Crime
Abby Bustin, CNN
California man charged after allegedly threatening Merriam-Webster over gender definitions
A California man was arrested this week after he allegedly sent threatening online messages to the Merriam-Webster company over dictionary definitions containing references to gender identity.2 years ago
MICHAEL BALSAMO and CAROLE FELDMAN, Associated Press
Suspect found dead after shooting 4 in DC
At least four people were shot by a gunman on Friday afternoon at the nation’s capital, leading to lockdowns at several schools. The injured are expected to recover and the suspect was found dead hours later.2 years ago
Alex Cabrero, KSL TV
Businesses in Duchesne County are out thousands of dollars after string of thefts
Several business owners in Duchesne County say they've been victimized by a thief and are facing thousands of dollars in losses.2 years ago
Associated Press
Authorities: Suspect shot after showing hostage on Facebook
Authorities say a man who streamed himself on social media taking a woman hostage and firing on officers has been arrested after he was shot by law enforcement. Investigators say 42-year-old Nathaniel Meade was struck by several bullets during the six-hour ordeal that ended early Thursday and was treated and released from the hospital.2 years ago
Cary Schwanitz
Burglar breaks into South Weber City Hall, steals cash
A burglar smashed a window at the South Weber City Hall Thursday night then smashed a door and stole some petty cash.2 years ago
Eliza Pace
Man allegedly attempts to carjack South Salt Lake employee
A man will likely face charges for attempting to carjack a South Salt Lake vehicle and rob other cars.2 years ago
Eliza Pace
Driver crashes into Rose Park home, then runs away
Police are looking for the driver of a car that was found crashed into a home in Rose Park Thursday morning.2 years ago
LARRY NEUMEISTER Associated Press
Two plead guilty in ‘We Build The Wall’ fraudulent fundraiser
The co-founder of the "We Build The Wall" project aimed at raising money for a border wall has pleaded guilty to charges in a case that once included former President Donald Trump's adviser Steve Bannon. The plea Thursday by Brian Kolfage came just weeks before a scheduled trial.2 years ago
Josh Ellis
Salt Lake stabbing victim in critical condition, suspect in custody
Police say a 22-year-old man has been taken into custody after a woman was found bleeding in a Salt Lake City alley on Thursday.2 years ago
Larry D. Curtis
Utah woman accused of selling counterfeit negative COVID-19 tests at airport
SALT LAKE CITY — A Salt Lake County woman is accused of selling fake negative COVID-19 test results to travelers and keeping the money, instead of sending it to her employer. Linda Fufui Toli is facing a charge of wire fraud in U.S. District Court of Utah. Court documents include a notice of intent to […]2 years ago
Eliza Pace
SLC Police arrest man in Pioneer Park stabbing
A 38-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of stabbing another man in Pioneer Park Thursday morning according to police.2 years ago
Madison Swenson
Police investigating aggravated assault in SLC, asking for public’s help
Police are asking for the public's help after a woman was found bleeding on the ground in Salt Lake City.2 years ago
Michael Houck
Burglary complaint leads to two arrested in Carbon County
Two people were arrested for stealing multiple items after a complaint was filed to police in Carbon County.2 years ago
Karah Brackin
Local gun stores are noticing an increase in stolen guns accessories, worries about resellers
Utah gun stores are noticing an increase in stolen gun accessories and parts and worry about them being resold at gun shows.2 years ago
Michael Houck
Suspect in stolen car assaults SLC officer, is in custody
A 28-year-old male suspect is in police custody after allegedly driving a stolen car and assaulting an officer on Wednesday morning.2 years ago
KRISTINA SGUEGLIA and EVAN PEREZ, CNN
New Jersey man faces federal hate crimes charges for allegedly assaulting, stabbing, driving into Orthodox Jews
A New Jersey man is facing federal hate crime charges for "a spree of violent assaults" on members of an Orthodox Jewish community on April 8th.2 years ago
JONATHAN MATTISE and TRAVIS LOLLER, Associated Press
Tennessee plans 1st COVID-19-era execution, more scheduled
Tennessee is set to execute its first inmate Thursday since the start of the pandemic, planning a lethal injection procedure that has become less common in the state than the electric chair in recent years.2 years ago
DAVE COLLINS, Associated Press
Connecticut trooper charged with manslaughter in 2020 shooting
A Connecticut state trooper who fired seven gunshots into a car and killed a man in 2020 after a high-speed chase has been charged with manslaughter after a more than two-year investigation found the shooting not to be justified.2 years ago
Michael Houck
Woman found shot dead in a supposed murder-suicide in Elko
A 44-year-old mother was found dead by police after her two children ran to a neighbor's house claiming that she was shot in their residence. A 53-year-old male was found next to her with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Both passed away.2 years ago
EVAN PEREZ, CNN Justice Correspondent
Feds charge 21 people with Covid-related fraud
Federal prosecutors on Wednesday announced charges against 21 people for allegedly seeking to defraud government health care programs of $149 million in a variety of pandemic-related scams, including selling fake Covid-19 vaccination cards and submitting claims for unnecessary medical tests.2 years ago
STEFANIE DAZIO, Associated Press
Rapper A$AP Rocky arrested at LA airport for a 2021 shooting
Rapper A$AP Rocky was taken into custody Wednesday morning at Los Angeles International Airport in connection with a 2021 shooting in Hollywood. The performer was detained on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon, according to the LA Police.2 years ago
ASSOCIATED PRESS
Man sentenced to 10 years in rapper Mac Miller’s drug death
A man who admitted supplying the dealer who sold Mac Miller the drugs that killed the rapper has been sentenced to more than 10 years in prison. A co-defendant is still waiting on sentencing.2 years ago
ASSOCIATED PRESS
2 San Francisco officers charged with destroying evidence
Two San Francisco police officers and a retired officer working part-time at the department have been charged in two separate cases with destroying evidence, stealing a machine gun and other charges.2 years ago
