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
Nicole Spearman, SLCC's The Globe
Great Salt Lake Collaborative wins journalism partnership award
Consisting of 21 news, education and media partners in Utah, the Great Salt Lake Collaborative took first place in the category of Excellence in Collaboration and Partnership.3 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Utah water official warns Utahns to stay vigilant on water use
Utah has inched its way out of extreme drought but an expert says now is not the time for complacency on water use.3 years ago
Sam Herrera
Lawsuit alleges that Utah is failing to protect the Great Salt Lake
The lawsuit, filed by five conservation groups, alleged that the state has failed to get enough water to the Great Salt Lake.3 years ago
Heather Kelly
Drought-resistant grass now at some Salt Lake City golf courses
Golfers at three courses in Salt Lake City may notice more drought resistant grass, especially if they hit out of bounds.3 years ago
Ben Winslow, FOX 13
Brine shrimp forecast for Great Salt Lake looks good, state officials say
Brine shrimp are a lucrative industry on the lake, bringing in millions of dollars a year.3 years ago
Adam Small
Utah lawmakers plan to reevaluate water rights held by mineral companies on the Great Salt Lake
Utah House Majority Leader Mike Schultz says the water rights held by mineral companies on the Great Salt Lake are outdated.3 years ago
Carter Williams
Utah expects to save water from 93 new optimization projects
Agriculture officials say they expect to save more than 60,000 acre-feet of water annually from water-saving projects that received state grants.3 years ago
Adam Small
Lake Powell water levels nearly double with record spring runoff
Lake Powell water levels have fluctuated quite a bit this year. But the spring run off has abated some drought worries for now.3 years ago
Adam Small
Salt Lake sees third-hottest July, but August could bring relief
Salt Lake City also had abnormally dry weather, with only .06 inches of rain falling during July which is 12% of the normal amount.3 years ago
Adam Small
A healthy Great Salt Lake could be bad news for mosquitoes, expert says
Because the Great Salt Lake is so salty, it kills vegetation in the marshlands, which affects Great Salt Lake mosquitoes breeding grounds.3 years ago
Ben Winslow, FOX 13
Great Salt Lake trust offers millions for wetland protection
The Great Salt Lake Watershed Enhancement Trust announced it would fund projects that would protect or restore wetlands around the lake.3 years ago
Ben Winslow, FOX 13
Salt Lake County Council scrutinizes water districts over proposed property tax hikes
The Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District informed the Salt Lake County Council it was proposing a property tax increase.3 years ago
Allessandra Harris Gurr
Lake Powell’s water levels are dropping after months of increase
Lake Powell's water levels are 45 feet higher than last year. But for several days, it's been losing water.3 years ago
Ben Winslow, FOX 13
A special turf that uses less water in Utah’s drought is growing in popularity
"SLC Turf Trade," is a special blend of grass seed being offered by Salt Lake City Public Utilities that uses up to 40% less water.3 years ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
How much did Utah’s record snowpack help the Great Salt Lake?
One year later, the lake is starting to decline again — but it's undoubtedly in a much-better place than it was those 12 months ago.3 years ago
Leia Larsen, Salt Lake Tribune
Thousands of nesting birds have vanished at Great Salt Lake’s Gunnison Island
Flocks of birds that once darkened the sky have disappeared, and scientists say land bridges from persistent low water levels are likely to blame.3 years ago
Allessandra Harris Gurr
Provo is going underground to store millions of gallons of water
Provo's underground solution to store water saved from conservation and the spring runoff lies in a system of aquifers.3 years ago
