‑chartered industrial bank headquartered in the Salt Lake City area, with regulators imposing strict capital and oversight conditions. The bank will focus on auto financing and online deposits.

WalletHub’s new ranking places Utah third nationwide, driven by high adjusted median income, startup growth and a large STEM talent pool.

A core-system migration at Mountain America disrupted ATM, debit and online access for members and produced at least one reported account mix-up. The credit union says card systems are fixed; here’s what members should know.