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UPR News & Programs
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Watching bits of her stand-up alongside interviews of her loved ones satisfies the expected documentary structure. But the exploration of mental illness is why people should watch this. -
The bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act, co-sponsored by Utah Sen. Mike Lee, would speed up federal permitting for projects like data centers and solar farms. -
An Environmental Protection Agency official says the change will protect small businesses. Environmental groups say it will let large companies produce more pollution. -
In other news, Utah is part of a nationwide settlement with a rent-to-own finance company accused of misleading consumers. And, a 104-year-old railcar in Ogden is getting restored. -
Natalie and John discuss the lessons from the midterm elections, the incoming federal and state legislative leadership, and potential areas for bipartisan compromise. -
The project would include 1,500 homes, a small commercial space, and public trails. In other news, recent flooding closed the lower falls trail in Gunlock State Park.
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Scott Hammond is a 20-year search and rescue veteran. We talk about his experience as a K-9 specialist and what it means to be truly lost. -
The Central Arizona Project chose not to keep funding cloud seeding work in Colorado and Utah, which can help boost snow totals. The choice is part of a broader fight over Colorado River water. -
The Utah Senate Democratic Caucus called for Riebe to resign over the alleged harassment and discrimination. Her attorney claims the report "blindly adopted the view" of those caucus members. -
In other news, Providence voters approved possibly taking on the Cache County Library. And, the trial for Charlie Kirk's accused killer is set for summer 2028.
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It's nearly a quarter of the total funds distributed nationwide from activities on federal and tribal lands. Utah was also in the top 10 this year at $124 million. -
Recent snowfall, combined with weeks of snowmaking, helped crews prepare for opening day. A strong El Niño this winter could bring more precipitation, but also make conditions less predictable.
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Stream a variety of music and talk programs in Spanish from Radio Bilingüe.
Transmite una variedad de música y programas de charla de Radio Bilingüe.
Transmite una variedad de música y programas de charla de Radio Bilingüe.
A show designed to showcase local Utah musical artists and highlight public radio.
The AgWellness podcast explores mental health in the farming and ranching community.
NPR News
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Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin spoke to at the White House on Friday afternoon after the FAA issues a total ground stop. NPR was there for the briefing.
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Passengers stuck on airplanes on tarmacs across the country during the FAA ground stop on Friday share their stories.
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Some Republican state officials are reviving a bid for mail-in voting restrictions for the 2028 election by appealing a court order blocking the Postal Service from carrying out a revised ballot rule. -
The FAA has issued a nationwide ground stop. NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer talks with Tom Lintner, the former head of air traffic investigations with FAA and air traffic controller, who has a view of Dulles.
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The FAA has issued a nationwide ground stop for all U.S. airports following a "communication issue impacting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers," according to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy. -
President Trump says the "status quo" is what Gulf Arab allies want as the Iran war hits a stalemate and the U.S. midterms force a pivot from threats of attacks to economic pressure. -
Election officials are preparing for the Trump administration's pressure tactics over potential noncitizens on state voter rolls to continue, though recent court rulings pose new obstacles. -
He's the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee that oversees health aid and he's just announced he's running for Majority Leader. He spoke to NPR about his foreign aid vision. -
In this film-within-a-film, Almodóvar explores how the closest pals can suddenly become bitterly estranged — and all the ways that art imitates life (and vice versa). -
The rock band's ninth studio album features a wide range of new sonic directions.
