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First Human West Nile Virus Case in Utah

Salt Lake County has confirmed this year's first human case of West Nile virus, a severe neuroinvasive infection, likely contracted in late July near the Jordan River. The patient was hospitalized but is now recovering at home. [Salt Lake County Health Department]

Willard Peak Fire Forces Evacuations

Over 150 families remain evacuated from their North Ogden homes as the Willard Peak Fire, sparked by a vehicle on Wednesday, has grown to 754 acres with 0% containment. No homes have been lost, but hot weather and steep terrain are making firefighting efforts difficult. [Salt Lake Tribune]

Judge Denies Evaluation for Death Row Inmate

A judge has denied death row inmate Ralph Leroy Menzies’ request for a new competency evaluation, ruling there’s insufficient evidence that his mental state has worsened enough to bar execution. Menzies is scheduled to die by firing squad on Sept. 5 for the 1986 murder of Maurine Hunsaker. [FOX 13]

State Leaders Slam Mayor on Homelessness

Utah electeds are pointing fingers after a new report showed an 18% increase in Utah homelessness, with a jaw-dropping response from the governor and others. Who's to blame, and does it even matter? [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]