Daniel Woodruff

‘It’s really hard not knowing’: Residents gather for update on Monroe Canyon Fire People impacted by the growing Monroe Canyon Fire met Monday evening to get an update on the evolving situation.

People impacted by the growing Monroe Canyon Fire met this evening to get an update on the evolving situation ksltv.com/local-news/i...

NEW: As the Monroe Canyon Fire burns in central Utah, evacuation orders for the town of Burrville and the nearby Water Clover RV Park have been lifted ksltv.com/local-news/m...

Gov. Cox visits Monroe Canyon Fire, urges 'extreme caution' statewide One day after declaring a state of emergency, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox visited central Utah on Friday to take an aerial tour of the Monroe Canyon Fire and meet with local and federal officials about the ...

LATEST: One day after declaring a state of emergency, Gov. Spencer Cox visited central Utah to take an aerial tour of the growing Monroe Canyon Fire and urge "extreme caution" statewide ksltv.com/environment/... #utpol

Box Elder School District proposes tax increase after bond failure Taxpayers in northern Utah may soon have to fork over more money to the school district.

Taxpayers in northern Utah may soon have to fork over more money to the school district. The Box Elder School District is asking for a 37% tax increase after its latest effort to raise more money failed ksltv.com/local-news/b... #utpol

‘End is in sight’ as part of new Bangerter Highway interchange opens Getting around on Bangerter Highway in the Salt Lake Valley is not easy as much of the road is under construction.

Getting around on Bangerter Highway in the Salt Lake Valley isn’t easy as much of the road is under construction. But part of the project will hit a major milestone tomorrow ksltv.com/local-news/e...

Weber School District proposes 21% property tax increase The Weber School District is proposing to increase taxes on a typical home from $804 to $979 a year, which is a 21% jump.

A northern Utah school district wants to raise taxes ksltv.com/consumer/web... #utpol

Salt Lake City received 'courtesy notice' before fire that destroyed 2 Millcreek buildings Salt Lake City received a

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Millcreek's mayor says weeds had grown 4-5ft tall on an SLC property where a fire broke out, destroying 2 apartment buildings on Friday.

SLC confirmed a notice it received & is cooperating in the fire investigation:

www.ksl.com/article/5135...

LATEST: 3 people, including a young child, have been found dead inside a home in Millard County ksltv.com/local-news/3...

Utah Highway Patrol ramps up patrols for Pioneer Day OREM — As Pioneer Day celebrations continue, you may notice more Utah Highway Patrol troopers on the roads.

Utah Highway Patrol ramps up speed, DUI enforcement during holiday weekend ksltv.com/website/unca...

State reverses course on trail restrictions after ‘feedback’ following KSL report The state of Utah has reversed course on trail restrictions after access to a popular trail in Utah County was restricted.

NEW: The state of Utah has reversed course after access to a popular trail in Utah County was restricted, which KSL first brought to light ksltv.com/local-news/u... #utpol #utleg

Grand County settles with employee who complained of harassment, discrimination Grand County has settled with an employee who accused her supervisor of harassment and discrimination. The county is paying out a six-figure settlement to resolve the employee's complaint.

ICYMI - Grand County has settled with an employee who accused her supervisor of harassment and discrimination. After nearly a year, we got our hands on a copy of the settlement agreement www.ksl.com/article/5134... #utpol

Trump White House removes Wall Street Journal from Scotland trip press pool over Epstein report | CNN Business When the White House took control of the so-called “press pool” that accompanies the president, journalists worried that the Trump administration would use that power to punish news outlets.

“This attempt by the White House to punish a media outlet whose coverage it does not like is deeply troubling, and it defies the First Amendment.” www.cnn.com/2025/07/21/m...

Grand County settles with employee who complained of harassment, discrimination Grand County has settled with an employee who accused her supervisor of harassment and discrimination.

Grand County has settled with an employee who accused her supervisor of harassment and discrimination. After a lengthy public records fight, KSL finally obtained a copy of the settlement agreement ksltv.com/local-news/g... #utpol

Parents mourn Santaquin teen who died in rollover crash The parents of a Santaquin teenager killed in a rollover crash are opening up about the sudden loss of their son.

The parents of a Utah County teenager killed in a rollover crash are opening up about the sudden loss of their son ksltv.com/local-news/b...

Mike Lee Can’t Stop Throwing Social Media Grenades. His Church Isn’t Happy. The Utah senator’s online persona has further damaged his already frayed relationship with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

“(Utah Sen. Mike) Lee‬⁩ is a prominent Latter-day Saint, arguably the best-known elected Church member in the nation. His insensitive words were reflecting poorly on the faith at large.” www.politico.com/news/magazin... #utpol

Here’s how Utah housing prices break down by county, city The latest State of the State’s Housing Market report from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah breaks down Utah’s housing prices by county.

Housing prices in Utah are among the highest in the country, but those prices can vary wildly depending on where you are in the state ksltv.com/local-news/u...

Access to part of Bonneville Shoreline Trail restricted under new Utah law According to a new state law that took effect in May, you must buy a hunting or fishing license to access certain areas of Utah designated for wildlife.

Access to part of the popular Bonneville Shoreline Trail is now restricted under a new Utah law ksltv.com/local-news/b... #utpol

Here's what Utah's housing market looks like right now Utah’s housing market is the ninth most expensive in the country, although prices have barely inched up since hitting a high in 2022.

Utah’s housing market is the 9th most expensive in the country, although prices have barely inched up since hitting a high in 2022 ksltv.com/local-news/u...

No reservations needed at Arches National Park until end of August Starting July 7, and going through Aug. 27, Arches National Park is pausing its timed entry reservation system.

Arches National Park is pausing its timed entry reservation system ksltv.com/local-news/n...

Hegseth halted weapons for Ukraine despite military analysis that the aid wouldn’t jeopardize U.S. readiness The move blindsided the State Department, Ukraine, European allies and members of Congress, who demanded an explanation from the Pentagon.

The Defense Dept. held up a shipment of U.S. weapons for Ukraine over what officials said were concerns about its low stockpiles.

But an analysis by senior military officers found that the aid package would not jeopardize the American military’s own ammunition supplies, U.S. officials say.

COMMENTARY: CBS joining ABC in bowing to President Trump is a reminder that journalism is quietly defended against powerful interests in newsrooms across America every day. Thank you to the news leadership and media owners standing behind journalism that matters.

Stadium of Fire makes changes after fireworks injured 26 people last year Organizers of this year's Stadium of Fire said they've taken steps to make sure a fireworks fiasco doesn't happen again.

Organizers of this year’s Stadium of Fire say they’ve taken steps to make sure a fireworks fiasco doesn’t happen again ksltv.com/events_holid...

Salt Lake City unveils new plans for Ballpark neighborhood development Leaders have released new plans for redeveloping the Ballpark neighborhood where the Salt Lake Bees used to play.

NEW: Salt Lake City unveils new plans for Ballpark neighborhood development ksltv.com/entertainmen... #utpol

Inside the newly renovated Joseph Smith Memorial Building in downtown Salt Lake The Joseph Smith Memorial Building’s first floor lobby and restaurant opened to the public after a years-long renovation.

Another key part of Temple Square in downtown Salt Lake City has reopened after a years-long renovation. It comes with some changes — and some familiar favorites ksltv.com/local-news/j...

Forsyth Fire evacuees return home as containment reaches 8% People in southern Utah are back home one week after evacuating from the Forsyth Fire.

NEW: Forsyth Fire evacuees in Washington County return home as containment reaches 8% ksltv.com/local-news/f...

Forsyth Fire evacuees can return home starting Friday morning Everyone who evacuated due to the Forsyth Fire got some good news Thursday evening when they learned they will soon be allowed to return to their homes.

Forsyth Fire evacuees can return home starting Friday morning ksltv.com/local-news/f...

BREAKING: The Washington County Sheriff’s Office says people who were evacuated due to the #ForsythFire will be allowed to return to their homes starting at 10am tomorrow, but they’ll need to be ready to evacuate again if needed.

Forsyth Fire reaches 5% containment ahead of another community meeting for evacuees The Forsyth Fire in southwestern Utah has grown to nearly 10,000 acres with 5% containment, officials announced Thursday morning.

NEW: Forsyth Fire reaches 5% containment ahead of another community meeting for evacuees ksltv.com/local-news/f...

When an official responds to a question with anger and insults rather than an answer, that’s every journalist’s signal that they’ve asked a good question.

NEW: The Forsyth Fire in Washington County has now burned 9,665 acres with 5% containment, according to new information this morning. Another community meeting for evacuated residents is scheduled for tonight at 6:00 at the Central Fire Station.