Zion National Park hiker found dead after apparent fall

Authorities in Utah discovered a deceased male on the Canyon Overlook Trail in Zion National Park over the weekend after receiving a report of a possible fall.

Utah judge dismisses Gabby Petito wrongful death lawsuit against Moab police

A Utah judge dismissed a $50 million wrongful death lawsuit filed by Gabby Petito's parents against Moab police, citing governmental immunity. The family plans to appeal, seeking justice for alleged police negligence during a 2021 domestic violence incident involving Petito and Brian Laundrie.

Hiker falls to death on popular trail in Arches National Park

A 68-year-old man from Paramus, New Jersey, tragically fell to his death while hiking in Utah's Arches National Park on Tuesday.

Cabin pressure issue on Delta flight causes ear pain, bloody noses for passengers

A Delta flight from Salt Lake City to Portland was forced to return due to cabin pressure issues, causing passengers to experience pain, ear discomfort, and nosebleeds.

Unsuspecting shoppers in multiple states fall victim to 'distraction thefts'

A quiet Utah town is the latest locality plagued by "distraction thefts" against unsuspecting shoppers carried out by "interstate crime groups" – transient criminals who travel the country to steal before crossing state lines to strike elsewhere, often affiliated with Romanian and South American crime rings.

1 dead, 2 injured after lightning strikes fishing boat in Utah

A tragic accident occurred on Sunday morning when lightning struck a boat on the Bear River in Corinne, Utah, killing one person and injuring two others.

Father drowns trying to save son who jumped into Utah lake to rescue woman in storm

The father was swimming and boating with his 17-year-old son this weekend when thunderstorms impacted Willard Bay State Park near Eagle Beach in Utah, authorities said.

'Double Arch' at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area has collapsed: National Park Service

The Double Arch, per park officials, was a frequently visited geological feature, and it collapsed on Aug. 8. Changing water levels and erosion are believed to have contributed to the collapse.

Small plane crashes into front yard; Everyone survives

A small plane crashed into a family's front yard in Utah. The plane's pilot and passenger both survived the wreck.

Salt Lake City to host 2034 Winter Olympics in first return since 2002

Salt Lake City was formally awarded the 2034 Winter Olympics following a Wednesday vote by the International Olympic Committee in Paris, giving Utah its second Games after hosting in 2002.

Sundance Film Festival narrows down future host cities: Here’s where

On Friday, the Sundance Institute announced its six finalists in its search for a new host location for the influential Sundance Film Festival.

Father, daughter die at Canyonlands National Park after running out of water in 100-degree heat

The tragedy marks the latest deaths this summer at National Parks in the West, including at Grand Canyon and Death Valley national parks. A record heat wave has claimed dozens of lives in Arizona, California, Utah, and Oregon.