Kira Hoffelmeyer
Types of radio stories
Reader (RDR) Alternative names: copy, host copy, national reader (NRDR) Definition: A news script written by a reporter but read by the program host, usually during a newscast. Total run time: 15-20 seconds Example: Democrat Darlene McDonald announced she’s challenging Republican Congressman Burgess Owens for his seat in congress. McDonald is an author and activist. She founded […]2 years ago
House passes bill restricting transgender students in sports
A bill passed by the Utah House of Representatives will determine if a transgender students can play in school sports.2 years ago
Fighter wings from Hill Air Force Base being deployed to Germany
F-35s from Hill Air Force Base arrived in Germany today, as tensions continue to froth along the Russia and Ukraine border.2 years ago
Resolution limiting journalists access passes Utah Senate
Republicans in the Utah State Senate pushed through a rule to change how journalists can get access to Senators inside the Utah State Capitol.2 years ago
School voucher bill moves to House for full vote
A bill that would give Utah families money allowing them to pay for private school education will now be considered in the Utah House of Representatives.2 years ago
UPDATE: 14-year-old who died after ski accident at Alta is identified
A 14-year-old boy has died after an accident at Alta Ski Resort.2 years ago
Utah Senate passes a tax cut for Utahns, Gov. Cox says he will sign it
The Utah Senate just unanimously passed a bill, giving Utahns a big tax cut. People in the state could see $193 million back in taxes.2 years ago
Emergency roadwork slowing down I-15 in Centerville
CENTERVILLE, Utah — The Utah Department of Transportation is working to fix some damage on northbound I-15 in Centerville this afternoon. The left lanes are currently blocked, with heavy delays that are stacking and only expected to get worse as it gets later in the day. “We were actually doing some work on the West […]2 years ago
One dead after bus and car crash on Mountain View Corridor
SOUTH JORDAN, Utah — A woman is dead after her car crashed into a school bus in South Jordan this afternoon. This happened on the southbound Mountain View Corridor at 11400 S./Lake Ave. “A white Honda CR-V traveling eastbound on Lake Avenue ran the red light at the intersection,” said South Jordan Police Lt. Matt […]2 years ago
Bill that would allow parents to sue teachers over curriculum substituted during general session
The part of a bill that would have included the ability for parents to sue teachers if they didn't like what was on the lesson plan is being substituted on Utah's Capitol hill.2 years ago
Death penalty repeal faces tight battle in House
A bill focused on a death penalty repeal will get a hearing on Utah's House of Representatives.2 years ago
Intermountain Healthcare doctor dies in ski accident
Dr. Andrew Gagnon was pronounced dead when rescuers found him. Gagnon was a transplant surgeon at Intermountain Healthcare.2 years ago
Utah doctors report omicron variant impacting mental health
Two doctors say the omicron variant is increasing mental health cases2 years ago
42 teaching positions eliminated in SLC from decline in student enrollment
The board eliminated 42 teaching positions because of dropping enrollment numbers2 years ago
University of Utah fraternities and sororities suspended after second sexual assault report
SALT LAKE CITY — The University of Utah is suspending all fraternity and sorority life social activity after a second sexual assault report. The suspension is for two weeks and is only limited to social activities. Philanthropic and chapter business can continue. In a statement, the school says it was investigating an earlier report of a […]2 years ago
It’s not great to be a renter in Utah, but it’s not the worst place you could rent
Utah's rents are rising, but not as much as other metro areas. The Executive Director of Utah Apartment Association says the state is building up its stock of rental units, which will help bring rental costs down.2 years ago
Gov. Cox giving state employees time off to substitute in Utah schools
And while Utah's largest teachers union is grateful for the help, they say underlying issues must also be addressed.2 years ago
FBI says Brian Laundrie took responsibility for Gabby Petito’s murder
The FBI says it's close to closing the murder investigation of Gabby Petito after her fiancé claimed responsibility for her death before he died.2 years ago
BREAKING: Gun in shooting outside Hunter High purchased in Utah in 2013
We are now learning where the gun in that shooting outside Hunter High School last week came from, and that all students involved attended Hunter.2 years ago
UPDATED: Utah House overturns Salt Lake, Summit county mask mandates
The Utah House of Representatives has voted to overturn public mask mandates in Salt Lake and Summit counties.2 years ago
Utah leaders say “don’t test, stay home” if you have COVID-like symptoms
The "don't test stay home" request from Utah leaders comes as COVID-19 cases overwhelm schools and other testing centers.2 years ago
Plane crashes into building in Spanish Fork
SPANISH FORK, Utah — A small plane has crashed on top of a building in Spanish Fork this afternoon. KSL TV’s Chopper 5 has captured images of a small plane in several pieces on top of a building near 1600 North between 100 and 300 East. We don’t know if there are injuries. This is […]2 years ago
Piles of tumbleweed are plaguing a South Jordan neighborhood
There are so many tumbleweeds, South Jordan has provided dumpsters to residents to prevent them from being trapped in their homes.2 years ago
