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Haaland OK’d at Interior, 1st Native American Cabinet head
The Senate confirmed New Mexico Rep. Deb Haaland as interior secretary, making her the first Native American to lead a Cabinet department and the first to lead the federal agency.3 years ago
Dixie State student dead after car accident in Nevada
Samuela Tupola, 23, a student majoring in communication studies at Dixie State University, was one of five people involved in the accident.3 years ago
Here’s where to get a FREE COVID-19 test in Utah this week
Utah is offering free COVID-19 tests for residents across the state, regardless if they have COVID-19 symptoms or not. Here is where you can get a test in Utah this week.3 years ago
Strong winds along the Wasatch Front expected over the weekend
The National Weather Service (NWS) is issuing a winds advisory along the Wasatch Front, effective Friday at 5 p.m. through Saturday morning.3 years ago
One officer’s use of deadly force ruled unjustified, but the fatal shot by 2nd officer is justified, says Salt Lake County DA
Prosecutors left the door open for charges against one officer ruled unjustified in a deadly shooting, while saying another officer was justified.3 years ago
Carlson, Times tussle over online harassment of journalist
Tucker Carlson's belittling of a reporter for The New York Times this week for publicly discussing how she had been harassed reveals both a toxic online culture and bad blood between the newspaper and Fox News Channel and its most popular personality.3 years ago
Judge OKs 3rd-degree murder charge for ex-cop in Floyd death
A judge on Thursday granted prosecutors’ request to add a third-degree murder charge against a former Minneapolis police officer for the killing of George Floyd’s death.3 years ago
Nearly 80% of Utahns 70+ have been vaccinated, more counties move transmission levels
In a news conference Thursday, Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson announced 79% of Utahns 70 years old and over have been vaccinated.3 years ago
UTA is offering free rides to and from vaccine appointments
Don't let lack of transportation stop you from getting the COVID-19 vaccine. UTA can give you a free lift to a vaccination site.3 years ago
Congress OKs $1.9T virus relief bill
Congress has approved a landmark $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill Wednesday, as President Joe Biden and Democrats claimed a triumph on a bill that marshals the government’s spending might against twin pandemic and economic crises that have upended a nation.3 years ago
Shooting in Kearns results in multiple injuries and one dead, per Unified Police
Unified Police are currently looking for a red Saturn in connection to a shooting that left one person dead and two people in critical condition in Kearns.3 years ago
Utah fire danger is already on the rise, crews warn
Fire crews are already gearing up for Utah fire danger, following a spurt of sunny, dry, and windy weather.3 years ago
Vaccine appointments open in many Utah counties for residents 50+, and others with medical conditions
Multiple Utah counties are ready to put COVID-19 shots in the arms of residents 50-years-old, and those with certain medical conditions, ahead of the governor's original timeline of March 8.3 years ago
Utah opens up vaccine eligibility to Utahns 50+ and those with other health conditions
SALT LAKE CITY– Utah Gov. Spencer Cox announced Thursday the state is expanding the number of Utahns who are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Effective Monday, March 8, the following groups will be eligible to make appointments for the COVID-19 vaccine: All residents 50 years of age and older 16 years and older […]3 years ago
Dolly Parton Has A ‘New’ Song: ‘Vaccine, Vaccine, Vaccine, Vacciiiine!’
“Vaccine, vaccine, vaccine, vacciiiine! I’m begging of you please don’t hesitate,” sang Dolly Parton, riffing on her hit song “Jolene” as she received her first COVID-19 vaccine dose.3 years ago
The national debt could surge prices on goods in a post-pandemic world, says BYU economist
One Utah economist says both the coronavirus health emergency and the growing national debt may have an impact on your finances in a big or small in a post-pandemic world.3 years ago
Rent assistance on hold as Utah prepares to launch new application
Utahns who need federal rent assistance will have to wait until the state launches its new application process later this month.3 years ago
Ogden police investigate fatal shooting at grocery store
The Ogden City Police Department is launching an investigation into the fatal shooting of a local grocery store owner in Weber County.3 years ago
FREE rapid COVID-19 tests are available at these Utah locations this week
The state of Utah is continuing to provide free COVID-19 rapid antigen tests to residents Here is where you can get your free COVID-19 test this week.3 years ago
BYU committee on race and diversity releases 26 recommendations to help ‘root out racism’
PROVO — After meeting since last July and following a deluge of thousands of personal and electronic communications with stakeholders, including the university’s minority alumni base, the nine-member committee tasked with improving racial equality at Brigham Young University and in the surrounding community has presented its initial findings to President Kevin J. Worthen and school officials. The […]3 years ago
U Health doctor: If you’re offered the J&J vaccine, get it
One University of Utah Health doctor says don't worry about vaccine brand names. If you're offered the J&J vaccine--get it.3 years ago
Utah teacher under investigation by school district for a tweet wishing death on GOP Senators
An Iron County high school teacher is being investigated by the school district for a tweet that appears to wish death upon Republican Senators.3 years ago
