The Great Salt Lake has shrunk to the lowest levels ever recorded. Through rigorous journalism, innovative storytelling and unique community outreach, the Great Salt Lake Collaborative explores solutions to save this critical body of water.
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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Environmental groups' study calls for deep cuts to Colorado River water
10-02-2025 by Ben Winslow
SALT LAKE CITY — A study by a coalition of environmental groups is calling for all states along the Colorado River to make deep cuts as wate
Lawsuit threatened over Great Salt Lake endangered species petition
10-02-2025 by Ben Winslow
SALT LAKE CITY — Dozens danced and sang and protested on the shores of the Great Salt Lake, demanding more action to save it. On Wednesday
Controversial flagpole atop historic Utah landmark cut down
10-01-2025 by Jeff Tavss
SALT LAKE COUNTY, Utah — A controversial flagpole that was illegally placed atop the historic Black Rock landmark on the Great Salt Lake has
Plan-B Theatre highlights Great Salt Lake through humor with two new plays this October
10-01-2025 by Mariah Maynes
SALT LAKE CITY — Each year, Plan-B Theatre develops a production for elementary school students. This year's edition focuses on Great Salt L
SLCo. Council passes resolution on protecting Great Salt Lake wetlands
10-01-2025 by Ben Winslow
SALT LAKE CITY — The Salt Lake County Council passed a resolution supporting efforts to protect Great Salt Lake wetlands. The bipartisan r
US Magnesium bankruptcy delays state plans to cut off Great Salt Lake water access
09-29-2025 by Ben Winslow
SALT LAKE CITY — A hearing to decide whether to terminate US Magnesium's leases on the Great Salt Lake has been delayed in light of the comp
News release: Gov. Cox and Utah leaders sign Great Salt Lake 2034 Charter with $200 million in private sector commitments
09-25-2025 by Heather May
Note to readers: This is the official news release by the Utah governor's office. FARMINGTON, Utah (Sept. 24, 2025) — Surrounded by stat
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