Author: Kevin Thompson

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH — A 29-year-old man was arrested Monday after he attempted to flee from a Salt Lake City Police officer by jumping into the Jordan River. The man, identified as Rafael Robles Sanchez, faces multiple charges, including failure to stop at the command of law enforcement, possession of marijuana, and drug paraphernalia offenses. The incident unfolded on the Jordan River Parkway Trail, where an officer patrolling the area noticed a man pushing a stroller. The officer, whose emergency lights were activated, observed the man briefly look at the vehicle before quickly abandoning the stroller and running away…

HURRICANE, Utah — A tragic hotspot for suicide in southern Utah has drawn the attention of both local teenagers and city leaders, leading to calls for immediate safety improvements at the Hurricane La Verkin Bridge. The bridge, which has long been associated with heartbreaking losses, has prompted a petition from two teenagers advocating for the installation of barriers, signage, and access to crisis resources. The petition has already garnered over 1,600 signatures, bringing the issue into the spotlight and prompting action from local officials. Hurricane Mayor Nanette Billings confirmed that efforts to add safety measures have been in the works…