Utah

Vetoed bills...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com

Gov. Spencer Cox vetoes 7 bills he thinks are unnecessary from recent legislative session

Seven bills have been vetoed by Gov. Spencer Cox so far from this legislative session after lawmakers approved a record 591.
6 days ago
maple syrup buckets on trees, local maple syrup in utah is difficult to get...
Mitchell von Puttkammer

Project aims to make local maple syrup more available

Can you buy local maple syrup? You can, but it's not easy. Utah State University is trying to change that with the Maple Tree Tapping Project.
6 days ago
Baskin Robbins is seen in Salt Lake City on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Several Utah Baskin Robbins f...
Aimee Cobabe

Baskin Robbins locations in Utah fined for breaking child labor laws

Sixty-four Baskin Robbins employees were found to have worked longer than the maximum of three hours after school.
7 days ago
The westbound lanes of I-215 will be closed between 280 East exit and the I-15 interchange while cr...
KSL NewsRadio

I-215 westbound in Murray to close Friday evening

The westbound lanes of Interstate 215 will close over the weekend as crews work on the 300 West bridge above it.
7 days ago
Gov. Spencer Cox explains portions of the proposal as he and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson sit down wit...
Curt Gresseth

Governor talks record number of bills and safety on Utah roads

Gov. Spencer Cox had until midnight on March 21, 2024, to finish signing or vetoing any remaining bills.
7 days ago
Wasatch county office employee arrested for child trafficking and sexual crimes...
Larry D. Curtis

Former Utah law enforcement officer arrested for child sex crimes

According to an affidavit of probable cause, Mitchell McKee was arrested on suspicion of human trafficking of a child among other offenses.
7 days ago
Jande Laulu's art on display at Michael's in Draper, Utah on February 24, 2024....
Mariah Maynes

Michael’s artist initiative results in Riverton artist selling in-store

Riverton-based artist Jande Laulu's appearance is the result of Michael's initiative to feature local artists.
7 days ago
Join KSL NewsRadio live from Salt Lake County Animal Services on March 28, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12 ...
Emily Ashmead

Tails of Hope: KSL NewsRadio live from Salt Lake County Animal Services

This special broadcast of Dave & Dujanovic will cover what changes will be made to Utah animal shelters to accommodate the newest regulations.
7 days ago
women's financial equality, a man and woman are pictured...
Mariah Maynes

Utah among the worst in the U.S. for women’s financial equality

According to Forbes, Utah is one of the lowest-ranking states for women's financial equality. The Beehive State ranked 46th in the nation. 
7 days ago
According to the Utah Department of Public Safety, one-third of deaths on the road are due to the l...
Emma Keddington

Utah Department of Public Safety to crack down on seat belt enforcement

The Utah Department of Public Safety is cracking down on seat belt enforcement statewide from March 22 to March 25.
7 days ago
Tooele City Police vehicle...
Pat Reavy, KSL.com

Report describes disturbing, ‘destructive’ behavior by 9-year-old accused of killing his father

A new report says a 9-year-old boy accused of killing his father in Tooele had displayed "destructive" and disturbing actions and tantrums.
7 days ago
The sun rises over the Utah State Prison in Draper on Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018....
Becky Bruce

Utah history shows inmates in transit can be a security challenge

At least two inmates, past and present, on Utah's Death Row, wound up facing execution in Utah because of successful or attempted prison escapes.
8 days ago
Housing construction and other construction in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, May 30, 2023....
Eric Cabrera

Salt Lake City secures record amount of affordable housing funding

A record a record $17.7 million in funding has been secured to go towards affordable housing in Salt Lake City.
8 days ago
All smiles at the NCAA Tournament. on March 20, 2024....
MItch Harper

LISTEN: The vibe in Omaha ahead of BYU’s Dance debut

On Wednesday, BYU basketball completed its one open practice of the NCAA Tournament at the CHI Health Center.
8 days ago
A plane is parked at Salt Lake City International Airport in Salt Lake City....
Simone Seikaly

LISTEN: Sneaking onto a flight at Salt Lake City Int’l Airport

Here's how a man sneaked onto a plane at Salt Lake City International Airport.
8 days ago
Location of an auto pedestrian accident in Salt Lake City, near Mary Jackson Elementary School. (KS...
Simone Seikaly

Child hit by car near Mary W. Jackson Elementary School

Police said the child suffered from minor injuries but was not taken to a hospital.
8 days ago
Winston, the French Bulldog, winner of the Non-Sporting Group, competes in the 147th Annual Westmin...
JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press

French bulldogs remain popular US breed in new rankings. Many fans aren’t happy

Some say the new rankings make Frenchies the nation's most popular canine. But longtime fans aren't celebrating.
8 days ago
Toxic algae floats on top of a lake....
Mariah Maynes

Water safety company launches toxic algae education campaign

BlueGreen Water Technologies says the presence of toxic algae is increasing across the globe, their campaign offers helpful advice.
8 days ago
a cyclist shown near pond, a west valley wetland park is in the works...
Michael Camit and Heather Peterson

Wetland park to be built in West Valley

A West Valley wetland park would provide trails for exercise and allow students at the Granite Technical Institute to study animals and plants outdoors.
8 days ago
The north side of 100 South housed many Japanese-owned businesses until it was demolished to make w...
Heather Peterson and Emma Keddington

Salt Lake City Japantown project in “idea phase”

The Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake City met Tuesday to unveil the vision of Japantown, full of art, benches and monuments that honor Japanese culture. 
8 days ago
Taylorsville residents come together to grieve Alex Franco, who was shot over the weekend....
Debbie Worthen

Taylorsville residents grieve missing man shot over the weekend

Family and friends are struggling to come to terms with the loss of Alex Franco, who was shot over the weekend in Taylorsville.
9 days ago
The Utah Department of Transporation has received a $87.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of...
Logan Stefanich

St. George looking to connect communities through federal grant

The Utah Department of Transportation has received a $87.6 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to fund the construction of street crossings in St. George.
9 days ago
The pursuit of a motorhome on Bangerter Highway led to several crashes and the arrest of two people...
Emma Keddington, Peter Johnston

Police pursuit leads to multiple crashes on Bangerter Highway

Three crashes on or near Bangerter Highway on Tuesday afternoon are all tied to a police chase involving a motorhome.
9 days ago
Vehicles travel on I-15 shown, a 12-year-old driver was arrested briefly...
Aimee Cobabe

911 call reporting 12-year-old driver on I-15 released by police

A 12-year-old driver was caught in her mom's car while driving down I-15 earlier this month. She was eventually stopped in Sandy.
9 days ago