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SALT LAKE CITY, OK — A repeat DUI offender has been arrested for the sixth time, sparking renewed concerns over the effectiveness of the justice system in keeping dangerous drivers off the road. Brady Paul Snelgrove, who has accumulated five prior DUI convictions, was arrested for another DUI offense earlier this month, drawing attention to the growing issue of repeat offenders in Utah. Lawmakers, including Rep. Steve Eliason, R-Sandy, are voicing frustration over the situation, citing the rising risk to public safety. “We statistically know that the more DUIs you have, the more likely you are to kill somebody,” said…

NORTH TOOELE, Utah — The North Tooele Fire District (NTFD) is facing uncertainty as recent federal funding cuts have left many agencies, including local fire departments, scrambling for solutions. The NTFD, which covers nearly 100 miles of I-80, a highway notorious for frequent accidents, relies heavily on federal dollars to operate effectively and respond quickly to emergencies. With federal funding at risk, the fire district is concerned about its ability to maintain its equipment, training, and response capabilities. According to Jon Smith, a spokesperson for NTFD, around 30% of their calls come from incidents on I-80, a major stretch of…