Adam Small

DHS says a man detained by ICE was a predator. His attorneys say that's libel

DHS says a man detained by ICE was a predator. His attorneys say that's libel

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 1:09 p.m.

After Jair Celis was arrested by ICE, the Department of Homeland Security is now being accused of libel by his legal representation due to comments it made on social media alleging he was a predator.
Utah has lost 60% of its immigration judges in a matter of months, causing growing case backlog

Utah has lost 60% of its immigration judges in a matter of months, causing growing case backlog

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted July 26 - 9:08 p.m.

Utah has lost three of its five immigration judges, which has created "chaos," according to immigration attorney Adam Crayk, and he doesn't see it getting better any time soon.
What's on tap for Great Salt Lake in the 2025 Utah general legislative session

What's on tap for Great Salt Lake in the 2025 Utah general legislative session

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 20 - 8:28 p.m.

The Great Salt Lake is once again expected to be a topic of discussion and action for Utah lawmakers in the 2025 general legislative session, which starts on Tuesday.
Great Salt Lake makes new gains to start new year. What does it need in 2025?

Great Salt Lake makes new gains to start new year. What does it need in 2025?

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 2 - 9:04 p.m.

The Great Salt Lake has already received a welcome boost since the end of the irrigation season, but experts hope that run will continue after recent storm activity within its basin.
Despite warning signs, vehicles getting stuck in muddy Bonneville Salt Flats

Despite warning signs, vehicles getting stuck in muddy Bonneville Salt Flats

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted May 14 - 6:32 p.m.

This time of year, the famous Bonneville Salt Flats might look the same on the surface, but experts warn that what's under that salt is very different now.
US 89 closed to southbound traffic at Davis-Weber county line  for the weekend

US 89 closed to southbound traffic at Davis-Weber county line for the weekend

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted April 27 - 9:20 a.m.

It just got harder to get home for people heading to tonight's commencement at Weber State University.
How to dispose of real trees and what to recycle post-Christmas

How to dispose of real trees and what to recycle post-Christmas

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 7:38 p.m.

Now that Christmas morning mayhem is in the rearview mirror, it's time to part ways with your Christmas tree, if it's real.
Migration from California, other states still a huge factor in Utah's rising rent prices

Migration from California, other states still a huge factor in Utah's rising rent prices

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 12:00 p.m.

Utah's rapid growth is not slowing down, and Californians are still leading the mass influx of people moving to the Beehive State.
Mortgage rates back below 7%. How does it affect Utah buyers?

Mortgage rates back below 7%. How does it affect Utah buyers?

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 18 - 5:08 p.m.

Mortgage rates are finally back below 7% for the first time since August. Overall, this is good news for the local market, according to a senior research fellow at the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute.
Utah domestic violence victim advocates call for funding amid a surge of demand

Utah domestic violence victim advocates call for funding amid a surge of demand

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 9 - 6:50 a.m.

The new domestic violence lethality assessment law in Utah appears to be working well, but victim resource providers say they need help meeting the surge in demand.
Riverton High teacher wins $50,000 for his automotive classes

Riverton High teacher wins $50,000 for his automotive classes

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 7 - 8:19 p.m.

Jay Hales went to work Tuesday morning thinking it was business as usual. But it turned into one of the biggest mornings of his 25-year career.
UDOT prepares Bangerter Highway for bigger changes, nonstop freeway

UDOT prepares Bangerter Highway for bigger changes, nonstop freeway

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 7 - 8:51 a.m.

The Utah Department of Transportation is finishing its preparations to turn more of Bangerter Highway into a nonstop freeway.
Utah lawmakers plan to reevaluate water rights held by mineral companies on the Great Salt Lake

Utah lawmakers plan to reevaluate water rights held by mineral companies on the Great Salt Lake

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 9:38 p.m.

In the coming months, Utah lawmakers will likely take another look at the annual water rights held by mineral companies along the Great Salt Lake.
Advocates thank lethality-assessment law for increase in calls

Advocates thank lethality-assessment law for increase in calls

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 25 - 8:02 p.m.

There's promising new data about Utah's new law that requires law enforcement to conduct lethality assessments on domestic violence calls.
Great Salt Lake brine shrimp population increases as lake reaches healthy levels

Great Salt Lake brine shrimp population increases as lake reaches healthy levels

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted June 11 - 8:38 a.m.

The brine shrimp industry is breathing a sigh of relief thanks to the rising water level of the Great Salt Lake.
Northbound Legacy Parkway closing this weekend for West Davis Highway bridge work

Northbound Legacy Parkway closing this weekend for West Davis Highway bridge work

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted May 5 - 9:04 p.m.

If you drive north on Legacy Parkway between Farmington and Centerville, you're going to have to use I-15 or another alternate route this weekend.
Syracuse neighbors: 'We've never had anything like this happen'

Syracuse neighbors: 'We've never had anything like this happen'

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted May 3 - 2:06 p.m.

Neighbors who witnessed a police shooting in Syracuse Tuesday night are recounting the tense moments that led up to it.
Here's why schools usually wait until the morning of to call a snow day

Here's why schools usually wait until the morning of to call a snow day

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 21 - 8:04 p.m.

One of the biggest storms of the season making its way into Utah. School officials around the state are keeping an eye on possible snow day conditions.
What's behind northern Utah's 'brown clouds'? New study pinpoints a major source

What's behind northern Utah's 'brown clouds'? New study pinpoints a major source

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 26 - 3:01 p.m.

A new federal study offers a stronger look at the pollution sources during winter inversions, including a previously unreported chemical.
SafeUT reaches 1 million messages for the first time

SafeUT reaches 1 million messages for the first time

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 7:34 p.m.

SafeUT, an app that connects people in crisis to a counselor, has exchanged one million messages with users in a single year.
Developer behind Utah Lake islands project appeals state's decision to scrap application

Developer behind Utah Lake islands project appeals state's decision to scrap application

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 7 - 10:06 p.m.

Lake Restoration Solutions is firing back after a Utah agency pulled the plug on a $6 billion-plus plan to create human-made islands at Utah Lake in late October.
University of Utah police undergoing training to build trust with students

University of Utah police undergoing training to build trust with students

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 3 - 9:18 a.m.

University of Utah Police are undergoing training to help build trust with the students on campus. The department has made numerous changes since the scrutiny that came with Lauren McCluskey's murder in 2018.
Some businesses near Sugar House fire may take weeks to reopen

Some businesses near Sugar House fire may take weeks to reopen

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 1 - 8:41 a.m.

Some businesses surrounding the location of a Sugar House construction fire won't be open for a while, officials say.
Media messaging that humanizes communities doesn't change attitudes, study says

Media messaging that humanizes communities doesn't change attitudes, study says

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 16 - 2:28 p.m.

Media messaging with the intent to change people's attitudes towards communities by "humanizing" them are proven to be ineffective, new research from BYU shows.
Lehi City set to break ground on new fiber network

Lehi City set to break ground on new fiber network

Adam Small, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 1:22 p.m.

Officials with Lehi City say they are set to break ground on a new network they hope will bring better internet connection speeds and a variety of providers to residents.