Mormon crickets and grasshoppers are hatching, and the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food is readying to take control of the pest population.

In Elko, Nevada, a massive invasion of Mormon crickets is causing significant disruptions. The cannibalistic insects, known for their reddish hue, have swarmed the town, covering roads, homes, and ...

MILLARD COUNTY, Utah — They're back! Pesky Mormon crickets have recently been spotted on and near the freeway that runs through the small town of Fillmore in central Utah. Farmers whose fields are ...

RENO, Nev. - Mormon crickets are hatching by the millions across northern Nevada, promising another summer of infestations that threaten crops, gardens and even motorists.