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1 day ago · In 2023, Brenda, a Salt Lake City native and single mother of a medically fragile child, was at risk of losing her home. Her son, Christopher, requires continual trach and vent care and receives private duty nursing through the state’s Medicaid …

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2 days ago · The Utah Legislature should refrain from “reforming” Utah’s excellent judicial selection and retention system. Our “merit-based” system was adopted in 1985, the culmination of a long process begun in 1945 to establish a selection system devoid of partisan influence.

Jan 18, 2025 · Scores of West High School students staged a walkout in support of recently suspended principal Jared Wright. Thousands have signed an online petition to reinstate Wright. Salt Lake City School District won't clarify the actions against Wright, but add they are not prompted by recent calls for ...

Jan 15, 2025 · As wildfires continued to tear through Southern California communities, having Salt Lake City ready for a catastrophic event isn’t lost on Mayor Erin Mendenhall. The mayor said though the city is prepared with water and resources, the thought of a major fire still keeps her up at night. “None of ...

The Deseret News Marathon is the longest-operating marathon in Utah. 2025 will be our 55th year that runners have been racing down the historic pioneer route into the Salt Lake Valley and through the Days of '47 Parade.

Jan 25, 2025 · Utah’s agricultural community has a strong history of adapting and conserving during droughts and in times of need. Its members willingly contribute solutions to ensure we can maintain a thriving Utah, both in terms of the Great Salt Lake and our agriculture producers.

Dec 13, 2024 · Utah was energized this year and much more is to come in the future when it comes to the idea of keeping the lights on. Lawmakers made it clear in 2024 they want to hang onto coal, despite the outcry of clean energy advocates.