Environment
Manuel Valdes, Associated Press
Photographs capture humpback whale’s Seattle visit, breaching in waters in front of Space Needle
Pictures released by a conservation group Soundwatch Boater Education Program show a young humpback whale breaching in front of the Space Needle as it visited the waters off Seattle last week, capturing a rare display of wildlife next to a major city.15 minutes ago
Mark Jones
Group opposed to Little Cottonwood gondola project files lawsuit
A group opposing the Little Cottonwood Canyon gondola project has filed a lawsuit, citing environmental concerns.14 hours ago
HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH Associated Press
Pilots flying tourists over national parks face new rules
Fewer airplanes and helicopters will be flying tourists over Mount Rushmore and other national monuments and parks as new regulations take effect that are intended to protect the serenity of some of the nation's most beloved natural areas.17 hours ago
Mike Anderson
Rising population contributes to Utah’s air pollution, but air quality is improving over the long term
Experts say that despite poor air quality Thursday, pollution is decreasing in Utah over the long term thanks to reduced per-capita emissions.5 days ago
ADAM SMALL
A storm and inversion relief is on its way to Utah
People should be able to breathe a little bit easier this weekend. A major winter storm is expected to dump snow all over Northern Utah and clear out the nasty air.5 days ago
Luke Seaver
Rockfall in Canyonlands closes White Rim Road
A large rockfall over the weekend in Canyonlands National Park has resulted in the closure of a section of the White Rim Road.7 days ago
Dan Rascon and Larry D. Curtis
Great Salt Lake: Utah farmers adapting to survive drought, changing water laws
According to the USDA, more than 500 Utah farms went out of business between 2017 and 2022 while Utah goes through decades of drought. New Utah laws change a long-standing policy of 'use it or lose it.'7 days ago
Edna Tarigan, Associated Press
A critically endangered Sumatran rhino named Delilah successfully gives birth in Indonesia
A critically endangered Sumatran rhino was born in Indonesia’s western island Sumatra on Saturday, becoming the second Sumatran rhino born in the country this year.8 days ago
Steve Karnowski, Associated Press
A population of hard-to-eradicate ‘super pigs’ in Canada is threatening to invade the US
Minnesota, North Dakota, Montana and other northern states are making preparations to stop an invasion of wild pigs from Canada. Wild pigs already cause around $2.5 billion in damage to U.S. crops every year, mostly in southern states like Texas.9 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
Church implements ‘important’ landscape pilot program to cut water use
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has redesigned the landscape outside six of its Utah meetinghouses and is working to complete a seventh as it seeks to move forward with new conservation goals first outlined last year at the height of the state's severe drought.13 days ago
Erin Cox
Water project to bring running water to southern Utah community for the first time
A community in southern Utah has been living for years without running water. Last year, they integrated electricity into their homes, and now they face the challenge of designing a water line around some archaeological sites.22 days ago
Mike Anderson
Lawmaker promotes water conservation, sustainable farming
A state legislator says he's investing a lot of money into making his farmland more sustainable, and he wants other farmers to know the state can help them do the same.25 days ago
Audrey McAvoy
Wildlife refuge pond in Hawaii mysteriously turns bright pink. Drought may be to blame
A pond in Hawaii has turned so bubble-gum pink it could be from the set of “Barbie.”25 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
Utah resort delays opening day, some unsure when to open after mild October
A storm that moved through Utah on Tuesday dumped as much as 11 inches of snow at Alta Ski Area, the latest of a handful of off-and-on systems that have pelted Utah's mountains with snow since early September.26 days ago
Melina Walling, The Associated Press
Red hot October almost guarantees 2023 will be the hottest year on record
This October was the hottest on record globally, 1.7 degrees Celsius (3.1 degrees Fahrenheit) warmer than the pre-industrial average for the month — and the fifth straight month with such a mark in what will now almost certainly be the warmest year ever recorded.27 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
Great Salt Lake trust issues $8.5M to 8 projects seeking to protect lake’s wetlands
The Great Salt Lake Watershed Enhancement Trust announced Tuesday that it is sending a little more than $8.5 million in grant funds over the next two years to help fund projects that seek to preserve wetlands by the Great Salt Lake.27 days ago
Andrew Adams
Snow closes Guardsman Pass for season, visitors enjoy early taste of winter
An early season snowstorm led the Utah Department of Transportation to close Guardsman Pass for the season Tuesday as visitors to the canyon got their first taste of winter.28 days ago
Debbie Worthen
Now is the time to get your yard ready for winter, expert says
As the weather is set to change, now is the time to get the final winter preparation done on your yard to make sure it survives the cold, harsh conditions around the corner.29 days ago
Katija Stjepovic
More public comment requested for SLC Green Loop project
The city is still asking residents to share their thoughts as they move forward with a big project that will create more green spaces downtown.1 month ago
Alex Cabrero
Gas-powered leaf blowers exchange program launched to help clean the air
A program was launched Wednesday in which people can turn a gas-powered leaf blower for a voucher for a new electric-powered leaf blower.1 month ago
Associated Press
Water woes, hot summers and labor costs are haunting pumpkin farmers in the West
For some pumpkin growers in states like Texas, New Mexico and Colorado, this year's pumpkin crop was a reminder of the water challenges hitting agriculture across the Southwest and West as human-caused climate change exacerbates drought and heat extremes.1 month ago
Lauren Steinbrecher
Most of City Creek Canyon will close beginning Nov. 1
People who like to hike or bike up City Creek Canyon will need to prepare for a huge closure that will last for three years, starting next week.1 month ago
Mike Anderson
Provo company builds ‘farm of the future’ concept to save water
A startup in Utah County is building farms vertically, and the father-son team said it can save 90% of the water that is otherwise lost.1 month ago
