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The battle over Utah's judicial selection system
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted May 31 - 10:01 a.m.
By the end of his second term in office, Gov. Spencer Cox will have transformed the Utah Supreme Court, potentially more than any of his predecessors in the executive branch.
Cox signs new order for data center development after public outcry
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted May 29 - 4:28 p.m.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has signed a new executive order guiding the development of data centers in the state.
Utah auditor launches new website after data center pushback
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted May 28 - 10:33 p.m.
A new state website aims to shed light on the Utah entity supporting a controversial proposed data center in Box Elder County.
New audit finds 'small handful' of noncitizens on Utah voter rolls
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted May 27 - 2:35 p.m.
An audit of the more than 2 million registered voters in Utah found just a few dozen who are not American citizens, the lieutenant governor's office announced Wednesday.
Facing 4 vacancies, Utah governor interviews Supreme Court candidates
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted May 26 - 9:30 a.m.
Gov. Spencer Cox will continue interviewing candidates this week for the state Supreme Court as he looks to fill four seats, two of which are brand new.
Chief justice announces retirement, leaving Cox chance to overhaul Utah Supreme Court
Emily Ashcraft and Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted May 22 - 3:44 p.m.
Chief Justice Matthew Durrant announced Friday he is retiring from the Utah Supreme Court after 26 years, leaving Utah's governor four vacancies to fill on the high court.
Cox unveils 'Utah Elevated' plan to guide state's economic growth over the next decade
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted May 22 - 9:27 a.m.
Gov. Spencer Cox said Utah is in a competition with other states and nations for investment and talent, and introduced a new plan to help the state better reach its economic goals.
Cox issues emergency declaration as Utah's drought intensifies
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted May 21 - 2:35 p.m.
Gov. Spencer Cox has issued an emergency declaration over Utah's worsening drought situation.
It's time to think about fire danger now, Cox says ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted May 20 - 5:03 p.m.
Utah leaders and firefighters say the state's fire season is already here, as a result of a record-low snowpack.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox supports affordable housing build
Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted May 18 - 10:30 p.m.
Gov. Spencer Cox spent part of his morning in Tooele on Monday volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, joining dozens of community members helping build homes for future homeowners.
Beyond data centers: Utah governor issues wake-up call on new Cold War contest over AI
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted May 17 - 5:00 p.m.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox warned on Monday that Americans have not yet woken up to the high-stakes era of global technological competition that artificial intelligence has unleashed.
Utah HOA ombudsman launches working group to tackle issues and rising costs
Matt Gephardt and Sloan Schrage, KSL | Posted May 17 - 9:08 a.m.
If you're looking to buy a new home here, it's likely to be in a Utah HOA. Now, the state has launched a new effort to rein in problems between homeowners and HOAs.
Utah leaders encourage residents to join Walk 250 Challenge
Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted May 14 - 6:02 p.m.
Utah leaders are encouraging residents to get outside and explore the state's trails as part of the Walk 250 Challenge tied to America's 250th anniversary celebration.
Hundreds gather at Capitol to rally against Box Elder data center proposal
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted May 14 - 5:01 p.m.
Hundreds gathered at the state Capitol to rally against the Box Elder County data center proposal, the latest initiative by foes opposed to the plans.
Utah Foster Care team applauds new statewide initiative: 'A Home for Every Child'
Debbie Worthen, KSL | Posted May 14 - 3:12 p.m.
Just in time for Foster Care Awareness Month, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox joined federal partners to sign a joint proclamation launching a new initiative called "A Home for Every Child."
Utah leaders celebrate homelessness decline, but agree there's still work to do
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted May 12 - 5:28 p.m.
The number of people experiencing homelessness dipped slightly over the past year, according to the state's latest point-in-time count.
'Normies want normal politics': Cox reacts as 6 in 10 Utahns say parties don't represent them
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted May 9 - 3:02 p.m.
A majority of Utah voters do not feel like the Republican and Democratic parties represent their views, according to a new Deseret News-Hinckley Institute of Politics poll.
Cox stresses efforts to protect Great Salt Lake amid intense data center debate
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted May 8 - 9:02 p.m.
Gov. Spencer Cox reinserted himself into the intense debate over a Box Elder County data center project, stressing efforts meant to protect the Great Salt Lake.
These new laws took effect in Utah on Wednesday
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted May 6 - 4:48 p.m.
A majority of the 541 laws approved by the Utah Legislature this year took effect Wednesday.
Utah gov and RFK Jr. meet to discuss how to 'Make America Healthy Again'
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted May 6 - 12:20 p.m.
President Donald Trump's top healthcare officials met with Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on Monday to congratulate the state for leading on policies to "Make America Healthy Again."
Utah bookstore cancels promotion for governor's book on peacemaking after online backlash
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted May 6 - 8:05 a.m.
A local Utah bookstore canceled an exclusive partnership with Gov. Spencer Cox to promote his upcoming book on political peacemaking after receiving backlash from its customers.
The investment to secure the 'cultural soul' of Salt Lake City before it welcomes the world
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted May 4 - 6:29 a.m.
Utah leaders from across the political spectrum have united this year to create the Pioneer Trail, which aims to keep Salt Lake City rooted in the state's unique pioneer values.
New report casts doubt on cost and potential of proposed Utah homeless campus
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted May 2 - 9:16 p.m.
A new report suggests that a new state homelessness campus might be much more expensive and less beneficial than what Utah estimates.
Cox backs Box Elder County data center proposal, in part, due to national security factors
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted April 30 - 7:33 p.m.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox backs a proposed controversial Box Elder County data center proposal, in part, for national security reasons and believes the planned site is an apt location.
