Kelli Pierce
Utah lawmakers could spend over $16 million to fight Coronavirus
SALT LAKE CITY – Utah lawmakers could spend at least $16 million to fight the Coronavirus. Lt. Governor Spencer Cox, who heads the state’s Coronavirus task force, said during a news conference at the Utah State Capitol that lawmakers have already set aside that money. “The legislature has announced that they are going to be […]6 years ago
Lee Lonsberry
Opinion: Congress needs to hang tough during global coronavirus outbreak
Members of Congress need to stay put during the coronavirus outbreak, writes Lee Lonsberry, host of "Live Mic" on KSL NewsRadio.6 years ago
WILL WEISSERT and LAURIE KELLMAN Associated Press
Biden adds Michigan to win total, delivering blow to Sanders
WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden won Michigan’s Democratic primary on Tuesday, seizing a key battleground state that helped propel Bernie Sanders’ insurgent candidacy four years ago. The former vice president’s victory in Michigan, as well as Missouri and Mississippi, dealt a serious blow to Sanders, who is urgently seeking to jump-start his flagging campaign. Sanders […]6 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Utah lawmakers approve bill capping insulin prices, send it to Governor
Utah lawmakers have approved a bill that will make insulin more affordable and accessible for Utah diabetics.6 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Dave & Dujanovic: Spring forward or fall back? Pick one and stick with it
Is it time to ditch the switch and end the spring forward / fall back cycle for good? Are you team Morning Light or team Evening Light?6 years ago
Mary Richards
Salt Lake Int’l Airport at low-risk for COVID-19 coronavirus
The Salt Lake International Airport is not currently considered an at-risk airport for COVID-19 coronavirus.6 years ago
Eric Bradner and Gregory Krieg, CNN
What to watch as Biden and Sanders face off in six states on Tuesday
The one-on-one showdown between former Vice President Joe Biden and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders begins Tuesday with a test of the candidates' ability to win in the crucial general election battleground state of Michigan.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Utah one step closer to getting rid of cash bail for some crimes
SALT LAKE CITY – Utah is one step closer to getting rid of cash bail for people arrested for some low level crimes. While the idea has many supporters, it also has its critics. In a bill gaining ground in the Utah legislature, counties would set up “pretrial services programs” to figure out what to […]6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Income tax cuts are uncertain as Coronavirus affects state budget
SALT LAKE CITY – Utah lawmakers had planned to give people an $80 million income tax cut. But now those cuts may not happen as Coronavirus starts impacting state budgets. Senate President Stuart Adams (R-Layton) said the Coronavirus has hurt the stock market and oil prices, and he urged lawmakers to be “prudent” with the […]6 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Live Mic: Should Utah pass a constitutional carry law?
Utah law now allows a person older than 21 to openly carry a firearm without any permit. A constitutional carry law would mean they could do so concealed.6 years ago
DAVID McHUGH AP Business Writer
AP Explains: The oil market meltdown and its global impact
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — A clash of two oil titans – Saudi Arabia and Russia – is sending shock waves through energy markets, with wide-ranging implications for consumers and oil companies, including those in the No. 1 producing country, the United States. The spat between these vital oil suppliers comes at a critical moment; the […]6 years ago
Simone Seikaly
U of U restricts university-related business travel through April 30
The University of Utah has restricted all university-related business travel, for employees, through April 30, 2020.6 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Mild COVID-19 infection reported in person at BYU/Gonzaga b-ball game
The Utah County Health Department has notified Brigham Young University (BYU) that someone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19, or coronavirus, was at the Marriott Center on February 22, 2020, when the BYU men's basketball team hosted Gonzaga.6 years ago
John Wojcik
How plunging stocks impact your 401(k)
Plunging stocks caused Wall Street to fall by seven percent on Monday, triggering a trading halt for fifteen minutes.6 years ago
Mary Richards
Most of largest state budget in history going toward education
Utah lawmakers put together the largest state budget in history: A $20 billion budget, and it's driven mostly by new growth in the state.6 years ago
Cami Mondeaux
Biden gains 2 more endorsements from former candidates over the weekend
Presidential candidate and former vice president Joe Biden continued to gain more endorsements over the weekend from past presidential hopefuls.6 years ago
Paul LeBlanc, CNN
2 GOP Senators will self-quarantine after interacting with individual with coronavirus
Two Republican members of Congress on Sunday announced they will self-quarantine after interacting with an individual who tested positive for the novel coronavirus at the recent Conservative Political Action Conference.6 years ago
DANICA KIRKA Associated Press
Royal farewell: Harry, Meghan on final duty before new life
Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, are fulfilling their last royal commitment this week when they appear at the annual Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey.6 years ago
AMY GUTHRIE Associated Press
Protests on International Women’s Day call for justice
Women around the world marked International Women's Day with massive protests against gender violence, inequality and exploitation.6 years ago
Greg Clary, CNN
CPAC attendee tested positive for coronavirus
one of the attendees at last week's Conservative Political Action Conference in National Harbor, Maryland, has tested positive for coronavirus7 years ago
Caroline Kelly and Maegan Vazquez, CNN
Trump replaces Mick Mulvaney with Mark Meadows as chief of staff
President Donald Trump is replacing White House chief of staff, Mick Mulvaney, with Republican Rep. Mark Meadows of North Carolina.7 years ago
Saige Miller
Utah’s first coronavirus case confirmed as gov. declares state of emergency
Gov. Gary Herbert declared a state of emergency to prepare for COVID-19, hours before Utah health officials confirmed the state's first case of coronavirus.7 years ago
Cami Mondeaux
Utah officials accuse president of spreading coronavirus ‘misinformation’
A state coronavirus-response team in Utah is calling comments from President Donald Trump ‘misinformation’ and warning people to stay home if they get sick.7 years ago
