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Schmaltz scores again as Mammoth beat Devils, 5-3

NEWARK, N.J. (ABC4 Sports) - Five games into the NHL season and Nick Schmaltz has scored a goal in every one of them. Schmaltz scored his NHL-best fifth goal of the season, and the Utah Mammoth relied on their proficient power play to beat the New Jersey Devils 5-3 on Tuesday night. Clayton Keller, MacKenzie

Former elementary school teacher charged with sexual abuse of students

BOX ELDER COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — A former elementary school teacher has been charged with eight new felonies after allegedly sexually abusing students. Patrick Alan Green, 63, has been charged with eight felonies in two separate cases including one count of rape of a child (first-degree felony), one count of sodomy on…

Utah County projects low property tax revenues, but high-profile cases drive up costs

UTAH COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Utah County is expected to collect less property tax revenue per resident than other counties in the Beehive state in the next five years, according to a new report. According to Rod Mann, Utah County Auditor, the county has the lowest projected property tax revenue per capita, according to…

Wayshawn Parker on record-setting pace for Utes

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) - Wayshawn Parker has been a scoring machine this season for the #12 Utes football team. No player in the country is averaging more touchdowns per game than Parker, who has nine in just four games, and he has barely played in the second half in three of those games.

One pinned in car during head-on crash on Highway 30 in Box Elder County

GARLAND, Utah (ABC4) — Two people are in the hospital after a rollover crash on Highway 30 in Box Elder County. According to the Garland Fire Department (GFD), they responded to a motor vehicle crash on Highway 30 near Bear Dam, alongside Fielding Fire/EMS, Utah highway Patrol, and the Box Elder County Sheriff's…

How many people are on waitlists for Utah's technical colleges? New report released

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — How many students do you think are on the waitlist for Utah's variety of technical colleges? Well, the Utah System of Higher Education released a report that answers that question. The Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education asked each technical college to report the number of eligible…

Kouri Richins ordered to pay over $55 million in wrongful death lawsuit

SUMMIT COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Kouri Richins has been ordered to pay over $55 Million in a wrongful death lawsuit after killing her husband, Eric Richins, in 2022. In the order, issued on October 5, the court ruled that Richins is to pay $55,120,516 to Eric Richins' estate and Katie Richins-Benson, the sister of the

AI-focused executive order outlines government implementation

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Governor Spencer Cox signed an executive order focused on incorporating artificial intelligence into the state government. It requires AI literacy training for employees, directs agencies to use AI to streamline their internal processes, and outlines guardrails to prevent security failures. The…

Zion visitors urged to use alternate route as rockfall repairs continue

ZION NATIONAL PARK, Utah (ABC4) — Zion National Park officials are warning visitors to use an alternative route to the park's south entrance as the road remains closed following a rockfall last week. According to the park, the rockfall on Sept. 30 along the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway damaged the road and blocked travel…

New terrain, new thrills: Utah resorts debut major winter expansions

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Utah ski resorts will open more than 1,000 acres of new terrain and multiple upgraded chairlifts for the 2026-27 winter season. The statewide resort upgrades mark ongoing infrastructure developments across Utah's mountain destinations ahead of the 2034 Winter Games. According to Ski Utah…

Eagle Mountain Public Library earns top statewide distinction

EAGLE MOUNTAIN, Utah (ABC4) — Eagle Mountain Public Library has been recognized with the 2026 Quality Library Award from the Utah State Library Division, a distinction awarded to libraries that exceed the state's standards for public library service. The award highlights libraries that go beyond the basics and…

#12 Utah prepares for Kansas after bye week

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) —Utah football had plenty of reasons to enjoy its week off. The Utes entered the bye unbeaten at 4-0, moved up to No. 12 in the latest rankings and had an opportunity to recover before beginning the heart of their Big 12 schedule. Utah returns to Rice-Eccles Stadium Saturday night to

Cottonwood Heights to use goat herd for lawn maintenance

COTTONWOOD HEIGHTS, Utah (ABC4) — The City of Cottonwood Heights is trying out a new approach to lawn maintenance. For approximately a week, they will be bringing in a goat herd to help combat weeds, leading to brief closures of Ferguson Park. According to the city, the Ferguson Off-Leash Park will be closed from…

Man charged after fight breaks out during football game

ST. GEORGE, Utah (ABC4) — A man has been charged after allegedly being involved in a fight following a football game. Trayvon Wilton Ward, 27, has been charged with aggravated assault (third-degree felony), Riot (Class B Misdemeanor) and disorderly conduct (an infraction). According to court documents, officers…

BYU going into Iowa State game shorthanded

PROVO, Utah (ABC4 Sports) - After surviving a hard-fought battle against TCU, #8 BYU now has a short week to prepare for Iowa State on Friday. But the Cougars could be shorthanded, missing a couple of key starters. Running back LJ Martin and linebacker Isaiah Glasker both got injured against TCU, and most likely won't

Woman pleads guilty to animal cruelty after 143 cats euthanized due to disease, neglect

TRENTON, Utah (ABC4) — A woman has pleaded guilty to multiple counts of animal cruelty, in exchange for the dismissal of over 130 additional charges. Her guilty plea comes months after law enforcement officials found, and had to euthanize, 143 cats at her animal sanctuary. Melissa Cowley, 57, pleaded guilty to nine…

Man jailed after attempting to meet up with 14-year-old child for sex

WEST VALLEY CITY (ABC4) — A man is behind bars after allegedly attempting to meet up with who he thought was a 14-year-old for sex. Bearl Bert Cox, 67, has been charged with three counts of attempted forcible sodomy (first-degree felonies), enticing a minor (second-degree felony) and attempted aggravated kidnapping…

Man drowns while swimming on Lake Havasu

LAKE HAVASU, Arizona (ABC4) — A man drowned while swimming on Lake Havasu. According to the Mohave County Sheriff's Office (MCSO), deputies with their Division of Boating Safety responded to the area south of Three Dunes on Lake Havasu. Callers reported that a male suspect had entered the water and became unconscious…

Woman in wheelchair killed in North Ogden crash

NORTH OGDEN, Utah (ABC4) — A wheelchair-bound woman is dead after being struck by a car while attempting to cross the road in North Ogden. According to North Ogden Police, the incident happened on Saturday at around 7 p.m. Officials say a vehicle was travelling southbound on Washington Blvd. The driver, who police say…

US Marine arrested for alleged killing of a woman on Okinawa

Japanese police arrested a U.S. Marine in the alleged robbery and killing of a woman on Okinawa, officials said Sunday, the latest criminal case on the southern island where the heavy American troop presence has remained a sensitive issue.

Hunter accidentally fired on, injured in Wasatch County

WASATCH COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — A 28-year-old man was injured in an accidental shooting while hunting in Wasatch County. Wasatch County Search and Rescue responded to the accident on Sunday afternoon, mobilizing to get to the area. The accident occurred in the remote Soapstone Basin. The individual was alert when they…

Suspect arrested after causing Clearfield to enter shelter-in-place

CLEARFIELD, Utah (ABC4) — Davon Hakeem Hinton was arrested Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026, after allegedly shooting a woman in Murray and leading police on a roof standoff in Clearfield. Hinton faces charges of attempted murder, prohibited dangerous weapon conduct, improper discharge of a dangerous weapon, witness tampering and…

'Ink & Art Fest' reminds community that no one fights cancer alone

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — The Ink Against Cancer foundation held their 10th annual festival this weekend, bringing together artists and the community to fight against cancer. The event took place at The Gateway and featured tattoo artists donating their time to support cancer warriors. All proceeds were donated to…

Child passes away days after being in critical condition due to Riverdale house fire

RIVERDALE, Utah (ABC4) — A fourth child has passed away after receiving care for days after a house fire in Riverdale. The Riverdale Police Department confirmed the news on Sunday in a statement. "Sadly, one of the children who had been hospitalized has passed away while receiving treatment. This brings the total…

General Conference Day 2: Members hear from President, several key leaders

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — The second day of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints' General Conference has concluded. Viewers both in person and online had the opportunity to hear from several key leaders of the church, including President Dallin H. Oaks. Oaks was the concluding speaker of the entire…

Pedestrian killed after being hit by two vehicles in West Valley

UPDATE: The deceased individual has been identified as 62-year-old Rigoberto Castillo-Hernandez of West Valley City. WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah (ABC4) — A man was killed on Mountain View Corridor in West Valley after being struck by two motorists. Police responded to the report at around 10:30 on Saturday night. The man…

Man arrested after picking up 15-year-old across state borders

WEST JORDAN, Utah (ABC4) — A 28-year-old man was arrested Saturday after police said he drove from California to Utah, picked up a 15-year-old girl he met online and drove her across state lines into Nevada. Danilo Miguel Ajqui Suy was booked on charges of criminal solicitation of child kidnapping and two counts of…

Above average temperatures and dry conditions continue

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — Happy Sunday, Utah! We'll continue our trend of unseasonable warmth and quiet conditions to end our weekend. High pressure will have firm control over our weather pattern, helping to keep conditions on the drier side with plenty of sunshine today. This high pressure is also allowing…

White City community comes together to beautify vacant lot

WHITE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — The citizens of White City gathered to partake in a beautification effort in their neighborhood by planting on a vacant lot. Brent Potter, chair of the White City Community Council, organized the gathering and the effort. He said that for a while now, this specific lot had bothered him. "This

'Open Your Eyes': 9th and 9th whale celebrates new mural with 'Whale Fest'

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — Salt Lake City celebrated a new mural on an existing sculpture with "Whale Fest," a community driven event. The sculpture "Out of the Blue" by Stephen Kesler adorned a new artistic piece titled "Open Your Eyes." The mural was painted by Jiyoun Lee-Lodge. "This beloved piece of public art

Motorcyclist dead after crash in Draper on I-15

DRAPER, Utah (ABC4) — A motorcyclist has died following a crash on I-15 in Draper. The motorcyclist collided with the rear of a Ford F-350 after colliding with another vehicle while slowing for traffic. The crash occurred around 1:20 p.m. The motorcyclist was taken to a nearby hospital and then later pronounced…

General Conference Day 1: Gambling and prediction markets addressed as 'morally wrong'

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — The first day of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints' General Conference session has concluded, with one of the focal points being the morality of gambling. In the morning session, President D. Todd Christofferson spoke about the explosion of gambling in recent years, calling…

Unseasonable Warmth This Weekend

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Happy Saturday, Utah! We'll be kicking off the workweek with above average temperatures across the state, and with warmer weather to come. Saturday's daytime highs will be about the same as they were on Friday, topping out in the low to mid 80s for most of the state, upper 70s

Inside the 'haunted' history of Asylum 49: Enter if you dare

TOOELE, Utah (ABC4) — Do you believe in ghosts? Well, one trip to Asylum 49 in Tooele County might just make you a believer. Now a popular haunted house and tourist attraction, Asylum 49 was once an actual hospital, with what some say were actual spirits roaming its corridors. Asylum 49 has a tangled history

Dirt bike rider seriously injured in Long Valley

LONG VALLEY, Utah (ABC4) — A motorcyclist was injured after riding a dirt bike in Long Valley. According to Hurricane Valley Fire & Rescue, they responded to the Long Valley area for reports of an accident. When they arrived on scene, they found a 45-year-old male who had sustained serious injuries, while riding a dirt

'Respect the Game': Big 12 launches new campaign to promote sportsmanship

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The big 12 is launching a new campaign, “Respect the Game”, to promote sportsmanship, like how fans treat each other. The campaign is really designed to remind people that competition can still be intense, without losing respect for the people on the other side. To kick things off, BYU’s Cougs

Beehive Blitz – Week 7 Scoreboard

SALT LAKE COUNTY (ABC4) — Mountain Ridge improved to 8-0 with a 45-7 win over Herriman, while Snow Canyon knocked off Hurricane in a thriller, 28-27 to hand the Tigers their first loss of the season. Those are just two of 16 games showcased on the Week 8 edition of the Beehive Blitz! Click on

LDS Church Donates More Than $7 Million to the Red Cross

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has donated more than $7 million to support American Red Cross blood collection and disaster response efforts across the United States. They also provided an additional $850,000 to aid recovery efforts following Super Typhoon Sinlaku. Church…

Hundreds of volunteers help Bank of Utah Championship run smoothly

ST. GEORGE, Utah (ABC4) — While golfers compete at the Bank of Utah Championship, dozens of volunteers show work behind the scenes to make sure everything goes smoothly. At the Black Desert Resort, the Bank of Utah Championship is well underway, with golfers competing for the $1 million prize. However, organizers say…

Ogden man charged with alleged sexual abuse of three children

OGDEN, Utah (ABC4) — An Ogden man has been charged with sexually abusing a girl when she was five years old as well as two other victims. Andrew Windfield Campbell has been charged with three counts of aggravated sexual abuse of a child (first-degree felony). According to court documents, an 11-year-old victim…

Report provides new details, classification of recent Davis County tornado

DAVIS COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Officials have released new information on the tornado that touched down near Fruit Heights a few weeks ago, including that the tornado set a state record for its width. On September 18, a tornado warning was issued for Weber, Davis, and Morgan Counties. The National Weather Service (NWS)…

70-year-old bicyclist dies after colliding with vehicle in Kaysville

KAYSVILLE, Utah (ABC4) — A 70-year-old bicyclist has died after colliding with a vehicle in Kaysville. According to police, the crash occurred near the intersection of Main St. and Nicholls Road at approximately 4:05 p.m. on Friday. Medics responded to the scene and immediately began life-saving measures on the…

Temperatures will warm well above average this weekend

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Happy Friday, Utah! Our Friday afternoon will bring mostly sunny skies and pleasant conditions across most of Utah. Weather today High temperatures will climb into the lower 80s across the Wasatch Front. High temperatures will climb into the lower 90s in southern Utah. Our Beehive Blitz weather…

Officials arrest 12 suspects in alleged identity theft operation

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Officials have confirmed they have arrested 12 individuals in relation to an organized fraud operation. According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, they have been working with other agencies in a several months-long investigation into an organized fraudulent document and…

UDOT announces updates on road closures after rockfall at Zion National Park

ZION NATIONAL PARK (ABC4) — The Utah Department of Transportation has updated the road closures in Zion National Park after a rock fall. On Wednesday, Zion- Mt. Carmel highway was partially closed due to a rockfall. On Friday, UDOT updated the closures, so here is what you need to know if you have plans to