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Paralympians return to Utah from Bejing
Paralympians flew into Salt Lake City on their way home from the Beijing games. They were greeted by a crowd of supporters.2 years ago
UTA says fares will stay put despite rising gas prices
A spokesman for UTA said fares will not increase despite rising diesel costs. UTA is one of the largest consumers of diesel fuel in the state2 years ago
Reliable childcare hard to find for estimated half a million families
SALT LAKE CITY — Reliable childcare is hard to come by for Utahns, according to data from a recent report. And local experts say more than half of Utah families have both parents working outside the home. “54% of children under age six live in families with a need,” said childcare policy advocate Erin Jemison. […]2 years ago
Group looking into Utah AG’s involvement in ‘bogus’ 2020 election lawsuit
A group called the 65 Project says Utah's Attorney General, Sean Reyes, is among hundreds of lawyers it's looking into for allegedly helping to peddle post-2020 election lawsuits that had no merit.2 years ago
Follow the Ballot: How Utah ballots are tabulated and audited
In the second of a two-part series, learn how Utah ballots are tabulated and audited to assure accuracy and election security.2 years ago
Follow the Ballot: Multiple security features accompany Utah mail-in ballots
There are checks and double-checks when it comes to the security of a mail-in ballot in Utah, beginning with the envelope.2 years ago
Utah Pride Festival and parade set to return this June
After not being able to happen last year, the Utah Pride Festival makes its return in 2022.2 years ago
BALANCE OF POWER: Voters may be last path to curb legislative power
Constitutional questions have been raised about the legislative power to move schools to online learning.2 years ago
BALANCE OF POWER: Did Utah’s legislature violate the state constitution with its remote school plan?
A law that dictates how Utah schools can switch to online learning raised questions about whether state lawmakers violated the state constitution.2 years ago
‘We can do it in 5 minutes’: Governor Cox will sign bill giving state’s top leaders final say on schools going remote
SALT LAKE CITY — Gov. Spencer Cox said he will sign a newly passed bill that lays out how a school can go remote amid omicron. Cox spoke exclusively to KSL NewsRadio, detailing that he will sign H.B. 183, which also suspends the test-to-stay program in Utah’s schools. The bill requires that the state’s four […]2 years ago
‘Serious constitutional questions:’ Democrats take issue with process that immediately ended mask mandates
Utah Democrats in the House of Representatives are questioning if legislation to overturn mask mandates should have taken effect right away.2 years ago
Attend the Utah 2022 legislative session remotely, here’s how
The Utah 2022 legislative session will offer in-person and remote options for lawmakers and the public. Here's our step-by-step guide.2 years ago
Utah lawmaker proposes ‘optional’ background check for private gun sales
SALT LAKE CITY — A Utah lawmaker wants to change state law so people can have the option to do a background check when they buy or sell a gun with another person. “If you’re a seller of a firearm…you want to make sure that the person you’re selling it to…you can check to make […]2 years ago
Experts say Wednesday’s storm is a ‘recipe’ for more avalanche risk
Utah avalanche forecasters are saying Wednesday's storm could be the "recipe" for more avalanche risk,2 years ago
Refugee Soccer to bring the game to Afghans waiting for placement
Refugee Soccer, a group from Utah, is hoping to welcome Afghan refugees to America, through playing soccer.2 years ago
State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control wants a name change
The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is seeking a name change. But that only be done through the Utah State Legislature.2 years ago
Utah couple plead with Congress to pass ALS legislation
A Utah couple is pleading with Congress to pass ALS legislation to help slow down the disease.2 years ago
Rate of voting for Utah women down, but civic engagement remains high
SALT LAKE CITY — Fewer Utah women voted in the 2020 election than in years past, as compared to other states. And researchers said they don’t know why. New research from Utah’s Women and Leadership Project (UWLP) shows Utah women voted more in 2018 than in 2020, compared to the rest of the nation. “In […]3 years ago
Utah Independent Redistricting Commission finalizes maps, pushes back on Rob Bishop claims
The Utah Independent Redistricting Commission said Bishop's resignation won't interfere with submitting their maps to the legislature.3 years ago
Lawmakers want audit of Utah election results, state leaders say no statewide fraud
One state lawmaker in favor of auditing Utah election results said the state's reliance on voting machines is a "huge control risk."3 years ago
Final week of public input for Independent Redistricting Commission in Utah
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — You have until Saturday to weigh in on redistricting, or how lawmakers redraw district boundaries in Utah. That’s the last day Utah’s Independent Redistricting Commission takes public input. Their final two public meetings are Thursday at 6 p.m. in Herriman and Saturday morning at 11 in West Valley City. You […]3 years ago
Home heating prices going up around the nation, but not as high in Utah
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — It’s going to cost you more to heat your house this winter. But in Utah, it won’t be as much as some other places around the country. Home heating A new national report shows home heating prices are going up because fuel prices are rising and demand has also gone […]3 years ago
Jordan School District addressing sub shortage with new incentive program
SANDY, Utah — The Jordan School District is trying to get more substitute teachers to come work for the district with a new incentive program. “The program will provide temporary incentive pay up to $500 for substitute teachers who work a required number of days between October 25, 2021 and December 15, 2021, without canceling […]3 years ago
