Digital Writer & Producer for KSL NewsRadio & KSL TV

Jacob Freeman

About

Jacob Freeman writes and produces digital content for KSL TV and KSL NewsRadio in Salt Lake City. A Utah native, Jacob brings a deep understanding of the state’s culture, geography, and politics. He is committed to reporting the stories that matter most to Utahns.

Prior to joining KSL, Jacob worked as an investigative reporter, using government records and expert insights to uncover critical issues in Utah’s criminal justice system. His bylines have appeared in several local outlets, including the Salt Lake Tribune, Amplify Utah, Wasatch Magazine, the Utah Investigative Journalism Project, and the Daily Utah Chronicle.

Expertise

  • Crime and policing
  • Addiction and recovery
  • Outdoors and recreation

Education

  • University of Utah – Bachelor of Science in Journalism

Southwest plane blows tire, aborts takeoff at Salt Lake Airport

A Southwest plane had to abort takeoff from the Salt Lake City International Airport after blowing a tire on the runway, a spokesperson for the airport said.
1 year ago

Wayne Culley announced as new principal of West High

Wayne Culley has been the school’s interim principal since Dr. Jared Wright was placed on administrative leave in January.
1 year ago

Person hit on I-15 while helping at scene of another accident in Spanish Fork

One person is in the hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a car while checking on another car crash on I-15 in Spanish Fork.
1 year ago

2 hospitalized after being hit by car while crossing street

Two people were hit by a car while crossing the street on Thursday night.
1 year ago

Emery County Sheriff reports marijuana busts totaling nearly 50 pounds

The Emery County Sheriff’s Office reported Friday that two drug busts on Interstate 70 led to officers seizing firearms and nearly 50 pounds of marijuana.
1 year ago

Utah man sentenced for defrauding millions through bank fraud, identity theft

A Utah man was sentenced to 9 years in prison after the U.S. Attorney’s Office said he defrauded friends and family members out of $3.4 million.
1 year ago

Box Elder judge accused of child sex crimes

A sitting judge in the Box Elder County Justice Court was arrested after police said they uncovered evidence he committed child sex crimes.
1 year ago

Police respond to man barricaded in Poplar Grove home

Salt Lake City Police Department responded to a situation involving a barricaded man on Friday morning.
1 year ago

‘Digital content refresh’: Hill AFB removes posts about DEI

Hill Air Force Base complied with the federal government’s calls to remove digital content relating to diversity, equity and inclusion.
1 year ago

Motorcyclist dead after collision with truck in Ballpark neighborhood

A motorcyclist was killed in an accident with a pickup truck at 1700 S. State Street on Saturday evening.
1 year ago

Crews searching for potential downed aircraft in Uintah County

VERNAL — An aircraft sent out a distress call in Uintah County, and emergency crews are trying to figure out if an aircraft crashed in the area. Davies Sanchez with Utah Highway Patrol said a Department of Public Safety helicopter was responding to a “possible aircraft crash.” However, it was unclear exactly where the aircraft […]
1 year ago

Loud noise causes panic, stampede at Dallas cheer competition, police say

DALLAS — The Dallas Police Department said they were responding to an “incident” at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center Saturday and had to set up a family reunification center. The department confirmed that there was no active shooter at the convention center, which was hosting the National Cheerleaders Association All-Star Championship. Police said the […]
1 year ago

Student hit by car outside Kearns Jr. High dies, police say

A student was hit by a car in a crosswalk outside Kearns Jr. High School Thursday morning, Granite School District confirmed.
1 year ago

Woman arrested after crashing while at 5 times legal alcohol limit, police say

A woman was taken into custody on Thursday after crashing what police said was a stolen vehicle into a street pole while driving under the influence.
2 years ago

Dangerous avalanche conditions exist despite nice weather, Utah Avalanche Center says

A series of storms have left behind prime skiing and riding conditions in the mountains across Utah, but conditions are also indicative of considerable danger for avalanche accidents this weekend.
2 years ago

Man killed after being hit by semi while walking on I-84 near Snowville

SNOWVILLE, Box Elder County — A man was killed while walking on Interstate 84 near Snowville Thursday night, police said. The Department of Public Safety said a 48-year-old pedestrian was hit near mile marker four at approximately 7:45 p.m. while walking in the eastbound lane. The man was identified later by authorities as Matthew R. […]
2 years ago

Woman missing and endangered out of Uintah County

The sheriff’s office described Belk as 5’5″ and approximately 145-150 pounds with long brown hair, and black glasses with flowers on the ear pieces.
2 years ago

Police investigating fatal crash on I-80 near Green River, Wyoming

Police are investigating a fatal crash on westbound Interstate 80 near Green River in Wyoming.
2 years ago

I-15 closes in Pleasant View as storm wreaks havoc on Utah roads

UDOT said southbound I-15 was closed at milepost 350 at approximately 1:30 p.m., and that all southbound traffic must exit at 2700 North.
2 years ago

7 separate accidents cause delays on I-15 in Lehi

Drivers were experiencing delays Saturday evening after seven separate accidents were reported on Interstate 15 in Lehi.
2 years ago

One dead after avalanche in Big Cottonwood

The Utah Avalanche Center said on Instagram that the accident occurred on East Bowl in Silver Fork. Deputy Arlan Bennet with the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office said crews were dispatched at approximately 12:45 p.m.
2 years ago

Charges brought against 15-year-old in Santa Clara murder case

A 15-year-old has been charged for killing a family member and wounding another in a Santa Clara home on Jan. 30.
2 years ago

One dead after I-15 rollover near Point of the Mountain

BLUFFDALE — One person is dead following a rollover accident on Interstate 15 near Point of the Mountain. Lt. Cameron Roden with Utah Highway Patrol said every lane except the HOV lane was closed at mile marker 286 near 16200 South. “On Thursday, February 6, 2025, at approximately 11:56 am, a collision occurred on Northbound […]
2 years ago

Woman in critical condition after rollover crash in Spanish Fork

A woman is in critical condition after a rollover crash in Spanish Fork Saturday.
2 years ago