Health
Allie Litzinger
Monkeypox cases now reach 13 in Utah
In Utah, the number of monkeypox cases have reached 13. However, health officials say most people are at very low risk of catching the illness.2 years ago
Curt Gresseth
988 suicide hotline rolls out and will save lives in Utah and the US
Like 9-1-1 before it, a national three-digit suicide and mental health hotline is now live and is expected to save lives across the country.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
West Nile Virus found in Davis County mosquitoes
Despite the Davis County news, Utah health officials report that, at the time of publication, no humans have contracted West Nile Virus this year.2 years ago
Amanda Dickson
Opinion: Meet the new highly contagious variant of COVID-19 — BA.5
Like others, KSL NewsRadio host Amanda Dickson avoided COVID-19 until the latest, most transmissible new variant emerged.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Cool Zones now offered at Salt Lake City Public Libraries
The libraries have been added to existing Cool Zones at county senior centers and recreational facilities across the Salt Lake Valley.2 years ago
Mark Jones
Lt. Gov. Henderson announces one-time bonus for childcare workers
A one-time $2,000 childcare bonus will be given to all childcare employees around the state as announced Wednesday by Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Rep Stewart’s suicide prevention hotline, 988, goes live this week
It's been a long time in the making but the new number to call for suicide prevention, 988, will finally be live across the nation this week.2 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Do you know how to spot heatstroke in Utah’s triple-digit heat?
According to the CDC, of the heat-related illnesses, heat exhaustion and heatstroke are the most serious.2 years ago
Amie Schaeffer
Dangerously high temperatures to hit Wasatch Front
The National Weather Service has issued a heat warning to much of northern Utah which will be hit with temperatures as high as 104 degrees.2 years ago
Aimee Cobabe
Judge issues preliminary injunction, Utah abortion trigger law still blocked
The hearing will decide the future of the Utah trigger ban on abortion after an emergency injunction blocked the ban from taking effect.2 years ago
Carlos Artiles
What if your air conditioner breaks down during the summer months?
If your air conditioner breaks down during the summer, you could be on a wait list of a few weeks before it could be fixed or replaced.2 years ago
Martha Harris
Those who practice intermittent fasting less likely to have severe COVID complications, according to Intermountain study
The principal investigator of the study said the findings about intermittent fasting should not cause people to begin extreme fasts.2 years ago
Waverly Golden
The Great Salt Lake water level reaches a historic low as Utah continues to face extreme drought
Utah is in an extreme drought, causing the Great Salt Lake to reach a historic low level. Over the past 128 years, 2022 has been the driest year to date in Utah.2 years ago
Waverly Golden
Utah health officials confirm three cases of rabies in bats
Three cases of rabies in bats have been confirmed in Utah. In each case, pets or humans were exposed and received treatment.2 years ago
HALELUYA HADERO, AP Reporter
Amazon, Rite Aid cap purchase of emergency contraceptives
Retailers limiting purchases is standard practice that helps retailers prevent stockpiling and reselling at higher prices.2 years ago
Waverly Golden
CDC confirms five monkeypox cases in Utah
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC, confirmed a total of five monkeypox cases in Utah Wednesday morning.2 years ago
Becky Bruce
Different abortion law now in effect in Utah
A different abortion law is now in effect in Utah, and it bans abortions after 18 weeks of pregnancy. However, there are several exceptions to this law.2 years ago
Waverly Golden, Aimee Cobabe
Heat waves bring concerns for heat-related illnesses and the homeless population
Record-breaking heat waves have caused an abundance of heat-related deaths among the homeless.2 years ago
Sam Herrera
Intermountain Healthcare study finds “better” IV fluid treatment
Researchers with Intermountain Healthcare conducted a 15-month-long study to learn the effects of using an alternative IV fluid for patients.2 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Lawmaker seeks to remove felony statute from Utah’s abortion trigger law
A Democratic lawmaker in Utah said she has filed a bill to remove the felony-punishment aspect of Utah's trigger law that went into effect when the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade Friday.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Temporary stay issued for Utah’s trigger law
In the lawsuit, Planned Parenthood of Utah names multiple defendants and says Utah's abortion trigger law violates the state constitution.2 years ago
Amie Schaeffer
The 13th Annual Clear the Air Challenge kicks off July 1
Since 2009, the Clear the Air Challenge has focused on cutting vehicle emissions that impact Utah's air quality.2 years ago
Waverly Golden
Planned Parenthood of Utah files lawsuit against the state
Utah's Trigger Law saw its first challenge on Saturday as Planned Parenthood of Utah filed a lawsuit to block the law that went into effect Friday evening.2 years ago