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Who should draw the congressional maps? Here's what voters and Constitution say
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 3:12 p.m. | Save Story
As lawmakers spar with judges over redistricting, here's what voters and the Constitution say about who has the power to draw congressional maps.
Divided Fed lowers rates, signals pause and one 2026 cut as growth rebounds
Howard Schneider, Reuters | Updated Dec. 10 - 12:27 p.m. | Save Story
The U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates on Wednesday in another divided vote.
Judge lets more Epstein grand jury materials be made public
Jan Wolfe, Reuters | Updated Dec. 10 - 12:27 p.m. | Save Story
A judge in Manhattan on Wednesday allowed for the public release of records from a grand jury investigation into Jeffrey Epstein because of a law recently passed by Congress, the latest in a string of similar rulings.
Trade deal with Indonesia at risk of collapse, US official says
Andrea Shalal, Reuters | Posted Dec. 10 - 11:01 a.m. | Save Story
A trade agreement reached with Indonesia in July is at risk of collapsing because Jakarta has backtracked on several commitments it made as part of the deal, a U.S. official said on Tuesday.
Utah, Pennsylvania governors speak out against political violence at bipartisan event
Daniel Woodruff, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 11:00 a.m. | Save Story
Utah's governor took his message of "disagreeing better" to Washington with Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, moderated by "Today" co-anchor Savannah Guthrie.
Judge says Trump must end National Guard deployment in Los Angeles
Reuters | Posted Dec. 10 - 9:28 a.m. | Save Story
A federal judge in California on Wednesday ordered an end to Donald Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles and directed that they be returned to the control of the state's Democratic governor.
Zelenskyy says he is open to elections if US, allies ensures security
Yuliia Dysa and Dan Peleschuk, Reuters | Posted Dec. 10 - 9:20 a.m. | Save Story
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday he was prepared to hold elections within three months if the U.S. and Kyiv's other allies could ensure the security of the vote.
Trump defends economic record at Pennsylvania rally amid frustration over rising prices
Nandita Bose and Jarrett Renshaw, Reuters | Updated Dec. 10 - 9:06 a.m. | Save Story
President Donald Trump tried to reassure Americans that the economy was healthy at a campaign-style rally on Tuesday as Republicans brace for a tough fight to hold control of Congress in next year's midterm elections.
Trump approval rating rises as Republicans back cost-of-living efforts
Jason Lange, Reuters | Updated Dec. 10 - 7:44 a.m. | Save Story
President Donald Trump's approval rating edged up to 41% in the past week as Republicans warmed to his handling of the cost of living.
Salt Lake County Council approves property tax increase of almost 14%
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 10:54 p.m. | Save Story
The Salt Lake County Council approves tax increase of about 14% following more than three hours of public comment.
Utah Legislature passes resolution condemning judges, repeals anti-bargaining law
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 10:40 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Legislature strongly rebuked the state judiciary Tuesday, condemning the courts over a recent ruling on redistricting.
Senate to vote Thursday on Republican health care plan
Richard Cowan and Katherine Jackson, Reuters | Posted Dec. 9 - 7:36 p.m. | Save Story
The Senate will vote on Thursday on a Republican-proposed health care plan, Senate Majority Leader John Thune said on Tuesday, as Democrats continued to push for an extension of expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies.
Audit finds overcrowding at Salt Lake County Jail increases recidivism
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Dec. 9 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Persistent issues with overcrowding at the Salt Lake County Jail have led to increased recidivism rates and, in some cases, more severe offenses, according to a new audit.
'Ineffective leadership' within Salt Lake police led to low morale and issues, audit finds
Carter Williams, KSL | Updated Dec. 9 - 5:11 p.m. | Save Story
A scathing new audit outlines multiple problems with old Salt Lake City police leadership that led to low morale, performance issues and other concerns.
Trump eyes anti-drug operations in Mexico, Colombia as Venezuela looms
Reuters | Posted Dec. 9 - 8:40 a.m. | Save Story
President Donald Trump continued his threats of land strikes against suspected Venezuelan drug traffickers in an interview published on Tuesday.
Hegseth, chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff to brief 'Gang of 8' US lawmakers, source says
Reuters | Updated Dec. 9 - 6:52 a.m. | Save Story
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine are expected to brief the "Gang of Eight" lawmakers on Tuesday, according to a source familiar with the plan.
US judge rejects Trump administration's halt of wind energy permits
Nate Raymond and Nichola Groom, Reuters | Updated Dec. 9 - 6:26 a.m. | Save Story
A federal judge on Monday ruled that U.S. President Donald Trump's administration had failed to justify its decision to suspend issuing leases and permits for new wind projects in keeping with the Republican president's wishes.
Shoshone-Bannock author sheds new light on history and legal battles over Indian hunting rights
Lisa Lette, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Dec. 8 - 10:00 p.m. | Save Story
A debut book by Fort Hall native Cleve Davis is reigniting discussion about the history, cultural meaning and legal battles surrounding Indian hunting rights.
