Salt Lake City Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Salt Lake County decreased recently.

Salt Lake County Government: Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson Announces “New American And Refugee Liaison”

Genda came to Utah in 2007, a refugee from Sierra Leone where he was born and studied. When war broke out in his youth, he fled some 70 ...

Salt Lake County Close To Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Salt Lake City area compares to Utah for coronavirus vaccinations.

Unemployment Decreases In Salt Lake City Area: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Salt Lake County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Salt Lake County Government:

Of the County's nine outdoor pools, eight will welcome families back for Memorial Day weekend per tradition. The ninth pool, Redwood Poo ...

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Salt Lake City Area?

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

Federal Tax Refunds In Salt Lake County: How Do Yours Compare?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in Salt Lake County.

What is the Electoral College?

Its History, Controversies, and Past Efforts to Abolish It

Here's A Recap Of The Salt Lake City Council Meeting On March 24

The council held its first virtual meeting Tuesday, which included public hearings and general public comment.

Utah Super Tuesday Democratic Primary: Sanders Called As Winner

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders has been called as the winner in Utah's Super Tuesday Democratic primary.

Utah Joins Coalition To Keep Fentanyl A Schedule 1 Drug

State Attorney General joins national coalition in calling on Congress to outlaw the drug

Utah Joins Coalition To Defend Indian Child Welfare Act

Attorney General joins amicus filing that seeks to defend child, family and tribal rights in case before Fifth Circuit

Next Steps For City Council Vacancy In Salt Lake City

The Salt Lake City Recorder’s office will accept applications December 16 through Jan. 14 to replace City Council Member Erin Mendenhall.

Utah Companies Provide Loans, Then Arrest Borrowers

High-interest loan companies, like Loans for Less, are using Utah’s small claims courts to arrest borrowers and take their bail money.

Utah Rolls Back Hydroelectric Power Plans For Lake Powell Pipeline

Utah officials are drastically scaling back hydroelectric power plans for the controversial Lake Powell pipeline.

Strict Abortion Law Won't Be Enforced, Utah Prosecutor Vows

Abortion foes in Utah and around the country are passing strict laws with an eye toward a Supreme Court challenge of Roe v. Wade.

Gold King Lawsuit To Compel EPA Cleanup Will Proceed

Federal judge rejects EPA’s motion to dismiss. Gov. Herbert hails “A great victory for the environment”

Mitt Romney Wins U.S. Senate Race In Utah

Mitt Romney easily won his bid for U.S. Senate in Utah.

Ben McAdams Leads Mia Love In Close Race: Utah Election Results

Incumbent GOP Rep, Mia Love faces a tough challenge from Democrat Ben McAdams in the race for Utah's fourth Congressional district.

Utah Mayor Brent Taylor Slain In Attack In Afghanistan

Taylor reportedly died Saturday in an apparent insider attack in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan. He was serving in the National Guard.

Utah Primary Election Results: Romney Wins Easily

Mitt Romney, the former presidential candidate and Massachussets governor, was the favorite to win the GOP nomination for U.S. Senate.

Utah Senate Race: Mitt Romney Doesn't Secure GOP Nomination

Romney was unable to win 60 percent of the votes at the Utah Republican convention that he needed to head to the November ballot unopposed.

Romney Announces, Chides Washington On Immigration Policy

A fierce critic of President Donald Trump, Mitt Romney chides Washington for sending immigrants "a message of exclusion" in announcement.

Mitt Romney To Announce Utah Senate Campaign On Thursday

BREAKING: Former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney will announce his campaign for Utah Senate on Thursday, sources say.

Orrin Hatch Says He's Retiring, Won't Seek Re-Election

Meanwhile, Mitt Romney changes his Twitter bio to say Utah instead of Massachusetts; biggest hint yet he may be running to replace Hatch.

President Trump Shrinks Size Of Two National Monuments

Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante are both cut back under new presidential order.

Trump Praises Sen. Hatch, Calls Bears Ears 'Federal Land Grab'

Trump spoke in Salt Lake City, Utah, after meeting with Mormon leaders.

Salt Lake City 2017 Election Results: Voting Ends

Salt Lake City residents in Districts 1, 3, 5 and 7 voted for city council.

How To Vote In Salt Lake City On Tuesday

While most of the attention will be on who will fill Jason Chaffetz's seat, Salt Lake City residents will pick their next council members.

Patient At Center Of Salt Lake City Nurse Video Dies

Dramatic video of nurse Alex Wubbels' arrest caught widespread attention online amid national scrutiny of police use of force.

Utah Woman Wins $16M Case Against Polygamous Sect After Marriage To Cousin

"I can now close these chapters in my life and focus on building a better future for myself and my children," said Elissa Wall.

Provo Mayor John Curtis Wins GOP Primary For Chaffetz's Seat

The 57-year-old used his victory speech Tuesday to decry the heavy outside spending, which usually isn't seen in primary races in Utah.

Utah GOP Primary Features Ex-Dem, Ex-Lawmaker, NBA Team President's Son

All three support Donald Trump's agenda, including building a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border and reforming taxes and health care.

Mormon Church Lobbyist Recommended To Head Utah Office

John Cannon's nomination to head the Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel drew no public debate or questions.

Gold King Mine Spill: Utah Sues Owners, EPA Contractors

Utah wants cleanup compensation and unspecified damages in the 2015 Gold King Mine spill that was accidentally triggered by EPA contractors.

San Juan County Election Maps Ruled Unconstitutional, Must Be Redrawn, Again

A judge ruled the new boundaries of election districts are unconstitutional and primarily drawn on race.

Utah's Jason Chaffetz Leaving Congress, Heading To Fox News

Fox News Channel says Chaffetz will be a contributor effective July 1, offering political analysis on various Fox programs.

Microphone Cut After Mormon Girl Reveals She's Gay At Church

"They did not mess up when they gave me freckles or when they made me to be gay," the girl said.

Utah State Finances get a "B" Grade!

State finances are in good health in Utah, but there is still hidden debt.

Trump Orders Review Of Bears Ears, Other National Monument Designations

The president signed an executive order Wednesday directing the Interior Secretary to review 21 years of designations.