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Recent data shows members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have moved nearly 20 points to the left over the past two decades. Data scientist Alex Bass of Mormon Metrics says this trend lines up with a decline in devout Latter-day Saints.
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courtesy Utah Office of Energy DevelopmentThe billboards are part of an education campaign under Gov. Spencer Cox’s Operation Gigawatt. There is science behind the claim, but critics think it’s unfair. -
Hugo Rikard-Bell/KUERMientras los Utah Grizzlies disputaban su último partido en casa, aficionados de toda la vida reflexionan sobre décadas de hockey asequible, tradiciones familiares y sueños nacidos en el Maverik Center.
Great Salt Lake has already peaked this year — and could near record lows again this summer. Can federal funding make a difference? BYU ecologist Ben Abbott and biologist Bonnie Baxter join us to talk about how the lake is doing and where it’s headed after a dry winter, a warm spring and an active legislative session.
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The Democratic congressional hopeful was in hot water after offensive internet comments he made in his 20s resurfaced. It’s a real-world example of younger generations coming to grips with formative years lived largely online. -
Doug Fiefia once worked at Google. Now he's a Utah state Republican representative running to be a state senator. And like some other tech employees who've gone into politics, he's made regulating the artificial intelligence industry a campaign centerpiece. -
Defense witnesses in the prosecution of the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk say conjecture about the case is making it impossible to have a fair trial. The testimony came as attorneys for Tyler Robinson on Friday urged a Utah a judge to ban cameras from the courtroom. -
The other three books added to the list are “Life is Funny” by E.R. Frank, “The Haters” by Jesse Andrews and “People Kill People” by Ellen Hopkins. -
Despite this week’s rain and cold front, drought continues to hold Utah in its grip. That has water districts considering mandatory reductions this summer. -
Critics argue that the metrics judged by the conservative American Legislative Exchange Council don’t reflect the struggles many Utah families face. -
As one Democratic hopeful’s internet past resurfaces, political observers say it’s a signal of Democratic politics in the state becoming increasingly “mean.” -
The water supply for the Bryce Canyon National Park area comes from an underground aquifer. Scientists and residents worry that more tourism development there might strain those limited reserves. -
Naming the newly incorporated city has brought out a lot of strong feelings. Residents can share their preferences in a survey, but city council has the final say.
KUER's State Street team invites you to a night of politics-themed trivia. RSVP to reserve your spot.
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