Utah consumer protection director calls for changes to state Lemon Law
When consumers buy a new vehicle, they expect it to work. But Utah’s Lemon Law, intended to protect people whose new cars cannot be fixed, can be difficult for consumers to use, according to the state’s consumer protection director.
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Eric Kjar, Devin Brown reunite at Weber State
OGDEN, Utah (ABC4) — The Eric Kjar era at Weber State begins Friday night. A year ago, the former Corner Canyon head coach was leading another state championship campaign with the Chargers. Now, he’s just a few days away from being the head coach in a Division I football game.
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11 hikers rescued from flash flooding in Bryce Canyon National Park; 2 hospitalized
The flooding also forced State Route 12 to be closed in the area temporarily. (Fox 13 News) The floods stranded 11 adults across four groups of hikers in Bryce Canyon National Park. Comment Add as Preferred Source MOST VIEWED 1 Trump’s mail-in voting restrictions can stand, Supreme Court rules.
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University of Utah's Sandy campus to close, leaving students with longer commutes
In less than six months, the University of Utah is closing down its Sandy campus for good. More than 600 students currently take classes at the satellite campus. "I understand that there's hard times come about. I mean, if they can find a way to keep it open, I would keep coming and I would keep going until I'm graduated, said Dustin Carter, a junior at the University of Utah.
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Prime Minister Carney Suspends Trade Negotiations With United States
Prime Minister Carney announced the suspension of trade negotiations with the United States following what he described as unfair and uneconomic proposed terms. In response to an intended 50% tariff on $28 billion of Canadian goods, Canada will match those tariffs dollar for dollar.
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Carbon finishes strong week with road win over Hawks
PLEASANT — The Carbon girls tennis team wrapped up its week on the road Friday, traveling to face the North Sanpete Hawks. The Hawks entered the match looking to rebound after narrow losses to Emery and Union, but the Lady Dinos were able to secure a hard-fought 3-2 team victory.
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Panthers claw back to earn hard-fought team win
PRICE – The Pinnacle volleyball team welcomed the Ouray Trojans from Colorado to Carbon County on Saturday afternoon and treated the home crowd to a thrilling five-set victory, overcoming a 2-1 deficit to secure the match win. The Panthers came out strong in the opening set, taking control early and earning a 25-18 victory.
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SUU Selected by NASA to Launch Statewide Aerospace Workforce Hub | SUU
NASA has selected Southern Utah University to lead a statewide hub connecting students directly to hands-on aerospace and space exploration careers.
StatewideAugust 24, 2026
2 hospitalized with hypothermia after severe storm, flooding prompts rescue of 11 people in Bryce Canyon
BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Utah (ABC4) — Two people were hospitalized on Monday after severe flooding and storm conditions struck Bryce Canyon National Park. on Monday.
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NOTICE AND AGENDA
MONROE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION August 24th, 2026 Notice is hereby given that the Monroe City Planning Commission will meet on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026, at the Monroe City Offices, 10 North Main Street, which meeting shall begin promptly at 7:00 P.M.  7:00 P.M. 1.         Meeting called to order- Prayer- Roll call. 2.         Approval of previous […]Read more at Monroe City
StatewideAugust 24, 2026
Monsoon Moisture to Bring Thunderstorms to Utah After Drought
Monsoon moisture is expected to increase across Utah toward the end of August, potentially bringing severe thunderstorms and flash flooding. This weather pattern follows a period of significant drought and reservoir decline, which has impacted state water supplies and increased wildfire activity.
StatewideAugust 24, 2026
National Weather Service Issues Utah State Forecast
The National Weather Service issued a tabular state forecast for Utah on August 23, 2026, detailing weather conditions across various regions.
StatewideAugust 24, 2026
Extreme Heat and Storm Risks Forecast for Southwest Through Week
An intensifying upper-level ridge is driving extreme heat across the Southwest, with temperatures expected to peak on Thursday. While afternoon thunderstorms may persist in higher terrain, moisture levels are expected to decline later in the week, potentially creating critical fire weather conditions.
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Governor Lombardo Declares State of Emergency for Washoe County Hawk Fire
Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County due to the rapidly spreading Hawk Fire. The declaration directs state agencies to assist local efforts through the Nevada Emergency Operations Center.
StatewideAugust 24, 2026
Flash Flood Warning issued in south-central Utah after reports of rockfalls, mudslides
BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Utah (ABC4) — A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for southwestern Garfield and north central Kane Counties. According to the National Weather Service, National Park Service reported mudslides and rockfalls in Bryce Canyon National Park from earlier thunderstorms.
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Pioneer girls soccer goes 4-1 in 10-day stretch
Free Press The Lehi High School girls soccer team has continued a busy early-season schedule, advancing their record to 6-2 in their non-league matches with four more victories over the past couple of weeks.
Aug. 11: Lehi 3, Mountain Ridge 2
The Pioneers had to fight hard for this triumph after a 90-minute lightning delay.
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Ex-BYU football star Jake Retzlaff settled a sex assault lawsuit. The woman who sued says he still owes her money.
By Jessica Schreifels | Aug. , the woman's lawsuit was dismissed last June after the two reached the settlement. But in a new Monday filing, her lawyers indicate that Retzlaff agreed in a contract to make two payments to her. The exact dollar amounts for each payment were redacted in the Monday filing.
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