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T-Mobile service back up after three hour outage

T-Mobile faced a significant service outage in Utah affecting thousands of customers due to mechanical issues with their infrastructure.

Why Root Beer Is Such A Beloved Beverage In Utah - Tasting Table

Root beer, a staple since the 1800s, remains a beloved beverage in Utah, reflecting cultural values and changing alcohol laws.
#nhl

Bruins vs. Utah 10/19/24 PREVIEW: Salt Lake Showdown

The Utah team shows early promise with strong individual performances and a determined playing style despite being a relatively new presence in the league.

Freeze, Ice, Yeti among Utah names in fan survey

Fans have 20 choices to vote on for the new name of the NHL team in Utah.
Community input is valued in naming the team as it is seen as a community asset.
The team will start with the name Utah, featuring it on their jerseys in the inaugural season before a formal rebrand for 2025-26.

Sources: NHL plan could move Coyotes to Utah

The NHL is considering relocating the Arizona Coyotes to Utah due to doubts about a new arena plan in Phoenix.
Two schedules for the next season are being prepared, one with the Coyotes in Arizona and the other in Utah.

Kaplan's buzz: Latest on the NHL in Utah and a look at the goalie market

Ryan Smith has formally requested a team for the NHL in Utah, and NHL commissioner Gary Bettman supports the idea.
Smith's ownership group, which includes the Utah Jazz and MLS Real Salt Lake City, could host a team at the Delta Center as early as next season.

NHL OKs Coyotes' sale, move to Salt Lake City

The NHL is relocating the Arizona Coyotes to Utah as a new franchise owned by Ryan and Ashley Smith for $1.2 billion.

Arizona Coyotes reportedly could be moving to Salt Lake City, Utah

The Arizona Coyotes are reportedly preparing for a move to Salt Lake City, Utah after the current season ends.
Despite social media posts implying commitment to Arizona, the NHL is actively involved in negotiations for relocating the team to Utah.

Bruins vs. Utah 10/19/24 PREVIEW: Salt Lake Showdown

The Utah team shows early promise with strong individual performances and a determined playing style despite being a relatively new presence in the league.

Freeze, Ice, Yeti among Utah names in fan survey

Fans have 20 choices to vote on for the new name of the NHL team in Utah.
Community input is valued in naming the team as it is seen as a community asset.
The team will start with the name Utah, featuring it on their jerseys in the inaugural season before a formal rebrand for 2025-26.

Sources: NHL plan could move Coyotes to Utah

The NHL is considering relocating the Arizona Coyotes to Utah due to doubts about a new arena plan in Phoenix.
Two schedules for the next season are being prepared, one with the Coyotes in Arizona and the other in Utah.

Kaplan's buzz: Latest on the NHL in Utah and a look at the goalie market

Ryan Smith has formally requested a team for the NHL in Utah, and NHL commissioner Gary Bettman supports the idea.
Smith's ownership group, which includes the Utah Jazz and MLS Real Salt Lake City, could host a team at the Delta Center as early as next season.

NHL OKs Coyotes' sale, move to Salt Lake City

The NHL is relocating the Arizona Coyotes to Utah as a new franchise owned by Ryan and Ashley Smith for $1.2 billion.

Arizona Coyotes reportedly could be moving to Salt Lake City, Utah

The Arizona Coyotes are reportedly preparing for a move to Salt Lake City, Utah after the current season ends.
Despite social media posts implying commitment to Arizona, the NHL is actively involved in negotiations for relocating the team to Utah.
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Petroleum drilling technology is now making carbon-free power

Fervo Energy's Cape Station aims to provide reliable, carbon-free power through innovative geothermal technology.

I spent 10 days solo road-tripping through Utah and Arizona. It was gorgeous, but I wish I'd known a few things before I left.

Traveling solo in the US can be empowering but comes with challenges; preparation is key, especially for altitude and connectivity issues.
#legal-issues

Utah hoping Supreme Court will break precedent and transfer vast tracts of federal land to states

Utah's public land ownership is heavily disputed, reflecting a complex battle between state rights and federal authority.

Utah judge blocks law preventing youth from accessing social media freely

The court's injunction protects minors' social media rights against Utah's restrictive law.

Utah hoping Supreme Court will break precedent and transfer vast tracts of federal land to states

Utah's public land ownership is heavily disputed, reflecting a complex battle between state rights and federal authority.

Utah judge blocks law preventing youth from accessing social media freely

The court's injunction protects minors' social media rights against Utah's restrictive law.
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The Best Wellness Hotels in Colorado and Utah

Colorado and Utah offer diverse wellness experiences, encompassing relaxation, spa treatments, and active pursuits amid breathtaking natural landscapes.
#conservation

Opinion | I Knew I Should Leave, I Couldn't Leave'

Flash floods in Utah are increasingly frequent and intense due to climate change.

Utah is suing the U.S. for control of 18.5 million acres of public land

Utah's lawsuit challenges federal retention of lands, questioning government land management practices and accessibility.

Opinion | I Knew I Should Leave, I Couldn't Leave'

Flash floods in Utah are increasingly frequent and intense due to climate change.

Utah is suing the U.S. for control of 18.5 million acres of public land

Utah's lawsuit challenges federal retention of lands, questioning government land management practices and accessibility.
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Utah's rPlus Energies breaks ground on Tesla Megapack battery system

The Green River Energy Center is set to be one of the largest solar-plus-storage facilities in the U.S., promoting sustainable energy and local job creation.
#powder-mountain

A tremendous opportunity': Utah's unique skiable outdoor art museum

Powder Mountain is transforming into a major land art investment, integrating art with the natural landscape for a year-round experience.

Netflix's co-founder will redevelop Utah resort into a 'skiable outdoor art museum'

Powder Mountain resort in Utah will be transformed into a luxury 'skiable outdoor art museum' featuring works by renowned artists starting in 2026.

A tremendous opportunity': Utah's unique skiable outdoor art museum

Powder Mountain is transforming into a major land art investment, integrating art with the natural landscape for a year-round experience.

Netflix's co-founder will redevelop Utah resort into a 'skiable outdoor art museum'

Powder Mountain resort in Utah will be transformed into a luxury 'skiable outdoor art museum' featuring works by renowned artists starting in 2026.
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Utah has the best work environment in America. Here's where your state ranks

Utah has the best work environment in the U.S. according to WalletHub's rankings.

Man vs. Trees: How a Rancher's Bulldozing Project Cost Utah Taxpayers

A wealthy executive leveraged state funding to create a luxury hunting retreat, benefiting from questionable scientific claims and political connections.

Bike veers off embankment, trapping rider 125 feet down mountain, Utah rescuers say

A dirt bike rider suffered serious injuries after a fall, prompting a complex rescue operation involving multiple agencies in Utah.

Why Utah is suing the U.S. for control of public land - High Country News

Utah's lawsuit challenges federal control over public lands, arguing for better management and accessibility amid increasing federal restrictions.

Big 12 football preview: Utah, Oklahoma State, Kansas State the frontrunners in crowded race

The Big 12 boasts competitive parity among its teams but features frontrunners like Utah and Oklahoma State as top contenders for the conference title.
#book-ban

Utah becomes the first state to ban a list of books from all schools: "Dystopian" - LGBTQ Nation

Utah became the first state to ban numerous books from schools, prioritizing child protection over artistic and educational value.

Utah bans 13 books in public schools statewide, including Judy Blume and Margaret Atwood titles

Utah implemented a blanket ban on at least 13 books, citing newly enforced law, leading to concerns about free speech and diversity in libraries.

Utah becomes the first state to ban a list of books from all schools: "Dystopian" - LGBTQ Nation

Utah became the first state to ban numerous books from schools, prioritizing child protection over artistic and educational value.

Utah bans 13 books in public schools statewide, including Judy Blume and Margaret Atwood titles

Utah implemented a blanket ban on at least 13 books, citing newly enforced law, leading to concerns about free speech and diversity in libraries.
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#education

Utah Bans 13 Books From All Public Schools

Utah state law requires removal of 13 books from schools due to perceived indecency, challenging traditional book selection processes.

School board member who questioned teen's gender faces calls to resign

A school district in Utah is calling for a state board member to resign after her social media post led to intense harassment of a basketball player.
The state board member's insinuation that a cisgender girl was a transgender boy playing girls' basketball highlights the anti-trans policies in Utah.

Utah lawmaker proposes mandated potty training for kindergarteners

A proposed Utah law would make it illegal for parents to send their kids to kindergarten without potty training them first.
The bill would establish guidelines to refer a family to a social worker for not adhering to the policy change.

Utah Bans 13 Books From All Public Schools

Utah state law requires removal of 13 books from schools due to perceived indecency, challenging traditional book selection processes.

School board member who questioned teen's gender faces calls to resign

A school district in Utah is calling for a state board member to resign after her social media post led to intense harassment of a basketball player.
The state board member's insinuation that a cisgender girl was a transgender boy playing girls' basketball highlights the anti-trans policies in Utah.

Utah lawmaker proposes mandated potty training for kindergarteners

A proposed Utah law would make it illegal for parents to send their kids to kindergarten without potty training them first.
The bill would establish guidelines to refer a family to a social worker for not adhering to the policy change.
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#avalanche

2 skiers killed after being caught in Utah avalanche, sheriff says

Two skiers killed in Utah avalanche, one rescued after avalanche near Lone Peak in Wasatch Range.
Winter's avalanche fatalities in the U.S. reach 15 deaths, lower than the annual average of 30.
Lone Peak in the Wasatch Range is popular for backcountry skiing but poses serious risks due to steep terrain.

Crews Searching for 2 Skiers After Avalanche in Utah

Emergency crews are rescuing skiers after an avalanche near Lone Peak in Utah.

2 skiers killed after being caught in Utah avalanche, sheriff says

Two skiers killed in Utah avalanche, one rescued after avalanche near Lone Peak in Wasatch Range.
Winter's avalanche fatalities in the U.S. reach 15 deaths, lower than the annual average of 30.
Lone Peak in the Wasatch Range is popular for backcountry skiing but poses serious risks due to steep terrain.

Crews Searching for 2 Skiers After Avalanche in Utah

Emergency crews are rescuing skiers after an avalanche near Lone Peak in Utah.
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Utah Is About to Roll Over on Kids' Online Safety

The Social Media Regulation Act aimed to protect kids online but is facing rollback in Utah due to pressure from tech companies.
The replacement bills in Utah weaken parental consent requirements and control measures for kids' online safety.

No, Kids Who Wear Diapers in Kindergarten Aren't Victims of Lazy Parenting

H.B. 331 in Utah proposes requiring toilet training before enrollment in kindergarten, but it is based on an erroneous assumption that children in diapers are not toilet trained.
Wetting and soiling accidents in school-age children are often symptoms of chronic constipation, not a lack of toilet training.
#transgender-rights

Utah Governor Signs Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill Into Law

Utah governor signs bill banning transgender individuals from using bathrooms that align with their gender identity.
Opponents argue that these bans are an attack on transgender people.

Utah House passes bill that restricts all trans people's use of bathrooms in the state - and threatens jail

Utah passed legislation targeting transgender individuals, denying them access to public facilities aligned with their gender identity.
The bill could send transgender individuals to prison for using public locker rooms, restrooms, and other facilities.

Utah governor signs bill to throw trans people in jail for using the correct facilities

Utah Governor Spencer Cox has signed a bill into law that creates criminal penalties for transgender people who use bathrooms associated with their gender.
The bill states that people can only use the restroom of their sex assigned at birth in publicly-owned facilities and includes penalties for those who do not comply.

Utah Sets Restrictions on Transgender People's Bathroom Use

Utah has passed a bill that bans transgender people from using bathrooms in public schools and government-owned buildings that align with their gender identity.
Transgender individuals can only use bathrooms that match their gender identity if they have had gender-affirming surgery and changed their sex on their birth certificates.

Utah Joins 10 Other States in Regulating Bathroom Access for Transgender People

Utah has become the latest state to regulate bathroom access for transgender people.
The law requires people to use bathrooms and locker rooms that match their sex assigned at birth.

Unhinged dad banned from high school basketball games after accusing player of being trans

A dad in Utah was banned from his daughter's basketball games after confronting school principals about a transgender player on the opposing team.
The dad allegedly challenged the player's eligibility based on his perception of their gender, despite the player meeting the requirements set by the Utah High School Athletics Association.

Utah Governor Signs Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill Into Law

Utah governor signs bill banning transgender individuals from using bathrooms that align with their gender identity.
Opponents argue that these bans are an attack on transgender people.

Utah House passes bill that restricts all trans people's use of bathrooms in the state - and threatens jail

Utah passed legislation targeting transgender individuals, denying them access to public facilities aligned with their gender identity.
The bill could send transgender individuals to prison for using public locker rooms, restrooms, and other facilities.

Utah governor signs bill to throw trans people in jail for using the correct facilities

Utah Governor Spencer Cox has signed a bill into law that creates criminal penalties for transgender people who use bathrooms associated with their gender.
The bill states that people can only use the restroom of their sex assigned at birth in publicly-owned facilities and includes penalties for those who do not comply.

Utah Sets Restrictions on Transgender People's Bathroom Use

Utah has passed a bill that bans transgender people from using bathrooms in public schools and government-owned buildings that align with their gender identity.
Transgender individuals can only use bathrooms that match their gender identity if they have had gender-affirming surgery and changed their sex on their birth certificates.

Utah Joins 10 Other States in Regulating Bathroom Access for Transgender People

Utah has become the latest state to regulate bathroom access for transgender people.
The law requires people to use bathrooms and locker rooms that match their sex assigned at birth.

Unhinged dad banned from high school basketball games after accusing player of being trans

A dad in Utah was banned from his daughter's basketball games after confronting school principals about a transgender player on the opposing team.
The dad allegedly challenged the player's eligibility based on his perception of their gender, despite the player meeting the requirements set by the Utah High School Athletics Association.
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Utah Gov. signs anti-trans bathroom bill, which advocates say is 'harassment in the most private of settings'

Utah's transgender bathroom ban has been signed into law by Gov. Spencer Cox.
HB 257 defines 'female' and 'male' based solely on reproductive organs and criminalizes using facilities that do not align with biological sex.

Utah to Revise Social Media Limits for Youth as Lawsuits Loom

Utah's Republican legislative leaders are reinforcing laws that require parental permission for kids to access social media apps
Laws have faced legal challenges due to concerns about constitutionality and data privacy

Luxury Home Tied to Ruby Franke Child Abuse Case Is Listed in Utah for $5.3M

Therapist Jodi Hildebrandt was arrested and pled guilty to child abuse charges
Hildebrandt's former home is on the market for $5.3 million

UCLA's dismal season hits a new low in a 46-point loss to Utah

UCLA suffers demoralizing loss to Utah
UCLA struggles with offense and defense

The most shocking videos from the National UFO Reporting Center in 2023

The National UFO Reporting Center received over 4,000 eyewitness accounts of close encounters in 2023.
The two most intriguing videos they received were a sighting in Texas and a sighting in Utah.

Utah Bills Itself as "Family-Friendly" Even as Lawmakers Have Long Neglected Child Care

High costs and limited availability of daycare continue to be major challenges for working parents, especially during the pandemic.
Utah has the highest percentage of children and the greatest shortage of licensed childcare facilities compared to other states.

High school students seen lifting car to free mom and her 2-year-old son pinned underneath

High school students in Utah lift a car to rescue a mother and her 2-year-old son trapped underneath.
About 20 students rushed to the parking lot and lifted the vehicle to allow the mother and child to be pulled to safety.

New dog-sized dinosaur species that lived underground discovered

Exceptionally preserved fossils of dog-sized underground dinosaur discovered in Utah.

Gleaming monolith pops up in Nevada desert, the latest in a series of quickly vanishing structures

The mysterious appearance of monoliths in various locations around the globe continues to captivate and intrigue people.
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