Transfer trouble? Out-of-state high school football players have their eyes set on Utah
High School football has been cleared to begin as soon as next month, which appears to have players from other states now transferring to Utah to play the game.6 years ago
Romney looks to shore up Social Security as part of next coronavirus relief bill
Senator Mitt Romney wants to shore up Social Security as part of the next coronavirus relief bill. On the Senate floor yesterday, Romney detailed an updated version of the TRUST Act.6 years ago
UDOT testing new technology on some of the state’s most hazardous roads
UDOT has teamed up with Panasonic to deploy a network of next-generation radio pods along some Utah highway corridors. Officials say they have the ability to “communicate” with emerging smart vehicle technology.6 years ago
Pair of Utah Congressmen against Great American Outdoors Act
A pair of Utah congressmen say they're against the Great American Outdoors Act. Rep. Rob Bishop lobbied against the bill in the U.S. House, while Sen. Mike Lee is urging President Trump to veto the measure.6 years ago
School districts in Northern Utah begin to announce fall plans
School districts in northern Utah are finalizing their fall plans; both the Logan and Box Elder School Districts will start the year with half-days.6 years ago
In or Out? Utah teachers react to fall school plans
With school districts all over Utah still getting their plans in place for the fall, many educators are left “in limbo” wondering what their days will look like. In the Canyons School District, 98% of teachers responded to a survey by saying they intend to return to in-person teaching in the fall.6 years ago
Concern about overcrowding at Utah reservoirs, leaders promise more space
More parking spaces are coming to crowded spots as officials say crowds have been flocking to Utah reservoirs in historic numbers this summer.6 years ago
Utah may soon announce million-dollar face mask PSA
A million-dollar campaign encouraging Utahns to social distance and wear a face mask could be announced soon. It comes after Senate President Stuart Adams, House Speaker Brad Wilson and Governor Gary Herbert all met Wednesday to discuss the state's COVID-19 response.6 years ago
Cache County Fair is still a go, despite coronavirus concerns
Despite concerns about the coronavirus, the Cache County Fair and Rodeo will go on as planned in a few weeks. Rodeo attendees are encouraged to wear a face covering, but there will be no mandates.6 years ago
Inmates in Weber County Jail sue sheriff over COVID-19 outbreak
A number of federal inmates at the Weber County Jail have filed a lawsuit alleging the county sheriff and other officials failed to protect them from a coronavirus outbreak after an outbreak of COVID-19 at the jail reportedly sickened more than 100 people.6 years ago
‘Why the wait?’ Patients across the country say COVID-19 test results taking a week or longer
Patients around the country say it’s taking a week or even longer to receive their COVID-19 test results. It comes after only taking around three or four days to receive results in the spring.6 years ago
Over 81,000 Utahns collecting unemployment, stimulus expiration date looms closer
The latest Utah jobs report shows over 81,000 people receiving unemployment benefits this week. In two weeks, the $600 weekly stimulus expires.6 years ago
Fall high school sports in Utah given green light to ‘Play Ball’
It's unclear yet if there will be fall sports in Utah public schools. A decision from the Utah High School Activities Association could come as soon as Thursday.6 years ago
Retail Industry Leaders Association asks for mandatory mask requirement
The Retail Industry Leaders Association is calling on governors to mandate a face mask requirement in public. They say retail workers have unfairly been placed on the front-line of enforcement.6 years ago
Thousands of Utahns unexpectedly finding work as contact tracers
The coronavirus pandemic continues to have a major impact on the nationwide job market. As it turns out, in addition to shutting down plenty of work, it also is creating some new jobs as "contact tracers."6 years ago
Ruling on Bernardo Palacios-Carbajal officer-involved shooting expected
This week, the Salt Lake County District Attorney is expected to announce whether a deadly officer-involved shooting against Bernardo Palacios-Carbajal was justified.6 years ago
Special delivery: Over 500,000 protective face masks transported to Salt Lake International Airport
A delivery of over 500,000 protective face masks came into Salt Lake International Airport this morning. The protective face coverings are going to students and teachers across Utah that will be returning to classrooms this fall.6 years ago
Davis County leaders feeling pressure to increase mask wearing, mull possible requirement
Davis County leaders are under increasing pressure to adopt a public mask-wearing requirement. It comes as the number of COVID-19 cases in the county continue to surge, hitting a record number last week with 250 new cases.6 years ago
Salt Lake DA: Protesters won’t face curfew charges
Some of the protesters charged with violating Salt Lake City's curfew will not face charges. Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill says, in fairness, many of those who broke curfew that night probably weren’t even aware that it had been put into place.6 years ago
Burning the midnight oil: Primary results may come later than usual
It’s going to be a late night next week Tuesday for many state politicians and their supporters as they await results of Utah’s primary vote. That’s because state lawmakers added a provision in a bill that restricts any release of election results until 10 pm on election day.6 years ago
Baby Bust? Experts anticipate fewer births during pandemic, warn of consequences
Experts say the pandemic could result in up to a half-million fewer U.S. births next year - a virtual "baby bust" that could have consequences long-term.6 years ago
State health experts concerned about rising COVID-19 cases
State health experts are expressing concern about the rising number of COVID-19 cases in Utah. The number of new cases of coronavirus in Utah have surged since May 27, which is twelve days after most of the state moved to yellow.6 years ago
1 in 3 Americans planning summer road trip, many eyeing National Parks
The coronavirus pandemic has shut down most international travel plans, but it hasn’t necessarily curtailed the great American summer road trip. A recent poll shows that around one in three Americans are still planning on taking a summer trip.6 years ago
