Utah and National Updates

Elections, Politics, & Government

Google Utah Reyes antitrust lawsuit...
Simone Seikaly

Utah among 10 states filing lawsuit against Google

The lawsuit alleges that Google participates in anticompetitive practices to the detriment of its customers and consumers.
6 years ago
romney lee recognize biden president-elect, Senators Lee and Romney weigh in on the passage of the ...
John Wojcik

Mike Lee recognizes Joe Biden as President-elect, Mitt Romney urges President Trump to move on

Sen. Mike Lee of Utah acknowledged Joe Biden as president-elect, as Sen. Mitt Romney urged Trump administration officials to do the same.
6 years ago
hunter biden...
MICHAEL BALSAMO and JONATHAN LEMIRE Associated Press

President Trump asks about special prosecutor for Hunter Biden

President Donald Trump is considering a push to have a special counsel appointed to advance the federal tax investigation into Hunter Biden.
6 years ago
currency manipulators, FEMA assistance...
MARTIN CRUTSINGER AP Economics Writer

US brands Vietnam, Switzerland as currency manipulators

The U.S. Treasury Department has branded Vietnam and Switzerland as currency manipulators while putting China and nine other countries on a watch list.
6 years ago
COVID-19 relief COVID-19 relief aid package...
ANDREW TAYLOR Associated Press

Talks escalate on new COVID-19 relief, top lawmakers to meet

The uptick in activity could be a sign that an agreement is near, though COVID-19 relief talks have been notoriously difficult. Pelosi hasn't met with Sen. Mitch McConnell in months.
6 years ago
Pete Buttigieg Transportation Biden...
MICHAEL BALSAMO, JONATHAN LEMIRE and THOMAS BEAUMONT Associated Press

AP sources: Biden to pick Buttigieg as transportation chief

The 38-year-old former South Bend, Indiana mayor was one of Biden's rivals for the Democratic presidential nomination.
6 years ago
President Russell M. Nelson on Oct. 5, 2019. September 9, 2024 marks his 100th birthday. (Spenser H...
Ryan Meeks

Church leaders Congratulate Joe Biden and Kamala Harris

The statement from Church leadership comes after the official count by of U.S. Electoral College votes on Monday affirming Biden's win.
6 years ago
Vernal COVID-19 vaccine...
Becky Bruce

COVID vaccine rollout underway, but not everyone plans to sign up

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah and the other states will start distributing COVID-19 vaccine as soon as they receive shipments of doses, but not everyone appears willing to line up to get a shot.  ABC News planned to broadcast a special report from 7 to 8 p.m. on Monday detailing the COVID vaccine rollout. You […]
6 years ago
widespread election fraud barr resign...
Becky Bruce

US Attorney General William Barr to resign, president tweets

Attorney General William Barr plans to resign in order to spend Christmas with his family, President Donald Trump tweeted on Monday. 
6 years ago
Utah popular vote...
MARK SHERMAN Associated Press

Biden clears 270-vote mark as electors affirm his victory

The voting milestone came late Monday when California electors affirmed Biden's massive 5 million-vote win last month in the nation's largest state.
6 years ago
reyes covid-19 exposure elector...
Simone Seikaly

Utah AG Reyes unable to vote as Elector, Love steps in

Former Utah Rep. Mia Love took the place of Utah AG Sean Reyes as an elector after Reyes may have been exposed to COVID-19.
6 years ago
Mendenhall emergency proclamation, Mendenhall Covid Victims...
Cami Mondeaux

Mendenhall: emergency proclamation expands outdoor operations for businesses

Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall signed an emergency proclamation Monday that would expand outdoor operating capacities for struggling businesses.
6 years ago
$10 minimum wage mitt romney...
Cami Mondeaux

Sen. Romney joins bipartisan group to propose coronavirus relief plan

Sen. Mitt Romney (R-UT) will introduce a new two-part coronavirus spending relief plan Monday in hopes to reach a deal in Congress before Christmas. 
6 years ago
medical marijuana...
Cami Mondeaux

Proposed law seeks to allow any doctor to recommend medical marijuana

Utah legislators are introducing a new bill that would allow any doctor to recommend dosages of medical marijuana to patients.
6 years ago
Utah Electoral College vote...
Mary Richards

Utah elector talks about voting in the Electoral College

The Electoral College casts votes Monday, and the six Utah electors will cast the state’s votes for President Donald Trump.
6 years ago
Utah electoral votes...
MARK SHERMAN Associated Press

Electoral Colleges to formally vote Monday

Presidential electors are meeting across the United States to formally choose Joe Biden as the nation’s next president. Monday is the day set by law for the meeting of the Electoral College.
6 years ago
elections other democratic nations...
ANDREW SELSKY Associated Press

EXPLAINER: How do other democratic nations select leaders?

Not all democratic nations vote on individuals -- instead, some vote for parties, who will then seat national assemblies and heads of state.
6 years ago
The data breach of a background check company has potentially put up to 3 Billion people's personal...
Brian Fung, CNN

US agencies investigating hacking of government networks

The US Commerce Dept. has asked the FBI and CISA to investigate, claiming it has been the victim of a data breach.
6 years ago
Stop the Steal rally...
ASHRAF KHALIL Associated Press

Trump supporters in Washington ahead of Electoral College vote

"Stop the Steal" rallies were held in D.C. Saturday, two days before the Electoral College formally elect Joe Biden as the 46th president.
6 years ago
Airport Inn temporary homeless SLC...
Simone Seikaly

A zoning change means another option for the homeless in SLC

Another option is coming for those experiencing homelessness in SLC. This after a zoning change at the Airport Inn, 2333 W. North Temple.
6 years ago
protesting private homes...
Cami Mondeaux

Lehi, Spanish Fork issue ordinances against protesting private homes

Both Lehi and Spanish Fork have banned targeted protesting in front of private homes, following several protests outside state officials' homes.
6 years ago
cookies shortage...
Colby Walker

There could be a shortage of cookies this year. Thanks 2020.

2020 has caused another shortage this year: Cookies.  So while Santa may be immune from the coronavirus, his annual plate paired with a tall glass of milk may look a little bare this year.
6 years ago
salt lake city police south temple gas scare...
Kelli Pierce

Crime is rising in Salt Lake City. Some suggest Feds can help

Violent crime has gone up over 21% in Salt Lake City in 2020, with many incidents connected to the increasing homeless population.  
6 years ago
Senator Romney and other Local politicians congratulate Joe Biden...
The Associated Press

Biden, Harris named Time magazine’s ‘Person of the Year’

Time magazine has named President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris its “Person of the Year.”
6 years ago