Salt Lake City is proposing significant increases to utility impact fees in July 2026, ending a period where rates remained largely unchanged for over 25 years. The proposed updates for water, sewer, and stormwater fees aim to address rising construction costs and infrastructure needs driven by city growth.
Zachary Jacob Crandall, 16, died following a hiking accident on Devil’s Castle in Alta, Utah, on August 19, 2026. Memorial services are scheduled for late August in Cottonwood Heights and Midvale.
HUNTINGTON — The Huntington City Council approved five business licenses during its meeting Wednesday, Aug. Licenses were approved for Desert Contracting, Jessica Lee Cleaning and Landscaping, TC West LLC, Contour Beauty Academy and Solrise.
FERRON — During the Ferron City Council meeting Wednesday, Aug. 12, Mayor Trent Jackson discussed improving citywide communications following recent incidents, including a gas leak and power outages. Jackson said residents have increasingly asked for a more reliable way to receive information from the city.
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Mike Lee (R-UT), John Curtis (R-UT), Michael Bennet (D-CO), and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) introduced a bipartisan resolution honoring the bravery and sacrifice of several firefighters whose lives were lost while combatting recent wildfires on the Utah-Colorado border.
The Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities is proposing updates to utility impact fees. According to a notice on the city's website, these proposed changes aim to address infrastructure needs resulting from city growth.
Caribou-Targhee National Forest occupies over 3 million acres and stretches across southeastern Idaho, from the Montana, Utah, and Wyoming borders.
Environmental groups have filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission against a pro-nuclear energy campaign in Utah. This legal action follows a long-term state initiative launched in 2024 to double power production through programs like Operation Gigawatt.
President and CEO of the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation Colin Hilton has died. He was a major figure in Utah’s Olympic and Paralympic story. The foundation said Hilton died at 58 in his Park City home Aug. Hilton led the Olympic legacy foundation for over two decades.
A Sandy school has been evacuated for a second time in just a week following another threat being placed against the school. The Waterford School, a private school at 1480 East 9400 South, was evacuated Tuesday morning. Previously, the school had to be evacuated on Friday following a bomb threat being called in to the school.
Zachary Jacob Crandall, a 16-year-old from Sandy, Utah, passed away on August 19, 2026, following a hiking accident. A memorial service is scheduled for August 24 at Memorial Mountain View Cemetery.
Ted Capener, whose work as an executive at the University of Utah helped shape the U.'s public image, has died at 94. He also conducted hundreds of interviews for shows on PBS Utah.
A Juab County employee is facing a felony charge after officials say she spent more than $5,000 on government-issued credit cards. She said the charges were accidental.
As head of the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation, Hilton led efforts to make three Olympic venues accessible for Utahns and viable for another Winter Olympics. Hilton died Aug. 21, 2026, at age 58.
When Latter-day Saints leave their church, do they find another spiritual home? Maybe, but it's usually not in an organized religion, studies show. Most also don't plan to return to the LDS Church.
University leaders are working with colleges, academic departments and advising teams to support students who have taken courses at the Sandy Center.
The University of Utah's Sandy Center offers flexible schedules, smaller class sizes and a variety of courses that help students make progress toward graduation while...
Highway 89 through Logan Canyon is expected to reopen at noon on Monday, according to Utah fire officials, as crews continue to make progress on the Blind Hollow Fire. The wildfire ignited late Sunday night near the Temple Fork area, burning grass and brush fuel in the canyon.
Deer Creek High School has officially opened its doors to students in Heber City. The new facility serves the Wasatch County School District community located at 901 West Riverhawk Road.
Published August 24, 2026 at 2:00 AM MDT Set KUER as preferred source Briana Scroggins / Special to KUERThe exterior of the Utah State Capitol in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. During Utah’s 2024 governor’s race, a video on social media showed Gov.
A Hyrum tattoo artist has been arrested and charged with two counts of second-degree felony forcible sexual abuse. Douglas Steve Chavez allegedly committed the assaults while performing tattoo work for two different women.
Nearly 95% of the Intermountain West remains in drought due to record-breaking July temperatures and insufficient monsoon rains, according to a Aug. 20 update from Drought.gov. Major reservoirs like Lake Mead and Lake Powell are at critical or record lows, threatening water supplies and hydropower across the region.
Lawn care prices in high-volume U.S. markets are seeing modest increases of approximately 5% due to fuel and inflation pressures, according to GreenPal data. The price shifts are occurring in major markets including Chicago, Austin, and Fort Worth.
Springville City issued an access map for Springville High School students, faculty, and residents to assist with upcoming school starts. The map outlines primary routes and specific road closures affecting local travel.
A study led by the University of Utah is investigating the feasibility of using micro-electrode arrays to record neural signals and provide sensory feedback to amputees. The research aims to determine if the HAPTIX System can help control upper-extremity prostheses and provide touch sensations.
The Blind Hollow Fire burned between 15 and 20 acres in Logan Canyon on Sunday, August 23, 2026. Firefighters worked through the night to contain the blaze, which has resulted in the closure of U.S. 89 and Temple Fork Road through Monday morning.
The Ballet West Academy has concluded its 2026 audition tour and opened registration for the 2026-2027 academic year. The academy, which includes the Park City campus, offers specialized training for students aged 11 to 18 through its Student Division.
The Widemouth 2 Fire has grown to over 111,000 acres in the Fishlake National Forest, following a fatal helicopter crash on August 7, 2026. Firefighters continue to battle the lightning-caused blaze, which has already claimed the lives of two pilots during emergency water-dropping operations.
On May 2, 2023, the Council voted to approve a new process for placing Homeless Resource Centers (HRCs) and homeless shelters within the City.
The program goes beyond placing books on shelves. The Book Nerd Mobile, Brain Food Books's traveling community bookstore and outreach vehicle, will return throughout the year to replenish the Book Pantries, introduce new titles, host community book events, and connect readers with books they choose for themselves.
He was sentenced on June 29 to 364 days in jail for both charges, but the terms were suspended and he was given credit for the 32 days he had already served. A court order on Aug. "(McKean) continued to communicate with the purported 17-year-old and expressed concerns that it was illegal.
The Black Canyon Fire has grown to 3,264 acres in the Manti-La Sal National Forest, with containment reaching 78% as of August 24, 2026. Firefighters are utilizing direct suppression tactics and contingency lines to manage the blaze, which was ignited by lightning on July 30, 2026.
The widow of a man killed during a 'No Kings' protest in Salt Lake City has filed a lawsuit. The legal action follows a large-scale movement that saw millions of people protest against the Trump administration's policies.
The Ashley Water and Sewer District is addressing community concerns regarding 2026 water conservation rates and extreme drought conditions, including the worst snowpack on record and significant reductions in spring-flow rights. The district reported that revenue generated from temporary tiered rates was reinvested into smart meter installations, water leases, and infrastructure improvements.
The 75th Security Forces Squadron launched Operation New Sheriff on Aug. 13 to address a surge in speeding violations on the installation. The initiative aims to reinforce safety through concentrated enforcement of traffic infractions.
