Reporter

Heather Kelly

About

Heather Kelly brings a diverse career background to her work as a News and Traffic Reporter for KSL NewsRadio. With previous experience in both aviation and veterinary medicine—including as a hospital director—Heather ultimately found her passion in broadcasting.

She loves learning something new with every interview, whether it’s for a breaking news story or her award-winning podcast, Money Making Sense. Heather’s long-term goal is to host her own talk show, where her enthusiasm for discovery and storytelling can continue to shine.

Expertise

  • Science and Entertainment News
  • Traffic Reporting
  • Podcast Interviews
  • Personal Finance Journalism

Experience

Traffic Reporter

  • 20 years of traffic reporting experience across major radio platforms

Podcast Host, Money Making Sense

  • 8 years of podcasting focused on personal finance topics

Education

Bachelor of Science in Aviation
Minor in Theatre Arts

Certifications

Achievements & Awards

  • 3-time Edward R. Murrow Award winner
  • 5-time finalist, People’s Choice Podcast Awards
  • Money Making Sense ranked 27th Best Personal Finance Podcast globally

Social Media Profiles

Nearly a third of unvaccinated workers say they might lie to keep their jobs

PROVO — A new survey from Qualtrics finds 28% of unvaccinated workers are considering lying or forging documents in order to keep their jobs. “What that suggests is organizations are going to have to start verifying documentation people are providing is actually legitimate evidence of vaccination status,” said Sydney Heimbrock, chief industry advisor for government […]
5 years ago

The Utah Jazz honor 10-year-old by donating $50,000

Utah Jazz honor 10-year-old Izzy Tichenor with a moment of silence before their game. The team also donated $50,000 to her family's campaign in her honor.
5 years ago

Diversify sources, increase pay to address Utah supply chain problems

Economists addressing the Utah supply chain issue also suggested that exporters and importers pool their bargaining power.
5 years ago

Two men charged with 17 counts of burglary in 6 different Sandy schools

Police documents accuse the men of taking megaphones, personal items like nameplates, large stuffed animals, and even someone's lunch out of a refrigerator.
5 years ago

Plenty of challengers for Mike Lee in Senate race, but little competition

A new poll found If the GOP Primary election were held today, 53% of voters would choose Senator Mike Lee over any of his challengers.
5 years ago

Catalytic converter theft on the rise in Utah

Catalytic converter theft is on the rise in Utah. Be sure to follow safety precautions to protect yourself from theft.
5 years ago

Halloween dangers for pets

Halloween dangers for pets can threaten our furry friends this time of year. These safety tips will help keep your cats and dogs happy and healthy.
5 years ago

Half of Utahns can’t afford to buy a home

The average cost of a single-family home rose $120,000 in 2021, according to Which is a 28% increase in the medain price from the third quarter of 2020
5 years ago

Salt Lake murder suspect turns himself in to police

Police say the suspect in a Salt Lake City murder turned themselves in yesterday.
5 years ago

A charged phone and warm clothing helped save a man in need of rescue

He was suffering from a heart attack, but Utah County Search and Rescue said he was prepared with warm clothing and a fully charged phone.
5 years ago

Wind, rain and snow will cause problems for Utahns

A big storm is heading our way.  It's already dumped 7-10 inches of rain in parts of California, and all the rain and wind is moving to Utah.
5 years ago

Sen. Lee wants safeguard against military discharge for refusing vaccine

The bill from Sen. Mike Lee does not address any other vaccine that members of the military must take, which vary in number depending on where they serve.
5 years ago

UHP is reminding everyone to clear off your ENTIRE windshield

A car coming the opposite direction cross the line and almost hit the UHP vehicle, swerving out of the way at the last second.
5 years ago

First winter storm drops more than 11 inches of snow on Logan

Logan received 11 1/2 inches of snow, causing downed trees and power lines.
5 years ago

Will the I-215 East Belt close again due to flooding?

UDOT said the drainage system on areas of I-215 affected by flooding are the department's highest priority right now.
5 years ago

Is your vehicle ready for winter? UDOT has tips to assure the answer is yes

Among the most important UDOT tips are checking the tread on your tires, topping off wiper fluid, and changing old wipers if needed.
5 years ago

A snow advisory in effect for portions of Utah

A possibility of snow at higher elevations with lows in the mid-30s in the valley.
5 years ago

Home buyers in rural Utah are also feeling the pinch

Housing prices everywhere are seeing unprecedented increases over the last year.  As more people leave big cities in droves, they are driving up the home market in rural Utah.  
5 years ago

Expect Trax delays to airport and U of U

As the UTA works on a new Trax station at the airport and replacing rail at the University of Utah, travelers should expect delays of about 30 minutes
5 years ago

A three year long test could help drivers see lane striping better

Currently, UDOT must re-stripe lanes nearly every year. The test will examine 100 different lane striping materials over a three mile stretch.
5 years ago

Mayor asks Salt Lake City Council to put new homeless shelters on hold

There is no distinction between temporary and permanent homeless shelters in land use processes in Salt Lake City.  That's why Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall wants a six month moratorium on applications for new permanent homeless shelters.
5 years ago

Utahns may need an attitude adjustment, Utah ranks among most rude in US

A set of new surveys put Utah in the top 10 rudest states in the country.
5 years ago

Newly released body cam video shows bruises on Gabby Petito’s arm and cheek

The Moab police department released new body cam video of an officer speaking with Gabby Petito in August.
5 years ago

Ex-boyfriend arrested, accused of shooting a woman while she was driving

SOUTH JORDAN, Utah — Police now believe the man who shot a woman while she was driving, leading to a crash, was in fact the woman’s ex-boyfriend.  That man has been booked into jail.  Ex-boyfriend accused in road shooting In a probable cause statement in support of the arrest, South Jordan police alleged Mohamed Dahir […]
5 years ago