Emily Ashcraft
Guest artists share what it was like performing at the Tabernacle Choir's 2024 Christmas Concert
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 20 - 7:11 p.m.
Guest artists and choir leaders spoke about the Tabernacle Choir's 2024 Christmas concert, which shares the story of Charles Mulli and his family, during a press conference on Friday.
Judge declines to dismiss murder case related to Eagle Mountain crash
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 20 - 12:00 p.m.
A judge ruled on multiple motions in preparation for the trial for Kent Cody Barlow during a hearing on Thursday. Barlow is charged with the murder of two 3-year-old boys following a crash.
Utah appeals court affirms murder conviction for man who shot, killed his neighbor
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 18 - 11:04 a.m.
On Dec. 12, the Utah Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Bradly Hunt who shot and killed his neighbor in Washington County after asking the man to stay away.
Brother to spend time in jail, on probation after arranging a fight for his younger sister
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 17 - 9:49 p.m.
An 18-year-old will spend 148 days in jail and three years on probation after pleading guilty to encouraging and arranging a fight between two girls.
Utahn sent to prison for shooting, killing man on I-15 almost 16 years ago
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 13 - 6:02 p.m.
A Utah man was sentenced to a term of two to 20 years in prison Thursday for manslaughter after admitting he shot and killed a man on I-15 during rush hour traffic back in 2009.
Man thanks off-duty nurse and paramedic who saved his life at American Fork gym
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 13 - 7:38 a.m.
Kevan Elkins went into cardiac arrest while at a Vasa in American Fork. On Thursday, he thanked the off-duty nurse and paramedic who went into action and saved his life.
Attorneys prepare for lengthened murder trial for Kouri Richins
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 12 - 10:06 p.m.
In a hearing on Thursday, attorneys discussed what needs to happen before the April and May trial for Kouri Richins, who is accused of fatally poisoning her husband.
'24' actor Dennis Haysbert to narrate Tabernacle Choir Christmas concert
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 11 - 12:02 p.m.
An actor known for his resonant voice will be the narrator at the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square 2024 Christmas concert, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced Wednesday.
Testimony wraps in competency dispute for death-row inmate Ralph Menzies
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 9 - 4:04 p.m.
The final testimony was offered Monday in a hearing to determine whether Utah death row inmate Ralph Menzies is competent enough to be executed. More arguments are scheduled for April.
Church of Jesus Christ Christmas devotional encourages members to reach out
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 8 - 9:15 p.m.
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are encouraged to share the love of Christ with others this Christmas season.
Brandon Sanderson's 'Wind and Truth' released at his largest event yet
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 6 - 12:55 p.m.
Brandon Sanderson and his wife talked to a full hall at the Salt Palace Convention Center on Thursday at the release event for his latest book in the "Stormlight Archive" series.
Kearns man sent to prison for 2022 murder at Salt Lake apartment complex
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 5 - 10:58 a.m.
A Kearns man was sentenced to 16 years to life in prison after being found guilty of shooting and killing Robert Joseph Barros at a Salt Lake apartment complex in 2022.
Judge dismisses wrongful death lawsuit filed by parents of child killed in Eagle Mountain crash
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 4 - 2:16 p.m.
A judge ruled state employees and contract workers cannot be sued in the death of Odin Ratliff, a child killed in a crash caused by a man the state was overseeing on parole.
Nicholas Rossi considering plea deal to resolve rape charges as 2nd trial is set
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 3 - 8:06 p.m.
Attorneys scheduled a jury trial for Nicholas Rossi in his Utah County case in September 2025, but his attorney said he is considering a plea deal that could resolve this and his Salt Lake County case.
Man reunites with St. George Marathon runners who stepped in to save his life
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 1 - 1:13 p.m.
An emergency room doctor and two nurses happened to be in the right place at the right time when a Millcreek man experienced a cardiac arrest.
Grantsville man sent to prison for causing the death of his 18-month-old son
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 30 - 8:17 p.m.
A Grantsville father has been sentenced to a term of five years to life in prison after pleading guilty to killing his 18-month-old son in 2022.
Highland man sentenced to jail for causing 6-vehicle DUI crash in 2022
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 30 - 7:36 p.m.
A Highland man who caused a six-car pileup while driving under the influence has been sentenced to jail and three years of probation.
Ex-Utah County youth symphony leader sentenced to prison in 2nd sex abuse case
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 30 - 7:50 a.m.
Brent Taylor was sentenced to three years to life in prison Wednesday for sexually abusing boys more than 20 years ago, a sentence that will run consecutive to another similar case.
First Presidency testifies of Christ in annual Christmas message
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 29 - 4:04 p.m.
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released an annual Christmas message on Friday.
Utahn convicted of murder, but charge reduced because of 'imperfect self-defense'
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 29 - 10:31 a.m.
A jury convicted a Utah man of murder in a 2023 West Jordan shooting death, but ruled that he believed he was acting in self-defense. Because of that, a judge entered a reduced conviction of manslaughter.
Have You Seen This? Terry Crews can't stand the loss of his 300-year-old burrito on 'Studio C'
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 27 - 4:34 p.m.
Terry Crews was featured in this week's 'Studio C' episode, including this sketch where he struggles to accept the loss of a burrito and some gun after a 300-year cryosleep.
Alexis 'never had a chance': Vineyard man sent to prison for murder of his 4-month-old daughter
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 27 - 9:55 a.m.
A Vineyard man has been sentenced to prison for killing his 4-month-old daughter, who prosecutors say "was left quite literally to sit in her injuries over a significant portion of her life."
Kouri Richins asked second employee for fentanyl ahead of husband's death, warrant says
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 26 - 9:25 p.m.
New search warrants were filed this month related to the case against a Kamas woman charged with murdering her husband, showing the investigation is ongoing.
Giving Machines open in Utah and Salt Lake counties
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 25 - 7:06 p.m.
Giving Machines, part of a Christmas campaign of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, opened Monday in Orem and Salt Lake County. Others are open or open soon.
