When Utah starred in “the worst movie ever made”
Thirty-five years ago this week, Utahns were on pins and needles waiting to see themselves and their home state in a major achievement in horror cinema: "Troll 2." Why it mattered: The film, released Oct. 12, 1990, would go on to be widely lauded as the worst movie ever made.
Man charged with digging giant hole near I-15 pillar
MURRAY — A criminal charge was filed Monday against a transient accused of digging a giant hole near an I-15 overpass, apparently because he needed a place to stay. Troy Coyn Jones, 45, is charged in 3rd District Court with criminal mischief impairing critical infrastructure, a second-degree felony. On...
Salt Lake City police arrest 54-year-old for murder following apartment fire
Salt Lake City police say they have arrested a 54-year-old man for the death of a 59-year-old who was discovered inside an apartment following a fire.
10 Peaceful Towns In Utah So Affordable, You’ll Wonder Why You Didn’t Move Sooner
Searching for peaceful, budget-friendly towns in Utah where life moves at a gentler pace?. These 10 charming communities offer affordable living with surprisingly low costs that might have you packing your bags!. 1. Nephi. Nephi sits at a perfect crossroads for travelers, but locals enjoy the real bargains. This...
What Homeowners Should Know About Burglary Risks In Utah
Picture this: a quiet neighborhood where homeowners feel safe, yet around 600 burglary cases happen every year. What’s really going on behind those closed doors?
Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Vehicle in Poplar Grove, Salt Lake City Police Investigating
An investigation is underway by the Salt Lake City Police Department following a deadly incident where a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle last Friday. According to the Salt Lake City Police Department, emergency services were alerted to the crash at around 6:26 a.m. near the Salt Lake City Fleet Department in the...
Park City police blotter: Loudness and a fight reported
On Sunday, Oct. 5, at 7:16 p.m., an officer noticed a vehicle that was left “between two no parking signs and on the sidewalk” along Royal Street. Public police logs did not provide details about any enforcement action. The police at 1:40 p.m. described a driver as impeding...
Large warehouse burned in structure fire off 700 W in Salt Lake City
A structure fire is burning off 700 S in Salt Lake City, and Salt Lake City Fire Department is on scene.
Murray turns the lights out on Motel 6 redevelopment conversion
The former Motel 6 property is being floated as possible affordable housing apartments. (Shaun Delliskave/City Journals) The Murray City Planning Commission has rejected a proposal to convert the former Motel 6/Studio 6 on 6600 South into a mixed-use affordable housing project, citing concerns raised by residents and...
Utah’s Only Thatched-Roof Home Hits the Market for $4.2 Million
Conceived by architect David Easton in the early 1990s, the home was originally meant to be part of a huge 14-acre estate.
