Mark Jones
Utah lawmaker shares experiences of adopting two children from Ukraine
Rep. Jeff Stenquist discusses his experience of adopting two children from Ukraine.4 years ago
Martha Harris
Bill to ban “pornographic and indecent” books in Utah public schools temporarily stalls
The bill would have changed the review process if someone felt there was porn on school property.4 years ago
Lindsay Aerts and Kira Hoffelmeyer
School voucher bill fails in Utah House
The Hope Scholarship, also known as the school voucher bill, failed to pass out of the Utah House of Representatives this afternoon.4 years ago
Kira Hoffelmeyer
If you’re boycotting vodka, at least don’t dump Utah brands out
A few states, including Utah, are telling their liquor stores to pull Russian-branded and made products from their shelves.4 years ago
Paul Nelson and Kira Hoffelmeyer
Resolution aims to support gay, bisexual men in donating blood
A resolution is being introduced in the Utah Senate today to support allowing gay and bisexual men to make blood donations.4 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Russian woman in Utah talks about her sister escaping Ukraine during war
A Russian woman living here in Utah is desperate to get her sister out as Russia invades Ukraine.4 years ago
Aimee Cobabe
Utah lawmakers pull back on plan to do away with money earmark
Lawmakers have argued the change is needed to give more flexibility to the budget because sales tax revenue is not growing.4 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Follow the Ballot: How Utah ballots are tabulated and audited
In the second of a two-part series, learn how Utah ballots are tabulated and audited to assure accuracy and election security.4 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Utah Reps. Curtis, Stewart and Moore react to Russia launching war on Ukraine
Utah Republican Reps. John Curtis, Chris Stewart and Blake Moore share their reactions to Russian President Vladimir Putin moving military forces into Ukraine. Both Curtis and Stewart say Russian cyberattacks could lie ahead for the United States. Moore says strengthening US allies in Europe and NATO is a key move at this early stage of war.4 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Follow the Ballot: Multiple security features accompany Utah mail-in ballots
There are checks and double-checks when it comes to the security of a mail-in ballot in Utah, beginning with the envelope.4 years ago
Mark Jones and Simone Seikaly
Utah leaders react to Russia’s military operation in Ukraine
Utah leaders react to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.4 years ago
Paul Nelson
No blasting at abandoned Raging Waters park after pushback from nearby residents
No blasting will be used in the demolition project of the Raging Waters/Seven Peaks theme, Salt Lake City officials announced4 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Should the public be barred from access to police statements on officer-involved shootings? Both sides weigh in
A former police chief says police in the US face a crisis of legitimacy and trust today. So a bill now in the Legislature concealing police statements from public scrutiny should be defeated. But the leader of the Utah Fraternal Order of Police says the bill should become law to protect the self-incrimination protection under the Fifth Amendment for public employees, including police officers.4 years ago
Aimee Cobabe
50 spots in Utah with the name “squaw” could soon be renamed
The U.S. Department of the Interior is taking a step forward in removing the name “Squaw” from hundreds of federal locations.4 years ago
The Associated Press
West hits back with sanctions for Russia’s Ukraine actions
Responding swiftly to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s order sending troops to separatist regions of Ukraine, world leaders hit back with non-military actions Tuesday in hopes of averting a full-blown war in Europe.4 years ago
Mark Jones
Traveling turns problematic for many returning home from the holiday weekend
Traveling turned problematic for people returning home from a long holiday weekend.4 years ago
Mark Jackson
All lanes open 150 E South Temple after fire in a vacant building
(Salt Lake City, UT) — Salt Lake County Fire crews battled a three-alarm fire at 150 E South Temple early Sunday morning. As of 7 a.m. South Temple is re-opened between State Streete and 2nd East. There are no reports of injuries and the fire was in a vacant, three story building. The cause is […]5 years ago
The Associated Press
Biden is ‘convinced’ Putin has decided to invade Ukraine
On Friday, President Biden said he is convinced Russia has decided to invade Ukraine.5 years ago
Paul Nelson
Lawmakers propose all-day kindergarten bill, UEA fully supports it
If a bill passes this year, all-day kindergarten will become a more realistic option for parents.5 years ago
Aimee Cobabe, Paul Nelson and Becky Bruce
“Garrity bill,” exempting some statements from public records requests, advances
On Friday, a bill that would make it harder for the public and media to have access to certain statements, known as Garrity statements, advanced to the full House.5 years ago
Aimee Cobabe
Utah Legislature passes bill barring cities and counties from enacting gun regulations
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah lawmakers have approved Senate Bill 115, which would bar the creation of firearm regulations by locally elected officials. It is now on its way to the governor. The bill’s House sponsor, Republican Rep. Cory Maloy, of Lehi, told his legislative colleagues that the bill clarifies that the power over firearm […]5 years ago
The Associated Press
Truckers hold their ground despite threats of crackdown
Truckers in Canada continue to hold their ground despite police threatening to break up the protest.5 years ago
Paul Nelson
Homeless camp cleared in Salt Lake, camp residents believe they should have been left alone
A homeless camp cleared in Salt Lake City has residents saying they should have been left alone.5 years ago
