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.
An agenda for the Salt Lake County Board of Health meeting scheduled for August 6, 2026, outlines several reports and training sessions.
The Utah Department of Transportation is nearing the completion of the 5600 South mobility project in Weber County, which includes pedestrian safety upgrades and new HAWK signals. A community milestone open house is scheduled to coincide with Roy Elementary School's Back-to-School Night to celebrate the project's conclusion.
The Utah State Historic Preservation Office has listed several nominations currently under review for the National Register of Historic Places. These nominations include various historic districts and individual houses across several Utah counties.
The Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement have abandoned plans to convert a Salt Lake City warehouse into a detention center, according to new court filings. Local leaders and federal officials have requested a 60-day stay in a lawsuit regarding the facility, which was intended to hold up to 10,000 detainees.
The Salt Lake County Children’s Justice Center advisory board met on August 10, 2026, to discuss nonprofit updates, staff changes, and facility improvements.
“The sports and entertainment landscape in Utah is changing in a way we’ve never seen before in the history of the state,” stated Andy Moffitt, senior managing director with Newmark Mountain West. “The amount of investment, both public and private, reflects a shift in how people are living and spending their time and money.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Salt Lake, UT on August 13. The storm included 60 mph wind gusts moving east at 40 mph.
A notice regarding a public hearing for Salt Lake County has been cancelled, according to an August 5 statement.
The City of North Salt Lake is encouraging residents to host neighborhood block parties to foster community connections. Participants who register their events in advance can receive city resources and a gift card.
Young adults gathered in Salt Lake City for a weekend of worship, learning, service and activities, including a concert headlined by Iam Tongi.
Real Salt Lake has transferred 19-year-old homegrown winger Zavier Gozo to English Premier League club Crystal Palace for a reported $15 million fee. The Utah native signed a five-year deal with the South London club following a breakout 2026 season in Major League Soccer.
The Salt Lake County GIS Steering Committee met on May 21, 2026, to discuss ESRI licensing, accessibility compliance, and new AI analysis tools for pavement crack detection.
Salt Lake County entities are proposing various property tax increases. Concerned citizens are invited to attend public hearings regarding these proposed increases.
Utah legislators are debating House Bill 0086, which would expand firearm restrictions to include individuals found mentally incompetent or not guilty by reason of insanity. The legislative push follows a January 2026 shooting at a Kearns church that resulted in one death and two injuries.
Salt Lake County, the State of Utah, and Odyssey House celebrated the opening of Stonebridge, a new 29-bed home for women recovering from severe mental illness, on July 23. The facility provides stabilization and wrap-around services for residents.
A 25-year-old Murray man faces criminal charges after allegedly messaging a 14-year-old runaway on social media and meeting her in person. The incident occurred in Murray, Utah, according to court documents.
The victim and alleged gunman in a fatal shooting at Liberty Park have been identified. The incident occurred on August 3 after an argument involving a dog.
Artist Cole Eisenhour has begun work on a community-informed mural in Salt Lake City's historic Japantown, a project intended to provide cultural visibility to a neighborhood once nearly erased by urban renewal. The mural, located on the Multi-Ethnic Senior Highrise, uses kintsugi-inspired designs to honor the history of Japanese American residents and the resilience of the remaining community corridor.
Unified police responded to a stabbing incident in Millcreek on August 11, 2026. The incident occurred in an area served by Millcreek's public safety resources and the Unified Fire Authority Station #101.
As wildfire smoke drifts across Utah, health officials and medical professionals are warning residents to limit outdoor activity. Current air quality readings in Salt Lake County indicate ozone levels have reached the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' threshold.
A new lawsuit is challenging Utah's targeted advertising tax, arguing the measure is unconstitutional and violates federal law. The legal action comes months after the state legislature passed the tax, which is set to target large digital advertising companies starting in 2027.
The Utah Taxpayers Association filed a lawsuit challenging the legality of a new targeted advertising tax. The legal action seeks to have the tax declared unconstitutional and prevent the Utah State Tax Commission from enforcing it.
Artist Jiyoun Lee-Lodge has been selected to paint a new mural titled "Open Your Eyes" on the iconic "Out of the Blue" whale sculpture in Salt Lake City's 9th and 9th neighborhood. The project, which begins in late August 2026, will feature designs inspired by the Great Salt Lake and the Utah sky.
A Haitian national facing multiple felony charges, including two counts of rape, is being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement following his arrest by Salt Lake City Police. Moise Sainteran, who was paroled into the U.S. in 2023, faces allegations of sexually assaulting two women in Salt Lake City.
A jury will decide the fate of former Attorney General John Swallow following long-standing public corruption allegations. The trial marks a significant development in a legal saga that traces back to 2014 investigations into his campaign and professional relationships.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox and Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson have issued a joint statement demanding an apology from the Salt Lake County Republican Party chairman following controversial communications sent to party delegates. This recent escalation follows a history of tension within the party, including a 2021 condemnation of similar communications that targeted women within the organization.
Lec and Kim Holmes have been selected as honorees for the 2026 Lehi Heritage Day. The couple will be celebrated for their decades of community service at an event held on August 29 at the Lehi Civic Center.
Salt Lake County officials highlighted summer trail options and updated parking regulations for the Cottonwood Canyons in July 2026. New Recreation Enhancement Act fees were implemented at specific trailheads to fund maintenance and safety services.
