Utah Department of Public Safety
Coverage of Utah Department of Public Safety in the Nexus archive.
- Utah hiker killed by lightning just steps from mountain summit during trek with brother
A Utah man was killed by lightning during a hike with his brother near the summit of American Fork Twin Peaks. The brother called 911 after witnessing his collapse, and rescuers later confirmed his death. Authorities highlighted the unpredictable mountain weather and urged hikers to avoid exposed areas during storms.
- Tyler Robinson's and Lance Twiggs' DNA both allegedly found on key evidence in Charlie Kirk's assassination
Tyler Robinson and Lance Twiggs' DNA were allegedly found on a towel and screwdriver linked to Charlie Kirk's assassination. Robinson, accused of fatally shooting Kirk during a Turning Point USA event, is facing charges including aggravated murder, while Twiggs, whose DNA also appears on the evidence, is cooperating with investigators.
- Red state gov bans July Fourth fireworks statewide over wildfire concerns ahead of America's 250th anniversary
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox issued a temporary statewide fireworks ban for the Fourth of July due to severe drought and wildfire risks, allowing local authorities to designate safe areas. The state has 354 wildfires burning 142,000 acres, with 94% of Utah in severe or extreme drought.
- Red state gov bans July Fourth fireworks statewide over wildfire concerns ahead of America's 250th anniversary
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox issued a temporary statewide fireworks ban for the Fourth of July due to historic wildfire conditions and severe drought. The executive order allows local leaders to designate 'safe areas' for fireworks, as 94% of the state faces severe or extreme drought and 354 wildfires have burned 142,000 acres this season.