Utah and National Updates

Elections, Politics, & Government

Supreme Court upholds Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for minors...
Associated Press

Supreme Court OKs Tennessee ban on gender-related care for kids, a setback for transgender rights

The decision to uphold the Tennessee ban prohibits puberty blockers and hormone treatments for transgender minors, but allows the medications to be used for other purposes.
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Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com

Mike Lee criticized after posting apparent jokes about the killing of a Minnesota lawmaker

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Sen. Mike Lee is facing criticism after posting what appear to be jokes about the man who police believe shot and killed a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband on Saturday. In a widely shared post from his personal X account on Sunday, Lee, a Republican, shared two pictures of the […]
1 year ago
Spaniards turn water pistols on visitors in Barcelona to protest mass tourism...
Joseph Wilson, Associated Press

Spaniards turn water pistols on visitors in Barcelona and Mallorca to protest mass tourism

The marches were part of the first coordinated effort by activists concerned with the ills of overtourism across southern Europe’s top destinations.
1 year ago
police at no kings protest...
Jacob Freeman, Sam Herrera and Daniella Rivera, KSL TV

‘Innocent bystander’ shot, killed at ‘No Kings’ protest in downtown Salt Lake, suspect arrested

One person was killed after a shooting at Saturday's "No Kings" protest.
1 year ago
President Donald Trump arrives for a military parade commemorating the Army's 250th anniversary, co...
Lolita C. Baldor and Michelle R. Price, Associated Press

Military parade kicks off in nation’s capital with tanks, troops and 21-gun salute

The grand military parade that President Donald Trump had been wanting for eight years kicked off Saturday with tanks, troops and a 21-gun salute, playing out against the counterpoint of protesters around the country who decried the U.S. leader as a dictator and would-be king.
1 year ago
Protesters hold signs and listen to speakers during a “No Kings” protest outside of the J. Will...
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com

Thousands of Utahns gather across state to protest Trump administration

Thousands of Utahns gathered Saturday at the University of Utah campus to protest against the Trump administration.
1 year ago
President Donald Trump speaks during an event to sign a bill blocking California's rule banning the...
Associated Press

The Army is set to celebrate 250 years with a parade that coincides with Trump’s birthday

The massive military parade that President Donald Trump has long wanted is set to step off from the Lincoln Memorial on Saturday evening, with tanks, bands and thousands of troops.
1 year ago
Former FBI Director James Comey gestures speaks at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, ...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com |

Sen. Mike Lee wants to investigate former FBI director over social media post

Utah Sen. Mike Lee introduced a resolution calling for an investigation into a former FBI director and Trump critic for a social media post Lee said called for the assassination of the president.
1 year ago
Packs of soda. State lawmakers passed a bill earlier this year to ban soda purchases with SNAP fund...
Adam Small

Utah gets approval to ban soda purchases with SNAP funds

State lawmakers passed a bill earlier this year to ban soda purchases with SNAP funds, but the bill hinged on the federal government signing off on the waiver since SNAP is a federal program.
1 year ago
FILE: A sign is posted in front of the 23andMe headquarters on February 01, 2024 in Sunnyvale, Cali...
Mary Culbertson

Utah, 26 other states file suit against 23andMe over sale of genetic data without consumer consent

The possible sale of genetic data was introduced after 23andMe filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and began exploring the sale of its data.
1 year ago
FILE: Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT) speaks during a mark up hearing with the House Budget Committee on Ca...
Becky Bruce

Inside Sources: Utah congressman says DOGE can still be effective

Rep. Blake Moore, R-UT, is co-leader of the House DOGE caucus and said they'll keep looking for cost-cutting measures.
1 year ago
Rep. Doug Fiefia...
Amie Schaeffer

Inside Sources: Utah lawmakers challenge AI moratorium in Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

Many lawmakers are concerned about a 10-year moratorium on state-level artificial intelligence regulation included in the “Big Beautiful Bill."
1 year ago
Jasmine North, Federal Public Defender Mitigation Investigator, speaks with Ralph Leroy Menzies, du...
Mary Culbertson, KSL TV

State seeks warrant for execution by firing squad after Ralph Menzies ruled competent

Utah officials filed a motion on Monday requesting that execution proceedings for Ralph Menzies resume.
1 year ago
Congressman and DOGE co-chair Blake Moore prepares to speak to the press inside his GOP Luncheon at...
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News

Rep. Moore: ‘Most everybody knew Elon was exaggerating … right?’

Amid tensions between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, Utah Rep. Blake Moore believes the mission of DOGE can still move forward.
1 year ago
Climate activist Greta Thunberg, center, waits to board the Madleen boat, before setting sail for G...
Yesica Fisch, Associated Press

Israeli forces halt Gaza-bound aid boat and detain Greta Thunberg and other activists

The Freedom Flotilla Coalition said the activists had been “kidnapped by Israeli forces.” Israel’s Foreign Ministry called the voyage a public relations stunt.
1 year ago
Protesters confront a line of U.S. National Guard...
Eric Thayer, Morgan Lee and Michelle L. Price, Associated Press

Trump deploys California National Guard to LA to quell protests despite the governor’s objections

The National Guard troops were deployed after a second day of clashes between protesters and federal immigration authorities.
1 year ago
Utah Rep. Phil Lyman speaks during Utah’s gubernatorial GOP primary debate held at the Eccles Bro...
CARLYSLE PRICE

Lyman files new lawsuit against Lt. Gov. over voter registration information

Former Utah Rep. Phil Lyman has filed a lawsuit against Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson in his latest effort to obtain state voter information following a lost candidacy.
1 year ago
Guatemalan migrant Eduardo Aldana, 20, and daughter Fernanda Archila, 4, walk to the mobile coffee ...
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com

Deportation talk prompting some to prepare for possible return to Mexico

President Donald Trump's focus on deportation has prompted plenty of handwringing in the community and among their advocates.
1 year ago
Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been charged with in the United States with transporting illegal immigrant...
Associated Press

US charges Kilmar Abrego Garcia with transporting illegal immigrants into the country

Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been charged with in the United States with transporting illegal immigrants into the country, nearly three months after the Trump administration mistakenly deported him to his native El Salvador.
1 year ago
U.S. President Donald Trump, joined by Tesla CEO Elon Musk, speaks to reporters in the Oval Office ...
MICHELLE L. PRICE, Associated Press

Trump threatens to cut Musk’s government contracts as public feud escalates

Trump suggests he could use the U.S. government to hurt Musk financially.
1 year ago
Sign for the Job Corps in Clearfield pictured on Wednesday, May 28, 2025....
Daniel Woodruff, KSL TV

Utah social service providers scramble to help youth impacted by Job Corps closure

Social service providers say they're working to help students being displaced as the result of Job Corps, an education and job training center in Davis County, shutting down.
1 year ago
President Donald Trump is resurrecting the travel ban policy from his first term, signing a proclam...
CHRIS MEGERIAN and FARNOUSH AMIRI Associated Press

Trump announces travel ban affecting a dozen countries set to go into effect Monday

The travel ban issued Wednesday is a repeat of an order of his first administration that led to widespread confusion at airports.
1 year ago
Utah State Capitol. referendum to be submitted to voters...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com

Cox picks former Sean Reyes staffer to lead new public records office

Gov. Spencer Cox appoints former former Reyes staffer to lead new Government Records Office, replacing the former seven-member panel handling public records disputes.
1 year ago
Participants hold a giant rainbow flag at the state Capitol on June 3, 2022. Utah Rep. Trevor Lee, ...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com and Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV |

GOP lawmaker threatens ‘significant legislation’ after Mammoth, Jazz celebrate Pride month

Rep. Trevor Lee, R-Layton, has taken issue with Utah Jazz/Utah Mammoth pro-Pride social media messages saying that "Utahns overwhelmingly don't support pride month."
1 year ago