Salt Lake
'A forest of dead trees:' University of Utah study looks at new insect killing Utah's fir trees

Most Recent

These were Utah's fastest-growing cities in 2023 — and the cities that lost population

These were Utah's fastest-growing cities in 2023 — and the cities that lost population

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted May 16 - 6:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Over a dozen Utah communities gained at least 1,000 new residents between 2022 and 2023, according to new U.S. Census Bureau data.
Art exhibit Dreamscapes 'collateral damage' in South Town mall purchase for NHL practice facility

Art exhibit Dreamscapes 'collateral damage' in South Town mall purchase for NHL practice facility

Ashley Fredde, KSL.com  |  Posted May 15 - 9:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's first environmentally sustainable immersive art attraction is looking for a new location to house its dreams.
'They belong here': U. hosts 5th and 6th graders from West Valley City schools

'They belong here': U. hosts 5th and 6th graders from West Valley City schools

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted May 15 - 8:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

University of Utah Health hosted a contingent of students from four West Valley City schools in part to introduce them to the idea of attending college when they're older.
Salt Lake man faces federal charges after police report finding 45 pounds of meth

Salt Lake man faces federal charges after police report finding 45 pounds of meth

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Posted May 15 - 5:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Salt Lake man is facing federal charges after police say they found about 45 pounds of methamphetine in his home and car.
Utah's October presidential debate in question as Biden, Trump shun traditional debates

Utah's October presidential debate in question as Biden, Trump shun traditional debates

Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com  |  Updated May 15 - 5:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

The future of a presidential debate to be hosted by the University of Utah is in doubt after both major party presumptive nominees agreed to a pair of debates.
Salt Lake County wants to keep Abravanel Hall 'in its present form,' mayor says

Salt Lake County wants to keep Abravanel Hall 'in its present form,' mayor says

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted May 15 - 8:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

It appears that a proposed "sports, entertainment, cultural and convention district" in Salt Lake City may include Abravanel Hall "in its present form" after all.
Magna vandals strike again; police say multiple schools, churches, cars targeted

Magna vandals strike again; police say multiple schools, churches, cars targeted

Lauren Steinbrecher, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 15 - 7:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

Magna vandals strike again in a Magna neighborhood, now hitting multiple schools, churches, and people's vehicles.
Salt Lake City eyes major zoning changes to handle Smith Entertainment Group's request

Salt Lake City eyes major zoning changes to handle Smith Entertainment Group's request

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted May 14 - 9:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City is reviewing zoning amendments as it continues its negotiations with Smith Entertainment Group over a proposed entertainment district around the Delta Center.
Utahn may be on verge of a significant breakthrough in treating Alzheimer's

Utahn may be on verge of a significant breakthrough in treating Alzheimer's

Lee Benson, Deseret News  |  Posted May 14 - 7:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

A research professor at the University of Utah may be on the verge of a significant breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease and other brain disorders.
31 inmates earn associate degrees at Utah State Prison

31 inmates earn associate degrees at Utah State Prison

Logan Stefanich, KSL.com  |  Posted May 14 - 4:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Thirty-one incarcerated individuals on Monday earned an associate degree through the Salt Lake Community College Prison Education Program at the Utah State Prison.
Draper eyes $1.6M property tax increase to boost public safety

Draper eyes $1.6M property tax increase to boost public safety

Andrew Adams, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 14 - 7:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

Draper City is eyeing a $1.6 million property tax increase to make salaries more competitive while adding some key positions in its police and fire departments.
Salt Lake City wants to make Main Street 'a place for people.' Here's what it could look like

Salt Lake City wants to make Main Street 'a place for people.' Here's what it could look like

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted May 14 - 6:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new 215-page study shows what the future of Main Street in downtown Salt Lake City could look like, and it's closer to what was envisioned 62 years ago.
Utah caregivers, parents join national call for investment as child care crisis continues

Utah caregivers, parents join national call for investment as child care crisis continues

Ashley Fredde, KSL.com  |  Posted May 13 - 9:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

Three rallies were held in Utah joining the other 26 states that participated in the national Day Without Child Care, with some parents and child care providers calling out of work or closing their doors to emphasize the need.
University of Utah Health launches regional first with Utah Pregnancy After Loss program

University of Utah Health launches regional first with Utah Pregnancy After Loss program

Ashley Fredde, KSL.com  |  Posted May 13 - 7:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Pregnancy After Loss program will provide care for families after stillbirth, newborn death, termination, recurrent pregnancy loss, placental disorders and preterm birth.
Vandalized pro-Palestinian memorial removed in Salt Lake City

Vandalized pro-Palestinian memorial removed in Salt Lake City

Tim Vandenack, KSL.com  |  Posted May 13 - 6:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

A pro-Palestinian memorial in Salt Lake City, which vandalized on Friday, was removed Sunday per terms of a city permit, but its boosters seek a new permit to reinstall it.
Man arrested, accused of attacking 3 in Midvale domestic assault

Man arrested, accused of attacking 3 in Midvale domestic assault

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Updated May 13 - 3:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

Three people were injured, including a child, when police say a man broke into his ex-wife's Midvale apartment early Monday and attacked them.
Fire departments stressing defensible space in wildfire safety message to residences

Fire departments stressing defensible space in wildfire safety message to residences

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted May 13 - 2:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City firefighters went door-to-door in neighborhoods along the northeast bench on Saturday morning. They were giving flyers to residents letting them know about wildfire safety and the upcoming wildfire season and stressing defensible space.
Lyft driver accused of sexually assaulting intoxicated teen charged with 12 felonies

Lyft driver accused of sexually assaulting intoxicated teen charged with 12 felonies

Pat Reavy, KSL.com  |  Updated May 13 - 2:36 p.m.  |  Save Story

A Lyft driver has been charged with 12 felonies accusing him of raping a 17-year-old girl he was supposed to be driving home.
Dr. AI will see you now

Dr. AI will see you now

Lois M. Collins, Deseret News  |  Posted May 13 - 12:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dr. AI is setting up practice in a medical setting near you. And experts say your health care is likely to improve in multiple ways with that new attention to detail. But in some areas, you might want to steer clear.