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Paul Nelson, a former KSL NewsRadio reporter, died at 51 from cancer.

He was known for his fearless reporting and dedication to journalism in Utah.

Colleagues remembered his humor, empathy and devotion to his family and friends.

SALT LAKE CITY — Paul Nelson, who worked for nearly 18 years as a reporter at KSL NewsRadio, died Wednesday morning after battling pancreatic cancer. He was 51.

Nelson passed away at his home in Taylorsville with his family by his side, according to a social media post from his wife, Erica. He was first diagnosed with cancer in February 2024.

He was well-known in the Utah broadcasting world. Born and raised in California, Nelson began his career in 1999 at a small radio station in South Jordan. He quickly caught

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