While many in Salt Lake County are upset about increased traffic and crowds over the weekend, officials say this weekend’s events will be essential to the county’s economy.

A nearly century-old dorm for honor students at Michigan State University reopened this fall with a $37.1 million facelift that included several amenities — including one that raised some eyebrows.

Pop-up hotel operator Placemakr has taken over 120 multifamily units at a new apartment building near Arizona State ...