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(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Surrounded by her attorneys, Kouri Richins speaks at her sentencing in Park City on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Richins wants a new trial.

Kouri Richins wants a new trial. Here’s what her defense hopes will get her one.

By Jordan Miller | July 2, 2026, 12:00 p.m.

(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) A plane makes a drop on the Cottonwood Fire, burning east of Beaver on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

How big is Utah’s wildfire burn scar? The Tribune put together a map to show its growth.

By Jordan Miller | July 1, 2026, 12:58 p.m.

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Crews battle the Bonneville Fire in the foothills above the University of Utah on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Low snowpack has left all of Utah more vulnerable to wildfires, officials say.

Hoping monsoons bring relief to Utah’s wildfire season? The storms offer their own challenges.

By Jordan Miller | June 30, 2026, 5:27 p.m.

(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill speaks at a news conference in May.

Salt Lake County D.A. Sim Gill appears to claim victory in Democratic primary

By Jordan Miller | June 24, 2026, 6:57 p.m.

(Screenshot via Utah Fire Info)
The Iron Fire in Juab County has scorched over 24,000 acres since it ignited on Friday.

Firefighters expect to make progress on Iron Fire, which has burned over 24,000 acres in Juab County

By Jordan Miller | June 23, 2026, 3:49 a.m.

(Gill campaign; Robinson campaign) Sim Gill, left, and Shawn Robinson, candidates for the Democratic nomination for Salt Lake County district attorney.

Salt Lake County’s top prosecutor hopes to hold on to position in June primary challenge

By Jordan Miller | June 14, 2026, 12:00 p.m.

(The Salt Lake Tribune) Andrew Stoddard, left, and Wendy Davis, candidates for the Democratic nomination for House District 40.

Democratic incumbent Andrew Stoddard looks to fend off challenger in primary for House District 40

By Jordan Miller | June 8, 2026, 9:46 p.m.

(Julie Jackson and Erin Jemison) Julie Jackson, left, and Erin Jemison will face off in the June primary for House District 34.

Two Democrats face off to replace Utah’s longest-serving female legislator in June primary

By Jordan Miller | June 8, 2026, 9:49 p.m.

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) A Box Elder County planner said he felt like the Stratos project was a 'done deal' before the county was involved in discussions, emails show.

Box Elder County planner said data center project seemed like ‘done deal’ before landing on county’s doorstep, email reveals

By Jordan Miller | June 5, 2026, 12:00 p.m.

(Photo provided by Dr. Eryn Russo) Two Republican challengers — Eryn Russo, pictured, and Darren Croft — are on the ballot for House District 41's June primary.

Republicans Eryn Russo and Darren Croft vie for GOP nomination in Utah’s House District 41 primary

By Jordan Miller | June 5, 2026, 12:00 p.m.

(Whitney Woodworth | Salem Statesman Journal) A closed location of Bricks & Minifigs in Keizer, Oregon, in March.

A dispute over a prized Star Wars Lego collection led to a YouTube crusade. Then came the stalking charges in Utah.

By Jordan Miller | Samantha Moilanen | May 30, 2026, 8:41 p.m.

(Davis County) The Davis County administrative building in Farmington. An investigation into Davis County Commission Chair John Crofts revealed allegations of political favoritism and hostile behavior toward employees.

‘Employees will learn to fear the commission’: Utah politician accused of political favoritism, LGBTQ+ discrimination

By Jordan Miller | May 29, 2026, 1:59 p.m.

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Micah Smith appears for a court hearing in 3rd District Court in Salt Lake City on Tuesday Jan. 6, 2026. Smith is facing child torture and abuse charges after prosecutors said he took his three small children on a long, strenuous hike during a storm in Big Cottonwood Canyon.

What’s the latest on the Utah dad accused of taking his kids on a near-deadly hike in a storm?

By Jordan Miller | May 27, 2026, 12:00 p.m.

(Storyblocks) The Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District will charge cities that go over their allotted water supply by 10% or more.

Salt Lake County’s largest water provider will charge fees for overuse as Utah drought continues

By Jordan Miller | May 24, 2026, 12:00 p.m.

(O'Leary Digital) Renderings of a proposed data center campus to be constructed in Box Elder County. The project is backed by celebrity investor Kevin O'Leary.

See what the data center campus in Box Elder County could look like

By Jordan Miller | May 19, 2026, 4:51 p.m.

(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Rush hour traffic on I-15 in 2025. The COVID-19 pandemic made rush hour worse, but transportation officials have a few tips drivers can use to improve commutes.

Why your post-work shortcut may actually extend your commute, and what you can do instead

By Jordan Miller | May 19, 2026, 7:10 p.m.

(Chris Samuels | The Salt Lake Tribune) A Breeze Airways plane arrives at Ogden-Hinckley Airport, Monday, May 4, 2026.

A Utah city’s airport has become a gateway to Disneyland. Could new flights be on the way?

By Jordan Miller | May 18, 2026, 2:21 p.m.

(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Kouri Richins reacts as her brother, Ronney Darden, speaks on her behalf during her sentencing hearing in 3rd District Court in Park City on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. At left is defense attorney Wendy Lewis.

Judge sentences Kouri Richins to life in prison for husband’s murder

By Jordan Miller | Jessica Schreifels | May 13, 2026, 11:46 p.m.

(David Jackson | Pool) Kouri Richins listens to closing arguments on March 16, 2026, in 3rd District Court in Park City. Richins' children said they fear her potential release from prison, according to a Monday court filing.

Ahead of sentencing, Kouri Richins’ three sons say they fear her ever getting out of prison

By Jordan Miller | May 13, 2026, 3:19 p.m.

(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Kouri Richins listens to statements written by her children during her sentencing in 3rd District Court in Park City on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

Full hearing recap: Utah mom Kouri Richins sentenced to life in prison

By Jordan Miller | May 13, 2026, 11:46 p.m.