Orem Police arrested a 50-year-old man who was found at a campsite northwest of Mount Timp Park. The man has been booked into the Utah County jail facing allegations involving domestic violence.
According to reports, the man was found with a woman who had allegedly been choked and confined with zip ties.
The woman also reportedly sustained 29 cuts from a micro razor, according to the investigation.
Six individuals were arrested following a drug bust in Utah County involving heroin and methamphetamine. The operation, conducted by the Utah County Major Crimes Task Force, resulted in the seizure of significant narcotics.
The 20th Annual Utah Native American Summit was held at Utah Valley University from July 29th through July 31st, 2026. The event focused on the theme Strengthen Sovereignty through CommUNITY to foster dialogue and collaboration.
Alpine School District is working toward opening Silver Peak School and the Timpanogos Transition and Education Center. The district is also implementing new policies regarding cellular device usage at Orem High School.
Two new schools for students with disabilities have opened at the former Sharon Elementary School in Orem. Alpine School District held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Silver Peak School and the Timpanogos Transition and Education Center on Aug. 17.
Applications for the Orem Youth Council were opened for high school students living in Orem. The program provides opportunities for leadership development and community engagement.
OREM, Utah (ABC4) — A large dust devil, caught on video, formed in Orem earlier today. On Wednesday afternoon, a large dust devil formed fairly close to several businesses in the Orem/Vineyard area, near the Vineyard Megaplex. Notably, the businesses have multiple empty lots behind them, with that dust potentially contributing to this formation.
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 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.
The Tom Creek Fire currently burning 16 miles southwest of Vernon is estimated at approximately 50 acres. Air tankers and helicopters are droppinh retardant and water, with multiple engine crews on the ground.
Ridgeline High School enters the new football season as the favorite to repeat as the 4A Region 11 champion. The Riverhawks seek to build on a perfect 14-0 campaign from the previous season.
The Emery Spartans lost their season opener 48-13 to the Kanab Cowboys at Snow College on Aug. 14, 2026. Kanab secured the victory with 20 unanswered points in the second half.
Joshua Kyle Neathery, 40, had been out of jail for nine days when police were called to the residence, leading to a SWAT standoff. Neathery was first arrested on Aug. 8 after a woman reported that she had been beaten, according to the probable cause statement.