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Does Utah really have the 'Greatest Snow on Earth'?
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 7 - 10:40 a.m. | Save Story
Utah for decades has billed itself as having the "Greatest Snow on Earth."
Utah dam reconstruction wins national award
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 6 - 10:34 p.m. | Save Story
The reconstruction of a 1906 dam that serves Yuba Reservoir won a national award from the Association of State Dam Safety Officials earlier this year, deemed the project of the year across the country.
Avalanche danger rises after Utah welcomes fresh powder
Jodi Reynosa, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 4:17 p.m. | Save Story
Here's everything you should know about avalanche safety as Utah enters skiing season.
A peek inside Salt Lake City's first new regional park in over 60 years
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Dec. 6 - 3:38 p.m. | Save Story
After enduring delays, Salt Lake City opened the first phase of a new regional park that replaces the old Raging Waters site. It's also getting ready to work on expansions.
Will America tap the potential of its booming outdoor recreation industry?
Kevin Lind, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 6 - 12:03 p.m. | Save Story
According to ORR's latest published research based on federal data, the outdoor recreation industry was worth $1.2 trillion in 2023, the most recent available data. That's 2.3% of the U.S. gross domestic product.
Beaver Mountain prepares largest expansion ever while watching snowfall to set opening date
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 10:03 p.m. | Save Story
Beaver Mountain Ski Resort is racing to finish its largest expansion while waiting on fresh snow to set an opening date. The family-owned resort typically opens around the end of the year.
92 arrests made, 122 citations issued in monthslong sweep of Jordan River Parkway
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 12:04 p.m. | Save Story
Nearly 100 arrests were made and several more citations were issued during a multiagency sweep of the Jordan River Parkway Trail carried out over the last few months.
Skiers camp out for first chair at the start of Snowbasin's 85th season
Shelby Lofton, KSL | Posted Dec. 4 - 10:26 p.m. | Save Story
Snowbasin Resort is kicking off its 85th season this weekend after a delayed start to winter sports statewide.
Warnings, advisories issued ahead of Utah's first 'significant' snowfall event of the season
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated Dec. 4 - 3:40 p.m. | Save Story
After a slow start to the season, parts of Utah's mountains could receive 1 to 3 feet of snow or more from an incoming system.
Utah could soon get a new state park and a new trail outlining Salt Lake history
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Dec. 4 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
Utah will consider adding a new state park in 2026, adding to a popular system that generated close to 13 million visits last year.
More transit and tolls? UDOT unveils plan to handle Big Cottonwood Canyon travel woes
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Dec. 3 - 7:12 p.m. | Save Story
Utah transportation officials are looking at increased bus service and tolling as potential solutions to Big Cottonwood Canyon's growing popularity.
Northern Utah farm reaches agreement to lease quarter of its water to Great Salt Lake
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Dec. 3 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
A new agreement between a Weber County farm owner and multiple entities could serve as a new template for getting water to the Great Salt Lake.
These Utah resorts will open this week as snow continues to impact state
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Dec. 1 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
A handful of Utah resorts are planning to open this week following northern Utah's first big storm of the season, and there's more snow on the way.
New research shows drought conditions drive deer populations to croplands, urban environments
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Nov. 29 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
New USU research tracked movements of mule deer during drought and found that when water content in plants drops, deer will abandon their natural habitat for irrigated croplands.
Advisories issued for storm could produce valley snow, strong mountain totals in Utah
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated Nov. 29 - 1:57 p.m. | Save Story
The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for parts of Utah's mountains ahead of a storm that could also produce the first valley snow of the season.
Feds to build new campground near Capitol Reef National Park
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 28 - 6:25 p.m. | Save Story
Federal land managers say a new campground near Capitol Reef National Park should help to alleviate the impacts of growing visitation to Utah's outdoor gems.
UDOT launches weather and information website geared to travelers to the Ogden Valley
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Nov. 28 - 1:02 p.m. | Save Story
UDOT has launched a weather and information website geared to travelers headed to the ski resorts and other attractions of the Ogden Valley in Weber County.
As many push for new housing, Ogden mayor seeks site of former school to keep the land open
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Nov. 27 - 12:05 p.m. | Save Story
Though clamoring for new housing is loud, the Ogden mayor is pursuing purchase of the site of a former school so it can be maintained as public open space.
Salt Lake City looks to launch next $85M bond tranche. Here's what projects it could fund
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 26 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City leaders are now looking to add to the pile of money they will have available for park projects, tied to a $85 million bond approved in 2022.
Recent avalanche highlights Utah's risk despite low snow levels
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 26 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
Experts warn that a 150-foot-wide avalanche in Little Cottonwood Canyon over the weekend underscores a danger that exists within the mountains despite low snow totals so far.
'Extremely selfish' dad charged with taking young kids on dangerous hike that ended in a rescue
Pat Reavy, KSL | Updated Nov. 26 - 12:49 p.m. | Save Story
A South Jordan father who was rescued along with his three young children in a winter storm in Big Cottonwood Canyon is now facing child torture and abuse charges.
Consumer Product Safety Commission issues warning over some Rad Power Bikes batteries
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 25 - 1:16 p.m. | Save Story
The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a safety warning over a pair of battery models used on Rad Power Bikes models that it says can "unexpectedly ignite and explode."
Officials warn about cold water dangers as winter approaches
Dan Rascon, KSL | Posted Nov. 24 - 9:45 p.m. | Save Story
As temperatures drop, officials are reminding Utahns that water safety isn't just a summer concern.
Layton residents advocate for off-leash dog park; city identifies potential site
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Nov. 22 - 7:03 p.m. | Save Story
The city of Layton is without an off-leash dog park. Some residents are advocating to change that.
La Niña is back. What type of winter will it provide Utah this time around?
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 21 - 10:01 a.m. | Save Story
A new, long-range forecast signals uncertainty for Utah heading into meteorological winter, but it also offers some hope.
This new playground, open space marks a milestone for Salt Lake City
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 20 - 9:05 p.m. | Save Story
A new open space marks the first completed project tied to an $85 million bond that Salt Lake residents approved three years ago. It could also help in a transformation of the Jordan River.
Great Salt Lake is rising again, but it's going to need a 'really big' winter to avoid concerns
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 20 - 3:10 p.m. | Save Story
The Great Salt Lake appears to have started its annual winter gains early after a rainy October, but it faces an uncertain winter and a long road to recovery ahead.
As 1 Utah ski resort prepares to open, others are delaying their starts
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 19 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's ski season is slated to officially begin this weekend, but the number of resorts pushing back their opening dates continues to grow.
Popular Utah trail set to expand after Salt Lake County agrees to buy 60 acres at 'incredible' rate
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 19 - 4:03 p.m. | Save Story
The Bonneville Shoreline Trail is set to expand after Salt Lake County leaders agreed to support the purchase of 60 acres south of Emigration Canyon "at an incredible rate."
Have You Seen This? Detailed planning leads to stunning skydiving image
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 19 - 3:30 p.m. | Save Story
A photographer recently set out to capture an image he believes nobody has seen before — and he's probably right.
3 charged with illegally hunting deer in Utah County
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 19 - 8:05 a.m. | Save Story
Three Utahns are facing charges after Utah County prosecutors allege they illegally hunted multiple deer over the past few years.
Nik the Amur tiger dies at the Hogle Zoo
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted Nov. 18 - 5:04 p.m. | Save Story
Animal caretakers at Utah's Hogle Zoo had to say goodbye to a tiger who unexpectedly died from urinary and bladder issues last week.
This Utah ski hotel was just named world's best
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 18 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
Stein Eriksen Lodge came away as "World's Best Ski Hotel," beating out hotels from 23 different countries, in the World Ski Awards.
Are Grizzly bears making their way to Utah?
Mike Godfrey for KSL | Posted Nov. 17 - 8:30 p.m. | Save Story
A grizzly bear was seen approximately 20 miles east of Utah's northern border in April of this year. Experts weight in on what happens if the species returns to the Beehive State.
Southern Utah woman ordered to pay almost $15K in fines over damaged Utah petroglyph
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 17 - 6:15 p.m. | Save Story
Daniela Ganassim Ericksen, 47, of Ivins, Washington County, was sentenced for land vandalism on Monday.
Another winter weather advisory issued as storms linger in Utah
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 17 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
A storm system that slammed into Utah over the weekend provided beneficial moisture across the state, and there's more on the way.
Salt Lake City honors 'quiet majority' by completing tree restoration 5 years after storm
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 17 - 12:11 p.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City and a few dozen volunteers completed a full restoration of the 250 trees that were lost during a strong windstorm in 2020.
Girls only adventure group builds confidence and connection
Deja Brown, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 17 - 8:24 a.m. | Save Story
Carrie Gregg started Girls Only Adventure Trips to create a safe and welcoming community for women to explore the outdoors together.
'We're moving people': How the Utah Trail Network will help improve transportation
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 17 - 6:10 a.m. | Save Story
Christina Gulla wants to live for 20 more years. Thanks to the newly proposed Utah Trail Network master plan, there will be more paved trails statewide to help accomplish that goal.
This Utah ski resort named among best values in the country
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 15 - 10:03 a.m. | Save Story
Brian Head Ski Resort in southern Utah ranks among the Top 20 for visitor value for the upcoming season, according to an online vacation rental marketplace.
Advisory issued as valley rain, mountain snow returns to Utah
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated Nov. 15 - 8:17 a.m. | Save Story
A winter weather advisory has been issued for parts of Utah's mountains, ahead of a storm that will snap a dry stretch that has already delayed the openings for the state's ski season.
High hopes for a sharp turn into ski season amid record high temperatures
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted Nov. 14 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's unusually warm fall could challenge some early ski season plans, but that hasn't stopped hundreds of winter sports enthusiasts from flocking to the Beaver Mountain Ski Swap in Cache Valley.
Utah has changed its canyons traction law. What you need to know this winter
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 13 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah transportation officials can now enact traction laws ahead of a storm, but that's not the only change to the state's canyon traction laws beginning this winter.
One of Salt Lake City's more unique parks will be closed for months
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 13 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
Allen Park, one of Salt Lake City's more unique outdoor spaces, will be closed for months as the city begins its first major overhaul since the city acquired the historic property five years ago.
Northern lights continue to shine above US. Will clouds affect a Utah encore?
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 12 - 4:52 p.m. | Save Story
Utahns could be treated to a rare aurora borealis encore performance Wednesday night and Thursday morning, depending on cloud cover.
Utah, 6 other states hopeful to secure new Colorado River deal after missing key deadline
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 12 - 12:51 p.m. | Save Story
Utah and the six other Colorado River states reached a tentative agreement to continue working together on a plan to share river water from the river after missing a federal deadline.
Tracy Aviary plans to move original 87-year-old structure for new bird show pavilion
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 12 - 6:16 a.m. | Save Story
One of Utah's oldest zoos received the green light to relocate one of its original buildings to make way for a new pavilion that will allow its handlers to conduct shows throughout the year.
Northern lights seen in Utah, as NOAA issues 'very rare' geomagnetic storm watch
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated Nov. 11 - 8:15 p.m. | Save Story
A potentially severe geomagnetic storm could make it easier for residents to view an aurora borealis this week.
Arches opens investigation after visitor reports graffiti on landscapes
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 10 - 7:35 p.m. | Save Story
National Park Service officials say they're investigating a land vandalism case near Landscape Arch in the Devils Garden area of Arches National Park.
Is drying up the Colorado River going to dry up Utah?
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 10 - 6:25 a.m. | Save Story
The seven states that make up the Colorado River basin are facing a Tuesday decision with the federal government on a commitment to draw down on water use on a river in crisis.
New research shows true 'cost' of living with Great Salt Lake dust
Lauren Steinbrecher, PBS Utah | Posted Nov. 9 - 9:05 a.m. | Save Story
The Great Salt Lake's dust storms are not just an environmental problem, according to a new study from a professor at the University of Utah. It's also hitting Utahns' wallets.
Here's a way to get into skiing or snowboarding that won't break the bank
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 7 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
Dale Roberts, the founder and CEO of Ogden-based Rocky Mountain Ski Swaps, wants to make skiing and snowboarding more accessible for families by offering gently used and discounted new gear.
Indigenous director of GSL documentary hopes film sparks new conversations on saving the lake
Vanessa Hudson, Amplify Utah | Posted Nov. 6 - 11:01 a.m. | Save Story
A documentary focused on Indigenous stewardship of Great Salt Lake is the latest cry, filmmakers say, for state leaders to listen to Indigenous voices who believe the issue has been "scienced to death."
Utah directs $21M to help spur 38 outdoor recreation projects in the state
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 6 - 6:23 a.m. | Save Story
Dozens of outdoor recreation projects planned across Utah are receiving a boost from the state.
Fish species illegally introduced at Utah reservoir within Colorado River drainage
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 5 - 9:45 p.m. | Save Story
Utah wildlife officials are again reminding people that it's illegal to dump fish into bodies of water after state biologists discovered an unapproved species had been introduced at a southeast Utah reservoir.
'Outdoor Boys' is back on YouTube — sort of
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 5 - 8:03 p.m. | Save Story
The wildly popular "Outdoor Boys" will be back on YouTube this weekend — in a limited engagement.
Utah's 15 ski resorts made upgrades for this winter, but weather is delaying at least 1 opening
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Nov. 5 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's 15 ski resorts spent nearly $600 million toward investments over the past few years, but weather may still delay some openings this year.
Grand County sees record-breaking search and rescue operations in October for 2025
Dan Rascon, KSL | Posted Nov. 4 - 8:18 a.m. | Save Story
Grand County is known for its stunning red rock landscapes and outdoor adventures. But in October, those attractions led to an unprecedented number of emergencies.
