Road Closures

The floods rushed down burn scars from the Cottonwood Fire in late July, closing State Route 153 through the canyon. In other news, Gov. Spencer Cox chose two nominees for the Utah Supreme Court.

In other news, there are harmful algal blooms in two northern Utah reservoirs. And, Utah State University improperly euthanized over 80 naked mole rats last year, according to a federal report.

The Blind Hollow Fire was discovered Sunday evening, about halfway between Logan and Garden City. Forest Service officials said the fire's growth was not very active.

In other news, $18 million is going to recovery efforts for the area impacted by the Cottonwood Fire. And, the neonatal intensive care unit is getting an upgrade at Ogden Regional Medical Center.

In other news, a new Utah music festival featuring Benson Boone and Sombr was canceled without explanation. And, public comment is open for higher Utah Transit Authority fares.

In other news, an off-ramp to the Salt Lake City International Airport is closing for a month. And, Junction's water supply in Piute County tested positive for E. coli after flooding last week.

In other news, Gov. Spencer Cox has named the new Great Salt Lake Commissioner. And, three counties are under a state of emergency because of flash flooding.

In other news, Sen. Todd Weiler has been named the new CEO of a conservative think tank and lobbying group. Critics argue it's a conflict of interest.

In other news, Eva Lopez Chavez, who was being investigated for sexual misconduct, has been removed from the Salt Lake City Council for living outside district boundaries.

In other news, The King's English Bookshop cancelled its promotion of Gov. Spencer Cox's new book just two days after first announcing it.