Deanie Wimmer
An Olympic legacy brings year-round sporting events to Utah
Utah has capitalized on the Olympic spotlight and demonstrated its ability as a world-class host for winter and summer sporting events. The sports world appears to have taken notice.11 days ago
Sterling Scholar program’s impressive legacy
From the Navajo reservation to Harvard to the University of Utah – a Utah student makes impressive gain with help from KSL/Deseret News Sterling Scholar program.2 months ago
Exhausted by bad air: Is smog-eating tech something Utah should consider?
What if Salt Lake could address our pollution problem with technology that “eats” the smog? Several U.S. cities and countries are doing just that with surfaces treated with materials that “neutralize” smog. Is it a solution Utah should consider?3 months ago
Majority of Americans, especially women, feel overwhelmed by group texts
Group texts can be hard to navigate because they come from our closest family members and friends. A social media researcher and an etiquette expert recommend using boundaries and technology to take control, without ruining relationships.5 months ago
A ‘lethal combination’: Domestic violence and guns in Utah
Utah isn’t strict on enforcement when it comes to domestic violence protective orders and firearms. The KSL Investigators dig into the state’s approach, along with a legal battle that could upend policies laws nationwide.5 months ago
New legislation and millions planned to improve safety for students walking to school
Neighbors have resources to make their communities safer if they know where to ask. In addition to money for infrastructure improvements and training, proposed legislation would ticket speeders via radar cameras.6 months ago
High stakes of kindergarten readiness; what Utah schools are doing to improve student performance
Ready for kindergarten used to mean a child turned five by the cutoff date. But as the stakes and expectations get higher, teachers are encountering some surprising behaviors.7 months ago
Pickleball turf wars: how a popular sport is creating competition for community court space
The fastest growing sport in the country is creating a growing need for court space. As Utah communities rush to find solutions, it’s creating competition with more established sports.11 months ago
Utah lawmaker questions schools leaving money on the table for mental health screenings
Schools screen vision and hearing, so why not mental health? While funding is available, most Utah schools do not take part in a state program to provide mental health screenings in school, even though suicide is the number one cause of death among Utah teens.12 months ago
KSL+: The longest serving woman in the legislature
The 2023 legislative session ended with some historic legislation. It was also historic for another reason.1 year ago
Former KSL anchor avoids life-changing surgery by learning genetic risk
The country’s largest DNA study, conducted in Utah, shows potential to revolutionize healthcare treatments and costs.1 year ago
Rep. Carol Spackman Moss makes history as Utah’s longest serving female legislator
Rep. Spackman Moss finds success by winning over her constituency, whether teenage students, Holladay voters or fellow lawmakers.1 year ago
Win or lose, Rose Bowl boosts U of U at almost every level
Even though the Rose Bowl game didn't go Utah's way, it still delivers what University President Taylor Randall calls a "halo effect" to nearly every aspect of the school.1 year ago
‘Team mom’ status brings comfort to aunt of late Utah player, Ty Jordan
Ty Jordan's aunt, Takka Jordan, still keeps in contact with the players and coaches, attends games and relishes the title of "team mom."1 year ago
After her cousin was killed by an ex, Utah’s Lt. Gov. says Utah must take action on domestic violence
Four months after a Utah woman was killed by an ex-husband, her family hopes the case will spark change to Utah laws to better protect others from domestic violence.1 year ago
KSL’s Deanie Wimmer sits down with new coach of Utah Jazz
The Utah Jazz play their first home game of a new season this week with a mostly new team and a new head coach. KSL's Deanie Wimmer sat down with him for a one-on-one interview.2 years ago
Chronic Absenteeism leads to rise in F grades in most of Utah’s largest school districts
Schools all over Utah are dealing with the problem of chronic absenteeism. Educators are seeing thousands of absences, and as a result, failing grades.2 years ago
How Utah schools updated security in the wake of Uvalde
KSL surveyed Utah schools based on the findings of the "Robb Report," Texas lawmakers' analysis of what went wrong in Uvalde, to learn what changes have been made in our state.2 years ago
Too many texts: Cellphone experiment shows impact on learning
Cellphones are a distraction in school. That well-researched fact surprises no one. What may be a surprise is to what extent they impact concentration.2 years ago
New aptitude tests help match Utah students with careers
Utah has a new tool to better help its high school students plan for their future.2 years ago
Social media gives behind the scenes look at Team USA in Beijing
Much of our lives revolves around social media. Liking, retweeting, snapping, swiping right — it's all a normal part of the day. But it's also giving us a behind the scenes look at a day in the life of Team USA athletes during their time in Beijing.2 years ago
The affordable home challenge: See what a Utah homebuyer can find for $350K
Does finding an affordable home for your family seem like a hopeless challenge? See what options are available for $350K across the state, and what advice realtors have for homebuyers.2 years ago
Utah charity group collecting emergency supplies for Tonga
Charity group Honor 365, which helps veterans, first responders and their families, has created a way people can help and send supplies to Tonga.2 years ago
