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Maddie Porter is a digital content producer at KSL NewsRadio. She is originally from Los Angeles, CA and enjoys writing in her free time. Contact Maddie at mporter@ksl.com.

Missing person Susan A. Lavender found safe by police

The South Salt Lake Police Department reports that Susan A. Lavender is missing. She walks with a limp and, sometimes, hitchhikes.
3 years ago

Utah wildfires currently burning within the state

Utah is currently suffering from not only an extreme drought but also eight wildfires that are engulfing the state in flames.
3 years ago

Juneteenth events scheduled for Salt Lake County

Juneteenth is officially declared a federal holiday and Salt Lake City will have a few events to celebrate.
3 years ago

Apartment complex in Millcreek goes up in flames Wednesday

An apartment complex is on fire in Millcreek and shot flames and smoke into the air on Wednesday while burning quickly.
3 years ago

1-year-old child dead after Clearfield driveway accident

CLEARFIELD, Utah — A 1-year-old child is dead after being run over in a driveway in Clearfield, apparently the result of an accident, police said.  Assistant Clearfield Police Chief Devin Rogers confirmed by the time emergency services responded, the child was already dead.  According to Rogers, the report came in around 10:41 a.m. Thursday. Police […]
3 years ago

Fatal car accident on Highway 40 in Heber

A fatal accident on highway US-40 in Heber City is causing major delays; the estimated clearance time is 7:00 PM.
3 years ago

One man dead in West Valley following drive-by shooting

A drive-by shooting occurred early Tuesday morning in West Valley leaving one man dead, according to West Valley City Police. 
3 years ago

Raising Cane’s in Utah is officially open for business

Finally! Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, a famous chicken franchise officially has its very own location in South Jordan, Utah.
3 years ago

Headed to Provo Canyon? Expect major weekend traffic delays

Utah Valley Marathon officials are warning people of the heavy traffic expected Saturday in Provo Canyon; use alternative routes.
3 years ago

Heat expected over the weekend won’t help the Utah drought

Utah is truly bringing on the heat, with more to come over the weekend -- breaking any and all previous records.
3 years ago

Utah man sentenced to 30 years in death of wife on cruise

A Utah man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison in the beating death of his wife on an Alaska cruise. The federal judge handing down the sentence Thursday described the 2017 crime as violent and brutal.
3 years ago

Is Utah seeing an uptick in ticks within wildlife and landscape?

From Antelope Island to the Wasatch Range, Utah ticks are showing up and it's important to know how you can protect yourself.
3 years ago

Springville man killed by train carrying 140,000 pounds of coal

Witnesses say a pedestrian tried to cross the rails before being struck by a train carrying 140,000 pounds of coal through Springville.
3 years ago

Body found near Exchange Park in Provo Tuesday afternoon

According to Provo Police Department Detective Paul Shade, the body of a male has been found near Exchange Park Tuesday afternoon.
3 years ago

Wasatch County Firefighters are working to put out a fire near Heber

HEBER, Utah- Wasatch County Fire is on the scene of a fire burning near 4800 E 1200 S just outside Heber City. Officials from Wasatch County Fire say the fire was a controlled burn that got out of hand. It is unknown at this time what caused the fire to get out of control. The […]
3 years ago

Draper City Fire on the scene of a commercial building fire

Draper City Fire was called to the scene when a commercial building broke out in flames causing both directions of State St. to close.
3 years ago

California man dead after incident at Sand Hollow State Park

A California man was pronounced deceased on the scene when officials arrived at the Sand Hollow State Park recreation area.
3 years ago

As Tulsa digs for victims of the 1921 race massacre, victims say the road to justice is a long one

One hundred years and a day after one of the country's bloodiest massacres of the 20th Century, the city of Tulsa, Oklahoma, on Tuesday will begin exhuming bodies possibly linked to the crimes.
3 years ago

Top tips for a trauma-free holiday weekend from Intermountain Healthcare

The message to stay safe comes as Intermountain Healthcare hospitals have seen nearly a 10%  increase in trauma-related accidents this year.
3 years ago

VFAST foresees to apprehend more violent criminals after pandemic

The Violent Fugitive Apprehension Task Force, VFATF, wanted to send a message to violent criminals that once the pandemic ends, so does their party.
3 years ago

Suspect accused of stealing deputy’s truck, I-15 shootout in Juab County

A suspect is in custody after exchanging gunfire with law enforcement on I-15, causing it to shut down for hours Wednesday evening in Juab County.
3 years ago

Salt Lake City School District requiring masks through the end of the school year

The Salt Lake City School District announced Wednesday they will be requiring masks through the end of the 2020-2021 school year.
3 years ago

Utah’s Legislature deciding to ban schools from requiring masks this fall

Utah's Legislature is deciding on Wednesday whether or not to ban schools from requiring masks in the upcoming school year.
3 years ago

New Jordan River Trail bridge unveiling in West Jordan Friday

YOU'RE INVITED! The West Jordan City Mayor, Dirk Burton, will cut the ribbon to unveil a new bridge by the Jordan River Trail on Friday.
3 years ago