Whitney Evans

Whitney Evans

2020 Election: When will we know who won and what passed?

2020 Election: When will we know who won and what passed?

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 12:14 p.m.

Here's what to expect from election night and how KSL.com will report the results.
More than 300 messages of thanks poured in from across Utah for this week's Unexpected Heroes: Pharmacists

More than 300 messages of thanks poured in from across Utah for this week's Unexpected Heroes: Pharmacists

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted June 12 - 9:42 p.m.

Hundreds of you wrote in to thank pharmacists and pharmacy technicians for their hard work. We've collected some of our favorites.
President Nelson, NAACP invite Americans to 'join us in a journey of understanding and overcoming'

President Nelson, NAACP invite Americans to 'join us in a journey of understanding and overcoming'

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted June 8 - 6:06 a.m.

President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has again linked arms with the NAACP with an appeal to "join us in a journey of understanding and overcoming."
Peaceful protest filled with helpers marches miles to where Palacios-Carbajal was killed

Peaceful protest filled with helpers marches miles to where Palacios-Carbajal was killed

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted June 7 - 9:02 p.m.

A peaceful protest marched through downtown Salt Lake to honor the lives of Bernardo Palacios-Carbajal and Breonna Taylor.
Members of Muslim community 'speak from the heart,' call for police reform at Salt Lake rally

Members of Muslim community 'speak from the heart,' call for police reform at Salt Lake rally

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted June 7 - 1:58 p.m.

A group motivated by its faith and a desire for peace called for police reform Saturday at Washington Square Park.
'I love the post office': What Utah is saying about its postal workers

'I love the post office': What Utah is saying about its postal workers

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted May 15 - 9:58 p.m.

The U.S. Postal Service delivers medications, parcels, mails and smiles to Americans daily. Hundreds of Utahns wrote in to let the USPS know how much they mean to them.
Mail, packages and post office boxes: Thanking Utah's Unexpected Heroes in the USPS

Mail, packages and post office boxes: Thanking Utah's Unexpected Heroes in the USPS

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted May 11 - 9:55 a.m.

Help us thank the workers in Utah who bring you mail.
Utah’s Unexpected Heroes in grocery stores: Help us thank them

Utah’s Unexpected Heroes in grocery stores: Help us thank them

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted April 20 - 6:33 p.m.

You can shop for food and essentials in Utah because of our Unexpected Heroes in grocery stores; here's how you can help us thank them.
Utah's Unexpected Heroes in health care: Help us thank them

Utah's Unexpected Heroes in health care: Help us thank them

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted April 13 - 4:08 p.m.

Write a note to Utah's doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists and others on the coronavirus front lines.
I know nothing about sports and covered a Jazz game. Here's how it went

I know nothing about sports and covered a Jazz game. Here's how it went

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 9 - 2:14 p.m.

Sports reporting is the real deal. Here's what I learned while covering the Utah Jazz vs. New York Knicks game.
NAACP, Latter-day Saint partnership shows teamwork in a time 'marked by division,' op-ed says

NAACP, Latter-day Saint partnership shows teamwork in a time 'marked by division,' op-ed says

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted July 21 - 8:45 a.m.

Latter-day Saint and NAACP leaders penned an op-ed on "the importance of collaboration between groups."
Solving homelessness through community, connection and tiny homes

Solving homelessness through community, connection and tiny homes

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted May 22 - 8:03 a.m.

Imagine that your job training would allow for you to also make a positive change in the world.
Latter-day Saint church leaders celebrate Rome temple dedication with historic photo

Latter-day Saint church leaders celebrate Rome temple dedication with historic photo

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted March 11 - 10:13 p.m.

Amid the celebration surrounding the dedication of the Rome Italy Temple, leaders from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gathered Monday to take part in a historic photographic event.
President Russell M. Nelson meets with Latter-day Saint youth in Rome on eve of temple dedication

President Russell M. Nelson meets with Latter-day Saint youth in Rome on eve of temple dedication

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted March 10 - 1:09 a.m.

The night before the dedication of a temple in the Eternal City, President Russell M. Nelson spoke to the city's Latter-day Saint youth.
What is the role of faith in God in healing society? Everything, church leader says

What is the role of faith in God in healing society? Everything, church leader says

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 10 - 8:03 a.m.

“I fear that many are standing on the edge of a spiritual and emotional precipice,” President Russell M. Nelson said in an op-ed published in the Arizona Republic Sunday.
2018 midterm elections: When will we actually know who won and what passed?

2018 midterm elections: When will we actually know who won and what passed?

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 7 - 7:32 p.m.

Some races have been called and some are still on the fence. Here's why we can't say who won just yet.
KSL's 'Hosts of Eden' provides a snack-sized escape from reality

KSL's 'Hosts of Eden' provides a snack-sized escape from reality

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted July 16 - 4:20 p.m.

For those eager for snack-sized, escapist science fiction, "Hosts of Eden" provides a snack-sized escape.
The man behind the calling: Who is President Russell M. Nelson?

The man behind the calling: Who is President Russell M. Nelson?

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 7:05 p.m.

It's nearly impossible to separate his love for his God and religion from any other aspect of his life. The incoming president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints seems to have a fully integrated life.
Driver critically injured after losing control on I-215 offramp

Driver critically injured after losing control on I-215 offramp

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 10:01 p.m.

A man was critically injured after taking a freeway exit too quickly and rolling his truck Monday evening, according to Utah Highway Patrol officials.
President Thomas S. Monson: An example of charity, humor and faith

President Thomas S. Monson: An example of charity, humor and faith

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 3 - 1:17 p.m.

Officials from the Mormon church announced the death of President Thomas S. Monson Tuesday evening.
'Scouting teaches boys how to live': A prophet's lifelong love of Scouts

'Scouting teaches boys how to live': A prophet's lifelong love of Scouts

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 3 - 12:25 a.m.

Throughout his life, President Monson supported and advocated the Boy Scouts program. Here's a look at some of his history with the organization.
Claire Ryann, The Piano Guys perform live in New York to #LightTheWorld

Claire Ryann, The Piano Guys perform live in New York to #LightTheWorld

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 1:23 p.m.

A group of YouTube sensations is holding a free concert in New York Tuesday night, hoping that as they share their talents, those listening will be inspired to serve.
Adorable (and adoptable) kittens saved from construction equipment

Adorable (and adoptable) kittens saved from construction equipment

Whitney Evans, KSL.com  |  Posted Aug. 11 - 10:30 p.m.

Landscape workers freed seven kittens trapped inside construction equipment.