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Utah's Blake Moore said he’s spent the week reassuring Danish officials as President Donald Trump expresses a desire to acquire Greenland.
Blake Moore’s job as co-chair of a Denmark Caucus just got harder
Utah's Blake Moore said he’s spent the week reassuring Danish officials as President Donald Trump expresses a desire to acquire Greenland.
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January 10, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Utah's Blake Moore said he’s spent the week reassuring Danish officials as President Donald Trump expresses a desire to acquire Greenland.
This week, Nibley’s new nature park is gearing up to open and we take the community’s sentiment toward e-scooters in Cache Valley. Plus, USU B-ball is on a tear!
From The Cache Crop: Is the Bear River Range still topping Utah’s snowpack?
This week, Nibley’s new nature park is gearing up to open and we take the community’s sentiment toward e-scooters in Cache Valley. Plus, USU B-ball is on a tear!
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January 10, 2026 at 6:21 PM
This week, Nibley’s new nature park is gearing up to open and we take the community’s sentiment toward e-scooters in Cache Valley. Plus, USU B-ball is on a tear!
In December, then Mayor-elect Mark Anderson and his wife were caught stealing signs from Logan residents’ yards. He later returned the signs and apologized.
Anderson was sworn in as mayor Tuesday.
Anderson was sworn in as mayor Tuesday.
What the new mayor of Cache Valley’s largest city says about managing growth, housing affordability
In December, then Mayor-elect Mark Anderson and his wife were caught stealing signs from Logan residents’ yards. He later returned the signs and apologized.
Anderson was sworn in as mayor Tuesday.
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January 10, 2026 at 5:23 PM
In December, then Mayor-elect Mark Anderson and his wife were caught stealing signs from Logan residents’ yards. He later returned the signs and apologized.
Anderson was sworn in as mayor Tuesday.
Anderson was sworn in as mayor Tuesday.
House Minority Leader Angela Romero said Trevor Lee’s bill “infuriates her.”
“It’s so mean-spirited that you’re going to pick on children to push this political rhetoric.”
“It’s so mean-spirited that you’re going to pick on children to push this political rhetoric.”
‘They need to go back’: Utah lawmaker seeks to end food and vaccination benefits for undocumented immigrants
A bill proposed by Rep. Trevor Lee seeks to end state benefits for undocumented immigrants, including aid to pregnant mothers, homeless services, children's health coverage and vaccination programs. Lee says those people "need to go back" to their homes.
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January 10, 2026 at 4:25 PM
House Minority Leader Angela Romero said Trevor Lee’s bill “infuriates her.”
“It’s so mean-spirited that you’re going to pick on children to push this political rhetoric.”
“It’s so mean-spirited that you’re going to pick on children to push this political rhetoric.”
JessaKae’s imaginative and inclusive brand launched nearly 10 years ago and has since grown a large, loyal following.
How this whimsical Utah dress shop captured the world’s attention, with ethereal gowns in nearly every size
JessaKae’s imaginative and inclusive brand launched nearly 10 years ago and has since grown a large, loyal following.
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January 10, 2026 at 3:26 PM
JessaKae’s imaginative and inclusive brand launched nearly 10 years ago and has since grown a large, loyal following.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will lease land from a public university so it can build new meetinghouses in the fastest growing city in Utah.
This Utah university is leasing land to the LDS Church — and getting $4 million in return
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will lease land from a public university so it can build new meetinghouses in the fastest growing city in Utah.
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January 10, 2026 at 2:28 PM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will lease land from a public university so it can build new meetinghouses in the fastest growing city in Utah.
Utah and the No. 9-ranked Cougars play Saturday at the Huntsman Center.
Runnin’ Utes legend Alex Jensen prepares his team for a rivalry showdown with BYU
Utah and the No. 9-ranked Cougars play Saturday at the Huntsman Center.
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January 10, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Utah and the No. 9-ranked Cougars play Saturday at the Huntsman Center.
“Utah schools have to do better,” writes The Salt Lake Tribune editorial board. “But the only way that can happen is if Utah does better by its schools.”
Tribune editorial: Utah schools have a job ahead of them. They need our help.
“Utah schools have to do better,” writes The Salt Lake Tribune editorial board. “But the only way that can happen is if Utah does better by its schools.”
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January 10, 2026 at 5:07 AM
“Utah schools have to do better,” writes The Salt Lake Tribune editorial board. “But the only way that can happen is if Utah does better by its schools.”
Check out Pat Bagley's latest cartoon: Homeland Insecurity
Bagley Cartoon: Homeland Insecurity
Check out Pat Bagley's latest cartoon: Homeland Insecurity
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January 10, 2026 at 4:09 AM
Check out Pat Bagley's latest cartoon: Homeland Insecurity
A majestic organ built in American Fork is bringing music to an Episcopal parish in Manhattan.
New made-in-Utah pipe organ signals rebirth for church after fire, flood and ‘plague’
A majestic organ built in American Fork is bringing music to an Episcopal parish in Manhattan.
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January 10, 2026 at 3:10 AM
A majestic organ built in American Fork is bringing music to an Episcopal parish in Manhattan.
Organized labor has long struggled to gain a foothold in Utah’s service industry. But after The SunTrapp’s success, labor researchers think more could follow.
Utah has its first unionized bar, but it won’t be the last, experts say
Organized labor has long struggled to gain a foothold in Utah’s service industry. But after The SunTrapp's success, labor researchers think more could follow.
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January 10, 2026 at 2:15 AM
Organized labor has long struggled to gain a foothold in Utah’s service industry. But after The SunTrapp’s success, labor researchers think more could follow.
After a deadly Salt Lake City church shooting, the two victims who were killed have been identified. Here is the story of one of those victiims.
LDS Church shooting victim was seeking to turn his life around
After a deadly Salt Lake City church shooting, the two victims who were killed have been identified. Here is the story of one of those victiims.
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January 10, 2026 at 1:20 AM
After a deadly Salt Lake City church shooting, the two victims who were killed have been identified. Here is the story of one of those victiims.
A suspect is in custody after two people were shot during a South Ogden incident that began late Thursday in which police were fired upon in what was described as an ambush.
2 injured, suspect in custody after ‘ambush’ incident in South Ogden
A suspect is in custody after two people were shot during a South Ogden incident that began late Thursday in which police were fired upon in what was described as an ambush.
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January 10, 2026 at 12:26 AM
A suspect is in custody after two people were shot during a South Ogden incident that began late Thursday in which police were fired upon in what was described as an ambush.
“In 2026, public health is neither retreating nor standing still,” write Caitlyn Jasumback and Morgan Hadden in an op-ed. “It is adapting to a challenging landscape while continuing work that directly affects the lives of Utahns.”
Voices: Amid significant threats, Utah needs to prioritize public health funding, evidence-based programs and the workforce that protects us all
“In 2026, public health is neither retreating nor standing still,” write Caitlyn Jasumback and Morgan Hadden in an op-ed. “It is adapting to a challenging landscape while continuing work that directly affects the lives of Utahns.”
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January 9, 2026 at 11:31 PM
“In 2026, public health is neither retreating nor standing still,” write Caitlyn Jasumback and Morgan Hadden in an op-ed. “It is adapting to a challenging landscape while continuing work that directly affects the lives of Utahns.”
“I hope 2026 is the year Utah finally acknowledges that housing affordability cannot be solved city by city,” writes Alessandro Rigolon in an op-ed. “If it is not, the consequences are not abstract.”
Voices: Utah’s housing crisis will outgrow local control in 2026
“I hope 2026 is the year Utah finally acknowledges that housing affordability cannot be solved city by city,” writes Alessandro Rigolon in an op-ed. “If it is not, the consequences are not abstract.”
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January 9, 2026 at 11:01 PM
“I hope 2026 is the year Utah finally acknowledges that housing affordability cannot be solved city by city,” writes Alessandro Rigolon in an op-ed. “If it is not, the consequences are not abstract.”
A generative A.I. program could change the way Utahns get their prescriptions renewed. The head of the Utah Medical Association, though, is worried it doesn't have enough guardrails to protect patients.
Utahns can use A.I. to renew their drug prescriptions. A tech company touts the benefits, but doctors have concerns.
A generative A.I. program could change the way Utahns get their prescriptions renewed. The head of the Utah Medical Association, though, is worried it doesn't have enough guardrails to protect patients.
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January 9, 2026 at 10:31 PM
A generative A.I. program could change the way Utahns get their prescriptions renewed. The head of the Utah Medical Association, though, is worried it doesn't have enough guardrails to protect patients.
Gov. Spencer Cox signed a deal with the U.S. Forest Service expanding the state's role in managing federal forest land. Environmental groups say it's part of Utah's push to take over federal lands and will mean more logging and roads.
Utah, feds ink new deal to manage 8 million acres of national forests. Here’s what it means.
Gov. Spencer Cox signed a deal with the U.S. Forest Service expanding the state's role in managing federal forest land. Environmental groups say it's part of Utah's push to take over federal lands and will mean more logging and roads.
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January 9, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Gov. Spencer Cox signed a deal with the U.S. Forest Service expanding the state's role in managing federal forest land. Environmental groups say it's part of Utah's push to take over federal lands and will mean more logging and roads.
The child was found inside a vehicle in the park, while the mother was found nearby. Authorities say the case is being investigated as a homicide and suicide.
6-year-old child found dead in Canyonlands National Park
A 6-year-old boy was found unresponsive inside a vehicle in Canyonlands National Park on the morning of Jan. 8 and was later pronounced dead, according to the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:31 PM
The child was found inside a vehicle in the park, while the mother was found nearby. Authorities say the case is being investigated as a homicide and suicide.
Snowpack in the mountains that feed the Colorado River, the water supply for 40 million people, is off to its worst start in a quarter century.
Utah’s snowpack is at a record low. Here’s what the latest water forecast shows.
Snowpack in the mountains that feed the Colorado River, the water supply for 40 million people, is off to its worst start in a quarter century.
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January 9, 2026 at 8:49 PM
Snowpack in the mountains that feed the Colorado River, the water supply for 40 million people, is off to its worst start in a quarter century.
Salt Lake City police continue to investigate the deadly Wednesday shooting outside a Latter-day Saint meetinghouse.
Quick read: Here’s the latest on the Salt Lake City LDS church shooting as of Friday
Salt Lake City police continue to investigate the deadly Wednesday shooting outside a Latter-day Saint meetinghouse.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Salt Lake City police continue to investigate the deadly Wednesday shooting outside a Latter-day Saint meetinghouse.
Do you support the proposed “bell-to-bell” ban on cellphone use in Utah schools? Do you have concerns? What other solutions would you prefer?
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January 9, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Do you support the proposed “bell-to-bell” ban on cellphone use in Utah schools? Do you have concerns? What other solutions would you prefer?
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The Stokes Nature Center is opening a community nature park in Nibley featuring trails, gardens, yurts and preserved open space for wildlife.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2026/01/08/stokes-nature-center-open-nibley
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January 9, 2026 at 6:02 PM
The Stokes Nature Center is opening a community nature park in Nibley featuring trails, gardens, yurts and preserved open space for wildlife.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2026/01/08/stokes-nature-center-open-nibley
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2026/01/08/stokes-nature-center-open-nibley
A bill proposed by Rep. Trevor Lee seeks to end state benefits for undocumented immigrants, including aid to pregnant mothers, homeless services, children's health coverage and vaccination programs. Lee says those people "need to go back" to their homes.
‘They need to go back’: Utah lawmaker seeks to end food and vaccination benefits for undocumented immigrants
A bill proposed by Rep. Trevor Lee seeks to end state benefits for undocumented immigrants, including aid to pregnant mothers, homeless services, children's health coverage and vaccination programs. Lee says those people "need to go back" to their homes.
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January 9, 2026 at 5:06 PM
A bill proposed by Rep. Trevor Lee seeks to end state benefits for undocumented immigrants, including aid to pregnant mothers, homeless services, children's health coverage and vaccination programs. Lee says those people "need to go back" to their homes.
In booming southern Utah, families are struggling to afford homes — even as new $400,000 “starter homes” crop up across the region. But what actually counts as affordable housing?
Why $400K ‘starter homes’ are still out of reach in southern Utah
In booming southern Utah, families are struggling to afford homes — even as new $400,000 “starter homes” crop up across the region. But what actually counts as affordable housing?
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January 9, 2026 at 4:12 PM
In booming southern Utah, families are struggling to afford homes — even as new $400,000 “starter homes” crop up across the region. But what actually counts as affordable housing?
On one of her last days in office as Provo's first female mayor, Michelle Kaufusi reflected on her eight-year tenure and mulled her next move. "I'm just so proud," she said.
Mayor Michelle Kaufusi made history in Provo. Here’s how she’s turning the page.
On one of her last days in office as Provo's first female mayor, Michelle Kaufusi reflected on her eight-year tenure and mulled her next move. "I'm just so proud," she said.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:18 PM
On one of her last days in office as Provo's first female mayor, Michelle Kaufusi reflected on her eight-year tenure and mulled her next move. "I'm just so proud," she said.