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

Elaine Hatch, wife of Sen. Orrin Hatch, dies surrounded by family

The Hatch Foundation announced Saturday night that Elaine Hatch, described as "the steady foundation, the quiet strength behind Senator (Orrin) Hatch's decades of public service," has died. She was 91.
1 year ago

One in custody, one in hospital after reported assault in Salt Lake City

Police detained a person of interest in an assault that took place in the area of 450 North and Redwood Road Saturday afternoon.
1 year ago

1 in critical condition after I-15 rollover accident near Cedar City

Two people were injured, one critically, after a rollover accident on Interstate 15 south of Cedar City early Saturday morning.
1 year ago

Rollover kills 1 in San Juan County in second fatal crash there in 1 day

One person is dead after a rollover crash in San Juan County on Thursday. It was the second fatal accident in the county that day.
1 year ago

Lehi High School put in lockdown after gun spotted in student’s car

Lehi High School was on lockdown just after noon Thursday after a parking attendant spotted a handgun in a student’s car. Police were able to find the gun and the car, but not the student.
1 year ago

2-year-old hit by slow-moving car left in serious condition

A 2-year-old boy was reported to be in serious condition on Saturday after being struck by a slow-moving car in Salt Lake City.
1 year ago

Teen dies in hospital after going missing in Weber River

A boy was flown to the hospital after being swept away in the Weber River Saturday afternoon.
1 year ago

2 seriously injured after motorcycle hits car on Redwood Road

Two people were seriously injured when their motorcycle hit another vehicle on Redwood Road in Saratoga Springs Saturday. An official said neither was wearing a helmet.
1 year ago

Hiker rescued after falling on Mt. Superior near Alta

Search and rescue was called after a hiker reportedly fell on Mt. Superior in Little Cottonwood Canyon Friday morning.
1 year ago

Motorcyclist killed in high-speed crash on State Street

A motorcyclist is dead after crashing at high speed on State Street late Wednesday night, police said.
1 year ago

2 dead after boat reportedly sinks on Grantsville Reservoir

Search and rescue crews were searching for victims after a boat reportedly sank on Grantsville Reservoir Friday.
1 year ago

UTA worker loses leg in Murray hit-and-run, suspected driver in cusody

The man suspected of hitting two UTA rail workers and fleeing the scene in Murray on Thursday is in custody, police documents say.
1 year ago

Authorities conducting criminal investigation after Millcreek housefire

A home is considered a "total loss" after a one-alarm fire in Millcreek Thursday morning. Now, authorities are conducting a criminal investigation.
1 year ago

UTA worker fatally injured, one seriously injured in hit-and-run in Murray

Two Utah Transit Authority rail maintenance workers were injured early Thursday morning when a motor vehicle hit them as they exited their rail car.
1 year ago

Man flown to hospital with critical injuries after house fire near Zion National Park

A man was flown to a burn unit in Las Vegas after receiving "critical burn and blast injuries" in a house fire in Rockville, Washington County on Saturday.
1 year ago

Second documented gang member arrested in West Jordan murder investigation, police say

A man who police described as the "shot caller for the 600-block street gang" was arrested Friday in connection with the murder of Hugo Lucero in West Jordan in March.
1 year ago

‘Visionary’ Ronald Wopsock, longtime Ute leader, dies at 72

Longtime Ute leader Ronald Wopsock dies at the age of 72 among family while at home on Tuesday.
1 year ago

‘Substantial’ gas leak in Clearfield causes emergency response

A natural gas leak on Antelope Dr. in Clearfield has crews on scene working to fix the leak.
1 year ago

Three injured, one critically, in 700 East rollover crash

Three people were injured after a rollover accident occurred in an intersection on Friday morning.
1 year ago

Suspected robber fatally shot, officer injured in Ogden police shooting

A foot pursuit with an aggravated robbery suspect on Friday ended with an officer sent to the hospital and a known gang member dead.
1 year ago

Utah Honor Flight brings ‘virtual flight’ experience to veterans in Payson

Utah Honor Flight hosted a special "virtual flight" for those who are no longer able to make the trip.
1 year ago

16-year-old killed in Midvale car accident, passenger in critical condition

A 16-year-old was killed in a car accident in the area of 7200 South 800 East on Saturday. A passenger was also left in critical condition.
1 year ago

Kaysville Fire Department adds ‘Last Quantum’ to its arsenal

The Kaysville Fire Department is set to receive a new heavy rescue engine. But there’s something about this engine that sets it apart from any other truck in Utah.
1 year ago

Salt Lake City one of four cities to test new Chick-fil-A sweets

SALT LAKE CITY — Some Utahns are getting access to experimental Chick-fil-A sweets before most of the country can get their hands on them. The popular fast-food chain announced that Salt Lake City would join San Diego, Chicago and Tampa in being test markets for two new products: The Icedream Spin and Icedream Float. The […]
1 year ago