Carter Williams, KSL
Utah, feds launch $18M recovery effort in Beaver area; Widemouth 2 Fire grows
The U.S. Forest Service announced it is committing $9.2 million to recovery efforts following the Cottonwood Fire, which burned over 97,400 acres in and around Fishlake National Forest1 hour ago
Annette Campbell, KSL
Fire leaves scorched hillsides along Parley’s Historic Trail, officials urge caution
A fire near Parley's Historic Trail left visible damage along one of Salt Lake City's popular outdoor recreation areas, with hikers reporting scorched hillsides and ash-covered ground.22 hours ago
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL
Residents near Widemouth 2 Fire can return home, urged to be prepared to evacuate again
Evacuations were lifted Wednesday for most residents near the Widemouth 2 Fire burning in Millard County, but officials warned them to be ready to evacuate again if needed.24 hours ago
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News
Wildfire prevention emerges as a rare bipartisan priority in Congress
With wildfire raging across the West, blind to the political affiliations of those who are affected, lawmakers in Congress from both sides of the aisle are racing to find a solution.1 day ago
Tim Vandenack, KSL
O’Leary Digital, Box Elder County press court to dismiss data center foes’ lawsuit
O'Leary Digital and Box Elder County seek dismissal of the lawsuit filed against them by a coalition of Box Elder County residents pressing for a public vote on the O'Leary data center project.1 day ago
Andrew Adams, KSL
Sevier County residents watch skies, hillside as Widemouth 2 Fire approaches
Residents expressed concerns about smoke and the approaching Widemouth 2 Fire on Tuesday as crews said the massive wildfire had expanded to more than 79,000 acres.1 day ago
Emily Walker, Deseret News
Renewable energy is growing in Utah, but not without obstacles
While touring the Solv Energy solar site in Tooele County recently, Rep. Celeste Maloy, R-Utah, described the competing realities of renewable energy: the American public's desire for it, and the lack of support in Congress.2 days ago
Debbie Worthen, KSL
Smoke blankets Utah, prompting air quality concerns across the state
Smoke from wildfires is creating potentially dangerous air quality conditions across Utah. It's prompting health officials to urge residents to take precautions.2 days ago
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News
‘Super El Niño’ is coming. What does that mean for Utah ski resorts?
Weather forecasters are looking ahead as the odds of a strong to historic El Niño are growing. Some are already dubbing it a "Super El Niño."2 days ago
Devin Oldroyd and Shelby Lofton, KSL
Large brush fire sparks in Millcreek nature preserve
Fire crews responded to a large brush fire in Millcreek on I-80 near the mouth of Parleys Canyon on Monday evening.3 days ago
Adam Small
2026 lining up to be one of the worst years for wildfire damage in Utah
The Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands said 2026 has become the second-worst year for wildfire damage in Utah history.3 days ago
Justin Spike, Associated Press
Record low Danube levels push some countries in Eastern Europe to the brink of energy emergency
Governments across Central and Eastern Europe are taking steps to conserve electricity as levels on the Danube River force power plants to the brink of shutting down.3 days ago
Heather May | Great Salt Lake Collaborative
What do you want to know about the Great Salt Lake?
The members of the Great Salt Lake Collaborative are hoping you can tell us what types of stories you'd like us to cover in the future.3 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL
Widemouth 2 Fire spikes to 68,000 acres; additional wildfire smoke arrives in Utah
New evacuations are being ordered in central Utah, as the Black Canyon wildfire could move toward a subdivision.3 days ago
Kennedy Camarena and Mary Culbertson, KSL
Gov. Cox cautions against ‘careless action’ as Utah’s wildfire preparedness level rises
As Millard County's Widemouth 2 Fire prompted evacuations on Sunday, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox signaled a warning to the region and to "every Utahn" about wildfire safety.3 days ago
Shelby Lofton, KSL
Sugar House Park pond drained due to historically low water flows in Parleys Creek system
Visitors to Sugar House Park may notice a dramatic change this summer: The park's pond is drained because of extremely low water flows in the watershed that feeds it.6 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL
Feds’ new plan for Lake Powell, Lake Mead not the final ‘destination,’ Utah official says
Utah and other Upper Colorado Basin states may voluntarily cut up to 200,000 acre-feet of Colorado River water under a new 10-year plan to handle how to allocate the river's water.6 days ago
Devin Oldroyd, KSL
Salt Lake County reports first West Nile virus case of 2026
Salt Lake County Health Department officials said they've found the county's first case of West Nile virus in a person this year. It was an adult, and they are expected to fully recover.7 days ago
Amen Galinato, CNN
Sky-gazers can look forward to a double meteor shower peak this week. How and when to see it
A double meteor shower peak will occur this week — but sky-gazers might have a difficult time catching a glimpse of the cosmic activity.7 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL
Are Utah summers getting hotter? This is what the data says
Both Salt Lake City's and Utah's summers have been getting hotter, especially since the start of the 21st century.7 days ago
Andrew Adams, KSL
Driver shares firsthand encounter of powerful lightning strike, truck fire near Cedar City
A driver said lightning struck his truck as he traveled on I-15 Wednesday, starting a fire that decimated the vehicle.7 days ago
Arianne Brown, KSL
Truck struck by lightning on I-15 in southern Utah Wednesday afternoon
A truck was struck by lightning on I-15 just outside of Cedar City Wednesday afternoon, there were no injuries reported.7 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL
Video: New wildfire spawns rare ‘firenado’ as it burns through central Utah
Utah's newest large fire spawned a rare "firenado" that was caught on video as it quickly burned thousands of acres in central Utah on Tuesday.8 days ago
