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A house fire in West Valley City involved an explosion and a power pole. While initial reports suggested smoke inhalation, all occupants evacuated safely and no injuries were reported.
A shooting during a funeral in Kearns on Aug. 17, 2026, left one man dead and two others critically injured. The incident, which occurred outside a church, triggered secure protocols at nearby schools and the temporary closure of Intermountain Medical Center.
The camera was located at about 3200 South and Highland Drive. But no one knows who put it there or why. Mayor Cheri Jackson said in a newsletter to residents that it’s been removed and it appears to have been dormant for some time. The mayor says the land it was on was purchased by the city.
Leila Aiono and Izabella Mailo, two Hunter High School students, aren’t actually related, but growing up, their coach mixed up the two softball athletes so often that the nickname stuck. “The coach came up to me and gave me a high five and held my hand and said good pitching and it was Leila pitching,” Mailo, a sophomore, said through a laugh.
Zavier Gozo, a 19-year-old homegrown winger for Real Salt Lake, has transferred to English Premier League side Crystal Palace for a reported $15 million fee. The Utah native's move marks a historic milestone for the state's football talent and serves as a major success for the Real Salt Lake academy system.
Mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile Virus have been found in Magna and West Valley City, according to Magna Mosquito Abatement. The organization has recorded 71 positive mosquito samples to date, marking an increase of 23 positive samples since August 1.
Leer en español aquí. Student life can be daunting. Between classes, jobs and homework, students may struggle with stress, anxiety and other mental health challenges. Weber State University offers the resources to help students overcome these hurdles.
Centennial Parents/Guardians, Please note the following weekly announcements. 1. Beginning-of-Year NWEA Testing Beginning-of-Year NWEA testing begins today, Monday, August 24. August 24–28: Students will complete NWEA Math and Science assessments. August 31–September 11: NWEA Reading assessments and make-up testing will take place. 2. Safety Drill – Today, August 24 We will conduct a school safety drill today, Monday, August 24. During the drill, students and staff will practice our evacuation
College can be a lot for many students. Between the piles of homework, early classes, late night videogames and job searches, financial aid can help pay for school. For those searching a way to save money for college, the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office has options and resources to pay for each academic year.
Leer en español aquí. Established in 2012, The Destruction is Weber State's student section. Nyaang Adhom, the group's president, looks to lead the student section through the upcoming athletic season. Taking its name from a term for a group of wildcats, The Destruction leads chants throughout games and coordinates theme nights for spectators to participate in.
Ha comenzado un nuevo curso académico en la Universidad de Weber State, lo que supone el primer semestre de Chris Mallett como rector de la universidad. Mallett abrió el debate sobre su visión para la universidad, exponiendo sus prioridades para este año.
Read in English here. Si necesitas asistencia médica, servicios para tu bienestar, programación para prevención de violencia o un santuario, Salud, Defensa y Bienestar Estudiantil (Student Health, Advocacy and Wellness) ofrece todo esto en un solo lugar.