Salt Lake City Rises to 12th in U.S. Sports Business Rankings
Salt Lake City has risen to 12th place on Sports Business Journal's 2026 list of the best sports business cities in the United States, a significant jump from its 44th place ranking in 2023. The city's ascent is driven by a surge in professional franchises and massive infrastructure investments, including the Delta Center transformation and a multi-billion dollar mixed-use development on the city's west side.
Salt Lake CityAugust 24, 2026
New milestones announced for temples in American Samoa, Austria
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — It is time for another temple round-up, and this time, a few big milestones have been announced for temples that will be the first in their respective areas. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the open house and dedication dates for the Pago Pago American Samoa Temple and the groundbreaking date for the Vienna Austria Temple.
via ABC 4Salt Lake CityAugust 24, 2026
Judge Dismisses Reflecting Pool Vandalism Case Against Former Olympian
A federal judge has dismissed the criminal case against former Olympian David Hearn for the alleged vandalism of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, as the Trump administration maintains it will not seek new contractors for repairs. The decision comes as the Department of Justice acknowledged the pool's damage may have resulted from flawed installation by existing contractors.
Reflecting PoolAugust 24, 2026
Utah Leaders Planned Citation for Trump Following Romney Vote
Alliance for a Better Utah criticized Utah legislative leaders for planning a joint citation praising President Donald Trump following Senator Romney's vote to convict for abuse of power.
Salt Lake CityAugust 24, 2026
Darwin Donald Woody Woodruff
Darwin Donald Woody Woodruff, 82, passed away Aug. 12, 2026, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born Aug. 20, 1943, to George and Chloie Woodruff, he was the youngest of 13 children.
Woody's life was marked by a deep commitment to service and a profound love for his family.
via tooeleonline.comSalt Lake CityAugust 24, 2026
ICE Shifts Focus to Immigration, Leading to 39% Drop in Fentanyl Seizures
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has shifted its operational focus toward immigration enforcement, resulting in a 39% decrease in fentanyl seizures during the first year of the second Trump administration. This shift follows the implementation of asylum cooperative agreements and a controversial policy authorizing warrantless home entries.
Salt Lake CityAugust 24, 2026
