Utah DHS Agent Faces Federal Charges for Selling Seized Drugs

Utah – Two Department of Homeland Security (DHS) special agents in Utah, assigned to combat drug trafficking, are now facing federal charges for allegedly selling seized drugs to dealers. Nicholas Kindle was charged on Monday with conspiracy to convert U.S. government property and conspiracy to distribute drugs. His alleged co-conspirator, David Cole, 50, of South … Read more

Utah’s $200 Million Tax Cut Proposal: What Tax Relief Can Taxpayers Expect?

Utah – Utah’s plans to eliminate state income taxes on Social Security benefits remain uncertain, but legislative actions in the coming 2025 session could provide a clearer picture. Last month, the state’s Executive Appropriations Committee allocated $231 million for potential tax cuts, with $165 million in ongoing revenue and $66 million in one-time funds earmarked … Read more

Second Federal Agent Arrested in Utah for Drug Trafficking Scheme

Utah – A second Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agent, Nicholas Kindle, has been charged in federal court for allegedly using a confidential informant to sell illicit drugs that were seized as evidence. Kindle’s arrest comes three weeks after his alleged co-conspirator, special agent David Cole, was charged. Both face a felony drug distribution conspiracy … Read more

Weber County Commission Approves $1.8 Million Jail Expansion and Nordic Village Plan

Weber County  – The Weber County Commission approved the final reading of an ordinance on Tuesday to adopt the project area plan and budget for the Nordic Village community reinvestment area. The vote came after local residents expressed concerns about building density, tax increment financing, and water availability during public comments. The Nordic Village project, … Read more