Mike Headrick
KSL Investigates: How COVID-19 Treatments Have Changed In Nine Months
When COVID-19 struck in March, the novel virus had physicians struggling to treat it. Now, nine months later, KSL Investigators speak with an ICU doctor about how treatments have changed and what’s to come.3 years ago
Use of Force: KSL Investigates Civil Claims, Payouts & Policy
The KSL Investigators uncover how many lawsuits have been filed against law enforcement in Utah claiming excessive force and how much those lawsuits and payouts have cost taxpayers.4 years ago
Police Use Of Force: KSL Investigators Find Inconsistent Records, Definitions Statewide
The KSL Investigators gathered five years’ worth of data on police use of force in Utah to get a better idea how often it happens, if public perception is accurate and if policymakers have the information they need to address any reforms.4 years ago
KSL Investigates: Overwhelmed Contact Tracers Relying On Patients To Self-Trace
As COVID-19 cases continue to break records in Utah, the KSL Investigators checked in with three of the hardest-hit counties to find that contact tracing has become overwhelming.4 years ago
Storage Gone Wrong: Who Is At Fault After Tooele Mom Loses A Lifetime Of Possessions?
When you rent a storage unit, the facility has the right to dispose of your belongings if you don’t pay. But what if that happened after you set up autopay? KSL Investigates.4 years ago
KSL Investigators Win Fight For More Info On COVID-19 In Utah’s Care Centers
Utah’s long-term care facilities have been hit hard by the pandemic. But public information has been incomplete on just how it’s impacting some residents. The KSL Investigators fought to provide more transparency. Here’s what you need to know.4 years ago
Audit Finds Lack Of Pre-Planning, Communication Hindered COVID-19 Response
State leaders were underprepared for the COVID-19 pandemic and response was hindered by an unclear chain of command. That’s according to a new report from the State Auditor.4 years ago
Audit Reveals Problems With State COVID-19 Contracts
The KSL Investigators have learned the state of Utah has spent $11 million in controversial no-bid contracts in the fight against COVID-19.4 years ago
Risk Equation Shows How Quickly Utah Schools Could Reach COVID-19 Thresholds
The Utah Department of Health said COVID-19 School Health Advisory Workgroup is still discussing if statewide benchmarks are necessary, and what those benchmarks should be. Meanwhile, nearly every school district in the state has already reopened to students.4 years ago
‘Mistakes Were Made,’ But Cox Stands By Utah’s COVID-19 Response
Mike Headrick sat down 1-on-1 with the head of Utah’s COVID-19 Task Force to discuss what worked, what didn’t and what Utahns can expect for the future.4 years ago
KSL Investigates If Healthy Together App Is Worth Investment After State Turns Off Main Feature
The state of Utah spent $6 million on the Healthy Together app, which was designed to help curb the pandemic. Is it working, and was it worth the price tag?4 years ago
Magnet For Mischief: KSL Investigates Alarming Rise In Police Calls To Abandoned Waterpark
The KSL Investigators found a dangerous Salt Lake property overrun by trespassing teens. After one group was robbed at gunpoint, why isn’t more being done to secure the property?4 years ago
Police Use Of Force: The KSL Investigators Explore Policy & Law
With the outcry for change surrounding race and complaints of police brutality in Utah and across the nation, the KSL Investigators looked into current state law and police policy to examine the death of Bernardo Palacios-Carbajal, killed by Salt Lake City police three weeks ago.4 years ago
KSL Investigates: Exclusive Interview With Utah’s Coronavirus Task Force Chief
Utahns have big questions on the state’s fight against coronavirus. KSL Investigators took those questions to the man in charge of the Coronavirus Task Force, Lt. Governor Spencer Cox, in an exclusive one-on-one interview.4 years ago
Utah’s COVID-19 Capacity By The Numbers
Gov. Herbert and the Coronavirus Task Force today announced numbers showing Utah’s capacity to fight COVID-19. Mike Headrick reports that with good news comes drastic needs to protect healthcare workers.4 years ago
Heath Officials Say Food Delivery Services Safe During Outbreak
Many people are looking to order food in with restaurant dining rooms closed across Utah. But how safe is it to use delivery services like DoorDash, Grubhub and Uber Eats?4 years ago
What Should You Do When Lost Luggage Spoils Your Vacation?
Every year, millions of people hop on a plane and travel the world. And every year, millions of pieces of luggage are misplaced or lost. Airlines are required to compensate passengers if their bags are damaged, delayed, or lost - but that compensation doesn’t always come so easy.4 years ago
Dirty Dining? KSL Investigators Look Into Popular Salt Lake Restaurant Rankings
The KSL Investigators dug through health inspection reports for nearly 3,000 restaurants in Salt Lake County to determine which ones have the most health inspection violations.4 years ago
KSL Investigates A Toxic Threat: Are Utah Laws Doing Enough To Protect Your Health?
There are homes all along the Wasatch Front contaminated with methamphetamine. As the KSL Investigators found out, you’d likely never know you are living in one, until it was too late.4 years ago
KSL Investigates: Confusing Parking Signs Lead To Tickets
After several people were ticketed for parking at Mantua Reservoir where they have parked for years, they asked the KSL Investigators to find out if it was a case of confusing signs or a new ticket trap.4 years ago
