Business & Economy

Amie Schaeffer

Inflation cools in June, local economist breaks down the newest numbers

A new report shows inflation cooling a bit in June. What doe this mean for interest rates?
2 years ago
Image of the chocolate bars created at Aggie Chocolate Factory (Brian Champagne /KSL NewsRadio)...
Brian Champagne

The price of chocolate isn’t going down anytime soon

The price of your Easter chocolate shot way up last year. Unfortunately, there are about a half dozen reasons why the price isn’t dropping anytime soon.
2 years ago
UTA Change Day marks the annual adjustments to schedules and services, but this year more changes a...
Mark Jackson, Diana Jones

UTA Change Day brings more than the usual changes

UTA August Change Day usually marks the annual adjustments to schedules and services, but this year more changes are coming. 
2 years ago
Brandon Anderson, manager at Buckle. The Shops at South Town will be the new home of the Utah Hocke...
Adam Small

The Shops at South Town has high hopes with new NHL practice facility coming

The Shops at South Town will be the new home of the Utah Hockey Club's new practice facility. Stores inside the mall hope it brings business.
2 years ago
Britt Johnson

How many Californians are really moving to Utah?

It seems like Utah has become a magnet for Californians looking to relocate, but is that really the case? New data shows otherwise.
2 years ago
Former President Trump and Elon Musk are shown side by side....
Kyle Remund

Elon Musk hosts Trump on X broadcast

Elon Musk, owner of SpaceX and social media platform X, hosted a live discussion with Former President Donald Trump.
2 years ago
Visitors walk during the Utah Arts Festival at Library Square in Salt Lake City on June 23, 2023....
Josuee Sanchez

Utah Arts Festival looks to make changes following lackluster year

The Utah Arts Festival had its worst turnout in decades. Now festival executives are looking to make changes.
2 years ago
The map shows the proposed new section of the West Davis Corridor in Davis County also known as sta...
Tim Vandenack

West Davis Corridor extension plans move ahead; Syracuse eyes development along roadway

Plans to extend the first section of the West Davis Corridor are moving forward, with work set to begin next year.
2 years ago
In this 2019 file photo, an empty shopping cart sits outside a Sears store in the Streets of Southg...
Curt Gresseth

Can an experience instead of a purchase save the American shopping mall?

The shopping mall is dying, but could an experience instead of a purchase reverse its demise?
2 years ago
Mickey Mouse poses in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Park on August 27, 2019 in Anah...
Michelle Lee

Is Disneyland no longer ”the happiest place on earth?”

What was once a popular travel destination for a lot of people is now in their travel plans no longer. Where did things go wrong?
2 years ago
A Frontrunner train moves into Salt Lake Central Station. Rio Grande plan to revitalize train stati...
Micheal Camit, Diana jones

Salt Lake County Council supports Rio Grande Plan

The Salt Lake County Council has lent its support to a plan that will revitalize the Rio Grande train station. 
2 years ago
Heather Peterson

Local thrift store asks for donations during back-to-school season

Back-to-school shopping can be expensive. Buying your kid a whole new wardrobe is not feasible for everyone. 
2 years ago
FAFSA problems have gone down for students, but the issues may continue for administrators and educ...
Alexandrea Bonilla

FAFSA problems decline, but administrators and education officials may experience issues

The start of the school year has less students applying for FAFSA due to problems with the new simplified application.
2 years ago
Utah has the lowest average student debt, and also has the lowest proportion of students with debt,...
Emma Pitts, Deseret News

Utah ranks best in US for student debt

Utah has the lowest average student debt, and also has the lowest proportion of students with debt, according to a Nerdwallet.
2 years ago
Travelers at Salt Lake City International Airport where Budget-friendly flight options have been an...
Eric Cabrera and Kennedy Camarena

Salt Lake International Airport introduces new budget-friendly travel options

Salt Lake City International Airport has announced new budget-friendly flight options that will be available for travelers in October.
2 years ago
U.S. Border Patrol is seen along the U.S./Mexico border in McAllen, Texas, on Monday, June 17, 2024...
Emma Keddington

LISTEN: Study breaks down the amount of taxes undocumented immigrants pay

A study by the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy shows that undocumented immigrants paid almost $100 billion in taxes in 2022.
2 years ago
Swimmers cool off in the pool at the Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center in Cottonwood Heights on ...
Britt Johnson

Getting a backyard pool? Make sure your builder has experience

Planning on having a pool built in your backyard? It might be a good idea to double check that your builder is experienced.
2 years ago
Utah's need for foster families continues to grow....
Britt Johnson

Utah needs foster families, but is it becoming too expensive?

Utah's need for foster families continues to grow, but fewer people can afford it. Experts say the economy is to blame.
2 years ago
Cowbells.com sent the Utah delegation with 300 cowbells to Paris. They were seen and heard ringing ...
Shelby Lofton, KSLTV.com

Hundreds of cowbells from small Utah town sent to Paris to cheer on Olympians

EvaMae and Bob Cook of Cowbells.com send hundreds of cowbells with the Utah delegation that headed to the Paris Olympics.
2 years ago
homes...
Michael Camit

National homebuilders are trying ten new ways to lower home prices

The National Association of Homebuilders is trying a new plan to lower home prices.
2 years ago
New homes in the Cold Spring Ranch community are pictured in Lehi on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Whil...
Britt Johnson

Housing market slows down, but expert says that won’t decrease prices

The housing market has slowed down. But experts say that won't necessarily lower prices. 
2 years ago
Utah's olympic delegation headed to Paris Monday, July 22 to present their pitch to host the 2034 W...
Aimee Cobabe

Utah Olympic delegation jets off to Paris

Utah’s Olympic delegation to Paris is on its way to make one final pitch to host the 2034 Winter Olympics.
2 years ago
house for sale, no money down house purchase...
Curt Gresseth

No money down to buy a house? It can be done, says agent

If you are planning to buy a house in Utah, but can't afford to put money down, there is a way to make that work, says a real-estate agent
2 years ago
Food truck employees work through scorching temperatures to keep their business going even during a...
Eric Cabrera

How food truck workers get through the intense heat

Food truck employees work through scorching temperatures to keep their business going even during a relentless heat wave.
2 years ago