Bryanna Willis

Utah Supreme Court dismisses lawsuit preventing the state from reviving a case to allow the sell off of public land

In the dismissed suit, public land advocates wanted to assure that Utah wouldn't revive an effort to take over public land.
1 year ago

As water worries grow, experts urge smart irrigation and landscaping

According to water experts, smarter irrigation and landscaping benefits conservation, but you don't have to ditch your lawn.
1 year ago

It might be time to remove old, undermaintained dams

Utah State University researchers say we need to start analyzing and removing dams that have not been maintained and may be a danger to the community and ecosystem.
1 year ago

$1.8 million being used to show the public, lawmakers the benefits of nuclear energy

At least $1.8 million is being used by the state of Utah to educate residents on nuclear energy and how it could be used.
1 year ago

Utah State University to offer conflict resolution classes as part of general curriculum

The university's Heravi Peace Institute received a grant worth just under $750,000 to fund the classes.
1 year ago

Brian Head Resort seeks 1651-acre expansion

Right now Brian Head resort fills 887 acres. The project would add 1,651 acres to the resort 30 miles east of Cedar City.
1 year ago

OpenAI is launching a browser, Reuters reports. Here’s what Utah’s Office of AI says about it

After a news report surfaced, rumoring OpenAI plans to launch a browser, Utah's Office of AI is weighing in.
1 year ago

Former and current Utah Jazz owners pay tribute to Frank Layden

Utah Jazz icon Frank Layden died on Wednesday, prompting tributes to flow in.
1 year ago

USU to offer limited veteran-only housing to students

Starting this August, USU student veterans can apply to be in a veteran-only house with one or two others.
1 year ago

Utah debuts state’s first AI-assisted MRI machine

A new AI-assisted MRI machine launched this month and will give more people access MRI imaging.
1 year ago

Flash flooding likely in southern Utah, hikers asked to plan ahead

Flash flooding is likely in southern Utah on Wednesday and Thursday, so forecasters are warning hikers not to go into slot canyons.
1 year ago

Utah likely to see above-average temperatures in July

Coming out of a hot June, forecasters say Utah temperatures will continue to be above-average.
1 year ago

Most Americans aren’t paying for news, research finds

A BYU journalism professor explains why Pew researchers found that so many Americans won't pay for news.
1 year ago

What books should teachers buy for their classroom libraries? State auditors recommend policies

Auditors presented the report at a committee meeting on Wednesday, saying they found most policies for school libraries are geared towards removing materials.
1 year ago

New state superintendent lays out education goals

Dr. Molly Hart became the state's superintendent on June 5.
1 year ago

I-80 closures planned for Summit, Tooele counties

Crews will be repaving I-80 in Summit County, as well as adding a merging lane onto eastbound I-80 in Tooele County.
1 year ago

A witness sheltered in an alcove after ‘No Kings’ shooting in Salt Lake. So did a suspect

As 40 people sheltered in a covered space in downtown Salt Lake City after the No Kings shooting, somebody saw a man with a gun.
1 year ago

College vaping linked to higher rates of alcohol abuse, USU researcher says

The conclusion about vaping and alcohol use comes after a four-year study using a unique research method.
1 year ago

U of U opens St. George campus to address rural doctor shortage

Utah's rural doctor shortage, which is the worst in the country, prompted the University of Utah to open a new campus in St. George.
1 year ago

State auditors accuse Grand County of misusing tourism funds

The state auditor's office is asking Grand County to reimburse the state of Utah for tourism funds they claim were misused. The county disagrees.
1 year ago

Despite weight loss surgery, patients still report feeling stigmatized, Utah study found

The study concludes that the way physicians speak to patients about weight loss greatly impacts the potential for continuing stigma.
1 year ago

University officials in Utah have close eye on potential Pell Grant changes

A proposed change to the federal Pell Grant system could impact thousands of Utah students.
1 year ago

UTA will not appear at Pride, other festivals this year

The UTA temporarily paused festival and parade appearances for 2025 as it undergoes a review.
1 year ago

Salt Lake City considers increasing rider fees for electric scooters

Salt Lake City may increase fees associated with electric scooters to better manager their operation in the city.
1 year ago