A 54-year-old man from northern Utah was taken into custody on Monday, January 27, after he was accused of sending child sex abuse material—commonly referred to as child pornography—through the mobile app Kik. Authorities arrested Ned Brady Hansen on eight counts of sexual exploitation of a minor, with each count classified as a second-degree felony. … Read more
A devastating incident unfolded on Tuesday morning in Layton, Utah, when 67-year-old Steven Winn, a dedicated crossing guard, was struck and killed by a vehicle. Winn was performing his duties near Vae View Elementary School, where he had been assisting students as they crossed a busy intersection. According to the Layton City Police Department, Winn … Read more
In a swift response to President Donald Trump’s plan to halt federal funding for various government programs, a federal judge issued a temporary block on Tuesday, just minutes before the freeze was set to take effect. The ruling, handed down by U.S. District Judge Loren L. AliKhan, prevents the pause from impacting existing programs until … Read more
A 16-year-old suspect has been arrested following a large fire at an apartment building in Ogden, Utah, which occurred over the weekend. Authorities announced the arrest on Tuesday evening, confirming the teenager has been charged with arson, causing a catastrophe, and criminal mischief, all of which are second-degree felonies. During a press conference on Tuesday, … Read more
Patients affected by a data breach at Tampa General Hospital in Florida have just 24 hours left to claim compensation from a $6.8 million settlement. The breach, which occurred in 2023, compromised the personal data of around 2.1 million individuals, including sensitive information such as Social Security numbers, health insurance details, medical records, and treatment … Read more
A data breach at Hapy Bear Surgery Center in Tulare, California, has led to a class action lawsuit settlement, offering eligible individuals the chance to claim compensation of up to $8,050. The breach, which took place in 2023, exposed sensitive patient data including names, Social Security numbers, medical records, and health insurance details. The lawsuit … Read more
Nationstar Mortgage has reached a $5.8 million settlement to resolve allegations that it violated mortgage servicing laws, resulting in some borrowers losing their homes due to foreclosure. This settlement presents an opportunity for affected individuals to claim compensation without needing to submit extensive documentation. The settlement benefits borrowers whose loans were transferred to Nationstar for … Read more
A wanted fugitive was arrested on Sunday, Jan. 26, after Salt Lake City police officers apprehended him during an enforcement operation on the Jordan River Trail. The 54-year-old man, identified as Troy Olson, was found to be in possession of illegal drugs and stolen mail. The investigation began around 11:45 p.m. when officers responded to … Read more
A 31-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday when he was intercepted by police on his way to pick up a 14-year-old girl, according to Kaysville Police. Anthony Anderson, 31, was arrested in Davis County on kidnapping, endangerment of a child, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and an additional 10 counts of … Read more
On January 22, Utah lawmakers took a significant step toward ending the semi-annual time changes that have long been a topic of debate. House Bill 120, known as the Time Change Amendments, passed the House Government Operations Committee with unanimous support, marking another milestone in efforts to keep Utah on one time year-round. The bill, … Read more