Utah

conceal carry Utah Cox...
Kelli Pierce

Should Utah get rid of conceal carry permits? At least one state lawmaker thinks so

A new bill in the Utah legislature would get rid of conceal carry permits. Supporters of the bill say it would protect people's rights, but opponents have safety concerns. 
3 years ago
Stewart, Owens resign...
Saige Miller

Rep. Chris Stewart says he will not vote to certify the presidential election results

Utah Congressman Chris Stewart said he will not vote to certify the presidential election for President-elect Joe Biden.
3 years ago
utah governor spencer cox inauguration scheduled jan 4...
Colby Walker, Paul Nelson and Kelli Pierce

Utah’s 18th governor, Spencer Cox, sworn in on anniversary of statehood

On the 125th anniversary of Utah's statehood, Utah will swear in its 18th governor: Spencer Cox, the outgoing lieutenant governor.
3 years ago
pence trump speak after capitol violence...
MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press

EXPLAINER: How Congress will count Electoral College votes

Wednesday’s congressional joint session to count electoral votes is taking on added importance this year.
3 years ago
Blake Moore Congress...
Cami Mondeaux

Blake Moore, Burgess Owens sworn into 117th Congress

Blake Moore and Burgess Owens, Utah's two newest representatives, were sworn into 117th Congress Sunday.
3 years ago
stolen ambulance...
Simone Seikaly

Ogden Fire ambulance stolen while crew helped patient; later located

The stolen ambulance was found when a citizen contacted police to report an ambulance in a neighbors backyard.
3 years ago
Utah Jazz...
Simone Seikaly

ESPN: Clippers staff quarantined after positive COVID-19 test in Utah

Contract tracing helped officials locate where the virus potentially spread -- at a dinner in a hotel's presidential suite.
3 years ago
COVID-19 cases in Utah...
Simone Seikaly

1,819 new COVID-19 cases in Utah, percentage for positive cases 29.2%

Additionally, Utah health officials report that 47,382 COVID-19 vaccines have been administered in Utah thus far.
3 years ago
Romney angry...
Simone Seikaly

Sen. Romney calls move by 11 senators to reject electors an ‘egregious ploy’

Romney chastised his fellow Republican senators on Saturday for their plan to challenge the electors of some states come January 6.
3 years ago
food insecurity Utah Gov elect Cox day of service...
Simone Seikaly

Gov.-elect Cox and Lt. Gov.-elect Henderson help wrap up One Utah Food Drive

The Day of Service is the beginning of several inauguration-day projects slated for the new Utah leaders.
3 years ago
National Puppy Day...
Simone Seikaly

Van taking puppies to Oregon for adoption overturns in Utah

The trip originated in Texas, but the driver and passenger, as well as the dogs, were waylayed in Utah after the van crashed.
3 years ago
second shots...
Adam Small

Governor-elect Spencer Cox announces pick for Executive Director of the Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice

Governor-elect Spencer Cox and Lt. Governor-elect Deidre Henderson have nominated Bountiful Police Chief, Tom Ross
3 years ago
tracking ballots...
Cami Mondeaux

Utah lawmaker wants to create text, email notifications for tracking ballots

Logan Rep. Dan Johnson believes tracking ballots will ease lingering voter concerns about mail-in voting and election security.
3 years ago
Deer Creek fatal crash...
Simone Seikaly

Fatal crash near Deer Creek Reservoir leaves 1 dead, others hospitalized

The fatal crash shut down both directions of US 189 for several hours on Friday afternoon. It is unknown if those injured were wearing seatbelts.
3 years ago
Utah 2021 first babies...
Simone Seikaly

Utah welcomes two girls as the first babies of the New Year

Two girls were the firstborns in the New Year, one came into the world at Intermountain Healthcare, the other, at the University of Utah.
3 years ago
UHP trooper injured...
Simone Seikaly

UHP trooper injured while conducting speed enforcement

The UHP trooper was inside his marked patrol car off of northbound I-15 in Riverdale when the accident happened. He received minor injuries.
3 years ago
Utah state parks pass...
Colby Walker

Utah State Parks annual pass fee increased

Beginning on Friday, Jan. 1 the cost for an annual Utah State Parks pass will be increased from $75 to $100.
3 years ago
In this photo provided by Olivia Hinerfeld, Olivia Hinerfeld poses with her boyfriend, Ryan Shymans...
The Associated Press

Left behind: How to prepare pets for a post-pandemic life

Sometime in 2021, probably for many more than a year after pandemic restrictions began in the United States, most American workers and students will return to campuses, offices and other workplaces. Left behind will pets who have become accustomed to humans staying home with them.
3 years ago
In this photo provided by Gary Schottle, Derek "Tank" Schottle competes in the 100 meter dash as pa...
JOHN MARSHALL AP Sports Writer

One Good Thing: Special Olympian spreads message of love

Derek “Tank” Schottle was withdrawn and bullied when he was a young boy. Special Olympics allowed him to gain confidence and transform into a leader.
3 years ago
utah ski resorts...
Kelli Pierce

Utah ski resorts plan for good year despite low snow, pandemic

2020's been one of the driest years on record in Utah, with many ski resorts reporting very little snow -- but they see fresh powder in the future.
3 years ago
State trooper car UHP. A crash north of Santaquin has closed all lanes....
Cami Mondeaux

DUI enforcement will increase over New Year’s weekend

Utah drivers can expect to see an increase in DUI enforcement over the New Year's weekend, Utah Highway Patrol announced Wednesday.
3 years ago
cougar man 2020 top stories...
Becky Bruce

The top ten stories you clicked on in the year 2020

2020 has been quite a memorable year, and nothing quite catalogues the craziness like going back through the top stories on your website. 
3 years ago
Utah department of health pictured, it just launched Healthy Places Index...
Cami Mondeaux & Paul Nelson

Utah Dept. of Health: ‘We are still in this battle,’ COVID cases increase

Utah health officials urged residents to continue with diligence to curb COVID-19, as the state recorded a roughly 40% positivity rate Thursday.
3 years ago
Stock Photo - Unsplash...
Becky Bruce

Look for the good in your 2020 year-in-review

Therapist Doug Goldsmith says calling 2020 the worst year ever focuses on the negative, without giving any credit to ourselves for how far we've come.
3 years ago