Equality & Diversity
Betsy Klein, CNN
Gillibrand makes a last-minute White House push for women’s rights constitutional amendment
Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is making an all-out push in the waning days of the Biden administration that she believes could bolster reproductive rights, calling on the president to certify the Equal Rights Amendment and enshrine its protections into the Constitution.30 days ago
Carlysle Price
‘Women of the World’ celebration honors refugee women’s achievements
'Women of the World' held its 14th annual celebration Saturday to recognize refugee women and all they've achieved.1 month ago
Daniella Rivera
Addressing violence against Indigenous people in Utah
November is Native American and Alaska Native Heritage month. From the Utah State Capitol to a tattoo studio in Midvale, Utahns are working to raise awareness about missing and murdered Indigenous people.2 months ago
Michael Williams, CNN
Biden apologizes to Native Americans for abusive government-funded boarding schools
President Joe Biden has done something that no other sitting U.S. president has: He apologized for the systemic abuse generations of Indigenous children endured at the hands of the federal government.3 months ago
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com
Indigenous Peoples Day events planned to put focus on Native American community
In planning the first Indigenous Peoples Day event in Millcreek, set for Monday, officials in the locale aimed to put the spotlight on the first people to inhabit the state.3 months ago
Darby Sparks
Pride flag thefts in Logan, Eagle Mountain are part of growing trend costing a nonprofit thousands
A local nonprofit saw another incident of their sponsored pride flags ripped from their poles in Logan, part of an increasing trend in recent years that has cost them tens of thousands of dollars in replacement funds.3 months ago
Michael Houck
Teen faces charges for stealing multiple Logan pride flags
A 16-year-old boy is facing charges for cutting down and stealing pride flags from a local pride center.4 months ago
Deanie Wimmer
New research shows ‘exposure gap’ for Utah girls in STEM
Girls have skills for STEM careers but lack interest. Utah company helps students better understand jobs of the future. Here is a resource for all Utah parents.4 months ago
Lindsay Aerts
‘It felt Islamophobic,’ Utah Muslims speak out over post from Utah lawmaker
Members of the Utah Muslim community are speaking out after a social media post from a Utah lawmaker, accusing the representative of making vague post that incited hateful comments.5 months ago
Lauren Steinbrecher
LGBTQ+ community rallying for hospitalized business owner’s recovery
The LGBTQ+ community is supporting a beloved business owner this weekend, with a special event aimed to aid in his recovery.5 months ago
Michael Houck
Report shows which companies are ‘championing’ Utah’s women in the workplace
A new report from the Utah Women and Leadership Project highlights 100 companies that are supporting women in the workplace and suggests ways other companies could improve.5 months ago
Carlysle Price
Utah awarded $8 million to expand affordable housing for people with disabilities
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded the Utah $8 million to expand the supply of housing and supportive services for low-income people with disabilities Wednesday.5 months ago
Carlysle Price
Free concert, organization raises awareness of SLC homelessness
Hands of Hope is putting on a free, live music concert on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. to raise awareness of homelessness in the city. According to the Point-In-Time count, the 2023 estimated homeless population was 2,297 people.7 months ago
Karah Brackin
Grand opening of ¡Vamos! Health
Making steps toward inclusivity, !Vamos! Health is empowering Hispanic, Latino, and minority groups with a clinic in West Valley City.7 months ago
Emma Everett Johnson, KSL.com
Salt Lake County Library offers free period products at all branches
All 18 branches of the county library system now provide free tampons and pads in women's and unisex restrooms, and Baker says this change makes the difference between patrons staying to utilize library services or going home.7 months ago
Brian Carlson
Salt Lake Bees remember Hall of Famer Willie Mays on Juneteenth
The Salt Lake Bees wore throwback jerseys of an all-African American team from 1906 in honor of player Willie Mays and Juneteenth.7 months ago
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com
Utah lawmakers vote to block federal protections for LGBTQ+ students under Title IX
Utah lawmakers convened in a special session on Juneteenth to declare the state's intent not to follow a federal rule providing anti-discrimination protections to transgender youth.7 months ago
Shelby Lofton
‘I think people get scared because it’s talking about slavery’: Weber State students, staff pause to celebrate and honor Juneteenth
Weber State University students and staff gathered on campus to reflect and celebrate Juneteenth.7 months ago
Alexandrea Bonilla, KSL NewsRadio
Report finds fewer Utah workers experiencing sexual harassment
An update from the Utah Women & Leadership Project addresses sexual harassment complaints across the state and concludes Utah is seeing fewer sexual harassment reports.7 months ago
Carlysle Price
Justice Department finds Utah segregating people with disabilities
The Justice Department announced Tuesday that Utah is violating the Americans with Disabilities Act, segregating Utahns with intellectual and developmental disabilities.7 months ago
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com
Weber State to axe Black, Latino, other cultural centers to comply with new diversity law
Weber State University will eliminate cultural centers for Black, Latino and other students to comply with the new Utah law targeting diversity initiatives.7 months ago
Tamara Vaifanua
Two local authors highlight the importance of family history for AAPI month
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month is coming to a close, and two local authors are talking about their new books highlighting the importance of family history.8 months ago
Tamara Vaifanua
Woman creates custom designed signs, drawing inspiration from her heritage
A popular way some families honor their 2024 grad is displaying a huge banner with their photo and name on it. Vania Lautaha has perfected this art in a unique way – drawing inspiration from her Samoan heritage.8 months ago
