Former Digital Content Producer

Sam Herrera

Sam Herrera is a digital content producer for KSL NewsRadio. You can reach her at sherrera@ksl.com.

Utah AG Sean Reyes reportedly could run for Senate in 2024

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes could reportedly run for Senate in 2024. According to Politico, a person familiar with Reyes’ plans said the AG would finalize a decision and announce any bid in May. This could pit Reyes against Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, in a GOP primary, should the junior senator […]
4 years ago

Fed begins inflation fight with key rate hike, more to come

The Federal Reserve launched a high-risk effort Wednesday to tame the worst inflation since the 1970s, raising its benchmark short-term interest rate and signaling potentially up to seven rate hikes this year.
4 years ago

Church announces temple operations can begin return to normal

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said each temple can begin a gradual return to normal, now that more people are vaccinated.
5 years ago

Salt Lake City School District asks for lunchroom help

The Salt Lake City School District is facing staffing shortages in lunchrooms across almost every school in the district.
5 years ago

UTA gives safety tips after FrontRunner car crash

A crash between a FrontRunner train and a car in Provo prompted UTA to remind drivers to call for help. UTA provided a safety video.
5 years ago

Wolverine captured in Utah and released back into wild

The wolverine was found in Rich County. The Division of Wildlife Resources placed a GPS collar on the animal for tracking purposes.
5 years ago

Jeff Caplan’s Minute of News: If you value your privacy, don’t use GasBuddy

People searching for lower gas prices might use an app like GasBuddy, but the app gathers users' data and not anonymously.
5 years ago

Some groups were overcounted or undercounted in the 2020 Census

Some groups were either overcounted or undercounted in the 2020 Census.
5 years ago

Jeff Caplan’s Minute of News: Inflation deflation

The new year-to-year inflation rate is approaching 8 percent. Wages and life at home might be affected by the rising rate.
5 years ago

Afghan refugee family has apartment furnished through donations

An apartment for an incoming Afghan refugee family of five was furnished today through efforts of two Ken Garff dealerships and Catholic Community Services.
5 years ago

Jeff Caplan’s Minute of News: Astronauts and cosmonauts in a tin can

Tensions from the invasion of Ukraine reached those involved in space programs, but it's hard to tell if it reached astronauts and cosmonauts.
5 years ago

Local violinist to perform Ukrainian national anthem at tonight’s Jazz game

The Ukrainian national anthem will be performed by a local violinist before tonight's Jazz game. The NBA usually only plays the U.S. or Canadian anthems.
5 years ago

Natural History Museum of Utah launches accessible tours

The Natural History Museum of Utah has audio tours in English and Spanish available visitors. The tours feature narration from scientists.
5 years ago

Jeff Caplan’s Minute of News: Gas lines remind me of the 70s

Price hikes on gas are causing longer gas lines. The long wait is reminiscent of the gas lines of the 1970s.
5 years ago

New veterinary college coming to USU

The new veterinary college will be the first four-year veterinary school in Utah.
5 years ago

Discovery Gateway partners with Macey’s to update exhibit

The Discovery Gateway will update their grocery store exhibit to display Macey's branding after partnering with the store,
5 years ago

Car window tint can now be darker after Utah lawmakers approve bill

A bill approved by both the House and Senate will lower the car window tint limit. That means Utahns can now have darker car windows.
5 years ago

Twilight Concert Series returns for 2022, lineup announced

The Twilight Concert Series will be held at Gallivan Center this summer. Season tickets are now available to purchase.
5 years ago

AAA says US drivers waste $2.1 billion on premium gasoline every year

AAA encourages drivers to only use gasoline recommended by their car's manufacturer, whether that is regular or premium gasoline.
5 years ago

Groundbreaking dates for Latter-day Saint temples announced

The Church announced the groundbreaking dates three new temples in California, Idaho, and Utah. All dates will be in June.
5 years ago

Utah Department of Commerce warns Utahns about Ukraine relief scams

The Utah Department of Commerce's Division of Consumer Protection said Utahns should do their research when donating to Ukraine Relief.
5 years ago

Shots fired around West Valley home being investigated

Police say they think the shots fired in West Valley neighborhood were from two different guns, but have not yet discovered who fired them.
5 years ago

Former Louisville officer Brett Hankison cries on the stand in trial connected to fatal Breonna Taylor raid

Throughout his testimony, Hankison repeatedly paused to regain his composure. Hankison is the only officer charged in connection with the shooting, and the charges are not for Breonna Taylor's death.
5 years ago

Russian, Belarusian athletes banned from Ironman competition

The Ironman Group will ban Russian and Belarusian athletes in response to the invasion of Ukraine. The ban includes the upcoming World Championships.
5 years ago