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SUU and NASA collaborate to find next generation of space workers
— Southern Utah University will lead a new statewide NASA aerospace workforce hub, part of a roughly $10.5 million multi-year investment to build a pipeline of skilled technical workers, connecting programs like Manti…
Utah Mammoth embrace higher expectations entering year three
— As the Utah Mammoth begin their third NHL season, team leadership and players discuss building on last year's playoff appearance and raising expectations for the coming season.
Select Health policy change raises concerns over delays in mental health care access
— Select Health will stop covering initial consultations with associate therapists starting Nov. 1, a policy change providers warn could delay mental health care for new patients and hinder associate therapists working…
Families turn to free events as fall arrives in Davis County
— Davis County families and organizations highlight free fall activities, including the Freedom's Light Festival in Bountiful and Bountiful Davis Arts Center programs, as affordability becomes a bigger draw for local…
New wildfire sparks, grows to 60 acres on Fremont Island on Great Salt Lake
— A lightning-caused wildfire on Fremont Island in the Great Salt Lake has grown to about 60 acres, with crews using airboats to reach the island since the lake's high salinity makes it unusable as a water source for…More: ABC 4 , KJZZ , KSL , KUTV 2News All 5 reports
Investigation into Midvale apartment fire unable to determine cause
— Unified Fire Authority released a report on the July 31 five-alarm fire at Midvale's North Union Apartments, which caused an estimated $65 million in damages, but investigators could not determine the exact cause…More: ABC 4 , ABC4 (YouTube) , Fox 13 (YouTube) , KSL , KUTV 2News All 6 reports
Metallica to make long-awaited Utah return with Rice-Eccles Stadium concert
— Metallica announced it will play Rice-Eccles Stadium on June 19 with Limp Bizkit and Avatar as the final stop of its M72 World Tour, marking the band's first Utah appearance since 2018. Tickets go on sale September 25.More: Fox 13 (YouTube) , KJZZ , KUTV 2News All 4 reports
Driver at-large after fatal hit-and-run incident in Salt Lake City
— A pedestrian died after being struck by a driver early Wednesday near 400 South and Main Street in downtown Salt Lake City. The driver fled the scene, and police are using nearby camera footage to identify them.More: ABC 4 , Fox 13 (YouTube) , KJZZ , KSL , KUTV 2News All 6 reports
Real Salt Lake's Diego Luna says his season is 'cut short' after torn meniscus
— Real Salt Lake midfielder Diego Luna announced via social media that a torn meniscus has ended his current MLS season, after appearing in 18 games and scoring 5 goals despite recurring injuries.
Utah's Noah Bennee embraces in-state rivalry with Utah State
— Utah tight end Noah Bennee, a Holladay native, discusses his excitement for the Battle of the Brothers rivalry game against Utah State, set for Saturday at Rice-Eccles Stadium.
Higher fuel prices impacting local food truck operators
— Rising diesel and gas prices are cutting into profits for food truck operators in West Jordan, forcing owners to manage costs while trying to keep prices affordable for loyal customers.
Pineview Reservoir water levels dropping impacts businesses in Ogden Valley
— Ogden crews are draining Pineview Reservoir to about 2% capacity to replace an aging drinking-water pipeline, and Ogden Valley business owners report drops in tourism, bookings and sales as a result.
Search underway after two reported missing at Sand Hollow Reservoir
— Two women are missing after being last seen on a jet ski without life jackets at Sand Hollow Reservoir near Hurricane, Utah. Alcohol is considered a potential factor, and one person is in custody as search and rescue…More: ABC 4 , ABC 4 , ABC4 (YouTube) , ABC4 (YouTube) , Cedar City News (Iron County) , KJZZ , KJZZ , KSL , KSL , KUTV 2News , KUTV 2News , KUTV 2News (YouTube) All 13 reports
Moab Police Department investigates fatal shooting
— Moab police are investigating a shooting on West Williams Way that left one person dead and another hospitalized in critical condition, with no ongoing threat to the public reported.More: ABC 4 , ABC 4 , KJZZ , KJZZ , KJZZ , KSL , KSL , KUTV 2News , KUTV 2News , KUTV 2News , KUTV 2News (YouTube) , Moab Sun News , The Times-Independent (Moab) All 14 reports
Utah's vote-by-mail system has dramatically increased voter turnout in midterm elections
— Data shows Utah's shift to mail-in voting has significantly boosted midterm election turnout, rising from around 30-37% before mail voting to 47-51% after, with over 90% of voters now casting ballots by mail.
Familiar faces set to square off in Aggies-Utes rivalry game
— Utah and Utah State football teams face off Saturday at Rice-Eccles Stadium, with several players and coaches on Utah's roster having former ties to Utah State, including offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven and…
Utah ranks second in the nation for AI use at work, trailing only Maryland
— Microsoft data shows Utah ranks second in the nation for AI use in the workplace, with over 35% of working-age Utahns using AI regularly, behind only Maryland. Utah County leads the state with usage above 50%.
Cedar City vet accidentally euthanizes beloved dog, family claims
— A Cedar City couple says a veterinarian mistakenly euthanized their healthy pet Yorkie, Lilly, instead of giving her an allergy shot, after the office allegedly mixed up patients. The vet reportedly admitted to a…More: ABC 4 , ABC4 (YouTube) , Fox 13 (YouTube) , Fox 13 (YouTube) All 5 reports
'I couldn't read;' Utah teen shares journey from frustration to confidence
— A Syracuse, Utah family shares how their son's reading struggles turned out to be an eye-tracking issue rather than dyslexia, and how vision therapy helped him become a confident reader.
Utah's Mexican community celebrates independence, discusses future needs
— Utah's Mexican community celebrated Mexican Independence Day in Salt Lake City, with community leaders also discussing the ongoing need for qualified interpreters in health care and legal services.
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All-clear given, roads reopened following 'police incident' in Summit County
— A police incident prompted the Utah Highway Patrol to close multiple highways in Summit County, including sections of I-80 and US-40; roads have since reopened after an all-clear was given.More: ABC 4 , ABC 4 , Fox 13 (YouTube) , KJZZ , KUTV 2News , KUTV 2News (YouTube) , TownLift All 8 reports