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Economic stress is one factor that can lead to violence. It can also prevent survivors from leaving a dangerous situation.
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Cedar Attanasio/AP, fileThe Biden administration issued an order in 2023 banning new oil and gas development within 10 miles of the historic site for 20 years. Tribal leaders who had celebrated the move are now concerned about the potential for protections to be rolled back. -
Salt Lake City International AirportUn aviso crucial para presentarse en la corte de inmigración a finales de 2019 fue enviado a la dirección equivocada. Se le ordenó la deportación por no presentarse a la audiencia.
In 1954, photographers Ansel Adams and Dorothea Lange traveled to southern Utah to capture life in three Mormon towns — Gunlock, Toquerville and St. George. They documented what art historian James Swensen calls “a place in motion” — towns shifting into modern America. Swensen joins us to talk about what their images reveal and how these communities have evolved.
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Because of drought, mandatory water cuts are nothing new in Utah. But the potential of large-scale reductions across the Colorado River Basin would present a steep challenge. -
A crucial notice to appear in immigration court in late 2019 was sent to the wrong address. She was ordered deported for not showing up to the hearing. -
When President Donald Trump announced he would lower beef prices by quadrupling imports from Argentina, the cattle market spiraled in the moment. But Utah producers say his idea won’t impact prices long-term due to an already large hole in the U.S. supply chain. -
Según una ley estatal de 2024, las escuelas de Utah tienen tres opciones para cumplir con el requisito de seguridad armada. La opción más popular, por mucho, también es la más barata: los guardianes escolares voluntarios. -
Demand is up from new and existing clients. Utah Food Bank says the new state funds will help, but they’ll support only a small portion of their distribution. -
Utah’s Legislature has considered dozens of housing-related bills in recent years. The mayor of Draper says it’s “like a fire hose sometimes for us,” and towns need time to see what works. -
While some see hope in Erika Kirk's actions, or those of the Latter-day Saint congregation who forgave the Michigan shooter, others remain skeptical. Religious leaders emphasize forgiveness as a process, not a one-time event. -
Drought and steady demand along the Colorado River are draining the nation's second-largest reservoir. Land that was once submerged is now full of beavers and thriving ecosystems. -
Laura Ah Loo has not said much publicly about her husband’s fatal shooting at a June No Kings protest in Salt Lake City. But after more than four months without any charges filed, her legal team wants action. And they’re planning to sue.
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