Jodi Reynosa
Tragedy transformed to giving: Holiday cheer meets generosity in Salt Lake toy drive
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Dec. 13 - 10:34 p.m.
The festive spirit was alive and well in downtown Salt Lake City as the Utah Arts Alliance hosted its 10th Annual Doug Barney Memorial Toy Drive at the Urban Arts Gallery.
'I loved him': Green River residents remember, mourn beloved mayor after tragic crash
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 10:55 p.m.
Residents of Green River, Emery County, gathered to remember Mayor Ren Hatt, who was killed in a head-on crash with a semitruck Friday night on U.S. 6.
Avalanche danger rises after Utah welcomes fresh powder
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 4:17 p.m.
Here's everything you should know about avalanche safety as Utah enters skiing season.
Two families devastated after wrong-way crash takes lives of loved ones
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Nov. 29 - 11:20 p.m.
Two people were killed after a wrong-way driver crashed head-on into their vehicle on I-15 early Saturday.
4 new Bangerter Highway interchanges open — saving drivers 8 minutes
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Nov. 22 - 10:31 p.m.
Drivers along Bangerter Highway can expect a smoother commute, as the Utah Department of Transportation said motorists will save about eight minutes thanks to the completion of four new interchanges.
Nonprofit Youth Futures needs your help to combat teen homelessness
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Nov. 10 - 6:41 p.m.
November marks National Homeless Youth Awareness Month, and the Utah nonprofit Youth Futures is taking action with its annual event: the Utah Sleep Out.
24-year-old makes history as Vineyard's youngest — and first Black — City Council member
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Nov. 8 - 9:04 a.m.
At just 24 years old, Jacob Wood is now the youngest person ever elected to Vineyard's City Council — and the first Black council member in the city's history.
From big lies to big lessons: Orem author's new book teaches children importance of honesty
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Nov. 2 - 9:03 a.m.
Raising kids with strong values — like honesty — isn't always easy in today's world. But one Utah mom is hoping to make it a little simpler through storytelling.
Summit County swears in its first female sheriff, marking milestone
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Oct. 15 - 6:17 a.m.
History was made in Summit County, as Kacey Bates was officially sworn in as the county's first-ever female sheriff on Oct. 8, and Bates already has big plans in mind.
Sister of murder victim speaks out after guilty plea: 'He deserves to rot'
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Sept. 29 - 11:15 a.m.
Samantha VanTreese said she struggles to understand why someone would kill her younger brother. "He knew what he was doing," VanTreese said. "He deserves to rot."
Is your child ready to ditch the booster seat? Experts say: Not so fast
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Sept. 23 - 4:00 p.m.
If your child is 8 years old, Utah law states they can transition from a booster seat to a regular seatbelt. But child safety experts say age alone isn't enough to determine whether they're truly ready.
Sugar House empanada shop burglarized, but owners stay focused on kindness and community
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Sept. 18 - 7:34 p.m.
A beloved empanada shop in Sugar House is picking up the pieces after a weekend burglary left them with a shattered front door and hundreds of dollars stolen.
Family of 16 recounts terror after Charlie Kirk shooting at UVU
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Sept. 17 - 6:37 p.m.
After the tragic shooting death of political activist Charlie Kirk, a family of 16 was reeling from the chaos and fear they experienced at Utah Valley University.
Odyssey House opens new sober living facility in Murray: A fresh start for those in recovery
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Aug. 29 - 6:28 p.m.
Odyssey House is a new sober living facility offering hope and healing to individuals recovering from substance abuse, which is working to close the gap for those needing help.
Young soccer players in Logan honor beloved coach, police officer Eric Estrada
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Aug. 24 - 10:30 p.m.
On the soccer field at River Heights Elementary School, the memory of fallen officer Eric Estrada lives on — in the hearts of the young girls he coached.
Amid a continuing stream of fires, Utah authorities are raising concerns with drone use
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Aug. 23 - 8:39 p.m.
Amid a continuing stream of fires in Utah, authorities are raising concerns with drone use, which can necessitate temporary stoppages in aerial firefighting efforts.
UFA's fire mitigation measures underway in Big Cottonwood Canyon
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Aug. 13 - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, wildland fire crews were working to help mitigate fire risk in Big Cottonwood Canyon with more than 700 fires this year in Utah alone.
Victim's Utah brother recalls moments leading up to sentence for dentist who poisoned wife
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Aug. 3 - 9:03 a.m.
It's been a long road for Mark Pray after his sister, Angela Craig, was fatally poisoned in 2023. But even though James Craig was convicted Wednesday, Pray's emotions were mixed.
Beloved Salt Lake senior center to close after nearly 50 years
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted July 11 - 7:40 a.m.
The Sunday Anderson Senior Center, a cherished community hub on Salt Lake City's west side, is preparing to close its doors next month after nearly five decades of service.
University of Utah professors working with NASA to get fire crews real-time information
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted June 27 - 6:12 a.m.
With active fires continuing to threaten land and structures throughout Utah, preventing them is top of mind for a research team at the University of Utah.
Community holds benefit concert to help neighbor deal with tragic losses
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted June 25 - 8:32 p.m.
Dozens of people came to the Suiter Family Benefit Concert Tuesday to support their neighbor, Jenn Suiter, who experienced a recent string of tragic losses.
Community supports Santaquin family that lost father and son days apart
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted May 31 - 4:16 p.m.
Christopher Suiter was killed in a car accident on I-15 on Tuesday, just 10 days after the family buried his son, Brian Suiter. Jenn Suiter said she wants their story to be one of love, not tragedy.
The Division of Outdoor Recreation has a dream goal, starts with life jacket safety
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted May 8 - 11:21 a.m.
As weather warms up and Memorial Day approaches, state officials have issued this reminder: "Wear a life jacket."
