How you can improve confusing labels on greenJan 21, 2012 | 3:02 amLAYTON, Utah (ABC 4 News) - Many of the "green" claims on the products you buy are more about raking in the green than being green.
West Jordan residents worried about their heaJan 21, 2012 | 3:02 amWEST JORDAN, Utah (ABC 4 News) ? The West Jordan sugar factory silos are coming down. That's not what some nearby residents are upset over.
Utah charity aims to remember those who are fJan 21, 2012 | 3:02 amSALT LAKE CITY (ABC 4 News) It is a small charity, but it is helping people in Utah in a very big way. The people behind PJ's Forgotten Children aim to make sure children with mental illness are not forgotten.
Student scores are a poor reflection of teachJan 21, 2012 | 3:02 amPROVO, UTAH (ABC 4 News) -A BYU study shows evaluating a teacher on the basis of student test scores is unreliable, because a teacher's impact on scores, good or bad, fades fast.
Dance classes for a cause - helping charitiesJan 21, 2012 | 3:02 amSalt Lake City (ABC 4 News) A local dance studio is helping you learn a few moves and helping a charity at the same time. It is called Dance classes for a cause.
Prosecution psychiatrist: Brian David MitcheJan 21, 2012 | 3:02 amSALT LAKE CITY (ABC 4 News) - The defense did not dispute the basic facts of what happened to Elizabeth Smart -- only why they happened. Mitchell's attorneys argued that he's insane.
Dance classes for a cause - helping charitiesJan 21, 2012 | 3:02 amSalt Lake City (ABC 4 News) A local dance studio is helping you learn a few moves and helping a charity at the same time.
2 ejected in Tooele County rolloverJan 27, 2012 | 10:30 pmTOOELE, Utah (ABC 4 News) - Utah Highway Patrol is investigating a rollover accident that injured three people Friday night.
Teenage girl injured after being struck by UPJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 pmMILLCREEK, Utah (ABC 4 News) - Salt Lake City Police are investigating an auto-pedestrian accident where a 13-year-old girl was struck by a Unified Police officer.
Organization supports polygamist refugeesJan 27, 2012 | 9:30 pmPARK CITY (ABC 4 News) - Women and children who have fled a polygamist lifestyle are seeking refuge in an organization aimed at helping them assimilate into mainstream culture.
Toni Fratto pleads guilty in West Wendover teJan 27, 2012 | 8:30 pmELKO COUNTY, Nevada (ABC 4 News) - A 19 year old West Wendover woman confesses to second degree murder in the death of her high school classmate. Friday Toni Fratto.
Roy High students move forward after thwartedJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 pmROY, Utah (ABC 4 News) - Students at Roy High School are readjusting to campus life following a thwarted bomb threat that was allegedly planned by two members of their.
Mother drives and drags son by the belt for mJan 27, 2012 | 5:00 pmWOODS CROSS, Utah (ABC 4 News) - A Woods Cross mother lost it with her child and placed his life in danger. Police say she did the unthinkable after he.
Karl Malone thinks Sloan will coach againJan 27, 2012 | 4:00 pmSALT LAKE CITY (ABC 4 Sports) - Jazz legend Karl Malone thinks Jerry Sloan will eventually coach again, and the "Mailman" wants to be a coach himself.
Fireworks would be limited under Utah proposaJan 27, 2012 | 3:30 pmSALT LAKE CITY (AP) - Utah residents could have a shorter window of time to shoot off fireworks if a bill passed by the House takes effect.
Student charged in Utah school bomb plotJan 27, 2012 | 2:00 pmROY, Utah (AP) - Authorities on Friday charged an 18-year-old man with possession of a weapon of mass destruction after they say he and another teenager planned to bomb a.
Girl hit by UPD patrol carJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 pmA teenage girl was seriously injured Friday when she was hit by a Unified Police Department patrol car.
Fidel Figures it Out: Why hairstylists doubleJan 27, 2012 | 9:00 pmPeople trying to work through the tangles in
life might see a psychologist or some other
type of therapist. But when they don't have the
time or money for that, most people go to the
same place: the salon.
Park City event raises money people fleeing fJan 27, 2012 | 9:00 pmSundance is full of movie premiers and
celebrity sightings. But there was a different
kind of exclusive event Friday night, one aimed
at raising money for former members of the FLDS
Church.
Photo of Romney creates Twitter buzz about LDJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmThe religious beliefs of presidential hopeful Mitt Romney have been an incessantly hot topic, and a widely re-tweeted photo of him has sparked even further conversation.
Salt Lake County Councilman Randy Horiuchi suJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmSalt Lake County Councilman Randy Horiuchi was in serious condition at University Hospital after suffering a stroke Friday.
Young woman delivers message of hope after loJan 27, 2012 | 7:30 pmA young Utah woman who lost her legs in a freak train accident in Colorado is now trying to help prevent others from making the same kinds of mistakes.
Fourth-grader performs Heimlich maneuver, savJan 27, 2012 | 5:30 pmA fourth grade boy from Orem who started choking in class, has his friend to thank for saving his life. Luckily, both boys had just learned in their health class and the friend sprang into action.
Training may help prevent future violent attaJan 27, 2012 | 5:00 pmOver the last decade, the Safe Schools
program has been effective in dealing with
drugs and
weapons in schools - day-to-day safety
concerns, in other
words.
More women opting for home birthsJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 pmLast March, Julene Weaver gave birth to her
daughter Sarai in her home, the first of her
three births
carried out that way. Her sister and a close
friend
encouraged her to do it after their
experiences with home
birth.
Scott Mitchell resigns as Springville head coJan 27, 2012 | 8:30 pmScott Mitchell resigned Friday as Springville Red Devils head football coach to spend more time building his software company.
Jazz stumble against Mavericks, fall 116-101Jan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmRoddy Beaubois had a season-high 22 points
and Lamar Odom added 19 points, his most
since joining the
Mavericks at the start of the season, to lead
Dallas to a
116-101 victory over the Utah Jazz on Friday
night.
Cougar Tracks: Rose, Cougars ready for "full Jan 27, 2012 | 3:00 pmBYU head coach Dave Rose on Friday said his team should feel more prepared to face WCC leader St. Mary's in Saturday's Marriott Center rematch, saying "I think we're a lot a better" than the Cougars were in their earlier meeting--a game the Gaels won 98-82 on New Year's Eve in Moraga.
3 in the Key: Curing the road bluesJan 27, 2012 | 12:00 pmEach week, ksl.com's Robert Jackson asks Jimmy Soto three questions about the state of the University of Utah basketball program.
Utes' road woes continue, fall at UCLAJan 27, 2012 | 10:30 amThe Runnin' Utes fall to 0-4 in conference road
games after a 76-49 drubbing at the hands of
UCLA Thursday night in Los Angeles. A UCLA
scoring run in the latter end of the first half
keyed the route, and Utah could not answer.
Weber State's Lillard the next Jimmer?Jan 27, 2012 | 8:30 amJunior shooting guard for Weber State's men's
basketball team, Damian Lillard, has been
listed as one of 25 candidates
for the John R. Wooden award.
Back-and-forth battle falls BYU's wayJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 amWith Virginia Tech and BYU both having low
shooting percentage nights, the tied score with
48 seconds left in the game held extra
uncertainty for both teams.
Councilman Randy Horiuchi in serious conditioJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmThe following was released by the Salt Lake County Council after Salt Lake County councilman Randy Horiuchi had a stroke Friday afternoon:.
Heart recipient thanks donor's family, flown Jan 27, 2012 | 6:00 pmFamily and friends of a Paraguayan woman who was killed in an accident in Park City just before the holidays, returned to Utah Friday to meet the woman who received her heart.
Lego championship to be held at U of UJan 27, 2012 | 5:00 pmStudents from Horace Mann Elementary are heading into Saturday?s Lego championship confident after coming away from a state qualifier in first place.
Police arrest 3 in Olympic memorabilia theft Jan 27, 2012 | 4:30 pmAlma Welch struggled to hold back tears as the storage unit door slid open. After nine months, she was reunited with some of her property that she claims was stolen from her.
Charges of possession of weapon of mass destrJan 27, 2012 | 2:00 pmCharges have been filed against one of the two suspects accused of plotting to detonate a bomb at Roy High School.
Officials praising students who came forward Jan 27, 2012 | 11:30 amOfficials are praising students who came forward Wednesday and warned administration at Roy High School about a potential bomb plot.
Twitter's new censorship plan stirs global fuJan 27, 2012 | 11:03 pmIts says it now has the power to block tweets in a specific country if the government legally requires it to do so. Dissidents and activists fear the new policy will stifle free speech.
Rally held at federal courthouse to protest iJan 27, 2012 | 9:30 pmUndocumented students and their supporters plan to hold what they call vigils until Feb. 17 when the lawsuit against House Bill 497 will be heard at the federal courthouse.
Distracted driving bill targeting teens' cellJan 27, 2012 | 6:30 pmA bill proposal that, if passed, would bar teens from using their cell phones while driving. And on Friday it passed in committee and brought to the House floor.
Heart recipient thanks donor's family, flown Jan 27, 2012 | 6:00 pmFamily and friends of a Paraguayan woman who was killed in an accident in Park City just before the holidays, returned to Utah Friday to meet the woman who received her heart.
Police arrest 3 in Olympic memorabilia theft Jan 27, 2012 | 5:00 pmAlma Welch struggled to hold back tears as the storage unit door slid open. After nine months, she was reunited with some of her property that she claims was stolen from her.
Twitter to restrict user content in some counJan 27, 2012 | 3:00 pmSAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Twitter announced Thursday that it would begin restricting Tweets in specific countries, renewing questions about how the social media platform will handle issues of free speech as it rapidly expands its global user base.
Student charged in alleged Roy High bomb plotJan 27, 2012 | 2:00 pmCharges have been filed against one of the two suspects accused in an alleged plot to detonate a bomb at Roy High School.
Twitter's new censorship plan stirs global fuJan 27, 2012 | 11:03 pmIts says it now has the power to block tweets in a specific country if the government legally requires it to do so. Dissidents and activists fear the new policy will stifle free speech.
Rally held at federal courthouse to protest iJan 27, 2012 | 9:30 pmUndocumented students and their supporters plan to hold what they call vigils until Feb. 17 when the lawsuit against House Bill 497 will be heard at the federal courthouse.
Distracted driving bill targeting teens' cellJan 27, 2012 | 6:30 pmA bill proposal that, if passed, would bar teens from using their cell phones while driving. And on Friday it passed in committee and brought to the House floor.
Heart recipient thanks donor's family, flown Jan 27, 2012 | 6:00 pmFamily and friends of a Paraguayan woman who was killed in an accident in Park City just before the holidays, returned to Utah Friday to meet the woman who received her heart.
Police arrest 3 in Olympic memorabilia theft Jan 27, 2012 | 5:00 pmAlma Welch struggled to hold back tears as the storage unit door slid open. After nine months, she was reunited with some of her property that she claims was stolen from her.
Twitter to restrict user content in some counJan 27, 2012 | 3:00 pmSAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Twitter announced Thursday that it would begin restricting Tweets in specific countries, renewing questions about how the social media platform will handle issues of free speech as it rapidly expands its global user base.
Charges of possession of weapon of mass destrJan 27, 2012 | 2:00 pmCharges have been filed against one of the two suspects accused of plotting to detonate a bomb at Roy High School.
Huckabee questions Gingrich adJan 27, 2012 | 7:30 pmFormer Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee says he doesn't approve of his appearance in a Newt Gingrich ad.
Dates set for elections to replace GiffordsJan 27, 2012 | 6:30 pmArizona Gov. Jan Brewer has picked dates in April and June for the special elections to choose a replacement for Democratic Rep.
Justice Dept. turns over docs in Fast and FurJan 27, 2012 | 6:30 pmThe Justice Department has turned over nearly 500 additional pages of emails and other material to a House committee that has been investigating a controversial smuggling probe called Operation Fast.
Paul denies report that he approved newsletteJan 27, 2012 | 5:00 pmRepublican presidential candidate Ron Paul is flatly denying a Washington Post report that he was deeply involved in the company that produced provocative, racially charged newsletters and that he signed.
Nevada GOP to release results via Twitter, GoJan 27, 2012 | 4:00 pmResults of the Nevada Republican presidential caucus will be released through Twitter and Google, the first time the social network will play a central role in announcing the outcome of.
Obama holds fundraiser with American IndiansJan 27, 2012 | 2:30 pmPresident Barack Obama, raising money for his campaign among tribal leaders, says he wants American Indians to be "full partners" in the economy.
Obama urges Congress to act in election yearJan 27, 2012 | 12:30 pmPresident Barack Obama told House Democrats to be ready to work with Republicans if they show a willingness to put politics aside even "for just a nanosecond.".
5 tips for getting homework done without a fiJan 27, 2012 | 3:30 pmOne mother shares her tried (but not always true) methods to make homework time go a little more smoothly at her house.
Teacher going beyond the classroom to help siJan 26, 2012 | 9:30 pmMany of us fondly remember our kindergarten teachers, but a select few over the past 2 decades were lucky enough to have Wellsville Elementary School Rita Allen. One of those students is a boy in this year's class who recently became critically ill.
Time for a tutor? How to tell if your child nJan 26, 2012 | 6:30 pmIf your child seems to be struggling in school, what are the tell-tale signs that they need a tutor and how do you go about finding one? Here's a list of questions to ask yourself and a few suggestions of how to locate a competent tutor.
My Story: Where vision and youth collideJan 25, 2012 | 7:30 pmVisiting foreign countries with my family as a teenager greatly
changed my perception of life. Now my husband and I are finding
opportunities for our teenagers to visit and serve in impoverished
areas of the world to expand their vision as well.
Alta High VP reaches settlement with Canyons Jan 24, 2012 | 2:30 pmA former vice principal at Alta High School who met with controversy following an investigation into alleged racism at the school announced Tuesday that he has reached a settlement with the Canyons School District.
DMC donation provides students with new readiJan 20, 2012 | 10:30 pmEvery student at Rose Park Elementary School
now has a weight on their shoulder that will
hopefully remind them to read ? and it's all
thinks to a service project organized by
employees of Deseret Media Companies.
SUU receives $4 million donation, largest in Jan 20, 2012 | 6:30 pmSouthern Utah University announced Friday a donation of $4 million
designated for the College of Science and Engineering. The donation is
the largest single gift in the school's 115-year history.
Search for new U. president down to 2Jan 18, 2012 | 10:30 amTwo finalists have been selected in the search for a new president for the University of Utah.
Arts program finding success in in Utah schooJan 17, 2012 | 5:00 pmThe sixth-graders at William Penn Elementary School are dancing their way through the Middle Ages, using the art as a learning tool. It's part of the Artwork for Kids program, which is once again fighting for legislative funding.
Volunteer finds thousands of dollars in shoe Jan 26, 2012 | 12:00 pmA volunteer at Deseret Industries made a surprising discovery while organizing the shoe section in the store. He found several thousand dollars stuffed in a shoe.
Despite data, Lyme disease sufferers say illnJan 26, 2012 | 9:00 pmMore Utahns with Lyme disease are banding
together, looking for answers about the tick-
bourne illness. But the Utah Department of
Health doesn't have the data to prove their
cases were contracted here.
When food is the addictionJan 26, 2012 | 8:00 pmThe taking of nourishment is essential and sustains life. That doesn't
mean we can't get the process all fouled up.
LED flashlight sets recalled by BJ'sJan 26, 2012 | 10:30 amBJ's Wholesale Club is recalling about 41,000 LED flashlight and battery sets because the flashlights can heat up, smoke or melt when turned on.
KYMCO recalls utility vehiclesJan 26, 2012 | 10:30 amAbout 1,876 utility vehicles are being recalled because an exposed portion of the exhaust system can allow debris such as leaves, brush or other flammable materials to enter the opening.
Bicycle handlebars recalledJan 25, 2012 | 11:00 amEuro Asia Imports is recalling about 2,000 bicycle handlebars because they can break while the user is riding the bike.
California Innovations recalls lunch boxesJan 24, 2012 | 12:30 pmAbout 248,000 expandable insulated lunch boxes with freezer gel pack are being recalled because gel that contains diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol can leak out of damaged freezer gel packs.
Food carriers recalledJan 24, 2012 | 12:30 pmCalifornia Innovations is recalling about 55,000 Travelin' Chef expandable thermal food carrier because gel that contains diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol can leak out of damaged freezer gel packs.
Lee Carter Co. recalls infant rattlesJan 24, 2012 | 12:00 pmAbout 25,000 infant rattles are being recalled because the rattle's handle is small enough to fit into a child's throat.
Mexican wrestling action figures recalledJan 24, 2012 | 11:00 amLee Carter Co. is recalling about 7,000 packs of Super Luchamania action figures because the surface paints on the action figures contain excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under.
Outdoor Retailers leave Salt Lake happyJan 22, 2012 | 10:30 pmSALT LAKE CITY (ABC 4 News) -Salt Lake City shrunk by 20-thousand people Sunday. The Outdoor Retailer's annual winter market is now over, and exhibitors say based on what they.
Desk chairs recalledJan 18, 2012 | 12:30 pmSteelcase Inc. is recalling about 11,000 Amia desk chairs because the pivot pins installed in the control mechanism under the chair seat can fall out.
Mini Cooper recalls over 200,000 worldwideJan 16, 2012 | 12:00 pmSALT LAKE CITY (ABC 4 News) - The popular BMW vehicle is being recalled due to a faulty circuit board in the water pump for the turbo charge that can.
Police Continuing Investigation Into PossibleDec 28, 2011 | 7:00 pmNORTH OGDEN, Utah -- During the investigation into missing North Ogden teen Alexis Rasmussen, investigators were led to a shallow grave where a body was found.
Space Runs Low At Utah Valley University As Dec 28, 2011 | 7:00 pmOREM, Utah -- Over the past few years, growth has exploded at Utah Valley University. It's now the state's largest school when it comes to enrollment and it's nearly 34,000 students are running out of space.
Man Charged In Connection With Deaths Of 2 LaDec 28, 2011 | 7:00 pmThe man charged in connection with the deaths of two Layton girls will be in court. Coleman Nocks is expected to change his plea in the federal case against him.
Drunk Gummy Bears A Growing Trend Among TeensDec 28, 2011 | 7:00 pmPolice and schools on the Central Coast are warning parents about drunk gummy bears, which is a new way teens are smuggling booze.
