US: Audience Flees After Charlie Kirk Shooting at Utah Valley University 3

Charlie Kirk, 31, a conservative activist and close ally of Donald Trump, was fatally shot on Wednesday, September 10, while speaking at Utah Valley University. Utah’s governor called it a “political assassination.” Authorities said a person of interest was in custody, though no charges or motive were immediately announced. The killing drew bipartisan condemnation and renewed concerns over rising political violence in the U.S. This video shows people in the audience running for cover right after the shooting.

RECAP: Buckley Draw Fire Rages Near Provo, Utah

The Buckley Draw Fire broke out on the mountainside south of Slate Canyon in Provo, Utah, around 5 p.m. on Sunday, August 18, 2025. The fire quickly grew, reaching an estimated 427 acres by Tuesday, August 20, mainly spreading along the east flank at the top of Buckley Mountain. Steep terrain and active flames have made containment difficult. Evacuation warnings remain for nearby residents, and trails in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest are closed. Fire crews are making progress, with aircraft supporting suppression efforts. No injuries have been reported.

US: Buckley Draw Fire Burns 400 Acres Near Provo With 0% Containment 2

The Buckley Draw Fire ignited on Sunday, August 17, near Provo’s Slate Canyon in Utah. By Monday afternoon, it had burned 400 acres with 0% containment.

US: Buckley Draw Fire Burns 400 Acres Near Provo With 0% Containment

The Buckley Draw Fire ignited on Sunday, August 17, near Provo’s Slate Canyon in Utah. By Monday afternoon, it had burned 400 acres with 0% containment.

US: Wildfire Breaks Out in Buckley Draw Canyon, Utah 3

A wildfire broke out in Buckley Draw Canyon, Utah on Sunday, August 17, reaching 400 acres. Provo City urged the public to stay away and not fly drones so first responders can operate safely.

US: Wildfire Breaks Out in Buckley Draw Canyon, Utah 2

A wildfire broke out in Buckley Draw Canyon, Utah on Sunday, August 17, reaching 400 acres. Provo City urged the public to stay away and not fly drones so first responders can operate safely.

US: Wildfire Breaks Out in Buckley Draw Canyon, Utah

A wildfire broke out in Buckley Draw Canyon, Utah on Sunday, August 17, reaching 400 acres. Provo City urged the public to stay away and not fly drones so first responders can operate safely.

US: Wildfire Prompts Evacuations and Power Outages in North Ogden, Utah 5

A wildfire called the Willard Peak Fire broke out on August 13 in the Willard Hills/North Ogden area, Utah, originating from a vehicle fire, burning more than 570 acres as of Friday. The fire was 14% contained and evacuees from 150 residences in North Ogden were allowed to return home.

US: Wildfire Prompts Evacuations and Power Outages in North Ogden, Utah 4

A wildfire called the Willard Peak Fire broke out on August 13 in the Willard Hills/North Ogden area, Utah, originating from a vehicle fire. The blaze has grown to more than 750 acres, threatening hundreds of nearby homes at risk. Authorities have ordered evacuations in affected neighborhoods, and residents are urged to stay away from the fire zone. Ground crews, helicopters, and air tankers are actively fighting the fire. The fire has also caused widespread power outages, as Rocky Mountain Power temporarily shut off lines for safety.

US: Wildfire Prompts Evacuations and Power Outages in North Ogden, Utah 3

A wildfire called the Willard Peak Fire broke out on August 13 in the Willard Hills/North Ogden area, Utah, originating from a vehicle fire. The blaze has grown to more than 750 acres, threatening hundreds of nearby homes at risk. Authorities have ordered evacuations in affected neighborhoods, and residents are urged to stay away from the fire zone. Ground crews, helicopters, and air tankers are actively fighting the fire. The fire has also caused widespread power outages, as Rocky Mountain Power temporarily shut off lines for safety.

US: Wildfire Prompts Evacuations and Power Outages in North Ogden, Utah 2

A wildfire called the Willard Peak Fire broke out on August 13 in the Willard Hills/North Ogden area, Utah, originating from a vehicle fire. The blaze has grown to more than 750 acres, threatening hundreds of nearby homes at risk. Authorities have ordered evacuations in affected neighborhoods, and residents are urged to stay away from the fire zone. Ground crews, helicopters, and air tankers are actively fighting the fire. The fire has also caused widespread power outages, as Rocky Mountain Power temporarily shut off lines for safety.

US: Wildfire Prompts Evacuations and Power Outages in North Ogden, Utah

A wildfire called the Willard Peak Fire broke out on August 13 in the Willard Hills/North Ogden area, Utah, originating from a vehicle fire. The blaze has grown to more than 750 acres, threatening hundreds of nearby homes at risk. Authorities have ordered evacuations in affected neighborhoods, and residents are urged to stay away from the fire zone. Ground crews, helicopters, and air tankers are actively fighting the fire. The fire has also caused widespread power outages, as Rocky Mountain Power temporarily shut off lines for safety.

US: Monroe Canyon Fire in Utah Burns Over 63,000 Acres, Several Evacuation Orders Lifted

The Monroe Canyon Fire, which has burned more than 63,000 acres continued to rage in Sever County, Utah, as of Tuesday, August 5. Evacuation orders for several areas have been lifted, allowing residents to return to their homes.

US: Monroe Canyon Fire Continues to Rage in Utah, ‘Go Now’ Evacuations in Effect

The Monroe Canyon Fire in Sevier County, Utah, a two-week-old wildfire, has grown to over 30,000 acres as of Tuesday, July 29. Level 3, "Go Now" evacuations have been ordered in some areas due to the fire.

US: Monroe Canyon Fire Grows to 20,000 Acres, Prompts Evacuations in Utah

The Monroe Canyon Fire in Sevier County, Utah, has burned over 20,000 acres since July 13 and is just 13% contained as of Sunday, July 27. Evacuations have been ordered for several mountain communities, including Long Flat, Deep Lake, and Elk Country Cabins. Firefighters are battling tough conditions with high winds, dry fuels, and steep terrain. Nearly 1,000 personnel are on scene, and officials say parts of the fire remain “dicey” due to spot fires and fatigue among crews.

US: Cove Fire Ignites on BLM Land in Utah’s Sevier County

A new wildfire, the Cove Fire, ignited on Tuesday, July 15, on Bureau of Land Management land in Sevier County, Utah, located close to Monroe Canyon, where another wildfire is burning. It has burned 25 acres with no immediate threats reported.

US: Evacuations Underway as Monroe Fire Rages in Utah

A wildfire broke out Sunday, July 13, in Monroe, Utah, around 2:20 p.m. The blaze, located southwest of Monroe, has burned an estimated 700 acres and was 0% contained, leading to evacuation orders for the communities of Magleby and Monroe Meadows.

US: Forsyth Fire Continues to Rage in Utah, Burning Nearly 14,000 Acres

The Forsyth Fire, a lightning-caused wildfire, continued to rage in Washington County, southwestern Utah, scorching nearly 14,000 acres as of Thursday, July 10. Thick smoke from the fire was seen rising above the St. George and surrounding areas, reducing visibility and air quality.

US: Forsyth Fire Rages in Southwest Utah, Prompting Closures and Evacuations 2

The Forsyth Fire grew to nearly 6,000 acres, destroying over a dozen homes and prompting evacuations in Pinto and Grass Valley on Sunday, June 23.

US: Forsyth Fire Rages in Southwest Utah, Prompting Closures and Evacuations

The Forsyth Fire grew to nearly 6,000 acres, destroying over a dozen homes and prompting evacuations in Pinto and Grass Valley on Sunday, June 23.

US: Evacuations Ordered As Sandhurst Fire Breaks Out On Ensign Peak, Utah

The Sandhurst Fire broke out on Ensign Peak in Salt Lake City on Saturday, July 20. Mandatory evacuations have been in effect for the Sandhurst area. City Creek Canyon has been closed to the public.

US: Silver King Fire Rages In Southern Utah, Burning Nearly 11,000 Acres

The Silver King Fire continued to rage out of control in southern Utah, burning nearly 11,000 acres as of Sunday night, July 7. The Federal Emergency Management Agency granted the state's request for federal funds to help with firefighting costs.

US: Silver King Fire Rages In Southern Utah, Burning Nearly 11,000 Acres 2

The Silver King Fire continued to rage out of control in southern Utah, burning nearly 11,000 acres as of Sunday night, July 7. The Federal Emergency Management Agency granted the state's request for federal funds to help with firefighting costs.

Homeland Security Hearing - Washington

Homeland Security Hearing - Washington

Jamie Barnes, Director, Forestry, Fire and State Lands Department of Natural Resources State of Utah, appears before a Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs hearing to examine responding to the increasing wildfire threat, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, USA, Thursday, March 14, 2024. Photo by Rod Lamkey/CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM