Daniel Woodruff
GOP divisions on display in Utah legislators’ email exchange
Judging by a recent email exchange between some Republican members of the Utah House of Representatives, it appears some feelings within the party are quite raw ahead of the gubernatorial election next month.4 days ago
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com
Utah representative proposes bill to allow 18- to 20-year-olds to openly carry firearms
A newly proposed bill would allow 18- to 20-year-olds to openly carry firearms in most public spaces in Utah and prevent landlords from enforcing lease agreements that bar firearms from the premises.16 days ago
Alexander Campbell
On Voter Registration Day, here’s how you can register to vote
September 17 is National Voter Registration Day, and this year, that day holds just a little bit of extra importance.28 days ago
Lauren Steinbrecher
State leaders to discuss ‘code red’ law possibility for extreme heat
Talks are in the works about a possible “code red” law in Utah, which could regulate how county governments keep people safe in extreme heat.3 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.4 months ago
Brianna Chavez
School Safety Security Task Force discuss new requirements for schools as part of new bill
The School Safety Security Task Force met on Monday for the first time this year to discuss new school safety requirements implemented in HB84.4 months ago
Lindsay Aerts
SEG downtown plans include new hotel, housing, jumbotron and ‘experience’ plaza
Smith Entertainment Group executive Mike Maughan sat down for an interview with KSL's Lindsay Aerts on Monday to discuss the group's plans for downtown's revitalization.4 months ago
Daniella Rivera and Annie Knox
KSL Truth Test: Fact-checking claims from Utah GOP candidates fighting to replace Romney
The KSL Investigators put claims from Republican candidates for U.S. Senate through the KSL Truth Test. Here are the facts, context and details you’ll need to get a better picture of the issues.4 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.4 months ago
Daniella Rivera
Could making this change help Utah improve sexual assault prosecutions?
Only a fraction of sexual assaults reported to police in Utah result in criminal charges for the perpetrator, but a legislative proposal could potentially change that.6 months ago
Daniel Woodruff
New Utah school safety law earns praise from victims’ families, but cost concerns persist
Family members who lost children in the deadliest high school shooting in U.S. history came to Utah to celebrate a new law aimed at making schools safer.6 months ago
Daniel Woodruff
Governor highlights bills to help Utah homebuyers, but will they make a difference?
Gov. Spencer Cox on Thursday highlighted several new bills he just signed into law that are aimed at getting more buyers into the market.7 months ago
Mark Jones
Several wildlife-related bills passed into law during 2024 legislative session
A number of wildlife management-related bills have been signed into law by Gov. Spencer Cox, following the completion of the 2024 Utah Legislature.7 months ago
Daniel Woodruff
Salt Lake Co. DA reacts after governor signs controversial bill targeting his office
Salt Lake County’s top prosecutor is reacting after the governor signed a controversial bill imposing new rules on his office.7 months ago
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com
Gov. Spencer Cox vetoes 7 bills he thinks are unnecessary from recent legislative session
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has vetoed several bills passed by lawmakers, after encouraging lawmakers to pass fewer bills in the future legislative sessions.7 months ago
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com
‘Could have been a phone call’: Spencer Cox thinks Utah lawmakers are passing too many bills
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said Thursday that lawmakers have passed too many bills this year. He has signed 503 of the 591 bills passed by the Legislature this year, and has through today to sign or veto any legislation.7 months ago
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com
Cox signs bills for major league stadiums in Salt Lake City
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has signed two bills to create the framework for MLB and NHL stadiums in Salt Lake City.7 months ago
Lindsay Aerts
Japantown advocates push for preservation of downtown street amid NHL stadium plans
A little-known but impactful section of Salt Lake City's downtown is soon to be at the center of a new vision for the city.7 months ago
Daniel Woodruff
Utah state senator to undergo ‘aggressive’ cancer treatment
A Utah state senator is beginning radiation treatments this week to treat a “quite aggressive” form of prostate cancer.7 months ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
Road rage, lane filtering and other notable Utah transportation bills passed in 2024
Utah lawmakers passed several transportation bills during this year's legislative session, including new road rage laws.7 months ago
Shara Park
Opposition groups call for Gov. Cox to veto employee firearm bill for teachers, school staff
Opponents of HB119 are calling for Utah's Gov. Spencer Cox to veto.8 months ago
Lindsay Aerts
Final day of Utah’s 2024 legislative session saw billions in funding and a move to ban pride flags
The final day of Utah’s 2024 Legislature saw over 100 bills passed, involving funding for downtown, social media restrictions for minors, and a $29.4 billion budget.8 months ago
Daniel Woodruff
Republicans tout legislative successes while Democrats criticize polarization
The Utah Legislature adjourns Friday night after a 45-day session that was jam-packed with hundreds of bills on various issues.8 months ago
