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Salt Lake City brings back popular landscaping exchange program
SALT LAKE CITY — Clean Air SLC has been a popular draw with Salt Lake City residents, removing 2,105 gas-powered equipment items since the landscaping equipment exchange program was launched two years ago.The...
2 key I-80, I-215 ramps near Salt Lake airport to close for up to 45 days
Utah transportation officials are urging travelers to plan ahead as it begins work on a pair of freeway ramps near Salt Lake City International Airport that will keep them closed for as much as 45 days.
Salt Lake City knew about allegations against councilwoman, but what was done?
Salt Lake City Councilwoman Eva Lopez Chavez said she welcomes a "fair and independent investigation" into the allegations made against her, which colleagues were previously aware of.
Man allegedly set fires in Big Cottonwood Canyon because 'spirits' told him to
BIG COTTONWOOD CANYON — A 34-year-old man accused of intentionally setting small fires in Big Cottonwood Canyon has been charged.Garret Jay Boyd, who is believed to be homeless, was charged Friday in 3rd...
Utahns try to prevent the detention, deportation of their Afghan neighbors
WEST VALLEY CITY — "I'm not scared," the man said, even as he waited outside the West Valley field office for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.He was summoned there for an appointment without any...
Salt Lake City's proposed camping ban draws fierce debate
SALT LAKE CITY — Dozens burned the midnight oil, staying late Tuesday night to voice their concerns about a proposed Salt Lake City ordinance that would tighten camping restrictions in Utah's capital...
Man who survived after shooting at, being shot by police sentenced to prison
SALT LAKE CITY — A man who survived a shootout with police said he is ready to move forward with his life, as he was sentenced to between two and 30 years in prison.Ramon Rojas-Huerta, 45, of West Valley...
Firefighters address risk, assessments as homeowners navigate insurance struggles
SANDY — Local fire departments are preparing homeowners for what could be a volatile wildfire season this year, as they also begin to educate residents about assessments and fees set to take effect in 2027 in...
Salt Lake City drops investigation of former councilwoman, still plans conduct changes
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah's capital city is no longer looking into misconduct allegations made against former Salt Lake City Councilwoman Eva Lopez Chavez, but it still wants to amend its code of conduct to avoid...
Salt Lake City's newest trail comes with a flashy new art piece nearly 2,000 feet long
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah's capital city has a new urban trail, and it comes with what might be the state's longest piece of art celebrating a unique story from the community it connects.Salt Lake City completed...
A game changer? Salt Lake City pizzarium tests state's new liquor waiver
SALT LAKE CITY — A new Salt Lake City pizzeria didn't waste much time testing a new state law, which allows restaurants to serve booze closer to parks.Via Veneto Pizzarium, located at 511 E. 900 South,...
Salt Lake City approves $1M loan to help Whiskey Street rebuild after 2025 fire
SALT LAKE CITY — A popular Salt Lake City bar and restaurant destroyed by a massive fire on Main Street last year is getting an assist from the city as it plans to rebuild taller than before.Salt Lake City's Co...