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Cottonwood Heights has settled a case brought by a family whose son was shot by a police officer after hitting him with his patrol car, according to findings from the Salt Lake County DA's office.

Maybe you know Park City as a hub for hobnobbing with celebrities at Sundance Film Festival, headquartered in Utah every January since 1981. Or perhaps you regard the place as one of the world’s premiere destinations for skiing (home to downhill events during the 2002 Olympic Winter Games). But you’re least likely to know this idyllic mountain town as a sensational summertime destination. That’s a big mistake.

COTTONWOOD HEIGHTS, Utah — A Utah family has reached a $4 million settlement with the city of Cottonwood Heights in relation to the shooting of their 19-year-old son by a city police officer. Zane James, who was wanted in connection with a couple of armed robberies, was shot by...

SANDY, Utah (ABC4 News) – A Utah mom is pleading for the return of a “priceless” stuffed animal that was taken during a car burglary this week. On Monday, Samantha Hanson was golfing at the Riveroaks Golf Course in Sandy around 6 p.m. when she got a call from a friend who told her that […]

Heidi Petersen had a happy reunion with her kids in 2019 after she went to Mexico for her multiple sclerosis treatments. Left to right are Savannah Weaver, Heidi Petersen, Sophia Weaver, Darien Weaver. (Heidi Petersen) In March, Sandy resident Heidi Petersen competed in her first Mrs. Utah America pageant. She...

For Sandy residents Katie Johnson and Aaron Edwin Dekeyzer, community service is a responsibility. Their projects to make Sandy City more informed, educated and involved earned them recognition during the annual One Sandy Awards. Sandy native Johnson was presented with the Community Champion award for her efforts to help residents...

PARK CITY, Utah — On Thursday a ceremony was held at the Montage Deer Valley to commemorate the revitalization of the Daly West Headframe, a major artifact of Park City’s […]

Real Salt Lake (8-4-5, third in the Western Conference) vs. Minnesota United FC (6-8-3, ninth in the Western Conference) FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Minnesota United FC +108, Real Salt Lake +226, Draw +262; over/under is 2.5 goals. BOTTOM LINE: Emanuel Reynoso leads Minnesota United into a matchup with Real Salt Lake...

PARK CITY, Utah — Just in time for Independence Day, fireworks and non-permitted open flames are banned in Park City. The announcement comes after the Park City Council decided that the extended drought and dry conditions present too great a risk. Park City Fire’s Dave Thacker said in addition...

PARK CITY, Utah — Dos Olas Cantina, a new restaurant that unites traditional Mexican fare with an updated spin, is now open in the Plaza adjacent to Pendry Park City […]

The November ballot has taken shape based on the unofficial results from Tuesday night’s primary election, giving Summit County voters insight into key races this fall. While many Republican incumbents at the state and federal levels overpowered their challengers, local races for board of education seats in the Park City School District and the South Summit School District had much tighter margins.

To say that the Cottonwood High School baseball team had an up and down season would be a giant understatement. On a team that had a number of impressive win streaks followed by baffling losses in the preseason, but had six seniors and then dusted their competition by sorting out their struggles to win their first title in the new Region 7, the Colts were riding high in that saddle going into the Super Regional of the 5A state tournament where they were not only seeded fifth—they got a bye in the first round.

Nearly a year after a young girl died from a bullet wound in Heber City, the suspected gunman was denied early release ahead of his March trial. But he could make a plea deal before the trial. Christopher O’Connell was arrested last July after 7-year-old Zai Rodriguez-Irizarry was shot through...

PARK CITY, Utah — In light of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, Vail Resorts announced this week that employee medical coverage has been expanded for abortion, […]

Summit County Community Development Director Pat Putt has an update on development projects throughout the county. Tough but fair, Leslie is the woman most of Park City wakes up with every weekday morning. Leslie has been at KPCW since 1990 and her years at KPCW have given her depth and insight, guiding her as she asks local leaders and citizens the questions on everyone’s minds during the live interviews of the Local News Hour.

Andrew Asay said there are days when he’s so exhausted and anxious he doesn’t know how he’ll keep going. “There have been a few points where my mind has just been racing. And I feel like just shutting down.”. The 27-year-old said he works two full-time jobs...

Durga Ekambaram of Sandy was named an emerging artist at the Utah Arts Festival 2022 and uses her work to explore new art techniques and teach people about India. (Durga Ekambaram/Instagram @strokes_durga) Artist and Sandy resident Durga Ekambaram has called several places home. Her new art exhibit “Enchanting India” explores...

PARK CITY, Utah (ABC4) – Foodies, get ready as a brand new Mexican restaurant celebrates its grand opening in Park City on Thursday. Serving traditional Mexican fare with a contemporary twist, Dos Olas Cantina has officially opened to welcome hungry diners on Thursday. Located at the Plaza in Canyons Village, the restaurant will hold an […]

Wild fire risk hit home for Salt Lake County when wildfires started along the edge of the Great Salt Lake on June 17. Sandy Fire Department and Rocky Mountain Power both said that common sense and preparation will help keep residents prevent wildfires and stay safe during power outages. Safely...

Police chiefs and mayors in the Salt Lake Valley joined forces to create a video asking drivers to slow down. Utah Department of Transportation officials reports that Utah averages 100 traffic fatalities between Memorial Day and Labor Day, approximately one death per day. To combat dangerous driving practices like speeding,...