Man with history of threatening government officials charged again in Salt Lake County
SALT LAKE CITY — A man currently charged with allegedly making a terroristic threat against Salt Lake County government officials is now facing an additional charge and accused of making more threats while on pretrial release. Anthony Dominic Seven, 57, of Salt Lake City, was charged Monday in 3rd...
Utah’s Plans to Preserve More Land on the South Side of the Great Salt...
State leaders say they’re moving closer toward a goal of snapping up more land on the southeast side of the Great Salt Lake to help protect it from any further encroaching development. They announced a new $2.5 million contribution from the Utah Inland Port Authority toward the effort on...
Salt Lake Serial Threat Suspect Hits DA With New Voicemail Menace
Salt Lake City prosecutors say a 57-year-old man with a long track record of threatening government officials is back in trouble, this time over voicemails aimed at the county’s top prosecutors while he was already out on pretrial release. Anthony Dominic Seven was charged Monday in Salt Lake County’s...
Cox issues ‘hybrid’ fireworks policy for Pioneer Day, allowing some bans to remain
SALT LAKE CITY — Gov. Spencer Cox issued a "hybrid" fireworks policy on Monday, which allows some cities to ban personal fireworks during the upcoming Pioneer Day weekend over wildfire concerns. The policy differs from a statewide ban he issued for the Fourth of July, instead allowing municipalities to...
Hiker who died after suspected lightning strike identified
ALTA — A hiker suspected of dying after being struck by lightning on Saturday was identified by the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office on Monday. Craig Nelson, 59, had hiked to American Fork Twin Peaks multiple times before with his brother, according to the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Shed fire near Liberty Park leaves dozens without power
Salt Lake City Fire Department is responding to multiple structures that are on fire near Liberty Park. Road closures are in effect for nearby streets.
Couple charged in connection with robbery that resulted in death of victim’s cat
SALT LAKE CITY — A Salt Lake City couple arrested last week for allegedly killing a man's cat during a robbery attempt now face first-degree felony charges. Zachory Dee Wardle, 34, and Nicole Kay Estep, 37, were both charged on Monday in 3rd District Court with aggravated robbery, a first-degree felony; assault, a clas
Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall and Kyle LaMalfa are divorcing
Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall and her husband, Kyle LaMalfa, are seeking a divorce after more than a decade of marriage, according to the mayor's office and public records. Why it matters: The proceedings come as Mendenhall weighs whether to seek a third term in next year's mayoral race. She told Axios last week
Scoop: Derek Kitchen is also thinking about running for Salt Lake City mayor
You can add former state Sen. Derek Kitchen to a growing list of potential contenders considering a run in next year's Salt Lake City mayoral race. What he's saying: "I really love Salt Lake City and I have had a lot of people encourage me to think about it," he told Axios, noting he hasn't made a decision either way.
SUU student identified as US soldier killed in Jordan
SALT LAKE CITY — Southern Utah University confirmed Monday a soldier killed in action while serving in Jordan was a current student at the school. In a press release, SUU stated 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, was a graduate of the SUU Army ROTC program and a current MBA student. The university said Feehan was just wee
