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Indigenous director of GSL documentary hopes film sparks new conversations on saving the lake
Vanessa Hudson, Amplify Utah | Posted Nov. 6 - 11:01 a.m. | Save Story
A documentary focused on Indigenous stewardship of Great Salt Lake is the latest cry, filmmakers say, for state leaders to listen to Indigenous voices who believe the issue has been "scienced to death."
Utah directs $21M to help spur 38 outdoor recreation projects in the state
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 6 - 6:23 a.m. | Save Story
Dozens of outdoor recreation projects planned across Utah are receiving a boost from the state.
Fish species illegally introduced at Utah reservoir within Colorado River drainage
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 5 - 9:45 p.m. | Save Story
Utah wildlife officials are again reminding people that it's illegal to dump fish into bodies of water after state biologists discovered an unapproved species had been introduced at a southeast Utah reservoir.
'Outdoor Boys' is back on YouTube — sort of
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 5 - 8:03 p.m. | Save Story
The wildly popular "Outdoor Boys" will be back on YouTube this weekend — in a limited engagement.
Utah's 15 ski resorts made upgrades for this winter, but weather is delaying at least 1 opening
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 5 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's 15 ski resorts spent nearly $600 million toward investments over the past few years, but weather may still delay some openings this year.
Grand County sees record-breaking search and rescue operations in October for 2025
Dan Rascon, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 4 - 8:18 a.m. | Save Story
Grand County is known for its stunning red rock landscapes and outdoor adventures. But in October, those attractions led to an unprecedented number of emergencies.
Utah's resorts recorded 6.5 million skier visits last year. Here's how much it generated
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 3 - 9:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's resorts received 6.5 million skier visits last winter, and a new report shows how those visitors jolted the state's economy.
Eagle Mountain officials highlight proposed recreation, arts and parks tax as elections near
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 1 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
Eagle Mountain residents will decide whether or not the city will implement a local sales tax dedicated to funding recreation, arts and parks programs.
A shuttle service through Millcreek Canyon? Here's how much it could cost
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 31 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
A new study finds that a proposed shuttle service is possible in addressing Millcreek Canyon's transportation concerns, as the canyon's outdoor recreation popularity continues to soar.
Provo mayor announces goal to remove carp, invasive plants from Utah Lake by 2034
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 30 - 6:47 p.m. | Save Story
Provo's mayor and the group that oversees Utah Lake say they want the lake free of carp and water-stealing invasive vegetation within the next decade.
$1K reward offered for helping North Salt Lake police identify golf course vandals
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 30 - 6:02 p.m. | Save Story
North Salt Lake police are asking the public for help tracking down those responsible for causing $20,000 in damages to Eaglewood Golf Course.
How Utah could someday be connected by 3,100 miles of trails
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 29 - 9:25 a.m. | Save Story
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox unveiled a master plan for a 3,100-mile statewide trail network.
Ski magazine readers ranked the 30 best resorts in the West. Here's how Utah fared
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 28 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Utah has some of the best resorts in the West, and one of the best overall might still be in northern Utah.
Have You Seen This? Massive elk herd tromps across Colorado town
Payton Davis, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 27 - 3:30 p.m. | Save Story
An "incredible and unexpected" moment took place in Loveland, Colorado, when countless elk passed through a residential area.
New movie sheds light on wilderness therapy, its approach to hope and healing
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 27 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
The Anasazi Foundation uses nature as medicine to help teens and families in crisis.
Officers watch for evidence of poaching during prime Utah hunting season
Andrew Adams, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 27 - 8:55 a.m. | Save Story
In the middle of multiple hunting seasons in Utah, state law enforcement officers said Sunday they were on the lookout for evidence of poaching as they highlighted the damaging effects of a recent case.
An atmospheric river is moving through the West. How will it impact Utah?
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 25 - 9:55 p.m. | Save Story
An atmospheric river moving across the West this weekend triggered a winter weather advisory for some of Utah's mountains.
Community effort reopens beloved mountain road in American Fork Canyon
Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 25 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
Forest Service Road 085 in American Fork Canyon had been shut down after a section collapsed during a heavy snowpack. On Friday, a group of enthusiasts brought it back.
Diego the sea lion dies at Utah's Hogle Zoo
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 24 - 1:09 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's Hogle Zoo announced on Friday the death of Diego, a California sea lion who made history as the biggest animal to get a CT scan at the University of Utah Hospital.
Idaho hunter shoots grizzly bear in self-defense near Island Park, Idaho
David Kennard, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Oct. 24 - 6:17 a.m. | Save Story
Officials said a big game hunter shot and killed a male grizzly bear in self-defense in Island Park on Saturday morning, according to a statement from Idaho Fish and Game.
'Accidental discharge' of gun leaves competitor injured during Hurricane shooting competition
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 23 - 10:46 p.m. | Save Story
A person was injured after an accidental shooting at a competition in southern Utah Thursday.
Utah's surprising new agricultural star and other noteable findings from new USU report
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 23 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
There's a surprising new star in Utah's agricultural industry, and it might be sitting in a vase somewhere in your home.
Why Utah will require chronic wasting disease testing in Ogden's 2026 deer hunt
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 23 - 6:32 p.m. | Save Story
Utah wildlife officials say they will require hunters in its Ogden unit to have deer testing for chronic wasting disease beginning next year.
Specialty Utah conservation plate raking in the money
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 23 - 9:58 a.m. | Save Story
In the span of six years, Utah specialty license plates dedicated to wildlife have raised nearly $2 million from residents who do a simple "mark the box" option on their state tax return or purchase them in person.
Utah resort expands its art collection into a museum you can ski through
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 23 - 8:09 a.m. | Save Story
Powder Mountain added more art pieces toward its plan to become a "skiable outdoor art museum."
Man rescued after falling more than 40 feet in American Fork Canyon
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 22 - 10:40 p.m. | Save Story
A rock-climbing accident caused a man to fall in American Fork Canyon Wednesday evening, according to police.
Deadline for Great Salt Lake water projects extended as shutdown creates new hurdle
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 22 - 9:06 p.m. | Save Story
Utah leaders are extending a deadline for projects that may help bring water to the Great Salt Lake because they say the government shutdown makes it difficult to coordinate with agencies.
Utah still has 'a long road ahead' despite record-setting moisture, state says
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 21 - 5:05 p.m. | Save Story
The first three weeks of Utah's 2026 water year have been "outstanding," but state water managers warn that there's plenty of ground to make up from the previous water year.
Damage from flash flooding prompts closure of Pine Valley Recreation Area for cleanup
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 20 - 10:30 p.m. | Save Story
The aftermath of last weekend's storm in southern Utah left "significant damage" in the Dixie National Forest area.
Deer Valley to add 7 new lifts this season as it doubles skiable terrain
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 19 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Deer Valley Resort won't open until next month, but it's showcasing nearly 80 new runs made available with the addition of seven new lifts set to open this season.
8 years after closure, Liberty Park's old fountain reimagined with deeper meaning
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 16 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
A new feature in Liberty Park transforms the old Seven Canyons Fountain into a thought-provoking representation of the Salt Lake Valley's water system.
Parts of Utah drop out of moderate drought for the first time since July
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 16 - 3:18 p.m. | Save Story
This month's storms continue to work their magic when it comes to Utah's drought situation, but it has a long way to go.
Utah City integrates wellness with residential living through new Peloton partnership
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 15 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
How a joint partnership between a developing Utah County community and Peloton could signal the future of residential living
Coalition warns Colorado River could drop to critical lows, calls for 9 urgent reforms
Andrew Christensen and Brooke Larsen, The Times-Independent | Posted Oct. 14 - 1:57 p.m. | Save Story
The Colorado River could reach dangerously low levels as soon as next year under dry conditions, and environmental groups say leaders aren't acting quickly enough to address the crisis.
4-year-old boy rescued from Big Cottonwood kept alive by machine, family says
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 14 - 11:15 a.m. | Save Story
A GoFundMe account for the family rescued from Big Cottonwood Canyon says the father suffered frostbite and his 4-year-old son is being kept alive by a heart and lung bypass machine.
Construction crews in Millcreek Canyon warn of danger after closure signs ignored
Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 14 - 7:19 a.m. | Save Story
The upper part of Millcreek Canyon is one of the most beautiful spots in Salt Lake County for hikers and bikers, but right now, it's also dangerous.
Hurricane Priscilla brought big rain totals to Utah — and more rain in the forecast
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 4:44 p.m. | Save Story
The remnants of Hurricane Priscilla came as advertised, bringing big precipitation totals to drought-stricken Utah over the weekend, which also created some significant challenges.
Then and now, Moab is next level
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 12 - 10:05 a.m. | Save Story
From author Edward Abbey then to Brad Walker now, Moab's Utahraptor State Park has never ceased to amaze. And Walker wants everyone to experience the wonders, too.
What happens if there is a massive wildfire in the Cottonwood canyons?
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 11 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
As drought continues to cripple water resources and demand land management change, there is increasing attention on the risk inherently built into some of the most visited areas in Utah.
Flood watch area expanded as Hurricane Priscilla remnants impact Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 10 - 10:17 p.m. | Save Story
More flash flooding is expected at many of Utah's outdoor gems on Friday, and additional flooding is likely on Saturday, as remnants of Hurricane Priscilla move through the state.
Salt Lake warns citations could be used for Millcreek Canyon construction trespassers
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 10 - 5:46 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake County authorities say they may start issuing citations amid an uptick of bicyclists trespassing into a construction zone in Millcreek Canyon.
Outdoor Retailer is leaving Utah again — this time for a new home
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 9 - 12:46 p.m. | Save Story
Outdoor Retailer is leaving Salt Lake City once again, but for another reason and a different outdoorsy state this time around.
Flood watches ordered as remnants of Hurricane Priscilla head toward Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 9 - 11:21 a.m. | Save Story
A flood watch has been issued for a large swath of Utah's southern half as remnants of Hurricane Priscilla move into Utah.
'Lovesick for king coal': Trump administration pushing new coal leasing in southern Utah
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 8 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" has cleared the way for 48,000 acres of previously off-limits Utah public land to be available for coal leasing.
Lightning strike causes wildfire in Zion National Park, prompting multiple closures
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 8 - 6:17 p.m. | Save Story
A wildfire burning in Zion National Park has grown to 25 acres and is forcing closures in the area
Utahns among hundreds of Mount Everest hikers impacted by extreme blizzard
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 8 - 7:40 a.m. | Save Story
A Herriman man and his cousins attempt to summit Mount Everest, but were cut short due to severe snow storm on the high peak.
How some Utah hunters can get $800 gift card — and save a rare species
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 7 - 8:36 p.m. | Save Story
Some of the hunters looking to bag wildlife this month could also walk away with an $800 gift card for outdoor equipment while also helping one of the state's most endangered species.
Provo to close section of Bonneville Shoreline Trail for wildfire debris cleanup
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 7 - 4:34 p.m. | Save Story
A mile-long section of the popular Bonneville Shoreline Trail will be closed in Provo for approximately a month while crews clean up along a recent wildfire and its burn scar.
Utah lawmakers pass bill to raise Great Salt Lake berm during special session
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 6 - 6:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah lawmakers passed a bill that authorizes the state land managers to raise a berm within the Great Salt Lake if salinity levels become a problem again as lake levels fall.
Dust storms around the Great Salt Lake more frequent than previously thought
Leia Larsen, Great Salt Lake Collaborative | Posted Oct. 6 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Health risks associated with dust pollution continue to kick up interest in the Great Salt Lake, and new research shows Utah's youngest residents may be the most vulnerable to its fallout.
The fun, silly ways Utahns get into the fall season
Karli Davis, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 6 - 11:11 a.m. | Save Story
There are hues and other cues that signal it's finally fall in Utah. Which ones are your favorite?
Where to catch the new Warren Miller ski film 'Sno-ciety'
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 6 - 7:26 a.m. | Save Story
Ski and snowboard season can't be far away if a new Warren Miller film is playing on the big screen, and you can see it for the first time in Salt Lake City on Oct. 18.
Utah's water year leaves many worried — but there is hope
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 5 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
The entire state of Utah is experiencing drought, with nearly 76% in severe drought, and officials are hoping Utahns will heed calls to "be vigilant" and conserve water.
Location, location, location — emergency help in 3 words
Ken Fall, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 4 - 10:32 a.m. | Save Story
Word combinations are assigned to every 3-meter by 3-meter square, on land and sea across the globe. Fifty-seven trillion of them.
Bear walks into Arizona grocery store, runs around for a few minutes
Associated Press | Updated Oct. 2 - 2:12 p.m. | Save Story
A bear surprised shoppers at a southern Arizona grocery store when it walked through the front door and ran around inside for a few minutes before exiting the building.
Livestock landscaping: Vermont ski areas employ goats and sheep to clear the slopes
Amanda Swinhart and Holly Ramer, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 1 - 8:04 p.m. | Save Story
Months before the first snow beckons skiers, sheep and goats are hitting the slopes in Vermont.
Ice Castles pausing Midway attraction for upcoming winter season
Curtis Booker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 1 - 6:36 p.m. | Save Story
A popular winter attraction, Ice Castles, will not return to Utah for the 2025-26 season.
Utah is 'committed' to keeping national parks open if federal government shuts down
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 29 - 6:10 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Office of Tourism said it is "committed" to keeping the state's national parks, monuments and other outdoor recreation sites open in the event the federal government shuts down this week.
