Cake postpones SLC, Vegas concerts because of shootings
Cake rescheduled its concerts set for Salt Lake City and Las Vegas on October 4th and 5th until February.
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Quick jaunt to put Utahns near medicinal marijuana
A 90-minute drive west from Salt Lake City already gets you to casinos, but late next year, it could get you to medicinal marijuana. More on the story: http://westwendovercity.com/Home/Components/News/News/211/15
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Infotaintment systems too distracting to drivers, new U. research shows
At a time when more communities are outlawing texting at the wheel, the automakers are adding new distractions to our dashboards. More on the story: https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865690351/Infotaintment-systems-too-distracting-to-drivers-new-U-research-shows.html
1m Oct 05, 2017
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Debate gets heated, but district attorney gets extra bodies to prosecute Rio Grande cases
There was some fighting, but the Salt Lake County Council gave more money to the District Attorney to prosecute arrestees in Operation Rio Grande. More on the story: https://www.ksl.com/?sid=46037776&nid=148&title=debate-gets-heated-but-district-attorney-gets-extra-bodies-to-prosecute-rio-grande-cases
1m Oct 04, 2017
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Scammers convince fast food employees to give up the till
The St George News says the same scam seems to have hit a Subway and a Taco Bell.
1m Oct 04, 2017
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Utah Legislature working to pave way for driverless cars
As Congress works to clear the path, Utah legislators are considering their own slate of tasks to help put driverless cars on the roads.
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Deadly shooting won't change vacationers' minds about Vegas
Vacationers still came to Las Vegas the day after the shooting that led to 59 deaths and 527 injuries.
1m Oct 03, 2017
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Deadly shooting shuts down Vegas Strip
An unusual scene in Las Vegas, where part of the famous Strip is still closed following Sunday night’s deadly shooting and stampede.
1m Oct 03, 2017
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Jon Huntsman Jr meets with Russia's president
The former Utah governor and current US Ambassador to Russia was officially introduced in Moscow on Tuesday.
1m Oct 03, 2017
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Remembrances, condolences for two shooting victims with Utah ties
At least two of the victims of the Las Vegas shooting lived in Utah
1m Oct 03, 2017
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Utahns talk about horror of Las Vegas mass shooting
Three Utah women were at the concert when the shots rang out.
1m Oct 02, 2017
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Utah leaders react to Las Vegas mass shooting
A roundup of some of the responses and tweets and posts from Utah's governor and more.
1m Oct 02, 2017
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Not unprecedented for LDS prophets to miss General Conference
LDS Church President Thomas S. Monson will not attend this weekend's sessions of general conference.
1m Sep 29, 2017
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BYU and Utah State face off Friday night
BYU and Utah State have a heated rivalry, and this game may not be easy to predict as in previous years.
1m Sep 29, 2017
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Federal marketplace insurance rates to go up 39% in Utah in 2018
The Utah Insurance Department blames two factors for the expected rise, but says another insurer is expanding in the federal exchange. More on the story: https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865689897/Federal-marketplace-insurance-rates-to-go-up-39-percent-in-Utah-in-2018.html
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Police: Man dead, 2 officers injured in downtown SLC shooting
Many questions remain on the morning of a deadly officer-involved shooting in a gas station parking lot. More on the story: https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865689886/Police-Man-dead-2-officers-injured-in-downtown-shooting.html
1m Sep 29, 2017
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Some tension, but mostly peace at Ben Shapiro speech at U.
Out of a couple hundred protesters, 5 were detained by police and 2 arrested.(picture: Deseret News)
1m Sep 28, 2017
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Some concert-goers wonder where their seats were
Some people going to Tim McGraw and Faith Hill realized their seats no longer existed in the newly renovated Vivint Smart Home Arena.
1m Sep 28, 2017
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Shapiro speech draws hundreds of protesters, supporters
Hecklers outside, and lots of applause inside a conservative commentator’s packed speech at the University of Utah. More on the story: https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865689779/U-aims-to-avoid-police-state-atmosphere-on-campus-for-Shapiro-speech.html
1m Sep 28, 2017
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Top college basketball coaches under suspension
The 'dark underbelly' of college sports was exposed with the revelation of an FBI investigations into a basketball bribery scandal. ABC News Crime and Terrorism consultant joined Brian and Amanda with more into the investigation which is affecting some top coaches in the NCAA. Photo courtesy of Associated Press
4m Sep 28, 2017
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Salt Lake area school seeks distance from its controversial namesake
A Fairpark neighborhood elementary school named after Andrew Jackson is considering a name change. More on the story: https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865689818/Salt-Lake-area-school-seeks-distance-from-its-controversial-namesake.html
1m Sep 28, 2017
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University of Utah team maps firefighter's escape routes from the air
A research team with the University of Utah is using aerial data to make firefighting a little bit more safe. Photo: Michael Campbell
1m Sep 28, 2017
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Early designs for new Salt Lake City homeless resource centers unveiled
City leaders and coordinators from "Shelter the Homeless" answered questions from the public Tuesday night
1m Sep 27, 2017
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Mormon missionaries airlifted out of Puerto Rico
LDS Church leaders decided to evacuate all 155 missionaries and reassign them. (Pic Courtesy Ashley Paget)
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U. braces for controversial speaker, encourages more like him
Ben Shapiro who drew protests before his speech at University of California, Berkeley speaks tonight at the University of Utah.
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Romney: Success of L.A. Olympics has to take priority over SLC bid
He wants to see a Winter Olympics return to Salt Lake City, but a former presidential candidate says to focus on Los Angeles first. More on the story: https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865689720/Mitt-Romney-Success-of-Los-Angeles-Olympics-has-to-take-priority-over-a-SL-bid.html
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Student group claims they were refused tickets to university event because they looked like protestors
Frustration is already building on the University of Utah campus ahead of a speech from a controversial radio show host. Minority students say they camped out for ticket to Ben Shapiro's talk but were skipped over.
1m Sep 27, 2017
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Man in center of blood-draw controversy dies
A man of selfless service and dedication is how Rigby, Idaho Police remember reserve officer Bill Gray.
1m Sep 26, 2017
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Hikers led to safety from Mt. Logan
Utah’s early mountain snow reminds hikers that they can get stuck in it, like some hikers atop Mt. Logan.
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Lawyers donate time to set up first responder's wills
Utah lawyers are gathering to help our first responders put together legalized wills for free.
1m Sep 26, 2017
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Interview: Scott Mitchell talks anthem protests
Former Utah, NFL quarterback Scott Mitchell joined Brian and Amanda live with his take: "Regardless of where you stand or kneel on NFL anthem protest what good is really coming from it? More divided."
3m Sep 25, 2017
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What's in store for Huntsman as ambassador to Russia?
A former Utah governor will likely cruise to confirmation as the next U.S. ambassador to Russia, but that’s when the cruising will stop.
1m Sep 25, 2017
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Stepson, 27, arrested in death of American Fork man
A 27-year-old man from Salt Lake County has been arrested in connection with the death of his stepfather in American Fork.
1m Sep 22, 2017
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How will Graham-Cassidy bill affect pre-existing condition coverage
The United States Senate has one week left to do something about healthcare before they break for rest of this year. Will they be able to work out the disputes on the Graham-Cassidy bill, or even be able to get enough votes to pass it as is. Fox Business anchor Adam Shapiro joined Brian and Amanda this morning to discuss the financial repercussions of this bill.
3m Sep 22, 2017
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Utah State School Board member talks middle school reqs
A state school board member says there should be more flexibility, but also safeguards to make sure all students are getting opportunities in middle school for the arts, PE and health.
1m Sep 22, 2017
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Audit: Western Governor's University should pay back financial aid money
A distance education university may have to back several years worth of federal aid after a recent audit found the money was used improperly. Photo: Jeffrey Allred, Deseret News
1m Sep 22, 2017
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Update on patient in nurse arrest video
The family of the patient at the center of the video of the University Hospital nurse arrest says he has a long way to recovery still.
25s Sep 21, 2017
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Nurse's arrest prompts legislative action on blood-draw laws
The controversial arrest of a University Hospital nurse is prompting state lawmakers to clarify the law about blood draws from unconscious patients. The hearing from Utah's Judiciary Interim Committee: http://utahlegislature.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.php?viewid=2&clipid=21863&meta_id=748013
1m Sep 21, 2017
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LDS Church buys printer's manuscript of Book of Mormon for $35 million
Donors put up millions of dollars to help the LDS Church purchase the original printer’s manuscript of the Book of Mormon. More on the story: https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865689273/LDS-Church-buys-printers-manuscript-of-Book-of-Mormon-for-record-35-million-from-Community-of.html
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State School Board hears comment on middle school core requirements decision
A standing-room-only crowd packed the offices of the State Board of Education Wednesday night to speak out on a recently passed state board rule that drops the arts, health, physical education, digital education and college and career readiness as core requirements for seventh- and eighth-graders.
1m Sep 21, 2017
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DWR says Mountain Lion "attack" in Ogden is false
Reports of a mountain lion attack near Ogden Canyon has prompted the Division of Wildlife Resources to remind hikers to use caution while in the back country.
1m Sep 21, 2017
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Whose responsible for Rio Grande homeless?
The Utah Legislature is holding a special session today to address the Rio Grande homeless situation in downtown Salt Lake City. Speaker of the House Greg Hughes joined Brian and Amanda and they asked, 'What portion of the problem at the Rio Grande is the State's responsibility?'
4m Sep 20, 2017
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Woman says man shot by Roy police was like a son to her
"They didn't know who he was. They didn't know if he had a gun permit." - Annette Olsen, reacting to the news that the shooting of Nicolas Sanchez was ruled justified by the Weber County Attorney's office.
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Juvenile justice officials offer guidelines for when school officers should act
Juvenile justice officials are working to clarify when and where school resource officers are supposed to step in and enforce law.
1m Sep 20, 2017
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President Donald Trump threatens North Korea
President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations yesterday. During his speech he criticized the Iran Nuclar Deal brokered by President Barack Obama and he threatened to 'totally destroy' North Korea.ABC's Karen Travers joined Brian and Amanda to discuss how the President's speech was received.
3m Sep 20, 2017
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Utah health centers get 1.7 million dollar grant to fight opioid addiction
Utah Health Centers are getting a leg up in the fight against opioid addiction with a recent million dollar grant from the federal government.
1m Sep 20, 2017
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Hatch, Lee go opposite ways on $700B defense spending bill
For the second time in ten days, Utah’s two U.S. senators oppose each other on a spending bill. More on the story: https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865689095/Hatch-Lee-go-opposite-ways-on-700B-defense-spending-bill.html
27s Sep 19, 2017
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More Utah women choosing to give birth at home
Home births are wildly popular in Utah, as moms hope to have a different experience than in the hospital.(picure from Kelsey Brunner, Deseret News)
1m Sep 18, 2017
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NBC's Todd: Sen. Hatch may not be ready to walk away
What would it take for Sen. Orrin Hatch to run again, and why would a former presidential nominee want to succeed him if he retires? More on the story: https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865688945/NBCs-Chuck-Todd-Sen-Orrin-Hatch-may-not-be-ready-to-walk-away.html
1m Sep 18, 2017
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Interior secretary recommends shrinking 2 Utah national monuments
A newly-obtained report from the White House says the Interior Department recommends shrinking two national monuments in other states and modifying six more. More on the story: https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865688992/More-Utah-women-choosing-to-give-birth-at-home.html
1m Sep 18, 2017
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