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KUER @kuer.org · 9h

“His writings and his influence and his example live on, and so does our grief at his passing,” said church leader Dallin H. Oaks.

Nelson’s funeral mourns a Latter-day Saint whose ‘influence and example live on’

Russell M. Nelson was laid to rest in a private graveside service following a remembrance and celebration of his life at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' conference center in Salt…

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KUER @kuer.org · 14h

The shutdown has potential park-goers worried about their fall trip plans. Especially those headed to Moab, a top spot for tourists this time of year.

Utah will keep its valuable national parks open during the government shutdown

Utah is stepping in to keep parks open while Congress hashes out the funding gap. Local businesses say that support has been a lifeline during a tricky year for park visitation.

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KUER @kuer.org · 15h

The lawmakers behind the standards bill say they’re just following the letter of the guidance in the judge’s August ruling that tossed out the congressional map.

With GOP-authored standards in place, Utah’s redistricting fight heads back to court

Were the standards passed in the special session needed clarity or “a wolf in sheep's clothing?” Plaintiffs in the redistricting case immediately responded in court.

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KUER @kuer.org · 15h

Any precipitation is good precipitation. That checks out. But it takes more than one storm to make up for months of dry weather.

Utah’s October burst of rain is welcome, but may not be enough after a dry year

The water year that ended Sept. 30 was one of the driest on record for parts of the state, including Salt Lake City and St. George.

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KUER @kuer.org · 16h

The state had tried more than once to get the case tossed. Ultimately, the families involved in pressing the challenge voluntarily dropped it.

Challenge to Utah’s transgender sports ban ends as Supreme Court takes similar cases

The families of two transgender minors who sued over the 2022 law have agreed to dismiss the lawsuit. But at the same time, the U.S. Supreme Court is slated to hear similar cases from Idaho and West…

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KUER @kuer.org · 16h

As Street Dawg Crew director Chelle Hilton-King sees it, when one person is struggling, the entire community is.

As homeless rates climb, the Street Dawg Crew helps Utahns by supporting their pets

“I figure I can't fix homelessness, but I can at least help some best friends go to bed with full bellies,” said Street Dawg Crew volunteer Micky Baker.

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KUER @kuer.org · 17h

Utah lawmakers settled on a map. What happens now?

Utah lawmakers back Map C as their preferred congressional redistricting map

The Legislature has made its call on which map it wants to represent Utah’s congressional districts. It will now be sent to Judge Gibson as part of Utah’s court-ordered redistricting process.

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KUER @kuer.org · 18h

The folks suing over redistricting called the law “a wolf in sheep’s clothing” and an effort to “change the rules of the game.”

With GOP-authored standards in place, Utah’s redistricting fight heads back to court

Were the standards passed in the special session needed clarity or “a wolf in sheep's clothing?” Plaintiffs in the redistricting case immediately responded in court.

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KUER @kuer.org · 19h

Former lawmaker Kera Birkeland, who sponsored the original transgender sports bill, called the dismissal a “significant victory.”

Challenge to Utah’s transgender sports ban ends as Supreme Court takes similar cases

The families of two transgender minors who sued over the 2022 law have agreed to dismiss the lawsuit. But at the same time, the U.S. Supreme Court is slated to hear similar cases from Idaho and West…

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KUER @kuer.org · 19h

He was “the man for whom the word gentleman was created,” said Quorum member Jeffrey R. Holland.

Nelson’s funeral mourns a Latter-day Saint whose ‘influence and example live on’

Russell M. Nelson was laid to rest in a private graveside service following a remembrance and celebration of his life at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' conference center in Salt…

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KUER @kuer.org · 19h

UVU’s public safety concerns were brought up in the past. A warning a decade ago said its police department was understaffed.

Utah Valley University, where Charlie Kirk was shot, lacked key public safety tools

An Associated Press review of Utah Valley University found the school lacked several key public safety measures and practices that are standard security for events around the country.

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KUER @kuer.org · 20h

Redistricting 🗓️ to know:

🏛️10/17 - Both sides submit materials supporting their map
👂10/23-24 - evidentiary hearing if needed
🏛️10/28 - Cases made to judge
✍️11/10 - Judge’s deadline to sign off on new map

Utah lawmakers back Map C as their preferred congressional redistricting map

The Legislature has made its call on which map it wants to represent Utah’s congressional districts. It will now be sent to Judge Gibson as part of Utah’s court-ordered redistricting process.

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

The tests could work well in a state more evenly split between Democrats and Republicans, critics say. That’s not the case in Utah.

With GOP-authored standards in place, Utah’s redistricting fight heads back to court

Were the standards passed in the special session needed clarity or “a wolf in sheep's clothing?” Plaintiffs in the redistricting case immediately responded in court.

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

Former UVU campus safety leaders said pleas for more resources had been rejected, even after they pointed out that school safety measures hadn’t kept up with its growth.

Utah Valley University, where Charlie Kirk was shot, lacked key public safety tools

An Associated Press review of Utah Valley University found the school lacked several key public safety measures and practices that are standard security for events around the country.

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

Utah Dems were not in favor of Map C. They expect the legal battle over Utah’s congressional districts to continue.

Utah lawmakers back Map C as their preferred congressional redistricting map

The Legislature has made its call on which map it wants to represent Utah’s congressional districts. It will now be sent to Judge Gibson as part of Utah’s court-ordered redistricting process.

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

Sisters Arlene Bartholomew and Elva Richman-Robins have roots in Millard County. It’s not always easy to get to games, but “no matter where the kids go, we travel to them.”

At Fillmore’s homecoming game, a potato comes with a side of help your neighbor

The Millard High School girls’ volleyball team has revived an annual baked potato fundraiser. It’s just one way residents of the small town support each other.

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

It’s not uncommon for low-income Utahns to prioritize feeding their pets when they lack enough food for themselves.

As homeless rates climb, the Street Dawg Crew helps Utahns by supporting their pets

“I figure I can't fix homelessness, but I can at least help some best friends go to bed with full bellies,” said Street Dawg Crew volunteer Micky Baker.

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

If you’re looking to hit up Dead Horse Point or Goblin Valley right now, you’re good to go. Utah’s state parks aren’t affected at all by the shutdown.

Utah will keep its valuable national parks open during the government shutdown

Utah is stepping in to keep parks open while Congress hashes out the funding gap. Local businesses say that support has been a lifeline during a tricky year for park visitation.

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

While Utah’s transgender sports ban seems to be settled here, SCOTUS is set to hear 2 cases on the same issue in its new term.

Challenge to Utah’s transgender sports ban ends as Supreme Court takes similar cases

The families of two transgender minors who sued over the 2022 law have agreed to dismiss the lawsuit. But at the same time, the U.S. Supreme Court is slated to hear similar cases from Idaho and West…

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

These 2 fluffs are Chummer and Allora. When their parents can afford to make the trek over to SLC from Grantsville, they can get a month’s worth of free kibble.

As homeless rates climb, the Street Dawg Crew helps Utahns by supporting their pets

“I figure I can't fix homelessness, but I can at least help some best friends go to bed with full bellies,” said Street Dawg Crew volunteer Micky Baker.

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

The new map testing standards drew an almost immediate court response from the League of Women Voters and others.

With GOP-authored standards in place, Utah’s redistricting fight heads back to court

Were the standards passed in the special session needed clarity or “a wolf in sheep's clothing?” Plaintiffs in the redistricting case immediately responded in court.

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

🎶 It's gonna gonna gonna gonna. It's gonna be Map C. 🎶

That's what lawmakers want. So, now what?

Utah lawmakers back Map C as their preferred congressional redistricting map

The Legislature has made its call on which map it wants to represent Utah’s congressional districts. It will now be sent to Judge Gibson as part of Utah’s court-ordered redistricting process.

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

Water managers: ~grumble~ Let's all say goodbye to a lousy water year. Don't let the door...

Salt Lakers: Hey! Did you see all that rain we got over the weekend? Wasn't that sumthin?

Water manager: Yeah, but...

Utah’s October burst of rain is welcome, but may not be enough after a dry year

The water year that ended Sept. 30 was one of the driest on record for parts of the state, including Salt Lake City and St. George.

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz called it a “major win for fairness, safety, and the preservation of women’s sports in Utah.”

Challenge to Utah’s transgender sports ban ends as Supreme Court takes similar cases

The families of two transgender minors who sued over the 2022 law have agreed to dismiss the lawsuit. But at the same time, the U.S. Supreme Court is slated to hear similar cases from Idaho and West…

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KUER @kuer.org · 1d

Helping dish out baked potatoes and pulled pork on a game night is more fulfilling to Millard High junior Eliza Larsen, rather than just asking for donations. “I feel like it's good because, you know, the community has your back.”

At Fillmore’s homecoming game, a potato comes with a side of help your neighbor

The Millard High School girls’ volleyball team has revived an annual baked potato fundraiser. It’s just one way residents of the small town support each other.

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