Choir for dementia patients connects families, brings back memories
SALT LAKE CITY — The power of music is connecting families and bringing back memories in Salt Lake City. A new choir is made up of dementia patients and their caregivers, who are finding joy again through music. It is led by Emily Christensen, a music therapist with Crescendo Music Therapy. “A lot of those […]8 years ago
Utah families may to pay more in taxes in 2018
The Utah Foundation says Utah lawmakers failed to address the impact of federal reforms on the state taxpayer exemption, and that means most Utah families could have a higher state tax bill.8 years ago
U., Salt Lake to become living lab for wireless, mobile testing
The future of wireless and mobile technology may be found by using Salt Lake City and the University of Utah as a huge test site, with the creation of a new "living laboratory."8 years ago
Parent groups say YouTube breaks data-collection laws on kids
20 advocacy groups filed a complaint asking the FTC to investigate YouTube for violating the Child Online Privacy Protection Act. It limits how a company can collect data about kids under 13.8 years ago
Utah Jazz clinch playoff spot
LOS ANGELES — The Utah Jazz beat the LA Lakers 112-97 Sunday night, and thereby clinched a spot in the post season for the second year in a row. Jazz players certainly had a reason to rejoice in the locker room. The playoffs seemed to be an impossible dream in January when the team fell […]8 years ago
Utah Jazz win, promote two players for big awards
SALT LAKE CITY — A big win Thursday night for the Utah Jazz means they have widened their lead for the No. 4 playoff spot in the West. The Jazz beat the L.A. Clippers 117-95, eliminating the Clippers from the Western Conference playoff race. There is a lot of excitement and energy surrounding the team […]9 years ago
UTA train, bus schedules to change as new safety system is implemented
SALT LAKE CITY — Changes are coming Sunday to nearly all UTA bus and train schedules because the FrontRunner trains are getting a new safety system. FrontRunner is getting “positive train control,” a federally mandated safety system. The system integrates computer, satellite and radio technology to automatically slow trains that are going too fast. It […]9 years ago
Cedar City police catch man wanted in crime spree at high school, neighborhood
CEDAR CITY — A Wyoming man was arrested late Wednesday after police say he shot out windows at a high school and then confronted homeowners at gunpoint. Police got a call about 9:15 p.m. from a witness who “reported hearing someone inside the school smashing and breaking things,” Cedar City Police Sgt. Jerry Womack said. The […]9 years ago
Spanish Fork man dies from injuries after BBQ fire
SPANISH FORK — A Spanish Fork man has died after his shirt caught fire while he was trying to light a grill. The 73-year-old father and grandfather was outside on Easter Sunday lighting the barbecue grill when his shirt caught fire, family members said. A granddaughter of Larry Webster told media that the family tried […]9 years ago
Woman files suit against LDS Church, former MTC president
SALT LAKE CITY — A woman who accused a former leader of the LDS Church Missionary Training Center of sexual assault has filed a lawsuit against him and the church. McKenna Denson filed the lawsuit late Wednesday and has scheduled a news conference for 11 a.m. today. The lawsuit names former Provo MTC President Joseph Bishop […]9 years ago
East High holding $5 Prom for everyone
East High School wanted to see more students be able to attend dances. So this Saturday, Prom is all-inclusive and just 5 dollars. Dozens of new and gently used donated dresses and ties hang carefully on racks in the corner of a classroom. Signs around school advertise the $5 Prom, and All-inclusive Prom. Join us […]9 years ago
SLC considers eliminating bike registration fee
It's actually illegal to ride an unlicensed bike in Salt Lake City limits — but so few bikes are being registered in the city, it's resulting in a dismal number of stolen bike recoveries and a nightmare for police. The Deseret News reports city leaders are considering a change: Elimination of the $2 registration fee and an easier, online registration process.9 years ago
SLC out for 2026 but not 2030 bid
With cities in seven countries now officially in the running for the 2026 Winter Games, backers of another Olympics for Salt Lake City are continuing to participate in the bid process in the hopes of hosting again in 2030.9 years ago
Groundbreaking at SLC refinery for cleaner fuel
Construction began Tuesday on a new project to produce cleaner gasoline in Utah, and thereby improve the air quality.9 years ago
Police: Man stole $10,000 worth of items from Southern Utah stores
ST. GEORGE — A California man is accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of stuff from Walmarts throughout Southern Utah. The St. George News reports police believe John Diedrich took as much as 10-thousand dollars worth of things like electronics in a series of shoplifting attempts in Hurricane, St. George and Washington City. Court […]9 years ago
UDOT to begin major road construction projects
Work begins this spring on several major road projects throughout Utah. KSL Newsradio’s Mary Richards reports. UDOT crews are planning over 100 road projects for this year. Here's a look at the top 10 projects in terms of impact. More information on each of these projects can be found here: https://t.co/gwweI36uUa #Utah pic.twitter.com/NCsf92zaoP — Utah […]9 years ago
Seven new temples announced for LDS Church
Just before the close of the 188th annual LDS general conference, President Russell M. Nelson announced plans to build seven new temples. These temples will be in: Salta, Argentina; Bengaluru, India; Managua Nicaragua; Cagayan de Oro, Philippines; Layton, Utah; Richmond, Virginia; and a major city yet to be determined in Russia. MormonNewsroom.org says these seven […]9 years ago
LDS congregations moving forward with big changes after General Conference
It was a significant weekend during the 188th Annual General Conference for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Now LDS wards and branches throughout the world will be adjusting to the changes announced by President Russell M. Nelson. That includes moving the men into one group called the Elders Quorum, and dropping the […]9 years ago
Protest marches planned for Saturday in Utah
Local organizers will have events on Saturday coinciding with the national “March for Our Lives” event in Washington DC. KSL Newsradio’s Mary Richards reports. Follow @kslmrichards9 years ago
Most of Utah’s congressional delegation voted no on spending bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senator Orrin Hatch was the only one of Utah’s congressional delegation to vote yes on the 1.3 trillion dollar omnibus spending bill late Thursday night. It’s because it includes his STOP School Violence Act, which was backed by the families of 13 Parkland victims. It calls for mandating more training for law […]9 years ago
Sandy middle schoolers invent app to save water
SANDY — It turns out you can save water if you are reminded to do it. A group of Sandy middle schoolers created an app to track water usage, and they say it leads to big savings. They are on a First Lego League Robotics Team called “Bionic Porcupines iii,” and they worked with Sandy […]9 years ago
Resigned Utah teacher under investigation for sexual messages with students
KAYSVILLE — A former teacher is being investigated for sending his students sexual messages over social media. Court documents say this came to light when the parents of a 14 year old girl went to Kaysville police to report that their daughter had been messaging her teacher at Kaysville Junior High on Instagram for about […]9 years ago
