Former Digital Content Producer

Colby Walker

Colby Walker is a former digital content producer with KSL NewsRadio.

Night flying exercises to begin at Hill Air Force Base

Those living around Hill Air Force Base should expect to hear more air traffic in the night skies this week. The Air Force says the local fighter wings will be conducting late-night combat exercises
6 years ago

Navajo Nation reports 15 new COVID-19 cases, but no deaths

Navajo Nation health officials have reported 15 new confirmed cases of coronavirus, but no deaths for the third time in six days.
6 years ago

Florida city repeals 13-year ban on saggy pants

After 13 years, a South Florida city has overturned a ban on “saggy pants” — bottoms that reveal the wearer’s underwear.
6 years ago

Q&A: What does a deal between TikTok and Oracle mean?

TikTok’s parent company ByteDance has chosen Oracle over Microsoft as a new American technology partner to help keep the popular video-sharing app operating in the U.S.
6 years ago

TikTok owner picks Oracle over Microsoft as US tech partner

A person familiar with the deal says TikTok's owner has chosen Oracle over Microsoft as the tech partner that could help keep the popular video-sharing app running in the U.S.
6 years ago

Amazon to add 1,500 full/part time jobs in Utah

Amazon says they will add 1,500 jobs in Utah as part of a nationwide hiring spree. The positions include packing customer orders, shipping and logistics.
6 years ago

Navajo Nation reports 18 new COVID-19 cases, 3 more deaths

Navajo Nation health officials on Thursday reported 18 new confirmed cases of coronavirus and three additional deaths.
6 years ago

Media access to wildfires, disasters varies widely by state

Journalists have captured searing, intimate images of active and dangerous wildfires burning California, due in large part to a state law that guarantees press virtually unfettered access to disaster sites. That’s not the case everywhere as rules about media access vary by state, and even by government agency.
6 years ago

US remembers 9/11 as pandemic changes tribute traditions

Americans are commemorating 9/11 with tributes that have been altered by coronavirus precautions and woven into the presidential campaign, drawing President Donald Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden to pay respects at the same memorial without crossing paths.
6 years ago

Lori Vallow Daybell pleads ‘not guilty’ in Idaho court

Lori Vallow Daybell pleaded not guilty to two felony charges relating to the death and disappearance of her two children in an Idaho court Thursday.
6 years ago

US layoffs remain elevated as 884,000 seek jobless aid

The number of Americans applying for jobless aid was unchanged last week at 884,000, a sign that layoffs are stuck at a historically high level six months after the viral pandemic flattened the economy.
6 years ago

Sept. 10 Utah School Closures

A number of schools in Utah will remain closed on Thursday due to a lack of power. Davis School District Centerville Elementary  Centerville Junior High Granite School District Wasatch Junior Eastwood Elementary Crestview Elementary Upland Terrace Elementary Cottonwood Elementary Rosecrest Elementary  Twin Peaks Elementary Connections High Ogden School District Highland Junior High Mount Ogden Junior […]
6 years ago

WATCH: Massive smoke clouds from wildfires darken West Coast sky

Hazy clouds of smoke from dozens of wildfires have darkened the sky to an eerie orange glow over much of the West Coast.
6 years ago

Green waste debris drop off locations across northern Utah

As communities continue the cleanup after a massive windstorm knocked out power and toppled trees on Tuesday, we've compiled a list of green waste drop off locations across northern Utah.
6 years ago

Lights Out: Power still out to over 100,000 Utah customers

The power is out for more than 100,000 homes and businesses in Utah today after an arctic storm whipped across Utah on Tuesday.
6 years ago

Second day of Utah school closures after wind storm

Power outages and debris have led four school districts across northern Utah to issue another day of closures after a massive wind storm hit the state.
6 years ago

AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine study paused after one illness

Late-stage studies of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine candidate are on temporary hold while the company investigates whether a recipient’s “potentially unexplained” illness is a side effect of the shot.
6 years ago

Norwegian lawmaker nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

A Norwegian lawmaker said Wednesday that he has nominated U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in the Middle East.
6 years ago

Hurricane-force winds in Utah close schools, knock power out

A large arctic storm system has brought cold temperatures and hurricane-force winds to Utah that has knocked out power, flipped semis and canceled school across northern Utah.
6 years ago

As California burns, the winds arrive and the lights go out

California's largest utility shut off power to 172,000 customers to guard against its power lines and other equipment sparking wildfires.
6 years ago

SLC/Davis/Ogden Schools canceled, Cache District on two hour delay

SALT LAKE CITY– High wind gusts and power outages have canceled classes for students across the Wasatch Front. The Davis and Ogden and Weber School Districts announced on Tuesday that they have canceled classes and the Cache County School District is starting on a two-hour delay. Currently, the Salt Lake City, Davis, Weber and Ogden […]
6 years ago

What should I look for in a hand sanitizer?

When picking a hand sanitizer, opt for one that contains mostly alcohol and has few other ingredients. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says hand sanitizers should be at least 60% alcohol.
6 years ago

Granite School District to publish COVID-19 case counts for all schools

The Granite School District will begin to publish the current case counts of positive COVID-19 cases at each of its 86 schools.
6 years ago

Australian woman arrested for inciting anti-lockdown protests

An Australian woman has been arrested and charged with incitement after promoting an anti-lockdown protest, sparking criticism.
6 years ago