Mark Jones

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Website: https://www.kslnewsradio.com

Mark Jones is a former digital content producer for KSL NewsRadio. He moved to KSL TV in 2023. You can reach him at majones@ksl.com.

Should cellphones be banned from the classroom?

Should cellphones be banned in schools? The United Nations, citing a recent report, is calling on schools around the world to ban phones. Ben Horsley of the Granite School District weighs in.
8 months ago

State Rep. Quinn Kotter to step down in September

Utah Rep. Quinn Kotter, R-West Valley City, announced Wednesday that he will be resigning from the Utah legislature, effective Sept. 9.
8 months ago

Family of six, safe, call off search and rescue assistance

Utah County Search and Rescue team is attempting to rescue a family of six, who are stuck up Diamond Fork Canyon as a result of flash flooding.
8 months ago

Vineyard City announces change in speed limit for portion of city

On 400 North and 600 North in Vineyard, the speed limit will be reduced from 35 mph to 25 mph. According to city officials, the changes will go into effect as soon as signs can be installed.
8 months ago

Finding common ground on education in Utah

The Utah State Superintendent of Public Instruction discusses why Utahns must find common ground on education.
8 months ago

Expert says travel to Maui should be postponed

Due to devastating wildfires, tourists are being urged by Hawaii officials as well as travel experts to avoid traveling to Maui.
8 months ago

Church member named to Supreme Court in South Korea

Youngjoon Kwon, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has been confirmed as a Justice on the South Korea Supreme Court.
8 months ago

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints evacuated during Hawaii wildfires

A leader for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says all missionaries are accounted for, but that 500 church members have evacuated because wildfires in on Maui, Hawaii.
8 months ago

How does the FBI assess security risks? A former agent weighs in

A former FBI agent speaks with KSL NewsRadio about how the FBI assesses security risks.
8 months ago

Woman arrested on sodomy charge from 30 years ago, connected to David Hamblin case

A 70-year-old woman has been arrested on a single sodomy charge from 30 years ago, according to the Utah County Sheriff's Office.
8 months ago

President Biden to arrive in Utah on Wednesday afternoon

On Wednesday, President Biden will arrive in Utah for the first time since 2016.
8 months ago

Former Attorney General Bill Barr would testify against President Trump

Former U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr says he will testify against President Trump following his latest indictment. The comment came Sunday in an interview with CBS News.
9 months ago

U.S. military considering armed personnel on commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military is considering using armed military personnel on commercial ships out of the Strait of Hormuz. The military is considering this because of constant harassment of vessels by the Iranian military.
9 months ago

Changing the country’s education policy to produce better results

The country's education policy is one of the most important. What can be done to change it to produce better results?
9 months ago

Another round of severe weather rolled through Salt Lake County Thursday night

Another round of severe weather moved through portions of Salt Lake County Thursday night. A severe thunderstorm warning was ineffect until 9:45 p.m. for West Jordan, Sandy and Millcreek.
9 months ago

Ron DeSantis, Gavin Newsom agree to 90-minute debate in November

In a possible 2028 presidential race, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and California Gov. Gavin Newsom have agreed to a 90-minute debate.
9 months ago

Getting the lowdown on the latest indictment of former President Trump

Sarah Isgur, a senior editor for The Dispatch, joined KSL NewsRadio to discuss the latest indictment of former President Trump.
9 months ago

Texas man found dead inside Arches National Park

A 66-year-old man from Austin, Texas was found dead inside Arches National Park on Tuesday.
9 months ago

Missionary passes away over the weekend in the Philippines

A missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints died over the weekend while serving in the Philippines Olongapo Mission
9 months ago

I-80 reopens in Salt Lake City after fatal multi-vehicle crash

A multi-vehicle crash on I-80 late Tuesday night has closed the freeway in both directions. The Utah Highway Patrol says one person had died in the crash.
9 months ago

Open house dates announced for temples in Brazil and Washington

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced this week open house dates for temples in Brazil and Washington.
9 months ago

Two vehicle crash in Logan claims the life of a 37-year-old man

A 37-year-old man died Tuesday following a two-vehicle crash in Logan, according to Logan police.
9 months ago

First Republican presidential debate is approaching. Who’ll be on stage?

The first Republican presidential debate is scheduled for Aug. 23 in Wisconsin. Seven candidates have already qualified for the debate.
9 months ago

President Biden will be in Utah next week. What’s his message?

President Biden will make a stop in Utah next week. Maura Carabello, co-host of KSL at Night, joined KSL NewsRadio to discuss what his message to The Beehive State might be.
9 months ago