Utah Valley University explains origin of viral "texting lane" photo
A student's photo of a stairwell on the UVU campus went viral this week. It shows separate lanes for walking, running and texting. The school says it's a tongue-in-cheek nod at mobile addiction. Photo credit: UVU Marketing and Communications
3m Jun 17, 2015
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The term "transracial" new focus in the Rachel Dolezal race debate
People defending now-former Spokane NAACP chief Rachel Dolezal against claims she misrepresented her race have used the label "transracial" to describe her. LaShawn Williams-Schultz, an adjunct faculty member at Salt Lake Community College and mental health therapist at Wasatch Family Therapy spoke with Scott and Maria about the history of the term.
3m Jun 17, 2015
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Former SLC Police Chief fires back over his resignation today
Chris Burbank joined Scott and Mary Ellen on Utah's Afternoon News to explain why he thinks Mayor Ralph Becker forced him out for political reasons.
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A mom of a Bear Lake accident victim says she's received a lot of support.
Tandi Hadley said she's always been amazed at how much she has been blessed. She felt she could handle anything. Then her teenage daughter, Siera, was killed in a boating accident that killed her and 3 others.
2m Jun 06, 2015
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Altice asks for leniency in letter to judge
Former Davis High School teacher Brianne Altice tells a judge in a letter that she wants to stay out of prison when she is sentenced for having sex with 3 students. She also says she is sorry and that she needs is another chance. KSL Newsradio's Cleon Wall has more on the letter.
29s May 30, 2015
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An accident at Camp Williams sends a marksman to the hospital
A marksmanship competition goes awry, and base officials say a freak accident sent a bullet fragment into a man's shoulder.
1m May 29, 2015
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May sets record for number of days with measurable rainfall in Utah
A series of rainy days in May helped Salt Lake City set a new precipitation record.Photo credit: Dave Cawley, KSL
2m May 29, 2015
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Charges in FIFA investigation draw comparison to Utah's Olympic bid scandal
The U.S. Justice Department's action against professional soccer's ruling body have one University of Utah scholar seeing similarities with Salt Lake City's bid to host the 2002 Olympic Winter Games.
2m May 28, 2015
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Utah water quality boss reacts to new EPA clean water rules
The Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers hope to better protect waterways with a new set of rules, but critics like Utah Senator Orrin Hatch call them an overreach.
1m May 27, 2015
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Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation plans $5 million investment in facilities
The sites used for the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympic Winter Games are getting more than a fresh coat of paint this year, thanks to new investments from private donors, government and others. Photo credit: Ravell Call, Deseret News
2m May 26, 2015
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Fees to rise at many national parks, monuments in Utah
Just in time for summer, the National Park Service has revealed entrance, camping and permit fee hikes for many of Utah's most popular tourist destinations.
1m May 23, 2015
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Search and rescuers prepare for busy Memorial Day weekend
A rescue in The Subway of Utah's Zion National Park highlights the dangers people can face in the backcountry. Search and rescuers in the park are hoping people will take precautions to heart ahead of Memorial Day.Photo credit: Dave Cawley, KSL
2m May 21, 2015
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2 people arrested for placing skimming device on a bank ATM
Orem Police are still searching for a man who used a skimming device on a bank ATM. But they did find 2 people the suspected thief was working with. KSL Newsradio's Cleon Wall has the details.Photo Courtesy: Orem Police Department
1m May 20, 2015
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Weak winter snowfall causes drop in ski and snowboard tourism in Utah
Numbers released by Ski Utah show a key metric for measuring the strength of the state's ski and snowboard industry dropped during the 2014-2015 season.
3m May 19, 2015
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Skimming device found on Orem bank ATM
Orem Police are hoping to capture a guy who was trying to take bank customers money. KSL Newsradio's Cleon Wall reports he was trying to do it with some technology.
1m May 19, 2015
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Biker gang shootout in Waco, Texas brings new attention to Utah biker activities
An organized crime expert with the Utah County Sheriff's Office said three national biker gangs are active in the state, but they are not as prolific as in some other areas. Photo credit: Thomas Voekler via Wikimedia Commons
2m May 18, 2015
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Mitt Romney not nervous ahead of boxing bout against Evander Holyfield
KSL Newsradio's Paul Nelson spoke with former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney shortly ahead of his charity match against boxing champ Evander Holyfield in Salt Lake City. Romney said he will not wear a helmet.
2m May 16, 2015
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Former U.S. Attorney questions impact of Boston Marathon bombing death sentence
Attorney Brett Tolman, who previously served as U.S. Attorney for Utah, said the death sentence handed down by a jury today for Dzhokhar Tsarnaev raises questions about the application of capital punishment. Photo credit: Jeffrey D. Allred
2m May 16, 2015
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Utah's attorney general speaks out against human trafficking in House committee
Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes told lawmakers he's embarrassed the majority of sex slavery customers are U.S. citizens. He's advocating new laws cracking down on the practice. Photo courtesy: Utah Attorney General's Office staff
2m May 15, 2015
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New water restrictions in place for much of northern Utah due to drought
The Weber Basin Water Conservancy District has placed new restrictions on outdoor watering due to drought conditions. People in Davis, Weber, Box Elder, Summit and Morgan Counties will face limits on how often they can water their lawns each week.
2m May 15, 2015
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Midvale mother who claims son ran her over wants criminal charges for teen
A severely injured mother who says her 17-year-old son ran her over fears prosecutors will give the boy a slap on the wrist. Apollonia Lambertus granted KSL an exclusive interview from her hospital bed, where she's been since May 4th. Photo credit: Laura Sietz, Deseret News
2m May 14, 2015
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Questions over former UHP trooper's credibility put criminal cases on hold
The Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office has placed cases brought by former Utah Highway Patrol Neil Green on hold while it reviews them for potential credibility issues.
2m May 13, 2015
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Sherpa who holds record for most ascents of Mt. Everest returning to Utah following earthquakes
A legendary mountain climber will return to his home in Utah this week. Apa Sherpa survived both of the strong earthquakes in Nepal. His foundation continues gathering donations for quake relief efforts.
2m May 12, 2015
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Father of two-year-old boy killed in Layton abuse case mourns son's death
The father of James Sieger, Jr. spoke with reporters just hours after his son was removed from life support at Primary Children's Hospital. Layton Police believe the boy's mother stood by as her boyfriend badly beat him. Photo courtesy: James Sieger
2m May 12, 2015
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Search for unexploded ordinance underway near St. George
Contractors for the Utah National Guard are scouring Winchester Hills east of Snow Canyon State Park for unexploded artillery rounds from the 1950s and 60s. Lt. Col. Steven Fairbourn explains why some area homeowners will need to temporarily evacuate or have demolitions experts on their properties. Photo credit: Cpl Ian Forsyth/MOD via Wikimedia Commons
1m May 11, 2015
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Veterans Affairs secretary vists Utah, praises local reform efforts
The head of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs received his MBA from the University of Utah. He returned today to deliver the U's commencement address. He also toured VA facilities while in Salt Lake City. Photo courtesy: Jill Atwood, VA Salt Lake City HCS
2m May 07, 2015
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St. George girl escapes apparent abduction attempt
A St. George mother says "stranger danger" talks with her daughter paid off when the eight-year-old fended off an odd man outside the family's home. Police are asking for public help in identifying the man. Photo credit: Stace Hall, KSL
2m May 06, 2015
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Former BYU QB opens up about his addiction to drugs
Max Hall says he tried to hide his addiction to painkillers, but is now glad he was arrested for drug possession. He believes it will help him turn his life around.(Photo Credit: Patrick Breene/Arizona Republic
1m May 05, 2015
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North Salt Lake seeks public input on landslide remediation plan
Homeowners on the brink of a devastating landslide say they're still waiting for the city and developer to deal with the aftermath nine months later. North Salt Lake has proposed a $2 million remediation plan but no one has stepped forward to foot the bill. Photo credit: Ravell Call, Deseret News
2m May 05, 2015
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Orem Police release 911 call from fatal parking lot shooting
A concealed weapons permit holder confronted a suspected carjacker outside an Orem grocery store. This is the 911 call the gun owner made after shooting the other man.
1m May 04, 2015
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Weber State grad tells story of overcoming mother's addiction, homelessness
Weber State University graduated its largest-ever class today. Ogden resident Shaquille Heath spoke during commencement, sharing her story of overcoming personal challenges in order to achieve in education. Photo credit: Weber State University
1m May 02, 2015
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UDOT opens SR-65 through East Canyon earlier than usual
Low snowpack and warm temperatures have the Utah Department of Transportation on track to open northern Utah's mountain passes earlier than normal. SR-65 through East Canyon opened before the start of May.
2m May 01, 2015
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Governor Gary Herbert holding out hope for Healthy Utah in Washington, D.C.
Utah's governor and legislative leaders met with U.S. Health and Human Services Director Sylvia Burwell in the nation's capital. They continue to negotiate on a state-specific Medicaid expansion alternative. Photo credit: Utah Governor's Office
2m Apr 30, 2015
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LDS Church makes $100,000 donation to combat child abuse
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has delivered a check for $100,000 to the Avenues Children's Justice Center. It comes after church auxiliary leaders toured the facility, which aims to help children who are victims of abuse. Photo credit: Scott Winterton, Deseret News
1m Apr 29, 2015
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Two Utah police chiefs who worked the streets of Maryland see lessons to learn from Baltimore riots
West Valley City Police Chief Lee Russo and Provo Police Chief John King both worked around Baltimore before coming to Utah. They say the outburst of violence there could happen in any American city.
4m Apr 28, 2015
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The leader of the Apa Sherpa Foundation shares ways to help earthquake-ravaged Nepal
Utahn Apa Sherpa was in his native country of Nepal during the major, deadly earthquake there. Apa holds the record for the most ascents of Mount Everest. The man who leads the Apa Sherpa Foundation, Jerry Mike, spoke with Scott and Maria about how people can help the people of Nepal.
4m Apr 28, 2015
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Family of missing Provo woman makes new plea for help in search
Volunteers plan to sweep the area where Elizabeth Elena Laguna Salgado disappeared on April 16th. She'd last been seen leaving the Nomen Global Language Center at 384 West Center.
2m Apr 25, 2015
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Mild winter has snakes, spiders emerging early in Utah
Reptiles are coming out of hibernation earlier than usual in Utah due to warmer-than-usual spring conditions. One expert also tells KSL black widow spiders are out in force this year.
2m Apr 24, 2015
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Utah State Parks warning of cold water dangers from spring boating
The rescue of a teen and his grandfather at Willard Bay has highlighted the increased risk from early-season access to Utah's lakes and reservoirs. Photo credit: Dave Cawley, KSL
3m Apr 23, 2015
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National Park visitor spending increases in Utah during 2014
The National Park Service has released new numbers showing roughly $730,000,000 in economic impact from park visitors in Utah during 2014. That's up from the prior two years. Photo credit: Dave Cawley, KSL
2m Apr 23, 2015
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Kylie Jenner lip challenge trend poses serious health risks
An internet fad dubbed the "Kylie Jenner challenge" has doctors concerned. It involves young women plumping their lips using a shot glass and suction. The results can prove comical but a plastic surgeon says the potential for tissue damage is serious.
2m Apr 21, 2015
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Murray, Salt Lake County roll out new rain barrel program
Local government leaders use economies of scale to make water conservation barrels more affordable for some of the nation's heaviest water users.
2m Apr 21, 2015
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Utah runner reflects on mood during rainy Boston Marathon
A sight-impaired Utahn heard a lot of support during her run at the Boston Marathon. She shared her feelings with Scott and Tim after completing the event. Photo credit: Brenda Petersen
2m Apr 20, 2015
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BYU research shows treadmill desks don't cause major productivity cut
Walking and working are not mutually exclusive, if you believe research from BYU. Study co-author and neuroscientist Michael Larson explains why. Photo credit: Jaren Wilkey, Brigham Young University
2m Apr 18, 2015
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Utah carries out major earthquake drill
The Great Utah Shakeout simulated a strong magnitude-7 earthquake, to test emergency response procedures. University of Utah Seismograph Stations Director Keith Koper explained what kind of impact a quake like that would have. Photo credit: Kaitlin Loukides, KSL-TV
3m Apr 17, 2015
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Heavy spring snow storm spikes avalanche concerns in northern Utah
The Utah Avalanche Center has issued an avalanche warning, two weeks after stopping its seasonal advisories at the start of April. It's because of heavy snowfall coupled with wind. That's increased avalanche danger in the Wasatch Mountains. Photo credit: Mike DeBernardo, KSL-TV
2m Apr 15, 2015
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Friends, colleagues reflect on the death of former Utah Governor Norm Bangerter
Former Utah Governor Norman Bangerter has died after suffering a stroke. His Lieutenant Governor Val Oveson shared his thoughts with Tim and Maria on Utah's Afternoon News. Photo credit: Ravell Call, Deseret News
3m Apr 15, 2015
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Utah Department of Health puts $150,000 price tag on measles outbreak
Efforts to contain three measles cases tied to a nationwide outbreak cost Utah taxpayers more than $100,000. The Utah Department of Health says it's evidence of the need for vaccination.
3m Apr 14, 2015
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Super Dell Schanze admits fault one day after refusing plea deal
Former Totally Awesome Computers owner Dell Schanze accused reporters of lying on Thursday after refusing a plea deal in a wildlife harassment case. On Friday, he quietly returned to court and pleaded guilty to the very crime he'd denied committing.
1m Apr 11, 2015
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Mosquitoes make an early comeback
Davis County Mosquito Abatement workers have started aerial spraying in an effort to limit exploding bug numbers. They say warm spring weather have mosquitoes hatching earlier than normal.
2m Apr 09, 2015
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