Peter Johnston
Utah Republican and Democratic caucuses are coming up. Here’s how they work
One Utah party will hold a caucus next week to determine a presidential preference, another will meet, but ultimately decide by mail.2 months ago
Bill that would remove competency test requirement for teachers looks ready to pass
Currently, those pursuing a teaching license in Utah are required to pass a classroom management test. However, it could disappear from Utah's teaching licensure requirements if a bill passes the Senate this week.2 months ago
Code blue bill would open emergency beds at 18 degrees
The legislature is considering whether to raise the temperature at which emergency beds open up during code blue alerts.2 months ago
Polluting dust and a growing city: how a proposed mine in Parleys Canyon could change the Salt Lake Valley
Polluting dust that could end up in the local water and air is just one concern many have over a proposed mine in Parleys Canyon.2 months ago
Voters’ choice: change Utah’s constitution, get rid of food sales tax
In November, voters will have the option to change the state constitution. The alteration would indirectly get rid of Utah's food sales tax.2 months ago
3 minors and an adult arrested in Millard County drug bust
According to Utah Highway Patrol, three minors and one adult were arrested in a Millard County drug bust on Monday.2 months ago
Provo drag race sends unbuckled four-year-old to the hospital
A drag race on I-15 turned into a car wreck that sent a four-year-old to the hospital. The child was not wearing a seatbelt.3 months ago
Resolution asks municipalities to boost water conservation efforts
A new resolution aims to promote conservation efforts in cities and counties to reduce the impact on farmers.3 months ago
Skiers rejoice! A foot of snow is coming to the northern Wasatch Mountains
Brighton, Park City and Solitude will see more than a foot of snow drop today, according to Ski Utah.3 months ago
You could be living in a child care desert. Here’s what that means
Data from 2019 shows that 77% of Utah's population live in a child care desert. Two bills seek to change that.3 months ago
Utah’s House delegation all vote to impeach Biden cabinet official
With the help of the Utah delegation, this is the first impeachment of a sitting cabinet official since 1876. It passed by a single vote.3 months ago
New bill could bolster commercial real estate transparency
A new bill would improve transparency in the way commercial property taxes are set.3 months ago
Plan to run for office as a write-in candidate in Utah? One lawmaker says not so fast
Sen. Dan McCay's bill would prevent someone from filing to run for office twice in the same year if the second time is a write-in candidacy.3 months ago
American Fork police officers on leave after shooting suspected car thief
According to the American Fork Police Department, several of its officers have been placed on leave after they shot a suspected car thief.3 months ago
Training for Utah’s eyelash techs could take month, not years, with this bill
State Sen. David Hinkins argues the money spent on a long eyebrow and eyelash training requirement is better spent elsewhere.3 months ago
Lawmaker proposes armed guardians at Utah schools
The bill would allow teachers and principals to sign up as armed guardians and work alongside school resource officers.3 months ago
Utah lawmaker wants to raise the minimum wage based on age
The minimum wage in Utah hasn't changed in 15 years and one state lawmaker wants to do something about it.3 months ago
A $6.5 million request and cancelation concerns: the presidential debate is coming to Utah
The presidential debate in Utah is scheduled for October, but there's a lot to consider in the eight months leading up to the event.3 months ago
Moisture arrives in Utah and it’s not going anywhere for a week
The "Pineapple Express" storm hitting California will bring moisture through Utah that will linger for about a week.3 months ago
Bill targeting children’s cell phone protections moves to the Utah Senate
A Utah Senate committee has approved the Children's Device Protection Act. The bill would hold the makers of smartphones and tablets liable for any obscene material a child finds on their device.3 months ago
An NHL hockey stadium in Utah? The legislature is considering it
State Senator Dan McCay said that Utah might be a sleeping hockey giant in a resolution supporting the creation of a National Hockey League team in Salt Lake City, or S.J.R. 12.3 months ago
Utah student teachers work a full semester without pay. Now they might be getting a stipend.
Utah student teachers could get a stipend of $6,000 in their first full teaching semester if a bill passes in Utah.3 months ago
Senator: Cellphone manufacturers should turn on all filters for minors
Sen. Weiler's bill would require cellphone manufacturers to turn on every content filter before selling a phone that will belong to a minor.3 months ago
