Debbie Worthen
Weber students restore bicycles, delivering opportunity through 'Gearing Up for Good'
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted May 5 - 8:47 p.m.
A group of Weber School District students is gaining hands‑on experience while giving back to their community through a growing service program now in its third year.
Utah National Guard stages first‑of‑its‑kind homeland defense drill, Exercise Wolverine
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted May 1 - 8:33 a.m.
The Utah National Guard has staged a new drill, training in disaster response on U.S. soil, something that years ago maybe didn't seem as likely as it is now.
Thousands of volunteers roll up their sleeves for Larry H. Miller Week of Service
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted April 28 - 6:32 p.m.
Hundreds of volunteers from the Larry H. Miller Company worked in and along the Jordan River in the Power District Tuesday as part of Larry H. Miller Week of Service.
Utah survivors call for stronger victims' rights at state Capitol
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted April 27 - 8:30 p.m.
Advocates and state leaders gathered at the state Capitol on Monday to raise awareness about the ongoing challenges crime victims face long after the initial incident.
Park City grocery store becomes unlikely hub for underage drinking prevention
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted April 23 - 10:34 p.m.
A grocery store in Park City is the unexpected home of a new campaign aimed at preventing underage drinking.
Mounted Posse donates to help keep trauma‑support camp alive
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted April 21 - 1:00 p.m.
A volunteer group works closely with the Salt Lake County district attorney and the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office to make sure a beloved program for kids who have experienced trauma continues for years to come.
A very special prom night in Utah County
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted April 18 - 7:55 p.m.
Students from four different high schools gathered together at Lehi High School in Utah County Friday, ready to dance the night away at this year's Specialty Prom.
Utah nonprofit founder aims to make evictions 'a thing of the past'
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted April 15 - 8:37 p.m.
Zachary Quinn, a Provo resident who moved to Utah just six years ago, believes he's found a practical way to keep families housed — and off the streets.
Deadly motorcycle trend on Utah roads shows no signs of slowing this year
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted April 15 - 6:36 p.m.
Utah is facing another dangerous year on its roads as deadly motorcycle crashes continue to climb.
Grazing goats back at work in Eagle Mountain
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted April 14 - 5:49 p.m.
An unconventional, but highly effective "front‑line defense" is back on duty in Eagle Mountain — goats. They're helping weed, improve soil health and reduce wildfire risk citywide.
Tooele family calls daughter's survival a 'week of miracles' after devastating Easter fall
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted April 10 - 10:01 a.m.
A Tooele family said this week has been nothing short of miraculous after doctors gave their 20‑year‑old daughter less than a 2% chance of surviving a traumatic fall on Easter Sunday.
West Jordan man honored after stopping $23,000 scam
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted March 26 - 6:36 p.m.
Mauricio Campos is being recognized for quick thinking and compassion after he kept an elderly woman from losing over $23,000 to a sophisticated phone scam.
Utah couple reeling after thieves steal U‑Haul during cross‑country move
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted March 20 - 6:37 p.m.
A Utah couple is trying to rebuild after thieves stole nearly everything they owned during a cross‑country move.
Family identifies critically injured 12-year-old hit on scooter in West Jordan
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted March 20 - 5:06 p.m.
A 12-year-old boy was hospitalized with critical injuries after being hit by vehicle while on a scooter in West Jordan Wednesday.
Warm weather has Utah gardeners planting early, with a watchful eye on frost
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted March 19 - 10:33 p.m.
With sunshine breaking through and temperatures climbing, Utah gardeners are itching to get their hands back in the soil — just so long as frost doesn't get in the way.
Ogden family mourns loss of 3-year-old after sudden illness
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted March 18 - 7:40 a.m.
After a monthlong fight against pneumonia and the flu, a 3‑year‑old Ogden boy has died.
Spider‑Man surprises Eagle Mountain boy battling rare cancer
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted March 13 - 10:33 p.m.
A 3‑year‑old boy fighting a rare and aggressive form of cancer got the surprise of a lifetime when his favorite superhero showed up at his door — in full costume, ready to sling webs and spark smiles.
Inmates create first‑of‑its‑kind documentary inside Utah State Prison
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Jan. 31 - 7:15 a.m.
A groundbreaking documentary — conceived, filmed and produced entirely by inmates at the Utah State Prison — is giving the public an unprecedented look at life behind bars.
Families still waiting for justice 3½ years after deadly South Jordan crash
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Jan. 25 - 12:03 p.m.
The families of Brayden Long and Anthony Sandoval are hoping a trial date will finally be set for the woman accused of hitting and killing their sons three and a half years ago.
Community rallies around beloved Sandy teacher after house fire
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Jan. 24 - 4:20 p.m.
Karen Fitch is facing one of the most difficult moments of her life after she lost her home in a fire, and yet she has found herself surrounded by the very love she gave to others.
Vigil in Logan joins nationwide outcry after Minneapolis shooting
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Jan. 10 - 12:56 p.m.
One small but determined group gathered Friday evening in Logan to honor the life of Renee Good, the woman shot and killed during an encounter with ICE agents in Minneapolis earlier this week.
Utah farmers may miss out on federal aid amid economic struggles
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Dec. 13 - 5:02 p.m.
President Donald Trump announced a $12 billion aid package aimed at helping the nation's struggling farmers. But Utah farmers may not see much of that relief — at a time when costs are high, and profits are low.
Yuletide at the Village brings holiday cheer and hope to Salt Lake City
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Dec. 12 - 10:04 a.m.
The Yuletide at the Village offers holiday shopping, food trucks, live entertainment, and a Giving Tree — all while raising funds.
Penny shortage threatens completion of Provo business's unique floor project
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Nov. 12 - 8:43 a.m.
As the U.S. Mint winds down production of the penny, one local business finds itself in a race against time to complete a project where the humble coin takes center stage.
