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Parents of teens killed in car accidents celebrate their children, urge caution when driving
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 22 - 7:04 p.m. | Save Story
The Teen Memoriam program recognized Utah teens killed in car crashes in 2023. Some parents were on hand to share stories and spread the message to be cautious on the roads.
Davis County to hold mental health screening for children from preschool to 6th grade
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 22 - 8:15 a.m. | Save Story
Davis County health officials host a mental health screening twice a year, where parents come with their children to meet with a therapist and discover how to get help.
From disliking to loving vegetables, Utah couple runs nonprofit to help people grow their own
Peter Rosen, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 21 - 12:10 p.m. | Save Story
John and Holly Trimble used to dislike vegetables. Not only do they love them now, the Ogden couple runs a nonprofit to help other people grow their own.
Pet cat recovering 1 week after it was missing, found injured on I-215
Brianna Chavez, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 21 - 7:35 a.m. | Save Story
Ashley Lockwood isn't sure how her furry friend, Rocky, ended up in the middle of I-215, but she is happy to have him home.
Worth the wait: Son with Down syndrome gets service dog
Karah Brackin, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 19 - 2:11 p.m. | Save Story
Two years ago, the Pilcher family was in the process of raising money for a service dog for their family to support their oldest son. Now their hopes have been answered.
Ruby Franke's oldest daughter speaks to Utah lawmakers on behalf of children in family vlogs
Shelby Lofton, Mary Culbertson and Carlysle Price, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 18 - 6:20 a.m. | Save Story
Ruby Franke's oldest daughter spoke on Utah's Capitol Hill in a meeting that aimed to address minors' involvement in social media that yield income.
Thanks to its fall festival, 'downtown ranch' still standing strong
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 13 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
Like a lot of family farmers and ranchers these days, Heather Limon and her brother Dalon Hinckley have to be creative to stay afloat.
Hospice need not be a 'scary word' for those in need of help
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 12 - 10:17 a.m. | Save Story
To work in a field where death is the expected outcome might not seem enjoyable, but these hospice workers say it's fulfilling and an honor to be a part of.
Kevin Franke calls for more transparency while lawmakers mull changes to child welfare law
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 10 - 5:06 p.m. | Save Story
While a legislative panel met behind closed doors about the death of Gavin Peterson, the father of kids abused by Ruby Franke criticized the agency and called for more transparency.
Boys & Girls Club working to fill child care gap, highlight need for investment
Ashley Fredde, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 9 - 7:02 p.m. | Save Story
An assessment by the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salt Lake highlights a gap in affordability and access to youth programs in Utah.
10 tips for your 1st trip to Tokyo
Grant Olsen for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 7 - 2:26 p.m. | Save Story
This is an excellent time to visit Tokyo, thanks to autumn weather and a favorable exchange rate. Here are 10 quick tips to help you get the most from your trip.
The youngest state in the nation is getting older — is Utah prepared for an aging population?
Ashley Fredde, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 6 - 7:18 a.m. | Save Story
Utah has long held its standing as the state with the youngest population in the nation, but it may need to make structural changes to see its older folks through their golden years.
Utah family remembers 5-year-old killed by rare cancer
Karah Brackin, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 1 - 8:02 a.m. | Save Story
As the Carey family remembered their 5-year-old after his battle with cancer, they are encouraging families to listen to their kids before it's too late.
As Romney leaves the Senate, he hopes to influence future family policy
Suzanne Bates, Deseret News | Posted Sept. 29 - 9:06 p.m. | Save Story
Sen. Mitt Romney is introducing legislation with the hope it will influence the debate on the child tax credit after he leaves office.
What you should teach your teens about car emergency prep
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 29 - 10:57 a.m. | Save Story
When it comes to getting teen drivers prepared for emergencies that can arise on Utah's streets and highways, the message is the same: You have to talk literally about it.
Child care providers, advocates call for public investment after funding dries up
Ashley Fredde, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 28 - 5:04 p.m. | Save Story
Utah parents and child care providers are calling on Utah lawmakers for public investment into the sector as the last of the federal money dries up.
11-year-old complains to city hall, designs a better playground
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Sept. 28 - 12:45 p.m. | Save Story
Some people say you can't fight city hall, but an 11-year-old in Clearfield did, and won.
Have You Seen This? Dad finds his daughter's choice of pajamas hilarious
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 27 - 3:42 p.m. | Save Story
When given the option to wear a costume to bed, this girl did not pick the type of costume her father expected.
