Digital Content Producer

Simone Seikaly

Simone Seikaly is a veteran reporter, anchor and producer at KSL NewsRadio, but these days, she's best known as a digital content producer. You can reach her at sseikaly@ksl.com.

UPDATE: East Myton and North River fires have merged, oil and power infrastructure threatened

Two fires that broke out in Utah's Duchesne county on Monday have merged into one fire, heralding an early beginning to the 2021 fire season.
5 years ago

2 tugboats deploy to Egypt’s Suez Canal as shippers avoid it

The massive Ever Given that carries cargo between Asia and Europe, got stuck Tuesday in a single-lane stretch of the canal.
5 years ago

Unbeaten Zags keep rolling with 83-65 rout of Creighton

The top-seeded Bulldogs rolled past the Bluejays with versatile offense and efficient defense winning 83-65 in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament.
5 years ago

Fatal crash on SR-32 near Oakley, driver wasn’t wearing seatbelt

An investigation into the crash near Oakley continues, and UHP Troopers say alcohol may be a contributing factor.
5 years ago

Couple rescued on Castleton-Gateway Road in Grand County

The Castleton Gateway Road has become a frequent area for Grand County Search and Rescue, officials say. Map apps are partly to blame.
5 years ago

Days of ’47 festivities will resume this year, including parade and marathon

The Days of 47 board said state and local requirements in relation to COVID-19 will be enforced. A queen and attendants were named Saturday.
5 years ago

UPDATE: Clearfield police locate missing juvenile.

The Clearfield Police Department says they have located Roman Papic who was reported missing Sunday afternoon.
5 years ago

Second Amendment rally at state capitol to push back against new gun laws

Protesters at the Utah State Capitol said they're concerned about a potential ban on assault weapons, saying one ban could lead to more.
5 years ago

Fire in downtown SLC quickly extinguished, no injuries

Officials said fire in a downtown Salt Lake City apartment unit was quickly doused by sprinklers. A cause has yet to be determined.
5 years ago

Now vaccinated, older adults emerge from COVID hibernation

They are relishing the little things like shopping and going to the gym, along with the big things like visiting relatives.
5 years ago

Democrats vow vote on gun bills; Biden says ‘we have to act’

President Joe Biden says "we have to act," but prospects for any major changes are dim, for now, in the closely divided Congress.
5 years ago

Boulder shooting victims: store staffers, cop, photographer

They included a magazine photographer, a Medicare agent with a passion for theater and others going about their days at a busy shopping plaza.
5 years ago

Tooele School District employees will repay $10K for travel

The Tooele School District employees traveled to Georgia and spent thousands on an educational conference that was held virtually.
5 years ago

Utah Gov. turns 56 bills into new Utah laws, several involve Bears Ears

New Utah laws include easing up state laws to foster innovation and the removal of English as the official government language in Utah.
5 years ago

Update: Authorities announce 10 people killed in the Boulder Colorado Shooting

Law enforcement vehicles and officers surrounded the building in Boulder and told someone inside to surrender Monday.
5 years ago

Biden scrambles to manage humanitarian and political situation at the Mexican border

The White House has refused to call the situation a crisis, leading to a Washington battle over the appropriate description of the tense situation.
5 years ago

Nun-and-done: Loyola Chicago stuns top-seeded Illinois 71-58

Loyola Chicago carried out 101-year-old superfan Sister Jean's plans to a T, moving to the Sweet 16 with a 71-58 win over Illinois.
5 years ago

Short-lived escape at Cache County Jail, prisoner back in custody

The inmate was in an outdoor recreation area of the Cache County Jail before he reportedly climbed two fences and ran.
5 years ago

Three UHP vehicles hit in early morning storm traffic

The accidents happened as UHP Troopers responded to other accidents on the I-15 corridor through the Salt Lake valley.
5 years ago

US defense chief arrives in Kabul on 1st trip to Afghanistan

State media reports US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has arrived in Kabul on his first trip to Afghanistan as Pentagon chief.
5 years ago

The Latest: Sister Jean’s pregame prayer inspires Ramblers

Sister Jean said, "As we play the Fighting Illini, we ask for special help to overcome this team and get a great win."
5 years ago

Juzang carries No. 11 UCLA past sixth-seeded BYU, 73-62

Alex Barcello led BYU with 20 points, Brandon Averette finished with 15. UCLA got its first win in regulation since beating Utah Feb. 25.
5 years ago

Cruise to Bahamas? Company says “game on” (if you’re vaccinated)

If adults want to cruise the Bahamas, Royal Caribbean said they must be fully vaccinated, and people under 18 must test negative.
5 years ago

Atlanta spa shooting victims remembered by SLCC students

Those present at the vigil for the Atlanta spa shooting victims called for unity and described their own experiences with racism.
5 years ago