An area of Salt Lake has more than its fair share of crime, but the city’s hands seem to be tied. The KSL Investigators traveled out of state in search of a potential solution to make our community more safe.
Suicide is the second leading cause of death of teens in Utah and the state's teen suicide rate is consistently higher than the rest of the nation. There are things we can do to as families, parents and a community to save lives.
You may think that telling your child how dangerous a gun is will deter them from touching it, but children are curious. Now is a good time to make sure you're practicing proper gun safety.
Do you wonder what it is like to be a police officer? Many law enforcement agencies offer opportunities for you to see what's taught in the police academy.
Three-year-old Elsie Mahe’s life was cut short after a tragic accident in the family home, but her legacy lives on. See how the sparkle and spirit of a little girl has helped to spread faith, love, and kindness across the globe.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Statistics show it's an important topic. According to the Utah Department of Health, domestic violence, or intimate partner violence, affected 18 percent of Utah women in 2016.
Logan Smith is what's called an ASMRtist, someone who makes videos that give some viewers a tingling sensation called autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR).
Police say a Salt Lake City motel is a haven for drugs, prostitution and assault. Neighbors want it shut down, claiming it does nothing more than attract crime. For months, the city has said its hands are tied, but it's finally taking action.
The second annual safety week goes from September 23-29 across the United States and Canada. Police departments across the country have partnered with Amtrak and Operation Lifesaver to remind people how important it is to follow train safety laws along the railroad tracks.
Thirty years ago this week a dramatic battle was underway — Yellowstone faced its most extreme fires in more than a century, and many feared it would destroy the beloved park. But 30 years later, scientists say it turned out pretty much the opposite
Labor Day marks the end of the 100 deadliest days for traffic crashes. Unfortunately, we had more traffic deaths this year than last year. While the Utah Department of Transportation won't release official numbers for several days, at least 100 people died on Utah roads this summer.
Gas prices in Utah right now hover just over $3 a gallon. A fuel rewards card could help you shave a lot of money off your Labor Day road trip. There are pros and cons to the different options, so KSL did the math to see how the savings stack up.
It’s probably safe to say nobody likes getting a ticket, especially when that ticket runs you upwards of $6,000. When a Utah man contacted the KSL Investigators about his pricey citation, they had one question: is it fair?
Whenever an emergency vehicle uses lights and sirens, it raises the level of confusion for all drivers on the road. Here are some important reminder if you encounter a firetruck, ambulance or police car while driving.
A unique benefit allows Weber County elected officials to access a lump sum payment worth tens of thousands of dollars if they quit, or lose an election. The benefit has cost taxpayers nearly $250,000 over four years.
They waited in the dark a half-mile underground, in blistering heat, for someone to rescue them. In 1963 an explosion killed 18 miners and trapped others for more than two days in almost intolerable conditions. Two survivors returned--- to remember.
More than 1,400 teachers responded to a KSL survey sent to high school teachers across the state. Around 90 percent of respondents reported feeling safe in their schools and classrooms, but almost 60 percent said they didn’t feel their schools did enough to control access to their buildings or equip them to address mental health concerns.