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Have You Seen This? Rams ring in 2024 NFL draft with turf field on beach

Have You Seen This? Rams ring in 2024 NFL draft with turf field on beach

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted April 25 - 3:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Los Angeles Rams are embracing their coastal identity by building a 60-yard turf football field on Hermosa Beach ahead of Thursday's NFL draft.
'Sacrifices' will need to be made from Bear River water supply to help Great Salt Lake

'Sacrifices' will need to be made from Bear River water supply to help Great Salt Lake

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 25 - 11:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

With the Bear River serving so many different purposes in the state of Utah, agricultural producers are trying to make sure their uses for the river aren't forgotten as lawmakers discuss the preservation of the Great Salt Lake.
Utah teacher in running for 'America's Favorite Teacher'

Utah teacher in running for 'America's Favorite Teacher'

Arianne Brown for KSL.com  |  Posted April 25 - 10:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

A Utah man is steps away from becoming "America's Favorite Teacher," as the nationwide contest narrows down its top five this week. Cole Wilkes, of Foxboro Elementary, is in first place for the Reader's Digest contest that will award him $25,000 and a trip to Hawaii should he win.
Autism program at Utah State University is helping kids across the world

Autism program at Utah State University is helping kids across the world

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 24 - 5:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

An overseas supermodel-turned-philanthropist is getting help from Utah State University to teach children with autism.
How much will the Great Salt Lake rise? State to offer a reward if you guess it correctly

How much will the Great Salt Lake rise? State to offer a reward if you guess it correctly

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 24 - 5:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Water levels at the Great Salt Lake are higher now than at any other point in the last five years, but its peak this year is up to anyone's guess.
An honest day's work: Teens at Springdale Subway find purse full of cash, turn it in to authorities

An honest day's work: Teens at Springdale Subway find purse full of cash, turn it in to authorities

Stephanie DeGraw, St. George News  |  Posted April 24 - 12:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Three teenagers working at the Subway sandwich shop in Springdale discovered a purse left behind bursting with money Monday evening.
Idaho filmmaker, 'Studio C' alum, takes on new movie playing in theaters nationwide

Idaho filmmaker, 'Studio C' alum, takes on new movie playing in theaters nationwide

Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted April 24 - 8:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

A filmmaker and actor with ties in Utah and Idaho is featured in a new movie playing nationwide.
The similarities behind the Jazz and Coyotes relocations nearly 45 years apart

The similarities behind the Jazz and Coyotes relocations nearly 45 years apart

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 9:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

It turns out there are plenty of similarities in Utah's response to the NHL as when the New Orleans Jazz moved to Utah 45 years ago this June.
Why Utah could be in for a hot and dry summer

Why Utah could be in for a hot and dry summer

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 3:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah could be in for another hot summer, according to a new long-range outlook.
New tool for algal bloom mitigation is making breakthrough results in Utah, scientists say

New tool for algal bloom mitigation is making breakthrough results in Utah, scientists say

Mary Culbertson, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 23 - 1:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Scientists are testing a new tool that aims to help suppress algal blooms in bodies of water, and experts say the device is producing breakthrough results.
3 in 5 families are short-order cooks for picky kids. Here's what to do instead

3 in 5 families are short-order cooks for picky kids. Here's what to do instead

Madeline Holcombe, CNN  |  Posted April 23 - 12:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Each of Tara Marklin's three sons have vastly different approaches to eating: The oldest eats the widest array, the middle likes vegetables but takes strong stances on other foods and her 3-year-old wants to live off of oxygen and mac and cheese, she said.
Provo aiming to clean up Utah Lake with state-of-the-art wastewater treatment facility

Provo aiming to clean up Utah Lake with state-of-the-art wastewater treatment facility

Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

A new secondary process wastewater treatment plant is being built in Provo to hopefully help clean up Utah Lake.
Utah's snowpack has melted in a 'reasonable manner' so far; outlook looks promising, NWS says

Utah's snowpack has melted in a 'reasonable manner' so far; outlook looks promising, NWS says

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 23 - 10:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

An expert explains how Utah's above-average snowpack has melted "in a reasonable manner" so far and what is expected next.
Utah County search and rescue crews encouraging hikers to be prepared this spring

Utah County search and rescue crews encouraging hikers to be prepared this spring

Brianna Chavez, KSL-TV  |  Posted April 22 - 10:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

With warmer weather in the forecast, that means more opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. But that could come at a cost if you're not prepared.
6 unforgettable things to do in Turks and Caicos

6 unforgettable things to do in Turks and Caicos

Grant Olsen for KSL.com  |  Posted April 22 - 8:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Beautiful beaches? Check. Fascinating wildlife? Check. Large shipwrecks? Check.
Egypt reclaims 3,400-year-old stolen statue of King Ramses II

Egypt reclaims 3,400-year-old stolen statue of King Ramses II

Hatem Maher, Reuters  |  Posted April 22 - 7:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Egypt welcomed home a 3,400-year-old statue depicting the head of King Ramses II after it was stolen and smuggled out of the country more than three decades ago, the country's antiquities ministry said on Sunday.
An upcycled 'trashion' show: How SLCC students are making fashion more sustainable

An upcycled 'trashion' show: How SLCC students are making fashion more sustainable

Sky Mundell, KSL.com  |  Posted April 22 - 4:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City Community College's Fashion Institute held a daylong Earth Day celebration to promote more sustainable practices in the fashion industry — including a fashion show featuring upcycled garments.
Have You Seen This? So that's why the mailbox is crooked

Have You Seen This? So that's why the mailbox is crooked

Grant Olsen for KSL.com  |  Posted April 22 - 3:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Who among us hasn't accidentally broken something and then slunk away like a coward?
Emergency fishing closure lifted at Panguitch Lake after dam scare

Emergency fishing closure lifted at Panguitch Lake after dam scare

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted April 22 - 12:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah wildlife officials are allowing anglers to catch fish at Panguitch Lake once again after closing the reservoir off amid concerns over its dam earlier this month.