Debbie Worthen

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.

5-year-old boy faces long recovery after dog attack in southern Utah
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Nov. 2 - 12:03 p.m.
Leo Fuller, from Hurricane, Washington County, is facing a long road to recovery after a traumatic dog attack left him with severe facial injuries on Oct. 25, but his mom wants answers.

New Utah clinic aims to save firefighters' lives through early cancer detection
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Oct. 16 - 8:26 a.m.
A groundbreaking new clinic dedicated to screening firefighters for cancer has officially opened its doors, marking a major milestone in Utah's fight to protect those who protect us.

Federal court victory for teen with Down syndrome sparks hope for inclusive education
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Oct. 14 - 7:43 a.m.
A federal appeals court ruled that the Salt Lake City School District violated federal disability laws by failing to provide an IEP to a teen with Down syndrome.

West Salt Lake neighbors celebrate resilience with heartfelt block party
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Oct. 10 - 8:20 a.m.
After last weekend's flood, the streets of a west Salt Lake neighborhood were filled not with water — but with music, laughter and the aroma of grilled food — Thursday as neighbors gathered for a block party.

Roadwork sparks frustration in Eagle Mountain as Pony Express Parkway narrows
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Oct. 4 - 10:32 p.m.
Starting Monday, drivers in Eagle Mountain will face significant traffic disruptions as the city begins a roadwork project on Pony Express Parkway, one of its two main arterial roads.

Cedar City rallies around injured fire chief after training accident
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Oct. 3 - 9:18 a.m.
The community is coming together in a powerful show of support for Cedar City Fire Chief Mike Phillips, who was seriously injured during a routine training exercise on Sept. 16.

Sandy family displaced after water main break floods home
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Sept. 26 - 12:00 p.m.
A Sandy family is grappling with the aftermath of a catastrophic water main break that sent thousands of gallons of water rushing into their yard and home, leaving their property uninhabitable and their future uncertain.

Spike in e-bike crashes raises safety concern across Utah
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Sept. 10 - 7:43 a.m.
A handful of crashes in Herriman, Farmington and South Jordan marked just a few of several serious incidents this summer. As e-bike popularity surges, so do concerns about safety and regulation.

Chef crawled through flames to survive fire, but restaurant destroyed
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Sept. 7 - 11:32 a.m.
A devastating fire this week has left a beloved Avenues chef hospitalized with severe burns and his restaurant in ruins, following a medical emergency that turned catastrophic.

Springville mourns heroic husband killed in suspected DUI crash
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Sept. 5 - 12:00 p.m.
A community is grieving after 25-year-old Matthew Daines was tragically killed by a suspected drunken driver in an incident that has left friends, family and fellow athletes reeling.

Fugitive falls through ceiling during police chase in Midvale apartment complex
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Sept. 3 - 8:23 a.m.
A quiet Sunday evening turned into a chaotic scene at the Springs Apartments in Midvale when a fugitive's escape attempt quite literally came crashing through a neighbor's ceiling.

Charter school leading way to support those displaced by devastating fire in Eagle Mountain
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted Aug. 28 - 10:33 p.m.
Ranches Academy in Eagle Mountain is leading the way to offer support to those displaced by a fire at the Willow Springs condos Tuesday, including a family due for a baby.


