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Bear tranquilized, removed from Park City neighborhood

Bear tranquilized, removed from Park City neighborhood

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 28 - 11:49 a.m.

A young bear was tranquilized and removed from a tree after wandering into a Park City neighborhood early Thursday, state wildlife officials say.
Street performers flock to Salt Lake City this weekend. Will it be the last Busker Fest?

Street performers flock to Salt Lake City this weekend. Will it be the last Busker Fest?

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 28 - 9:30 a.m.

Salt Lake City's popular Busker Fest returns this Friday and Saturday, but questions loom about its future beyond this weekend after proposed budget cuts.
Salt Lake City has 2 new bike trails, but will they last?

Salt Lake City has 2 new bike trails, but will they last?

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 27 - 2:41 p.m.

Salt Lake City's two newest bike projects were the subject of a new law before officially opening. Adjustments to them are still being considered.
Hoover Dam receives patriotic glow-up for America 250

Hoover Dam receives patriotic glow-up for America 250

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 26 - 9:03 p.m.

One of the U.S.'s more iconic dams received a patriotic makeover during the holiday weekend, and visitors can view it all the way up to the nation's big anniversary this July.
Railroad company to relocate Salt Lake yard, easing blocked crossing congestion

Railroad company to relocate Salt Lake yard, easing blocked crossing congestion

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 26 - 5:02 p.m.

A project to relocate a heavily used railroad yard in Salt Lake City is expected to ease some of the city's east-west transportation issues.
How Rocky Mountain Power plans to handle a potentially active fire season

How Rocky Mountain Power plans to handle a potentially active fire season

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 26 - 3:05 p.m.

Utah's largest power provider says more temporary blackouts are possible as it handles a potentially active fire season in the state.
A taste of Texas is moving into Salt Lake City's latest major development

A taste of Texas is moving into Salt Lake City's latest major development

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 25 - 12:10 p.m.

A pair of restaurants with a Lone-Star-State flair are moving into one of Salt Lake City's newest developments.
 Salt Lake City's newest trail comes with a flashy new art piece nearly 2,000 feet long

Salt Lake City's newest trail comes with a flashy new art piece nearly 2,000 feet long

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 25 - 9:01 a.m.

Salt Lake City's new urban trail solves some east-west connection struggles, and it comes with what might be the state's longest continuous art piece.
Utah's drought is worsening, but will projected El Niño offer relief this summer?

Utah's drought is worsening, but will projected El Niño offer relief this summer?

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 25 - 7:15 a.m.

Federal forecasters released new long-range weather models that signal some hope on the horizon for drought-stricken Utah.
Salt Lake City passes road closure that could solve last remaining train horn issue

Salt Lake City passes road closure that could solve last remaining train horn issue

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 23 - 9:03 p.m.

A small, indefinite road closure in Salt Lake City could help fix a complaint that west side residents have had for years.
New fire restrictions ordered for Zion, other parts of Utah ahead of Memorial Day

New fire restrictions ordered for Zion, other parts of Utah ahead of Memorial Day

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 22 - 2:07 p.m.

New fire restrictions are now in place at Zion National Park and other parts of the state.
Memorial Day weekend travel could create delays of up to 90 minutes in Utah

Memorial Day weekend travel could create delays of up to 90 minutes in Utah

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 22 - 7:33 a.m.

National and state transportation officials don't expect gas prices this Memorial Day weekend to dissuade the unofficial start of summer travel. That could lead to delays on some Utah roads.
Major TRAX delays are expected for a month beginning this weekend

Major TRAX delays are expected for a month beginning this weekend

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 21 - 10:31 p.m.

A construction project may cause major delays for blue, green and red line TRAX riders between Sunday and June 20, Utah transit officials warn.
Salt Lake City drops investigation of former councilwoman, still plans conduct changes

Salt Lake City drops investigation of former councilwoman, still plans conduct changes

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 21 - 3:04 p.m.

Salt Lake City is no longer looking into misconduct allegations made against former Councilwoman Eva Lopez Chavez, but it still wants to amend its code of conduct.
Cox issues emergency declaration as Utah's drought intensifies

Cox issues emergency declaration as Utah's drought intensifies

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 21 - 2:35 p.m.

Gov. Spencer Cox has issued an emergency declaration over Utah's worsening drought situation.
Utah lawmakers to explore lane-filtering extension, other motorcycle safety issues

Utah lawmakers to explore lane-filtering extension, other motorcycle safety issues

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 20 - 9:02 p.m.

Utah lawmakers want to take a deeper look at lane filtering and other motorcycle safety measures, as they look to solve a spike in motorcycle fatalities.
It's time to think about fire danger now, Cox says ahead of Memorial Day weekend

It's time to think about fire danger now, Cox says ahead of Memorial Day weekend

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 20 - 5:03 p.m.

Utah leaders and firefighters say the state's fire season is already here, as a result of a record-low snowpack.
Tan France has put his $7.5M Salt Lake 'dream house' up for sale

Tan France has put his $7.5M Salt Lake 'dream house' up for sale

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 19 - 11:05 p.m.

One of Salt Lake City's more recognizable residents has put his home up for sale and plans to move out of the state.
A new concept to solve Arches National Park's transportation woes has emerged

A new concept to solve Arches National Park's transportation woes has emerged

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 18 - 1:56 p.m.

A new option has emerged in an effort to solve long-standing traffic woes at Arches National Park
Help wanted: Salt Lake City accepting applications for open City Council seat

Help wanted: Salt Lake City accepting applications for open City Council seat

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 18 - 10:20 a.m.

Salt Lake City is now taking applications to represent one of the more prominent City Council seats in the state, after its previous holder's seat was vacated.
Firefighters determine cause of wildfire burning Utah's Fishlake National Forest

Firefighters determine cause of wildfire burning Utah's Fishlake National Forest

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 16 - 1:33 p.m.

Firefighters have determined the cause of a wildfire that sparked in central Utah on Wednesday and quickly became the largest wildfire in the state so far this year.
Salt Lake City airport to receive share of FAA's $970M for family-friendly traveling

Salt Lake City airport to receive share of FAA's $970M for family-friendly traveling

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 16 - 7:05 a.m.

It'll soon be easier for families to breeze through security lines at the Salt Lake City International Airport.
Utah, federal officials urge bear safety after recent attacks in the West

Utah, federal officials urge bear safety after recent attacks in the West

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 15 - 7:11 p.m.

Utah and federal wildlife officials are advising hikers to be aware of bears as the peak outdoor recreation season begins after two high-profile incidents at Western national parks.
Cox declares state of emergency over late-season freeze that created crop losses

Cox declares state of emergency over late-season freeze that created crop losses

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 15 - 1:20 p.m.

Gov. Spencer Cox issued a state of emergency on Friday over another piece of Utah's wacky winter weather.
Coalition urges Congress to allocate $2B for drought mitigation along Colorado River

Coalition urges Congress to allocate $2B for drought mitigation along Colorado River

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted May 15 - 6:38 a.m.

A coalition of over 70 groups with ties to the Colorado River is seeking at least $2 billion in drought mitigation funds amid "intensifying water supply challenges."