Environment
Associated Press
How one grocery shopper takes steps to avoid ‘pointless plastic’
Nature wraps bananas and oranges in peels. But in some modern supermarkets, they're bagged or wrapped in plastic too. For one shopper, it's too much.11 days ago
Alexandrea Bonillla and Simone Seikaly
Above-normal temperatures expected for Utah summer
Summer weather predictions point to a La Niña weather pattern which will bring warm temperatures and dry conditions to Utah.11 days ago
Peter Johnston
Critics continue opposition to Parleys Canyon quarry proposal
Controversy over a proposed quarry in Parleys Canyon continues, months after two versions of the proposal died in the legislature.11 days ago
Adam Small
Spring runoff causes fast-moving rivers, officials urge caution
Spring runoff is once again in full effect and Utah's rivers, streams and creeks are moving high and fast.11 days ago
Devin Oldroyd
Fernwood Trail Hiker found Sunday
Tobias Braaten, who went missing near the Fernwood Trail on Saturday, was found safe, hungry, and "in good spirits" on Sunday.12 days ago
Adam Small
Salt Lake having very dry April, but Utah’s water supply is still in top-notch shape
Utah's water supply is growing but Salt Lake City received a dry start to April. Utah might have something to worry about if May is dry.14 days ago
Kyle Remund
West Lake Jr. High rebuilds after 2020 earthquake
West Lake Jr. High is being rebuilt with earthquake safety in mind, and the Granite district is preparing for future emergencies, too.14 days ago
Mariah Maynes
Wildflower season is blooming. Where and how to take in the views
Wildflower season is beginning in Utah. Where can you see them? How do you view them responsibly?14 days ago
Allessandra Harris Gurr
Landscaping projects picking up pace as weather gets warmer
Jeff Mott, owner of Mott's Landscaping, said people often start big landscaping projects in the summertime.14 days ago
Britt Johnson
Hurricane season could mean bad news for Utah gas prices
Hurricane season is expected to be intense this year, and while none of them should hit Utah rising gas prices probably will.14 days ago
Britt Johnson
Millions raised for habitat restoration in the state
It's been a record breaking fundraising year for habitat restoration here in Utah. The Utah Conservation Permit Program raised a record $4.8 million.14 days ago
Curt Gresseth
How an earthquake impacts homes and buildings
A structural engineer discusses how an earthquake rattles homes and buildings.15 days ago
Jordan Valinsky, CNN
Starbucks plastic cups are getting a makeover
Starbucks has announced an environmentally friendly redesign of its plastic cups.15 days ago
Peter Johnston
Higher-magnitude earthquake is coming to Utah, warns expert
One expert is warning Utah to be prepare for a higher-magnitude earthquake then the 5.7 magnitude one that hit in 2020.15 days ago
Adam Small
Great Utah ShakeOut: State’s largest earthquake drill happens today
The state's largest earthquake drill, the Great Utah ShakeOut, happens today. It will help people across the state prepare for earthquakes.15 days ago
Ashley Strickland, CNN
Fossil discovery by 11-year-old is the largest known marine reptile, study says
A jawbone found on a beach along the English coast belonged to a newfound species that’s likely the largest known marine reptile.15 days ago
Vanessa Hudson
‘Great Salt Lake is our future’: Utah youth aim to inform, collaborate and inspire change
This article is published through the Great Salt Lake Collaborative, a journalism initiative partnering news, education and media organizations to record the plight of the lake.15 days ago
Devin Oldroyd
Salt Lake City Marathon will cause travel impacts, SLCPD warns
SLCPD is reminding anyone in the city this weekend to be mindful of travel impacts during the Salt Lake City Marathon.15 days ago
Adam Small
The Great Salt Lake has a chance to be healthy again for the first time in over a decade
The water level in the Great Salt Lake is 1.5 feet from the tail-end of its healthy range of 4,196 to 4,200 feet.16 days ago
Eric Cabrera
Park City group disappointed in UDOT’s wildlife crossing decision
A Park City advocacy group spent years trying to convince the Utah Department of Transportation to build a wildlife crossing on SR 224, between Kimball Junction and Park City. Now they are trying to figure out why UDOT decided to nix the idea.16 days ago
Curt Gresseth
Great Utah Shakeout: How to make your home earthquake-safe
An adviser discusses how to make your home safe for the Great Utah Shakeout.17 days ago
Sam Herrera
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?17 days ago
Mariah Maynes
‘Everest, Inc.’ highlights the business of adventure toward the top of Everest
Will Cockrell's new book Everest, Inc. gives a look into the recent history of climbing and guiding on Mount Everest.17 days ago
