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What Michael Phelps says about Utah's next Olympics and mental health
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted April 9 - 12:00 p.m.
Swimmer Michael Phelps said what inspired him during a visit to Utah on Wednesday was touring the Huntsman Mental Health Institute Crisis Care Center at the University of Utah.
Voter privacy status could change for some 300K Utahns. Here's what you need to know
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted April 3 - 6:12 p.m.
Some 300,000 Utahns could see changes to their voter registration privacy status next month thanks to a new law changing who can classify their information as "private."
Audit raises 'significant' issues with Utah's oversight of a Medicaid nursing home program
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted April 2 - 9:12 p.m.
A state audit raised "significant" issues with Utah's oversight of a federal nursing home program, which it says led to over half the funds being used for hospital improvements, not care.
Utah County leaders raise awareness for seniors with Meals on Wheels
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted March 27 - 10:32 p.m.
Elected officials deliver nutrition and connection to Utah seniors for annual Meals on Wheels campaign.
Utah governor vetoes 2 bills following legislative session
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, Daniel Woodruff and Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 26 - 6:01 p.m.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has vetoed two bills, one providing internet access on school buses in rural areas and another addressing complaints against medical providers.
What Utah's governor saw behind the scenes at Italy's Olympics
Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News | Posted March 26 - 7:15 a.m.
It's going to take a lot of work for Utah to host the 2034 Winter Games. That's what Gov. Spencer Cox's main takeaway was as he observed the 2026 Winter Olympics last month.
Utah leaders discuss experiences at Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, look ahead to 2034
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted March 25 - 5:01 p.m.
With the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics behind them, Utah leaders are returning from Italy with new ideas and their sights set on 2034, when the Games return to the Beehive State.
Will Utah Gov. Cox sign — or veto — divisive teacher discipline bill?
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted March 25 - 6:15 a.m.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has already signed off on several high-profile K-12 education bills, but SB312 on teacher discipline is still sitting at his desk. What will he do with it?
Grantsville looks to revive once-popular rodeo
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted March 22 - 3:00 p.m.
A community survey shows a majority of Grantsville residents strongly support for a potential rodeo revival.
Utah governor's book 'Off Ramp' to be released near anniversary of Charlie Kirk assassination
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted March 21 - 2:49 p.m.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox's first book, "Off Ramp: How to be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt," will be available on Sep. 8.
6 months after Charlie Kirk assassination, Cox sees hope for depolarization
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted March 19 - 5:05 p.m.
Gov. Spencer Cox said he's been "surprisingly hopeful" about the potential for depolarization in the six months since Charlie Kirk was shot and killed in Orem.
'We need an ICE facility': Cox expresses support for immigrant detention center
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted March 19 - 1:25 p.m.
Gov. Spencer Cox supports plans for an immigrant detention center in Utah and has reached out to federal officials to collaborate on the plans.
Despite the mild winter, Utah's homeless still need shelter, advocates say
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted March 18 - 7:11 p.m.
Utah's unseasonable dry winter weather did not ease the demand at overnight warming centers.
Utah asks federal court to throw out DOJ's lawsuit seeking private voter information
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted March 17 - 9:04 p.m.
Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson has asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice seeking access to private records of Utah voters.
Mother expresses new concerns as state reviews contract for care provider tied to deaths
Andrew Adams, KSL | Posted March 17 - 11:00 a.m.
A mother raised new concerns Monday even as the state of Utah said this month it was taking action against a care program linked to the carbon monoxide deaths of three disabled men.
Heber City farmers speak out against potential US 40 bypass
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted March 8 - 10:01 a.m.
Some farmland owners in Heber City are speaking out against UDOT over a proposed bypass corridor that they say would have significant environmental impacts on an aquifer.
Here's what the Utah Legislature did this session
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, Daniel Woodruff, Tim Vandenack, Carter Williams and Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted March 7 - 12:44 a.m.
The Utah Legislature has adjourned following a 45-day session dealing with taxes, housing, courts, immigration and a host of other issues.
Why Gov. Cox says this was the 'best' legislative session he's seen
Bridger Beal-Cvetko and Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted March 6 - 11:35 p.m.
As the minutes ticked away on the final afternoon of the legislative session, the mood at the Utah Capitol was calmer and less tense than previous years.
Utah lawmakers debate nicotine tax, pay raise for governor on session's second-to-last day
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, Daniel Woodruff, Tim Vandenack and Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 5 - 8:44 p.m.
Lawmakers passed a bill raising the governor's salary, debated raising the tax on nicotine products and observed a moment of silence for three women killed in Wayne County on the second-to-last day of the legislative session.
State revokes license of company following carbon monoxide poisoning deaths of 3 men
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted March 4 - 5:01 p.m.
A state agency Wednesday revoked the license of Safe and Sound Services after three people died of carbon monoxide poisoning under the program's care in February.
Millcreek Mayor Cheri Jackson highlights decade of growth in state-of-the-city address
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Feb. 26 - 12:00 p.m.
Millcreek Mayor Cheri Jackson highlighted Millcreek's decade of progress in a state of the city address this week.
Audit finds $24.3M in unallowable Medicaid payments in Utah
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted Feb. 26 - 10:00 a.m.
The Utah Office of Inspector General said an audit estimates $24 million was spent in Medicaid payments that were not allowed due to overlapping enrollment in multiple states.
Kalshi sues Utah over efforts to stop prop betting in the state
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Feb. 25 - 10:04 p.m.
The prediction market Kalshi is suing Utah over plans to regulate proposition betting it says would run afoul of federal regulations.
Salt Lake County explores partnerships to preserve existing child care centers
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Feb. 25 - 10:30 a.m.
Child care spaces in Salt Lake County are being evaluated for continued use, thanks to a legislative intent approved by the County Council on Tuesday.
