Carter Williams
80% of the world is now within 1 stop of Salt Lake City thanks to its newest direct flight
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 12 - 3:05 p.m.
Salt Lake City now has nonstop service to Asia for the first time in over a decade, which is key for more than just international travel.
Take a tour inside downtown South Salt Lake's 'first major development'
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 12 - 8:03 a.m.
A new, art-filled, eight-story apartment complex in the heart of South Salt Lake is open, signaling the start of new growth in the area.
'Sold on SLC' canceled after first season, stars of show say
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 11 - 7:11 p.m.
"Sold on SLC," a reality show centered around the Wasatch Front's hot real estate market, won't be continuing a second season.
How popular were Utah's ski resorts this winter? Here's what the data says
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 11 - 2:49 p.m.
Visitation at Utah's 15 ski and snowboard resorts dipped a bit this past winter with less snow in the mountains, but the state's slopes remain as popular as ever.
Salt Lake City finalizes $2.2B budget with no new tax raises — for now
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 11 - 10:01 a.m.
Utah's capital city has finalized a $2.2 billion budget, including a record $512 million in general fund spending without a property tax increase for now.
Section of 'iconic' Zion National Park trail reopens after 2 years of construction
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 10 - 7:39 p.m.
A new bridge linking Zion Lodge to one of Zion National Park's more popular trail systems is now open, ending two years of detours in the area.
Most of Utah is in drought. How will that impact fishing this summer?
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 10 - 5:04 p.m.
Utah wildlife officials say drought and lower water levels are possible in some fishing areas this summer, but there are ways to plan ahead.
Why Great Salt Lake faces a 'good news, bad news situation' this year
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 10 - 3:02 p.m.
Leaders of the state agency that oversees the health of the Great Salt Lake say they're concerned after the lake's levels peaked about 1½ feet below its highest point last year.
Wasatch Front water managers concerned by new usage trends
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 9 - 7:12 p.m.
Utah water managers say they're concerned about new water trends that have emerged as the region's irrigation season has gotten off to a warmer and drier start.
Chick-fil-A begins test of spicy new item in Salt Lake City market
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 9 - 5:59 p.m.
Chick-fil-A is once again turning to one of its busiest markets to test out an item that it could roll out nationwide in the future.
Post Malone, Kacey Musgraves and Noah Kahan to headline Salt Lake festival
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 9 - 10:00 a.m.
Some big names in the world of country and Americana music, including perhaps Utah's most prominent resident, are slated to come to Utah for Redwest Music Festival's sophomore year.
'This is about everybody': Love, support highlight annual Utah Pride Parade
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 8 - 4:09 p.m.
Tens of thousands of spectators came to support and celebrate the LGBTQ community at the 35th annual Utah Pride Parade Sunday.
Judge deems death-row inmate Ralph Menzies competent for execution despite dementia
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 6 - 7:10 p.m.
A man convicted of abducting, robbing and killing a Salt Lake woman in 1988 is competent to be executed despite suffering from dementia, a judge ruled on Friday.
New Utah exhibit offers unique perspective on mammoth, other aspects of the ice age
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 6 - 3:03 p.m.
Natural History Museum of Utah's newest temporary exhibit serendipitously offers a new lens on the state's newest mascot, and how ice changed Utah.
Popular southern Utah bakery acquired, setting up expansion to Wasatch Front
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 6 - 8:02 a.m.
A popular southern Utah bakery that has quickly spread to three locations is poised for growth into the Wasatch Front after being acquired by a Lehi firm.
This new Salt Lake City complex signals start of a district's major redevelopment
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 9:03 p.m.
A new 220-unit affordable housing project in Salt Lake City has opened at the heart of a neighborhood about to change.
Salt Lake City's growth has been mammoth. How long can that last?
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 1:27 p.m.
Downtown experts say they're tracking many trends that could determine if Salt Lake City can continue its rapid growth.
Salt Lake City approves $200K loan to help 'legacy business' relocate in Sugar House
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 8:22 a.m.
A Provo startup that has also become a Sugar House staple for nearly a decade is getting a boost from Salt Lake City as it relocates within the neighborhood.
What to expect as downtown Main Street goes carless every weekend this June
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 8:05 a.m.
Main Street in downtown Salt Lake City will once again go carless this Friday, as the city brings its Open Streets back.
Why this weekend's Sailfest could be a last hurrah for Great Salt Lake boaters — for now
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 5 - 6:14 a.m.
Sailfest is a Great Salt Lake tradition, returning to the lake this weekend. But event organizers fear that this year's event could be the last for the foreseeable future.
Utah's wildfire risks require 'continuous readiness,' new state report finds
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 4 - 3:02 p.m.
A new state report, ordered by Gov. Spencer Cox, outlines Utah's wildfire risks and recommendations to prevent future "catastrophic fires."
Salt Lake City's big 300 West bike extension plans hit a small snag with the state
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted June 3 - 3:03 p.m.
A new bike path in Salt Lake City is about to be extended, but it won't look exactly how city transportation officials first imagined because of a new state law.
Why Salt Lake City Police Department is seeking a 12.5% budget increase
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted May 31 - 10:10 a.m.
Salt Lake City's police department is seeking a nearly $135 million budget for the 2026 fiscal year, almost $15 million more than last year.
Why water conservation remains a 'top priority' in Utah after Cox's drought order expires
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted May 29 - 5:03 p.m.
Gov. Spencer Cox's emergency drought declaration has now expired, but state water managers say conservation should "remain a top priority" as summer approaches.
