Matt Rascon, KSL TV
Vaccinated make up nearly 39% of omicron deaths in Utah
Since the availability of the vaccine, those without a shot have made up the greatest portion of people who have died from COVID. That hasn’t changed. But since the start of the omicron variant, the percentage of vaccinated people who are dying has gone up significantly.2 days ago
Ken Fall, KSL TV
Are you over 50 or heading out of town? Get a 2nd COVID-19 booster, Utah doctor says
With COVID-19 rates rising in Utah and throughout most of the country, public health officials are most concerned about people over 50 and the immunocompromised.4 days ago
Josh Ellis, KSL TV
Going cashless during COVID-19 pandemic was ‘useless,’ BYU study says
Efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 by going cashless were essentially useless, according to a new study from Brigham Young University.4 days ago
Madison Swenson, KSL TV
Gov. Cox orders flags to be lowered in honor of COVID victims
Gov. Spencer Cox has ordered flags at all state facilities to be lowered for the next few days in accordance with President Joe Biden's proclamation honoring the 1,000,000 people who have lost their lives to COVID-19.4 days ago
Josh Ellis, KSL TV
Gov. Cox tests positive for COVID-19
Gov. Spencer Cox announced on Thursday that he has tested positive for COVID-19.4 days ago
Karah Brackin, KSL TV
CDC reissues recommendation for masks on public transportation as cases rise
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is repeating its recommendation that masks be worn on places like planes, trains, buses, and other transportation hubs.11 days ago
Lauren Steinbrecher, KSL TV
Utah teen helps missionaries not feel alone while attending MTC remotely
A Draper teen has found a unique way to help missionaries for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints adjust to training remotely and not feel so alone.17 days ago
LAURAN NEERGAARD, AP Medical Writer
Moderna seeks to be 1st with COVID shots for littlest kids
Moderna is asking U.S. regulators to open its COVID-19 vaccine to the nation's youngest children.18 days ago
Larry D. Curtis
Utah woman accused of selling counterfeit negative COVID-19 tests at airport
SALT LAKE CITY — A Salt Lake County woman is accused of selling fake negative COVID-19 test results to travelers and keeping the money, instead of sending it to her employer. Linda Fufui Toli is facing a charge of wire fraud in U.S. District Court of Utah. Court documents include a notice of intent to […]25 days ago
Brittany Tait, KSL TV
Masks no longer required at Salt Lake City Int’l Airport
Travelers at the Salt Lake City International Airport reacted to the news that masks are no longer required to fly following a ruling from a federal judge in Florida.27 days ago
Josh Ellis, KSL TV
UTA drops mask requirement for trains and buses
The Utah Transit Authority announced passengers on all UTA trains and buses will no longer need to wear masks.27 days ago
Tamara Vaifanua, KSL TV
New study finds virtual schooling has negatively impacted mental health for college students
Mental health has declined for many college students who experienced virtual schooling during the pandemic — that’s one of the findings of a new study released by the Utah-based company, Qualtrics.1 month ago
Ladd Egan, KSL TV
Money for Utah teacher bonuses headed to districts by June
Teachers who took on extra work during the omicron surge will soon be getting a thank you in their paychecks1 month ago
Jed Boal, KSL TV
Wastewater surveillance shows COVID-19 increasing in parts of Utah
In this new “steady state” phase of COVID-19 in Utah, surveillance of the virus in our wastewater has become an even more important tool.1 month ago
Karah Brackin, KSL TV
Dedicated spaces help children fight emotional and developmental blocks
Kids are fighting social, emotional, and developmental monsters like never before. The pandemic has changed routines, and, as a result, interrupted social, emotional and personal development for many.1 month ago
Josh Ellis, KSL TV
Utah reports 140 COVID cases, 1 additional death in final daily report
In the final daily report of COVID-19 numbers, the Utah Department of Health on Thursday said 140 Utahns have tested positive for the virus since yesterday.2 months ago
Morgan Wolfe, Cary J. Schwanitz, KSL TV
Navy medical team wraps up mission at University of Utah Hospital
University Hospital hosted a “clap out” ceremony Wednesday as a team of Navy medics left the hospital following a 30-day deployment.2 months ago
Jed Boal, KSL TV
Utah moves into ‘steady state’ of pandemic, many testing options are going away
Several major changes are coming for COVID-19 testing in Utah starting Friday, April 1.2 months ago
Josh Ellis, KSL TV
Utah reports 133 new COVID cases, 3 additional deaths
The Utah Department of Health on Wednesday said three more Utahns have died due to COVID-19 while 133 residents have tested positive for the virus since yesterday.2 months ago
Josh Ellis, KSL TV
Utah reports under 100 COVID cases, 5 additional deaths
The Utah Department of Health on Tuesday said five more Utahns have lost their lives due to COVID-19 while 98 residents tested positive for the virus since yesterday.2 months ago
Jed Boal, KSL TV
Utah moves forward in ‘steady state response’ to COVID-19, closing test sites
Starting Friday April 1, many testing sites run by the Utah Department of Health will close permanently.2 months ago
Cary J. Schwanitz, KSL TV
Utah mule deer tests positive for COVID-19
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources confirmed the state’s first positive test for COVID-19 in a mule deer.2 months ago
Josh Ellis, KSL TV
Utah reports 255 COVID cases, 4 deaths over weekend
The Utah Department of Health on Monday said four more Utahns have lost their lives due to COVID-19 while 255 residents tested positive for the virus over the weekend.2 months ago
