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Snow Squad: Deer Valley Ski Patrol demonstrates avalanche rescue dogs' intense training, drills
Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV | Posted March 23 - 7:05 p.m. | Save Story
When avalanches strike, Deer Valley Ski Resort's Ski Patrol brings in its furry search crew: dogs with the training to find people quickly.
Why Utah researchers plan to study one of Great Salt Lake's key residents
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 22 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
Westminster University researchers recently received $50,000 to explore how water salinity and other variables impact a vital Great Salt Lake species.
Another winter advisory issued in Utah ahead of spring temps
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 21 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
Some of Utah's mountain areas could receive another foot of snow this weekend before warmth brings 70-degree temperatures back to the Wasatch Front.
Cox celebrates Utah's recent snowpack bump, cautions some cities will still have to 'sacrifice'
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 21 - 8:04 a.m. | Save Story
Even with a much-needed snowpack bump, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox says he believes water districts will have to work closely with municipalities on water consumption this year.
Luxury rail company plans to expand scenic train route to include more of Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 21 - 7:38 a.m. | Save Story
There will soon be a new scenic way to travel between Utah's and Colorado's capital cities.
Why feds are asking people to avoid these popular Utah climbing spots, for now
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 20 - 11:06 a.m. | Save Story
Federal land managers are asking rock climbers to avoid climbing in a canyon near Moab for most of the spring because it aligns with a vital period for one of the canyon's resident species.
Hogle Zoo welcomes female Chinese red panda
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted March 20 - 8:21 a.m. | Save Story
William, the Chinese red panda, will no longer be alone in his enclosure at Utah's Hogle Zoo after a female red panda from Ohio has joined him.
Snowboarder, 55, dies after being found injured and buried in snow at Park City resort
Collin Leonard, KSL.com | Posted March 19 - 8:32 p.m. | Save Story
A 55-year-old from out of state was injured and buried in snow while snowboarding on the Canyon's Village side of the Park City ski resort, later dying of his injuries.
These iconic scenes were filmed in Utah. Now they're part of a new trail network
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 19 - 3:12 p.m. | Save Story
A new state trail network essentially blends the love of cinema with an appreciation of the outdoors and small towns.
Skiers share the moment their vehicle was engulfed by avalanche in Little Cottonwood Canyon
Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV | Posted March 19 - 8:15 a.m. | Save Story
Among those hit by an avalanche in Little Cottonwood Canyon Tuesday were Juston Puchar and Chris Leonard, who recount their heart-pounding experience during the unexpected event.
2 cars caught in avalanche near Snowbird Ski Resort; no injuries reported
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Updated March 18 - 11:07 p.m. | Save Story
Crews are responding to an avalanche that occurred above Snowbird Ski Resort Tuesday.
The 91-year record Salt Lake City won't break this winter
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 3:11 p.m. | Save Story
The last few storms have finally helped Salt Lake City avoid a record set over nine decades ago.
Athlete uses his mouth to design gift for adaptive ski event
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted March 17 - 9:08 p.m. | Save Story
Every attendee at an adaptive ski challenge next week will be getting a special gift — a goggle cover designed by a 19-year-old Utah man who draws with his mouth.
Warnings, advisories issued as more valley, mountain snow heads to Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated March 17 - 3:03 p.m. | Save Story
An incoming storm is expected to deliver more valley snow, as well as possibly up to 2 feet of snow or more in parts of Utah's mountains.
'Make it fun for them': Park City Olympic aspirants on a mission to diversify skiing
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted March 15 - 9:39 a.m. | Save Story
Park City-based skiers and Olympic aspirants Fantaye Gilbertson and Tallulah Proulx are on a mission to bolster interest in skiing among Black and other minority kids.
Sens. Lee, Curtis and Rep. Mike Kennedy introduce bill to block control of Utah public lands
Eva Terry, Deseret News | Posted March 13 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Sens. Mike Lee and John Curtis were joined by Utah Rep. Mike Kennedy in sponsoring the Natural Asset Company Prohibition Act on Tuesday.
'Blood worm moon' lunar eclipse to occur over Utah. But will you be able to see it?
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 13 - 1:04 p.m. | Save Story
A lunar eclipse will occur over Utah for the first time since 2022 Thursday night and early Friday, but many Utahns may find it difficult to view.
Winter storm warning issued as 'active' rain, snow pattern returns to Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 12 - 4:33 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's next storm could provide over a foot of mountain snow and a few inches of valley snow by the end of the workweek. More storms are also on the horizon.
