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.

Senate confirms Mayorkas as Biden’s homeland security chief

The department is central to the Biden administration's response to the coronavirus pandemic, a sweeping Russia-linked cyber hack and domestic extremism.
6 years ago

Davis County announces they have more vaccine doses

Some of the doses are first doses in a two-dose series, and the rest are second doses. They are available to Davis County residents only.
6 years ago

Third case of UK variant detected in Utah; Person has not recently traveled

The variant is considered to be more contagious than other strains of the novel coronavirus, and officials urge the public to stay vigilant.
6 years ago

Body found on Jordan River bank in Salt Lake, investigation ongoing

The body was found by a group of kayakers early Sunday afternoon. The cause of death is not yet known.
6 years ago

Avalanche victim identified as long-time Park City resident

The avalanche victim and a friend caused the slide, and required avalanche mitigation efforts before the victim's body was recovered.
6 years ago

Residents self-evacuate after early-morning fire, one hospitalized

A cause is still under investigation, and fire officials say that the family is "almost certainly displaced" after this fire.
6 years ago

Romney joins 10 GOP senators to propose alternative COVID-19 relief

The GOP senators' plan would spend one-third of Mr. Biden's proposed $1.9 billion coronavirus relief package.
6 years ago

Federal conspiracy charges for 2 Proud Boys in Capitol riot

Friday's announcement came as prosecutors raise the stakes in some of the slew of cases stemming from the Jan. 6 insurrection.
6 years ago

Creator of ‘Bernie’ mittens partners with teddy bear maker

Jen Ellis says she can't be more thrilled, because she personally can't make 18,000 pairs of mittens!
6 years ago

Utahns host March for Life parade as senators present national legislation

March for Life organizers said people from across the state participated in this COVID-19-inspired march, including state and federal representatives.
6 years ago

Got surveillance video? Brigham City police need it after vandalism spree

The department is looking for those responsible for shooting out more than 20 windows of cars, a business, and a church late last week.
6 years ago

Southern Utah health officials say more vaccine doses are on the way

But they also expect that software issues will linger a bit longer. One suggestion is to try and make an appointment by telephone.
6 years ago

Weber County investigator booked on charges of voyeurism

The Weber County Sheriff's office reported a Weber County investigator has been booked into jail on charges of voyeurism, obstruction of justice, and sexual exploitation of a minor.
6 years ago

Utah lawmakers introduce resolution recognizing Donovan Mitchell

The resolution takes aim at comments Shaquille O'Neal directed at Donovan Mitchell earlier this month, and declares "Spida" the state's official arachnid.
6 years ago

Let down your hair: New Army rules for ponytails, nail color

Army leaders are loosening restrictions on various grooming and hairstyle rules, as service leaders try to address longstanding complaints.
6 years ago

Utah snowbirds can receive COVID-19 vaccine in either home county

Wherever Utah snowbirds want to get the COVID-19 vaccine, all that is required is proof of county residence.
6 years ago

Janet Yellen confirmed as first female Treasury secretary in US history

Yellen is a former chairwoman of the Federal Reserve and is the first woman to hold the job of Treasury Secretary in the 232-year history of the department.
6 years ago

States eye allowing concealed carry of guns without a permit

Fifteen states already allow concealed carry without a permit, and lawmakers in nine others have proposed allowing or expanding the practice.
6 years ago

Defense chief orders review of military sex assault programs

Secretary Austin's memo went out Saturday, fulfilling a commitment he made to senators last week during his confirmation hearings.
6 years ago

Two arrests after “clandestine narcotics lab” found in SLC apartment

Police documents show that "plenty of evidence" found at the fire scene points to an illegal narcotics lab in the apartment complex.
6 years ago

US police weigh officer discipline after rally, violent Capitol protest

An Associated Press review finds at least 31 officers are being scrutinized or face criminal charges tied to the Jan. 6 events in the nation's capital.
6 years ago

Official: “Suspicious substances” found at downtown fire scene

No word yet on how the downtown fire started. Two people received minor injuries, and an on-scene investigation continues.
6 years ago

Public can join Utah legislative process in-person, remote options remain

Public in-person participation in the Utah legislative process is possible despite COVID-19, but there are a few requirements.
6 years ago

Two suspects in custody, identified, after Taylorsville SWAT standoff

Two suspects are in custody after an early morning chase and, later, a SWAT standoff in Taylorsville. One suspect remains on the loose.
6 years ago