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Gov. Cox signs executive order for ‘establishing higher standards’ in data center development
SALT LAKE CITY — Gov. Spencer Cox on Friday signed and executive order aimed at setting up “higher standards” to guide the development of data centers in Utah, according to a release from the Governor’s Office.
1 killed, 4 hospitalized in Ogden house fire Original
OGDEN — A person was killed and four more were taken to the hospital after a fire broke out in an Ogden home early Friday morning. The Ogden Fire Department said it responded to a structure fire at 12:09 a.m. in the 600 block of 3rd Street. When firefighters arrived, people were already evacuating from the home, the department said. However, crews learned that one person was unaccounted for. “Firefighters executed an immediate primary search and rapid interior attack of the home.
Woman accused of killing daughter in West Virginia ahead of planned move to Utah
SALT LAKE CITY — A family originally from Utah is at the center of a murder case in West Virginia. The family reportedly had planned to move back to Utah in the coming weeks. NBC station WSAZ, in West Virginia, reported that Staci Wind, 50, was arrested on Saturday and is accused of killing her 26-year-old daughter, Ayla Wind. Investigators said Wind filed a missing person report on her daughter on May 18.
Chief justice of Utah Supreme Court set to retire Original
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Supreme Court Chief Justice Matthew B. Durrant will retire at the end of August, according to a release from the Utah Judiciary. He is the longest serving chief justice in the state’s history. Durrant has been on Utah’s supreme court for 26 years and was chief justice for the last 14 of those. “Serving the people of Utah and working alongside dedicated judges and court employees across the state has been the honor of a lifetime,” Durrant said.
Measles cases identified at Wasatch County schools; health official says exposures possible Original
SALT LAKE CITY — Wasatch County health officials warned parents on Thursday that they identified positive measles cases at Timpanogos Middle School and Old Mill Elementary School, and exposures may have happened there earlier this month. County health officer Jonelle Fitzgerald said measles exposures may have occurred at Timpanogos Middle School on May 14 and 15, and at Old Mill Elementary School on May 15.
6 hospitalized after crash in Logan intersection
SALT LAKE CITY — Six people were taken to the hospital in various conditions on Saturday after a crash at an intersection in Logan. The Logan Fire Department said the crash happened between two vehicles at about 3:30 p.m. at the intersection of 1000 West and Highway 89/91. The fire department said the six people sustained injuries “ranging from minor to significant,” but all were in stable condition. There was no word on what caused the crash. This story may be updated. We want to hear from you.
Woman critically injured by suspected DUI driver fleeing crash scene, police say Original
PROVO — A woman was rushed to the hospital in critical condition in Provo on Saturday after a head-on crash. Police say the driver of the car that hit her was suspected of driving under the influence, and was fleeing after another crash. The Provo Police Department said in a press release that a person called 911 just after 3 p.m. to report a hit-and-run crash at 500 N. 500 West. The caller then followed the car to a church parking lot at 700 N. 100 West.
6 hospitalized after crash in Logan intersection
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Provo High School placed on lockdown after ‘suspicious call,’ police say Original
PROVO — Provo High School was put on lockdown Monday morning after police said they were investigating a suspicious call. The Provo Police Department said students should not go to the school, although no “suspicious circumstances” had been found. KSL had not heard any reports of injuries related to the lockdown. Provo police said it would give an update on the situation later in the day. This story will be updated.
Tooele centered in Utah’s plans to become national nuclear leader
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has plans to expand our energy infrastructure to make Utah a national leader in nuclear energy. Utah is competing to host a massive nuclear hub in Tooele County, and the state says it’s needed. “Utah would like to host one of these locations where the different components of the nuclear fuel life cycle could happen at the same place,” said Deputy Director Jake Garfield with the Utah Office of Energy Development.
Traffic stop leads officers to girl they believe was kidnapped and assaulted in Ogden
OGDEN — What started as a traffic stop in Ogden turned into a kidnapping investigation early Wednesday morning when police say they found a 15-year-old girl in a man’s car. The Ogden Police Department said officers got reports of a reckless driver in the area of the 3100 Block and Harrison Boulevard. When police pulled a car over, they found 40-year-old Israel Ixcoy with a girl inside, the department said.
Person in serious condition after being hit by TRAX train
MURRAY — A person was taken to the hospital in serious condition Saturday night after being hit by a TRAX train in Murray, a transportation official said. Utah Transit Authority spokesperson Gavin Gustafson said the person was hit at the Fashion Place Station at approximately 9:10 p.m. Gustafson said the person accidentally stepped out in front of the train. Red and blue lines of TRAX were delayed by 15-30 minutes after the collision, Gustafson said. This is a breaking news story. It may be updated.
Layton High School placed on lockdown after threat Original
LAYTON — Layton High School was placed on lockdown Thursday as a precaution after a threat, police said. Lt. Clint Bobrowski with Layton Police said the school was on lockdown just after 1 p.m. He said all students were safe. Bobrowski said the school received a phone call threatening violence, and police were “taking every precaution to ensure the safety of the students.” This story will be updated.
Man accused of child endangerment after police have to use Narcan on infant
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2 killed in Tooele County after collision with semitruck
ERDA, Tooele County — Two people were killed in a crash on Wednesday in Erda, according to the Utah Highway Patrol. Lt. Cameron Roden with UHP said the two people were in a Chevy Corvette that was hit by an oncoming semitruck while turning left from Parachute Park Lane to state Route 179. Roden said the two occupants died at the scene of the crash. Northbound state Route 179 was closed at the crash scene, causing delays. There were also lane restrictions on Parachute Park Lane.
2 killed in Tooele County after collision with semitruck
TRAFFIC & ROADS Mar 25, 2026, 11:20 AM | Updated: 11:20 am ERDA, Tooele County — Two people were killed in a crash on Wednesday in Erda, according to the Utah Highway Patrol. Lt. Cameron Roden with UHP said the two people were in a Chevy Corvette that was hit by an oncoming semitruck while turning left from Parachute Park Lane to state Route 179. Roden said the two occupants died at the scene of the crash. Northbound state Route 179 was closed at the crash scene, causing delays.
Start of day delayed for Bluffdale school after reported bomb threat Original
BLUFFDALE — Classes were delayed Tuesday for a charter school in Bluffdale after police say someone called in a bomb threat before students arrived. Sgt. Gianfelice with the Saratoga Springs Police Department said a minor called in the threat to North Star Academy at approximately 7:30 a.m. “School was not in session yet, but they evacuated around 6 staff members,” Gianfelice said.
Search underway for person who rammed patrol car in stolen vehicle, police say Original
TAYLORSVILLE — A person rammed a police car with a stolen vehicle in Taylorsville on Wednesday, police said. Officers were still searching for the suspect at approximately 2 p.m. Lt. Aaron Cheshire with the Taylorsville Police Department said officers initially found the stolen car in the area of 4100 South and Redwood Road. Then the driver rammed one of the police cars, he said, before running away from the scene.
Smoke seen for miles as fire burns in Ogden Original
OGDEN — Residents in Weber County could see smoke rising from a fire in Ogden on Wednesday, near the border with Marriott-Slaterville. Weber Area 911 Dispatch told KSL that the fire was in the area of 770 West and 17th Street. No other details were immediately available. This story will be updated.
Church of Jesus Christ makes change allowing women to serve as Sunday School presidents
SALT LAKE CITY — Women may now be called to serve as ward Sunday School presidents, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced on Wednesday. The church said the change to the General Handbook would improve teaching and learning. “The First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles have determined that, effective immediately, the bishop may call a man or a woman to serve as ward Sunday School president,” the First Presidency stated.
Car breaks through wall of West Valley home; homeowners unhurt
WEST VALLEY CITY — A man drove his car into the living room of a home in West Valley City on Thursday morning, emergency crews said. Nobody inside was hurt. The crash happened in the area of 4100 South and Rushford Court. Firefighters on scene told KSL that they believed the 39-year-old man driving may have had a medical episode, leading to the crash. A car went through the wall of a home in West Valley City on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Salt Lake City Justice Court evacuated after ‘suspicious letter’ found Original
SALT LAKE CITY — The Salt Lake City Justice Court was evacuated on Wednesday after someone found a “suspicious letter” with threats written in it, police said. Sgt. Greg Wilking with the Salt Lake City Police Department said the courthouse, located at 333 S. 200 East, was evacuated at approximately 2:30 p.m. Wilking said the courthouse was cleared as a precaution. He wasn’t sure if the letter was dropped off in person or mailed in, or whether the threats were directed at a particular person.
Large brush fire under control in Spanish Fork
SPANISH FORK — Flames rose near a Spanish Fork neighborhood after a brush fire sparked on Tuesday. Deputy Fire Chief Krista Horting said that the fire was under control after 2 p.m. There was no word yet on what caused the fire. KSL hadn’t received any reports of any damage to buildings. This story will be updated. We want to hear from you. Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here.
Large brush fire under control in Spanish Fork
Mar 10, 2026, 12:50 PM | Updated: 2:20 pm SPANISH FORK — Flames rose near a Spanish Fork neighborhood after a brush fire sparked on Tuesday. Deputy Fire Chief Krista Horting said that the fire was under control after 2 p.m. There was no word yet on what caused the fire. KSL hadn’t received any reports of any damage to buildings. This story will be updated. KSL 5 TV Live Video Player is loading. Current Time 0:00 Duration 0:00 Remaining Time -0:00 Beginning of dialog window.
Brush fire in Spanish Fork ‘suspicious,’ city says
SPANISH FORK — Flames rose near a Spanish Fork neighborhood after a brush fire sparked on Tuesday. It’s now being investigated as human-caused.
1 killed in garage fire in Ogden Original
OGDEN — A person died in a fire in a detached garage in Ogden on Tuesday morning, fire officials said. Chief Mike Slater with the Ogden Fire Department said fire crews were dispatched to the 3100 Block of Adams Avenue just before 6 a.m. When they got there, they found smoke and flames coming from a detached garage. Fire crews put the fire out before it spread to other buildings, Slater said. When crews searched the garage, they found a person inside a vehicle in the garage who had died.
Man suspected in Wisconsin murder arrested in Ogden
OGDEN — A man who was wanted in connection with a murder in Wisconsin was found and arrested in Ogden over the weekend, police said. The Ogden Police Department announced that 36-year-old Randy Jenks was arrested on Sunday. The department said he was wanted by Waushara County, Wisconsin police in connection with a homicide there. Ogden PD said officers received word that Jenks was in the area of Fowler Avenue on Sunday.
Man dies after fire at home in West Jordan
WEST JORDAN — A man is dead after his house caught fire in West Jordan early Thursday morning, a fire chief said. Battalion Chief Travis Ball with the West Jordan Fire Department said firefighters were called to the home in the area of Susan Way and 8600 South at approximately 12:50 a.m. “Our initial units arrived to find heavy, heavy smoke. We didn’t see any flames, just heavy smoke coming from the home,” Ball said. He said firefighters got inside as quickly as possible and found a man inside.
Man dies after fire at home in West Jordan
WEST JORDAN — A man is dead after his house caught fire in West Jordan early Thursday morning, a fire chief said. Battalion Chief Travis Ball with the West Jordan Fire Department said firefighters were called to the home in the area of Susan Way and 8600 South at approximately 12:50 a.m. “Our initial units arrived to find heavy, heavy smoke. We didn’t see any flames, just heavy smoke coming from the home,” Ball said. He said firefighters got inside as quickly as possible and found a man inside.
DHHS revokes care service's license after deaths
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Man fired shots into the air after fight in Stansbury Park, police say
STANSBURY PARK — A man was arrested early Thursday morning after police said he fired a gun multiple times into the air while driving away after a fight. A police booking affidavit said 33-year-old Fuluula Moroni Fuli was seen on security footage fighting with a woman in the driveway of a Stansbury Park home on Wednesday night. “During the altercation (Fuli) hits the victim and drags her by her arm. Then he returns to his vehicle to flee the area,” the affidavit said.
Highway 191 closed near La Sal Junction as semi blocks road
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Utah religious leader unharmed after shooting in Sandy, police say Original
SANDY — A person fired several shots at a religious leader in Sandy on Monday night while he was in his car, according to police and the Utah Islamic Center. He wasn’t hurt, and investigators were still searching for the shooter on Tuesday. Sgt. Michael Olsen with the Sandy Police Department said the shots rang out at approximately 7:30 p.m. in the area of 700 West and 9000 South. Olsen said a person in a vehicle shot at another vehicle. That vehicle was hit by seven or eight bullets.
Utah religious leader targeted in Sandy shooting speaks out
RELIGION Feb 24, 2026, 11:34 AM | Updated: Feb 25, 2026, 10:10 am Utah religious leader targeted in Sandy shooting speaks out A person fired several shots at a religious leader in Sandy on Monday night while he was in his car. Police were still searching for the shooter on Tuesday. Press shift question mark to access a list of keyboard shortcuts Keyboard Shortcuts Shortcuts Open/Close/ or ?
Body of woman found by hikers outside Bountiful, police say
BOUNTIFUL — A group of young teens found a woman’s body while on a hike outside Bountiful on Monday morning, police said. Davis County Sheriff Spokesperson Stephanie Dinsmore said the group called the police at 6 a.m. The sheriff’s office and the Bountiful Police Department were blocking off the entrance to the Mueller Park Trail. Police could not immediately confirm whether the woman’s death was suspicious. This is a breaking news story. It may be updated.
Woman dies after off-road crash in La Verkin
SALT LAKE CITY — Three women were ejected from an off-road vehicle in La Verkin on Saturday. One of the passengers died after being taken to the hospital. The Utah Department of Natural Resources’ law enforcement division said the off-road vehicle hit a pothole near the La Verkin Overlook at about 9:40 p.m. None of the women were wearing helmets, the department said. The DNR said 45-year-old Angelina Tomas-Fransisco, a passenger, was taken to the hospital in critical condition.
Fire crews respond to burning apartment in Salt Lake City; residents evacuated
LOCAL NEWS Feb 11, 2026, 10:19 AM | Updated: 10:40 am SALT LAKE CITY — Firefighters evacuated residents and put out a fire in a Salt Lake City apartment complex on Wednesday morning. The Salt Lake City Fire Department said the fire was at 123 E. 2nd Avenue. It was reportedly under control by 9:45 a.m., but fire crews were still working to ventilate the building and evacuate residents at that time. There was no word on if anybody was hurt in the fire.
Fire crews respond to burning apartment in Salt Lake City; residents evacuated
SALT LAKE CITY — Firefighters evacuated residents and put out a fire in a Salt Lake City apartment complex on Wednesday morning. The Salt Lake City Fire Department said the fire was at 123 E. 2nd Avenue. It was reportedly under control by 9:45 a.m., but fire crews were still working to ventilate the building and evacuate residents at that time. There was no word on if anybody was hurt in the fire. This is a developing story. It may be updated.
Teenager shot, 2 teens arrested in gang-related shooting in Kearns Original
KEARNS — A teenager was shot after a fight at a Kearns park on Sunday, police said. Two more teens were arrested, and police said it was a gang-related incident. Sgt. Aymee Race with the Unified Police Department said the victim was taken to the hospital in serious condition. She said the shooting happened at David Gourley Park at 4260 W. 5015 South just before 4 p.m. Race said the shooting happened after an altercation. UPD and the Metro Gang Unit responded and identified two teens as suspects.
2 dead after head-on crash on US 40 in Duchesne County
TRAFFIC & ROADS Feb 9, 2026, 8:20 AM | Updated: 8:22 am SALT LAKE CITY — Two people were killed in a head-on crash on U.S. 40 outside Myton, Duchesne County, on Monday morning. Lt. Cam Roden with the Utah Highway Patrol said a car and a pickup truck collided at mile marker 109. Both vehicles had only one person inside, and both died. Roden said U.S. 40 was closed in both directions for an investigation, and he expected it to stay closed for two to three hours Monday morning.
Salt Lake City shows off plans for revamp of Fairmont Park
SALT LAKE CITY — Plans to upgrade a popular city park in Sugar House came a step closer to fruition on Wednesday when Salt Lake City unveiled its final design. The city said Fairmont Park will be “safer, more welcoming, and more enjoyable for the community” with changes like a new pedestrian promenade, a park ranger station, a natural landscape and a new addition to the skate park. “As a result of the extensive community feedback, a final concept design was developed.
Salt Lake City shows off plans for revamp of Fairmont Park
SALT LAKE CITY — Plans to upgrade a popular city park in Sugar House came a step closer to fruition on Wednesday when Salt Lake City unveiled its final design. The city said Fairmont Park will be “safer, more welcoming, and more enjoyable for the community” with changes like a new pedestrian promenade, a park ranger station, a natural landscape and a new addition to the skate park. “As a result of the extensive community feedback, a final concept design was developed.
Man shot multiple times at Tooele gas station; police search for person of interest Original
SALT LAKE CITY — A man was shot multiple times at a gas station in Tooele on Tuesday night, and police said they were still searching for anyone connected. The Tooele Police Department said it responded to the shooting at 11:12 p.m. at the Quality Quick Stop located at 188 N. Broadway Avenue. The department said the victim was a man in his forties. When officers got to the scene of the shooting, they gave the man medical care, and then he was taken to the hospital.
Woman hit by truck near elementary school, in critical condition
Feb 2, 2026, 11:24 AM | Updated: 11:28 am SALT LAKE CITY — A woman was hit by a truck while walking in a crosswalk near Uintah Elementary School in Salt Lake City on Monday. Police said she was in “extremely critical condition.” Sgt. Greg Wilking with the Salt Lake City Police Department said the woman was in her mid-fifties. The collision happened in the intersection of 1300 South and 1500 East. Wilking said the woman was hit by a black truck. No other information was immediately available.
Woman hit by truck near elementary school, in critical condition
SALT LAKE CITY — A woman was hit by a truck while walking in a crosswalk near Uintah Elementary School in Salt Lake City on Monday. Police said she was in “extremely critical condition.” Sgt. Greg Wilking with the Salt Lake City Police Department said the woman was in her mid-fifties. The collision happened in the intersection of 1300 South and 1500 East. Wilking said the woman was hit by a black truck. The police department asked the public to avoid the area while the intersection is shut down.
Business fire in West Jordan causes 'significant damage'
LOCAL NEWS Jan 28, 2026, 6:17 AM | Updated: 6:19 am WEST JORDAN — A fire burned in a business park in West Jordan Wednesday morning, drawing a response from several fire departments. The blaze was located in the area of 8800 South and Redwood Road. Fire crews said it started around 2:30 a.m. Firefighters from South Jordan, West Jordan Midvale, Sandy and the Unified Fire Authority responded to put the fire out. Smoke and flames had largely subsided by 6 a.m. Crews did not know how the fire started.
Business fire in West Jordan causes 'significant damage'
WEST JORDAN — A fire burned in a business park in West Jordan Wednesday morning, drawing a response from several fire departments. The blaze was located in the area of 8800 South and Redwood Road. Fire crews said it started around 2:30 a.m. Firefighters from South Jordan, West Jordan Midvale, Sandy and the Unified Fire Authority responded to put the fire out. Smoke and flames had largely subsided by 6 a.m. Crews did not know how the fire started. This story will be update. We want to hear from you.
Woman found dead after going missing in Red Cliffs Recreation Area
LOCAL NEWS Jan 14, 2026, 9:37 AM | Updated: 9:38 am SALT LAKE CITY — A woman was found dead in Washington County on Wednesday morning, after she had been reported missing in Red Cliffs Recreation Area the night before, according to authorities. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office said it got a call that 19-year-old Nicole Bennett was missing at 11:55 p.m. on Tuesday, and that her car was seen at a Red Cliffs trailhead.
Driver ejected, killed in crash on I-70 in Sevier County, UHP says
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1 dead after crash on St. George freeway on-ramp
TRAFFIC & ROADS Jan 12, 2026, 7:58 AM | Updated: 8:00 am SALT LAKE CITY — One person was killed in a crash on a freeway on-ramp in St. George on Monday morning, police said. The crash happened at approximately 7:30 a.m. on the Brigham Road onramp to Interstate 15 north, according to information from the Utah Department of Transportation and St. George police. “7:30 AM Northbound I-15 on-ramp at exit 4 is closed due to a fatal crash.
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