White Horse restaurant in downtown Salt Lake City is mourning one of their own, after 20-year-old Ottaniel Morales was identified as the victim of a deadly hit and run. He was a great young kid super humble, grateful, and a hard worker, said Matt Crandall, who is a partner at The Bourbon Group, which owns both White Horse and Franklin Ave.
Ogden filmmaker Andrew DeBennett has debuted his feature horror film, Obsession’s Rising, which explores themes of unchecked obsession. The psychological thriller was filmed in Ogden and Salt Lake City and recently received award nominations at a film festival in Murray.
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — As ski season approached, ABC4 sat down with SKI Utah to get an idea of what is in store for snow this year. Alison Palmintere, Director of Communications at SKI Utah says that they are counting on the Super El Nino and what that might mean for Utah's winter.
SALT LAKE CITY — Dust from the bed of Great Salt Lake could become increasingly dangerous and expensive if we don't take action now. John C. Lin, the center's scientific director and a professor in the department of atmospheric sciences, said the research team looked at a number of factors.
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Swig's annual "Save The Cups" campaign is back in full swing. The goal? To raise money for women across the country fighting breast cancer. Swig, home of the original dirty soda, has officially kicked off its seventh annual "Save The Cups" campaign.
Cache Valley Interfaith Choir gathers voices from across Cache Valley in a shared mission of interfaith collaboration and harmony. Jubilate is based in Salt Lake City and is a dynamic vocal ensemble celebrated for its rich sound and expressive performances.
Keyonte George signed a five-year, $157.5 million contract extension with the Utah Jazz on Sept. 18, 2026, following a breakout third season. The agreement, finalized after months of negotiations, secures the 22-year-old guard for the franchise's future and was celebrated at a press conference attended by teammates and team leadership.
Garth Brooks has added a third performance to his Salt Lake City tour at the Delta Center due to massive ticket demand and technical disruptions during the initial sale. The new matinee show is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 11, following previously scheduled concerts on Oct. 9 and Oct. 10.
The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down near Fruit Heights on September 18, 2026, following a severe thunderstorm that moved across Davis County. The tornado was identified through video evidence showing a rotating column reaching the ground near a ridge at 7,500 feet elevation.
The Utah Jazz have secured guard Keyonte George on a five-year, $157.5 million rookie scale extension following his breakout 2025-26 season. The deal, which begins in 2027-28, cements George as a cornerstone of the franchise's rebuilding efforts alongside teammates like Darryn Peterson and Lauri Markkanen.
The program will be the first of its kind in Utah and will begin accepting applicants for the fall 2026 semester.
A Rowland Hall student confirmed her career goals in nursing following a summer internship at the University of Utah. The internship provided senior Elayna Hoglund with hands-on experience and exposure to the pulmonology field.
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Wildlife officials are warning waterfowl hunters about harmful algae and the possibility of it growing in lakes and reservoirs through the winter. There are 27 waterbodies currently under watch or warning advisories.
Por el momento, la policía no ha revelado la identidad del conductor ni ha informado si se presentarán cargos relacionados con el incidente. A través de una publicación en redes sociales, la agencia confirmó que el conductor está cooperando con la investigación que actualmente realiza la unidad especializada en reconstrucción y análisis de accidentes.
A Boise family has filed a civil lawsuit against Burger King following a sexual assault involving their 4-year-old daughter in a restaurant play area in October 2024. The lawsuit alleges the company failed to provide adequate security and supervision to protect children in the area.
Salt Lake City Actions Facebook Tweet Email Expectant father identified as pedestrian killed in Salt Lake City hit-and-run Prev Next The crash happened early Wednesday morning. By: Jeff Tavss Posted and last updated SALT LAKE CITY — An expectant father has been identified as the pedestrian killed in an overnight hit-and-run incident earlier this week in downtown Salt Lake City .
The Salt Lake Film Society has unveiled renovation plans for the historic Tower Theatre, aiming to transform the 1928 landmark into a net-zero and highly accessible community cinema hub.
Law enforcement agencies in Utah are defending the use of Flock license plate reader cameras, despite growing unpopularity and skepticism from lawmakers. Discussions regarding new legislation to increase data guardrails have emerged following concerns over how data is handled.
Intermountain Health has acquired real estate underlying two Idaho Falls hospitals for $413 million, bringing its 2026 transaction total in the area to approximately $1.208 billion. The move expands the Salt Lake City-based organization's ownership and control within southeastern Idaho.
At the same time, Utah lawmakers say they’ll take up the controversial license plate readers when they head back to Capitol Hill next year. Other council members reported similar incidents.
The Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs is promoting the Community Quest, a passport-style experience designed to help residents discover local businesses and community spaces. Participants can use the passport to explore diverse cultures, traditions, and local stories throughout the state.
Taylor Frankie Paul allegedly had her parenting time reduced to eight hours per week following multiple failed drug tests, according to a September 17 report from TMZ.
Kane County is seeking proposals from licensed general contractors for two remodel projects. The county intends to hire a single contractor to manage both projects under one agreement.
The University of Utah has dismissed an inquiry into social media posts by students Rylie Barnes and Riley Beesley, concluding there was insufficient evidence of misconduct. The decision follows anonymous complaints alleging the posts constituted doxxing or electronic harassment.
Natural History Museum of Utah Marks its 50th Year with Nature All Around Us.
The new book celebrating urban nature along the Wasatch Front debuts February 10
La víctima fue encontrada con heridas graves en la vía pública y falleció más tarde en un hospital. , los oficiales respondieron a un reporte en el área de 400 South y Main Street, donde encontraron a un hombre tendido sobre la vía pública con lesiones graves.
Bruno se encuentra estable, bajo atención médica en Salt Lake City, y será sometido a una cirugía mientras su recuperación continúa. Bruno sufrió fracturas en dos patas y una fractura de mandíbula como consecuencia de la caída que provocó sus lesiones.
Weekly Lawn Watering Guide targets water needs in each county Published 04-30-20 Is it time to turn the sprinklers on? Check the Utah Division of Water Resources’ Weekly Lawn Watering Guide and find out.
27 waterbodies still under watch or warning advisories for harmful algae; what to know when waterfowl hunting this fall Andy Adams Reservoir Details Published: Sept. 17, 2026 at 9:02 a.m.
Neither agency has accepted responsibility for the flooding, which happened near two adjoining construction projects. Salt Lake City has paid for ServPro crews to remove water, damaged drywall and flooring and address potential mold inside affected homes.
Visit the John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah and in Park City and choose from hundreds of styles from the world's top eyewear brands.
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Sept. 16, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Pioneering heavy metal band Metallica has announced a new series of North American stadium dates, including a stop at Rice-Eccles Stadium on June 19, 2027.
Right now, license plate readers in Utah aren't going anywhere. For law enforcement, they say there's plenty of success stories with license plate readers. "Salt Lake City PD had a fatal hit-and-run crash. "Specifically, when it comes to the contracts, what can and cannot be shared between the vendor and law enforcement agencies,” he said.
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Accidents happen to everyone, and trained K-9 officers are no exception. So, you may be thinking, who is called when a K-9 gets hurt? Well, Darby Earle, a flight nurse and lead for the K-9 transport team for the Intermountain Health Flight & Ambulance Service and sat down with ABC4.
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Salt Lake Film Society gave the community a closer look at the future of the historic Tower Theatre as renovations continue on the nearly century-old landmark. The nonprofit hosted Tower Theatre: Next 100 Years Project Update today at the theater in Salt Lake City's 9th & 9th neighborhood.
Intermountain Health Primary Children's Hospitals has been ranked among the nation's best in all 11 pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report for the third consecutive year. The 2026-27 rankings saw the system increase its number of top 25 programs and see new entries in neonatology and cancer care.
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Rise Up School of Dance gives their community a place to come together and dance with little to no barriers. If someone wants to be a part of the studio, they welcome them with open arms.
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Members of the University of Utah community are continuing to butt heads over alleged doxxing and threats over political differences. On September 10, the one-year anniversary of the murder of Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, a student reportedly came up to a College Republicans booth with a cake that read "Happy Kirkiversary."
CENTRAL UTAH (ABC4) — Parts of Central and Southern Utah are experiencing severe weather events, with flood advisories issued for Carbon County. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) Salt Lake City, a flood advisory is in effect for Southeastern Carbon County, in Central Utah due to heavy rain.
