Don Brinkerhoff

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Don Brinkerhoff is a reporter and producer for KSL NewsRadio. You can reach him at dbrinkerhoff@ksl.com.

Utah exceeds annual average of boating related drownings
Boating related drownings in Utah have already exceeded the annual average. So far this year eight people have drowned.2 days ago

Cone snails may provide better treatment options for diabetics
Cone snails are providing researchers at the University of Utah with the inspiration to create a better treatment option for diabetics.8 days ago

Tony Grove Lake reopened after trying to kill off invasive plant
Tony Grove Lake has reopened after being closed in an attempt to try and kill off an invasive plant.8 days ago

What to do if you encounter coyotes or other wildlife in Utah
Seeing coyotes in Utah isn't uncommon. Wildlife officials in the state have resources available to anyone wanting to hit the trails.14 days ago

After recent drownings in Utah parks, official shares safety reminders
Several drownings in Utah have one Utah State Parks official sharing reminders about wearing a lifejacket and being mindful of weather.16 days ago

Utah-built booster rockets help launch Atlas V payload into deep space
Five Utah-built rocket boosters helped lift an Atlas V rocket and payload into deep space.28 days ago

Invasive Zebra Mussel larvae found in the Colorado River
Officials have found two microscopic zebra mussel larvae in the Colorado River. They are warning neighboring states.1 month ago

Will Utah’s Olympic venues help secure the 2034 games?
The Salt Lake City-Utah Committee for the games will make its final pitch for 2034, they hope Utah's Olympic venues will be a big selling point.1 month ago

Call for 2034 Winter Olympic Games volunteers has begun
The non-profit organization, The Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation is recruiting volunteers for the 2034 Winter Olympic Games. Some other organizations have started to do the same.1 month ago

Are UTA Olympic preparations enough to win the 2034 bid?
UTA Olympic preparations are underway to win the bid for the 2034 Winter Olympics, but are we ready?1 month ago

Farmer’s markets play a necessary role in Utah
41 farmer's markets across Utah are helping small business owners boost their revenue, according to the Utah Farmer's Market Network.2 months ago

Owners of non-motorized watercraft in Utah required to train on quagga mussel prevention
Before you launch your boat in Utah this summer, a new law requires you to take an online training course about the prevention of quagga mussels.2 months ago

Researchers find evidence of possible alien megastructures
One Utah scientist weighs in on study about possible evidence of alien megastructures. He thinks there may be a simpler answer.2 months ago

Nonprofit working to build trust in Utah elections
Trust Utah Elections, a new nonprofit, is working to help Utahns have confidence in the state's election process.2 months ago

First triple-digit degree day hits Utah today, is June too early?
Utah reaches first triple digit degree day of the year. Historically we don’t usually get triple digit temperatures this early along the Wasatch Front, but we have for the last few years.3 months ago

Utah cities are clearing the way for backyard homes
Several cities along the Wasatch Front are reportedly loosening their restrictions on so-called backyard homes.3 months ago

Davis County high school students are hacking the hackers behind phishing schemes
A group of high school juniors in Davis County are hacking the hackers to protect phishing victims using a program called VEGA.3 months ago

U. researchers ask: Is it worth mining rare-earth minerals in eastern Utah and western Colorado?
University of Utah researchers are asking for grant money to see if there are enough rare-earth minerals in Utah and Colorado worth extracting.3 months ago

Why there’s financial hope for Gen Z
We're living in financial stressful times, Gen Z has reason to be hopeful about their financial future.3 months ago

Two Utah police departments honored with NASRO awards
The St. George and Orem police departments are being honored by NASRO for their school-based law enforcement.3 months ago

Rare earth minerals found in Utah, Colorado, are critical for cleaner energy sources
Rare earth minerals have been found in Utah and Colorado mines according to University of Utah researchers.3 months ago

Utah oncologist talks cancer prevention ahead of Memorial Day
Huntsman Center Oncologist, Dr. Theresa Werner talks about the importance of cancer prevention during skin cancer awareness month.3 months ago

Local professors create ‘Disagree Better’ toolkit for parents
Professors created "Disagree Better" toolkit which includes free online courses to help parents teach kids ways to handle disagreements.4 months ago
