(Washington, DC) — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, along with Evangelical, Baptist, and Jewish organizations, filed a Supreme Court brief opposing legal protections for transgender people. The brief argues such protections could “jeopardize established rights and protections securing religious freedom.” LGBTQ-plus advocates counter that transgender rights do […]
(Salt Lake City, UT) — Many federal services across the Beehive State shuttered yesterday amid the U.S Government shutdown. Officials with Utah’s national parks say Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion remain open, though services and staffing are reduced. Law enforcement is reportedly taking care of shuttles, trash […]
(Logan, UT) — A bomb scare at Utah State University was apparently caused by a misplaced backpack. An emergency alert was issued Tuesday afternoon and the Old Main Building was evacuated due to a report of a suspicious package, which was detonated. It was later determined an employee had left […]
(Irving, TX) — The Big 12 Conference rules the University of Colorado must pay 50-thousand-dollars after fans directed inappropriate chants at BYU during Saturday’s football game. Commissioner Brett Yormark said hateful and discriminatory language has no place in the conference. CU-Boulder President Justin Schwartz and Athletic Director Rick George said […]
(Logan, UT) — Utah State University issued an emergency alert yesterday afternoon ordering the Old Main Building to be evacuated due to a suspicious package. The alert went out at 2:45 p.m., instructing occupants to leave immediately and follow directions from emergency personnel. USU spokesperson Amanda DeRito said police responded […]
(Cedar City, UT) — Southern Utah University is joining the Peace Corps Prep Network. The school recently announced its selection as a Peace Corps Prep university, which gives students an opportunity to prepare for international service and leadership through academics. University President Mindy Benson says this reflects SUU’s “dedication to […]
(Provo, UT) — Officials at the University of Colorado are responding after religious slurs were reportedly hurled at Saturday’s game between the Buffaloes and BYU. Witnesses say Colorado fans chanted “f- the Mormons” and other expletives during the game, which were picked up by ESPN microphones. Some witnesses say the […]
(Provo, UT) — The man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah was in court yesterday. Tyler Robinson appeared at a virtual hearing in Provo where the defense asked for a preliminary hearing. That’s where a judge will decide whether there is enough evidence against him to move […]
(Undated) — At least 20 people have been infected, and four have died, in a Listeria outbreak tied to ready-to-eat pasta meals sold nationwide, including in Utah. The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food issued a health alert yesterday warning consumers about contaminated products sold at Walmart and Trader Joe’s. […]
(Salt Lake City, UT) — The president of the Quorum of the Twelve is issuing a statement on the passing of Russell M. Nelson. The leader of the LDS Church died at age 101. The most senior apostle is now Dallin H. Oaks. In his statement, Oaks said “Millions of […]
