Utah and National Updates

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This combination of file photos shows from left, Rep. James Clyburn, D-S.C. on Feb. 29, 2020, in Co...
ANDREW TAYLOR Associated Press

Optimism growing for COVID relief bill as pressure builds

Optimism about delivering long-sought COVID-19 relief is building on Capitol Hill after additional rank-and-file lawmakers voiced support for a bipartisan, middle-of-the-road plan.
6 years ago
The Provo City Council got an earful from several unhoused people during the public comment period ...
Mark Jackson

People are moving to Utah, making it one of the fastest growing states in the US

People are flocking to Utah, making it one of the fastest-growing states in the nation.
6 years ago
the utah food bank need...
Curt Gresseth

Since pandemic started, Utah Food Bank sees hunger need triple

 The Utah Food Bank, which is the largest nonprofit in the state, is giving away 6 million pounds of food a month -- which is triple the demand since April.
6 years ago
tax notices problem...
Mark Jackson

I.O.Utah: Taxpayers get explanation after receiving erroneous tax notices

State tax officials will correct the problem and return money to taxpayers who paid penalties in error because of the mistaken notices.
6 years ago
Bridal Veil Falls...
Kelli Pierce and Paul Nelson

Provo City Council opposes private development plan at Bridal Veil Falls

The Provo City Council isn't quite on board with plans a private developer has for the popular attraction, Bridal Veil Falls.
6 years ago
COVID-19 relief plan...
ANDREW TAYLOR Associated Press

Senate GOP leader says he’s revising his COVID-19 relief plan

Senate leader Mitch McConnell said he's revising his scaled-back COVID-19 relief bill with the goal of passing a significant downpayment during the lame-duck session and then revisiting the topic next year.
6 years ago
widespread election fraud barr resign...
MICHAEL BALSAMO Associated Press

Disputing President Trump, Barr says no widespread election fraud

Attorney General William Barr said the Justice Department has not uncovered any evidence of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 general election.
6 years ago
Threats to Sen. Mitt Romney...
Mark Jackson

Romney, Problem Solvers urge passage of $908 billion coronavirus bill

A Utah Senator is one of the lawmakers in a group called the Problem Solvers, pushing to get another round of COVID-19 funding to Americans.
6 years ago
Biden sprains foot dog...
ALEXANDRA JAFFE Associated Press

Doctor says Biden sprained a foot while playing with his dog

The Pres-elects doctors say Mr. Bidens x-rays were reassuring, but that he will also receive a CT scan after he injured a foot on Saturday.
6 years ago
The Salt Lake Airport is bracing for a potentially record-breaking day on the heels of NBA All-Star...
Simone Seikaly

SLC Int’l Airport officials expect spike in travelers today

Officials say they expect an increase of 3,000 to 4,000 people to pass through the SLC International Airport today.
6 years ago
UK appoints vaccines minister to oversee COVID inoculations...
JILL LAWLESS Associated Press

UK appoints vaccines minister to oversee COVID inoculations

The British government appointed a vaccines minister on Saturday as it prepares to inoculate millions of people against the coronavirus, potentially starting within days.
6 years ago
Utah swan hunt 2020...
Simone Seikaly

Utah swan hunt closes early for 2nd year in a row

For the second year in a row, the Utah swan hunt has ended early because the federal limit of 20 swans was reached early.
6 years ago
CARES Act funding must be spent allocated...
Kelli Pierce

Report: Utah must spend $300 million+ in CARES Act money by end of 2020

There's not much time for Utah to spend $307 million in CARES Act money before the cash is returned to the federal government.
6 years ago
2020 Pennsylvania challenge...
MARYCLAIRE DALE Associated Press

Appeals court rejects Pres. Trump challenge of Pennsylvania race

A federal appeals court in Philadelphia rejected Pres. Trump's effort to challenge the election results in that state.
6 years ago
Stewart, Owens resign...
John Wojcik

Utah congressional delegation raising funds for Georgia Senate race

Utah’s congressional delegation, led by Rep. Chris Stewart, is organizing a fundraising campaign for the Georgia Senate runoff election.
6 years ago
religious freedom COVID-1...
JESSICA GRESKO Associated Press

High court blocks COVID-19 limits on houses of worship

The US Supreme Court has barred New York from enforcing certain limits on attendance at churches and synagogues in areas hard hit by COVID-19.
6 years ago
animals dangling Utah...
Kelli Pierce

Animals dangling out of helicopters? It’s all for their health and safety

SALT LAKE CITY – Starting November 28th, Utahns may notice animals dangling in nets outside of helicopters. The animals may include bison, deer and bighorn sheep.  However, the Division of Wildlife Resources says not to worry. It actually helps the animals.  Spokeswoman Faith Heaton Jolley said the helicopter rides are part of the division’s annual […]
6 years ago
FILE Capt. Joshua Geidel, a 74th Fighter Squadron A-10 pilot and 23rd Operations Support Squadron c...
John Wojcik

Hill Air Force Base awarded big contract to maintain A-10 Warthogs

Hill Air Force Base has been picked as the place to maintain the country's A-10 aircraft fleet.
6 years ago
FILE - In this March 27, 2020, file photo, a man walks past the Cafe Du Monde restaurant, which was...
PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer

US jobless claims rise to 778,000 as pandemic worsens

The number of a Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week to 778,000, evidence that the U.S. economy and job market remain under strain as coronavirus cases surge and colder weather heighten the risks.
6 years ago
Unified Police car pictured with sirens on, a man was just hit in a midvale crash...
Kelli Pierce

Changing how police complaints are handled in Utah

Defense attorney Steve Burton is supporting a bill being that would change how complaints against police officers are handled. 
6 years ago
glass recycling SLC Liberty Park...
Simone Seikaly

Glass recycling in Salt Lake park now a little more colorful

A new glass recycling bin at Liberty Park, in Salt Lake City, is a can't miss addition to the city's recycling efforts.
6 years ago
election racist...
Kaitlan Collins and Zachary Cohen, CNN

White House has signed off on Joe Biden getting the President’s Daily Brief

The White House has given formal approval for President-elect Joe Biden to receive the President's Daily Brief.
6 years ago
The sign is displayed at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Monday, Nov. 23, 2020.  Stocks ar...
ALEX VEIGA and DAMIAN J. TROISE AP Business Writers

Dow crests 30,000 points on vaccine hopes, Biden transition

Investor confidence in coronavirus vaccines and transition of power to Joe Biden grew the Dow Jones Industrial Average to 30,000 points.
6 years ago
New daily COVID-19 cases drop, but UDOH says the numbers are wrong vaccine distribution software...
Kelli Pierce

Utah company develops COVID-19 vaccine distribution software

Salt Lake City-based Simplus has developed a new distribution software program to help state governments and health departments administer the COVID-19 vaccine. 
6 years ago