Shelby Lofton

Utah woman shares dating journey on Netflix's 'Love on the Spectrum'

Utah woman shares dating journey on Netflix's 'Love on the Spectrum'

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted April 7 - 6:15 a.m.

A Utah woman is opening up about love, independence and life on the autism spectrum as a new cast member of Netflix's hit docuseries "Love on the Spectrum."
'The whole moon all at once': Artemis II astronauts set to make historic lunar flyby

'The whole moon all at once': Artemis II astronauts set to make historic lunar flyby

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted April 6 - 10:30 a.m.

Astronauts aboard NASA's Artemis II mission will make history Monday as they complete a flyby of the moon, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
From grocery stores to campus: Measles continues to spread in Utah

From grocery stores to campus: Measles continues to spread in Utah

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted April 3 - 6:19 a.m.

Measles exposures at the grocery store, in waiting rooms, a temple open house and now the University of Utah adds to the spread of the highly contagious illness.
Advocates celebrate Utah's ban on polygraph tests for sexual assault survivors

Advocates celebrate Utah's ban on polygraph tests for sexual assault survivors

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted April 1 - 9:01 p.m.

Several dozen survivors of sexual assault and advocates celebrated new Utah laws they say will make a difference, including a ban on asking survivors to take a polygraph examination.
Human remains found in Utah mountains bring up mixed emotions for families of missing people

Human remains found in Utah mountains bring up mixed emotions for families of missing people

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted March 30 - 9:00 p.m.

The discovery of human remains in the mountains above Springville over the weekend is stirring a mix of hope and anxiety for families of missing people across Utah.
'He's done it so many times'; Family remembers BASE jumper who died in Rock Canyon accident

'He's done it so many times'; Family remembers BASE jumper who died in Rock Canyon accident

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted March 28 - 5:02 p.m.

The family of a man who died in a BASE jumping accident in Provo is remembering the skilled instructor and outdoor enthusiast, who they believe lived without regret.
Hawaiian restaurant in Utah donates 10% of revenue to help Hawaii flood recovery

Hawaiian restaurant in Utah donates 10% of revenue to help Hawaii flood recovery

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted March 26 - 8:20 a.m.

A Utah bakery with roots in Hawaii, already known for giving back to its local community, has reached back across the Pacific to support the 50th State after devastating flooding.
Utah volunteers help with Hawaii flood response

Utah volunteers help with Hawaii flood response

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted March 24 - 10:03 p.m.

Three Red Cross volunteers from Sandy, Salt Lake City and Layton were deployed to Hawaii over the weekend to assist with shelter operations and damage assessments.
Man shot, killed by police in Sandy

Man shot, killed by police in Sandy

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted March 22 - 6:36 p.m.

Police shot a man multiple times Sunday afternoon in Sandy, killing him.
Anime shop owners report losing thousands in overnight break‑in

Anime shop owners report losing thousands in overnight break‑in

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted March 2 - 7:39 a.m.

The owners of a small, family-run anime store said a thief stole thousands of dollars in merchandise during an early morning break-in over the weekend, dealing a major blow to their business.
Experts urge families to wear helmets while sledding

Experts urge families to wear helmets while sledding

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 19 - 9:34 p.m.

Helmets have become standard on Utah's ski slopes, but health professionals say children should also be wearing them during other winter activities, including sledding.
Heavy snowfall brings high avalanche danger in the backcountry

Heavy snowfall brings high avalanche danger in the backcountry

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 18 - 7:37 p.m.

Avalanche forecasters and law enforcement are encouraging those heading into the backcountry to be extra careful as an avalanche warning has been issued.
Family rebuilds home after they say mold caused daughter's extreme illness

Family rebuilds home after they say mold caused daughter's extreme illness

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 17 - 4:04 p.m.

The family of a Heber Valley girl says hidden black mold in their century-old home was making her seriously sick. It got so bad that they decided to tear it down and rebuild.
GOP chairman says enough signatures gathered to put Prop 4 repeal on ballot

GOP chairman says enough signatures gathered to put Prop 4 repeal on ballot

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 16 - 10:01 a.m.

Leaders of Utahns for Representative Government say they've gathered enough signatures to put a Proposition 4 repeal on the November ballot.
Hockey‑obsessed family brings NICU twins home in spirited, Olympic‑timed welcome

Hockey‑obsessed family brings NICU twins home in spirited, Olympic‑timed welcome

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 14 - 11:26 a.m.

A family with a deep passion for hockey brought their newborn twins home from the NICU with a themed homecoming timed perfectly with the start of hockey in the Winter Olympics.
Former FBI agent says surveillance video points to 'amateur' in Nancy Guthrie kidnapping

Former FBI agent says surveillance video points to 'amateur' in Nancy Guthrie kidnapping

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 12 - 10:30 a.m.

A retired FBI agent said on Wednesday new surveillance images from the home of Nancy Guthrie suggest the person who abducted her may have been an inexperienced kidnapper.
Olympic figure skater says hello to Figure Skating Club of Park City

Olympic figure skater says hello to Figure Skating Club of Park City

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 10 - 6:15 a.m.

Out of all the cities and clubs in the country, the Figure Skating Club of Park City was chosen to have a moment with one of the breakout stars of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.
Hikers follow blood trail, help rescue woman injured in bad fall

Hikers follow blood trail, help rescue woman injured in bad fall

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Feb. 7 - 9:27 a.m.

Jacque Tietjen's family says despite her extensive hiking experience, she was seriously injured during a hike at Bridal Veil Falls Tuesday.
Volunteers walk Jordan River Trail for Point-in-Time homelessness count

Volunteers walk Jordan River Trail for Point-in-Time homelessness count

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 30 - 8:01 a.m.

The yearly Point-in-Time Count aims to figure out where and how federal funding is needed to help the unsheltered population.
Tooele couple recounts hearing loud explosion, escaping flames

Tooele couple recounts hearing loud explosion, escaping flames

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 10:33 p.m.

A fire destroyed a Tooele couple's home and took the life of one of their pets Friday night, and on Wednesday, they relived the moments leading up to and during the blaze.
3 wolves killed in Cache County; picture prompts concern over 'lethal removal'

3 wolves killed in Cache County; picture prompts concern over 'lethal removal'

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 28 - 6:15 a.m.

The emergence of a photo showing three dead wolves in northeastern Utah has sparked a lot of reaction.
Netflix revisits Elizabeth Smart kidnapping case in new documentary

Netflix revisits Elizabeth Smart kidnapping case in new documentary

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 21 - 10:27 p.m.

Netflix revisits the Elizabeth Smart kidnapping case in a new documentary, which features interviews with the woman, her dad and others.
Experts urge Utah homeowners to test for radon levels

Experts urge Utah homeowners to test for radon levels

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 20 - 7:06 p.m.

Nearly one-half of Utah homes recently tested for radon had levels above the World Health Organization's safe level, and experts are again urging homeowners to test for it.
'They really messed up my life': Lehi employee recovering after being dragged by truck

'They really messed up my life': Lehi employee recovering after being dragged by truck

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 8:57 a.m.

Mark Willson is recovering from multiple surgeries and injuries after police say he was hit and dragged by a truck while trying to confront two people suspected of stealing from the hobby store where he works.
How to cut down on pollution during an inversion

How to cut down on pollution during an inversion

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 9:17 a.m.

That familiar and unwelcome layer of smog is back. So as air quality plummets in Utah, experts are providing solutions for cutting down on pollutants.