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Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Nice start to the weekend, but a stretch of unsettled weather at our doorstep
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — We're kicking off the weekend on a gorgeous note, but that pattern will soon change as a moisture-rich system moves in from the Pacific. Ahead of the system, we'll see prominent southerly wind transporting warm southern air into the north bringing warm weather. The Wasatch Front is expected to be about as warm as St. George with daytime highs climbing into the low 80s. Valleys in southern and central Utah will be in the mid to upper 70s and higher terrain will be in the upper 60s to low 70s. Although it'll be warm, plenty of moisture will be moving in through southern Utah. A large Pacific system will drag moisture across the Great Basin and into the Beehive State, spelling scattered showers and thunderstorms from southwest Utah to the West Desert by the late afternoon. Northern Utah won't see much moisture apart from an increase in cloud coverage, but there will still be plenty of sunshine to go around Saturday. By Sunday, the north will join in the fun with scattered thunderstorms on deck for the vast majority of the state. This slow-moving system will keep widespread showers and thunderstorms locked in through Monday, but isolated showers will stick around for many into Tuesday for most of us. Temperatures will also take a serious drop, tanking all the way into the lower 60s for valleys by Monday, including in St. George. We'll keep you posted on the latest updates in our 4Warn Weather forecast both on-air and online, we are Good4Utah! Athletes react to U of U decision to cut beach volleyball Nice start to the weekend, but a stretch of unsettled weather at our doorstep If pennies stop circulating, could Utahns cash in — What you should know Roy City Police investigate third auto-pedestrian accident in just over two weeks A look behind the scenes with volunteers at the LPGA Black Desert Championship Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Yahoo
MISSING: 75-year-old man considered at risk, police seek public's help in search
SANDY, Utah () — The is seeking the public's help in the search for a missing man who is considered at risk. A Silver Alert has been issued. Kenneth Kotoku, 75, was last seen when he left home around 3 p.m. on Saturday. He was last seen wearing a white shirt with a black vest, as well as blue jeans and a black U of U baseball cap. Kenneth is said to be 5'9″ tall, weigh about 150 pounds, and have white hair with brown eyes. According to police, Kenneth left home driving his silver Honda CR-V with Utah license plate V769FL. Anyone with information about Kenneth's whereabouts has been asked to call Sandy Police at 801-799-3000. Officials did not immediately share additional details about Kenneth or where he may have been heading. LEARN MORE: What should you do if someone goes missing? Here are some suggestions to keep in mind . Utah officials suggest taking notes on interactions with law enforcement to keep track of details such as officer names, dates and times of interactions, the case number, and what the officers say. When working with local law enforcement to report a missing person, it is recommended one shares as much information as possible about the missing person, including but not limited to: Full name or nicknames. Recent photos. Date of birth and age at the time they disappeared. Gender/sex. Detailed physical description (including unique scars or tattoos). Date of disappearance. Medical conditions. Last known location. Social media accounts. For more information, the Department of Public Safety has a page on its website dedicated to , as well as pages to view missing persons from Utah. Additional hotlines and resources originally compiled in a are available below: : 800-799-7233 : 888-373-7888 : 833-872-5176 : 800-786-2929 : 800-273-8255 : 844-762-8483 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
‘Pothole Palooza' is underway in Salt Lake City – how you can help
SALT LAKE CITY () — 'Nothing says springtime like Pothole Palooza.' That was Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall's message as she kicked off the city's third annual Pothole Palooza – a weeklong event where city street crews will focus on fixing thousands of potholes on city roads. City officials said every winter, streets throughout Utah's capital city experience additional stress with snowfall, plows, and swinging 'freeze-thaw' temperatures. They said this stress can cause a lot of road damage. 'Even though we had lower than average snowfall this year, we did not have a lot of moisture and that moisture made our roads worse,' said Mendenhall. 'As it seeped in, froze and thawed, and broke up the potholes. So they're starting to hatch like little chickens all over the city.' At least 17 international students, graduates of U of U had their visas revoked Mendenhall said the city's newest springtime tradition was invented because that damage can make this one of the worst times of year to drive in Salt Lake City. In 2024, Salt Lake City's road crews reportedly repaired more than 38,000 potholes throughout the year – including 6,759 potholes filled during the weeklong Pothole Palooza campaign. Residents can help with the city's efforts to repair road damage by reporting any potholes to the city. Jorge Chamorro, the director of Salt Lake City's Department of Public Services, said his department really values pothole reports made by the community. Reports can be made either by calling 801-535-2345 or by creating a service request through the mobile app. Residents can also find an interactive map on pothole repair progress by visiting the website. Lawmakers rally behind family of wrongfully deported man Comfort in a bowl: Hearty beef goulash made simple Horsford berates US trade rep as Trump makes tariff announcement: 'WTF, who's in charge?' Can kindness change the world? A Utah group says definitely Baby animals, sunny days, and adventures that await at Utah Hogle Zoo Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
At least 17 international students, graduates of U of U had their visas revoked — Here's what the school says
SALT LAKE CITY () — On Tuesday, a spokesperson for the confirmed that about 17 international students or graduates have had their visas revoked as of April 8. The U of U reports a total of 3,733 students on and 371 students on (including those on an ). According to the university, some reasons for students' visas being revoked included a criminal record check or 'failure to maintain nonimmigrant status.' 'As a public institution of higher education, the University of Utah follows state and federal law,' the university said in a statement to 'We are currently in a period of enhanced immigration enforcement.' RELATED: Colleges around the US say some international students' visas are being revoked President Donald Trump has previously said he would . Recently, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said international students may be targeted for their suspected involvement in those protests across college campuses or if they are connected to 'potential criminal activity,' the . In addition to having their visas revoked, U of U students have had their (SEVIS) records terminated. SEVIS records track and monitor the status of non-immigrant students and exchange visitors in the United States and are maintained by the . The University of Utah said international students may have their SEVIS records terminated or their visas revoked during any school year if they have been arrested or charged with criminal activity — including allegations of domestic violence or driving under the influence. 'What is different currently is that records are being terminated in SEVIS sometimes without notice to the university and/or the student,' the university said. U of U is one of many institutions across the country — including Harvard, Stanford, and more — that is reporting international students' visas being revoked. A University of Utah spokesperson shared an email with that has been sent out to the institution's international students and scholars. The email explains that 'all F-1 and J-1 students and scholars must remain in good standing and take proactive steps to preserve their visa status.' The email continues, offering students information about how to maintain their lawful F-1 or J-1 visa status — which includes maintaining full-time enrollment or employment, following all laws, complying with university policies, and keeping immigration documents 'valid and readily accessible.' Students have been advised to carry a copy of their I-94 record, visa documentation, or passport stamps to demonstrate their lawful status. Students have also been advised against non-essential international travel. More information about the university's policies for student visas is . The Associated Press and Sorina Trauntvein contributed to this report. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Huntsman Cancer Institute breaks ground on new $400M Utah County cancer center
VINEYARD, Utah () — University of Utah's Huntsman Cancer Institute broke ground on its second campus on Tuesday, celebrating how the $400 million project will improve access to care for Utah County cancer patients. Several hundreds of people attended the groundbreaking ceremony, with politicians, students, clinicians, scientists, and community members present. The event was held near the cancer center's new 19-acre site, situated in the Utah City community in Vineyard near Utah Lake. The new Utah County location will be approximately 272,000 square feet and is expected to be completed by the fall of 2028, according to the press release. The Huntsman Cancer Institute serves patients from Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, and Montana, as officials say it's 'the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in the Mountain West.' Patients from the Utah County area visited the cancer center in Salt Lake County more than 40,000 times last year. Officials are anticipating more than 55,000 visits to the new facility annually, saying it will likely save patients over two hours of travel time per visit. 'By expanding access to cutting-edge cancer care and research, especially for patients in Utah's rural and frontier communities, we're delivering on our promise to improve lives across the state and beyond,' U of U President Taylor Randall said. Gov. Spencer Cox said this new campus is in response to Utah's growing communities and 'will enhance lifesaving insights and innovations that will transform health here at home and around the world.' The new center will not only improve access for patients, but will also increase collaboration with students and professionals at the University of Utah, Utah Valley University, and Brigham Young University. The institute currently has 250 research teams studying cancer and touts discovering more genes for inherited cancers than any other cancer center. The new center will make room for additional research and clinical trials while providing a range of cancer services to patients. 'At the University of Utah, the research isn't just part of our mission—it's the engine that drives transformative change,' Randall said. 'The new Huntsman Cancer Institute in Vineyard represents a bold step toward realizing a future where cancer will be a thing of the past.' The total cost of the project is budgeted for $400 million, but only about 75% of the funding has been secured so far. Contributors from the Huntsman Family Foundation, the State of Utah, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Flagship Companies, Woodbury Corporation, and several other companies, foundations, and families have donated to the new cancer center. Officials with the Huntsman Cancer Foundation said they are 'confident that their passionate community of donors will help complete the needed funding.' 'Huntsman Cancer Institute's vision in the new fields of research, such as DNA and immunotherapies, will help change cancer outcomes for a generation. Today, we make the investment that will shape the next generation of care and research and hopefully bring an end to cancer,' said Peter Huntsman, CEO of the Huntsman Cancer Foundation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
