CHRISTOPHER RUGABER, AP Economics Writer
26 Million Have Sought US Unemployment Aid Since Virus Hit
More than 4.4 million laid-off workers applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week.4 years ago
Andrew Adams
Provo Teacher’s Presence Brings Deeper Purpose To Parade
Everyone would have understood if she wasn't able to make it, but one teacher in Utah County was determined to send an important message to her students when her school planned a parade.4 years ago
Helen Regan, CNN
Air Pollution Falls By Unprecedented Levels In Major Global Cities During Lockdowns
Lockdowns restricting travel and industry imposed to halt the spread of coronavirus have resulted in unprecedented reductions in deadly air pollution around the world, new analysis shows. Major cities that suffer from the world's worst air pollution have seen reductions of deadly particulate matter by up to 60% from the previous year, during a three-week lockdowns period.4 years ago
Jed Boal, KSL TV
COVID-19 Survivor Hopes Plasma Donation Will Help Save Others
A Davis County man was among the first COVID-19 survivors to donate his plasma to treat those who have hospitalized with the virus.4 years ago
Jeff Amy and Russ Bynum, Associated Press
Trump ‘Disagrees Strongly’ With Georgia’s Plan To Reopen
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he “disagreed strongly” with the decision by Georgia's Republican governor to reopen salons, gyms and other nonessential businesses later this week, saying, “It's just too soon.”4 years ago
Mike Anderson, KSL TV
Weber, Morgan, Davis Counties Talk About Plans for Businesses To Reopen
Officials from the Weber-Morgan Health District in collaboration with the Davis County Health Department announced that they will follow the state's guidelines anticipating a soft opening of the economy on May 1.4 years ago
Matt Gephardt and Cindy St. Clair, KSL TV
Gephardt: Insurance Companies Not Paying Business Interruption Claims
Many businesses have an insurance policy that specifically covers business interruption, but as one South Jordan man found out, insurance companies are not paying business interruption claims tied to the coronavirus.4 years ago
Alex Cabrero
Olympian Helps Clean Hospital During Coronavirus Outbreak
Healthcare workers everywhere have been praised as heroes during the coronavirus pandemic, doing whatever they can to help. A photo taken of patient-care technician Liz Stephen was just one example.4 years ago
Allen Kim, CNN
McDonald’s Giving First Responders, Healthcare Workers Free ‘Thank You Meals’
Participating McDonald's locations are giving first responders and healthcare workers a free "Thank You meal" through May 5.4 years ago
Kristen Rogers, CNN
Earth Day Activities That Are Good For You, The Planet During The Pandemic
Even though we can't celebrate our planet with community tree plantings, cleanups and national park visits this year, there are outdoor activities to enjoy within the vicinity of your home that are good for the planet and good for your health.4 years ago
Madison Fitzpatrick, KSL TV
Salt Lake City Announces Opening Of ‘Stay Safe, Stay Active’ Streets
Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall announced the city will start to temporarily open some "Stay Safe, Stay Active" streets to pedestrian and bicycle traffic, allowing people to recreate at a safe distance from one another.4 years ago
Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar, Associated Press
Administration Offers Plan To Cover COVID Care For Uninsured
The Trump administration has come out with a plan to start paying hospitals and doctors who care for uninsured COVID-19 patients. Expect Democratic lawmakers and health industry groups to press for more help.4 years ago
Arman Azad, CNN
Two Cats In New York Are First Pets Known To Have Coronavirus In US
Two cats in New York have been infected with the novel coronavirus, federal officials announced Wednesday. Both had mild respiratory symptoms and are expected to make a full recovery.4 years ago
Ladd Egan & Ashley Moser, KSL TV
Gov. Herbert Announces Launch Of Healthy Together App
Gov. Gary Herbert announced the public beta testing phase for Healthy Together, a symptom checking mobile application that helps augment current contact tracing efforts.4 years ago
KSL TV
Weber, Morgan, Davis Counties Set May 1 ‘Soft Opening’ For Businesses
Officials with Morgan, Davis and Weber counties held a joint press conference Wednesday to announce a plan for a soft opening of businesses.4 years ago
KSL TV
COVID-19 In Utah: Two More Deaths, 149 New Cases
The Utah Department of Health on Wednesday announced two new deaths related to the coronavirus and 149 new confirmed cases.4 years ago
Cary Schwanitz, KSL TV
Utah Valley Chamber Makes Recommendations For Opening Businesses
The Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce released a detailed list of recommendations for ways businesses can safely reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic.4 years ago
MARILYNN MARCHIONE, AP Chief Medical Writer
More Deaths, No Benefit From Malaria Drug In VA Virus Study
There were more deaths among those given hydroxychloroquine versus standard care, researchers reported.4 years ago
KSL TV
Utah Buying Hydroxychloroquine In Bulk; Drug Panned By Doctors
Health officials in Utah are stocking up on an anti-malaria drug to treat the virus - despite warnings from doctors that the medication shouldn't be used until more testing is done.4 years ago
KSL TV
What You Missed Overnight: Elective Surgeries In Utah, PPP Worries, And More
Here are some of the big coronavirus stories you might have missed overnight.4 years ago
KSL TV
Elective Surgeries To Begin Resuming In Utah
Elective surgeries are set to resume in Utah after being put on hold during the coronavirus pandemic.4 years ago
Ashley Moser, KSL TV
‘Food Bomber’ Project Feeding Frontline Workers, Supporting Local Restaurants
A Utah County group is pairing local food vendors with health care workers and first responders through the Food Bomber Project.4 years ago
Andrew Adams, KSL TV
Provo-Based Custom Sports Car Manufacturer Driving Forward Through Pandemic
Kirkham Motorsports owner David Kirkham said he remains resolved to support his employees although the coronavirus has taken a toll on his business.4 years ago
