Teacher turnover in Utah
Exceeded 55 percent over 8 years; turnover for young teachers is 73%.(picture: Ravell Call, Deseret News)
1m Mar 14, 2017
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U of U research team says they gene therapy may be the key to solving chronic pain problems
A University of Utah research team may have the key to getting rid of chronic pain, for good. KSL Newsradio's Brianna Bodily has the story.
1m Mar 14, 2017
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Stewart to Trump: release evidence of wiretapping
A Utah Congressman wants proof today that President Obama wiretapped President Trump’s campaign, as Mr. Trump has claimed.
1m Mar 13, 2017
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Reward approaches $50K in tortured Clearfield cat case
Donations are pouring in for the honor of a badly beaten housecat in Clearfield, and one expert fears the attacker could move on to humans. More on the story: http://www.ksl.com/?sid=43475146&nid=148&title=reward-approaches-50k-in-tortured-clearfield-cat-case
1m Mar 13, 2017
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Survey results show statistics of Rio Grande homeless population
Salt Lake County and the Collective Impact Steering Committee full results are here: http://slco.org/uploadedFiles/depot/fRD/homelessservices/SLCORioGrandeNeighborhoodAssessmentFullDataPresentation3.8.2017.pdf
1m Mar 13, 2017
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Dixie State University student under arrest for dorm-room sexual solicitation
The 18-year-old was arrested after a weeks-long investigation(picture from Washington County Sheriff's Office Bookings)
1m Mar 13, 2017
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ABC News investigative reporter Brian Ross special report on Christian youth camps where widespread abuse is being alleged
ABC News chief investigative reporter Brian Ross joined Amanda and Tim on Utah's Morning News. Ross has been looking into youth camps that offer so-called “gay conversion therapy” after several kids escaped the camps saying they were being physically beaten.
4m Mar 10, 2017
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2017 Utah Legislature ends without tax reform
Still, the state legislature made a few tax adjustments in the 2017 session. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865675290/2017-Utah-Legislature-ends-without-tax-reform-but-with-action-on-other-key-issues.html
1m Mar 10, 2017
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Dispute over 2-foot-wide strip of land bars school from road access
A 24-inch strip of land is the center of a Draper charter school’s lawsuit against a private developer to stop traffic congestion. More on the story: http://www.ksl.com/?sid=43439358&nid=148&title=dispute-over-2-foot-wide-strip-of-land-bars-charter-school-from-accessing-road
1m Mar 10, 2017
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Seven Utah County men arrested for enticing a minor online
An online sweep by undercover agents netted the arrests
1m Mar 10, 2017
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Utah 2017 legislative session ends
Before the 45-day session ended at midnight Thursday, lawmakers had approved a $16.1 billion budget that provides some $239 million in new spending for education, and passed hundreds of bills and resolutions.
2m Mar 10, 2017
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Rep Stewart: Let's get healthcare bill done
Congressman Chris Stewart says the first thing to do is drive down the cost of health care.
1m Mar 08, 2017
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Utah Representative Chris Stewart talks about the GOP healthcare bill
Utah Congressman Chris Stewart joined Brian and Amanda on Utah's Morning News to discuss the newly released GOP healthcare bill along with a number of other topics.
6m Mar 08, 2017
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Legislature approves $1 billion in bonds for roads
The money would pay to build and repair Utah roads over the next four years, mostly along I-15 in Utah’s four most populous counties. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865675076/Legislature-approves-12-billion-in-bonds-for-roads-liquor-stores-new-U-med-school.html
1m Mar 08, 2017
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Man rescued from roof after Ogden home explodes
Fire investigators are still determining the cause of an explosion that blew the roof off of an Ogden home. More on the story: http://www.ksl.com/?sid=43415761&nid=148
1m Mar 08, 2017
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Indepth: Salt Lake's East High School building laundry/shower facilities for homeless students
This month, new washroom and laundry facilities should be ready to go for students at East High School who are also homeless. The school hopes by meeting students' physical needs, they will be able to focus on school and break the cycle they are in.
3m Mar 08, 2017
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USU, DWR and NASA use satellites to better understand wild animal herds
Utah State University is moving toward satellites to better understand our wildlife. Photo: KSL.com
1m Mar 08, 2017
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Utah's delegation talks newly released Healthcare plan
Chaffetz on CNN: maybe Americans should pay for healthcare instead of new iPhones
1m Mar 07, 2017
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General Michael Hayden
Former NSA and CIA Director General Michael Hayden has written a book called “Playing to the Edge” that gives an insider's look at how our national security works. General Hayden joined Brian and Amanda on Utah's Morning News talking about a variety of topics including President Trump's allegations that he was wire tapped before the election. Photo credit: ABC News
5m Mar 07, 2017
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Bogut injured in first minute back in basketball
A former Runnin’ Ute and number-one draft pick cannot help his new NBA team with a month left in the season.
1m Mar 07, 2017
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Lawmakers rush bill to allow $100 million more for new prison
Without public input, Utah’s House of Representatives approved the extra money for the new prison west of Salt Lake International Airport. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865675007/Lawmakers-rush-through-bill-to-allow-100-million-more-for-new-prison.html
1m Mar 07, 2017
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Explaining jury secracy and how a new Supreme Court ruling changes things
The Supreme Court has ruled that a jury secrecy doesn't always apply, if there has been bias in their deliberations. KSL legal analyst and defense attorney Greg Skordas joined Brian and Amanda on Utah’s Morning News to explain the ruling.
3m Mar 07, 2017
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Snow again as March hangs on to Winter
5 AM storm desk report
1m Mar 06, 2017
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Smog in the American West: Study shows Asia largely to blame
An influx of pollution from Asian countries is swamping Yellowstone National Park and other parks in the West.Pic: Ravell Call, Deseret News
1m Mar 06, 2017
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Two teens dead, three injured in crash after prom
The investigation continues into a crash in Moab involving five teenagers on the morning after their junior prom. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865674899/Two-teens-dead-in-Moab-after-prom-night-crash.html
26s Mar 06, 2017
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Preview of Utah legislature's last days
We’re just four days away from the end of Utah’s legislative session. As always, lawmakers have much to finish before then.
1m Mar 06, 2017
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Shurtleff: John Swallow's acquittal a victory for him, too
Mark Shurtleff had similar public corruption charges, but prosecutors dropped them before a possible trial. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865674658/Jurors-resume-deliberations-in-John-Swallow-trial-ask-for-clarification.html
1m Mar 03, 2017
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“Napoleon Dynamite” makes cameo in Utah House
Jon Heder asks legislators to keep up tax incentives for movie production companies to work in the Beehive State. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865674735/Napoleon-Dynamite-star-visits-Utah-Legislature.html
1m Mar 03, 2017
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Former Utah Attorney General John Swallow talks about his acquittal
Former Utah Attorney General John Swallow has been acquitted of all the bribery and corruption charges against him in a case and investigation that has spanned four years. Swallow joined Brian and Amanda on Utah's Morning News to talk about how he feels after being pronounced not guilty.
7m Mar 03, 2017
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Former Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtleff reacts to John Swallow acquittal
Former Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtleff joined Brian and Amanda on Utah's Morning News to give his reaction to the news that his successor John Swallow was acquitted of all charges in a bribery and corruption case. Shurtleff also talked about options of filing a civil lawsuit because of the charges that were brought against him, that were eventually dismissed.
6m Mar 03, 2017
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Utah lawmakers could boost ed spending by at least $200m
Reports are that funding could go up significantly for public schools
1m Mar 03, 2017
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Jurors: "We weren't firmly convinced of guilt" for John Swallow
Two members of the jury, a neurosurgeon and an assistant high school principal, say they "diligently went through each and every count."
1m Mar 03, 2017
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Arizona BLM asks public for help to stop looters
1m Mar 03, 2017
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Committee OKs bill to add 'targeting' an officer to aggravated murder statute
Police applaud HB-433 for giving them extra protection, but opponents say Utah already allows for enhanced criminal charges. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865674642/Committee-OKs-bill-that-would-add-targeting-an-officer-to-aggravated-murder-statute.html
1m Mar 02, 2017
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Wall Street reaction to President Trump's speech with Adam Shapiro
Wall Street reaction to the policies discussed in President Trump's speech to congress. Fox Business anchor Adam Shapiro joined Amanda and Tim on Utah's Morning News. Photo credit: Fox Business
5m Mar 01, 2017
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Political analyst Steve Roberts reaction to President Trump's speech
What were the big takeaways from President Trump's speech? ABC news political analyst Steve Roberts joined Amanda and Tim on Utah's Morning News. Photo credit: Gwu.edu
6m Mar 01, 2017
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Utah Respresentative Chris stewart reacts to President Trump's speech
Utah Congressman Christ Stewart joined Amanda and Tim on Utah's Morning News to discuss President Trump's joint speech to Congress.
6m Mar 01, 2017
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Provo police memo: officers are not ICE agents
The daily Herald says a memo from Provo Police Chief John King outlines the roles of officers.
1m Mar 01, 2017
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Utah Democratic Party Chair reacts to President Trump's speech
He found a few positives, but overall Peter Corroon was not impressed
1m Mar 01, 2017
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GOP lawmakers looking at bonding for $1 billion for roads
About a week to go in the Utah legislative session, and lawmakers could get a billion dollars to speed up transportation projects. But the plan still has some bumps. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865674536/GOP-lawmakers-looking-at-bonding-for-1-billion-to-speed-up-transportation-projects.html
27s Mar 01, 2017
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Housing affordability an issue in new construction
Metrostudy reported builders in the Greater Salt Lake market posted a 17 percent jump in the volume of new home starts from the fourth quarter of 2016 over 2015. (pic: Deseret News)
1m Feb 28, 2017
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Bountiful city leaders scrap plans for new city hall
The city council should vote on it Tuesday night.
1m Feb 28, 2017
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McMullin likes President's military spending plan, but questions financing
A frequent critic of President Trump agrees with his call for more military spending, but says it doesn't fix budgetary problems.
1m Feb 28, 2017
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Sen. Lee defends hosting "tele-town hall"
Lee told a Utah grassroots group he wants a “tele-town hall” next month because he'd rather have conversation than shouting.
1m Feb 28, 2017
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LDS Church fights street rename for luxury car maker
Mercedes-Benz USA wants to rename a street -- which it shares with the Atlanta Georgia Temple -- for itself.
26s Feb 28, 2017
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Avalanche experts: heavy snow year meant safer back country
Photo: Mike DeBernardo/KSL-TV
1m Feb 28, 2017
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Crews search for missing plane last detected near Panguitch
A Sandy family is still holding out hope for a 41-year-old man and his two children whose single-engine plane disappeared near Panguitch. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865674323/Police-searching-for-plane-that-went-down-near-Panguitch.html
1m Feb 27, 2017
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Man dead after police shootout in Tooele County
Investigators still wonder why a man sneaked into a hazardous waste facility in Aragonite in Western Utah. They say he fired at police before police killed him. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865674326/Man-dead-after-shootout-at-remote-hazardous-waste-facility-in-Tooele-County.html
1m Feb 27, 2017
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12 dogs die in Orem house fire
One woman was also hospitalized in critical condition in two-alarm blaze that caused $125,000 in damage.
1m Feb 24, 2017
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Bill to lower legal alcohol limit passes Utah House
Utah is a step closer to being the first in the nation with a blood-alcohol limit of point-05. One critic says drunk-driving laws are strict enough. More on the story: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865674108/Bill-to-lower-legal-alcohol-limit-passes-Utah-House.html
1m Feb 24, 2017
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