Salt Lake City – A body was discovered in the Jordan River on Thursday morning, prompting an investigation by Salt Lake City police. The discovery was reported around 11 a.m. near 1100 West 300 South, according to Detective Dalton Beebe. At this time, authorities have stated that there is “nothing suspicious” about the situation. Also … Read more
Utah – Representing the Beehive State are linebacker Fred Warner (BYU), cornerback Jaylon Johnson (Utah), and offensive tackle Penei Sewell (Desert Hills High School). These local athletes will compete in the Pro Bowl Games in Orlando this February. Fred Warner, in his fifth Pro Bowl selection, has put together an impressive season, tallying 123 total … Read more
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
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 – 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
Weber Canyon – Drivers are being urged to slow down after nearly a dozen vehicles were involved in crashes on Interstate 84 in Morgan County early Thursday morning. First responders are calling attention to the reckless driving habits that have become too common, as drivers seem overly confident in their abilities. The conditions along Weber … Read more
Gracie’s Kitchen, a Connecticut-based company, has issued a voluntary recall of nearly 150 ready-to-eat fruit and vegetable products due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall, classified as Class II by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), includes onions, peppers, watermelons, and other items sold under the brand names Gracie’s Kitchens, King Cullen, … Read more
Braga Fresh has voluntarily recalled 12-ounce bags of Marketside Broccoli Florets sold at Walmart locations in 20 states, citing potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This pathogen can cause severe illness, particularly in vulnerable populations, including older adults, children, and those with weakened immune systems. Details of the Recall The recalled broccoli bags have a best-by … Read more
Mississippi – A severe storm in Mississippi led to the tragic death of 18-year-old Tykeria Rogers, a senior and cheerleader at Natchez High School, when a tree toppled onto her home Saturday night. The incident occurred on Westwood Road, where the tree struck the front of the house, fatally injuring Tykeria. Emergency crews and neighbors … Read more
Ohio – Hundreds of Ohio State University employees will see their salary increases reversed after a U.S. district judge ruled against a Department of Labor overtime pay rule on Nov. 15. The ruling, which was backed by the state of Texas and several business organizations, overturned a regulation that had expanded overtime pay eligibility for … Read more