Legislature approves bill that would initiate system for students to return to in-person classes
After seven rounds of amendments and substitutions, the Utah Legislature passed a bill that would initiate the return to in-person classes by next semester.6 years ago
Utah economist on February jobs numbers: “This is a great report”
The U.S. surpassed its expectations for added work opportunities for the month of February, according to a report showing an increase of 379,000 jobs.6 years ago
Utah’s COVID-19 7-day average infection rate drops below 10%
Health officials say the state's 7-day average for positive tests, a key metric for the infection rate, hit under 10% for the first time in months.6 years ago
‘Endgame’ bill ending statewide mask mandate, but leave in schools, heads to Senate
The compromised version of an endgame bill within the Utah Legislature that would end the statewide mask mandate passed the House Wednesday.6 years ago
After heated Twitter exchange, Utah woman spends day with lawmaker
A Utah woman spent the day with Sen. Todd Weiler, R-Woods Cross, after a heated Twitter exchange insinuated the lawmaker doesn't do his job.6 years ago
Church responds to Equality Act, urging for religious freedom protection
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints publicly responded to the Equality Act calling for increased protections for religious institutions.6 years ago
Gov. Cox signs resolution encouraging Holocaust education in Utah schools
Gov. Spencer Cox signed a concurrent resolution Thursday that encourages Utah schools to include education on the Holocaust and other genocides.6 years ago
Local health officials: Utah may reach herd immunity by end of summer
Almost a year after the first case of COVID-19 was detected in Utah, local health officials say the state is nearing herd immunity.6 years ago
Senate bill that undoes part of a signature-gathering compromise could soon pass
The Utah Senate is poised to pass a bill that would allow parties to do away with the signature-gathering method to get a candidate’s name on the ballot.6 years ago
Sen. Lee’s PROMISE Act would require tech companies to operate without ‘political bias’
The Promoting Responsibility Over Moderation In the Social Media Environment (PROMISE) Act would require platforms to provide access to moderation policies.6 years ago
Legislature passes bill prohibiting release of mug shots until conviction
A bill banning the public release of mug shots until the suspect is convicted sailed through the Legislature, heading to the governor for his signature.6 years ago
Chimney fire reported at Ogden motel with estimated $50K in damages
The Ogden City Fire Department reported a chimney fire out of a two-story motel that was detected by bystanders around 5:45 p.m. Saturday.6 years ago
Salt Lake County: Vaccine appointments now available for Utahns 66 and older
As the state speeds up its vaccine rollout, Salt Lake County opened appointment slots to Utahns who are 67 years old Saturday evening.6 years ago
Harmons will begin administering COVID-19 vaccines to eligible groups
Harmons Grocery pharmacies will begin administering COVID-19 vaccines to eligible groups on Friday at 10 locations in Salt Lake, Utah and Weber counties.6 years ago
Gov. Cox signals he won’t sign bill barring transgender girls from female sports without some changes
Gov. Spencer Cox said he would not the sign the bill seeking to bar transgender girls from female sports into law without some changes to its language first.6 years ago
Another winter weather advisory issued from early Monday to Wednesday morning
The National Weather Service of Salt Lake City issued another winter weather advisory lasting from early Monday through Wednesday morning for all Utah mountains.6 years ago
Stray Cat Strut: Two teens build shelters to help community cats
Anagha Rao and Emily Keller, two students at Skyline High School, built 24 shelters to keep stray cats warm during the Utah winter.6 years ago
National Weather Service: Winter advisory issued along Wasatch Front until Sunday morning
The winter advisory warns that valleys could see from three to five inches of snow accompanied by gusty winds causing drifting snow.6 years ago
Gov. Cox signs bill dropping permit requirement for concealed carry
Gov. Spencer Cox signed HB60, dropping the requirement for Utahns to obtain a permit to carry a concealed weapon so long as it's lawfully possessed.6 years ago
Intermountain Health to join efforts to expand COVID-19 vaccination sites
Intermountain Health Care will join forces with local and state health organizations to expand vaccination efforts statewide.6 years ago
Bill that would bar transgender girls from ‘sports for female students’ advances to House
A bill that would bar transgender girls from competing in female sports is making its way through the state Legislature, passing through the Utah House Education Committee Thursday.6 years ago
KSL Weather: Forecast predicts warmer weather before a week of snow
The calendar may say February, but Mother Nature is treating Utah with some mid-April weather over the next few days -- with snow in the forecast for next week.6 years ago
Sundance filmmaker imagines society beyond the ‘American dream’
Is there anything beyond the "American Dream"? To filmmaker Jake Yuza, there must be -- and it starts with our individual choices.6 years ago
