Carter Williams
Freeze watch issued for Wasatch Front, as second storm brings more rain and snow
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 1 - 7:11 p.m.
A storm that broke up Utah's dry stretch proved to be no joke, and there's more on the way — and colder temperatures — for the state's northern half.
Salt Lake City has a housing shortage. Will expanding housing options fix affordability?
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 1 - 5:07 p.m.
Salt Lake City is seeking to shake up its residential zones, which could allow for more housing types across a third of the city, as it aims to handle affordability hurdles.
Salt Lake City unsure what DHS pause means for proposed ICE 'mega center'
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted April 1 - 3:13 p.m.
Salt Lake City is unsure if the DHS decision to pause the purchase of new warehouses has any effect on a proposed ICE "mega center" in the city.
A 'big win': US to move Forest Service headquarters to Salt Lake City
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 31 - 4:41 p.m.
Utah is home to more than 8 million acres of U.S. Forest Service land, and it's now poised to be home to the agency's operations.
Advisories issued as wintry weather returns to snap Utah's early summer preview
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 31 - 3:20 p.m.
Utah's early summer preview is coming to an end, as a mix of rain and snow returns to the Beehive State this week.
Full 2026 Ogden Twilight Concert Series is now out. Here's who is headlining
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 31 - 12:40 p.m.
Some big names, award-winning artists and indie favorites are all coming to northern Utah's biggest outdoor series this year.
New wildfire burns unoccupied structure, outbuilding near Yuba Reservoir
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 30 - 3:56 p.m.
An unoccupied structure and outbuilding were destroyed by a wildfire that sparked Monday afternoon.
What happened to the trees outside of Trolley Square?
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 30 - 2:50 p.m.
Residents and customers were surprised and saddened to find that more than a dozen mature trees lining the entrance of Trolley Square were cut down late last week.
'Inventive' restaurant chain set to expand to Utah this summer
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 30 - 1:25 p.m.
A restaurant chain that's steadily grown by blending "inventive food" and a "deep love of music" is coming to Utah in Salt Lake City's Granary District.
Eyesore or opportunity? Residents debate proposed hotel next to Sugar House Park
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 28 - 12:05 p.m.
There remains very little agreement over a rezone that would allow for up to a 90-foot building next to the popular Sugar House Park.
USA climbers strongly support Salt Lake training center, say it will grow the sport
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 27 - 5:34 p.m.
Members of the USA Climbing Athletes' Commission published an open letter on Friday strongly endorsing a new training center in Salt Lake City.
Spring break travel could cause delays on big Utah roads despite rising gas prices
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 26 - 10:39 p.m.
The average price of a gallon of regular gas surpassed $4 statewide this week, but Utah transportation officials say they don't expect that it will dissuade spring break travel.
Utah governor vetoes 2 bills following legislative session
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 26 - 6:01 p.m.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has vetoed two bills, one providing internet access on school buses in rural areas and another addressing complaints against medical providers.
Most of Utah in severe drought or worse; 3 more resorts to close early
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 26 - 3:01 p.m.
Record-breaking temperatures have caused drought intensity to worsen in Utah. Three more resorts are now set to close this week, but mountain snow could return next week.
Construction season is here: UDOT to embark on 176 projects worth $2.8B in 2026
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 26 - 2:35 p.m.
Utah transportation officials announced Thursday that they're planning to begin 176 new construction projects worth approximately $2.8 billion in 2026.
UTA set to extend S-Line deeper into Sugar House with resolution in place
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 26 - 11:00 a.m.
A project to extend the S-Line toward the Sugar House Shopping Center is expected to begin in May, after Salt Lake City signed off on an interlocal agreement with Utah Transit Authority.
Southwest Utah continues to be a US leader in growth, but what about other regions?
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 26 - 10:00 a.m.
New Census Bureau data shows how southwest Utah's two biggest population hubs remain key drivers in population growth across the U.S.
Utah's water situation is bleak this year. These barrels can help conservation efforts
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 25 - 9:05 p.m.
The Utah Rivers Council's RainHarvest program is back, and the nonprofit expects this year might be the busiest one yet because of the record low snowpack.
Salt Lake Bees roster unveiled — and they all have a target to hit
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 25 - 2:01 p.m.
The Salt Lake Bees roster includes plenty of rising stars in the Los Angeles Angels system, who have already taken some hacks at the team's new promotional item.
Salt Lake City approves downtown street closures for 2027 temple open house
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 25 - 10:00 a.m.
A few street segments in downtown Salt Lake City will be closed for half of 2027 under an ordinance that city leaders approved Tuesday for the Salt Lake Temple open house.
Salt Lake City adopts emergency water ordinance that also complicates ICE facility
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 24 - 10:58 p.m.
Salt Lake City passed a measure that might fend off the development of an immigrant detention center on the city's west side.
Salt Lake City initiates process to rename street honoring Cesar Chavez
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 24 - 8:35 p.m.
Salt Lake City will rename 500 South that honors Cesar Chavez, following a report last week that detailed accusations and evidence of sexual assault.
Historic Tower Theatre to be partially deconstructed — but it'll help restore its 1920s design
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 24 - 4:34 p.m.
Work to deconstruct the facade of a historic Tower Theatre in Salt Lake City is expected to begin this spring, all in an effort to restore its original, nearly century-old design.
Could a ground collision happen at Utah's busiest airport?
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 23 - 5:00 p.m.
Communication between airplanes and vehicles has come into question as agencies investigate the fatal collision between a passenger jet and a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport.
