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Utah Lt. Governor Faces DOJ Investigation Over Voter Data

Utah Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson is facing a Department of Justice investigation following her refusal to provide unredacted voter information to the Trump administration. Henderson argued the request exceeds federal authority, a position supported privately and publicly by Governor Spencer Cox.

Split vote advances Glendale rezone as Salt Lake City tables citywide housing proposal

Commissioners forwarded a positive recommendation for a disputed Glendale rezone that would allow approximately 24 homes on three parcels. Whitaker and other opponents argue the development would place too many homes in a small area and increase pressure on the neighborhood's parking, traffic and aging infrastructure.

UMFA commemorates 25 years with new exhibit

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts, housed in the Marcia and John Price Museum building at the University of Utah, rotated their temporary exhibit on Aug. 29. The new exhibit, entitled For the Future: Collecting at the UMFA 2001–2026, features the best pieces the museum has shown in the past 25 years. Senior Curator...

Girls Do the Work makes volunteering easy for women in SLC

As summer came to a close and school was about to start, Girls Do the Work, a nonprofit based out of Salt Lake City, hosted a back-to-school giveaway on Aug. 13 for families in need. Vanessa Clavijo, who founded Girls Do the Work back in July 2025, said the event was the perfect time...

U of U music professor presents recital of music lost during the Holocaust

Last Friday, assistant professor of vocal diction, coaching, literature and collaboration Dr. Carol Anderson and mezzo-soprano singer Katharine Goeldner performed a program titled Silenced Voices: Female Composers of the Holocaust at the Dumke Recital Hall at the University of Utah's School of Music. This event was part of the School of Music's Fridays with Faculty...

MS Girls Volleyball vs Mc Gills/Rowland Hall (AWAY) - Waterford School

« All Events MS Girls Volleyball vs Mc Gills/Rowland Hall (AWAY) September 24 @ 4:45 pm - 6:30 pm A: 4:45pm; A: 5:30pm; Details Date: September 24

Salt Lake CitySeptember 10, 2026

MS Girls Volleyball vs Mc Gills (AWAY) - Waterford School

« All Events MS Girls Volleyball vs Mc Gills (AWAY) October 1 @ 4:45 pm - 7:15 pm B: 4:45pm; A: 6:15pm; Details Date: October 1 Time:

Salt Lake CitySeptember 10, 2026

Utah Gov. Cox orders flags lowered for 9/11

Published September 10, 2026 at 4:28 PM MDT Shelley Dennis / Adobe Stock The state capitol building of Utah, located in Salt Lake City, stands atop a hill overlooking the city. Kletting. Here the American flag and the state flag of Utah fly at half mast, in memory of the 10th anniversary of the September 11th attacks.

via kpcw.orgSalt Lake CitySeptember 10, 2026

Utah Mammoth Begin Training Camp with High Expectations

The Utah Mammoth began their 2026 training camp with high-intensity practices on Sept. 17, focusing on breakout speed and roster depth. The team enters the season with high expectations following a successful playoff run, bolstered by veteran additions like Vincent Trocheck and Anders Lee.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 10, 2026

University of Utah study reveals hidden ice in Timpanogos Rock Glacier

A University of Utah team used a novel 3D technique to measure the ice content of the Timpanogos Rock Glacier. The study revealed the glacier contains 1.5 million cubic meters of ice, acting as a climate-resilient water storage site.

Salt Lake CitySeptember 10, 2026

University of Utah to Cut Up to 855 Non-Clinical Positions

The University of Utah announced a modernization plan on Sept. 9, 2026, that expects to reduce its non-clinical workforce by 5% to 15% over the next year. The initiative aims to address rising expenses and projected declines in student enrollment by consolidating and simplifying operations.

StatewideSalt Lake CitySeptember 10, 2026

Salt Lake Book Festival Fills the Sundance Void - SLUG Mag

Activism, Outreach and Education Salt Lake City is launching its first-ever citywide book festival on Oct. 17, and the timing couldn't be better. As many Utahns reel from our loss of the Sundance Film Festival, Salt Lake Book Festival Director Amanda Warren and her team are paving the way to uphold and elevate our city's cultural relevance.

via slugmag.comSalt Lake CitySeptember 10, 2026

Charlie Kirk’s organization grapples with its direction one year after his death: ‘There is a void’

Charlie Kirk sat before a Salt Lake City audience of restaurateurs last September 10, dispensing business advice drawn from his own unlikely rise. The conservative activist argued that a company needed a deep connection to the founder’s “energy and vision” to endure, but he also warned that “separating the brand from the founder” was among the greatest challenges an entrepreneur could face.

via Fox 13Salt Lake CitySeptember 10, 2026

Salt Lake City Int'l Airport event honors first responders who lost their lives on 9/11

The workers who participated in the event are those involved in the final phase of the airport's redevelopment program. The solemn ceremony began just after sunrise and featured bagpipers, a moment of silence, and the playing of the National Anthem.

via Fox 13Salt Lake CitySeptember 10, 2026

1200 East Reconstruction Continues Between 300 and 500 South

Salt Lake City is reconstructing 1200 East between 300 South and 500 South, with work expected to continue through October 2026. The project includes roadway, median, and sidewalk improvements.

Salt Lake CitySeptember 10, 2026

Canopy Deer Valley Hotel Opens in Park City, Utah

Canopy Deer Valley opened in September 2026 in Park City, Utah, serving as one of the first hotels in the Deer Valley Resort East Village expansion. The 180-room property provides access to the Jordanelle Express Gondola and features design elements inspired by the local landscape and mining history.

Park CityOriginally published September 10, 2026

Senator Julieta Ramírez Padilla to Cooperate With U.S. Department of Justice

According to a report published September 10, Mexican Senator Julieta Ramírez Padilla has agreed to cooperate with the U.S. Department of Justice. The agreement allows her to provide information in exchange for protections regarding how her statements are used in her investigation.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 10, 2026

Utah Pilot Study Uses Air Quality Data to Improve Outdoor Access

Researchers are conducting a pilot study to determine if improved air quality information can help residents make better decisions about outdoor activities. The project aims to connect environmental data with outdoor access to promote health benefits.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 10, 2026

Salt Lake City Council to Hold Hearing on 2026-27 Budget Amendment

The Salt Lake City Council will hold a public hearing on September 22, 2026, to consider Budget Amendment No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2026-27. The proposed amendment includes funding for various city projects and improvements.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 10, 2026

Utah housing market remains among most expensive in U.S., with 91% of renters priced out • Utah News Dispatch

Utah is still among the nation’s top 10 most expensive states for single-family homes with a median price of $559,900. A vast majority of Utah renters — a striking 91% — can’t afford that mortgage payment. The state’s population is expected to balloon to more than 4 million in 2035, which researchers say will require an additional 280,000 housing units.

via Utah News DispatchPriceOriginally published September 9, 2026

Totten Tubes Opens New Cedar City Office in BZI Innovation Park

Totten Tubes, Inc. has opened a new office in Cedar City, Utah, located within the BZI Innovation Park's Nautilus 1 building. According to a September 9 statement, the expansion aims to strengthen the company's presence in the Mountain West and increase distribution capacity.

Cedar CityOriginally published September 9, 2026

One in 10 Utah Homes Now Sell for Over $1 Million

One in ten Utah homes is now selling for over $1 million, as the state maintains its position as one of the nation's most expensive housing markets. While price growth has stabilized, experts warn that high costs and mortgage rates continue to create significant barriers to homeownership for many residents.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOriginally published September 9, 2026

Scheduled end of protected status for Salvadoran immigrants draws fire from Utah advocates | KSL.com

Posted - Sept. A group of immigrant advocates gathered at the Utah Capitol in Salt Lake City on April 17. The scheduled end of protected status for Salvadoran immigrants is drawing fire from some.

via KSLSalt Lake CityOriginally published September 9, 2026

Salt Lake City Approves 1.25 Acre Rezoning on West Van Buren

A Salt Lake City property was rezoned during a September 9, 2026, meeting. The decision involved a change for approximately 1.25 acres located on West Van Buren and West Harris streets.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 8, 2026

Garth Brooks to bring Blame It All On My Roots tour to Salt Lake City

Garth Brooks announced that his Blame It All On My Roots arena tour will visit Salt Lake City. The shows are scheduled for the Delta Center in October.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 8, 2026

Commercial Fire Reported on Orange Street in Salt Lake City

A commercial fire occurred near 390 south Orange Street, according to a September 8 statement from the Salt Lake City Fire Department. Officials advised against breathing smoke and implemented travel restrictions on Orange Street due to fire apparatus and water lines in the area.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 8, 2026

Commercial Fire Reported Near 390 South Orange Street

A commercial fire occurred near 390 south Orange street, according to a September 8 statement from the Salt Lake City Fire Department. Officials reported that the fire was mostly exterior and requested that people avoid the area due to restricted travel and emergency equipment.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 8, 2026

Fire breaks out at Salt Lake City recycling center for second time in 4 months

The fire broke out around noon near 390 S. Orange Street in the Poplar Grove neighborhood. It was confirmed about an hour later that the fire was located at the same building that caught fire on May 19 — a structure belonging to METech Recycling, according to Salt Lake City Fire Department Capt.

via KSLSalt Lake CityOriginally published September 8, 2026

Speculation Grows for Oakland A's as Salt Lake Bees Move to South Jordan

As speculation grows regarding the Oakland A's potential temporary relocation to Utah, the Salt Lake Bees have transitioned to a new home at The Ballpark at America First Square in South Jordan. This move follows a long-term redevelopment plan for the existing Smith's Ballpark site in Salt Lake City.

South JordanOriginally published September 8, 2026

Salt Lake City Marathon Changes Ownership to Former Revivalist

The Salt Lake City Marathon has transitioned to new ownership, returning the event to a man who helped revive the race years ago. The marathon continues its long-standing partnership with the Huntsman Cancer Foundation, supporting cancer research through its Huntsman Heroes program.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 8, 2026

Over 9K boats inspected for aquatic invasive species during Labor Day weekend - News - Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

Over 9K boats inspected for aquatic invasive species during Labor Day weekend Details Published: Sept. 8, 2026 at 9:23 a.m.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 8, 2026

More Salt Lake Temple open house tickets are dropping soon

The Church of Jesus Christ is releasing additional tickets to tour the historic Salt Lake Temple. MDTSee More Deseret News Stories In Search Temple Square is pictured in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026. Areas that were previously barricaded off are now open.

via Deseret NewsSalt Lake CityOriginally published September 7, 2026

Commercial Fire Near Orange Street Causes Smoke and Evacuations

A commercial fire near 390 S. Orange Street on Salt Lake City's near west side resulted in a large plume of smoke and the evacuation of local employees on Sept. 8, 2026. While no injuries were reported, officials advised residents to avoid breathing the smoke produced by the burning debris.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOriginally published September 7, 2026

Church to Release More Salt Lake Temple Tour Tickets After Surge in Demand

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced additional reservation dates for the Salt Lake Temple open house tours following a surge in demand. The first wave of one million reservations was claimed in less than 24 hours, prompting the release of more tickets for September 15 and October 1, 2026.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 7, 2026

This Salt Lake City taco shop is looking to expand without losing unique 'alley street feel' | KSL.com

Five years after opening, Salt Lake City restaurant ROCTACO is looking to expand — if the fit is right. (Scott G Winterton, Deseret News) 13 photos 📷 📷 📷 Save Story Estimated read time: 4-5 minutes KEY TAKEAWAYS ROCTACO, a Salt Lake City taco shop, plans to expand in Utah and beyond.

via KSLSalt Lake CityOriginally published September 7, 2026

Utah Padel Scene Surges with Rapid Expansion of Local Clubs

Utah's padel scene is experiencing rapid expansion, with the number of local courts growing from three to 22 in a single month. The surge follows a global trend of celebrity interest and high participation growth, positioning the Salt Lake City-Provo-Orem metro area for continued development.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 7, 2026

Writer Wendell Berry dies at 92 after focusing on rural life

Writer Wendell Berry died on Monday, August 31, at age 92. He was a prominent figure focused on rural land and environmental issues.

Salt Lake CityOriginally published September 7, 2026

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