Safe Schools
Matt Rascon, Eliza Pace, and Lauren Steinbrecher
KSL+: Guns at schools and what’s being done about it?
Amid an increase in gun threats and incidents at some Utah schools, one school district is taking matters into its own hands to try and keep students safe.1 day ago
Madison Swenson
UPDATE: Lockout protocol lifted at four Saratoga Springs schools
At approximately 10:30 a.m. Thursday, the lockout protocol was lifted at Vista Heights Middle School, Thunder Ridge Elementary School, Lakeview Academy and Westlake High School in Saratoga Springs.2 days ago
Madison Swenson
Police, Iron County district officials identify ways to improve security, student safety
The Cedar City Police Department and Iron County School District have issued a joint press release following a meeting to discuss how they can improve security and the overall safety of students.17 days ago
Associated Press
School safety talks planned after California fatal stabbing
A Northern California school district plans to hear community concerns about campus safety in the wake of a fatal stabbing at a high school.17 days ago
Lauren Steinbrecher
Granite School District police debut first gun-sniffing K-9 team
The Granite School District has a new tool to track down guns in schools. His name is Bolt, and he's part of a gun detection team -- the only one like it in Utah.22 days ago
Larry D. Curtis
Police: Utah teen arrested after pointing gun at 4 at Canyon View High School
A teen pointed a gun at four students at Canyon View High School Monday and later assaulted another student before he was arrested during a two-school lockdown.24 days ago
Jed Boal
Search ongoing for student with weapon at Murray HS fight
Police are still searching for one of two teenagers who pulled out weapons in the Murray High School parking lot as a fight was beginning Tuesday after school.1 month ago
STEFANIE DAZIO, COLLEEN SLEVIN & JOHN ANTCZAK, Associated Press
Police: Man in custody in Colo. over alleged threats to UCLA
A man who allegedly threatened the University of California, Los Angeles, and detailed potential violence against the prominent university over hundreds of pages has been taken into custody in Colorado following a standoff Tuesday.1 year ago
Larry D. Curtis, KSL TV
Roosevelt police charge 3 students after threats promoting school gun violence
Police in Roosevelt City said they have charged three local students with a felony each for participating in a social media campaign to threaten schools.1 year ago
Alex Cabrero, KSL TV
New class helps Ogden school resource officers connect with teens
School resource officers with Ogden Police Department attended an important class Tuesday designed to help officers understand students better.1 year ago
Ladd Egan, KSL TV
SafeUT app helps parents, students and schools during safety threats
The supervisor of the SafeUT app said days like Utah experienced on Monday — with several school safety threats — show the vital role the app plays in helping students, parents and school administrators.1 year ago
Dirk Facer, KSL TV
Woods Cross HS breaking ground on homeless center
Groundbreaking today for a teen resource center for students experiencing homelessness.1 year ago
Debbie Worthen, KSL TV
Canyon School District creates school shooting response plan
After a student shooting occurred just off campus of Union Middle School, Canyon School District has created a school shooting response plan.1 year ago
Matt Rascon, KSL TV
New Utah Bill Aims To Make School Threats A Crime
A new bill introduced by Utah lawmakers would make it a crime for adults and minors to make threats against schools.3 years ago
Deanie Wimmer, KSL TV
U President Speaks About Campus Safety Year After Lauren McCluskey’s Death
In her first on camera sit-down interview since Lauren’s death, University of Utah President Ruth Watkins offered her condolences to the McCluskey family and her assurance that the university takes responsibility for failures in responding to Lauren’s calls for help.3 years ago
Deanie Wimmer, KSL TV
Lauren McCluskey’s Parents Share Hopes For Their Daughter’s Legacy
Matt and Jill McCluskey’s daughter was killed one year ago on the University of Utah campus by a man she had briefly dated. Her repeated calls to campus police in weeks leading up to the shooting didn’t protect her.3 years ago
Dan Rascon, KSL TV
U Of U Police Say More Students Using Courtesy Shuttles, Police Escorts
Police escorts at the University of Utah have seen a major spike in the year since the murder of student-athlete Lauren McCluskey one year ago, according to University of Utah Police officials.3 years ago
Brittany Glas and Cindy St. Clair, KSL TV
Utah Universities Vary In Lauren’s Law Implementation
Lauren’s Law, also known as SB 134, was passed in the 2019 General Session of the Utah Legislature following the tragic death of University of Utah student Lauren McCluskey.3 years ago
Felicia Martinez, KSL TV
It’s The Law: Authorities Want Drivers To Stop When School Bus Stop Arms Are Out
School authorities and law enforcement want drivers to stop blowing past stop arm signs -- and anyone who doesn't come to a complete stop will end up on camera.3 years ago
KSL TV
Logan School District Taking Precautions After Potential Threat
Officials in the Logan School District are taking precautions Tuesday after they received information about a potential threat at one of their schools, authorities said.4 years ago
Deannie Wimmer, KSL TV
In Search of Safe Schools: Parents Number One Cause of Police Reports on Campus
KSL spent months looking at police reports from one of the state’s largest districts. We found case after case of parents putting staff and students at risk.4 years ago
Sean Moody, KSL TV
Active Shooter False Alarm At USU Highlights Need For Emergency Training
A false alarm about an "armed aggressor" went out to the Utah State University community Wednesday afternoon, warning students and staff to "Run, hide, or fight.” The alert was mistakenly sent out as the university was upgrading its alert system.4 years ago
Deanie Wimmer, KSL TV
Violent Behavior In Elementary Students Becoming More Prevalent
Teachers have noted that violent behavior among students has become more prevalent, and it's an indication of the mental health crisis in the state's schools.4 years ago
