Dan Rascon

Dan Rascon

Man living with ALS carried to Delicate Arch in emotional birthday trek

Man living with ALS carried to Delicate Arch in emotional birthday trek

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted March 29 - 7:15 a.m.

A dream came true for a Utah man living with ALS and confined to a wheelchair, thanks to the determination of family and friends who helped him reach the famous Delicate Arch.
3 kids hospitalized after being hit by cars in less than a week

3 kids hospitalized after being hit by cars in less than a week

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted March 24 - 8:40 a.m.

Three children from three different cities are in the hospital after being hit by vehicles in separate incidents over the past several days.
Family remembers unbreakable bond of 2 cousins killed in tragic crash near Strawberry Reservoir

Family remembers unbreakable bond of 2 cousins killed in tragic crash near Strawberry Reservoir

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted March 19 - 9:01 p.m.

Family and friends describe two friends killed in an accident near Strawberry Reservoir as being together in life, and now, together in death.
Couple accused of stealing liquor using rideshare cars as getaway vehicles

Couple accused of stealing liquor using rideshare cars as getaway vehicles

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted March 18 - 10:32 p.m.

According to Cottonwood Heights police, the same couple has hit the same liquor store four times this month, each time in a rideshare vehicle.
Utah artist creates portrait to bring comfort to family after Wayne County tragedy

Utah artist creates portrait to bring comfort to family after Wayne County tragedy

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted March 10 - 9:30 a.m.

A Utah artist is hoping to bring a measure of peace to the family of one of three women killed in a devastating murder last week in Wayne County.
A week of joy and music: Tabernacle Choir's Brazil tour ends in São Paulo

A week of joy and music: Tabernacle Choir's Brazil tour ends in São Paulo

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted March 1 - 10:30 p.m.

The world tour to São Paulo wrapped up on Sunday night for the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square, which has spent the past week performing in Brazil.
Tabernacle Choir opens São Paulo world tour stop with powerful performance

Tabernacle Choir opens São Paulo world tour stop with powerful performance

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 26 - 8:34 p.m.

The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square had its first of four concerts in São Paulo, Brazil, in one of the city's most unique venues: a renovated train station turned into a music hall.
Tabernacle Choir heads to São Paulo for sixth stop on global 'Songs of Hope' Tour

Tabernacle Choir heads to São Paulo for sixth stop on global 'Songs of Hope' Tour

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 23 - 11:17 a.m.

The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square is traveling thousands of miles away from Salt Lake for the sixth stop on its world tour.
School nurse, bystanders' quick actions save Utah County crossing guard after cardiac arrest

School nurse, bystanders' quick actions save Utah County crossing guard after cardiac arrest

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 21 - 8:49 a.m.

Kirk Nixon, a 71-year-old Pleasant Grove school crossing guard, is alive today thanks to the fast actions of a school nurse and a few bystanders last October.
Utah parents and students launch new high school ski racing league

Utah parents and students launch new high school ski racing league

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 10 - 1:15 p.m.

A group of Utah parents and students is working to launch the first-ever Utah High School Ski Racing League, tapping into the state's deep ski culture and the excitement surrounding the Winter Olympics.
A 'dream job' for a Utah artist behind a third of the pro football hall of fame busts

A 'dream job' for a Utah artist behind a third of the pro football hall of fame busts

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 9 - 6:00 p.m.

A Utah artist and former BYU football player is marking a major milestone in a dream career — sculpting the bronze busts of NFL legends for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Parents urged to stay vigilant as Lehi police arrest multiple suspected child predators

Parents urged to stay vigilant as Lehi police arrest multiple suspected child predators

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 4 - 9:38 p.m.

Parents are being urged to remain vigilant after Lehi police arrested three suspected child predators in just a matter of weeks, which according to investigators, is unfortunately typical.
Protesters call for stronger action against ICE at Salt Lake City Council meeting

Protesters call for stronger action against ICE at Salt Lake City Council meeting

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 4 - 9:00 a.m.

Dozens of demonstrators gathered inside the Salt Lake City Council building Tuesday night, urging city leaders to take stronger action against ICE.
Utah woman missing after mysterious route change; family desperate for answers

Utah woman missing after mysterious route change; family desperate for answers

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 3 - 5:05 p.m.

A desperate search is underway for 69‑year‑old DeEtte Spencer, who vanished after leaving her daughter's home in Colorado. Investigators say she was last seen at a Walmart in Price.
AI cameras now watching for wildfires in southwestern Utah

AI cameras now watching for wildfires in southwestern Utah

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 31 - 10:56 a.m.

Four new high‑tech AI camera stations have been installed as part of a pilot project aimed at detecting smoke from wildfire almost instantly.
Breakthrough research suggests football players can cut brain injury risk

Breakthrough research suggests football players can cut brain injury risk

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 27 - 8:02 p.m.

A major breakthrough in brain health research suggests that red‑light therapy could significantly protect football players from long‑term head injuries.
Jordan Academy students win national NASA TechRise Challenge

Jordan Academy students win national NASA TechRise Challenge

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 22 - 11:10 a.m.

Everyone was stunned, including the winners, as they learned that a group of their classmates had just won the NASA TechRise Student Challenge. They were the only group in Utah to win the national award.
Family remembers father and grandfather killed in fast-moving trailer fire in Helper

Family remembers father and grandfather killed in fast-moving trailer fire in Helper

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 21 - 7:15 a.m.

A fast-moving and devastating fire claimed the life of Rudy Draper, 73, a beloved father and grandfather, in the central Utah town of Helper, and family members are in mourning.
Wilderness therapy group saves man's life after UTV crash in Emery County

Wilderness therapy group saves man's life after UTV crash in Emery County

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 8:20 a.m.

A wilderness therapy group in central Utah are being hailed as heroes after jumping into action to save a couple trapped beneath their overturned UTV on Monday afternoon.
Amber Alert marks 30 years of saving lives in Utah and nationwide

Amber Alert marks 30 years of saving lives in Utah and nationwide

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday marked the 30th anniversary of the Amber Alert, sent when a child is in imminent danger, and officials say the program continues to save lives in Utah and around the country.
'We weren't alone': Family shares miraculous story of survival in Michigan church attack

'We weren't alone': Family shares miraculous story of survival in Michigan church attack

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 11:31 a.m.

A family who escaped the horrific attack on a Latter-day Saint congregation in Grand Blanc, Michigan, says they believe divine intervention saved their lives.
Heartbreak for Utah County family after missionary son dies suddenly in New Mexico

Heartbreak for Utah County family after missionary son dies suddenly in New Mexico

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 7 - 9:46 a.m.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints confirmed Elder Caleb Martin passed away in his sleep over the weekend while serving in the New Mexico Farmington Mission.
College grad devastated after U-haul stolen while passing through Salt Lake City

College grad devastated after U-haul stolen while passing through Salt Lake City

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 30 - 10:00 a.m.

A college graduate from Colorado is devastated after all of her belongings were stolen while she was staying at hotel in Salt Lake City.
Ballet West mourns loss of beloved costume designer days before 'Nutcracker' opening

Ballet West mourns loss of beloved costume designer days before 'Nutcracker' opening

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 5 - 6:15 a.m.

Just two days before Ballet West's iconic "Nutcracker" opens in Salt Lake City, the company is grieving the unexpected death of costume manager Cindy Farrimond.
Officials warn about cold water dangers as winter approaches

Officials warn about cold water dangers as winter approaches

Dan Rascon, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 24 - 9:45 p.m.

As temperatures drop, officials are reminding Utahns that water safety isn't just a summer concern.