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On July 16, 1945, the U.S. detonated the first nuclear bomb. In the years that followed, other tests led to a wave of health problems in Utah and across the West. Now, advocates are celebrating the expansion of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act.
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Vanessa Hudson/KUERMayor Erin Mendenhall said Salt Lake City has made “tremendous progress” on its safety plan, but she’s disappointed that the Legislature hasn’t acted on more recommendations. -
Ross D. Franklin/APAt Grand Canyon National Park, a lightning-sparked fire that started July 4 highlighted the challenges of using fire to benefit the landscape. The wind-whipped flames ended up consuming a historic lodge and dozens of other structures.
Death doula Alua Arthur is a witness and shepherd to people who have reached the end of life. When death is near, many of Arthur’s clients become contemplative. Arthur says contemplating mortality isn't only important for the dying: it breathes new potential into your life, too.
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Mediation began in May and the conferences failed to reach an agreement on more than $55 million in “poaching” fees by Tuesday’s deadline. Colorado State, Utah State, San Diego State, Fresno State and Boise State are set to join the Pac-12 in 2026. -
Rob Sowby, a civil engineering professor at Brigham Young University published research earlier this year on the role of public water systems in firefighting. -
After staffing shortages, a deadly parvo outbreak and a hoarding case, the shelter has new programs and new leadership. -
La clínica para personas sin seguro en Utah está programada para abrir a finales de 2025 o principios de 2026 en el campus de Orem de Utah Valley University. -
The call from Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz may sound prudent, but many fire policy experts worry it may signal a return to aggressive suppression that has been linked to growing wildfire severity. -
Having fewer judges could increase wait times and lead to fewer deportations, which runs counter to the Trump administration’s goals, said one Utah immigration attorney. -
While a Utah judge set a September execution date, the court scheduled another hearing to determine whether the inmate with dementia needs another mental evaluation to determine competency. -
City leaders listened to resident feedback and kept the center in its original neighborhood. But it’s too expensive for some, said the leader of a local nonprofit. -
Between dams, diversions and a changing climate, the Colorado River doesn’t flow like it used to. Now, scientists and conservationists in Utah are working to give cottonwood trees a better chance.
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