Soccer game assault leads to felony crime
WEST VALLEY – A local man got more than a red card — he has been charged with a felony crime, for reportedly getting too rough during a recreational league soccer game. Court documents say 41-year-old Ethan Harris was competing for the ball with another man at Falcon Park in Sandy in October. The man […]8 years ago
Advocates talk about smoking-age bill in Utah
SALT LAKE CITY – Cedar Hills has passed a law raising the age to buy tobacco products to 21 years old, following the example of Lehi City. Now, the Utah Legislature is considering a statewide bill on the issue. Some advocates say it’s the wrong approach. Advocates filled the capitol rotunda on Thursday to talk […]8 years ago
Utah lawmaker: Plastic bag bans are anti-business
Park City and Moab passed ordinances outlawing plastic bags at certain stores. Logan is thinking about it. But Rep. Mike McKell says it's anti-business.8 years ago
In-depth: Parents worry about school closures
Parent and School Community Council Chair Carrie Chalverus, whose two girls attend Bennion, says many kids don’t have advocates to speak up for them.8 years ago
Utah teen violence numbers not going down
New numbers show reported violence and abuse among teen dating partners has not changed, which Utah health officials say indicates they have work to do.8 years ago
State Senate looking at $150M sales tax cut
Senators are debating a $150 million tax cut. The governor outlined a proposal for a $200 million tax cut in his State of the State address.8 years ago
Target shooter required to teach others about gun safety
A target shooter who accidentally shot and killed a 14-year-old boy will be required to teach others about gun safety, but will avoid jail time.8 years ago
Utah lawmakers look at extending autism treatment coverage
1 in 44 children in Utah have autism and Utah lawmakers are looking at how to help families that are struggling to pay for autism therapy for their children.8 years ago
SLCC students learn their tax documents were lost
Thousands of SLCC students are learning that their tax documents got lost in the mail, but officials say they are confident there is no threat of ID theft.8 years ago
Popular Los Hermanos burns down in Provo
A fire burned for hours Monday evening and overnight into Tuesday morning at Los Hermanos, a long-time fixture on Center Street and a popular spot for Provo residents and BYU students. The structure is likely a total loss.8 years ago
Schools must update cell phone policies in Utah
SALT LAKE CITY – Utah school districts and charter schools must now update their policies on cell phone use, and train students and staff about it. The Utah Board of Education passed a new rule about it at their meeting on Friday. Teachers say kids are distracted by their parents texting them, or watching movies, […]8 years ago
President Nelson addresses huge crowd in Arizona
GLENDALE, Arizona — President Russell M. Nelson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints addressed a huge crowd at State Farm Stadium Sunday night, in the perhaps the single largest gathering of Latter-day Saints in Arizona and among the largest crowds ever to hear a president of the Church. It is estimated that […]8 years ago
Should more state money help the 2020 US Census?
If Utah State Lawmakers want an accurate count during the 2020 Census they might have to spend some state money for it.8 years ago
Pedestrians injured, killed in 3 separate crashes
It was a deadly Thursday on Utah roads. Two men were killed and a woman was critically injured in three separate accidents ranging from South Salt Lake to Sandy to Benjamin.8 years ago
Utah bill would tie standardized test results to student grades
Utah teachers say many of their students are not taking their end-of-year standardized tests very seriously. A new bill would address that.8 years ago
East Idaho schools closed during sick spell
Four entire school districts over the border in Idaho remain closed today, because so many students are sick.8 years ago
Troopers: slow down through Lehi construction
Utah Highway Patrol troopers have a message for drivers: slow down on I-15 through Lehi, or you could get a ticket with a hefty fine.8 years ago
McAdams: Border wall could be part of shutdown solution
A Utah Congressman has joined other Democrats in offering President Trump a deal-- end the partial government shutdown, then we'll vote on a border wall. Democrat Ben McAdams signed a letter calling for leadership in both parties to vote8 years ago
Indepth: Utah lawmakers look to tweak referendum processes
After a year of several citizens initiatives making it on the ballot, Utah lawmakers are looking to tweak the process.8 years ago
Church speaks about hate crimes legislation in Utah
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is clarifying its position on a hate crimes law in Utah and says it will not oppose legislation this year.8 years ago
In-depth: Services could see new sales taxes
Expect to hear a lot about taxes this legislative session and that could change how much you pay for things that you haven't had to worry about before.8 years ago
Sandy police investigate boy’s fall from Scheels Ferris wheel
A 14-year-old boy is in critical condition after falling from the Ferris wheel at Scheels8 years ago
New bill would allow running some red lights
West Jordan Representative Ken Ivory is trying to get HB-151 through the Utah Legislature which would allow drivers to go through a red light if it's safe, with no other vehicles or pedestrians around.8 years ago
