Khalid El-Sayed
Business & Transportation Reporter
As the Business & Transportation Reporter for The Summit Tribune, Khalid El-Sayed covers local economic development, commercial real estate, and public transit systems. He approaches stories by analyzing development proposals, public transit data, and local business trends to report on what is next for the city's growth. Through his clear and detailed reporting, Khalid helps readers understand how large-scale infrastructure projects and economic policies will impact their commutes, property values, and local businesses.
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Apple Maps Ad Ban on Home Services Sparks Economic Uncertainty
Plumbers, electricians, and roofers, essential local services, are entirely barred from advertising on Apple Maps, a platform used by millions for local searches.
Jul 16, 2026 · 4 min read
Summit County hiring market faces 2026 economic outlook challenges
A Summit County ski resort manager recently offered $25/hour for housekeepers, well above the state average, yet received zero applications.
Jul 3, 2026 · 3 min read
Frisco Exit 203 project: Early overnight ramp closures begin
Despite the main Frisco I-70 Exit 203 project not officially beginning until April 2026, drivers are already facing overnight closures this week, including a full shutdown of Dillon Dam Road.
Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read
What is community development housing affordability in Summit County?
In Summit County, Utah, a single person earning $107,100 annually is considered at 100% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for 2024, yet even this high income struggles to secure attainable housing.
Jun 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Summit County Rescue Group: Local Calls Normal, Overall Strain Up
While local calls for Summit County Rescue Group are normal, regional demands are increasing the overall operational burden on volunteers.
Jun 27, 2026 · 3 min read
New memo revives controversial cyanide bombs
In 2018, M-44 cyanide devices killed over 200 non-target animals, including a bear, yet a new memo appears to abolish the ban on their use on public lands.
Jun 26, 2026 · 3 min read
Summit County's Top-Ranked Distillery You Must Visit
In a region celebrated for its craft beverage scene, Yelp users have decisively crowned Pullman Distillery as Summit County's top-ranked distillery, placing it above even the widely recognized Brecken
Jun 24, 2026 · 4 min read
PNC completes smooth FirstBank customer conversion
On Monday, June 22, PNC Bank successfully integrated 780,000 FirstBank customers, 1,620 employees, and 95 branches, marking a significant expansion into Colorado and Arizona.
Jun 23, 2026 · 2 min read
Beaver dam mimicry drought proofs landscapes, restoration expands
In West London, a city grappling with persistent flooding, a surprising solution emerged from an animal absent from the UK for 400 years: the beaver.
Jun 21, 2026 · 4 min read
Breckenridge Old Masonic Hall hosts diverse, inclusive performances
Breck Create's programming touched almost 36,000 lives in 2024, demonstrating significant reach for a local arts organization.
Jun 21, 2026 · 2 min read
Frisco roadwork schedule and impact: Major overhaul begins
Frisco is embarking on a $60 million-plus road construction spree, with one major project alone, the FM 1515 widening, not expected to complete utility relocations until March 2027.
Jun 20, 2026 · 2 min read
Dillon to implement new reservation system for recreation facilities
Starting in summer 2027, a spontaneous game of tennis or a picnic at Dillon's Town Park will no longer be possible without a reservation and a nominal fee, according to SummitDaily .
Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read
Phil Weiser Self-Funds Record $6.5M in Colorado Governor's Race
Phil Weiser has poured over $6.5 million of his own money into the Colorado governor's race 2026 primary, setting a new self-funding record.
Jun 19, 2026 · 3 min read
New England Restaurants Honored at 2026 James Beard Awards
For the first time in recent memory, Massachusetts received zero nominations for the 2026 James Beard Awards, while its smaller New England neighbors celebrated multiple wins.
Jun 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Frisco begins major I-70 Exit 203 bridge work in April 2026
A sanitation line issue has delayed the reopening of a northbound Colorado Highway 9 turn lane at Frisco's Exit 203 interchange, creating immediate traffic headaches even before the area's $27.
Jun 15, 2026 · 2 min read
Lenfest Institute Funds Local News Initiatives Supporting Communities
In Berkeley, California, over 400 residents invested at least $1,000 each to keep their local digital news site, Berkeleyside, alive through a direct public offering.
Jun 15, 2026 · 2 min read
Western US Faces Travel Paradox Amid Late Snowfall Accumulation Forecast
The Beartooth Highway, a major mountain pass between Montana and Wyoming, closed Wednesday due to several inches of overnight snow and extreme weather, defying typical late-season expectations, accord
Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read
Summit County firefighters train on wildfire defense, urge homeowner mitigation
In Silverthorne's Hamilton Creek neighborhood this week, Summit County firefighters conducted a training exercise to evaluate, house by house, which homes they could realistically defend during a wild
Jun 12, 2026 · 2 min read
Colorado drought emergency strains Western Slope communities and industries.
Colorado's 2026 snowpack peaked unusually early in March at just 51% of its typical level, according to The Center Square .
Jun 10, 2026 · 2 min read
Ron Hanks Seeks Republican Congressional Seat in Western Colorado
Ron Hanks, a former Colorado state lawmaker, is challenging incumbent Republican Rep.
Jun 10, 2026 · 3 min read