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Washington County's scarce housing complicated by increase in short-term rentals
Stephanie DeGraw, St. George News | Posted Dec. 3 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
Securing affordable housing in Washington County can feel like finding a unicorn, some say. To combat this, county officials are developing new ways to address housing challenges.
Arrest made in Utah petroglyph defacement case, feds say
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Dec. 3 - 12:04 p.m. | Save Story
A woman was arrested in connection with a land vandalism case near the Utah-Arizona border, which left damage to a petroglyph panel believed to be thousands of years old.
Washington County law enforcement assists in human trafficking sting; 3 arrested
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Dec. 2 - 10:46 p.m. | Save Story
As part of a sting operation targeting individuals involved in the purchase of commercial sex and human trafficking, three men were arrested in November and now face multiple charges.
7-year-old boy injured in skiing collision at Brian Head Resort, officials say
Jeff Richards, St. George News | Posted Dec. 2 - 6:19 p.m. | Save Story
A 7-year-old boy was transported to the hospital after being injured in a collision with another skier at Brian Head over the weekend, authorities said.
Man reunites with St. George Marathon runners who stepped in to save his life
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 1 - 1:13 p.m. | Save Story
An emergency room doctor and two nurses happened to be in the right place at the right time when a Millcreek man experienced a cardiac arrest.
Southern Utah teens win big at national arts competition
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 1 - 9:34 a.m. | Save Story
Four students at Utah Arts Academy in St. George can now say they are award-winning artists.
One dead after car is 'engulfed with flames,' Cedar City police say
Collin Leonard, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 30 - 2:44 p.m. | Save Story
Cedar City police are working to identify a person found dead in the car that was engulfed in flames Saturday afternoon.
The feds are chipping in to save water in Washington County
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 30 - 12:25 p.m. | Save Story
The Washington County Water Conservancy District was selected as one of five recipients of federal funding to put dollars to work for saving water in the West — an urgent goal due to decades of drought.
What is Utah's plan for the Intermountain Power Agency's coal-fired units?
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 29 - 9:47 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Legislature's Public Utilities, Energy and Technology interim committee was warned recently about the complexities and challenges over ownership and control of the soon-to-be retired coal units at a Delta power plant.
Officials celebrate opening of Cedar City's newest affordable housing complex
Jeff Richards, St. George News | Posted Nov. 27 - 9:31 p.m. | Save Story
Community leaders in Cedar City recently celebrated the arrival of a new affordable and supportive housing complex.
Popular trails, portion of road reopen at Capitol Reef amid ongoing construction
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 27 - 12:56 p.m. | Save Story
A few popular trails and a section of a major road within Capitol Reef National Park reopened this week, but more temporary closures are expected in early 2025
Utah day care shut down after child's toes severed by lawnmower
Courtney Johns, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 27 - 8:27 a.m. | Save Story
A day care facility in Cedar City must close its doors by Dec. 4. That comes after the Utah Department of Health and Human Services found multiple safety violations at Chandara Childcare LLC.
Bureau of Reclamation outlines potential Colorado River guidelines alternatives
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 26 - 10:06 p.m. | Save Story
The Bureau of Reclamations has released potential alternative guidelines to replace the current Colorado River management plans that expire post-2026.
Suspected serial storage unit burglar linked to more break-ins
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 25 - 5:32 p.m. | Save Story
A man already facing numerous charges in connection with a rash of storage unit burglaries in St. George is now being held for investigation of similar break-ins in another city.
Feds offer $1K reward after petroglyphs defaced in southern Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 25 - 1:34 p.m. | Save Story
Federal land managers are now offering a $1,000 reward as authorities investigate an incident that left ancient petroglyphs near the Utah-Arizona border defaced over the weekend.
Over 100 years after his death, St. George mayor recognized with marked grave
Mori Kessler, St. George News | Posted Nov. 23 - 10:25 p.m. | Save Story
Last year, a Jeep ride on a dirt road in a remote part of Washington County, northwest of Gunlock, resulted in a string of events leading to the rededication of a grave site for a man who the dirt road was likely named after.
Sink or swim: Pine View High students put physics knowledge to the test
Nick Fiala, St. George News | Posted Nov. 23 - 8:59 a.m. | Save Story
Pine View High School students recently had the opportunity to put their physics knowledge to the test at the Sand Hollow Aquatic Center in St. George.
Over 100,000 more chickens, turkeys killed after more avian flu cases found in Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 22 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
State officials say over 100,000 additional chickens and turkeys have been culled after additional avian influenza was in Salt Lake and Piute counties.
Man who allegedly supplied drugs to woman charged with manslaughter
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 22 - 10:33 a.m. | Save Story
A man police say sold fentanyl and methamphetamine to a Cedar City woman is now facing charges in connection with her death.
Varying accounts, autopsy results and closing; verdict returned in toddler's death
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Nov. 21 - 10:02 p.m. | Save Story
The three-day trial in the case against the man accused of killing a 2-year-old in Washington last year ended when the jury returned with a guilty verdict late in the day.
Southern Utahn who shot, killed man gets 1 year in jail but not for the killing
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 21 - 9:40 p.m. | Save Story
Kyle Black Jessop was sentenced on Monday to one year in jail on firearm and drug charges. He was arrested following a fatal shooting, but prosecutors declined to file homicide-related charges.
St. George motorcyclist died in collision with Washington County sheriff's deputy
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 21 - 8:33 p.m. | Save Story
Officials have identified the motorcyclist who was killed in a crash with a Washington County sheriff's deputy on Sunday.
Upcoming Springdale event to rally support for southern Utah teen battling brain cancer
Jessi Bang, St. George News | Posted Nov. 21 - 4:37 p.m. | Save Story
A Springdale fundraiser seeks to ease the medical and travel costs for a southern Utah family following their 15-year-old son's brain cancer diagnosis.
Trial for man accused in 2-year-old's death opens with images of devastating brain injuries
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Nov. 20 - 10:25 p.m. | Save Story
The trial opened Monday in the case against the 30-year-old man accused of killing a 2-year-old in Washington City last year, where the treating physicians outlined the injuries the toddler sustained that ended her life.
Suspected wrong-way driver arrested following collision near Leeds
Nick Fiala, St. George News | Posted Nov. 18 - 9:46 p.m. | Save Story
A woman is reportedly being investigated for possible intoxication following a traffic collision that occurred early Sunday morning.
Motorcyclist killed in collision with sheriff's deputy in southern Utah
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Updated Nov. 18 - 1:51 p.m. | Save Story
A crash between a motorcyclist and a Washington County sheriff's deputy responding to a separate accident resulted in the rider being killed on Sunday.
Cedar City man accused of making threats, brandishing weapon during 'road rage' incident
Jeff Richards, St. George News | Posted Nov. 18 - 11:14 a.m. | Save Story
A Cedar City man is facing multiple charges after allegedly threatening another motorist during a traffic confrontation.
Man found with 70 pounds of meth in southern Utah tells judge 'I'm not a bad person'
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Nov. 18 - 7:43 a.m. | Save Story
A man was sentenced last week after pleading guilty to a drug distribution charge after officers found some 70 pounds of methamphetamine during a traffic stop on Interstate 15 in Washington County.
St. George officer and 911 dispatcher recognized for life-saving actions while off duty
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Nov. 16 - 4:19 p.m. | Save Story
A St. George 911 dispatcher and a St. George police officer were recognized for life-saving efforts in two near-fatal incidents that occurred during off-duty hours when both were in the right place at the right time.
These Utah ski resorts are now open
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 16 - 10:11 a.m. | Save Story
Brighton Ski Resort opened Thursday ahead of a snowstorm expected to bring as much as 10 inches of powder to the Cottonwood Canyons over the next two days.
'The accurate story was told here today': Citizens gather to commemorate historic tragedy
E. George Goold, St. George News | Posted Nov. 16 - 9:37 a.m. | Save Story
One of the great wrongs in St. George history was righted Nov. 9 in the desert bluffs behind the town.
Black bear sightings are on the rise in Zion National Park, officials say
Stephanie DeGraw, St. George News | Posted Nov. 15 - 10:42 p.m. | Save Story
Sightings of black bears have reportedly increased this year at Zion National Park. The park is cautioning visitors to watch out for them.
Tacoma, Wash., man charged in 2022 fatal crash in southern Utah
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 15 - 3:20 p.m. | Save Story
A 40-year-old Washington state man was charged Friday with automobile homicide and accused of crashing into the back of a car ahead of him in southern Utah in 2022.
Southern Utah serial fraudster accused of bilking $20K from elderly homeowner, police say
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Nov. 15 - 8:17 a.m. | Save Story
Charges continue to mount for an accused serial fraudster tied to several cases involving theft, deception and extortion, including the most recent case involving an elderly resident.
Man faces lengthy recovery after 50-foot fall down Iron County mine
Andrew Adams, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 15 - 8:02 a.m. | Save Story
A man who fell 50 feet down an Iron County mineshaft is still facing a lengthy recovery, and his wife is hoping the community will continue to show its support.
Washington County school board approves controversial boundary change after heated debate
Nick Fiala, St. George News | Posted Nov. 14 - 10:03 p.m. | Save Story
The Washington County Board of Education voted to approve a boundary change on Monday evening after a third public hearing on the issue.
Wildlife officials inspected nearly 300,000 boats for quaggas during boating season
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 14 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and other partnering agencies inspected over 295,000 boats and performed over 6,000 decontaminations since Jan. 1, to prevent the spread of invasive quagga mussels in Utah.
Utah leaders rebuke feds over southern Utah highway route choice
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 14 - 6:19 a.m. | Save Story
Utah's congressional delegation, Gov. Spencer Cox and a Native American tribe strongly criticized the BLM's decision regarding a proposed highway in Washington County.
Here's what's new at Utah's 15 ski resorts in what's anticipated to be another busy season
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 13 - 7:01 p.m. | Save Story
After welcoming a near-record number of skiers last year, Utah's 15 ski resorts are gearing up for what is anticipated to be another busy season.
Southern Utah pilot receives FAA's highest award for 50 years of master skills
Nick Fiala, St. George News | Posted Nov. 13 - 11:33 a.m. | Save Story
Ivins resident and lifelong pilot Capt. Eric Wickfield recently received the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award, the most prestigious award of the Federal Aviation Administration.
Road rage: Suspected impaired driver pointed gun at car with kids inside, police say
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 13 - 8:50 a.m. | Save Story
A man was arrested in southern Utah on Tuesday and accused of pointing a gun at another car that had two children inside while he was driving drunk on I-15.
More charges for St. George man accused of child kidnapping
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 12 - 1:08 p.m. | Save Story
A St. George man with a history of domestic violence, who is accused of forcibly taking a woman and her three children, is now facing additional criminal charges.
'Culture of hostility': Ex-Utah Tech president facing lawsuit over allegations of misconduct
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 11 - 7:31 p.m. | Save Story
Ex-Utah Tech University president Richard "Biff" Williams is facing a lawsuit after leaving a phallic gift on an employee's doorstep and attributing it to three other employees.
Biologists trap rare Virgin River fish, express hope 'we're making a difference'
Alysha Lundgren, St. George News | Posted Nov. 11 - 8:47 a.m. | Save Story
The Virgin River may rage, and stream flows may change across southern Utah, but biologists say this sensitive aquatic species is doing OK.
Provo first responder killed in hiking accident in Garfield County
Mark Jones, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 11 - 7:22 a.m. | Save Story
A Provo first responder died in a hiking accident on Saturday in Garfield County.
With water rights in hand, Navajo still hope to restore farms on Utah's San Juan
David Condos, KUER | Posted Nov. 10 - 7:17 a.m. | Save Story
The Colorado River tributary is a vital water source for the desert landscape and also marks part of the Navajo Nation's northern border.
Navajo food traditions tap into the past, and future, of farming the arid Southwest
David Condos, KUER | Posted Nov. 9 - 7:17 a.m. | Save Story
When you imagine a ripe, juicy peach, you might not picture it growing in a red rock canyon. Centuries ago, however, tribes in the Four Corners cultivated vast orchards of an heirloom variety called the Southwest peach.
2 men accused of operating forgery scheme in St. George motel room indicted on federal charges
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Nov. 8 - 10:26 p.m. | Save Story
Two men arrested in September have been indicted on federal charges after police say they discovered a forgery operation in a St. George motel room.
Rescuers successfully extricate man who fell 50 feet into mine shaft in Iron County
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 8 - 12:28 p.m. | Save Story
Emergency responders on Tuesday were able to successfully rescue a 49-year-old man who fell approximately 50 feet into an abandoned mine shaft in a rural part of Iron County.
BLM, Fish and Wildlife Service issue preferred alternative to proposed Northern Corridor Highway
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 7 - 9:44 p.m. | Save Story
Officials released a final environmental analysis of the proposed Northern Corridor highway in Washington County, offering six alternatives for new roads in the area.
Ski season begins: Solitude to partially open early; Brian Head celebrates near-record opening
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Nov. 7 - 5:04 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's 2024-25 ski and snowboard season will officially begin this weekend with a race to be first after a flurry of storms over the past few weeks.
Police identify another alleged abuse victim of former middle school counselor
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 7 - 2:35 p.m. | Save Story
Police say they have identified another victim of a man already facing more than 30 felony charges in St. George accusing him of sexually abusing young boys.
Nonprofit aims to give 10 families a new home in southern Utah
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 7 - 10:02 a.m. | Save Story
Self-help Homes hopes to assist families in gaining homeownership with a little sweat equity. They have built 600 homes so far.
Jury trial scheduled in case against man accused of killing 2-year-old in southern Utah
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Nov. 7 - 8:42 a.m. | Save Story
Negotiations have failed in the case against the 30-year-old man accused of killing a 2-year-old in Washington City last year; a trial is now slated for later this month.
Here's how school district bond proposals fared across the Beehive State
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 5 - 11:41 p.m. | Save Story
Across the Beehive State, four school districts — Salt Lake City, Murray, Iron County and Box Elder — placed bond proposals on the ballot for residents in district boundaries to vote on.
Man accused of sneaking into student housing, sexually assaulting 3 students
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 5 - 1:57 p.m. | Save Story
A former Utah Tech University student is accused of entering the rooms of three female students living in student housing on campus and sexually assaulting them.
Flag weighing over 400 pounds flies high over Snow Canyon ahead of Veterans Day
Nick Fiala, St. George News | Posted Nov. 5 - 10:01 a.m. | Save Story
With Veterans Day just around the corner, several patriotic organizations gathered to unfurl an enormous flag over Snow Canyon State Park on Saturday.
8 dogs found abandoned behind southern Utah animal shelter, police seek information
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Nov. 5 - 8:43 a.m. | Save Story
The Washington City Police Department is asking the public for help with a case involving multiple dogs reportedly abandoned in a remote area behind an animal shelter over the weekend.
