The Cottonwood Fire, currently America's largest active fire, is approaching 100,000 acres in central Utah. Located in the heart of the state, the blaze has reached approximately 94,000 acres with containment levels at four percent.
The fire has caused significant property damage in the Beaver area. About 150 structures of various sizes have been reduced to ashes. Additionally, fire officials estimate that another 130 structures have sustained damage from the fire.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox has returned the primary authority for fireworks restrictions to local leaders due to varying wildfire risks across the state. While some areas have seen relief from recent storms, other communities remain at high risk.
A car crashed into a Salt Lake City business following a three-vehicle collision. A driver was hospitalized with minor injuries after the incident.
A semi-truck crash in Parley's Canyon caused significant traffic delays on westbound I-80. The accident involved a vehicle hauling protein powder and blocked several lanes between Lambs and Mountain Dell.
David Vander Meer, a 49-year-old former youth pastor, died while in custody at the Clark County Detention Center in Nevada. He had been arrested in connection with the 2006 death of his wife at Zion National Park.
The Utah Jazz young core secured a 103-102 overtime victory against the Atlanta Hawks to open Summer League play. The game featured notable performances from Darryn Peterson, Cody Williams, and Ace Bailey at the Jon M. Huntsman Center.
The Horse Head Fire in San Juan County expanded to approximately 600 acres on a Sunday following strong winds. Officials reported that severe wind conditions hindered containment efforts and left structures threatened.
The Vitamin Shoppe has opened a new retail location in Saratoga Springs, Utah. The store is situated in the Westlake Shopping Center and features mobile checkout capabilities.
The Logan Municipal Council approved revised Logan Light and Power rates and fees during its August 18 meeting, a decision that will lead to a modest electric rate increase effective Oct. 1. The action follows a series of fiscal workshops and truth in taxation meetings held throughout the summer of 2026.
ZION NATIONAL PARK, Utah (ABC4) — A "large rockfall" is leading to closures inside Zion National Park. According to the Utah Department of Transportation, Zion Canyon Shuttles are unable to go past The Grotto, which is stop #6 on their route).
The Bureau of Land Management is accepting public comments through Sept. 3 on a revised proposal for 10 backcountry airstrip locations in southeastern Utah, just over two weeks after an Interior appeals board vacated the agency’s previous approval at the BLM’s request.
The closure has shut off access to the Temple of Sinawava stop, which is the dropping-off and pick-up point for The Narrows hike. (Fox 13) A large rockfall inside Zion National Park has cut off access Monday to one of the most popular areas in the park.
Tad Calcara & The New Deal Swing Band will perform a free concert celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. The performance is intended to take listeners on a journey through memorable moments in American history.