Passenger killed, two drivers hospitalized in crash on SR-89 in Utah County
One person was killed and two others were injured in a two-vehicle crash Monday on State Route 89 near milepost 305 in Utah County, according to the Utah Highway Patrol. UHP said a Honda Civic traveling northbound crossed the double yellow line to pass a vehicle and hit a Toyota Tacoma traveling southbound.
via Fox 13Utah CountySeptember 7, 2026
Utah County’s Peteetneet Fire at 45 acres, 60% contained
UTAH COUNTY, Sept. 7, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — The Peteetneet Fire remained at an estimated 45 acres overnight, according to a Utah Fire Info update. It is now estimated at 60% contained. “Crews worked along the perimeter overnight and continue suppression efforts this morning,” the update says.
via gephardtdaily.comUtah CountySeptember 7, 2026
Woman Killed in Nephi Shooting After Suspect Fires at Officer
Police report that a woman was killed in Nephi after a suspect fired toward an officer during a domestic violence call. The incident, which occurred in June 2026, is subject to investigation by the Office of the Medical Examiner and the Juab County Attorney's Office.
NephiSeptember 7, 2026
Peteetneet Fire near Nebo Loop ruled human-caused, reaches 60% containment
The Peteetneet Fire in Utah County remained at 45 acres with no overnight growth and was 60% contained Monday morning, Utah Fire Info said. Crews worked along the fire’s perimeter overnight and continued suppression efforts. The fire was human-caused, though the specific cause remained under investigation.
via KJZZUtah CountySeptember 7, 2026
Man Arrested for Alleged Murder of Aunt in Provo Over Inheritance
A 26-year-old man faces murder charges following the death of his aunt in Provo, Utah, an incident involving an alleged motive of inheritance. While the suspect was reportedly a designated beneficiary, Utah's slayer statute may prevent him from collecting any estate assets or life insurance.
ProvoSeptember 7, 2026
Utah County man accused of killing aunt after Flock footage allegedly contradicts account
A Utah County man was arrested on suspicion of aggravated murder in the death of his aunt, who was found dead in her Salem home, according to court documents. Salem police responded to a report of an unresponsive woman at a home near 926 S.
via KJZZUtah CountySeptember 5, 2026
