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See it: Utah landspout tornado catches onlookers by surprise
Residents in northern Utah became concerned Thursday after spotting a cloud that looked as if a twister or funnel cloud had formed in the sky, but according to local meteorologists, the phenomenon was likely a landspout.
Jury awards $350k for torture at defunct Utah jail with history of abuse, escapes
A defunct Utah jail is in the spotlight one more time after a federal jury this week awarded more than $350,000 to former inmates who said the guards tortured them for fun. Why it matters: This is likely the former Daggett County jail's final appearance on the public stage after a notorious history of staff wrongdoing and inmate escapes.
UDOT announces major construction projects for 2024
SARATOGA SPRINGS, Utah — Construction season is ramping up, and Utah transportation officials at UDOT said they have more than 200 projects on their to-do list for the summer. Lane closures and detours will lead to new freeway interchanges, rehabilitated bridges, and miles of new pavement. Some of the...
Utah student earns perfect ACT score but rejected by MIT and BYU
SALT LAKE CITY — A Davis High senior earns a perfect ACT score but wasn’t accepted by the school of his choice. About 1.4 million students nationwide take the ACT but just 0.25% (1/400) of all test takers earned a perfect 36 score, according to PrepScholar. FairTest reports...
Utah gas prices are about a dollar more than in Colorado. Why?
SALT LAKE CITY — There’s a big difference when it comes to gas prices in Utah vs. the state’s next door neighbors in Colorado. In Salt Lake City, the average price for a gallon of gas is $3.92. Just south of Denver, you can find the same stuff for almost a whole dollar less at $2.97. Some stations in Denver are selling for as low as $2.71. Why is that?
Cafe Rio: The Utah roots of this popular, award-winning restaurant
Few things can make your mouth water faster than a sweet pork barbacoa burrito or a grilled chicken salad topped with creamy tomatillo cilantro dressing from Cafe Rio Mexican Grill. These signature dishes, along with many others on the menu, have helped the restaurant gain a large and loyal following through the years.
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