RFK Jr. says measles outbreak shouldn’t kill healthy children, Utah doctor says that’s incorrect
As the Texas measles outbreak continues, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the disease "should not" kill healthy children. A Utah doctor disagreed.1 year ago
Park City carpool program cuts back vehicle emissions, saves commuters thousands
This year's edition of the Park City carpool program 'Ride On,' saved participants thousands in vehicle costs, while also cutting CO2 emissions1 year ago
Unified Police Department searching for missing 18-year-old
Unified Police Department is searching for 18-year-old Andrea Mathew. He was last seen April 6.1 year ago
Man found dead at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park
Kane County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue found a man dead in Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park on April 14. He had been reported overdue the day before.1 year ago
Thousands attend Sen. Bernie Sanders ‘Fighting Oligarchy’ rally in Salt Lake
Thousands gathered at the University of Utah as Sen. Bernie Sanders' 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour stopped in Utah.1 year ago
New acreage protected along Bonneville Shoreline Trail
132 acres along the Bonneville Shoreline Trail in Utah County recently gained new protections, ensuring hiking and mountain biking access.1 year ago
Enjoy Great Salt Lake scenery this spring with these recreation ideas
Recreation may not be top of mind when you think of Great Salt Lake, but there are plenty of options for those looking to explore.1 year ago
Four macaroni penguins welcomed by Loveland Living Planet Aquarium
The Loveland Living Planet Aquarium's macaroni penguins will make their public debut on April 7, 2025, cohabitating with existing gentoo penguins.1 year ago
Officials remind hunters about consequences of residence fraud when applying for big game permits
SALT LAKE CITY — Officials with the Utah Division of Natural Resources are reminding the public of fraudulent resident applications for big game permits. In a recent Instagram post, DNR Law Enforcement said they’ve noted an increase in residency fraud related to big game permits. The post defined residency fraud as a non-Utah resident using […]1 year ago
Police investigate crash in Salt Lake City’s Ballpark neighborhood
The Salt Lake City Police Department is investigating a crash in the Ballpark neighborhood that caused serious injuries.1 year ago
Wild burro deaths under investigation at southern Utah corral
The U.S. Bureau of Land Management is investigating burro deaths in southern Utah.1 year ago
Backcountry closure planned for 10 p.m. on March 31
A planned backcountry closure will happen at 10 p.m. on March 31 to allow Utah Department of Transportation teams to do avalanche mitigation.1 year ago
Research suggests avalanche activity is being altered by climate change
Scientists say the planet's warming climate could lead to greater unpredictability of avalanche activity.1 year ago
Salt Lake avalanche forecast: Low danger on March 30
In the Salt Lake forecast, UAC Forecaster Trent Meisenheimer wrote that backcountry users may come upon wind-drifted snow, new snow sluffs, wet snow, and cornices. Additionally, naturally occurring glide avalanches were noted.1 year ago
When do Utah ski resorts close for the 2025 season?
It should be noted that Utah ski resorts may change their closing dates due to weather conditions. Reference individual resort websites for updates.1 year ago
What is Spiral Jetty, and what can it tell us about Great Salt Lake?
Spiral Jetty was built on the northeastern shore of Great Salt Lake in 1970. Is it merely a spiral, or can we learn from it?1 year ago
Former Rep. Mia Love dies from brain cancer
Former congresswoman and mayor Mia Love died of brain cancer on March 23.1 year ago
Great Salt Lake Institute receives $50,000 grant for brine fly study
Westminster University's Great Salt Lake Institute received $50,000 in funding for a brine fly study. /1 year ago
Fish and Wildlife Service to take more public comments in effort to designate monarch butterfly as threatened species
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is opening a second public comment period in efforts to designate the monarch butterfly as a threatened species.1 year ago
Avalanche closes SR-210 in Little Cottonwood Canyon, interlodge orders in place
An avalanche in Little Cottonwood Canyon closed SR-210 and forced Snowbird into interlodge on March 18, 2025.1 year ago
Little Cottonwood Canyon backcountry closures, interlodge restrictions to begin at 10 p.m.
Backcountry closures and interlodge restrictions in Little Cottonwood Canyon will go into effect tonight as crews work on avalanche mitigation.1 year ago
Police to conduct extra drunk driving enforcement on St. Patrick’s Day
Law enforcement across the state will be conducting increased drunk driving patrols on St. Patrick's Day.1 year ago
Forecasters advise adaptability amid considerably dangerous avalanche conditions
As spring avalanche conditions continue, forecasters with Utah Avalanche Center are advising backcountry users to be adaptable.1 year ago
