The statewide average gas price jumped by seven cents, according to recent data.
Triple-A reported that the average price for a gallon of self-serve regular was $3.93.
Regional variations in pricing were observed across the state. Daggett County recorded the most expensive average gas price at $4.53.
In contrast, the least expensive gas was found in Wasatch County, where prices were $3.83 per gallon. The average price in Salt Lake County was reported at $3.88.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued Sunday night for parts of Salt Lake County, with wind gusts up to 70 mph possible. The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City issued the warning for areas including West Jordan, Sandy and South Jordan.
Real Salt Lake secured a 3-0 shutout victory over FC Juárez on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, to stay alive in the Leagues Cup. The win, fueled by goals from Morgan Guilavogui, Sergi Solans, and Lineker Rodrigues, brings RSL to seven points in the tournament.
A federal grand jury in Salt Lake City has indicted Daniel Luke Adams, a 30-year-old California man, on multiple drug trafficking charges. The indictment follows a July 31, 2026, traffic stop in Tooele County that led to the seizure of fentanyl and cocaine.
Salt Lake County voters will decide this November whether to approve a $128 million bond to fund several new recreation facilities and a slew of improvements to existing centers and parks across the county. Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News By Bridger Beal-Cvetko , KSL Your browser does not support the audio element.
The Sundt Foundation awarded $27,500 in grants to four nonprofit organizations serving communities in Utah and Idaho. The recipients include Computers for Kids, Inc., Prevent Child Abuse Utah, WasteLess Solutions, and the Idaho Pediatric Cancer Coalition.
Salt Lake County Animal Services is currently hosting several long-term residents and new arrivals seeking permanent homes. These animals include a 5-year-old mixed breed named Cosmo and a 10-year-old long-haired cat named Alvey.
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.