Salt Lake continues to break record autumn highs
It seems like the never-ending summer, but it will shortly come to an end.
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Bishop's name bandied about for House Speaker
Utah Rep. Jason Chaffetz would have some company. One supporter says Rob Bishop could unify House Republicans.
25s Oct 15, 2015
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GOP legislative leaders back limited Medicaid expansion
They hope this idea passes.(photo: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865639070/GOP-legislative-leaders-back-limited-Medicaid-expansion.html)
1m Oct 15, 2015
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Latest Medicaid expansion effort dies in caucus
A handful of state lawmakers still promise Medicaid expansion, even after the latest landslide defeat. Underinsured Utahns hang in the balance.
1m Oct 14, 2015
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Mayoral candidates cannot seem to debate enough
Ralph Becker and Jackie Biskupski have squared-off ten times since July 1, and plan for two more times before November 3.
1m Oct 14, 2015
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UEA, or Utahns Escape to Anaheim?
The Salt Lake International Airport has some tips for what should be a busy weekend. But, you can also go to the convention. Details here: http://myuea.org/forprofessionaleducators/uea_convention.aspx
1m Oct 14, 2015
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Implications of mayoral race reach beyond Salt Lake City
Only Salt Lake residents can vote for their mayor, but the winner has tremendous sway in shaping the branding for the entire state.
1m Oct 13, 2015
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Utah's Jason Chaffetz tells a national audience why he should be House Speaker
Representative Jason Chaffetz made some key points on ABC's This Week.
1m Oct 12, 2015
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Will money buy mayoral reelection win?
Salt Lake's incumbent mayor has five times the cash of his competitor leading up to Election Day, but political expert warns not to rule out his challenger.
1m Oct 12, 2015
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The U ready for national spotlight
Lots of excitement at the University of Utah as it hosts ESPN's College Gameday before the big football game against Cal.
1m Oct 09, 2015
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Now who is going to be the House Speaker?
Names like Mitt Romney are even being tossed about.
2m Oct 09, 2015
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First vote in House today for Speaker position
Utah Representative Jason Chaffetz is running; the full House votes on the floor by the end of the month.
2m Oct 08, 2015
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Will guns ever be banned in public schools?
After every campus shooting, the question arises. In Utah, one lawyer considers a ban highly unlikely.
1m Oct 07, 2015
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Police: tread lightly with social media in active shooting
Social media via cellphones can be a valuable tool and aid, but also a huge detriment.
1m Oct 07, 2015
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Guns at School special: Preventing the threat
Former FBI agent and current ABC crime and terrorism expert Brad Garrett talks about "see something, say something."
2m Oct 07, 2015
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Guns at School special: Utah schools' procedures
A look at some of the lockdowns, drills and protocols to keep K-12 students safe.
1m Oct 07, 2015
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Social media should be last concern in an emergency, police say
Do you know what to do in an active shooter situation? Provo Police Lt. Brandon Post tells us it's important to get yourself to safety first, before doing anything with social media or your phone.
1m Oct 07, 2015
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New online database aims to change dialogue on suicide
A 40-year effort to study data and stories from the last four millennia to prevent suicide is now public.
27s Oct 06, 2015
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Wife remembers airline pilot who dies midflight
Michael Johnston had health issues, but they never grounded the West Jordan pilot from flying for American Airlines.
1m Oct 06, 2015
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Former UT AG sides with prosecution in his case in new motion
Mark Shurtleff's attorneys and the prosecution both want the US Justice Department to release evidence.(photo: Al Hartmann, Deseret News. Read more here: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865638337/Ex-AG-Mark-Shurtleff-joins-prosecution-motion-to-force-DOJ-to-turn-over-evidence.html?pg=all)
1m Oct 06, 2015
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Supreme Court justices have Utah case before them
In its new session, the high court will examine a probable cause case among others connected to the Affordable Care Act from around the nation.
1m Oct 05, 2015
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UVU on cutting edge with new 3D printer
Utah Valley University becomes the first school in the nation with a special prototype machine.
25s Oct 05, 2015
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Jason Chaffetz officially running for House Speaker
The Utah representative is now asking for fellow GOP support.(read more here: http://www.ksl.com/?sid=36807927&nid=757&title=its-official-jason-chaffetz-to-make-run-for-house-speaker&fm=home_page)
2m Oct 05, 2015
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Unemployment report disappoints analysts
The news that the current jobless rate of 5.1% remains unchanged doesn't impress experts who say there's nothing to like in this latest report. Fox Business anchor Adam Shapiro explained his misgivings on Utah's Morning News.
3m Oct 02, 2015
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$33mil grant awarded to USU
The public-private grant seeks to help low-income middle school students reach college.
30s Oct 02, 2015
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Police looking for road rage shooter
Two drivers fought, West Valley police say one of them opened fire at the intersection of 3100 South and 4300 West.
1m Oct 02, 2015
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Historic conference could be ahead for LDS Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has three vacancies in the Quorum of the 12 Apostles. (Read more here: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865638068/3-new-LDS-apostles-will-be-98th-99th-100th-of-the-Restoration.html?pg=all)
1m Oct 02, 2015
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New questions about reveal that Secret Service targeted UT Rep Jason Chaffetz
Could criminal charges be next
2m Oct 01, 2015
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Ann Romney on Utah's Morning News
Ann Romney joined Utah's Morning News to discuss her fight against multiple sclerosis and her new book to raise funds for medical research titled "In This Together."
5m Sep 30, 2015
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States' rights, federal lands, energy development all being discussed in DC
Governor Gary Herbert is one of four Governors from the western United States testifying at a Committee on Natural Resources hearing, chaired by Rep. Rob Bishop (R-UT).
2m Sep 30, 2015
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Utah leaders work on contingency plan in case of gov. shutdown
Would Utah consider paying to keep its national parks and facilities open in the event of another government shutdown? We posed that question to Jon Cox with Gov. Gary Herbert's office. (Photo: Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News)
3m Sep 29, 2015
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State senator to meet with White House officials
Jim Dabakis (D-Salt Lake) is taking his own plans for Utah’s federal lands, Bears Ears Buttes to Washington.
1m Sep 29, 2015
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Grilling of Planned Parenthood set for House committee
Rep. Jason Chaffetz (R-Utah) has lots of questions for Planned Parenthood's president before Oversight Committee.
1m Sep 29, 2015
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Medical emergencies while traveling pose challenge, doctor says
The story of a "miracle baby" born on a cruise ship raises important questions about whether you are prepared for a medical emergency while traveling. Dr. Mark Hiatt, Executive Medical Director of Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Utah, says pregnancy isn't the only condition worth asking your doctor about before you travel, but he stresses there is help available, even at sea. (Photo credit: Mo...
3m Sep 28, 2015
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Survey: Park City resorts going downhill
It's not in a good way, but the news likely will not have a snowball effect.
27s Sep 28, 2015
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National report heaps praise on SLC schools
The Harvard Business School report credits community collaboration to help low-income students.
1m Sep 28, 2015
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Signs downtown point to how to really help the homeless
Advocates say around 80 percent of panhandlers need help for an addiction.
1m Sep 28, 2015
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State agency bracing for govt shutdown threat
Utahns have painful memories losing money and asking for federal assistance when the government stopped working two years ago.
1m Sep 25, 2015
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Students finding motivation in Pontiff's tour
In the eyes of high schoolers in Draper, the Pope’s U.S. visit seems to transcend religion.
1m Sep 25, 2015
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Cooperation to curb racial profiling
A Utah County police chief of a predominately white city collaborates with a black professor from the University of Utah.
1m Sep 24, 2015
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Chilling recordings of stabbing, shooting released
They reveal when Salt Lake City police say a wanted fugitive broke into two homes and stabbed a woman before and officer killed him.
30s Sep 24, 2015
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Salt Lake Comic Con aims for record books
Do not be alarmed by thousands of cosplayers this weekend through downtown Salt Lake.
25s Sep 23, 2015
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Police shoot, kill man after two break-ins
Salt Lake City Police say the suspect stabbed a woman in the second home.
1m Sep 23, 2015
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Remembering Elder Richard G. Scott, and looking ahead
With Elder Scott's passing and in less than five months, the Quorum of the 12 Apostles has changed dramatically.
2m Sep 23, 2015
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Moving tribute en route to California after flash floods
Caravan to accompany one couple home after Zion National Park tragedy, and searchers will not give up one one last boy lost in Hildale.
1m Sep 22, 2015
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County officials doing damage control after breach
Salt Lake County employees could be the latest victims of a data breach. But officials do not think the problem is widespread.
26s Sep 22, 2015
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Report: Higher smoking, drinking among construction workers
A new report pinpoints which Utah jobs are more likely to come with unhealthy behaviors, like binge drinking and smoking. (read more here: http://www.ksl.com/?nid=157&sid=36627137&title=report-higher-smoking-drinking-among-construction-workers)
1m Sep 22, 2015
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More tears to flow through southern Utah
Flash floods flowed through Hildale a week ago… today, families will conduct funerals and burials for 12 mothers and children.
25s Sep 21, 2015
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Grandmother seeks answers after triple murder
She could only wonder why her grandson would be killed in shooting attack. Police have a suspect in custody.
1m Sep 21, 2015
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Searchers just as frustrated as community after tragedy
They return to work today in Hildale, looking for the last victim swept away by flash flooding. A dozen others have been recovered.
1m Sep 18, 2015
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