Sean Higgins
Politics ReporterSean is KUER’s politics reporter and comes to us from KPCW in Park City, where he was a city hall reporter and weekend host. He earned a bachelor’s degree in political science and government from the University of Vermont and was a member of the NCAA ski team. He also spent five years covering World Cup ski racing for “Ski Racing” magazine and NBC Sports. When he's not in the newsroom, you can find him spending time with his partner, Rachel, or enjoying all the outdoor activities Utah has to offer.
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“I don't hear anybody saying we shouldn't treat the landscape to protect communities, improve forest health and reduce risks,” said U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz. “We all want the same thing.” -
Eureka, Utah, fue evacuada mientras ardía el incendio Iron Fire. El riesgo de incendios forestales es alto en todo el estado y las autoridades dicen que los residentes de Utah deben prepararse con anticipación. -
With nearly 150,000 acres burned so far this year, fire officials say this season is something they have never seen before. -
Eureka, Utah, remains evacuated as the Iron Fire continues to burn. Wildfire risk is high across the state, and officials say Utahns should be prepared in advance.
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McAdams emerged as the clear winner from a crowded primary field of four candidates. He was also the last Utah Democrat to serve in Congress, representing the old 4th District from 2019-2021 -
Incumbent Reps. Blake Moore and Celeste Maloy held on to their Republican Party nominations with quick wins in the Utah primaries in the second and third districts. -
Salt Lake City’s municipal golf courses are on track to generate $2.2 million more in revenue this year. The surge in Utah golf rounds will help fund upgrades with less taxpayer support. -
From personal stories to grassroots ideas, Utah policymakers say human experience is often the key to turning good intentions into effective legislation. -
The former communications director for Gov. Spencer Cox will take over after previous District 4 councilor Eva Lopez Chavez was removed from office in May. An investigation found that she was not living in the downtown district she represented. -
En un debate centrado en las preocupaciones de los votantes del Utah rural, la congresista Celeste Maloy y el exlegislador estatal Phil Lyman expusieron visiones contrapuestas sobre las tierras públicas, la aplicación de las leyes migratorias y las tecnologías emergentes. -
As men face growing challenges with loneliness and belonging, some Utahns are finding community through the outdoors — but breaking into the state's recreation culture can be intimidating for beginners. -
El recién llegado a la política Liban Mohamed fue el sorpresivo ganador de la Convención Demócrata de Utah de abril. ¿Podrá aprovechar ese impulso hasta llegar a Washington D.C.? La elección primaria de Utah es el 23 de junio de 2026.
