Pollution

It has been known for some time that heavy metal content in soils after wildfires can increase. New research suggests that fire retardants used in suppression efforts could be playing a role.

The U.S. is the world's largest producer of oil and gas and its biggest emitter of methane — much of it leaks from oil and gas operations. Companies are lining up to test methane-detection devices at the Fort Collins facility.

Recent research from Colorado State University shows that plants will pause photosynthesis in smoky and polluted environments.

Tribune reporters Emily Anderson Stern, Megan Banta, and Jordan Miller to talk about the week’s top stories, including the Utah Supreme Court ruling that lawmakers ignoring ballot initiatives violates Utahns’ constitutional rights.

In other news, a celebration of life is being held for Courtney Lynne Townsend this Saturday.

Utah loses almost $50 million a year to wasted natural gas, most of it escaping through leaks in infrastructure.

Weather patterns across the world drive movement of pollution and wildfire smoke that continues to greatly impact local communities.

Seven young adults are suing the state of Utah for alleging it has denied their state constitutional right to life and liberty by contributing to Utah's air pollution and climate crisis.

Tooele County's air quality readings got as bad as "poor" Tuesday afternoon, which is considered unhealthy for sensitive groups.

Park City is now banning a certain type of ski wax after “forever chemicals” were found in the city’s drinking water.