A 20-year-old man is behind bars and facing charges after allegedly breaking into a Vernal residence and assaulting a resident that was home. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, police were called to a residence in the area of 500 West 400 South for a...
While keeping an eye out for a deal on Facebook Marketplace, it is wise to use safe practices as not all are honest about the items being sold. A recent case of local deception has resulted in a felony charge for a Vernal man. According to the Probable Cause...
On Monday, the Department of Homeland Security released a list of 15 ICE arrests of “criminal illegal aliens” that took place over the weekend, one of which happened in northeastern Utah. Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis stated, “This weekend, ICE arrested a...
A man has been charged with felony DUI and reckless driving for events that include allegedly driving around the bleachers of the Uintah High School football field on May 1st, nearly hitting people, and hitting a fence before driving away. According to the Affidavit...
A renewed search effort is underway for 70-year-old DeEtte Spencer who made stops in Vernal and Price before disappearing while driving home to southern Utah. The last known location of DeEtte Spencer was the Walmart in Price on January 26th. It was believed after...
A Ballard man is facing felony charges after allegedly stabbing his son with a screwdriver and threatening to kill his family. He is also under investigation for at least 18 additional charges in multiple cases for additional counts of aggravated assault and child...
Duchesne County Sheriff incumbent candidate Travis Tucker (R). Sheriff Tucker is running against Duchesne Co Sheriff Deputy Rick Coil (R). Interview aired on KVEL May 7, 2026
Rick Coil (R) Duchesne County Sheriff candidate. Rick Coil is running against incumbent Sheriff Travis Tucker (R). Interview aired on KVEL May 5, 2026
A report of retail theft at Vernal’s Walmart led to a list of felony charges for the accused. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, officers responded to a report of shoplifting and made contact with Blaine Harrison Duggins, who was pushing a cart containing...
Two individuals were arrested at a gas station in Duchesne City on Saturday after dispatch received calls from concerned citizens. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, it was reported that a vehicle had been parked at a gas pump for a period of time with a...