Mark Richardson
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June 20 marked the one-year anniversary of the state's current outbreak, with no end yet in sight. Falling vaccination rates have been one of the toughest hurdles for public health officials. -
The National Parent and Youth Hotline connects people in crisis across the country with trained specialists. A new study found it made a measurable difference for those callers. -
That's according to the latest Kids Count Data Book, which measures factors like education and community. However, advocates say there are some areas Utah needs to focus more on. -
Licensed childcare providers meet only about 36% of the need in Utah, with rural communities being hit harder. That means that even if childcare were free, many would still not have access. -
This year, Utah passed a law that requires data centers to provide an estimate of their future water use. However, conservationists say that actual water use records are still kept secret. -
There's bipartisan support for trail infrastructure in Utah, but with Biden-era funding expiring this September, the future of what public transportation projects Congress will fund is unclear. -
Housing affordability was a critical issue. Lawmakers allocated $10 million in grants for first-time homebuyers, but limited it to new construction. -
Around 17% of Utahns provide unpaid care for a family member, according to a new AARP study, which can create an emotional, financial, and health toll. -
Utah is one of only seven states that produce utility-scale geothermal electricity — and while its geothermal power output is currently small, experts say its potential is massive. -
Many districts already have an established plan, but a new bill would require them in every school. Experts say the plan could save hundreds of lives each year.
