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Utah Gang Member Indicted for Attempted Murder of His Brother

Javier Rafael Pedregon-Magana, a 24-year-old documented gang member from West Jordan, Utah, has been indicted on federal racketeering charges for attempting to murder his brother on Christmas Day. Authorities say Pedregon-Magana was ordered to kill his brother for $25,000 to remove a hit on his own life, as both were accused of being informants. After stabbing his brother multiple times and trying to run him over, he allegedly circled the hospital to "finish the job." Federal prosecutors claim he acted to support his violent gang, which has been active in Utah for over a decade, engaging in crimes such as murder, assault, and recruitment of juveniles.

National News

Fiery Tunnel Crash on I-80 in Wyoming Kills at Least Two People

A fiery multi-vehicle pileup inside the Green River Tunnel on Interstate 80 in Wyoming resulted in at least two deaths and five injuries late Friday morning. Smoke and an exploding tire made rescue efforts difficult, while concerns over the tunnel’s structural integrity prompted an inspection by geologists and bridge engineers. The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) and the Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) remain on-site to assist emergency responders and manage traffic. Officials expressed condolences to the victims' families and urged motorists to follow detour speed limits due to expected delays.

International News

Vance and Zelenskyy Discuss Ukraine War at Munich Security Conference

Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met at the Munich Security Conference on February 14, 2025, to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Vance reiterated former President Trump’s goal of achieving a lasting peace, while Zelenskyy emphasized Ukraine’s need for security guarantees before negotiations can proceed. The meeting followed Trump’s controversial call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on February 12, which preceded a conversation with Zelenskyy. Trump defended his decision, stating he wanted to assess Russia's willingness to negotiate. The administration has since sent mixed signals on Ukraine: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth dismissed full territorial liberation and NATO membership for Ukraine as unrealistic, while Vance suggested military action remains an option if Russia does not negotiate.

Sports News

BYU Football Adds Former Army Veteran to Strength and Conditioning Staff

BYU football has hired Nate Pototschnik as the program’s associate director of strength and conditioning. Pototschnik previously worked under former BYU coach Bronco Mendenhall at Virginia and New Mexico and served in the U.S. Army for over a decade. A 2006 graduate of West Point, he was last stationed at Pearl Harbor before transitioning to college athletics. Pototschnik spent eight years in Virginia’s strength and conditioning program and most recently worked as the director of athletic performance for New Mexico football in 2024. His hiring brings military discipline and extensive coaching experience to BYU’s football program.

Events  

February 15th

• Winter Rock Reggae - Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM

• Torchlight Parade & Fireworks Show - Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM

February 16th

• Cinderella - Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM

• Rome - Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM

February 17th

• Matilda the Musical - Monday, February 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM

• The Wild Thistle Market - Sandy — Fun with Jane Dough - Monday, February 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM

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