Economy

Overall, the voters KUER and PBS Utah spoke to are pleased with where the country is headed. There were, however, a few worries about the economy and the rule of law in Trump’s second term.

Smoot represented Utah in the senate from 1903-1933 and was a central architect of the United States’ tariff policies leading up to and during the Great Depression.

If Utah is going to reach the idyllic future the leaders of today are promising it'll take bee work to make the dream work.

One in 10 Utah voters is Hispanic or Latino. Sticking with the state’s reputation,”Latinos in Utah may be more Republican than Latinos nationally,” said one political scientist.

Recent reports show that many Utahns are concerned about affording essential items like food and health care, but most measures point toward a thriving Utah economy.

Utah could see more Venezuelan migrants after the country's contentious presidential election. Advocates say the state lacks the resources to help.

Economic output looks promising for a second Utah Olympics, but a lot can change between now and 2034.

New consumer sentiment numbers show Utah out ahead of the national mood, something attributable to the state’s natural optimism.

January Walker with the Utah United Party, Cassie Easley with the Constitution Party and Brad Green with the Libertarian Party didn’t qualify for Utah’s 2nd Congressional District debate, but will appear on voters’ ballots.

President Joe Biden is setting out on a Western swing aimed at showcasing his work on conservation, clean energy and veterans' benefits.

Economists say inflation coupled with low-unemployment is “uncharted territory.”

Gov. Cox addressed reporters while recovering from COVID-19. He said his symptoms were mostly mild and he didn’t take any antivirals to treat his infection.