Don Brinkerhoff

Reporter/Producer

Don Brinkerhoff

Don Brinkerhoff is a reporter and producer for KSL NewsRadio. You can reach him at dbrinkerhoff@ksl.com.

What to do if you encounter coyotes or other wildlife in Utah

Seeing coyotes in Utah isn't uncommon. Wildlife officials in the state have resources available to anyone wanting to hit the trails.
2 years ago

After recent drownings in Utah parks, official shares safety reminders

Several drownings in Utah have one Utah State Parks official sharing reminders about wearing a lifejacket and being mindful of weather.
2 years ago

Utah-built booster rockets help launch Atlas V payload into deep space

Five Utah-built rocket boosters helped lift an Atlas V rocket and payload into deep space.
2 years ago

Invasive Zebra Mussel larvae found in the Colorado River

Officials have found two microscopic zebra mussel larvae in the Colorado River. They are warning neighboring states.
2 years ago

Will Utah’s Olympic venues help secure the 2034 games?

The Salt Lake City-Utah Committee for the games will make its final pitch for 2034, they hope Utah's Olympic venues will be a big selling point.
2 years ago

Call for 2034 Winter Olympic Games volunteers has begun

The non-profit organization, The Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation is recruiting volunteers for the 2034 Winter Olympic Games. Some other organizations have started to do the same.
2 years ago

Are UTA Olympic preparations enough to win the 2034 bid?

UTA Olympic preparations are underway to win the bid for the 2034 Winter Olympics, but are we ready?
2 years ago

Farmer’s markets play a necessary role in Utah

41 farmer's markets across Utah are helping small business owners boost their revenue, according to the Utah Farmer's Market Network.
2 years ago

Owners of non-motorized watercraft in Utah required to train on quagga mussel prevention

Before you launch your boat in Utah this summer, a new law requires you to take an online training course about the prevention of quagga mussels.
2 years ago

Researchers find evidence of possible alien megastructures

One Utah scientist weighs in on study about possible evidence of alien megastructures. He thinks there may be a simpler answer.
2 years ago

Nonprofit working to build trust in Utah elections

Trust Utah Elections, a new nonprofit, is working to help Utahns have confidence in the state's election process.
2 years ago

First triple-digit degree day hits Utah today, is June too early?

Utah reaches first triple digit degree day of the year. Historically we don’t usually get triple digit temperatures this early along the Wasatch Front, but we have for the last few years.
2 years ago

Utah cities are clearing the way for backyard homes

Several cities along the Wasatch Front are reportedly loosening their restrictions on so-called backyard homes.
2 years ago

Davis County high school students are hacking the hackers behind phishing schemes

A group of high school juniors in Davis County are hacking the hackers to protect phishing victims using a program called VEGA.
2 years ago

U. researchers ask: Is it worth mining rare-earth minerals in eastern Utah and western Colorado?

University of Utah researchers are asking for grant money to see if there are enough rare-earth minerals in Utah and Colorado worth extracting.
2 years ago

Why there’s financial hope for Gen Z

We're living in financial stressful times, Gen Z has reason to be hopeful about their financial future.
2 years ago

Two Utah police departments honored with NASRO awards

The St. George and Orem police departments are being honored by NASRO for their school-based law enforcement.
2 years ago

Rare earth minerals found in Utah, Colorado, are critical for cleaner energy sources

Rare earth minerals have been found in Utah and Colorado mines according to University of Utah researchers.
2 years ago

Utah oncologist talks cancer prevention ahead of Memorial Day

Huntsman Center Oncologist, Dr. Theresa Werner talks about the importance of cancer prevention during skin cancer awareness month.
2 years ago

Local professors create ‘Disagree Better’ toolkit for parents

Professors created "Disagree Better" toolkit which includes free online courses to help parents teach kids ways to handle disagreements.
2 years ago

UTA summer youth pass now on sale

Utah kids can get around this summer with the UTA summer youth pass called Rider's License which are available through August.
2 years ago

Campaign signs are not allowed along roads and on bridges, UDOT says

According to UDOT, inappropriately placed campaign signs can lead to safety hazards for those who post them, remove them, or drive past them.
2 years ago

SLC one of the top U.S. cities for basketball fans

A new report from WalletHub ranks Utah as a top city for basketball fans. Some local Jazz enthusiasts discuss why they are fans.
2 years ago

Utah Naloxone provides reminders about the dangers of fentanyl

Utah Naloxone shared reminders about the dangers of opioids and the life-saving power of naloxone on Fentanyl Awareness Day.
2 years ago