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Harmful dust from Great Salt Lake disproportionately affects minority populatoins, study finds
Wind-swept dust from the exposed lakebed of the Great Salt Lake disproportionately affects minority communities in Salt Lake City, new research from the University of Utah shows.
Officials remind public of fire restrictions ahead of holiday weekend
SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) West Desert District is reminding the public about Stage 1 fire restrictions ahead of the Independence Day holiday and holiday weekend. These restrictions apply to BLM-managed lands within the counties of Box Elder, Cache,, Morgan, Rich, Salt Lake, Summit, Tooele, Utah, Wasatch and Weber. Additionally, the WDD fire prevention order is still in effect.
Salt Lake City Sports District Deal: $900M Renovation and Arena Agreement
Salt Lake City is nearing a $900 million deal with Ryan Smith, owner of the NBA's Utah Jazz, for renovations and a new sports district. The agreement mandates teams to play home games at the Delta Center for 30 years or face significant penalties. $900 million deal for arena renovations.
Video: The plan for a new downtown SLC could come with added ticket fees
The plan for a new downtown SLC could come with added ticket fees. We are learning more about the plan as the contract between Salt Lake City and Smith’s Entertainment Group has been revealed. Lindsay Aerts, KSL 5 TV Reporter, joins Dave and guest host Morgan Lyon-Cotti to break down the latest.
Wildlife Center of Salt Lake City raising money for expansion
SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — When the new Wildlife Center of Salt Lake City opened in January, it was a dream come true for the employees and volunteers who staff the facility. The center takes in wild animals that have been hurt, displaced or need medical care. Britnee Chenty said the new center has one goal in mind: “They go back into the wild, that’s our number one priority. It is to get these guys back out where they are supposed to be."
University of Utah Swim and Dive: 16 Athletes Earn CSCAA Scholar All-American Honors
University of Utah's swimming and diving team celebrates as 16 student-athletes make the CSCAA Scholar All-American roster. This includes five First-Team All-American honorees such as Emilia Nilsson Garip, Kathryn Grant, and Jaek Horner, recognized for their GPA of 3.5 or higher and qualifying for the NCAA Championships. 16 student-athletes honored...
What New Physical Development Plan Means for Student Life at the U
Over the past few months, the University of Utah campus planning team has been working on a new Physical Development Plan in efforts to support the Impact 2023 Strategic Plan. This 10-year plan is expected to increase campus capacity and redefine student life at the U. “We want to go...
Lift manufacturer Doppermayr expanding presence in Salt Lake City
Doppelmayr is an Austrian company that builds lifts and people movers for ski areas, urban transport and even amusement parks. The company is involved in local lift projects, such as Deer Valley Resort’s expansion and other additions at Snowbird and Powder Mountain. Doppelmayr announced Monday that it’s doubling the...
Rainiers Win With Chaotic Finish
A seemingly normal baseball game went off the rails in the final two innings last night, with the Rainiers somehow emerging with an 8-7 win over the Salt Lake Bees. Tonight, Tacoma will go for a three-game sweep of the home leg of this week’s six-game home-and-home match-up with the Angels affiliate.
60 In 60: #41 Utah’s Simote Pepa (Defensive Tackle)
SALT LAKE CITY – The countdown is on for Hans & Scotty’s 60 in 60 for the 2024 college football season. Landing at No. 41 is Utah Utes defensive tackle Simote Pepa. Pepa becomes the fifth Utah defender to make the list, joining No. 58 Sione Fotu (LB), No. 50 Aliki Vimahi (DT), and No. 43 Smith Snowden (CB).
Utah Highway Patrol Increasing DUI Enforcement This Month
(Salt Lake City, UT) — The Utah Highway Patrol will put extra resources into DUI enforcement this month. The Fourth of July and Pioneer Day are right around the corner, and drunk driving tends to increase around holidays. U-H-P officials say there will be more than 280 additional DUI shifts across 37 agencies, and officers will be on the lookout for people driving while under the influence.
Salt Lake Bees Sweep Pacific Coast League Weekly Awards
SALT LAKE CITY – Despite a series split for the Salt Lake Bees last week in Albuquerque, N.M., two players earned individual recognition for their standout performances. First-year pitcher Ryan Miller was named Pitcher of the Week, while recently signed Keston Hiura earned Player of the Week in the PCL.
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