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Jason Chaffetz is a former member of the United States House of Representatives from the 3rd District of Utah, which includes the Salt Lake City, Provo and Orem regions. A Republican, Chaffetz was affiliated with the party's moderate wing before taking on increasingly controversial and far-right stances as his career went on.

A tragic accident unfolded on Interstate 15 near mile marker 99 in Idaho, claiming the life of a 17-year-old Utah teenager. The incident serves as a somber reminder of the importance of road safety, particularly for young drivers and passengers.

Utah Weather Force has issued a Thunderstorm Watch for Wednesday 9/20 6pm-midnight for Northwest Utah and a separate zone in Southwest Utah and Lincoln Co. Nevada. For the North, the areas between the Great Salt Lake and the border with Nevada, may see some stronger storms with a small threat for damaging winds. Secure loose objects in your yard and workplace. Southern Utah should be a little more tame.

Hello Utah! I hope everyone is having a wonderful week so far, and if you are a fan of winter, this week will be your first taste of the 23-24 season!. As a low pressure system moves across the Western United States, the first effects will be felt in Northern Utah on Wednesday morning (It's ongoing right now for some of you) as showers and thunderstorms move across from the West ahead of the front, which will park itself across the area later in the day ushering in higher chances of showers and some possible thunder for most of Northern Utah and along the higher terrain of central Utah East of the I-15 corridor.

Salt Lake City high schools have made headlines for their decision to implement weapon detectors on school premises. The move has ignited a heated debate among parents, school board members, and experts, with concerns raised about the potential disproportionate impact on students of color. In this blog, we’ll delve into the details of this controversial decision, exploring both sides of the argument and considering the broader implications for school safety and equity.

Hello Everyone! I hope you are all enjoying the break from the weather this weekend! This post isn't regarding our terrestrial weather, no, but this is just too cool not to write about and it takes place in the sky so I'm calling it weather.

Deep in the dunes, I realized my throat was so dry I couldn't breathe!

We continue the Utah road trip with a scary situation in the Coral Pink Sand Dunes.

Hello folks! After a busy week of monsoon storms, things will be dryying out for the weekend. Today, there is still a chance for some isolated storms in southeast Utah, however they will likely only have local impacts and should die out with the sunset.

We make it to Springfield Utah, it's early, we can't check in to our hotel, but we are thirsty.

Utah Senator Mitt Romney made a significant announcement on Wednesday, stating that he will not seek reelection in 2024. With a storied conservative career and a background as a former presidential candidate and governor of Massachusetts, Romney's decision has created a wide-open contest in a state that heavily favors Republicans. In his video statement, Romney emphasized the need for a new generation of leaders and highlighted the challenges facing the country, such as the national debt and climate change. This article will delve into the details of Romney's decision, the implications for Utah politics, and the potential candidates who may enter the race.

This article has been sponsored by the telemedicine medicinal cannabis clinic at MMJ.com. Can any medical doctor prescribe medicinal cannabis in Utah? NO. No, not just any medical doctor has the ability to prescribe medicinal cannabis to patients in the state of Utah. Only medicinal cannabis doctors that are enrolled with the Utah Department of Health and hold an active, unrestricted medical licensure are elgible by the state's medicinal cannabis program to recommend patients for medicinal cannabis in Utah.

With barely a hint of warning, Utah senator and prominent Republican Mitt Romney made a stunning announcement: he will not be seeking a second term in office. Romney, who has been serving the state since 2019 with distinction, expressed enthusiasm for a "new wave of leaders" to emerge and introduce a fresh perspective to the political arena. This polarizing decision has fuelled heated debates and conversations across Utah, with opinions split between joy and discontentment.

Utah, with its stunning national parks, outdoor adventures, and unique culture, has its own distinctive identity and a set of slang words and expressions cherished by locals. Whether you're planning to explore the Beehive State's natural wonders or simply want to connect with Utahans, understanding their slang can be a fun and immersive way to do so. In this article, we'll introduce you to some quintessential Utah slang words and phrases to help you sound like a true local.

Hello Utah! Here is your weekend forecast for September 9th and 10th! They say all good things must end, so too will our streak of nice weather as rain returns to Utah on Saturday.

BEAVER, UT (RAILFAN JOURNAL) - In the annals of American criminal history, the name Butch Cassidy stands out as one of the most infamous figures of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.