Police/Courts
Troopers using new approach to keep roads safe Memorial Day weekend
The Utah Highway Patrol will be hitting the roads in extra large numbers for the Memorial Day weekend.
Utah Task Force 1 ready for any disaster
An elite search and rescue team in Utah was put on alert this week after a tornado blew through Oklahoma on Monday. Read more »
Steven Powell can't go back to his home, corrections officials say
The Washington Department of Corrections has told Steven Powell that because of community concerns, he cannot return to live in his old home in Puyallup, Wash., if he wants to be released from... Read more »
Family, drug court graduation give mother reason to smile
Tara Roweton said Thursday it "feels great" to graduate from family dependency drug court. It's a big step on her quest to have a happy, stable life for her and her son. Read more »
Man accused of shooting at Duchesne deputies competent for trial
A Duchesne County man accused of shooting at a man driving past his property, and later at sheriff's deputies, has been found competent to stand trial. Read more »
Deputy shot man twice but didn't call paramedics, lawsuit claims
The family of Troy Burkinshaw, who was shot and killed by a sheriff's deputy last year, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging he used unnecessary force in killing a man following a low-speed chase. Read more »
Police sketch artists retires after more than 40 years of service
It takes someone with a lot talent to draw sketches good enough to be able to recognize someone who's wanted by law enforcement. After four decades of making sure every little precise detail is... Read more »
6 arrested in live sex show at Syracuse movie theater
Six people were arrested after police say they discovered a cleaning crew allegedly using a movie theater after hours for prostitution and a live sex show. Read more »
Duchesne County man charged in hatchet attack
A Duchesne County man walked into the Roosevelt Police Department over the weekend, told an officer he had attacked a drinking companion with a hatchet and said he needed to turn himself in. Read more »
Davis County honor student arrested in deaths of 2 younger brothers
Two young brothers, ages 4 and 10, were found dead in their West Point home late Wednesday. Their 15-year-old brother was arrested Thursday in connection with the deaths. Read more »
Crime estimated to increase as temperatures rise: How to protect your assets
As the temperatures rise outside, more people become victims home burglary, as well as violent crimes. Read more »
Man killed in fall near Bridal Veil Falls
Police were working Wednesday night to identify a man who was killed after falling almost 200 feet near Bridal Veil Falls. Read more »
Second UFA employee being investigated for drugs
A second firefighter is facing possible drug charges triggered by a review of what happened to medications missing from the Unified Fire Authority, and a third employee could be under scrutiny as... Read more »
Police locate West Point teen called 'person of interest' in brothers' deaths
A 4-year-old and a 10-year-old are dead under suspicious circumstances, and police searched for several hours to locate their older brother Wednesday night, calling him a person of interest. Read more »
Police say man dressed as woman robs Sandy bank
Police are searching for a man who robbed a Zions Bank Wednesday just before closing dressed as a woman. Read more »
Syracuse resident rescued from burning home
A Syracuse resident said God was on her side this afternoon when two construction workers pulled her from her burning house. Read more »
Bail set for man whose Utah child sex abuse conviction was vacated
An 8th District judge set a $10,000 bail Wednesday for a man who has served nearly four years in prison for an aggravated child sex abuse conviction that was vacated by the Utah Supreme Court... Read more »
Police arrest aggressive solicitor in Herriman
Police arrested a solicitor in Herriman Wednesday after residents complained the man was too aggressive. Read more »
Bountiful man killed in 3-car collision on I-215
Police have identified the man killed in an accident on I-215 Monday. Read more »
Truck hits boy on bike, causes serious head injuries
A 15-year-old boy on a bike sustained serious head injuries Tuesday when he was hit by a truck. Read more »
S.L. County Council says no to release of records in shooting death of Danielle Willard
The Salt Lake County Council will not release records related to the fatal officer-involved shooting of Danielle Willard in West Valley City on Nov. 2, 2012, citing the need to protect evidence in an ongoing investigation Read more »
Family of man killed in DUI case hopes driver will take responsibility
The family of a man killed by a suspected DUI driver says it doesn't know if the man who stands accused of the crime knows the consequences of his alleged actions. Read more »
Josh Powell made 'admission of guilt' in wife's death, psychologist says
While West Valley police have closed their active investigation into Susan Powell's disappearance, her father said he is ready to being conducting his own searches. Read more »
XanGo seeks ouster of co-founder in new lawsuit
A XanGo co-founder who sued his partners last week is now the subject of a lawsuit seeking his ouster from the company. Read more »
Ordinance would offer 'second chance' instead of jail for traffic offense
Instead of booking people into jail and impounding their cars for failing to appear in court on low-level traffic offenses, a proposed Salt Lake County ordinance would allow officers to issue... Read more »
Couples registry gets preliminary nod from Salt Lake County Council
The Salt Lake County Council gave preliminary approval to the creation of a mutual commitment registry, which would grant official recognition to unmarried and committed partnerships. Read more »
Older stories can be found in the story archives
Letters to family show Steven Powell still defiant behind bars
Newly released letters between Steven Powell and members of his family indicate Powell still has ill feelings toward law enforcement, Chuck Cox, the LDS Church, and indicate a desire to file a... Read more »
Davis County honor student arrested in deaths of 2 younger brothers
Two young brothers, ages 4 and 10, were found dead in their West Point home late Wednesday. Their 15-year-old brother was arrested Thursday in connection with the deaths. Read more »
Police locate West Point teen called 'person of interest' in brothers' deaths
A 4-year-old and a 10-year-old are dead under suspicious circumstances, and police searched for several hours to locate their older brother Wednesday night, calling him a person of interest. Read more »
Josh Powell made 'admission of guilt' in wife's death, psychologist says
While West Valley police have closed their active investigation into Susan Powell's disappearance, her father said he is ready to being conducting his own searches. Read more »
6 arrested in live sex show at Syracuse movie theater
Six people were arrested after police say they discovered a cleaning crew allegedly using a movie theater after hours for prostitution and a live sex show. Read more »
Steven Powell can't go back to his home, corrections officials say
The Washington Department of Corrections has told Steven Powell that because of community concerns, he cannot return to live in his old home in Puyallup, Wash., if he wants to be released from... Read more »
Man killed in fall near Bridal Veil Falls
Police were working Wednesday night to identify a man who was killed after falling almost 200 feet near Bridal Veil Falls. Read more »
Duchesne County man charged in hatchet attack
A Duchesne County man walked into the Roosevelt Police Department over the weekend, told an officer he had attacked a drinking companion with a hatchet and said he needed to turn himself in. Read more »
Crime estimated to increase as temperatures rise: How to protect your assets
As the temperatures continue to rise, more people are going outside and out of town for activities and vacations, leaving homes and cars unattended — often for days. The change in weather... Read more »
Bail set for man whose Utah child sex abuse conviction was vacated
An 8th District judge set a $10,000 bail Wednesday for a man who has served nearly four years in prison for an aggravated child sex abuse conviction that was vacated by the Utah Supreme Court... Read more »
Troopers using new approach to keep roads safe this Memorial Day weekend
The Utah Highway Patrol will be hitting the roads in extra large numbers for the Memorial Day weekend, and their enforcement efforts will be guided by a database of crash information. Read more »
Deputy shot man twice but didn't call paramedics, lawsuit claims
The family of Troy Burkinshaw, who was shot and killed by a sheriff's deputy last year, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging he used unnecessary force in killing a man following a low-speed chase. Read more »
Search for Susan Cox Powell is over, West Valley police say
After 3 1/2 years, West Valley police have called off the search for Susan Cox Powell. They shared extensive new details about their investigation Monday. Read more »
XanGo co-founder accuses partners of corporate looting in lawsuit
A co-founder of XanGo paints a picture of a company rife with corporate looting, internal cover-ups and spying in a federal lawsuit. Read more »
Police arrest aggressive solicitor in Herriman
Police arrested a solicitor in Herriman Wednesday after residents complained the man was too aggressive. Read more »
Second UFA employee being investigated for drugs
A second firefighter is facing possible drug charges triggered by a review of what happened to medications missing from the Unified Fire Authority, and a third employee could be under scrutiny as... Read more »
Family, drug court graduation give mother reason to smile
Tara Roweton said Thursday it "feels great" to graduate from family dependency drug court. It's a big step on her quest to have a happy, stable life for her and her son. Read more »
Crime estimated to increase as temperatures rise: How to protect your assets
As the temperatures rise outside, more people become victims home burglary, as well as violent crimes. Read more »
Police say man dressed as woman robs Sandy bank
Police are searching for a man who robbed a Zions Bank Wednesday just before closing dressed as a woman. Read more »
Couples registry gets preliminary nod from Salt Lake County Council
The Salt Lake County Council gave preliminary approval to the creation of a mutual commitment registry, which would grant official recognition to unmarried and committed partnerships. Read more »
XanGo seeks ouster of co-founder in new lawsuit
A XanGo co-founder who sued his partners last week is now the subject of a lawsuit seeking his ouster from the company. Read more »
Warrants issued for 3 suspects in beating that left Vernal man in coma
Arrest warrants have been issued for three people in the May 15 beating that left a Vernal man in a coma. Police say they're also looking for a 17-year-old boy in connection with the assault. Read more »
Syracuse resident rescued from burning home
A Syracuse resident said God was on her side this afternoon when two construction workers pulled her from her burning house. Read more »
Fly a flag for Cody: Army confirms Utah man died in Afghanistan explosion
A Utah County man originally listed as "missing in action" this week after a bomb went off next to him in Afghanistan was confirmed "killed in action" Saturday night by the Army. Read more »
Police sketch artists retires after more than 40 years of service
It takes someone with a lot talent to draw sketches good enough to be able to recognize someone who's wanted by law enforcement. After four decades of making sure every little precise detail is... Read more »
- Sister Frances J. Monson's legacy of love...
- Letters to family show Steven Powell still...
- Davis County honor student arrested in deaths...
- LDS Church responds to Boy Scouts of...
- Police locate West Point teen called 'person...
- Live streaming: Frances J. Monson funeral
- Abercrombie & Fitch CEO posts statement on...
- Woman uses public punishment to teach a...

- Couples registry gets preliminary nod...
29 - XanGo co-founder accuses partners of...
24 - Search for Susan Cox Powell is over,...
21 - Letters to family show Steven Powell...
20 - Two more guns seized at Salt Lake City...
9 - Josh Powell made 'admission of guilt'...
9 - Davis County honor student arrested in...
8 - Police locate West Point teen called...
7




