Politics

Republican Rep Burgess Owens to Retire from Congress

The former NFL player and Trump supporter will complete his current term before stepping away from elected office.

Utah County Auditor Candidates Profiled at Pancakes and Politics Forum

Residents discuss growth, public safety and infrastructure with local officials

Utah Redistricting Challenge Fails, Giving Democrats Edge

Federal court rejects Republican effort to block new congressional map ahead of 2026 midterms

Utah Legislature Wraps Up Busy Session with Tax Cuts, Housing Initiatives, and Judicial Reforms

Lawmakers tackled a wide range of issues, from education and homelessness to technology and immigration, in the 45-day legislative session.

Utah Lawmakers Reject 'Gavin Peterson' Child Welfare Bill

Families of abuse victims criticize legislators for voting down measure to allow welfare checks on isolated children.

Utah Lawmakers Seek to Rein in Developer-Led Towns

New bill would require more county coordination before approving 'preliminary municipalities'

Farmers Protest Heber Valley Bypass with Tractor Procession

Over 50 Wasatch County residents gathered to oppose UDOT's planned highway through the North Fields

How to Remove Your Name from the 'Repeal Prop 4' Petition

Utahns who find their names on the petition can request to have their signatures withdrawn.

Residents and Officials Discuss Growth, Safety at Pancakes and Politics Forum

Wide-ranging discussion covers transportation, public safety, and education funding in Utah County

Federal Immigration Agents Increase Presence at Utah Courthouses

Increased ICE activity prompts criticism from public defenders and sheriff's office

Utah Senator Calls for Accountability After Deadly Minnesota Shooting

Curtis urges DHS reforms and transparency following federal agent's fatal shooting of Alex Pretti

White House and Democrats Still at Impasse Over ICE Reforms in DHS Funding Talks

Negotiations stall as partial government shutdown drags on with no clear resolution in sight.

San Francisco man charged for repeat Waymo vandalism

Authorities changed Walker Reed Quinn with several incidents since July.

Utah Bolsters Colorado River Authority Amid Stalled Negotiations

Lawmakers amend bill to strengthen state's position as talks over river's future continue to falter

Governors Moore and Polis to Attend White House Meeting After Reversal

Democratic leaders say they will participate but not engage in political stunts