Britt Johnson

Utah

Reporter at KSL Outdoors Show

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Federal judge dismisses another tithing lawsuit against the Church of Jesus Christ

6 days ago | kslnewsradio.com | Tad Walch |Britt Johnson |Alton Barnhart |Clayre Scott

A federal judge handed The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a major legal victory on Thursday, dismissing a lawsuit in which nine people sought the return of hundreds of thousands of dollars in donations they gave the church across a quarter of a century. Judge Robert J. Shelby dismissed the case with prejudice, meaning the nine plaintiffs cannot try again. The church issued a statement through a spokesman, Sam Penrod.
Wintery weather makes a return, advisories issued

1 week ago | kslnewsradio.com | Carter Williams |Britt Johnson

SALT LAKE CITY — At least one more dose of winter is headed to Utah’s mountains while the state’s snowpack melts. After previously issuing a winter storm watch, the National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for Utah’s central and southern ranges, which could receive up to a foot of snow at its highest points by Friday night, as an incoming storm will likely impact those regions the most. Still, other mountain ranges in the state could pick up decent totals over the next few days.
Missed the tax deadline? What you should know

1 week ago | kslnewsradio.com | Allessandra Harris Gurr |Britt Johnson

SALT LAKE CITY — The Internal Revenue Service is encouraging any taxpayers who missed the tax filing deadline to submit their return and pay as soon as possible to avoid additional penalties and interest. “Don’t panic,” said Jeanne Rohrer, IRS spokesperson. “For taxpayers who missed [the] deadline, they’re not alone.
Easter traditions impacted by egg prices for some this year

1 week ago | kslnewsradio.com | Britt Johnson

SALT LAKE CITY — Would you dye marshmallows or even potatoes to save on egg prices this year? There are viral videos circling the internet of creative parents trying to combat soaring egg prices while keeping the beloved coloring tradition alive. Listen to Dave and Dujanovic at 11:33 a.m.While at first glance, potatoes seem like a bizarre choice, people who have done it prefer them to eggs even when prices are normal. “It just seems easier for little ones.
Unified Police Department searching for missing 18-year-old

1 week ago | kslnewsradio.com | Mariah Maynes |Amie Schaeffer |Britt Johnson |Alexandrea Bonilla

SALT LAKE CITY— Unified Police Department Special Victims Unit is searching for a missing 18-year-old who was last seen on April 6. According to UPD, Andrea “Andrew” Mathew was last seen in the parking lot of St. Mark’s Hospital. He was wearing a grey hoodie, checkered black and white pajama pants, and Spongebob Squarepants slippers. Mathew was described as being 5 feet 10 inches tall with dark skin. He has black hair and brown eyes.
Missing Sandy 12-year-old found safe police confirm

1 week ago | kslnewsradio.com | Simone Seikaly |Amie Schaeffer |Britt Johnson |Mariah Maynes

SALT LAKE CITY — Sandy police confirmed Tuesday morning that a missing 12-year-old girl was found. The girl went missing near 8600 South 700 East in Sandy. Missing girl found safeThe Sandy Police Department made the announcement via Facebook and said she was back home with family. No other information about the case was given. This story has been updated to remove identifying information out of respect for privacy.
Vineyard city center unaffordable, referendum claims

1 week ago | kslnewsradio.com | Simone Seikaly |Britt Johnson

SALT LAKE CITY — A small city in Utah County, is growing. But it may not be growing fast enough according to citizens who have filed a referendum against a new Vineyard city center. Most Vineyard City Council members approve of the new city center and the plan to fund it. Last week, the council voted 4-1 to authorize a plan that sells sales tax revenue bonds to come up with what they estimate is the $35 million cost.
Citing little impact, Utah revokes state worker's ability to telework on bad air days

1 week ago | kslnewsradio.com | Alexandrea Bonilla |Amie Schaeffer |Britt Johnson |Mariah Maynes

SALT LAKE CITY — State employees will no longer be able to telework on designated bad air days as a bill repealing the program goes into effect in May. The repeal was included in a bill passed this legislative session that focused on which state employees were eligible for a performance-based evaluation program. The program was created back in 2021 after data was made available showing an increase in healthy air quality during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Man found dead at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park

1 week ago | kslnewsradio.com | Mariah Maynes |Alton Barnhart |Britt Johnson

KANAB — Kane County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue found a man dead in Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park on April 14. He had been reported overdue the day before. According to Kane County Sheriff’s Office, Neal Mower, 67, bought a day pass to the state park on April 10 at approximately 11 a.m. On the morning of April 13, other park visitors notified authorities they hadn’t seen the man, but his vehicle had remained in the same place for several days.
SSLPD looking for 'missing and endangered' 12-year-old

1 week ago | kslnewsradio.com | Alton Barnhart |Britt Johnson |Mariah Maynes

SALT LAKE CITY — A 12-year-old girl went missing Saturday afternoon, and the South Salt Lake Police Department is asking the public for help. In a Facebook post from the SSLPD, 12-year-old Divona Manuel left her home Saturday afternoon with an unknown classmate. Manuel was last seen wearing blue pajama pants with polka dots, a blue Gap hoodie, and black Adidas shoes. She was also carrying a black backpack and/or purse. The SSLPD said Manuel is missing and endangered.