Adam Small
Utah’s snowpack is falling behind and the forecast doesn’t look too helpful
On Dec. 27, 2023, Utah's snow water equivalent was 28% below what is typically expected in the snowpack at this time of year.3 years ago
Britt Johnson
Utah’s winter water update
Though Utah's snowpack is not as high as this time last year, the amount of water available is close to normal for this time of year.3 years ago
Peter Johnston
Utah lawmaker: The Great Salt Lake could lose 10 feet if cities reuse their wastewater
State Rep. Casey Snider told KSL NewsRadio that reusing wastewater could potentially drop the Great Salt Lake by 10-12 feet.3 years ago
JEFFREY DAHDAH AND DAN SPINDLE, KSL TV
If you save it, they will come: How recreation and tourism are already surging at the Great Salt Lake
Tourism to the Great Salt Lake has seen an uptick. In the last year, tourism numbers jumped by around 40%.3 years ago
Emma Penrod, Great Salt Lake Collaborative
Why saving the Great Salt Lake is vital for global food security
The world population is expected to grow by nearly 2 billion over the next 30 years, posing significant questions about good security.3 years ago
Emma Penrod, Great Salt Lake Collaborative
Fixing the lake could pave the way to solving Utah’s mental health crisis
A more holistic approach to urban design may in fact transform our entire life for the better — particularly with respect to our mental health.3 years ago
Becky Bruce
Utah snowpack below normal, reservoirs above average
With about 125 days left until Utah typically reaches its peak snowpack for the water year, which began Oct. 1, we're off to a slow start.3 years ago
Aimee Van Tatenhove, Utah Public Radio
Great Salt Lake rally brings Native and youth voices to Utah’s Capitol Hill
Barring another unusually wet winter, Great Salt Lake is expected to reach a new low next summer, further shrinking important wetland habitat.3 years ago
David Condos, KUER
So far, Utah’s water banking is showing the path beyond ‘use it or lose it’
In a dry state like Utah, there’s not always enough water to go around. But when there is extra water, how exactly do you spread it around?3 years ago
Kristine Weller
The Utah Rivers Council unveils 4,200 Project to support GSL
The Utah Rivers Council unveiled The 4,200 Project which outlines 12 policy proposals to help lawmakers support Great Salt Lake.3 years ago
Adam Small
This is how farmers are saving water for the Great Salt Lake
Farmers are doing what they can to try saving water for the Great Salt Lake instead of putting it to their farms. And it's not easy.3 years ago
Heather Kelly
Utah officials are optimistic about the water situation this year
The new water year started on Oct. 1 and Utah is at 136% of the normal water level. But, Utahns still need to be mindful of their water use.3 years ago
Ben Winslow
What the Utah legislature has planned to help the Great Salt Lake
More legislation is coming to help save the Great Salt Lake before it triggers a significant ecological crisis for Utah.3 years ago
Adam Small and Kristine Weller
Invasive fish threaten Lake Powell: Officials consider ways to help
Low water levels and warm temperatures have let the invasive smallmouth bass into Lake Powell, threatening the humpback chub.3 years ago
Adam Small
Great Salt Lake brine shrimp fishermen ‘optimistic’ as yearly harvest begins
Utah's brine shrimp fishermen are on the waters of the Great Salt Lake to harvest brine shrimp eggs and distribute them around the world.3 years ago
Sydnee Gonzalez, KSL.com
A pouring out of love: Utahns gather for Great Salt Lake blessing ceremony
People gathered at the Great Salt Lake this weekend with offerings that represented an outward expression of a love and stewardship of the lake.3 years ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
What Salt Lake City’s mayoral candidates have to say about Great Salt Lake’s future
The three Salt Lake City candidates for Mayor discuss the issues surrounding the Great Salt Lake ahead of the November election.3 years ago
Adam Small and Derrick Jones
Will El Niño bring snow to Utah this winter? KSL Meteorologist says, maybe
With a lot of excitement about El Nino, and coming off last year's historic winter, many Utahns are hopeful.3 years ago
Don Brinkerhoff
As water year ends, reservoirs around Utah are in a “good place”
As the water year comes to an end in Utah, reservoirs are at 77% capacity, which is an increase of 27% from normal.3 years ago
Emma Keddington
Official: Water use will meet future needs in Washington County
Officials in Washington County say steps are being taken to make sure water needs meet the future growth of the county.3 years ago
Adam Small
Leonardo DiCaprio speaks up for Great Salt Lake
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio used his platform Monday to promote a petition aimed at lawmakers better helping Great Salt Lake.3 years ago
Adam Small
Great Salt Lake agencies want mineral-extracting companies to return water to lake
The agencies want any new mineral extracting agencies to put all of the water they use in the back into the Great Salt Lake.3 years ago
Ben Winslow, FOX 13
GSL license plate nears halfway mark
A license plate created to bring awareness to the plight of the Great Salt Lake, needs another 250 people to sign up for it.3 years ago
