Former Digital Content Producer

Colby Walker

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

Treasury Secretary Mnuchin, Fed Chairman Powell to face Senate grilling on stimulus programs

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin will give their first report on the economic stimulus programs implemented by the $2.2 trillion CARES Act when they testify before the Senate Banking Committee on Tuesday.
6 years ago

Panic shopping and hoarding gave Walmart a huge boost last quarter

Americans stockpiling groceries and household essentials during the coronavirus pandemic provided Walmart with one of its best quarters in decades.
6 years ago

Krispy Kreme is giving away free donuts to graduating seniors dressed in their caps and gowns

On Tuesday, Krispy Kreme will give its "Graduate Dozen" boxes to high school or college seniors who visit any Krispy Kreme dressed in their graduation caps and gowns or "Class of 2020" shirts or gear.
6 years ago

Bundesliga coaches find their voices without crowd noise

With the stands empty, players and coaches in Germany are changing how they communicate. Coaches are aware that opposing teams can listen in on tactical changes.
6 years ago

Outbreak on edge of Navajo Nation overwhelms rural hospital

A night of revelry before bars and restaurants shut in New Mexico appears to have led to an outbreak in a detox center and homeless shelter in the city of Gallup, on the fringes of the Navajo Nation.
6 years ago

17 more Latter-day Saint temples to reopen

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will reopen 17 more temples as part of the faith's phased reopening plan.
6 years ago

Kroger announces $130 Million in ‘Thank You’ pay to employees

The grocer chain Kroger as announced that it will be paying $130 million in 'Thank You' pay to both full-time and part-time hourly employees.
6 years ago

Angel Moroni to be removed from Salt Lake Temple for renovations

The angel Moroni statue that has sat atop the capstone of the Salt Lake City Temple since 1892 will be removed on Monday morning.
6 years ago

The recovery from coronavirus could take years

Jerome Powell, the chair of the US Federal Reserve, delivered some straight talk to the American people on last night's episode of "60 Minutes."
6 years ago

An endangered pygmy hippo was born at the San Diego Zoo, the first in over 30 years

The Pygmy Hippo is an endangered species, but in April, one was born at the San Diego Zoo. It was the zoo's first successful pygmy hippo birth in more than 30 years.
6 years ago

Canadian Snowbirds operation meant to uplift spirits ends in a deadly crash

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds that flew over British Columbia -- part of a weeks-long operation aimed at uplifting Canadians' spirits and honoring those affected by coronavirus -- ended in tragedy Sunday when at least one person was killed.
6 years ago

Soccer reboot in Germany: No fans, lonely goal celebrations

Germany's soccer season has resumed after a two-month break caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
6 years ago

Obama criticizes virus response in online graduation speech

Former President Barack Obama criticized some U.S. leaders overseeing the coronavirus response as he delivered an online commencement speech for graduates of historically black colleges and universities.
6 years ago

Fred Willard, the comedic improv-style actor, has died at 86

Fred Willard, the comedic actor whose improv style kept him relevant for more than 50 years in films like “This Is Spinal Tap,” “Best In Show” and “Anchorman,” has died. He was 86.
6 years ago

Kaysville mayor, congressional candidate to hold Collin Raye concert despite serious push back

A Collin Raye concert scheduled for later this month in Kaysville is causing a lot of controversy. Critics say it’s not safe,
6 years ago

Oprah holds virtual graduation, other virtual gatherings

No one knows when concerts will return, so in the meantime, this will have to do.
6 years ago

Dear Grandma, read this before you visit the little ones

We know you're itching to see your grandkids after spending the last few weeks in isolation. But a visit with family may not be the safest idea at the moment.
6 years ago

Las Vegas airport provides PPE vending machines for passengers

If you're in Las Vegas and planning to fly, the airport could provide a very clean and sanitized getaway. On Thursday, McCarran International Airport announced on Twitter that they had installed new vending machines loaded with personal protective equipment.
6 years ago

Diners at this reopening restaurant can get social with dressed up mannequins

When a three Michelin-star restaurant in Virginia opens its doors back up from the Covid-19 pandemic, reservations will be made for mannequins.
6 years ago

Advice to seniors from seniors about graduating in the time of a national crisis

Here is guidance, senior to senior, from those who graduated in the midst of epidemics, wars and the fight for equal rights.
6 years ago

6.4-magnitude quake rattles Nevada

An earthquake with an initial magnitude of 6.4 hit Nevada on Friday morning, about 225 miles northwest of Las Vegas near the California border, the US Geological Survey says.
6 years ago

Florida officer fired for his response during Parkland shooting will get his badge back

One of the Florida sheriff's deputies who was fired for his response during the 2018 Parkland school shooting will be reinstated with back pay and retain his seniority.
6 years ago

Privacy groups: TikTok app violating children’s privacy

Privacy watchdogs say that the popular TikTok video app is violating a children’s privacy law and putting kids at risk. They filed a complaint with federal regulators saying TikTok is collecting personal information of kids under 13 without their parents’ consent, even after a $5.7 million FTC fine in 2019.
6 years ago

House to vote Friday on more virus aid, despite GOP skeptics

The Democratic-controlled House is pressing ahead with votes on another massive rescue bill that would pump almost $1 trillion to states and local governments, renew $1,200 cash payments for individuals, and extend a $600 weekly supplemental federal unemployment benefit.
6 years ago