Utah
Utah expects two key players will return in 2025
During Monday’s press conference, Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham shared significant news about two key players, linebacker Levani Damuni and cornerback Kenan Johnson. Both have expressed their intention to return next season, a development that brings excitement and promise to the program.
Damuni had a standout 2023 campaign before a season-ending injury in April 2024. Known for his dominance, Damuni played in all 13 games last year, starting seven of them. He led the Utes with 87 tackles, including 2.5 tackles for loss and 0.5 sacks. His consistency was remarkable, registering double-digit tackles in five of his last six games. Damuni also tied for the team lead with 9.5 third-down stops, showcasing his ability to deliver in critical moments. Notably, he recorded a season-best 12 tackles in two games, including a top-five matchup against Washington and the Las Vegas Bowl against Northwestern.
Kyle Whittingham provides an update about his future at Utah
Johnson, another key contributor, started at cornerback in Utah’s 2024 season opener against Southern Utah. Unfortunately, his season was cut short due to injury, but his experience brings immense value. Before transferring to Utah, Johnson played 45 games with 11 starts at Georgia Tech from 2019-2023. In his final season at Georgia Tech, he started eight games, recording 29 tackles, two forced fumbles, four passes defended, and an interception. His defensive skills and experience will add depth and leadership to Utah’s secondary in 2025.
As Utah prepares to conclude its regular season against UCF on Friday at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN, the announcement of Damuni and Johnson’s returns provides a glimpse into a promising future for the Utes, setting the stage for continued success.
KANOSH, Utah — The United States Geological Survey recorded multiple earthquakes near Kanosh Sunday morning, each of them having an average magnitude of 3.0.
The first earthquake, magnitude 3.0, was detected just after 12:30 a.m., with the epicenter located half a mile south of Kanarraville.
The second quake, magnitude 3.2, was detected around 5:45 a.m., with the epicenter nearly five miles south-southwest of Kanosh. This was followed by two more quakes in the same area, a magnitude 2.5 quake coming in around 6:35 a.m., followed by a third around 7:45 a.m, which measured at magnitude 3.3.
This has since been followed by another quake, measuring at magnitude 3.7, being detected around 8:45 a.m. The geographic location in the USGS report places the epicenter approximately over two miles south of the Dry Wash Trail, about six miles south-southwest of Kanosh.
FOX 13 News previously spoke with researchers at University of Utah, who said that earthquake swarms are relatively common. A study published in 2023 posits that swarms may be triggered by geothermal activity. The findings came after a series of seismic swarms were detected in central Utah, within the vicinity of three geothermal power plants.
The study also says that the swarms fall into a different category than aftershocks that typically follow large quakes, such as the magnitude 5.7 earthquake that hit the Wasatch Fault back in 2020.
Utah
Embattled Utah Rep. Trevor Lee loses county GOP convention — but wins enough support to make primary
Earlier in the week, House Speaker Mike Schultz said lawmakers asked the attorney general to investigate allegations of fraud and bribery against Lee.
(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Rep. Trevor Lee, R-Layton, running for reelection, addresses delegates during the Davis County Republican Party nominating convention at Syracuse High School on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Also from Utah Eats: A Utah baker ends his run on a Food Network competition; Lucky Slice’s territory grows.
(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) The Yeti, a Himalayan-themed bar in Cottonwood Heights, is pictured on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
-
Florida3 minutes agoSouth Florida faith leaders call for Miami mental health center to finally open
-
Georgia9 minutes ago
Georgia receiver and draft prospect Zachariah Branch arrested for misdemeanor obstruction
-
Hawaii15 minutes agoKanakaʻole, Zane ʻohana transform Hawaiian cultural practices into captivating visual arts | Maui Now
-
Idaho21 minutes ago‘Unrelenting’: Statehouse reporters recap 2026 legislative session in Idaho Falls – East Idaho News
-
Illinois27 minutes agoWeather service assessing damage across Iowa, Illinois and Missouri
-
Indiana33 minutes agoProjecting the Indiana Fever’s 2026 Starting Lineup
-
Iowa39 minutes ago5 people wounded in shooting near University of Iowa campus, including 3 students
-
Kansas45 minutes agoKansas Governor signs Caleb’s Law, targeting online sextortion of minors