Utah

Kaitlin Eskelson, president and ceo of visit salt lake , which plays a big part in utah tourism...
Amanda Dickson

Tourism in Utah means $1,800 savings per household, and it’s growing

Kaitlin Eskelson, president and CEO of Visit Salt Lake says Utah tourism is in it's heyday right now.
1 hour ago
Utah expected to have a "typical" winter...
Devin Oldroyd

Utah’s winter will most likely be “typical” this season

This year's winter will most likely not be a repeat of last year's record-breaking one, according to KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson.
3 hours ago
Simone Seikaly

Democratic Rep. Brian King launches bid for Utah governor

King was elected to the Utah House in 2008, and though a Democratic governor is rare in Utah, King said voters want to move beyond labels.
8 hours ago
Ian Azner and a dog pictured...
Garna Mejia and Mary Culbertson, KSL-TV

Family of Sandy man shot by police question the events before his death

Ian Anzer's family is waiting for answers from law enforcement and has requested to see the officer's body cam footage.
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How Utah schools handle inversion and air quality...
Becky Bruce

Air quality to deteriorate this week with new temperature inversion

When a temperature inversion moves in, it frequently traps pollutants in the air in addition to the colder air, resulting in worsening air quality.
1 day ago
The Wasatch Front along the Sandy Foothills around sunset. Snow on the peaks, bright fall foliage a...
Becky Bruce

Winter storm warning in place for Wasatch Mountains, Wasatch Back

The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City issued a winter storm warning for the Wasatch Mountains as well as the valleys of the Wasatch Back. 
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Google Maps view of the location of five recent avalanches along the Wasatch Front and Back - Utah ...
Becky Bruce, Peter Johnston

Northern Utah Avalanche risk high, forecasters warn

SALT LAKE CITY — Avalanche risk was high across much of northern Utah on Sunday and Monday, as the region weathers a winter storm warning for both the mountains of the Wasatch Front and the valleys of the Wasatch Back.  The Utah Avalanche Center rated the current avalanche risk “high” for the regions of northern […]
1 day ago
Along-time and well-known firefighter in Utah, Fitzgerland Petersen, has died after a battle with c...
Pat Reavy, KSL.com

Beloved Utah firefighter dies after battle with cancer

After battling cancer, Fitzgerald Petersen, the chief of the Price Fire Department has died at the age of 58.
2 days ago
A stabbing and arson domestic violence call happened early Saturday morning....
Derrick Jones

SLCPD responds to a domestic violence call that involved a stabbing and arson

A domestic violence-related incident involving a stabbing and arson that left two individuals injured and sent both to the hospital.
2 days ago
SLCPD police car...
Devin Oldroyd

SLCPD reports “dramatic” decrease in car theft and burglaries

The Salt Lake City Police Department said Friday that car burglaries and car thefts are down in the city compared to last year.
3 days ago
Little Cottonwood Canyon is seen covered in snow, Friday, March 24, 2023 during avalanche mitigatio...
Peter Johnston

Salt Lake County Mayor: Little Cottonwood gondola is bad for the Olympics

The Little Cottonwood Canyon gondola maybe not exists by the time the 2034 Olympics happen, but Mayor Jenny Wilson has concerns.
3 days ago
a cart full of toys for operation santa's stash...
Karah Brackin

Dozens of Utah companies aim to bring Santa to thousands of families with Operation: Santa’s Stash

Flipping the calendar into December and the holiday season, finding ways to give and be a blessing to someone else is top of mind.
3 days ago
old state flag shown, a group wants to repeal the new utah flag...
Olivia Calvert

One group would like to see if Utah voters want to keep the new flag

If successful, the proposed bill to remove the new Utah flag and restore the former one will appear on the November 2024 ballot.
3 days ago
The Draper City Fire Battalion Chief's vehicle is parked outside Draper City Hall in Draper. a Carb...
Eric Cabrera

Carbon monoxide scare at Draper school

The American Preparatory Academy in Draper City had a carbon monoxide scare Wednesday. No one needed extensive treatment.
4 days ago
a dog plays in the snow with its owner, dogs need extra protection in winter...
Emma Keddington

Winter protection for your dog: ‘Treat your dog like you’re treating yourself’

If you have a dog, you should make sure they have the same amount of winter protection you'd give yourself.
4 days ago
a woman covers her face...
Associated Press

Study says the US is ill-prepared to ensure housing for the growing number of older people

The 58-year-old lost his job as a machine operator, then his home, and he was living in his truck when he was diagnosed with stage 2 lung cancer.
4 days ago
lori vallow daybell pictured, she faces murder charges in arizona...
Sam Herrera

Lori Vallow Daybell extradited to Arizona to face murder charges

Lori Vallow Daybell faces charges in Arizona that allege she killed her fourth husband, Charles Vallow, and tried to kill her niece's ex-husband.
4 days ago
Image of a Cessna 172G aircraft that crashed in the mountains east of Provo on Nov. 14, 2023, killi...
Adam Small and Simone Seikaly

Survivor says pilots were avoiding Provo airspace before fatal crash

On Nov. 14, Evan Backers and Collin Niemela died when their plane flew into the mountainside near Kyhv Peak, in Slate Canyon. 
4 days ago
Festival of Trees Tamra Rachol...
Amie Schaeffer

How the Festival of Trees embodies hope and healing for a domestic violence survivor

Tamra Rachol, a domestic violence survivor, views the Festival of Trees as an opportunity to bring hope and attention to important issues.
4 days ago
FILE - An aerial view of Timpanogos Highway. (Scott G. Winterton/Deseret News)...
Allessandra Harris

UDOT hosts public meetings about Timpanogos Highway extension

The Utah Department of Transportation has been conducting an environmental study into the potential of a Timpanogos Highway extension. On Wednesday, UDOT will host its second open meeting. 
4 days ago
Breeze Airways airplanes. Breeze Airways announced plans Wednesday to add new service out of Ogden-...
Carter Williams, KSL.com

Breeze Airways to add new Ogden flights, restoring airport’s commercial service

Breeze Airways announced plans Wednesday to add new service out of Ogden-Hinckley Airport beginning next year.
5 days ago
9/11 flag at salt lake 2002 opening ceremony. Winter Games...
Curt Gresseth

As SLC steps closer to hosting 2034 Winter Games, a security expert looks back at 2002

Salt Lake City steps closer to hosting its second Winter Olympics in 2034. A security expert reflects on the lessons learned from the SLC's 2002 Winter Games.
5 days ago
Midway Ice Castles tickets on sale...
Devin Oldroyd

Tickets for Midway Ice Castles are now on sale for January opening

The weather will dictate the opening, but the Midway Ice Castles exhibit is currently scheduled to be open between Jan. 13 and Feb. 3.
5 days ago
As ski season commences, UDOT wants to make sure those traveling to Utah's ski resorts follow the p...
Waverly Golden

Some Utah ski resorts have new parking policies, don’t get fined

As ski season commences, UDOT wants to make sure those traveling to Utah's ski resorts follow the parking policies in place.
5 days ago