Shelby Lofton
UHP tracks multiple crashes as new year starts with wet roads
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Jan. 1 - 10:36 p.m.
Multiple crashes occurred on New Year's Day thanks in part to a holiday storm — and potentially "unwinterized" vehicles.
Additional security in place for Salt Lake City New Year's celebration
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 31 - 6:28 p.m.
As revelers celebrate the new year, additional security will be in place to ensure all who attend Salt Lake City's "Last Hurrah" will have a safe New Year's Eve celebration.
More than 40 law enforcement agencies to crack down on impaired drivers during New Year's
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 30 - 10:31 p.m.
As the New Year's holiday approaches, the Utah Highway Patrol is warning drivers to be prepared on the roads, as it targets impaired drivers.
Fatal shooting in South Jordan the result of an argument that 'escalated quickly,' family says
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 30 - 3:02 p.m.
Friends and family of the man shot and killed at a South Jordan house say his death was not gang-related.
Utah mom who survived COVID complications, delivered at 28 weeks gives back to NICU families
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 24 - 5:00 p.m.
Four years after a life-threatening battle with COVID-19 and an emergency delivery at 28 weeks, a Utah mother returned to the hospital where her son was born.
'If they can't resolve this, they will turn them over to ICE': Utahns' trip turns into border mishap
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 22 - 12:02 p.m.
A holiday trip to visit family turned into an ordeal for a Utah father and his two foster sons when they were detained for hours at the U.S.-Canada border.
Family said son was victim in alleged stem cell scheme
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 19 - 6:11 a.m.
The family of a Utah man who battled cancer said he underwent painful stem cell procedures performed by a man now charged with fraud and unlawful practice.
Youth soccer coach released from ICE detention facility, returns to Utah
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 17 - 5:44 p.m.
After spending nearly two weeks in ICE detention, Jair Celis, a Utah youth soccer coach, has been released and reunited with his family.
Hundreds gather for Utah Chanukah celebration following deadly attack
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 15 - 3:00 p.m.
Hundreds filled the Utah Capitol rotunda Sunday night to mark the first night of Chanukah, balancing grief over recent violence with the joy of the holiday.
DHS says a man detained by ICE was a predator. His attorneys say that's libel
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 11 - 1:09 p.m.
After Jair Celis was arrested by ICE, the Department of Homeland Security is now being accused of libel by his legal representation due to comments it made on social media alleging he was a predator.
Hiker rescued after hours stuck in quicksand in Arches National Park
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 10:01 p.m.
Grand County Search and Rescue said an experienced hiker who became trapped in quicksand over the weekend did everything right, and still needed help.
Officials: leaking barrels near Great Salt Lake aren't suspicious, public health risk low
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 9:29 a.m.
State environmental and local health officials are investigating nearly two dozen leaking barrels discovered near the Great Salt Lake after a report on Thanksgiving Day.
University of Utah team discovers rare computer relic
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 7:44 a.m.
A research team at the University of Utah uncovered a rare piece of computing history.
Skiers camp out for first chair at the start of Snowbasin's 85th season
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 4 - 10:26 p.m.
Snowbasin Resort is kicking off its 85th season this weekend after a delayed start to winter sports statewide.
Examining bee behavior in winter
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 1 - 6:20 a.m.
After a fire destroyed a honey factory in American Fork, a local expert shared insight about how to care for bees during the winter and how this business owner can recover.
Utah seventh-grader runs donation stand to help families in need
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Nov. 27 - 8:00 a.m.
Thirteen-year-old Tate Keesler, of Brigham City, has run a donation stand for the last month. He and his mom give away donated food, hygiene products and jackets to families who need them.
Utah Mammoth players bring holiday cheer to kids at Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Nov. 26 - 12:07 p.m.
The Utah Mammoth spent part of their holiday week visiting patients at Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital, bringing smiles to kids who are spending Thanksgiving away from home.
Community remembers teens who died in Cache County crash
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Nov. 25 - 3:37 p.m.
Family members and the community are mourning the death of two teens who were killed over the weekend in a crash in Cache County.
Mom and son diagnosed with cancer just 1 hour apart
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Nov. 21 - 6:15 a.m.
A Utah native and her 4-year-old son are facing the unimaginable: They were both diagnosed with cancer on the same day, just one hour apart.
Salt Lake City School District launches mobile hotspot program for students without internet
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Nov. 14 - 11:00 a.m.
The Salt Lake City School District has launched a pilot program to provide free internet access to students who don't have it at home.
Firefighters share lessons from wildfires with high school students
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Nov. 8 - 2:02 p.m.
Some of the firefighters who battled wildland fires this year returned to the classroom to share their experiences with high school students.
Utah foster care agencies urgently seeking more families
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Nov. 5 - 10:05 a.m.
Foster care agencies in Utah say they are facing a shortage of families willing to take in children, especially in counties outside of Salt Lake County.
West Valley City farm wants your leftover holiday pumpkins
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Nov. 5 - 7:29 a.m.
A Salt Lake County farm is asking for leftover Halloween pumpkins.
Pleasant Grove bakery spreads 'aloha' through acts of kindness
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Oct. 27 - 7:21 a.m.
Budda's Bakery and Grill has become famous for its buttery Hawaiian rolls, but also for its mission to "spread aloha" by helping those in need — especially those they don't know.
