Salt Lake County saw a 16% decrease in homes under contract from last year on Thursday. For the four weeks ending Oct. 18, there were 281,749 homes for sale nationwide where an offer had been accepted, a 1.9% dip from the previous week and down 14.4% from the same period a year ago, according to the online real estate brokerage Redfin.
In Salt Lake County, a small percentage of electric customers are currently without power according to data from Outage Pro.
According to an October 26 report, 129 customers in Salt Lake County are experiencing power outages. Rocky Mountain Power is the provider reporting these outages, which affect approximately 0.1% of tracked customers in the region.
More than 6,000 customers across Salt Lake County lost power Monday morning in an outage, according to Rocky Mountain Power. RMP officials said they were aware of the outage, noting that 6,038 customers across Midvale, Salt Lake and Sandy were impacted.
According to a report published October 26, 2026, Rocky Mountain Power (UT) reported 6,158 customers without power. The outages affect five counties, including Salt Lake County.
The Salt Lake County Solid Waste Management Council is scheduled to hold a meeting via Webex on Oct. 28, 2026. The session will include a workshop agenda covering public comments, division updates, and financial reports.
The Salt Lake County Executive Coordinating Committee is scheduled to meet on Oct. 26, 2026. The agenda includes discussions on ADA web compliance, Medicare supplement plan premiums, and updates regarding the Privacy Program and Smart Gov Fund.
Utah has a new congressional map, and a week and a half until Election Day — but it isn’t seeing the same early voting surge as other parts of the country amid a fight for control in Washington. Still, with 11 days between Friday — when numbers were last reported — and polls closing, turnout so far looks “really good,” Salt Lake County Clerk Lannie Chapman said.
Drivers should plan for closures and delays beginning Friday and continuing into next week SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 23, 2026) — The Utah Department of Transportation is warning drivers  to plan ahead for several ramp closures on I-15 in Riverdale and at the I-80/I-215 interchange in Salt Lake County over the coming days. On Friday, Oct. […]
For Salt Lake County voters who would like to vote in person this election, you now have a chance to vote early on a Saturday for the first time. The Salt Lake County Clerk is offering Saturday early voting on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the south building of the Salt Lake County Government Center (2001 South State Street, SLC).
Salt Lake County announced it will be offering early in-person voting on a Saturday for the first time ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections. Voters will be able to cast their ballot in person on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Salt Lake County Government Center.
The Salt Lake County Brownfields Assessment Grant Advisory Committee met on October 22, 2026, to discuss property and budget updates. The meeting included discussions regarding budget allocations for Midvale Public Works and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
The family of Summer Tatiana Roney, found dead in her ex-boyfriend's vehicle on New Year's Eve 2024, supports a plea deal for Jacob Holt Johnson only if it guarantees life without parole.
A preliminary report published October 22 describes an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 clade 2.3.4.4b in Utah mink. The outbreak, identified in August 2026, involved viruses from the B3.13 genotype that is currently circulating in U.S. dairy cattle.
MSD has received reports regarding fraudulent letters being sent to applicants following public meetings. These fraudulent letters falsely claim project approval and demand large payments to finalize processing.
A preliminary follow-up report released October 20, 2026, found that Salt Lake County Health Department management has fully implemented four of ten recommendations from a previous audit regarding travel expenses. Five recommendations remain in progress, while one recommendation could not be tested during the current scope period.
The Salt Lake County Technology Advisory Board is scheduled to meet on Oct. 22, 2026. The meeting will address various topics including artificial intelligence, data governance, and IT shared services.
Salt Lake County is proposing another tax hike to reboot its criminal justice system in 2027. Mayor Jenny Wilson announced the recommended 13.53% property tax hike during Tuesday's County Council meeting.
Draper officials have requested that residents in Suncrest and Utah County neighborhoods conserve water through Friday, Oct. 23, while crews perform work on a water system line. The city noted that while service is expected to continue normally, outages are possible if water usage remains high during the project.
Salt Lake County is investigating after mail, including ballots, went missing from mailboxes in a Millcreek neighborhood, County Clerk Lannie Chapman said. Noelle Poulson said she picked up her mail around 5 p.m. Wednesday Oct 14, the day after ballots were mailed.
Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson presented her proposed 2027 budget to the county council on Tuesday, which includes plans for criminal justice reform and a major overhaul to the county jail. In order to pay for that overhaul, the budget proposes a bond that would be supported by an increase in property tax.
SALT LAKE COUNTY, Utah, Oct. 20, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson has presented her proposed 2027 budget to the Salt Lake County Council. The proposal outlines a major change to the County’s criminal justice system.
Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson proposed a 2027 budget focused on changes to the county’s criminal justice system. Under the proposal, eligible people would be sent to supervised treatment instead of jail. The budget would also modernize and consolidate jail facilities and expand mental health treatment in the jail.
A 25-year-old man was arrested after allegedly punching a woman and accidentally striking a 9-month-old baby during a domestic dispute in Salt Lake County, according to a probable cause statement. Brian Leonardo Colin Rodriguez was arrested Monday on suspicion of assault, reckless child abuse and four counts of domestic violence in the presence of a child, court records showed.
Two pedestrians were hospitalized in critical condition following a crash with a pickup truck on Redwood Road in West Valley City early Tuesday morning. The incident resulted in lane closures on Redwood Road until approximately 2:45 a.m.
Mayor Jenny Wilson is scheduled to present the proposed 2027 budget to the Salt Lake County Council on October 20. The presentation marks the start of an eight-week review period preceding a final vote in December.
Chase ends with suspect arrested and three patrol cars damaged in Salt Lake County. The suspect allegedly crashed into several patrol cars before attempting to escape on foot. According to information provided by Lieutenant Zach Randall, of the Utah Highway Patrol (UHP), Summit County agents were pursuing a vehicle when they requested assistance.
A preliminary follow-up report published October 20, 2026, found that Salt Lake County Health Department management has fully implemented four of ten audit recommendations regarding travel expenses. Five recommendations remain in progress, while one could not be tested due to a lack of late submissions during the audit period.
Exactly five months after confirming the location for a new Trader Joe’s in West Jordan, a company spokesperson has announced when the store will open. Located at 5561 W. The grand opening celebration will include music and samples. The company said that the West Jordan location will be the second on Salt Lake County’s west side, and the 10th Trader Joe’s store in Utah.
Smoke and flames may be visible along the Wasatch mountain range as fire officials carry out some planned prescribed burns in the area. The Unified Fire Authority said prescribed burns will take place in Millcreek Canyon, Lambs Canyon, and Parleys Summit.
A crash on northbound I-15 at 600 N in Salt Lake County has resulted in lane closures and expected heavy delays. According to an October 18 statement from UDOT Traffic, all traffic must exit at 600 N due to the closure.
A crash blocked the left lane and left shoulder of westbound I-80 at 2000 East in Salt Lake City early Sunday, according to the Utah Department of Transportation. Information regarding vehicles involved or injuries has not yet been released.
Money from the bond will be used towards reparing, restoring and improving upon the County's parks, trails and open spaces. The bond is contingent on voter approval.
Utah’s general election is on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. Eligible Utah residents can vote by mail, in-person early voting and on Election Day. To vote in this year’s general election is to be a U.S. citizen, 18 years old by Nov. 3, 2026 and have resided in Utah for at least 30 days before...
A final follow-up report released October 12, 2026, concludes the audit cycle for Salt Lake County Flood Control and Engineering Services payroll. The report details the implementation status of recommendations from an original 2024 audit.
Strut Your Mutt is returning to Salt Lake City on Saturday, Oct. 17, for a fundraising dog walk and community festival. The event, hosted by Best Friends Animal Society, aims to raise funds to save homeless pets across the United States.
The Salt Lake County Service Area #3 Board of Trustees will hold a meeting on Oct. 20, 2026, to discuss the preliminary 2027 budget and system operations. The meeting is scheduled to take place at 9567 Bypass Road in Snowbird.
The Salt Lake County Property Tax Committee is scheduled to meet on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. The meeting agenda includes various tax relief items, including timely relief and veteran exemptions.
