Dan Bammes

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Website: http://www.staging.kslnewsradio.com

Dan Bammes has worked in radio since the 1970s, first in his hometown of Provo and in Salt Lake City. He's worked in many different radio formats and covered a wide range of news stories ranging from the Thistle mudslide to the search for Elizabeth Smart. He is currently a reporter and anchor with KSL NewsRadio. Contact him at dbammes@ksl.com.

Reflections on the Thistle mudslide from a reporter who was there

It's been 40 years since mud roared onto Highway 6 in Thistle, Utah, destroying homes and a school, and, eventually, the town's existence.
12 months ago

Death penalty off the table for Lori Vallow Daybell

Lori Daybell and her husband Chad stand accused of the murders of her two children.
1 year ago

Truck on FrontRunner tracks causes delays in Farmington

A truck stuck on FrontRunner tracks in Farmington led to delays of up to 50 minutes Tuesday morning.
1 year ago

Winter is officially here, what weather does Utah have ahead?

But as winter officially began, KSL meteorologist Matt Johnson said La Niña hasn't affected our snowfall totals so far.
1 year ago

Uintah County Police activate OICI following suspect’s shooting death

The release from the Uintah County Sheriff's Office said the Utah State Bureau of Investigations would handle the officer-involved critical incident.
1 year ago

Senate passes Romney-sponsored bill to fund Great Salt Lake study

A bill to study the Great Salt Lake passed through the Senate with a unanimous vote on Wednesday. The bill would provide $5 million per year in funding.
1 year ago

The sad history of Tragedy Spring

The Mormon Battalion historic site, high in the Sierras is in sad shape after windstorms and wildfires.
2 years ago

Uber passenger killed after crash with TRAX train in downtown SLC

The train was moving eastbound through the intersection when police said the Uber car, moving at approximately 40 mph, ran a red light.
2 years ago

Utah lawmakers hear concerns about canyon wildfires, outdated plans

City council members told Utah legislators they have concerns about an aging plan to address fire in Utah's wildland urban interfaces.
2 years ago

Range of options to power a house in times of emergency

The Ford F-150 Lightning pickup truck offers an opportunity to power a house during times of emergency.
2 years ago

Romney’s Great Salt Lake bill folded into larger law, passes the Senate

Sen. Mitt Romney's Great Salt Lake bill was rolled into the larger Water Resources Development Act of 2022, which just passed in the Senate.
2 years ago

Defendants claim they are immune from fraud charges as sovereign citizens

A 62-year-old Herriman man is accused of fraud in Texas, and claims his status as a "sovereign citizen" grants him immunity from the law.
2 years ago

Lake Powell is sitting low; this group is trying to raise the water levels

Lake Powell has been drying up for years. and one group wants its levels go up by 60 feet. But that's not how a 2017 drought plan had it mapped.
2 years ago

Bountiful woman arrested after allegedly stealing $6,000 from patient

Miller, who worked with the victim as a recreational therapist when the theft occurred.
2 years ago

Jordan District will temporarily allow leis, other cultural attire, at graduation

The Jordan district will allow items of cultural significance at graduation this year, and will revisit their policy again before next year.
2 years ago

Fire sets off a propane explosion in Pleasant Grove

A Pleasant Grove fire led to a burnt shed and a power outage over the weekend.
2 years ago

Salt Lake City Council set to vote on medical protests

The Salt Lake City Council is trying to address concerns some citizens have voiced to the council about certain protests.
2 years ago

Food bank demand still near pandemic high

The Utah Food Bank is having issues buying fuel for its trucks and finding enough help to keep supplies moving to the pantries it supplies around the state
2 years ago

Making sure you have your medications in an emergency

Having your special medications ready in an emergency should be part of your planning.
2 years ago

Tooele couple arrested for abusive “discipline” of two boys

Tooele police said the "discipline" included young children wearing a box on their heads while standing for hours, police said.
2 years ago

Grandson remembers Sen. Orrin Hatch prior to funeral

A public viewing at the Utah Capitol on Thursday celebrated late Utah Sen. Orrin Hatch, whose funeral will be held Friday afternoon.
2 years ago

Broad outdoor recreation bill moving through U.S. Senate

An outdoor recreation official in Utah says the bill will help rural economies, but opponents are concerned about additional funding.
2 years ago

Your driver’s license needs this if you want to fly in the next year

The gold star on your driver's license will be needed for anyone 18 and older. Most people have been getting them as they've renewed their licenses over the past four or so years.
2 years ago

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack speaking at USU graduation despite arrest rumors

The secretary was rumored to have been arrested. That rumor was false, and Vilsack arrived in Logan to speak with no issue.
2 years ago