Dan Bammes
Utah gasoline prices 5th highest in US
Utah gasoline prices are fifth highest in country.3 years ago
13-year-old killed in go-kart accident in Mapleton
Mapleton police have identified the 13-year-old who died in a go-kart crash as Bridger Robison.3 years ago
Low lake levels threaten the food chain in the Great Salt Lake
The ecosystem of the Great Salt Lake depends on structures called microbialites.3 years ago
Low turnout in off-year elections could open cities to new problems
Low voter turnout presents an opportunity for well-organized groups to have a better impact according to an expert.3 years ago
Median home sale price in Utah reaches $450K
The median sale price of a home in Utah is up to $450,000, the Utah Association of Realtors reported for the month of June.3 years ago
Firefighting resources ready to roll from Utah
Firefighting resources -- aircraft, fire trucks and trained crews -- are ready to go in Utah this summer, no matter what fire season brings.3 years ago
Utah close to July 4th vaccine goal, Cox says
The goal of 70% of Utah residents receiving at least one dose of the vaccine by July 4 is within reach, with an estimated 69% vaccinated.3 years ago
Utah Rivers Council wants an investigation of water district
The Utah Rivers Council is asking for an investigation of an assistant general manager of the Central Utah Water Conservancy District.3 years ago
Great Salt Lake inches away from a record low
Water levels of the Great Salt Lake are rapidly inching toward a record low.3 years ago
Vivint Arena back to full capacity, with pricey Jazz tickets
Tickets for Tuesday night's Utah Jazz playoff game with the LA Clippers start at $65 for standing room only at the very top of the upper bowl.3 years ago
Sunshine, heat and cars are the recipe for ozone pollution
Hot weather and sunshine on the Wasatch Front have the Utah Division of Air Quality forecasting higher levels of ozone pollution.3 years ago
Pride Story Garden opens at City-County Building
Utah Pride Center opened the Pride Story Garden for those who'd like to hear the stories of Utah's LGBTQ+ communities.3 years ago
New air pollution law in Utah will keep many state employees home
Thousands of Utah state employees will be working from home on Thursday, due to the air pollution and a new state law requiring teleworking.3 years ago
Interactive map shows where fireworks are off-limits in Utah
A new interactive map shows residents of Salt Lake County where fireworks will and will not be allowed this year in order to prevent wildfires.3 years ago
Pandemic disruption behind widespread shortages
As Americans emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, widespread shortages of products ranging from lumber to computer chips to chicken wings are hitting businesses.3 years ago
Drought, pandemic affect Utah farmers and hay exports
Hay is a big export from farmers here in Utah, and with the drought we're currently experiencing, that product is becoming less available and more expensive.3 years ago
SLC opens 3 new launch ramps for non-motorized on the Jordan River
Three new launch ramps for non-motorized boats along the Jordan River in Salt Lake City were opened by the mayor on Friday.3 years ago
Salt Lake City moves water restrictions up a notch
SLC's Department of Public Utilities has gone to Stage Two of its water shortage response. Director Laura Briefer says this means mandatory water restrictions for some.3 years ago
National parks expecting lots of traffic this Memorial Day
Traffic had been steadily increasing in Utah's five national parks prior to COVID-19, and big crowds are expected this Memorial Day weekend as the pandemic wanes.3 years ago
Utah opens seasonal highways in time for Memorial Day weekend
Guardsman Pass, the road through the Monte Cristo Mountains and other seasonal highways will be open just in time for Utah recreators this weekend.3 years ago
Low water means increased fishing limits at 10 Utah fisheries
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is increasing daily fishing limits at ten fisheries in Utah over concerns of low water levels this summer.3 years ago
Groundbreaking is set for mental health crisis care center in SLC
The Huntsman Mental Health Institute will break ground Wednesday at noon for its new $34 million crisis care center in South SLC.3 years ago
Skin cell DNA gives authorities a new way to prosecute sexual assault
Dr. Julie Valentine, a nursing professor at Brigham Young University, has been working to develop techniques for Skin DNA identification3 years ago
