Business & Economy
Associated Press
Trump pushes for plastic straws, declares paper ones ‘don’t work’
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is moving to reverse a federal push away from plastic straws, declaring that paper straws “don’t work.” Trump signed an executive order Monday, saying: “It’s a ridiculous situation. We’re going back to plastic straws” The move by Trump — who has long railed against paper straws, and whose 2019 […]1 year ago
Jill Colvin, Associated Press
Trump says he has directed US Treasury to stop minting new pennies, citing rising cost
President Donald Trump says he has directed the Treasury Department to stop minting new pennies, citing the rising cost of producion.1 year ago
Allessandra Harris Gurr
Privilege tax may be added to the Point of the Mountain
A proposed bill may bring a privilege tax to the Point of the Mountain development.1 year ago
Alton Barnhart
Utah gas prices increased by two cents amid tariff concerns
Utah gas prices have ticked up from last week due to the threat of tariffs, according to the Energy Information Administration.2 years ago
Mariah Maynes
How will Trump tariffs impact consumers? It depends, but here are estimates
Economists agree that Trump tariffs could have consequences for the economy and American wallets.2 years ago
Shelby Lofton, KSL TV
Salt Lake businesses, organizations feel impact of ‘Day Without Immigrants’ closures
Businesses cleared their calendars to support the nationwide protest of President Trump’s crackdown on undocumented immigrants in the country.2 years ago
MIKE ANDERSON
Economist: Effects of 2018-19 trade war still linger, shows what to expect from another trade war with China
Though many of us might have forgotten about it, the impacts of a trade war with China in 2018 and 2019 still linger in Utah.2 years ago
Adam Small
New tariffs will impact Utah businesses and consumers, local trade experts say
For example, if a Utah business manufactures a good in a country with a 25% tariff, it'll pay 25% more to bring that product back to the U.S.2 years ago
Randall Jeppesen
Smith’s Ballpark redevelopment plans announced
Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall said they've picked the "adaptive reuse" plan to redevelop Smith's Ballpark stadium.2 years ago
Britt Johnson
Will bird flu impact the price of chicken meat?
It might seem inevitable, but there are a few reasons why a chicken meat shortage due to bird flu isn't likely.2 years ago
Daniel Woodruff
Utah lawmaker abandons bill letting car dealerships stay open all weekend
A Utah lawmaker abandoned a proposed bill that would allow car dealerships to remain open all weekend. Currently, they must close one day.2 years ago
Jacob Freeman
Large structure fire engulfs building in Ogden
A structure fire has broken out in Ogden at a new construction site.2 years ago
Jacob Freeman
An inside look at one of Utah’s booming industries: Biotech
Utahns are used to hearing about Silicon Slopes, but another type of tech industry is making big waves in Utah's economy as well.2 years ago
Allessandra Harris Gurr
Salt Lake City ranked one of the most affordable metros for renters
Rent is "affordable" if it makes up less than 30% of the renter's income, according to Redfin.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Salt Lake City International Airport breaks passenger record
New airlines and Utah's economy are credited with another record-setting number of passengers at Salt Lake City International Airport in 2024.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Institutional investors may be restricted from buying Utah homes
HB149, as currently written, would "restrict an institutional investor's ability to purchase single-family homes in Utah."2 years ago
Adam Small
Utah lawmakers will again consider dropping the state portion of food tax
Bill sponsor Sen. Nate Blouin said that unlike previous attempts to repeal the Utah food tax, SB122 isn't tied to other legislation.2 years ago
ALEXANDREA BONILLA, RANDALL JEPPESEN AND DIANA JONES
Utah congressman reacts to Supreme Court choosing to uphold the TikTok ban
Representative Blake Moore is grateful that the Supreme Court chose to uphold the TikTok ban. And said it prevents China from spying on the US in more ways than one.2 years ago
Mary Culbertson, KSLTV.com
Vail Resorts offer 50% credit to those who skied during Park City patrol strike — but not in cash
Vail Resorts said all guests who skied or snowboarded with a pass or lift ticket during the patrol strike would be offered 50% credits for each day they skied.2 years ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
How will Smith’s Ballpark be used before it’s redeveloped?
The Salt Lake City Community Reinvestment Agency will soon send a formal request for proposal for "interim activation" of the Smith's ballpark site.2 years ago
Diana Jones
Now is a great time to review your finances
With the new year and tax season right around the corner, now is a great time to review your finances. Here's some advice from a financial planner.2 years ago
Adam Small
Economic report names Salt Lake City, Ogden among best performing cities in America
Two of Utah's cities have been named among best preforming cities in the country.2 years ago
Diana Jones
Dave & Dujanovic: What happens if Tik Tok is banned?
TikTok is set to be banned on Jan. 19. SCOTUS will hear arguments Friday from TikTok and its China-based owner ByteDance.2 years ago
