Paul Nelson
Budget impasse solved by deal, but, not a long-term solution
After several bumps in the political road, Utah’s House and Senate agree on a budget deal, but there may be even more budget issues in the next few years.8 years ago
Mark Oliver
Utah lawmakers urge Congress to end Daylight Saving Time
Daylight Saving Time could become a thing of the past if Utah U.S. Rep. Rob Bishop's Daylight Act passes through Congress.8 years ago
Becky Bruce
Utah students protest after fall of conversion therapy bill
Protesters have called on Utah state leaders to denounce homophobia and transphobia after the collapse of a measure banning LGBTQ conversion therapy.8 years ago
Mary Richards and Becky Bruce
Legislature may bring back food tax in a special session
Republican leaders said they were still committed to tax reform, but this is the first time anyone has publicly said the food tax was on the table.8 years ago
Kelli Pierce
House passes bill raising taxes on vaping 86 percent
The 86 percent tax on vaping and e-cigarettes would be similar to what the state currently puts on other non-traditional tobacco products.8 years ago
MARY CLARE JALONICK and LISA MASCARO Associated Press
Pelosi waves off impeachment, says it would divide country
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is setting a high bar for impeachment of President Donald Trump, saying he is "just not worth it" even as some on her left flank clamor to start proceedings.8 years ago
ZEKE MILLER and CATHERINE LUCEY Associated Press
Trump’s budget proposal offers preview of upcoming campaign
Frustrated by a divided Congress and rifts within his own party, President Donald Trump is giving little indication in his latest budget proposal of any new policy ambitions for the coming two, or six, years.8 years ago
Mark Oliver
Herriman Council member: why West Salt Lake County is talking about secession
A bill that would have allowed West Salt Lake County communities to secede without the east side's support has been shot down. What's next?8 years ago
Associated Press
Lauren’s Law, gun bill inspired by slain student, rejected again
"Lauren's Law," named for slain student Lauren McCluskey, would have made it a felony for a gun owner if the weapon was borrowed out and used in a crime.8 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Homeless shelters for the sick could get state aid under new bill
Small homeless shelters that care for the dying and severely ill could soon apply for state grants under a new bill making its way through the Utah House.8 years ago
Associated Press
Salt Lake City shelter closure spurs homelessness concerns
Ogden officials are bracing for an influx of homeless people later this year when The Road Home shelter in Salt Lake City is scheduled to close.8 years ago
Associated Press
Utah flag could get redesign under legislative proposal
Utah lawmakers are considering forming a commission to come up with new designs for a state flag that hasn’t been changed in more than 120 years.8 years ago
Heather Kelly
Provo City may raise the legal smoking age if HB 324 doesn’t pass
If a state bill raising the smoking age does not pass, Provo council members have approved a measure raising the legal age in their city limits.8 years ago
Colby Walker
House broadly condemns hate after anti-Semitism dispute
Divided in debate but mostly united in a final vote, the House passed a resolution condemning anti-Semitism and other bigotry Thursday, with Democrats trying to push past a dispute that has overwhelmed their agenda and exposed fault lines that could shadow them through next year's elections.8 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Open carry ban within 500 feet of schools defeated in committee
A Utah House committee has voted 6-2 to defeat a bill that would have banned the open carry of a gun within 500 feet of a school.8 years ago
Heather Kelly
Stronger beer fight may not be over
Sen. Stevenson says this is a commerce bill and it was sent to this particular committee for the sole purpose of not allowing it to pass.8 years ago
Mark Jackson
Inaugural ‘Missing In Utah’ event planned for Saturday, March 9th
Modeled after a similar event in a neighboring state called Missing in Arizona, the Salt Lake City Police Department will be holding a 'Missing in Utah'8 years ago
Mark Oliver
#PayOurPolice: Bill to restore police pensions passes committee
A bill meant to restore our police officers and firefighters' retirement benefits passed through a House Committee with unanimous support.8 years ago
Colby Walker
Daylight Saving Time could become permanent
Sen. Marco Rubio's (R-FL) Sunshine Protection Act is aimed at making Daylight Saving Time permanent, eliminating the need to spring forward or fall back.8 years ago
Colby Walker
Omar’s Israel remarks expose Democrats’ simmering divisions
Provocative comments from Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota have thrust the Democrats into an uncomfortable debate over Israel policy a few weeks before a high-profile conference at which senior Democrats typically make a show of support for the Jewish state.8 years ago
Mark Jackson
Volunteers for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints detained in Russia
Two volunteers serving in Russia for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were detained Friday night in the Russian city of Novorossiysk8 years ago
Adam Mason
Bill passes to rename Ogden VA after Major Brent Taylor
The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill 417-0 to rename the Veterans Affairs in North Ogden after the late Major Brent Taylor who died while serving in Afghanistan.8 years ago
Colby Walker
Vaccinated son of anti-vax mother goes to Washington
The Ohio teen whose story went viral after getting vaccinated against his mother's wishes is set to testify before Congress today.8 years ago
