2020 Road to Zero Fatalities campaign asks people to ‘Be Better Drivers’
UDOT and UHP are asking all of us to "be better drivers." Even with 50% fewer cars on the roads the last two months, we've seen more DUIs and fatalities.6 years ago
Memorial Day travelers will have 5 scenic routes to choose from
Those who usually travel Mirror Lake or Guardsman Pass over Memorial Day weekend will have to wait a while longer -- but other scenic routes are open.6 years ago
Don’t be fooled by COVID-19 contact tracing scammers
Scammers are now posing as the Health Department to get your information -- by tricking you with a message about COVID-19 contact tracing.6 years ago
Utah’s 100 deadliest days is starting early
Utah's 100 Deadliest Days on its public roads is officially set from Memorial Day to Labor Day. But, the Beehive state is already on a bad path.6 years ago
Grand County making deep budget cuts due to lack of tourism
Due to the lack of tourism and the global pandemic, Grand County plans to make budget cuts to compensate for lost revenue.6 years ago
Rural Utahns hit hardest by unemployment
Overall, Utah is doing much better than the rest of the United States when it comes to unemployment. But, some of the rural areas of the state are struggling with unemployment more than others.6 years ago
Utah rental assistance program launches for those who can’t pay their rent
A new rental assistance program in Utah plans to help residents not covered by unemployment pay rent. Tenants who cannot pay their rent can call 2-1-1 to get information on how and where to apply.6 years ago
Men and women are doing much more housework, but who’s doing the most?
Both men and women are ramping up their housework participation during the pandemic. But it looks like women are still doing more of that work.6 years ago
UDOT will not re-open several popular seasonal roads, for now
UDOT has decided not to open a handful of roads in Utah due to heavy snowfall and budgetary concerns.6 years ago
2020 Census workers are taking to the streets, again
Workers dressed in government provided protective equipment will leave an envelope on the door steps of nearly 90,000 Utahns.6 years ago
WVC animal shelter is nearly empty as pet adoptions skyrocket
The West Valley Animal shelter has 16 cats looking for a new home, which is down from their average of 100 during this time of year.6 years ago
Utah-based company selling alleged cure for coronavirus is stopped
A YouTube video making its rounds on social media claimed it had the cure for the new coronavirus, before federal judges issued to shut down the site.6 years ago
Salt Lake’s diverse economy makes it the least vulnerable city in the U.S.
Salt Lake City is the least vulnerable city in the United States thanks to its diverse economy.6 years ago
Pediatricians urging Utahns to keep up on their childrens’ vaccines
Worries over the coronavirus are keeping people away from emergency rooms across the country. Now, pediatricians are weighing in.6 years ago
Some face masks are better than others; why health care workers CAN’T use them
Not all face masks are created equal. That's especially true for the DIY masks, with some fabrics blocking more particles than others.6 years ago
Home prices continue to increase as number of sales crash
The National Association of Realtors said while homes sales dropped in March, home prices still increased because there are more buyers than sellers.6 years ago
A proposed bill could keep businesses from being sued over coronavirus
Much like the flu or cold virus, it would be very difficult to prove in a court of law just where someone picked up their illness.6 years ago
Weekend construction could lead to detours
Because of construction, drivers will be diverted from State Street onto Main Street under I-15, and then connect back to State Street a couple blocks away.6 years ago
Changes to reduce wait times are afoot at DMV
You can now register your vehicle through the DMV online, by phone or via mail. Several changes are now in place to help reduce the wait times.6 years ago
The self-employed are now eligible for unemployment insurance
Not every self-employed person will qualify for unemployment insurance, but benefits for those who do will be based on income from 2019.6 years ago
Coronavirus enters Salt Lake County jails
Four jail officers and a civilian employee in the Oxbow location, plus two more civilian employees in the Metro jail, test positive for coronavirus.6 years ago
Hundreds of people turned away from Utah state parks
People stuck at home during the coronavirus pandemic are looking for ways to break up their routines. For many in Utah, that means going outside and visiting our state parks.6 years ago
Should we be worried about our pets and coronavirus?
After learning a tiger at the Bronx Zoo tested positive for COVID-19, some humans are wondering: is there a connection between pets and coronavirus?6 years ago
