Good morning, Orem.

Violence in Jalisco has disrupted travel for Utah residents vacationing in Puerto Vallarta after flights were canceled and trips rebooked.

Local travel agencies in Bountiful urge travelers to secure a backup exit plan & stay alert to further changes.

Despite heavy snowfall this week, conservationists warn that record low snowpack & growing deficits may cause Great Salt Lake to hit historic lows later this year.

Samantha Hawkins from Grow the Flow said a sustained winter snowpack is needed to boost spring runoff and help replenish the lake.

The Bureau of Land Management opened a public comment period on Monday for input on a proposal to extend a 20-year mining ban in Spanish Fork Canyon to protect water delivery systems, covering 6,559 acres to reduce the risk of mine drainage contaminating supplies.

A WalletHub report shows Utah ranked 10th for lowest property taxes, with residents paying about $2,500 per year on an average home valued near $489,400.

The report compares Utah to states like Hawaii, Alabama, Nevada & Colorado, highlighting affordable taxes in the area.

BYU men’s basketball jumped to No. 19 after a 79-69 upset win over No. 4 Iowa State on Saturday night, led by AJ Dybantsa who scored 29 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and passed for nine assists + setting the stage for upcoming contests.

UC Riverside Highlanders vs. Utah Valley Wolverines Men's Baseball

12:05 – 3:05 PM — UCCU Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting college baseball matchup as the Highlanders take on the Wolverines.