Logan Stefanich

Here's what Utah lawmakers are eyeing ahead of the 2026 general legislative session

Here's what Utah lawmakers are eyeing ahead of the 2026 general legislative session

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 9:04 p.m.

Some of Utah's top lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle discussed priorities for the legislative session during the Utah Economic Outlook and Public Policy Summit on Friday.
Brad Mortensen inaugurated as Utah State University's 18th president

Brad Mortensen inaugurated as Utah State University's 18th president

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 7:11 p.m.

Brad Mortensen was inaugurated as Utah State University's 18th president Friday, the first alumnus to ascend to the presidency.
Pedestrian hit and killed in Sandy DUI crash, police say

Pedestrian hit and killed in Sandy DUI crash, police say

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 8:30 a.m.

A 40-year-old man crossing the street in Sandy was hit and killed by a DUI driver Thursday night, police say.
State School Board toils over legislative mandate to cut millions from budget

State School Board toils over legislative mandate to cut millions from budget

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 9:34 p.m.

The Utah State Board of Education is grappling with how to navigate recent directives from the Utah Legislature to trim or reallocate $163 million of the state's education budget.
Have You Seen This? Couple shows off table tennis skills, no table necessary

Have You Seen This? Couple shows off table tennis skills, no table necessary

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 3:39 p.m.

After attending a screening of "Marty Supreme," table tennis prowess has been on my mind more than I'd like to admit.
'Nothing short of remarkable': UVU President Astrid Tuminez announces she is stepping down

'Nothing short of remarkable': UVU President Astrid Tuminez announces she is stepping down

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 12:50 p.m.

After nearly seven years at the helm of Utah's largest university, Astrid Tuminez announced Wednesday she is stepping down from her role as president of Utah Valley University.
Railway, resource expansion bound for Uintah County projected to inject $87M in local economy

Railway, resource expansion bound for Uintah County projected to inject $87M in local economy

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 1:30 p.m.

Railroad and natural resource expansion look imminent for Utah, as the state last week awarded Integrated Rail and Resources with a post-performance tax credit reduction.
6 students sue Davis School District, alleging retaliation for reporting alleged misconduct

6 students sue Davis School District, alleging retaliation for reporting alleged misconduct

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 12 - 5:04 p.m.

A group of students on Monday filed a $10 million lawsuit against Davis School District, alleging it mishandled complaints of harassment and subjected students to retaliation.
Study: Utah could expand child care offerings, women's workplace advancement opportunities

Study: Utah could expand child care offerings, women's workplace advancement opportunities

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 11 - 12:04 p.m.

A new Utah Women and Leadership Project study suggests Utah employers and policymakers could do more to expand child care offerings.
'Tragic situation': Woman falls off bridge, dies after stopping to assist with crash on I-84

'Tragic situation': Woman falls off bridge, dies after stopping to assist with crash on I-84

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 9 - 9:20 a.m.

A woman is dead after falling off a bridge on I-84 in Morgan County Friday morning.
'This is Her Place, too': Study measures Utahns' perceptions of women's workplace challenges

'This is Her Place, too': Study measures Utahns' perceptions of women's workplace challenges

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 9 - 7:08 a.m.

From a troubling gender pay gap to harassment and discrimination, a new Utah Women and Leadership report outlines some of the workplace-related challenges Utah women face.
Weber State University seeking public input in search for next president

Weber State University seeking public input in search for next president

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 25 - 10:05 p.m.

Nearly two months after Brad Mortensen was announced as Utah State University's next president, Weber State University is seeking the public's input in its presidential search.
'Glad to fill the gaps': Salt Lake Mission gives boxes of Christmas food to over 200

'Glad to fill the gaps': Salt Lake Mission gives boxes of Christmas food to over 200

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 22 - 7:11 p.m.

The Salt Lake Mission distributed boxes of Christmas food to over 200 people as part of the mission's annual food box giveaway on Monday.
Utah man ordered to pay up to $7.9M for running e-commerce scam

Utah man ordered to pay up to $7.9M for running e-commerce scam

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 20 - 1:47 p.m.

Parker Wilde was ordered on Thursday to pay up to $7.9 million in restitution following the Utah Division of Consumer Protection's filing of a complaint.
Utah's economy remains steadier than national trends; experts monitoring key sectors

Utah's economy remains steadier than national trends; experts monitoring key sectors

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 19 - 9:03 p.m.

The latest economic data shows that Utah's indicators are remaining steadier than national trends.
Teacher, 64, killed after being hit by car in Price

Teacher, 64, killed after being hit by car in Price

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 18 - 11:35 a.m.

Police are investigating a Price crash that killed a fourth grade teacher.
Salt Lake County launches 'Green Vision,' encouraging cross-departmental sustainability efforts

Salt Lake County launches 'Green Vision,' encouraging cross-departmental sustainability efforts

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 17 - 9:00 a.m.

Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson on Tuesday unveiled a new initiative dubbed "Green Vision," designed to highlight and unify cross-departmental sustainability efforts throughout the county.
Stryker Utah expansion expected to bring over $615M in investments, 862 new jobs

Stryker Utah expansion expected to bring over $615M in investments, 862 new jobs

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 15 - 7:11 p.m.

Medical technology company Stryker last week announced the expansion of its Salt Lake City operations in a move the company said will deliver 862 new jobs and an over $615 million investment in Utah over the next two decades.
California-based energy company planning underground nuclear reactor in Utah

California-based energy company planning underground nuclear reactor in Utah

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 13 - 9:04 p.m.

California-based energy company Deep Fission in September announced Utah, Texas and Kansas as the first three planned sites for testing of its small modular pressurized water reactors.
Student housing planned for site of abandoned 'eyesore' Provo apartment complex

Student housing planned for site of abandoned 'eyesore' Provo apartment complex

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 10:32 p.m.

A Provo apartment complex described as an "eyesore" and a "nuisance" in city documents is set to become housing for BYU students after Utah development firm Cole West announced its acquisition of the property.
'Devoted public servant:' Former Utah County Commissioner Tom Sakievich dies at 72

'Devoted public servant:' Former Utah County Commissioner Tom Sakievich dies at 72

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 6:28 p.m.

Former Utah County Commissioner Tom Sakievich died Thursday night, according to the social media posts of several Utah politicians.
Have You Seen This? Video captures dramatic eruption of Kīlauea Volcano in Hawaii

Have You Seen This? Video captures dramatic eruption of Kīlauea Volcano in Hawaii

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 3:32 p.m.

The Kīlauea Volcano located Hawaii Volcanoes National Park in Hawaii last week began its latest eruption episode.
Bangerter Highway reopened after shots fired during road rage incident; no injuries reported

Bangerter Highway reopened after shots fired during road rage incident; no injuries reported

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 1:09 p.m.

Northbound lanes of state Route 154 were temporarily closed after shots were fired in the area of 1800 South, according to the Utah Highway Patrol.
'You kept him alive,' August Beckwith's mom tells homeless community after he's found

'You kept him alive,' August Beckwith's mom tells homeless community after he's found

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 9:14 p.m.

August Beckwith was found on Thursday morning after being missing for nearly a month.
Creekstone Energy studying nuclear power to support world's largest data center campus in Utah

Creekstone Energy studying nuclear power to support world's largest data center campus in Utah

Logan Stefanich, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 11 - 8:02 p.m.

Creekstone Energy on Thursday signed a memorandum of understanding with Utah-based EnergySolutions to evaluate potential nuclear power options to support energy needs at Creekstone's planned data center campus.