Environment

Britt Johnson
Levees along Provo River are no longer up to current standards
Now, businesses and homes along the Provo River are considered to be on a flood plain. Updates to these Provo levees would cost big.7 hours ago

Heather Peterson
Utah State Parks expecting huge crowds this Labor Day weekend
Labor Day is considered to be the last weekend of summer and Utah State Parks are expecting this year's celebration to be a big one.16 hours ago

Britt Johnson
Floodwater mosquitoes hit hard in northern Utah
A large influx of mosquitoes in northern Utah has hit hard after recent flooding led to a boom in mosquito population.1 day ago

Mariah Maynes
Animal welfare groups oppose plan to hunt barred owls
A letter signed by several animal welfare groups expressed opposition to a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service plan to hunt invasive barred owls in the Pacific Northwest.2 days ago

Heather Peterson
“Arts and Sciences in the Wild”: New plans for Allen Park released
After a year and a half of work, the new plans for Allen Park are out and ready for the public's comments.2 days ago

Adam Small
More wildfire smoke headed to the Wasatch Front
SALT LAKE CITY — Enjoy these clear skies while you can. More wildfire smoke is on its way to the Wasatch Front. According to KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson, wildfire smoke starts to build in as early as tomorrow afternoon. Utahns can expect the smoke to stick around as University of Utah kicks off their season […]2 days ago

Emma Keddington
Dog left for dead in Roosevelt brings light to a widespread issue
Ranger the dog was found with shrapnel all over his body. A rescuer wants his story to bring light to a tragic problem.2 days ago

Mariah Maynes
Fall colors: on trees and in lakes this September and October
Leaves aren't the only things that change colors when fall arrives. The Utah DWR said that kokanee salmon also take on a new hue.3 days ago

Alexandrea Bonilla
Scientists stumped by unusual weather patterns
Scientists are seeing some unusual weather patterns that even 40 years of data isn't helping them understand.3 days ago

Mariah Maynes
National Park Service celebrates 108th anniversary
The National Park Service celebrated 108 years of management and conservation on August 25, 2024.4 days ago

Mariah Maynes
Search underway for missing hiker in Arches National Park
Search and rescue teams have began efforts to locate a 76-year-old missing hiker in Arches National Park. His family last saw him on Aug. 13.4 days ago

Emma Keddington
Search continues for woman missing after Colorado River flash flood at Grand Canyon National Park
33-year-old Arizona woman Chenoa Nickerson went missing after a flash flood struck Grand Canyon National Park.4 days ago

Kyle Remund
Family and friends pay homage to three Utahns who lost their lives in the Sierra Nevada mountains
Utahns Jeannine Skinner, David Bell and Pete On lost their lives on Friday night in the Sierra Nevada mountains.4 days ago

Emma Keddington
Severe thunderstorm warning in place for parts of Utah
The Salt Lake City National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts Utah until 8 p.m. Sunday evening.5 days ago

Kennedy Camarena
Parts of Utah under flood watch starting at noon on Sunday
A flood watch is in effect from noon through the rest of the day on Sunday for portions of Utah due to heavy rainfall.5 days ago

Mike Anderson, KSL TV
Fundraiser to help family of two brothers, struck by lightning
A fundraiser is being held on Sunday to help with a family's medical and funeral expenses after two brothers were struck by lightning.6 days ago

Eric Cabrera
Public closure of outdoor shooting range in Kaysville leaves hundreds confused
The public closure of an outdoor shooting range in Kaysville has left hundreds asking why. Davis County says they plan to reopen soon.6 days ago

Michelle Lee
Gov. Cox issues a state of emergency due to flooding in Utah
Governor Spencer Cox has issued a state of emergency in Utah due to recent flooding.6 days ago

Michelle Lee
Man dead after paddleboarding accident at Quail Creek State Park
Authorities say a man in his 40s died after a paddleboarding accident at Quail Creek State Park this afternoon. His death is still under investigation.6 days ago

Sam Herrera
Algae bloom warnings in place in parts of Pineview Reservoir
The Weber-Morgan Health Department announced Thursday that parts of the Pineview Reservoir are under algae bloom warnings.7 days ago

Adam Small
The summer heat could cost the Great Salt Lake more water than normal, lose much of its year-long progress, officials say
The Deputy Great Salt Lake Commissioner said the lake normally loses 2 to 2.5 feet every summer from evaporation and upstream diversions.7 days ago

Britt Johnson
Recent Utah rain sends the state closer to average water levels
Utah's recent summer rain brought the state's water levels up. Now, the state is extremely close to average water levels.7 days ago

Michelle Lee
A guide to renovating your lawn after a long, hot summer
This summer was so hot that it did quite a bit of damage to most people’s lawns. Here are some tips for renovating your lawn to transform it back to lush green.7 days ago
