Local News in Utah
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LocalUTUDOT advances Big Cottonwood Canyon transit plan
After years of heavy winter traffic in Big Cottonwood Canyon, UDOT is moving forward with a major transportation plan designed to reduce congestion during ski season.
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LocalUTMotorcyclist hit, killed while stopped on U.S. 6 in Utah County, police say
A motorcyclist was killed Sunday night after they were hit by another vehicle while stopped on U.S. 6 between Santaquin and Eureka.
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AccidentsUTWoman critically injured by suspected DUI driver fleeing after crash, police say
A woman was rushed to the hospital in critical condition in Provo on Saturday after a head-on crash. Police say the driver of the car that hit her was suspected of driving under the influence, and was fleeing after another crash.
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AccidentsUT6 hospitalized after crash in Logan intersection
Six people were taken to the hospital in various conditions on Saturday after a crash at an intersection in Logan.
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LocalUTThistle Junction construction begins in Spanish Fork Canyon
UDOT construction will revamp Thistle Junction at U.S. Highway 6 and the turnoff to U.S. 89. They're turning the intersection into a freeway style underpass.
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LocalUTI-80 overnight lane closures starting in Parleys Canyon Monday
Drivers traveling through Parleys Canyon should prepare for overnight delays starting Monday as the Utah Department of Transportation begins a major construction project along Interstate 80.
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LocalUTAdvocates call for change on Redwood Road after man hit by car
After a man and his dog were hit in a crosswalk on Redwood Road, that man and advocates called Wednesday for improvements at that intersection, as well as the entire Redwood corridor.
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AccidentsUT3 semitrucks crash in Spanish Fork Canyon
Three semitrucks crashed in Spanish Fork canyon on Wednesday.
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AccidentsUTCrash in Utah County leaves one hospitalized
A man was hospitalized on Saturday morning after a crash between a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle.
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LocalUTUtah’s powered pavement: Electric charging roads being developed at Utah State University
Researchers at Utah State University are on the verge of an electric idea. They're rolling out cutting-edge technology, where the road charges your electric car or truck as you drive.
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LocalUTUtah officials issue warning after record motorcycle deaths
Utah transportation officials are urging caution as motorcycle season begins, following a record number of rider deaths in 2025 and a renewed push to reduce preventable crashes on state roads.
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LocalUTUDOT updates ramp closures on I-215, I-80
A significant ramp closure was being delayed by two weeks as two other closures went into effect and road crews warned about potential headaches, the Utah Department of Transportation said Sunday.
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LocalUTDeadly Erda intersection receives a traffic signal
A Tooele County intersection with a history of serious crashes is getting a major safety upgrade, according to the Utah Department of Transportation.
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AccidentsUTSemi rollover, 5 semitruck crash shuts down eastbound I‑80
A semitruck rollover and a chain-reaction crash closed eastbound traffic along I-80 early Thursday morning.
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LocalUTNational Work Zone Safety Awareness Week begins as construction projects across Utah ramp up
Due to the warmer winter Utah faced, construction projects across Utah have begun earlier than normal. With all the projects underway, more work zone exist for drivers and construction workers to navigate.
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LocalUTPortion of Provo Canyon to close Sunday for repair work, UDOT says
The Utah Department of Transportation is urging anyone planning to head to the mountains for some weekend recreation to be aware of a 14-hour closure of Provo Canyon on Sunday.
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AccidentsUTIcy roads cause multiple crashes throughout Utah
Several crashes across Salt Lake and Tooele Counties shut down freeways Friday morning due to icy road conditions, creating widespread hazards, police say.
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LocalUTSandy Police Department warns drivers of road rage shooting incident
Sandy Police warned drivers to avoid part of downtown Sandy after a road rage incident allegedly escalated into a shooting.
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LocalUTDeadly motorcycle trend on Utah roads shows no signs of slowing in 2026
Utah is facing another dangerous year on its roads as deadly motorcycle crashes continue to climb.
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LocalUTWhy some traffic lights work better than others
For anyone who's ever been frustrated waiting at a red light when no other cars are coming — this article is for you.
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