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SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) - Just when it looked like the Utah Mammoth were going to cruise to a comfortable win over Pittsburgh, they needed rookie goalie Sebastian Cossa to make the biggest save of his life to pull out the victory. Cossa, making his first home start, made a sprawling save on a
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Crews are responding to a crash on northbound I-15 in St. George. According to the Utah Department of Transportation, a crash is leading to closures. Several lanes of northbound I-15 are closed at milepost 5, which is near the Virgin River exit at St. George. Lieutenant Zach Randall…
WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah (ABC4) — Using a remote-controlled crawler, West Valley City's Public Works Department rescued a kitten stuck in a pipe. According to the West Valley City Government, members of their storm crew in their Public Works Department received reports of a kitten that was stuck inside of a drainpipe…
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently dedicated their first Temple in Nicaragua. Additionally, they announced the location of a temple in El Paso, Texas. The El Paso Texas Temple was initially announced in October 2024 and is set to be the 10th temple in the Lone Star
NEW HARMONY, Utah (ABC4) — Rocky Mountain Power plans to build a 54-mile transmission line in Southern Utah, leading to some concerns from local residents The project, titled the Three Peaks to Purgatory Flat transmission line project, was announced to the public earlier this year ahead of open house meetings. It…
WASATCH COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — A resolution asking for Wasatch County Sheriff Jared Rigby to resign is set to appear before the county council later this week. This comes after Rigby was criminally indicted. According to the meeting agenda, the council will discuss and consider the recently proposed Resolution 26-13…
PROVO, Utah (ABC4 Sports) - When Notre Dame's final pass fell incomplete and the fans stormed the field at LaVell Edwards Stadium, the BYU team knew it had accomplished something historic. "It was surreal for sure," said tight end Walker Lyons, who caught the game-winning touchdown pass in the Cougars' 28-24 win. "All…
DAVIS COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Health officials are warning after an invasive mosquito species was found in Davis County. According to the Davis County Health Department, their Mosquito Abatement District identified an Aedes aegypti mosquito during routine testing. While that species of mosquito has been found…
SUMMIT COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — The court-appointed attorney assigned to represent Kouri Richins in her fraud case has asked to withdraw. This comes after Richins claimed her attorney had a conflict of interest. Amy Fowler, who has been representing Richins as she faces dozens of fraud and money laundering charges, filed…
A man who has been missing since September was located safe, officials announced.
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — The Utah Transit Authority has started updating their Strategic Long-Range Transit Plan and is looking for community feedback to help shape it. The plan, known as UTA Moves 2055, was adopted in 2024. The plan established strategies to maintain and enhance the existing transit system…
Visitors to Bryce Canyon National Park now have expanded trail access with the completion of the final phase of the Bryce Canyon Shared Use Path.
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — Visit Salt Lake is accepting applications for its Salt Lake Visitor Experience Development Grant which aims at helping local businesses create bookable experiences. Visit Salt Lake (VSL) is offering a total of $50,000 to eligible applicants, with each of them having the opportunity to…
MAGNA, Utah (ABC4) — Tonight, Magna City discussed potential violations of city policy by the mayor, weeks after a report alleged he had mistreated employees and interfered in law enforcement investigations for years. During the meeting, the city council formally issued a censure and reprimand against Mayor Mick…
Multiple state election officials, including Utah officials, received suspicious envelopes and threats last week.
Happy Monday, Utah! A weak area of low pressure will spin plenty of clouds into Utah over the next few days. A few isolated showers will be possible through midweek, but much higher rain chances arrive later this week.
Firefighters are responding to a blaze on West Temple Street in Salt Lake City.
A juvenile was taken to the hospital in serious condition after being shot outside of a West Valley City charter school.
It's time to once again round up your gently used coats and other winter gear for the 14th annual Warm Bodies, Warm Souls clothing drive.
During its 18th annual memorial on October 19, 2026, the Utah Department of Transportation honored the 30 teenagers killed on state roads in 2025 and released data highlighting speeding as a primary contributing factor.
A man has been jailed for allegedly throwing rocks at vehicles on US-6, causing damage to one car's windshield.
The Tremonton Fire Department is welcoming its newest recruit: a therapy dog, which the department says is part of its proactive approach to firefighter mental health.
Idaho's 8th temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was dedicated Sunday in Montpelier.
It's finally time: the long-awaited Trader Joe's in West Jordan is holding its grand opening this Friday.
Three men are in jail after an argument in a St. George restaurant led to them physically attacking a victim outside.
At the G20 Interfaith Forum on Saturday, Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints spoke on the importance of humanity shaping artificial intelligence technology.
More than 1.5 million pounds of meat products have been recalled.
An 18-year-old was arrested after police say he chased multiple people with a machete and threatened them before forcing two victims to hand over their wallets.
A 19-year-old is behind bars for arson after allegedly entering his ex-girlfriend's house and lighting her clothing on fire in the garage.
A Roman Catholic priest celebrating an evening Mass in southwestern Ecuador has died after a crucifix fell on him during the livestreamed service.
The week will start out fairly comfortable with a few rain showers possible across southern Utah as a shortwave trough moves across the region. These conditions will stick around through Wednesday with temperatures hovering around average. By the middle and end of the week, a pattern change will be on the way with…
The next time your flight is canceled or delayed, it may not be as easy to get compensation as a new federal rule takes effect.
Friends, family and fellow firefighters gathered at Skydive Utah on Saturday, to honor the life of 27-year-old Gabe Reilly, a Salt Lake City firefighter who died last month while base jumping.
MONA, Utah (ABC4) — The Utah Renaissance Faire hosted medieval themed food, games, and characters for the 14th year in a row this weekend. The fair took place at the Mount Nebo Botanical Farm in Mona, marking the third year for the faire at the location. Rich Thurman, the Executive Director and originator of the
WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah (ABC4) — Volunteers from the World Mission Society Church of God Young Adult Worker Group gathered to plant trees near the I-215 freeway near 3500 South. The group is also known as ASEZ WAO, which stands for "Save the Earth from A to Z" and We Are One." Volunteers worked to
UPDATE: As of 7:20 p.m., UDOT reports that there are no longer any lanes blocked. SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — Northbound I-15 is closed at 600 N due to a three vehicle crash. Utah Highway Patrol confirmed that a three vehicle accident closed lanes on I-15 at 3:19 p.m. the decision to close I-15
CEDAR CITY, Utah (ABC4) — A woman in Cedar City has been arrested after crashing her vehicle into a bowling alley and causing an estimated $100,000 in damages. Chantell Strong, 40, was arrested one a count of criminal mischief causing more than $5,000 in losses and a count of reckless driving. Cedar City Police…
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — A 17-year-old male was hospitalized after a shooting in the Westpointe neighborhood on Saturday night. Officers from the Salt Lake City Police Department responded to the incident at 11:20 p.m. they arrived at the area to find a Halloween party taking place near 1900 W Sergeant Dr. As…
PROVO, Utah (ABC4 Sports) - Following Saturday's 28-24 thrilling win over Notre Dame, the BYU football team moves up six spots to #2 in the nation in the latest Associated Press poll released Sunday. The #2 ranking is BYU's highest since the Cougars finished #1 in the nation back in 1984. BYU has never been
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) - ESPN College GameDay is sticking around the Beehive State. After making its first appearance at BYU since 2009 this past weekend, the popular pregame show is headed for the University of Utah for a top-20 showdown against Houston this week. The 11th-ranked Utes (6-0, 3-0 Big 12) and…
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — Happy Sunday, Utah! We'll see another beautiful day in store with sunshine and some increasing cloud coverage across southern Utah. Daytime highs will warm right around average with highs in the upper 60's and a few low 70's for northern and central Utah and low to mid 70's across
PROVO, Utah (ABC4) —In one of the biggest games ever played at LaVell Edwards Stadium, No. 8 BYU delivered one of the biggest wins in program history. Bear Bachmeier accounted for all four Cougar touchdowns, including the go-ahead score with less than two minutes remaining, and BYU’s defense made one final stand as…
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — Over 450 people and dogs went to Liberty Park today to raise support for Utah animal shelters. Best Friends' Animal Society's annual "Strut Your Mutt" event allowed people and their pets to come together to save lives of homeless pets across the state and the country. The focal point
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — Cities across Utah participated in the nationwide No Kings protests. Citizens in Salt Lake City, Ogden, Provo, and St. George gathered to partake in marches and pro-voting activities. Marches in Salt Lake City caused traffic delays as protestors marched from the capitol down State Street…
MILLCREEK, Utah (ABC4) — A woman waiting at a bus stop was struck by a vehicle in Millcreek. The incident occurred at around 6:18 p.m. near 3300 S and 900 E, and Unified Police responded to the accident. The woman was taken to the hospital with serious, but not life-threatening injuries. Investigators believe the car
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) - Happy Saturday, Utah! Today will be a repeat of what we saw yesterday with picture-perfect weather on deck with clear skies and seasonal temperatures. Daytime highs will again top out in the mid to upper 60s most of the state, possibly hitting low 70s for some, and St. George should
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Arizona is joining Nevada in a lawsuit challenging federally imposed cuts to Colorado River allotments. The two Lower Basin states claim the cuts would significantly impact their economies. In a message posted to social media Friday afternoon, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs (D) expressed…
SARATOGA SPRINGS, Utah (ABC4) — Recently unsealed search warrants reveal that police used drones and cell tower data during their investigation into a Saratoga Springs double homicide. Around 11:30 p.m. on March 27, 8-year-old Eli Painter and 44-year-old Jessica Lyman were shot inside a Saratoga Springs residence on…
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released resources for the 2027 youth theme including a new logo and music album. The 2027 youth theme is "Rejoice in Christ" in alignment with the 2027 Salt Lake Temple Celebration, and was announced on Sept. 1. On Friday, the church released
OGDEN, Utah (ABC4) — A motorcyclist is critically injured after a collision with a vehicle on Washington Boulevard. According to Lieutenant Kayes, with Ogden Police Department, they are on scene of the crash, which occurred on southbound Washington Boulevard at 3150 S in Ogden. A motorcyclist was traveling southbound…
On World Restart a Heart Day, the American Red Cross encouraged Utah residents to learn CPR and AED skills to improve survival rates for cardiac arrest victims.
WEBER COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Weber County will reportedly be awarding opioid settlement funds to local initiatives to help those struggling with addiction. The funds, which come from class-action lawsuits against pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution companies will go to the Weber/Davis Misdemeanor Substance…
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The court has dismissed a lawsuit against Salt Lake City, initially filed by the family of a man who died after climbing into an airplane engine at SLC International Airport. On January 1, 2024, 30-year-old Kyler Efinger used an emergency exit at the airport to access the airport ramp area
Blue and white is filling the room at Chubby's Cafe in Orem as fans continue to prepare for the big game between No. 8 ranked BYU and No. 2 ranked Notre Dame on Saturday.
SUMMIT COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Kouri Richins is once again seeking to postpone the decision on her appeal for a new trial, filing a motion for the full, unredacted charging documents against Wasatch County Sheriff Jared Rigby and former Summit County Sheriff David Edmunds. Richins, who was sentenced to life in prison…
A man who previously pleaded guilty to faking a murder plot to make it seem as though his wife was trying to kill him has now been sentenced.
An owl was rescued on Friday after it became tangled in fishing line that was dangling from a power pole.
NIBLEY, Utah (ABC4) — The Nibley Morgan Farm Corporation helps keep the Cache Valley's agricultural history alive through the preservation of Morgan Farm. Thanks to a grant and donation, it's taking it a step further by expanding opportunities for kids who are looking to take part in raising animals for 4-H. As Nibley…
Fall Break is here for thousands of students across Utah and as families hit the roads for little getaways, delays are to be expected.
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Employment in nonfarm and private sectors in Utah increased in September, boosting the state's employment numbers. According to the monthly report from the Utah Department of Workforce Services (DWS), nonfarm payroll employment increased by 1.4% across the past 12 months, adding over 25,200…
Five lanes of northbound I-15 have been closed as first responders are at the scene of a crash in Sandy.
A 47-year-old man was arrested after police say he tried to meet up with who he believed was a 15-year-old girl, all while he was on parole for child sexual abuse.
One person has died following a crash involving a semi-truck and a side-by-side on US-6.
A 26-year-old man was arrested and charged after Nevada law enforcement officials found over 700 pounds of methamphetamine and fentanyl in his pickup truck.
Happy Friday, Utah! A ridge of high pressure builds into Utah, bringing more sunshine and seasonal temperatures for the weekend.
In the second episode of our News4Utah+ show Trending in Utah, we interview the man who found the wallet in Bank of Utah's treasure hunt, discuss a drink created to honor Dolly Parton, and talk about BugFest.
Two juveniles have been booked into juvenile detention after a man was found dead in Holladay, police say.
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations in Millcreek, Parley's Canyon, and near Logan beginning on Sunday, Oct. 18.
A man has been hospitalized following an altercation at the hot springs in Saratoga Springs.
A truck driver has been jailed in Nevada for allegedly sexually assaulting a 16-year-old boy at a public bathroom while traveling through the state.
A new water rights application for the controversial Stratos Project data center has been filed with the Utah Division of Water Resources. That application provides some new details about the project and claims that the project will use less water than the current agricultural irrigation does now.
The recalled thermal laminators were sold online on Amazon.com from June 2024 through September 2026.
The body of 33-year-old Michelle Parker has not been recovered, but all evidence leads police to believe her ex-fiancé Dale Smith is responsible, they say.
Beautiful weather sticks around through the weekend before our next round of moisture arrives early next week.
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — After two winters where precipitation was scarce at best, Southern Utah reservoirs are getting a much-needed boost from the recent storms that have swept the state. Between those dry winters, Utah has faced two incredibly hot summers, and therefore you would likely expect reservoirs in…
Editor's note: SPORT COURT is a registered trademark of Connor Sport Court International, LLC and has no affiliation with the charges herein. PROVO, Utah (ABC4) — The former president and vice president of a Utah company that built courts for sporting activities, that had its license revoked in 2023, are now facing…
SUMMIT COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Kouri Richins is seeking a new court-appointed attorney in her mortgage fraud, arguing that her attorney once represented the prosecution's star witness in her separate murder trial. Earlier this year, Richins was sentenced to life in prison without parole for murdering her husband in 2022…
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) -- There are a number of organizations in Utah working to help people in need of housing. With an overwhelming need and limited number of case managers, even someone who qualifies for immediate help, might have a long wait. We recently met Royal Allred. He lives in a motel but will
BOX ELDER COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Water will be moving back into the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge as teams have wrapped up a two-year maintenance project focusing on replacing its old water control infrastructure. The refuge spans over 74,000 acres and protects the marshes found at the mouth of the Bear River. These…
TOOELE COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — A Tooele man has been arrested after allegedly stabbing his wife multiple times. Donald Louis Arend, 81, has been arrested for attempted aggravated murder (first-degree felony). According to court documents, officers with Tooele City Police Department responded to a Tooele residence after…
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Police have identified the man shot and killed during an officer-involved shooting near Erda yesterday. The suspect rolled his car during a brief police pursuit after fleeing from police and, after exiting the vehicle, was shot by police officers. He has now been identified as 41-year-old…
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — A new study from Weber State University found many Utahns are willing to pay more each year to help restore and protect the Great Salt Lake. Researchers surveyed over 1,000 Utah residents and found they would be willing to contribute anywhere from $37 to $485 annually toward a conservation…
When we are little, we are repeatedly asked what we want to be when we grow up. Some answer "dancer," some answer "princess," and some answer "firefighter," but one of the most common childhood aspirational answers is "astronaut."
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Kevin O'Leary, also known as 'Mr Wonderful' is facing another defamation lawsuit after claiming that Utah organizations and their leaders were 'Chinese Communist Proxies'. In May, O'Leary posted on X.com and other platforms arguing that Alliance for a Better Utah and Elevate Strategies were…
DRAPER, Utah (ABC4) — If you're looking for a spooky family friendly outdoor activity to get into the spirit of Halloween, then look no further! Because on Oct. 15, the City of Draper is opening the up the Haunted Trail! What is the Haunted Trail? According to Draper, this trail is a short one-third mile
WANSHIP, Utah (ABC4) — I-80 is closed to eastbound traffic due to a crash. According to the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), eastbound I-80 is closed to traffic near Coalville. Additionally, the left westbound lane and left shoulder is blocked. Officials say that it appears to be caused by a wrong-way driver…
Alta Ski Area, situated at the top of Little Cottonwood Canyon, is changing its parking rules to manage its limited space. These changes include a $100 fee for no-shows on parking reservations.
Officials are responding to an incident in West Valley City where a storage building reportedly caught fire.
In the latest episode of our News4Utah+ show Trending in Utah, we discuss the Utah Dirty Sodas being voted as the best new alternate identity in Minor League Baseball, the new ride coming to Lagoon, and more!
A little more than a month after the air quality permit for the expansion of mining operations in Parley's Canyon was granted, the city of Millcreek is filing an appeal to challenge that permit.
Happy Thursday, Utah! A ridge of high pressure builds into Utah, bringing a return to sunshine and also more seasonal temperatures for the weekend.
On Saturday, the no. 8 BYU Cougars will take on the no. 2 Notre Dame Fighting Irish in one of the most anticipated football games of the season. With a special F-35 flyover planned, here's what you need to know before heading to Lavell Edwards Stadium.
Nearly 100 days after one of HawkWatch International's (HWI) ambassador birds escaped into Salt Lake City, he is back in their care.
Millions of Trump accounts received some seed funds last week.
A new series of treasure hunts with a $1 million grand prize is kicking off right here in Utah and will soon head to all 50 states.
Drivers should prepare for possible delays due to lane and ramp closures affecting I-15, SR-201, and other state highways in Davis and Salt Lake Counties.
The Beehive State has managed to rank among the most energy-efficient states across the U.S., though it doesn't mean Utahns are saving money on their power bills.
It even includes a charcuterie board.
President Donald Trump said Thursday that the Pentagon will no longer live-stream the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, after the announcement faced bipartisan criticism and Vice President JD Vance said he wouldn’t watch it.
UPDATE: On Oct. 15, Clark County Coroner Melanie Rouse identified the victim as Edward "Buddy" Lelburian Jackson. The coroner's office believes Jackson was in his mid-to-late 50s at the time of his death. LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A man whose remains were discovered in a barrel at Lake Mead back in 2022 has been identified,