Rep. Jefferson Moss Steps Down to Assume Economic Development Role
The House Minority Leader will now lead the Governor’s Office for Economic Opportunity
RECENT STORIES
Salt Lake Police Help Bring Justice In 50-Year-Old Cold Case
Nearly 50 years ago Dawn Momohara was found strangled to death on the second floor of the McKinley High School English building in Honolulu, Hawaii. Now investigators believe they have found the culprit in a Utah nursing home. Momohara was a 16-year-old sophomore when...
CVS MinuteClinics Close This Week Throughout Utah
The last of the CVS walk-in “MinuteClinics” will close in Utah this week according to a company spokesperson. The MinuteClinic locations are in Ogden, Highland, and West Jordan. More than 30 pharmacy locations will remain open throughout the state. The closures which...
Politicians Praise Romney Upon Retirement
Mitt Romney may have served only one term in the Senate, but his career as a public servant has lasted much longer. During his farewell address, Romney celebrated his staff as the true heroes of his tenure and warned against politicians who “tear at unity” and against...
Newly Reelected SLC School Board Member Accused of Trying To Bribe Political Opponent
Salt Lake City School Board member Mohamed Baayd was indicted this week on felony bribery charges. Prosecutors allege Baayd tried to bribe his political opponent Russell Askren to withdraw from the race. The first term Democrat from District 5 allegedly met with...
LOCAL STORIES
Utah Legislation Aims to Increase Penalties for Retail Theft by Groups
In a bold move to combat the rising tide of organized retail theft, Utah lawmakers are exploring a new bill designed to enhance penalties for thefts, particularly those perpetrated by illegal out-of-state enterprises that target local stores and resell stolen goods on...
Young Athlete Overcomes Clubfoot to Shine in Sports
In Draper, Utah, an 8-year-old boy is proving that determination can overcome the toughest obstacles. Despite being born with clubfoot, a condition that can severely restrict mobility, Gabe Lester is not only walking but also thriving as a burgeoning baseball player....
Essential Tips for Hiking Utah’s Fiery Furnace Trail
A local hiking tail, Fiery Furnace, lures in visitors and locals alike to navigate its maze-like path. Exploring the mesmerizing labyrinth of sandstone fins and winding slot canyons in Arches National Park's Fiery Furnace offers adventurers a unique and unforgettable...
STATE STORIES
Judge Says Utah TikTok Lawsuit Can Proceed
A lawsuit against the social media service TikTok may continue, ruled 3rd District Court Judge Richard Daynes on Tuesday. State regulators from the Utah Division of Consumer Protection alleged in the complaint that the TikTok app crafted an algorithm that unfairly...
Army Continues Controlled Detonations in Utah’s West Desert
On September 19, loud booms echoed along the Wasatch Front, catching the attention of local residents. In response, the Tooele Army Depot announced plans for controlled detonations of expired munitions, scheduled to take place about 10 miles south of Stockton in...
Phil Lyman Ignites Write-In Campaign Bringing Together Both Parties in Utah Governor’s Race
Phil Lyman, the state representative from Blanding, has announced his intention to launch a write-in campaign for the upcoming Utah gubernatorial race. This bold move by Lyman stands as a significant statement against the current political landscape in Utah, and has...
NATIONAL STORIES
Harris Outpaces Trump In Local Fundraising, Despite Polling
Democrats have outpaced Republicans nationwide in the fundraising battle this election cycle. Even in deep-red Utah, where Trump enjoys a 15-point lead in the polls, Harris has outraised Trump 2-1. For many Utah Democrats who feel as though their state is hopelessly...
Lyman Appeals to US Supreme Court
With less than two weeks left in the election, State Representative Phil Lyman has asked the United States Supreme Court to put him on the ballot. Specifically, Lyman, a Republican who has mounted a write-in campaign, is requesting the Court to remove Governor Cox...
IOC President Thomas Bach Visits Salt Lake City Ahead of 2034 Winter Games
Recently, IOC President Thomas Bach spent two days in Salt Lake City, marking a pivotal moment in preparations for the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in 2034. This visit came just two months after Salt Lake City was awarded the Games by the 142nd IOC Session in...