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Utah lawmaker opens impeachment probe of attorney general

Utah lawmaker opens impeachment probe of attorney general

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A Democratic lawmaker in Utah says he is launching an impeachment probe against Attorney General Sean Reyes following his support of President Donald Trump’s attempts to overturn the election. State Rep. Andrew Stoddard said Tuesday he is pursuing the impeachment of Reyes because of his […]

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Salt Lake City School District students to return to classes

Salt Lake City School District students to return to classes

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A school district in northern Utah has reopened to elementary students after increased pressure from state lawmakers and parents during the coronavirus pandemic. The Salt Lake City School District board first voted to reopen middle schools and high schools after all teachers and staff were […]

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Lawmakers test positive for virus, activists target meeting

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Two Utah lawmakers tested positive Monday for COVID-19, the same day a few anti-mask activists briefly shut down a legislative hearing. The Deseret News reports another lawmaker who has been absent from the session since it began last week has been hospitalized with the disease […]

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Supreme Court rebuffs Utah in roads, wilderness case

Supreme Court rebuffs Utah in roads, wilderness case

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The U.S. Supreme Court has dealt a blow to the state of Utah in a lawsuit involving environmental groups. The Deseret News reports the high court decided Monday to let stand an order allowing  two conservation organizations to intervene in the contentious, long-running case. The […]

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Utah zoo’s new male polar bear to replace departing female

Utah zoo’s new male polar bear to replace departing female

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A Utah zoo will conduct a polar bear exchange when a new male arrives to replace a departing female bear. KUTV-TV reports Hogle Zoo in Salt Lake City is anticipating the arrival of a 15-year-old male, which is twice the size of the 5-year-old female […]

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State Officials Urge President to Reconsider Suspension of Energy Leases on Federal Lands

State Officials Urge President to Reconsider Suspension of Energy Leases on Federal Lands

The Utah congressional delegation comprised of U.S. Senators Mitt Romney and Mike Lee, Representatives Chris Stewart, John Curtis, Burgess Owens, and Blake Moore, as well as state officials including Governor Spencer Cox, Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson, Attorney General Sean Reyes, Senate President Stuart Adams, and Speaker of the House Brad […]

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Winter Weather Advisory

Winter Weather Advisory

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 24 at 11:​01​PM MST until January 26 at 2:​00​PM MST by NWS Saltlake …WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM MONDAY TO 2 PM MST TUESDAY… * WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches, with locally higher totals for southeast […]

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Utah Capitol to reopen after closure due to protest concerns

Utah Capitol to reopen after closure due to protest concerns

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah’s Capitol building is set to reopen to the public Monday after last week’s closure due to concerns about potential protests. Republican Senate President Stuart Adams says public input is essential in maintaining the legislative process. The Capitol was closed from Jan. 19-22 due to […]

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Utah governor gives his 1st State of the State address

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah Gov. Spencer Cox outlined his priorities during his first State of the State address, including expanding funding for public education and infrastructure. The Republican governor delivered his virtual address in the House chamber of the state’s Capitol Thursday. The new governor says he significantly […]

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Pain, gratitude mix for American Samoans stuck in U.S.

Pain, gratitude mix for American Samoans stuck in U.S.

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Lorimay Fuimaono-Ki will not always have complicated feelings about Jan. 7. But in 2021, it was a day of intense gratitude and searing pain. The young mother cannot stop the tears as she tries to explain what life has been like since her home, the […]

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