Erin Alberty

Salt Lake City

News Reporter at Axios

Utah news reporter for @axios. Gardener, word puzzler, mom. Happiest in the mountains. @PulitzerPrizes winner.

Articles

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox issues Pride statement — minus LGBTQ+ references

4 days ago | axios.com | Erin Alberty

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox in 2024. Photo: Michael Reaves/Getty ImagesGov. Spencer Cox issued a statement Sunday acknowledging Pride Month — but again eschewed mention of LGBTQ+ communities in favor of a celebration of "building bridges."The big picture: Pride Month proclamations have become an annual point of controversy for Cox, drawing complaints from across the political spectrum.
How and where Utahns get struck by lightning

5 days ago | axios.com | Erin Alberty

Data: Vaisala Xweather; Map: Erin Davis/Axios VisualsCentral Utah is the most lightning-prone part of the state, per weather data firm Vaisala Xweather. Why it matters: Summer thunderstorm season famously sparks wildfires — but a lot of people have been hurt or killed by direct or nearby lightning strikes in Utah. By the numbers: Sanpete County led the state for ground strikes in 2024, with nearly 22 per square mile. That number was 20 in Sevier County.
Wildfire season has gotten a month longer in parts of Utah

1 week ago | axios.com | Alex Fitzpatrick |Erin Alberty

Data: Climate Central; Map: Kavya Beheraj/AxiosHot, dry and windy weather that helps wildfires spread is becoming more common across much of the U.S. amid climate change, a new analysis finds. Why it matters: What used to be several months of "fire season" is stretching in some places into a yearlong phenomenon, straining fire departments and others tasked with controlling or containing wild blazes.
Too Good To Go app aims to cut Utah food waste with cheap groceries

1 week ago | axios.com | Chrissy Suttles |Erin Alberty

Illustration: Gabriella Turrisi/AxiosThe global anti-food waste app Too Good To Go is expanding to Salt Lake City, the company announced last week. Why it matters: About one-third of all food in the U.S. is thrown away, per the USDA, even as food insecurity rises.
SLC this weekend: Harvey Milk party, Climbing World Cup and more

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Erin Alberty

Illustration: Brendan Lynch/AxiosThere's lots to do this weekend in Salt Lake City!ð³ï¸âð Harvey Milk Day: Celebrate with a party and fundraiser 5-9pm Thursday at Scion Cider. 21+Admission: Freeð Pizza in the park: Enjoy pizza, live music and games 6-8pm Friday at the Central City Recreation Center. Admission: Freeð§ Climbing World Cup: Some of the world's best climbers will be Spider-Manning up the walls Friday through Sunday at USA Climbing in SLC.
SLC this weekend: Harvey Milk party, Climbing World Cup and more

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Erin Alberty

Salt Lake City, Utah – Sunshine and calm winds will make for a warm and pleasant Friday in Salt Lake City, but don’t put the umbrella away just yet — …
Live Nation offering $30 tickets to Kesha, Keith Urban and more in SLC

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Erin Alberty

Illustration: Maura Losch/AxiosLive Nation is selling $30 tickets to some big-name shows in Utah as part of its summer concert promotion. The latest: The deals launched Wednesday and include shows by Halsey, Kesha, Collective Soul, Russ, Keith Urban, Alabama Shakes, Billy Idol, Toto and more. How it works: Visit "$30 Ticket to Summer" and choose the concert you want to see.
McKay and Quincy take the spot as the most "Utah" baby names of 2024

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Erin Alberty

Illustration: Lindsey Bailey/AxiosMcKay and Quincy were the most distinctly Utah baby names of 2024 — and they're very Utahn. Why it matters: It turns out our reputation for unusual baby names is supported by the data. How it works: Axios analyzed the Social Security Administration's annual list of top baby names to find the most distinctive names in each state — that is, names that are far more popular in one state than the others.
Be Part of Something Bigger

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Erin Alberty

Illustration: Andrew Caress/AxiosBe part of a community committed to staying informed and making a difference. With an Axios Salt Lake City membership, you're not just a reader — you're a vital supporter of our local journalism. Why it's important: We couldn't do this without you. By joining our membership program, you'll get exclusive notes from the reporting team and more. Thank you for your trust and continued readership. Subscribe for more Axios Salt Lake City in your inbox.
When Utah passed an "emergency" ban on tall hats in theaters

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Erin Alberty

An illustration from a fashion article in the Salt Lake Herald, Feb. 7, 1897 — 10 days before Utah banned "high hats" at live shows. Image via Utah Digital Newspapers, University of UtahWith Kilby Block Party heralding the start of our summer concert season, I find myself torn between wanting to join in the fun and not wanting to spend hours staring at some guy's shoulder blades because I'm too short to see anything else. Catch up quick: Turns out I'm not the first Utahn to tire of neck-craning.