Utah

A Utah man accused of fatally shooting his mother and stepfather is one step closer to trial three years after the alleged crime. Tryston Erickson, 30, faces numerous charges in connection with the deaths of his mother, 50-year-old Jeannie Parker, and stepfather, 58-year-old Timothy Parker.

May 09, 2026 Reported by AI

A husband and wife in Utah face charges after authorities say they tortured their 11-year-old son to death and then tried to stage the scene as a hanging.

Adventure Rider magazine has published the third installment of its 'America the Beautiful' series, chronicling a motorcycle journey from Kayenta, Arizona, across Utah's scenic landscapes to Yosemite National Park. The author highlights challenging roads, campsites, and attractions like Monument Valley and Death Valley. Practical tips include contact details for visitor centers and inns along the route.

March 10, 2026 Reported by AI

Salt Lake City chef Nick Zocco from Urban Hill has emerged victorious against celebrity chef Bobby Flay on the Food Network competition 'Beat Bobby Flay.' His winning dish, a crab-stuffed chile relleno, secured the win in the high-stakes culinary battle.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox took a break from the legislative session to promote reading at a book drop event in Salt Lake City. Joined by bestselling author John Schu, the initiative aimed to boost youth literacy amid declining national reading scores. Students received copies of Schu's novel and heard messages on the transformative power of books.

February 24, 2026 Reported by AI

A Utah judge has denied a defense motion to remove prosecutors from the case against the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The ruling addresses concerns over a potential conflict of interest involving a prosecutor's family member present at the event. The case involves serious charges stemming from a shooting at a university rally last year.