Bayan Wang
Verified- News Reporter and News Anchor, KTVX-TV (Salt Lake City, UT)
- Special Project Consultant, Orola Lane Productions
- News Reporter and News Anchor, KUCW-TV (Salt Lake City, UT)
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Hundreds of volunteers help Bank of Utah Championship run smoothly
ST. GEORGE, Utah (ABC4) — While golfers compete at the Bank of Utah Championship, dozens of volunteers show work behind the scenes to make sure everything goes smoothly. At the Black Desert Resort, the Bank of Utah Championship is well underway, with golfers competing for the $1 million prize. However, organizers say the championship could not happen without the hundreds of volunteers who have showed up. “We cannot do this event without the volunteers.
Hundreds of volunteers help Bank of Utah Championship run smoothly
ST. GEORGE, Utah (ABC4) — While golfers compete at the Bank of Utah Championship, dozens of volunteers show work behind the scenes to make sure everything goes smoothly. At the Black Desert Resort, the Bank of Utah Championship is well underway, with golfers competing for the $1 million prize. However, organizers say the championship could not happen without the hundreds of volunteers who have showed up. "We cannot do this event without the volunteers.
Bank of Utah Championship gives back with donations to local organizations
IVINS, Utah (ABC4) — The Bank of Utah Championship announced over $400,000 in charitable contributions on the opening day of the PGA Tour event at Black Desert Resort in Ivins. The funds were presented across three checks to benefit local youth and athletic programs throughout Utah. The donations support three local organizations: The Policy Project, First Tee Utah and the Utah Golf Legacy Fund.
The Charlie Kirk Effect: UVU witnesses find healing in faith after Charlie Kirk’s murder
OREM, Utah (ABC4) — Those most impacted by the murder of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University have spent the last year healing from trauma. For some, that required faith in a higher power. Danielle Conners, who witnessed the event firsthand, remembered joining hands with those nearby, even strangers, and praying for Charlie Kirk in the moments following. “Honestly, I saw that happening almost the second we started evacuating,” Conners said of the prayer a year out from the event.
The Charlie Kirk Effect: UVU witnesses find healing in faith after Charlie Kirk’s murder
OREM, Utah (ABC4) — Those most impacted by the murder of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University have spent the last year healing from trauma. For some, that required faith in a higher power. Danielle Conners, who witnessed the event firsthand, remembered joining hands with those nearby, even strangers, and praying for Charlie Kirk in the moments following. "Honestly, I saw that happening almost the second we started evacuating," Conners said of the prayer a year out from the event.
The Charlie Kirk Effect: UVU witnesses find healing in faith after Charlie Kirk’s murder
OREM, Utah (ABC4) — Those most impacted by the murder of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University have spent the last year healing from trauma. For some, that required faith in a higher power. Danielle Conners, who witnessed the event firsthand, remembered joining hands with those nearby, even strangers, and praying for Charlie Kirk in the moments following. "Honestly, I saw that happening almost the second we started evacuating," Conners said of the prayer a year out from the event.
America 250: How Lagoon became a symbol of innovation, courage and community
FARMINGTON, Utah (ABC4) — As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Lagoon Amusement Park is offering more than summer thrills. Their story stretches back to 1886, 10 years before Utah became a state, when the park first began operating as a bathing resort near the shores of the Great Salt Lake. A decade later, Lagoon moved to its current location in Farmington. Since then, it has grown from a resort into one of Utah’s most desired family destinations.
America 250: How Lagoon became a symbol of innovation, courage and community
FARMINGTON, Utah (ABC4) — As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Lagoon Amusement Park is offering more than summer thrills. Their story stretches back to 1886, 10 years before Utah became a state, when the park first began operating as a bathing resort near the shores of the Great Salt Lake. A decade later, Lagoon moved to its current location in Farmington. Since then, it has grown from a resort into one of Utah's most desired family destinations.
FBI data shows increase in child sexual exploitation cases
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Child sexual exploitation cases have been on the rise in the last several years, according to the most recent FBI data. According to the FBI, child sexual exploitation includes production and distribution of child pornography, sex trafficking, sextortion, child enticement and grooming. “I would say there’s been a steady increase year over year in all of those crimes,” FBI Supervisory Special Agent Dustin Grant said in an interview with ABC4 News Tuesday.
‘I just want to get my kids home’: Mother speaks out as search for missing Utah toddlers intensifies
SARATOGA SPRINGS, Utah (ABC4) —The mother of two missing toddler boys allegedly abducted by their Utah father over the weekend spoke out for the first time Tuesday, pleading for their safe return. “Please, just take the boys somewhere safe. Take them to a hospital or fire station and just surrender,” Lizzie Tomich told ABC4’s sister station NewsNation. “This doesn’t have to define the rest of your life. You are their father.
Family of fallen soldier hosts annual blood drive in South Ogden
SOUTH OGDEN, Utah (ABC4) — The family of fallen soldier Major Brent Taylor hosted their annual blood drive in South Ogden Friday, aiming to serve the community ahead of Memorial Day, while honoring the service men and women who lost their lives for our country. Taylor was the former mayor of North Ogden and a National Guard officer, who was killed during his deployment to Afghanistan in 2018.
Family of fallen soldier hosts annual blood drive in South Ogden
SOUTH OGDEN, Utah (ABC4) — The family of fallen soldier Major Brent Taylor hosted their annual blood drive in South Ogden Friday, aiming to serve the community ahead of Memorial Day, while honoring the service men and women who lost their lives for our country. Taylor was the former mayor of North Ogden and a National Guard officer, who was killed during his deployment to Afghanistan in 2018.
Family of fallen soldier hosts annual blood drive in South Ogden
Sat, May 23, 2026 at 3:20 AM UTC Family of fallen soldier hosts annual blood drive in South Ogden SOUTH OGDEN, Utah (ABC4) — The family of fallen soldier Major Brent Taylor hosted their annual blood drive in South Ogden Friday, aiming to serve the community ahead of Memorial Day, while honoring the service men and women who lost their lives for our country. Taylor was the former mayor of North Ogden and a National Guard officer, who was killed during his deployment to Afghanistan in 2018.
LDS employees speak on Ebola outbreak after spending 2 years in impacted region
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — An Ebola Outbreak is believed to have killed dozens of individuals and impacted hundreds more, including Americans, in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. Two LDS member leaders who recently returned from the region are speaking on how dangerous this outbreak could be for the area.
LDS missionaries speak on Ebola outbreak after spending 2 years in impacted region
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — An Ebola Outbreak is believed to have killed dozens of individuals and impacted hundreds more, including Americans, in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. Two LDS missionaries who recently returned from the region are speaking on how dangerous this outbreak could be for the area.
LDS missionaries speak on Ebola outbreak after spending 2 years in impacted region
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — An Ebola Outbreak is believed to have killed dozens of individuals and impacted hundreds more, including Americans, in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. Two LDS missionaries who recently returned from the region are speaking on how dangerous this outbreak could be for the area.
‘It’s heartbreaking’: Community reacts after 13-year-old killed in crash, speak on road safety concerns
SARATOGA SPRINGS, Utah (ABC4) — A community is reeling after a 13-year-old boy was killed and other members of his family were injured in a crash on Pony Express Parkway. On Thursday evening, a semi-truck collided with a passenger vehicle inside the intersection of Pony Express Parkway and Mountain View Corridor in Saratoga Springs. The passenger vehicle had five occupants, including four juveniles and their mother. Following the crash, the mother was airlifted to a hospital in serious condition.
‘It’s heartbreaking’: Community reacts after 13-year-old killed in crash, speak on road safety concerns
SARATOGA SPRINGS, Utah (ABC4) — A community is reeling after a 13-year-old boy was killed and other members of his family were injured in a crash on Pony Express Parkway. On Thursday evening, a semi-truck collided with a passenger vehicle inside the intersection of Pony Express Parkway and Mountain View Corridor in Saratoga Springs. The passenger vehicle had five occupants, including four juveniles and their mother. Following the crash, the mother was airlifted to a hospital in serious condition.
‘We have taken meaningful action’: Police heighten security measures ahead of WestFest after 2025 shooting
WEST VALLEY CITY (ABC4) — Additional security precautions are set to be implemented at the annual WestFest celebration at Centennial Park in June. These measures will be in place to ease stress following a fatal shooting that left three people dead, including an eight-month-old toddler at last year’s festival. This tragedy is still at the forefront of many West Valley residents’ minds, including Riley Mcneil. “The news of the shooting last year that happened was definitely startling,” Mcneil said.
Utah senator smacks reporter’s phone out of his hand
LAYTON, Utah (ABC4) — While reporting on the aftermath of a contentious data center project approval in Box Elder County, an ABC4 Reporter was approached by a sitting Utah state senator, turning a routine newsgathering effort into a physical confrontation.
Utah senator smacks ABC4 reporter’s phone out of his hand amid Data Center controversy
LAYTON, Utah (ABC4) — While reporting on the aftermath of a contentious data center project in Box Elder County, an ABC4 Reporter was approached by a sitting Utah state senator, turning a routine newsgathering effort into a physical confrontation.
New Utah law cracks down on websites featuring adult content, VPN usage
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — A new Utah law going into effect Wednesday will require websites featuring adult content to go even further in verifying a user’s age before granting access to the website. Under Senate Bill 73, if more than 33% of a website’s content includes material harmful to children, it will be required to verify the user is at least 18 years of age.
New Utah law cracks down on websites featuring adult content, VPN usage
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — A new Utah law going into effect Wednesday will require websites featuring adult content to go even further in verifying a user’s age before granting access to the website. Under Senate Bill 73, if more than 33% of a website’s content includes material harmful to children, it will be required to verify the user is at least 18 years of age.
‘NO celebrating allowed’: SLCSD clarifies inaccurate graduation rules West High sent to seniors
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) – The Salt Lake City School District confirmed Friday, that an email about graduation rules sent to seniors at West High School included inaccurate information about how families and students can celebrate the big day. The WHS front office sent the email on Wednesday, stating in part that there is “NO celebrating allowed at the Huntsman Center,” on the University of Utah campus, where the WHS graduation ceremony will be held.
‘NO celebrating allowed’: SLCSD clarifies inaccurate graduation rules West High sent to seniors
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) – The Salt Lake City School District confirmed Friday, that an email about graduation rules sent to seniors at West High School included inaccurate information about how families and students can celebrate the big day. The WHS front office sent the email on Wednesday, stating in part that there is “NO celebrating allowed at the Huntsman Center,” on the University of Utah campus, where the WHS graduation ceremony will be held.
Proposed ‘CHATBOT Act’ aims to protect children from AI chatbots
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — A new bill introduced in the Senate Tuesday is aiming to give parents more control over their children’s use of artificial intelligence chatbots.
Thousands of fans line up outside of RSL game, ready to watch soccer legend Lionel Messi
SANDY, Utah (ABC4) — Lionel Messi, one of the world’s greatest soccer players, is in Utah and fans are already flooding into the stadium, eager to see him. Oh, and what better than F-35 fighter jets to top off the night. Hill Air Force base announced that airmen from the 388th and 419th Fighter Wings is readying to conduct an F-35A Lightning flyover just before kickoff for the Real Salt Lake vs.
Utah’s nuclear energy campaign hits the streets
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Utah has launched a billboard campaign to inform the public about the state’s push to double the state’s energy production by 2034 amid Gov. Spencer Cox’s “Operation Gigawatt” initiative. The billboards focus primarily on nuclear energy, which is arguably the most critical energy source in Cox’s plan.
Utah’s nuclear energy campaign hits the streets
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Utah has launched a billboard campaign to inform the public about the state’s push to double the state’s energy production by 2034 amid Gov. Spencer Cox’s “Operation Gigawatt” initiative. The billboards focus primarily on nuclear energy, which is arguably the most critical energy source in Cox’s plan.
‘What is that smell?’: Pipe blockage floods basements of six Clearfield homes with sewage
CLEARFIELD, Utah (ABC4) — The residents of six homes in Clearfield woke up to the smell and sight of sewage erupting into their basements on Monday morning. They soon came to find that it was due to a sewage backup caused by a grease blockage in nearby pipes. At 8 a.m. on Monday, April 20, Clearfield City Public Works was alerted to the sewer backup that was impacting six homes between E 2400 S. and W 2300 S. on South Main.
Utah's ‘Silicon Slopes' see big investment in American semiconductors
LEHI, Utah ( KTVX ) – South of Salt Lake City, tech companies are expanding and inventing the tools of the future. An area known as Silicon Slopes has become a major destination for semiconductor manufacturing in the U.S. Most modern technology can be traced back to the semiconductor, which was invented in the United States in 1947, when even its founders couldn't have imagined the full scale of its future use.
Utah’s ‘Silicon Slopes’ see big investment in American semiconductors
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