Emily Ashcraft
Utah's newborn screening test now covers Hunter syndrome, along with 44 other diseases
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 21 - 9:17 p.m.
The newborn screening program in Utah is now screening for a 45th condition, one expected to affect one infant every one or two years in the state, and it helps the program save lives.
Multiple people at state wrestling tournament diagnosed with measles as it spreads in Utah
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 20 - 1:50 p.m.
Utah health officials say cases of measles are spreading to new areas in Utah, particularly in schools and at extracurricular events like a recent state wrestling tournament.
Telehealth program aims to provide quick care for pediatric stroke patients
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 20 - 6:12 a.m.
Lucy Merrell, who had a stroke at age 14, spoke about how quick care changed her outcomes. A new telehealth program aims to provide that quick care to more patients.
Measles is 'actively spreading' in Salt Lake County as Highland High reports exposure
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 18 - 5:41 p.m.
Highland High students could have been exposed to measles for more than a week as an infectious student attended school; Salt Lake County reports the disease is "actively spreading" as Utah's outbreak reaches 300 infections.
Jury finds man guilty of smuggling after traffic stop finds 7 passengers not legally in the US
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 18 - 8:20 a.m.
After four hours of deliberation and two days of testimony, a jury found Miguel Angel Chay Tiguila guilty of smuggling three minors. He was arrested during a traffic stop in Grand County.
2 sentenced for roles in gang-related killing at Midvale wedding
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 17 - 1:45 p.m.
Two men convicted of possession of a weapon as a dangerous person will serve time in jail and on probation after crashing a wedding with a man who killed the newly married couple's adult son.
Smartwatch blood pressure feature should not replace screenings, U. Health study says
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 15 - 6:15 p.m.
The FDA last year approved the Apple Watch's hypertension notifications feature, but a study from University of Utah Health suggests people should still receive regular screenings.
Church of Jesus Christ's newest apostle reflects on role to testify of Christ
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 13 - 5:02 p.m.
Elder Clark G. Gilbert, the newest apostle of the Church of Jesus Christ, says he feels overwhelmed but feels strengthened by support from family and church leaders.
Elder Clark G. Gilbert called to church's Quorum of the 12 Apostles
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 12 - 5:35 p.m.
Elder Clark G. Gilbert was sustained Thursday as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Have You Seen This? Sandy astrophotographer captures the expansion of a supernova
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 12 - 3:31 p.m.
A deep space photographer spent months photographing the Crab Nebula and found his composite image, when compared with the 1999 image from the Hubble Space Telescope, shows the supernova's expansion.
Jury finds St. George man guilty of murdering his wife
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 12 - 11:20 a.m.
A jury found Eric Sampson guilty of murder on Friday after a five-day trial and eight hours of jury deliberations. His wife was found dead in their home on Sept. 1, 2024.
President Oaks encourages students to build faith, humility and patience in BYU devotional
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 10 - 12:36 p.m.
President Dallin H. Oaks encouraged students at BYU Tuesday to build faith in his first public address since becoming president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
New minimally invasive procedure is helping Utah's youngest spina bifida patients
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 10 - 8:05 a.m.
Patients and doctors at Primary Children's Hospital are celebrating the benefits of a new minimally invasive procedure to treat spina bifida before babies are born.
2 men killed in head-on crash in Duchesne County
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 9 - 12:15 p.m.
Two men were killed in a head-on crash between Myton and Roosevelt Monday morning. U.S. 40 in Duchesne County was closed in both directions.
Analysis of health data places Utah 10th, Idaho first in overall health
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 9 - 6:15 a.m.
Utah residents report they are more active than most other states, and they're ranked lowest on alcohol consumption. But Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data shows the state's obesity rate is increasing at a higher rate than many other states.
Probation ordered for Utah woman who stabbed car during road rage confrontation
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 4:03 p.m.
Bridget Hood pleaded guilty to assault and was ordered to serve two years of probation after chasing down a man she believed had cut her off, threatening him with a knife, charges say.
Utah Supreme Court says construction on Heber Valley temple can resume
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 10:45 a.m.
The Utah Supreme Court says construction of a Latter-day Saint temple in Heber City can resume while some residents appeal a lawsuit that sought to halt construction.
Murder charges dismissed for husband accused of killing his wife after he is found not competent
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 10:21 a.m.
Charges have been dismissed against a man accused of killing his wife in September 2023 after the man was ordered into civil commitment with a neurodegenerative disease.
Springville swim coach pleads no contest to object rape, sexual battery charges
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 6:50 a.m.
A former Springville swim coach entered a plea in abeyance and is not contesting that she inappropriately touched two people, one younger than 14, without consent.
Salt Lake City father given consecutive prison terms for abuse of 2-month-old
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 5 - 6:38 p.m.
A Salt Lake City father was sentenced to prison in January after his 2-month-old son was brought to the hospital with a brain bleed.
Former West High teacher sentenced to prison for sexually abusing student
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 4 - 10:02 p.m.
Former West High School drama teacher will spend at least 11 years in prison after being sentenced on Monday for sexually abusing a student who was in a play he directed.
Man who fired fatal shot in Clearfield road rage shooting acquitted in murder trial
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 3 - 10:01 p.m.
A West Point man was acquitted of murder during a jury trial on Friday. Jurors found that he acted in defense of himself, his vehicle or both during a road rage confrontation in June 2024.
Church of Jesus Christ announces financial, site and volunteer support for 2034 Winter Olympics
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 3 - 4:01 a.m.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced its support Tuesday for the 2034 Winter Games, including "a significant financial donation" and other contributions.
Babysitter sent to prison after admitting to killing 4-month-old in frustration
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 2 - 10:30 p.m.
Zachary Walton was sentenced to prison Monday for killing a 4-month-old baby he was babysitting. Prosecutors say he smashed the infant's head into an elevator corner.
