Matt Rascon
Demolition begins, businesses still closed weeks after Sugar House fire
More than two weeks after a fire tore through an apartment complex under construction in Sugar House, businesses are still closed and crews have started demolishing what’s left of the building.2 years ago
Cause of house fire and explosion in West Jordan still unknown
Investigators were still working to determine the cause of a house fire Friday, one day after an explosion and flames destroyed a home and damaged another in West Jordan.2 years ago
Hundreds line up for popular restaurant in Millcreek before it closes permanently
Hundreds of customers lined up outside of Hector’s Mexican Food on Thursday, to show their support for a restaurant that’s closing their doors after 27 years in Millcreek.2 years ago
KSL+: The Impact of pandemic and “chronic absenteeism” in Utah schools
Months into the new school year, the pandemic’s impact on students is coming into focus.2 years ago
KSL+: The closest race in Utah
People are calling it the tightest race in Utah in decades. Three weeks out from the midterm elections, Senator Mike Lee and challenger Evan McMullin faced off in their first and only debate.2 years ago
Hill AFB expansion is part of updating U.S. nuclear defense
A federally funded non-profit announced it had expanded its presence at Hill Air Force Base Wednesday in an ongoing effort to update the country’s nuclear missile program to keep up with the programs in other countries like China and Russia.2 years ago
McMullin accuses Lee of betraying Constitution in first and only Senate debate
Sen. Mike Lee and challenger Evan McMullin went head-to-head in their first and only debate Monday night, in the state’s tightest race in the midterm election.2 years ago
KSL+: Election fraud in Utah?
Two years after the 2020 presidential election and weeks away from the midterm elections, claims and concerns of election fraud aren’t going away.2 years ago
Utah man delivers thousands of ‘heart rocks’ to Uvalde
A man from Utah County delivered thousands of hand-carved rocks to the people of Uvalde, Texas, this week, more than four months after a shooting at an elementary school rocked the community and the nation.2 years ago
KSL+ The growing impact of digital evidence
One year after the shooting death of University of Utah football player Aaron Lowe, prosecutors say the amount of digital evidence they have to go through is dragging out the case against his accused killer.2 years ago
Silicon Slopes Summit: Gov. Cox praises tech industry
Governor Spencer Cox praised the tech industry for what its doing for the state and called on tech workers to do more Friday.2 years ago
UHP cracks down on unsafe drivers along I-15
Utah Highway Patrol troopers were out in force Wednesday, to remind drivers to slow down along a stretch of I-15 known for its speeding.2 years ago
Why court proceedings in Aaron Lowe murder case were postponed nine times
One year after the death of University of Utah football player Aaron Lowe on September 26, 2021, prosecutors continue to pour over digital evidence and the case against his accused killer continues to get pushed back in court.2 years ago
New stained-glass window shows Lehi won’t forget its fallen officer
A new stained-glass window at Lehi City’s public safety building honors the legacy of the police department and its only officer killed in the line of duty.2 years ago
KSL+: Electricity is finally running to Westwater
After decades of darkness and empty promises, the lights are finally on in the Navajo (Dine) community of Westwater—one of the last places in the country to receive electricity.2 years ago
Fire damages 10 cars in UVU parking lot
Fire investigators determined an engine malfunction was to blame in a fire that destroyed three cars and damaged several others in a parking lot at the Utah Valley University campus over the weekend.2 years ago
Hiker with flip-flops grateful to be alive after fall at Bridal Veil Falls
A man who fell more than 30 feet while climbing Bridal Veil Falls with flip-flops is recovering from a broken back and said he is grateful to be alive.2 years ago
Small Navajo Nation community gets electricity in their neighborhood
A small Navajo community in San Juan County celebrated a major milestone Friday, bringing electricity to dozens of people who for decades have struggled for access to basic necessities like power and water.2 years ago
KSL+: The ins and outs of the student debt crisis and the plan to forgive
This week we dive into the student debt crisis, the president’s plan to forgive loans, and who it impacts.2 years ago
Gov Cox signs letter to president, opposing student loan plan
Governor Spencer Cox is among 22 Republican governors who signed a letter to President Joe Biden, calling on him to withdraw his student loan forgiveness plan.2 years ago
BYU reverses ban on fan after investigation into volleyball match with Duke
BYU said it had found no evidence to corroborate allegations of racist heckling at the women’s volleyball match with Duke University Friday, capping off an internal investigation into the incident.2 years ago
KSL+: Is a gondola the right answer?
The decision is here. After years of research and public comment, UDOT is recommending a gondola to solve the canyon’s transportation problems.2 years ago
Kearns taco restaurant plans to reopen soon after repairs from attic fire
A restaurant in Kearns remained closed Thursday and the owners were left with cleanup after a fire broke out in the attic of Tacos El Olvido the night before.2 years ago
