This week on In the Hive, a new study from the University of Utah highlights unequal exposure to air pollution for school children in predominantly minority and low income schools in Salt Lake County. We hear from the lead author of that study. Plus, the data shows that across our region the pandemic has improved…
Locals respond to Operation Rio Grande, a collaborative effort by the state, Salt Lake City and Salt Lake County to address public safety concerns surrounding the homeless community. On the show: Mike Stransky and Kestrel Liedke, business owners in the Rio Grande and Pioneer Park neihborhoods; Mitchell, Jarrett and Chris, three men experiencing homelessness; and…
The Salt Lake County Zoo Arts and Parks program began in 1996 and requires renewal by voters. Today on the show we’ll hear from ZAP Program Director Vicky Bourns, from Strategies 360’s Carter Livingston, and from Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams about the role of the ZAP program in our community.
(KCPW News) Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams unveiled a plan to improve bikeways in the region on Thursday. The $800,000 initiative will add bicycle lanes to critical stretches of road, in an effort to better-connect sections of the county’s commuter bike network. Carlton Christensen, Salt Lake County Director of Regional Development, said the goal…
(KCPW News) The Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office announced on Thursday that they were filing a charge in the 2012 police shooting of Danielle Willard. Former West Valley City police detective Shaun Cowley will be charged with second-degree manslaughter for Willard’s death. Willard was shot during an incident with two West Valley officers. Cowley was…
(KCPW News) Salt Lake County officials want to remind all public pool-goers this summer to use good hygiene and to avoid swimming while ill. Such efforts go a long way in preventing a waterborne bacterium known as cryptosporidium which is resistant to chlorine and can make unlucky swimmers sick for weeks. KCPW’s Ryan Cunningham went…
(KCPW News) Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams delivered his State of the County address on Tuesday. He made it clear from the beginning of his State of the County address that this speech would be about the future—namely, how the county prepares. From the outset, McAdams characterized the county as being on an irreversible…
Segment 1: In 2004, Salt Lake County voters elected a political newcomer to bring fresh ideas and restore faith in a scandal-rocked county government. Eight years later, Mayor Peter Corroon says that confidence in government is back, along with new libraries and rec centers, open space preservation and services for a growing refugee population. On…
Segment 1: Traffic congestion, a lack of parking and issues between pedestrians, bikes and vehicles aren’t just city issues. As more and more people want access to Big Cottonwood Canyon, Little Cottonwood Canyon and Mill Creek Canyon, Salt Lake County is mapping out ways to accommodate development while providing environmental protections. On Tuesday, we’ll talk…
Segment 1: If the polls are right, Salt Lake County voters are likely willing to shell out about $6 a year for improved parks and trails. But some argue this is not the right time for a tax hike. On Monday, we’ll hear more about Proposition 1. Guests: Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon…
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