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Icy roads make for messy morning commute as next storms approach
SALT LAKE CITY — After digging out from a weekend of storms that dropped the first snow of 2024 to valley areas, keep the shovels handy as a full week of storms is expected across the state.
Monday morning, icy road conditions made for a tough commute in some areas, specifically in Utah County.
LIVE: Watch as traffic builds up due to multiple crashes caused by slick roads in Utah County
Several crashes were reported on the stretch of I-15 between American Fork and Lehi as commuters hit the road during the early morning hours.
Utah Highway Patrol told FOX 13 News that “multiple cars” were involved in separate crashes along the highway and a crew had been dispatched to quickly salt the road due to the slickness.
Though an exact number of incidents wasn’t made available, the Utah Department of Transportation warned of more than five crashes in the area affecting both directions of traffic.
Crews were also hard at work Monday morning in Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons, with a mixture of snow and ice in lower canyon areas and a thick layer of packed snow in the middle and upper canyons.
Due to the dangerous driving conditions, the traction law was put in effect, meaning cars must be checked and properly equipped before heading into the canyons.
The messing morning commute comes after a weekend of storms that dropped several inches of snow across Utah.
Utah Highway Patrol was occupied through the entire weekend, with troopers reportedly responding to about 280 crashes from Friday through Saturday. Ice and snow contributed to especially difficult driving conditions across the state.
Even though Monday will stay mostly clear, there could be some isolated snow showers during the morning hours. Snow will stay mostly in the mountains but lake effect showers are possible in Salt Lake and Tooele Counties.
Storms have moved on for now but extremely cold temperatures are lingering on Monday. At Zion and Bryce National Parks, the wind chill will contribute to temperatures that feel below zero.
Across Utah, high temperatures are expected to remain below freezing.
National Weather Service
Larger counties issued “Code Blue” protocol during the weekend due to the frigid conditions, opening shelters and overflows to help everyone stay warm during especially cold nights.
The snow won’t let up anytime soon, with winter weather expected as soon as Tuesday.
Most weather alerts issued for the weekend expired Monday at 5 a.m., giving everyone a little break to clean up before the next storms take over.
Winter Storm watches have already been issued before the next round of snow. The alerts are currently in effect from Tuesday morning until Thursday.
The next storm moves into northern Utah Tuesday afternoon through the evening hours. Snow could be heavy at times in the mountains, but even the valleys could see a decent amount of snow on Tuesday.
Tuesday’s storms are just the beginning, with a series that will keep snow in the forecast and low temperatures throughout Utah into the weekend.
Utah
Utah Jazz jump to #2 in the lottery, plus full results
In what has a chance to be one of the most important nights in Jazz history, the Utah Jazz jumped in the NBA Lottery to the #2 spot for the upcoming NBA draft.
Here are the final results, which show all the movement.
Aside from it being a massive night for the Wizards, Jazz, Grizzlies, and Bulls, it was a devastating night for a few teams, but no one more than the Indiana Pacers. The Pacers, in their trade for Ivica Zubac, had a stipulation on their pick that if the pick was top-4 they kept it. But if it fell below 4, they would give it to the Clippers which is exactly what happened. Now, the Clippers, who are without Zubac, find themselves with a #5 pick to build around.
For the Jazz this is a culmination of four years of rebuilding that ends with an extremely satisfying end. Utah will now have one of the tier-1 players from this draft: AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson. The player Utah drafts will be one of their cornerstone pieces and will have the chance to not only play, but be a part of a team that will be competing for the playoffs this season.
The Utah Jazz now have a Sinister Six core: Darryn Peterson (If AJ Dybantsa goes #1), Keyonte George, Ace Bailey, Lauri Markkanen, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Walker Kessler (if he signs). It’s quite the core with a mix of youth and veterans in their prime. With this group, the Jazz will have a chance to be one of the top teams in the Western Conference. Yes, the Thunder and Spurs are going to be difficult to beat, but Utah has the mix of talent, coaching, and depth that could absolutely do the trick.
Now the Utah Jazz look forward to the NBA Draft that be on June 23rd. Let the posturing begin!!
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Provo’s new Boys & Girls clubhouse gives Utah youth more space to learn, grow and belong
PROVO — An organization that has been a beacon of hope for Utah children and families just got a big upgrade in Provo.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County on Friday held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newest facility, marking the start of a new chapter in providing support for those who need it the most.
The new Kent B. Nelson Clubhouse, 131 N. Olympic Blvd., replaces the organization’s former Provo clubhouse, which had been in operation for more than 50 years. Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County leaders said they had outgrown the aging facility and needed a larger, more modern space to support more community members.
“This new clubhouse is more than a building — it’s a central place where we can coordinate programs, support our staff, and amplify our impact across the region,” said David Bayles, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County, in a statement.
The organization’s mission was something the late former Utah County Commissioner Tom Sakievich was passionate about. His wife Marji and daughter Emily Sakievich attended Friday’s grand opening ceremony just as if he would’ve wanted to.
“He loved this project, and it meant the world to him,” Emily Sakievich told KSL. “This was actually one of the last places he went before he passed. (He) and my mom stopped by to just see how progress was going; he would be so excited to see this come together.”
The former commissioner died last December at the age of 72. Tom Sakievich resigned from the seat in September 2024 after being diagnosed with glioblastoma brain cancer.
Emily Sakievich said her father was a big supporter of helping children in the Boys & Girls Clubs feel supported while he was in office.
“He would have all of them come to his office and talk about how government works and how they can be a part of it someday,” she said.
The new 20,000 square-foot facility expands on resources and programs offered at its previous site for community youth and families experiencing hardships.
The clubhouse will provide safe, engaging, and educational programs in a modernized building fit to serve more than 14,000 Utah children and teens.
A variety of programs including after-school, summer activities and STEM learning will be offered at the new facility. Other resources include internet safety programs, mental health support, nutrition initiatives, and housing assistance for families experiencing homelessness.
“We’ve been able to increase the capacity so much and add preschool and other things; we can even benefit more families — and we can benefit them for a longer period of time, from younger to older, where there are no gaps.” Provo City Council Chair Katrice MacKay told KSL. “So I’m really excited. It’s a fantastic thing for the city and for our residents.”
Leaders of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County say the new $6 million Provo clubhouse was designed as a welcoming space where children and teens can explore new interests, build life skills, and receive mentorship from caring staff.
“The Boys & Girls Clubs have been a cornerstone of youth development in Utah County for decades,” said Janet Frank, board president, in a statement “This new clubhouse strengthens that mission, allowing the organization to extend its reach and impact across the entire region.”
Friday’s event took place while children who attend the Boys & Girls Clubs were in school, so another ceremony for kids and their families is planned for the end of the month.
“The Boys & Girls Club is for every kid out there,” Bayles said. “We want to accomplish what every parent wants for their kids — we want them to have a safe place to learn and grow, to be successful in school, to build social skills and to go on and be great members of society.”
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Three motorcycles crash on Trapper’s Loop in northern Utah
HUNTSVILLE , Utah (KUTV) — Three motorcycles crashed on Trapper’s Loop in northern Utah, according to the Utah Highway Patrol.
Officials said one motorcycle traveling northbound on SR-176 near milepost 10 failed to maintain its lane while navigating a curve.
The bike crossed into oncoming southbound traffic, where it collided with two other motorcycles. Officials said all three riders were taken to a nearby hospital in stable condition. All were wearing helmets and protective gear.
Speed is believed to have been a contributing factor in the crash.
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