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The Great Salt Lake Collaborative: A Solutions Journalism Initiative
We are group of news, education and media organizations that have come together to better inform and engage the public about the crisis facing the Great Salt Lake — and what can be done to make a difference before it is too late.
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Dust storms around the Great Salt Lake are more frequent and dangerous than previously thought
09-17-2025 by Leia Larsen
Study shows smaller storms may fly under the radar, but still carry heavy risks. Health risks associated with dust pollution continue to k
LDS Church says it is instituting water-saving landscaping measures
09-16-2025 by Ben Winslow
SALT LAKE CITY — The bees fly around, landing on the lavender plants. Nearby, a sub-surface drip irrigation system sputters to life. The l
Video: Addressing Utah’s Looming Emergency Over Dust Storms, Health Risks, and a dying Great Salt Lake
09-11-2025 by Lauren Steinbrecher
The shrinking shorelines of the Great Salt Lake are exposing a huge community problem: Dust storms that create concerns ranging from bad air
US Magnesium files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as Utah seeks to shutter operations
09-11-2025 by Jeff Tavvs
SALT LAKE CITY — US Magnesium, which operates a facility along Utah's Great Salt Lake, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Wednesd
Low Colorado River flows create ripple effects on Utah's recreation industry
09-10-2025 by Stephanie DeGraw
The Colorado River once only powered farms and industry. Today, it powers communities whose economies depend on recreational activities such
New stream gauges in Utah will help measure water levels
09-09-2025 by Caroline Long
More than 10,000 U. S. Geological Survey (USGS) stream gauges continuously measure water depth and flow in streams and rivers across the Uni
Great Salt Lake license plates are finally here
09-04-2025 by Ben Winslow
SALT LAKE CITY — After two years of waiting, special license plates raising money for Great Salt Lake preservation efforts have started arri
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