Author: Kevin Thompson

Ogden, UT – Michael Slayton’s childhood was marked by instability, spending years bouncing from foster home to foster home. In total, he lived in 32 different foster homes and between 12 and 15 group homes for boys. This constant upheaval left him without a clear sense of identity or belonging, particularly as he tried to connect with his Native American heritage. “I would have to explain to classmates that I am Native American, but I didn’t know who I was because I didn’t have a stable foundation,” Slayton said. “I grew up without a place of belonging, without a sense…

Heber City, Utah – A domestic dispute in Heber City turned into a tense, four-hour standoff between two men and law enforcement officers Tuesday evening, following a reported gunfire incident inside a home. The altercation began when an adult victim expressed anger after a suspect allegedly forced several children to brush their teeth with a toothpaste containing essential oils, causing a burning sensation in their mouths. According to the Heber City Police Department, the situation escalated when the suspect confronted the victim, and a heated argument ensued. As tensions rose, the victim attempted to leave the home, located near 200…