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If you plan to camp over Memorial Day Weekend, you may want to begin the planning process now....
Allessandra Harris

Camping over Memorial Day Weekend? Plan ahead

If you plan to camp over Memorial Day Weekend, you may want to begin the planning process now.
11 months ago
A man is in the hospital after falling into the Jordan River on Sunday, May 14, 2023.(Steve Griffin...
Matt Brooks, KSL.com

Man in critical condition after being rescued from Jordan River

Police issued a reminder of the dangerous state of the streams and rivers during the spring runoff after a man was rescued from Jordan River.
11 months ago
Unified police...
Mark Jones

Woman dies in hiking accident in Big Cottonwood Canyon

Unified Police say a 34-year-old woman died Friday following a hiking accident in Big Cottonwood Canyon.
11 months ago
a sprinkler shoots water over grass, utah drought conditions have improved...
Allessandra Harris

Utah is no longer in a severe drought

After the state's record-breaking snowpack, and for the first time in four years, the state is out of severe drought conditions.
11 months ago
Deer Creek dam contruction sign pictured...
Jed Boal, KSL TV

Construction update for Deer Creek Dam begins

The Deer Creek Dam and Reservoir are getting construction improvements so they can continue to deliver water to the community and mitigate flooding.
11 months ago
Last week on the KSL Greenhouse show, Taun and Maria gave some options for weed control on our lawn...
Michelle Lee

Weed control options for your lawn

A healthy lawn needs an application of fertilizer at least once or twice a year. Additionally, you may need to use a weed killer occasionally.
11 months ago
State Route 39 in Ogden Canyon has reopened after water undercut the roadway Thursday. A river floo...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com

Ogden Canyon reopens after river flooding causes road collapse

UDOT officials announced Thursday evening that the canyon had reopened to traffic, albeit with a "one-way, alternating traffic configuration."
11 months ago
The Great Salt Lake is getting a little boost from a new water diversion coming from the Weber Rive...
Lindsay Aerts

Great Salt Lake getting a bump from Weber River water diversion

The Weber Basin Water Conservancy District said water released today from the Weber River will eventually make it to the Great Salt Lake.
11 months ago
ogden river flooding...
Elizabeth Weiler

River causes damage, indefinite closure to SR-39 through Ogden Canyon

A river flood advisory is in effect for the Ogden River below Pineview Reservoir as UDOT works to control portions of SR 39.
11 months ago
Water flowing at Spanish Fork River. (Joshua Butts)...
Andrew Adams

Police renew warnings to stay away from fast-moving rivers after Spanish Fork close call

Officials urge people to use common sense and caution—whether in Spanish Fork or elsewhere around the state this spring.
11 months ago
A family in Eden was evacuated Wednesday evening due to a mudslide. Photo credit: Weber Fire Distri...
Mark Jones

Family in Eden evacuated due to mudslide

Family evacuated after mudslide hits their home in Eden.
11 months ago
two people pictured on a scenic lift ride, which will be available at the sundance mother's day eve...
Allessandra Harris

Sundance hosting weekend Mother’s Day event

A Mother's Day event at Sundance Mountain Resort will include things like spring skiing and scenic lift rides.
12 months ago
A recent string of trespassing incidents has te Utah Department of Transportation asking people not...
Adam Small

Trespassing on West Davis Corridor sites costing taxpayers millions

Utah transportation officials and police report multiple incidents of trespassing near the West Davis Corridor.
12 months ago
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Ladd Egan, KSL-TV

When will Deer Creek, Jordanelle reservoirs reach capacity this spring?

If done correctly, both reservoirs will reach capacity sometime in June just as the snowmelt comes to an end.
12 months ago
Utah's tourism industry experienced record growth in visitation and spending, according to a study ...
Mark Jones

Things to know when visiting Zion National Park

Jonathan Shafer, a spokesman for Zion National Park, joined KSL at Night on Tuesday to discuss what visitors should expect when visiting the park this summer.
12 months ago
Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson has issued a state of emergency after spring runoff that lead t...
Mark Jones

Salt Lake County extends state of emergency to June 13

To help get a better handle on the flooding situation, Salt Lake County extended its state of emergency Tuesday afternoon to June 13.
12 months ago
Burned trees piled on the School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration land pictured...
Adam Small and Samantha Herrera

$300,000 cleanup getting property back to raising money for public schools

The School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration has to clear decades worth of bullets and rifle pellets from a former Boy Scouts camp.
12 months ago
As the Bear River continues to rise, city leaders in Corinne are rushing to shore up the banks and ...
Mike Anderson

Corinne tries to contain Bear River, prevent damage

The job of shoring up Bear River banks and protecting property is necessary during spring runoff, but this year it's proving costly too.
12 months ago
river flood watch...
Mark Jones

Flooding: Eubank says the state is OK for now, still has a ways to go

KSL-TV meteorologist Kevin Eubank joins Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News to disuss where things stand at the moment regarding state flooding.
12 months ago
Sprinklers water a lawn in Salt Lake City on Friday, May 7, 2021. (Spenser Heaps, Deseret News)...
Curt Gresseth

Are you eligible for a landscape rebate?

Only 35 of Utah’s 329 cities qualify for the landscape rebate, which pays homeowners $3 per square foot to rip out their thirsty lawns. Cynthia Bee of the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District joins the show to discuss the statewide program.
12 months ago
Deer crossing sign...
Adam Small

New deer crossing tech will alert drivers when wildlife is nearby

Drivers on SR-73 in Eagle Mountain could soon see flashing lights and a warning to slow down thanks to new infrared technology.
12 months ago
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Tim Hughes

Quagga mussels: Utah boaters asked to help fight against invasive species

Quagga mussels are looked for on boats that come out of Lake Powell. Wildlife experts are trying to prevent the aggressive species from spreading.
12 months ago
Allergy season has arrived and the excess moisture has contributed to higher pollen and mold.Wa...
Allessandra Harris

A wet winter may bring severe allergy season

Trees and flowers are in full bloom bring Utah resident's allergies. A doctor weighs in on tips to help those who have allergies.
12 months ago
river flood watch...
Peter Johnston

National Weather Service says watch for flooding potential for Utah rivers

Five rivers are being closely watched as part of the larger flooding potential for Utah as snowpack continues to run off the mountains.
12 months ago

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