Host, Utah's Morning News

Amanda Dickson

Amanda Dickson is the co-host of Utah's Morning News and the host of A Woman's View on KSL NewsRadio. You can contact her at adickson@ksl.com.

What University of Utah football, career services have in common

It's hard to imagine that the University of Utah football team and its campus career services have anything in common. But there's more than meets the eye.
3 years ago

Micromanagement at work is the biggest problem

A new report from Monster surveyed over 6,000 workers and found that 73% said micromanagement is their number one "pain point" at work.
3 years ago

New RSV vaccine is a “game changer” but it’s not for everyone yet

There's a lot to know about the new RSV vaccine a Utah doctor says, most importantly who can or should take it, and when.
3 years ago

How members of the Utah PTA are like an army

The Utah PTA works with kids in classrooms across the state, and can take home what they learn to benefit their own kids.
3 years ago

What happens if former President Trump is convicted of any crime?

What happens to former President Trump if he's convicted? What is he wins reelection? Our experts answered your burning questions.
3 years ago

Jordan School District welcoming 450 new teachers

Emily Schwarzmann is one of 450 new teachers joining the Jordan School District this school year.
3 years ago

Using food as medicine for children’s health

Culinary medicine is an emerging field that trains doctors about the importance of food and how to help patients make changes in their relationship with food.
3 years ago

Solid schedules can help mental health during back-to-school

One expert says parents should set a good example when it comes to routine. That includes limiting devices before bedtime.
3 years ago

Is there still a teacher shortage in Utah?

On the teacher shortage, one official said the number of available jobs is dwindling, but there are still open positions.
3 years ago

How to make back to school shopping affordable

Back to school shopping is more expensive than ever, but there are resources available for Utah families to get what they need.
3 years ago

Keeping student-athletes safe in the heat

Student-athletes are working out in the heat as fall sports ramp up. Here's how your coaches can keep them safe and you can help.
3 years ago

Dickson: My take on the Barbie movie

Is the Barbie movie really feminist? Or would it be more feministic if Ken was a multidimensional character?
3 years ago

Here’s how the heat can affect your mental health

Heat plays a big role in mental health. There was enough a study that shows there's an 8% increase in emergency room visits when its hot.
3 years ago

The added challenges in mental health of minoritized communities

Minority mental health is something, just like mental health generally, isn't talked about enough. Here's what you need to know and how to help.
3 years ago

Prime energy drinks, caffeine and your kids

Prime Energy drinks contain half of the maximum amount of caffeine adults should consume in a day. So here's what it means for your kids.
3 years ago

Insurance companies eyeing climate change when considering risks, costs

Insurance companies aren't politicizing climate change. They're looking long and hard about how it may affect your policy.
3 years ago

From Central Park Five to city council nominee

NEW YORK CITY — His name is Yusef Salaam. He was one of the Central Park Five, now known as the Exonerated Five. Today, he is the winner of the Democratic primary for a New York City Council seat. In 1989, Salaam was arrested along with four other boys of color, for the rape and […]
3 years ago

Are your teenagers getting enough sleep?

How much do you think your teenagers sleep? Probably not enough. Research shows 7 out of 10 teens aren't getting enough. 
3 years ago

Dickson: My tribute to Doug Wright

Amanda Dickso of Utah's Morning News shares her tribute to Doug Wright after his retirement from The Movie Show.
3 years ago

Cancer vaccine doesn’t prevent cancer — it treats it

The latest hot topic in cancer research is a cancer vaccine. But is this this similar to a flu shot you get every year? Spoiler alert: Nope.
3 years ago

Is inflation, cost of living really worse than the 1980s?

Inflation and cost of living are making everyone feel the pinch. But you're not necessarily worse off than the generations before.
3 years ago

What is ‘true threat’ and how does it affect social media?

The Supreme Court defined what a true threat is, and how that might affect social media interactions from here on out.
3 years ago

New justice center in downtown Salt Lake providing legal to aid those who can’t afford a lawyer

The James B. Lee Justice Center opened in downtown Salt Lake this week. One expert says there are 80,000 unmet legal needs in Utah.
3 years ago

Trust in science is down, and one expert says it’s “putting people’s lives at risk”

Scientists care about Americans losing trust in science because doing so puts lives at risk.
3 years ago