Woman arrested in carjacking, wrong-way driving investigation
MIDVALE — A 31-year-old woman who police say tried to steal a vehicle, drove the wrong way on the freeway and was almost hit by a TRAX train was arrested Wednesday. Kalo Pofaiva Fifita was booked into the Salt Lake County Jail for investigation of attempted aggravated robbery, aggravated assault, child endangerment and
This Utah Deli’s House Marinade Has Locals Lining Up Before The Doors Open
A truly great sandwich does not need a billboard. It needs one unforgettable bite and enough loyal customers to keep the secret moving. This compact deli has earned that kind of devotion, with regulars arriving early because waiting too long can mean watching the best options disappear. Somewhere in Utah, lunch has bec
‘We’re going to stand against it’: Islamic community, officials discuss safety after West Valley...
After the attack of a Muslim man at Valley Fair Mall last week, the Islamic Community in Utah gathered together with local leaders to discuss their safety and their response to the alleged religiously motivated incident.
Butterfield Canyon closed after road washed-out due to rains
Butterfield Canyon is currently closed due to a washed-out road, according to officials with the Tooele County Parks and Recreation.
Troopers identify 28-year-old killed in Taylorsville semitruck collision
TAYLORSVILLE — The Utah Highway Patrol identified the driver killed earlier this week when a semitruck collided into a stopped car that was experiencing a hood malfunction. Lovine Aiulu Saili, 28, was driving a Hyundai Elantra east on I-215 Monday when the vehicle's hood "became unlatched and flipped up." The driver st
Emotional Support Animal Laws in Utah: What You Need to Know
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! If you rely on an emotional support animal (ESA) for your mental health in Utah, you have meaningful legal protections — but those protections are more specific than many people realize. Utah’s ESA laws are based on federal Fair Housing Act pr
Dynamic duo: Man with MS does marathons with a push from his brother
Danny Connolly has pushed his brother Brian's race wheelchair in a dozen 26.2-mile races. Friday's Deseret News Marathon will be their 13th together.
Valley Fair Mall stabbing renews focus on hate crimes, extremist rhetoric in Utah
WEST JORDAN, Utah (KUTV) — The stabbing of a Muslim man at Valley Fair Mall has renewed questions about the prevalence of hate crimes in Utah and how law enforcement identifies people who may be moving from extremist rhetoric toward violence. Prosecutors have filed a victim-targeting penalty enhancement in...
Family discovers picture of themselves inside Airbnb while on vacation
"We're looking at this picture and my dad is like, 'This looks like me,'" Aubrey Birrell said.
Man arrested in investigation of shooting 2 boys with BB gun; family responds
A Salt Lake City family is devastated after their sons were shot with a BB gun. Timothy Glade Holdaway, 53, was arrested for investigation of assault. The family believes the attack was unprovoked. GARDEN CITY, Rich County — A man was arrested for investigation of assault after two kids were...

















