Former Digital Content Producer

Sam Herrera

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

U of U group rallies to support Palestinians, USU students plan peaceful demonstration

A rally in support of Gaza starts at 6 at the University of Utah. Last night, 19 people were arrested after demonstrators set up an encampment.
2 years ago

U of U students set up pro-Gaza encampment

In a post about the U of U encampment, student-led organization Mecha demanded the school divest itself from Israel.
2 years ago

LISTEN: Using ChatGPT in school

A new BYU study looked at the ways students are using ChatGPT in school.
2 years ago

Delta Center to host NHL welcome party, traffic impacts expected

The NHL welcome party at the Delta Center kicks off at 4 p.m. Wednesday and is free to attend. Seats are first-come, first-serve.
2 years ago

LISTEN: Zach Wilson reportedly traded to Denver Broncos

KSL Sports producer Kyle Ireland joined Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News to discuss Zach Wilson's reported trade.
2 years ago

Salt Lake structure collapse temporarily traps 2

Salt Lake fire officials said the two people were rescued following the structure collapse but their conditions are unknown.
2 years ago

LIVE: Beehive Family Report explores the tax burden of an average Utah family

The Beehive Family Report explores the tax burden of an average family of five in Utah.
2 years ago

LISTEN: How the ski industry in Utah impacts the state

Anyone in Utah knows how big the ski industry is, but do they know what it means for the state's economy?
2 years ago

SUU lifts lockdown, campus secured after active shooter threat

The SUU lockdown was lifted after several hours. No shots were fired and no one was injured but police are continuing to investigate the situation.
2 years ago

High winds causing traffic issues, prompting alerts

Travel for high-profile vehicles like semis, RVs and trailers is restricted east and westbound on I-80.
2 years ago

FBI arrests minor for fake social media bomb threat at SLC Airport

The FBI said the Wyoming minor posted a picture while on a plane at the SLC Airport on March 22. They reportedly captioned the post “bomb has been planted.”
2 years ago

LISTEN: Statute of limitations on rape cases in Utah

The Utah Court of Appeals heard arguments Wednesday from a case focused on the statute of limitations for rape cases.
2 years ago

Angel Moroni returns to Salt Lake Temple nearly four years after removal

The Angel Moroni statue was returned nearly four years after it was taken down as part of the process to renovate the Salt Lake Temple.
2 years ago

WATCH: Police release dash cam footage of 12-year-old driver

The Utah Highway Patrol said the 12-year-old driver stole her mom's car. The girl was briefly arrested before being released to her parents.
2 years ago

Should you spend or save your tax refund?

Filing your taxes can be a headache but figuring out how to spend your tax refund might be a headache in its own right.
2 years ago

Man hospitalized after trench collapse in Cedar Hills

A man became trapped in Cedar Hills, northeast of American Fork, after digging a 10-foot trench for a sewer line.
2 years ago

Third teen arrested in connection to Taylorsville man’s death

The Taylorsville Police Department said it had taken a 17-year-old into custody in connection to the suspected murder of a Taylorsville man.
2 years ago

Taylorsville man believed to have been abducted found dead, two teens arrested

A 21-year-old Taylorsville man was last seen Sunday afternoon. Police had been searching for a white jeep in connection with that.
2 years ago

Several people hospitalized following stabbing, shooting in downtown Salt Lake

Police said that the stabbing happened near 400 East 100 South in downtown Salt Lake City.
2 years ago

INSIDE SOURCES: Do kids have anywhere to go anymore?

Journalist Michelle Goldberg joins Inside Sources to talk about whether we've gotten rid of all the places kids could go instead of the internet.
2 years ago

LISTEN: Romney talks budget, wildfires and TikTok

Sen. Mitt Romney says Democrats and Republicans needed to work together to budget and build legislation that will actually pass.
2 years ago

LISTEN: Clearfield mayor in Washington for city-focused conference

Clearfield Mayor Mark Shepherd joins Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News to talk about a national conference for city leaders.
2 years ago

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints acquires buildings, manuscripts, Kirtland Temple from Community of Christ

According to the church, the acquisition highlights its "long-standing effort to preserve religious and cultural heritage."
2 years ago

Kevin Bacon to stop in Utah this summer with Bacon Brothers band

Kevin Bacon and his brother Michael will stop by Utah this June to take part in Lehi's Round-Up concert as the Bacon Brothers band.
3 years ago