Brush fire burns several acres along Jordan River Parkway in West Valley
WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah (KUTV) — A human-caused brush fire burned two to three acres along the Jordan River Parkway in West Valley City. Crews were dispatched to the area at about 2:30 a.m. Sunday, finding a fire burning near the Utah Cultural Celebration Center at 1355 W 3100 S, according to officials with the West Valley City Fire Department.
14-year-old girl reported missing out of South Salt Lake
A teen girl has been reported missing out of South Salt Lake, according to South Salt Lake Police.
Salt Lake teen wins national cooking competition, now heads to ‘Super Bowl’ of food...
SALT LAKE CITY — When Merrill Oaks was 5 years old, he watched the movie "Ratatouille" for the first time. "From that point forward, I was like, 'Hey, cooking kinda looks fun.' So we made an omelet after that, and it all started from there," Merrill said. Seven years...
Victim in fair condition after Butterfield Canyon shooting
BUTTFIELD CANYON, Salt Lake County, May 3, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — One person is in fair condition after a shooting Saturday night at Butterfield Canyon, in southwest Salt Lake County. The Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the shooting, which happened at about 11:45 p.m, said Chris Bronson,...
Community rallies around 6th-grade student who needs new wheelchair
NORTH SALT LAKE — When Mamadou Traore first held his newborn son, Tamba, he didn't think he'd survive the night. Born at just 1 pound, Tamba's chances of survival were slim, and his dad said it was "hard for a parent to see." "We knew something was wrong," Traore...
The Mediterranean Restaurants In Utah That Changed The Way Locals Eat
Utah has a lot going for it, but adventurous food is not always at the top of that list. Then Mediterranean cuisine shows up and quietly proves everyone wrong. There is something almost unfair about how a single plate of food can reset your entire standard for a meal out.
Cities across Utah are being asked to conserve water amidst drought concerns
Residents are being asked to wait to water their lawns until May 15, and officials hope it gets taken seriously.
DHS responds after 22-year-old is detained by ICE while heading to work
A 22-year-old man detained by ICE while heading to work remains in custody as federal officials respond to questions about his case and his family continues pushing for his release.
Enzyme Breakthrough at University of Utah Could Strengthen Ozempic and Wegovy Effects
Scientists discover new enzyme that could supercharge weight-loss drugs – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Unsplash) Researchers at the University of Utah identified a novel enzyme called PapB that transforms linear peptide drugs into compact ring shapes. This process, known as macrocyclization, links the ends of peptides through a precise sulfur-carbon bond called ... Read more The post Enzyme Breakthrough at University...
Salt Lake City Basks in Sun, Braces for Wind and Thunder Whiplash
Salt Lake City started Saturday, May 2, under clear skies, with temperatures in the mid-40s at the Salt Lake City airport. Sunshine is expected to nudge afternoon readings into the low to mid 70s, setting up comfortable conditions for most outdoor plans. Sunny Saturday, Toastier Sunday. Saturday should stay mostly...

















