Mike Headrick

Mike Headrick

General conference special: 'The other side'

General conference special: 'The other side'

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted April 4 - 12:00 p.m.

In the heart of Salt Lake City, a groundbreaking community is forging new futures for individuals often overlooked by society. The Other Side Academy is more than a therapeutic program. Here, change isn't just encouraged, it's expected.
Jan. 6 attack: How far did criminal cases against Utahns get?

Jan. 6 attack: How far did criminal cases against Utahns get?

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 21 - 7:32 a.m.

President Donald Trump on Monday pardoned about 1,500 participants in the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Nineteen of those either charged or convicted in the riot are from Utah.
General conference special: 'Faith in the Philippines'

General conference special: 'Faith in the Philippines'

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 5 - 4:00 p.m.

It's been just over 60 years since missionaries for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were sent to the Philippines to do missionary work. For this documentary we share stories that embody the Filipino spirit of resilience and the transformative power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
General conference special: 'Heritage of Holiness: The Kirtland Story of Faith'

General conference special: 'Heritage of Holiness: The Kirtland Story of Faith'

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 5 - 12:30 p.m.

This poignant documentary delves into the rich tapestry of history surrounding the transfer of ownership of the Kirtland Temple from the Community of Christ to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as well as other significant historical artifacts and buildings, such as the Red Brick Store in Nauvoo.
When toxins come home from work and family members get sick, who's responsible?

When toxins come home from work and family members get sick, who's responsible?

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted July 16 - 5:03 p.m.

Safety measures go a long way on the job. But what about hazards you take home with you? KSL investigates who's responsible when loved ones get sick from toxins in the workplace.
Stop for Students: The dangerous distances you drive when distracted 

Stop for Students: The dangerous distances you drive when distracted 

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 9 - 6:17 a.m.

Every time you use a device behind the wheel, experts say you're effectively driving blindfolded. 
Unlawful gag clauses found in multiple Utah homebuilder contracts

Unlawful gag clauses found in multiple Utah homebuilder contracts

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted July 23 - 7:17 a.m.

Multiple builders use non-disparagement clauses in their real estate purchase contracts. KSL Investigators did some digging and found out the clauses are unlawful.
AI Revolution: The past, present, and future of artificial intelligence in Utah 

AI Revolution: The past, present, and future of artificial intelligence in Utah 

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted May 30 - 3:07 p.m.

The world of AI is only as limited as human imagination. So how do you interpret artificial intelligence and its applications in your life? Mike Headrick investigates.   
Lessons in the lockdown: Can 1 school's response to shots fired help improve safety plans in Utah?

Lessons in the lockdown: Can 1 school's response to shots fired help improve safety plans in Utah?

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted May 19 - 7:05 p.m.

Gunshots outside Taylorsville High School earlier this year left students rattled and left the KSL Investigators asking if commonly used safety protocols are the best option.
Recreational Risk: Polaris RZR owners waiting months for recall fixes

Recreational Risk: Polaris RZR owners waiting months for recall fixes

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted April 25 - 1:31 p.m.

Some Utahns are frustrated that they have been paying for recalled recreational vehicles they cannot not use, waiting months for a fix.
Draper: Building laws make it hard to say no to risky development

Draper: Building laws make it hard to say no to risky development

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted April 25 - 10:14 a.m.

The question was posed to KSL Investigators: How could Draper allow development on hazardous land? It turns out, saying no is a difficult option.
Cracking, sinking, falling apart: KSL investigates structural issues in multiple new homes

Cracking, sinking, falling apart: KSL investigates structural issues in multiple new homes

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 3:02 p.m.

While Utah continues to chip away at the housing shortage, some new homeowners are dealing with cracking walls and sinking foundations. KSL Investigators dug for answers.
Citations or warnings? KSL Investigators find a mixed bag of winter parking enforcement

Citations or warnings? KSL Investigators find a mixed bag of winter parking enforcement

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted March 9 - 8:19 a.m.

Which Utah cities are writing tickets for winter parking violations and which are not? The KSL Investigators dug into the data.
Changing cancer's course: How genetic science gave 3 All-American athletes a future

Changing cancer's course: How genetic science gave 3 All-American athletes a future

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 12 - 7:07 p.m.

Genetics can play a huge role in our lives, influencing the way we look, our health — even our athletic ability.
Shattered glass. Holes in walls. South Jordan man sues city for wrecking his home

Shattered glass. Holes in walls. South Jordan man sues city for wrecking his home

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 9 - 8:46 a.m.

How important is a single signature on a legal document? A South Jordan homeowner claims the wrong signature ended with firefighters causing significant damage to his house.
Newly built homes deemed unlivable due to sliding soil

Newly built homes deemed unlivable due to sliding soil

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 2 - 12:06 p.m.

If you want to know what a sinking home sounds like, just ask Eric and Carole Kamradt.
Utah drivers get a bad rap. Do we deserve it?

Utah drivers get a bad rap. Do we deserve it?

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 16 - 7:58 a.m.

On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the worst, how would you rate Utah drivers? National surveys put Utah in a surprising spot among the 50 states.
Vote Watch: Thousands of Utah ballots delayed due to printer issues

Vote Watch: Thousands of Utah ballots delayed due to printer issues

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 8:02 a.m.

Michael Clark was still waiting for his ballot to arrive in the mail. KSL Investigators learned he was one of 28,000 voters in Iron County whose ballots were delayed.
Polaris RZRs still catching fire — despite years of recalls

Polaris RZRs still catching fire — despite years of recalls

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 28 - 9:41 p.m.

It's safe to say thousands of people own and operate Polaris RZRs with absolutely no issues, but the issues that do arise have sometimes had deadly consequences.
General conference special: 'The Indy effect'

General conference special: 'The Indy effect'

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 3:52 p.m.

Influencer and blogger Terah Belle Jones broke the news to her Instagram followers that her 5-year-old daughter Indy Llew Jones had passed away following a battle with cancer. The effect Indy has left behind has been enormous. People around the globe have been touched by her incredible spirit and journey.
3-legged dog gives Utah boy courage to deal with rare genetic disorder

3-legged dog gives Utah boy courage to deal with rare genetic disorder

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted Sept. 28 - 4:42 p.m.

At just 14 years old, Travis Carpenter sometimes needs a little nudge when making difficult decisions.
Cutting through the red tape: KSL Investigates a flying road hazard

Cutting through the red tape: KSL Investigates a flying road hazard

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted July 19 - 11:10 p.m.

For anyone driving Utah roads, chances are you've driven over a few manhole covers. Sometimes you feel the bump. And sometimes it leaves you with $6,000 in damage to your car nobody wants to pay.
A devastating crash. An alleged drug-positive driver. Why did it take over a year for charges?

A devastating crash. An alleged drug-positive driver. Why did it take over a year for charges?

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted July 15 - 1:01 p.m.

The night of May 8, 2021, would forever change Casey Walker's life. The nearly-20-year-old was out for a ride on a motorcycle in South Jordan when he was hit by a passenger car.
The new tip culture: How to handle growing gratuity

The new tip culture: How to handle growing gratuity

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted June 3 - 1:01 p.m.

In the past few years, some Utahns may have noticed a change: cash tip jars replaced by tablets at fast-casual eateries. The options aren't just a dollar or two, but buttons ranging from 15% to 35% on top of your bill.
Locked out: Fishermen upset by new gate at Pineview Reservoir

Locked out: Fishermen upset by new gate at Pineview Reservoir

Mike Headrick, KSL  |  Posted May 5 - 8:19 a.m.

Fishermen found that, unlike years past, something stood in the way of hooking a big one at Pineview Reservoir: a newly installed gate at the popular Port Ramp boat launch area.