Utah offering peer support to maximum security prison inmates
Inmates under maximum security at the Utah State Correctional Facility are getting the opportunity to take part in the state's peer support program.1 year ago
‘Chaos’ and ‘confusion’ as Ogden IRS workers return in-person
Ogden IRS workers are trying to cope with the chaos of having their entire staff back in the office.1 year ago
Utah Senate sends free school lunch bill to governor
HB 100 will offer free school lunch to kids who currently receive reduced price lunches.1 year ago
Mail-in voting legislation passes the House, but with major changes
A bill that seeks to make major changes to Utah's vote-by-mail process is moving forward after being passed by the house Tuesday afternoon.2 years ago
IRS layoffs spark protest in Ogden
Nearly 100 protesters gathered Wednesday to speak out against the federal layoffs, especially those coming to the Ogden IRS employees.2 years ago
Lawmaker proposes task force to look at AI integration in schools
A Utah lawmaker is proposing a task force that would create a framework for AI in schools across the state.2 years ago
Salt Lake County Council approves sales tax increase
The Salt Lake County sales tax will increase following a vote by the county council on Tuesday.2 years ago
‘Not My President’ protest draws about 1,000 to state Capitol
The "Not My President" protest at the Utah Capitol on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025 featured homemade signs, chants, and an estimated 1,000 people.2 years ago
Federal employee layoffs likely to impact Utah’s national parks
Multiple groups are saying the federal employee layoffs are likely to have impacts on Utah, especially in the state's national parks.2 years ago
Utah’s AG addresses concerns about lawsuit that could change Section 504 accommodations
Utah is one of 17 states taking part in a lawsuit looking to change or strike down Section 504.2 years ago
Chlorine smell and taste still plaguing Weber Basin water users
Two weekends ago, the rain that hit the frozen Wasatch Back brought naturally-occurring organic materials into the Weber Basin Watershed.2 years ago
Utah’s house speaker seeks funding for technical education
Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz is looking to give Utah high school students more technical education opportunities.2 years ago
Some student absences in Utah likely due to federal immigration policies
Student absences in the Granite School District were up on Monday according to the district. But an official reason wasn't known.2 years ago
$3 million proposed to incentivize Sundance to stay in the Beehive State
The Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity is asking the Legislature for funds to keep the Sundance Film Festival in Utah.2 years ago
Legislature discusses how to split higher energy costs
A bill moving through the House right now could change who foots the bill when utility companies see higher energy costs.2 years ago
Gov. Cox calls for focus on energy this legislative session
Gov. Spencer Cox hopes lawmakers will charge forward with his plan to bring more energy production to Utah this legislative session.2 years ago
New details emerge in chase that sent Unified Police officer, other driver to hospital
During the chase, a Unified Police officer was clearing an intersection when his car was hit by another.2 years ago
West High students walk out in support of principal on administrative leave
Nearly 200 students participated in a West High walkout on Friday in support of their principal who had been placed on administrative leave.2 years ago
Daylight saving time under fire again in Utah legislature
Every year when the clocks change, lawmakers are flooded with calls from their constituents asking for an end to daylight saving time.2 years ago
Survey explores what would boost Utah voter confidence
What policies would increase Utahns' voter confidence in the elections process? Here's what a new survey says...2 years ago
Olympics in mind, Utah lawmaker proposes more littering fines
HB53 would modify existing fines and penalties for littering in Utah, and impose a landfill fee for driving with an unsecured load.2 years ago
Class action lawsuit filed against Vail Resorts
Vail Resorts is now the subject of a class-action lawsuit over its handling of the recent ski patroller strike.2 years ago
Teen survivor of family homicide is recovering, family said
The teen was shot in the head three weeks ago. He has now been moved to a regular hospital room for rehab.2 years ago
