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Federal prosecutors in NY and DC resign after refusing to drop Mayor Eric Adams charges; IN weighs Bitcoin bet in state investments; In rural east KY, communities find ways to boost kids early learning; and start date for MN's paid leave law is now up for debate.

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Federal workers tasked with securing elections from foreign interference are placed on leave, parents' organizations reject dismantling Dept. of Education, and the Congressional Black Caucus presses discussions on slavery reparations.

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Rural America struggles with opioids and homelessness in unexpected ways, Colorado's Lariat Ditch could help spur local recreation, and book deliveries revive rural communities hit by Hurricane Helene.

Utah

In the latest Conservation in the West poll, 70% of Utahns say they prefer leaders place more emphasis on protecting water, air, wildlife habitat and recreation areas over maximizing the amount of land available for drilling and mining. (Adobe Stock)

Friday, February 14, 2025

UT national monuments scrutinized under Trump's '15-day review'

The Trump administration has mandated a 15-day review of public lands and national monuments, including those in Utah. During his first term…

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The most recent U.S. Census of Agriculture, from 2022, reported 79% of all farms in Utah are small and family owned, with annual incomes of less than $350,000. (Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

'Factory farming' and the true cost of a burger

The The New York Times and Washington Post are getting pushback for recent editorials defending large-scale factory farms. Some environmental groups …

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Utah's overall rate of educational attainment has increased by 22.5 percentage points since 2009. (Adobe Stock)
Report: Utah sits well above national average for adults' degree attainment

Utah has made noteworthy progress in increasing the number of working-age adults who hold a degree or credential beyond high school. Credentials are …

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About 56% of Democrats want affordable housing for low-income Utahns, compared with 22% of Republicans. About 44% of Republicans desire affordable housing for first-time home buyers, while only 22% of Democrats feel the same way. (Adobe Stock)
Cost of living, political dysfunction top concerns for Utahns

The Utah Legislature has been in session for almost two weeks and one nonprofit research organization contended in order for state lawmakers to be eff…

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Of the more than 56,000 Utah students who have been diagnosed with major depression, mental-health advocates say almost half do not receive proper treatment. (Adobe Stock)
Utah could play stronger role in promoting student mental health

Advocates for mental health say Utah policymakers need to consider the important role schools can and should play in keeping at-risk students safe and…

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UT drivers want to pay less at the pump, value fuel-efficient cars

Most drivers want to save as much money as they can at the gas pump, and that is exactly what Consumer Reports' latest survey found. Chris Harto…

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Under the Agricultural Water Optimization Program, the maximum grant amount for irrigation/canal companies is $1,000,000, according to the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food. (Adobe Stock)
Utah program incentivizes farmers to optimize water use

A Utah grant program is aiming to incentivize farmers to optimize their water use. Historically, Utah agriculture has accounted for up to 80% of the …

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Report: Medicaid a 'lifeline' for rural Utahns

Congressional leaders are considering what some call "highly consequential decisions" about the future of Medicaid - and Utah advocates are weighing i…

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The Bureau of Land Management manages about 22.8 million acres in Utah. (Nathaniel Gonzales/Adobe Stock)
SCOTUS rejects Utah's attempt to control public lands

The U.S. Supreme Court has opted not to hear a lawsuit brought by the State of Utah, which alleged the federal government's ownership of large parts …

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Prior to serving in the previous Trump administration, Russell Vought spent more than 20 years working in Washington, D.C., with grassroots and public policy organizations, according to the White House. (Tia Dufour/Official White House Photo)
Advocate: Trump nominee could jeopardize environmental progress in UT

Russell Vought is one of the key architects behind the conservative, right-wing blueprint Project 2025, and President-elect Donald Trump has tapped …

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Utah's economy and royalties from energy development on extensive state trust lands typically are the largest source of income for Utah's public school trust fund. (Adobe Stock)
Utah looks to diversify energy portfolio as AI gains momentum

Many contend Utah, like the greater United States, is facing an energy crisis, and the fast development and expansion of artificial intelligence …

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From 2016 to 2023, an estimated 1.8 million toy-related injuries for all ages were treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments, an average of 226,300 injuries per year, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. (Zarya Maxim/Adobe Stock)
Medical, legal experts warn parents about dangers of toys this holiday season

Utah trauma surgeons are wanting parents to be vigilant about the dangers toys with magnets or button batteries can pose, after they've seen several …

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