Affordable Housing

In other news, a program for first-time homebuyers could be expanded to include those buying an existing home — though for less financial assistance than for those buying new construction.

Natalie and Shireen sit down with the senior advisor on housing for Gov. Cox to discuss how the state hopes to house more Utahns.

In other news, Wasatch County Search and Rescue responded to three different snowmobile accidents within one hour on Monday.

This week, state lawmakers met for their annual legislative preview breakfast to discuss key issues for the upcoming legislative session.

In other news, a report found that Utahns working minimum wage would need to work 156 hours a week to afford the median rent of an apartment on their own.

Education, water management, housing affordability, and other key issues take center stage as the 2025 General Session begins.

In other news, a sediment slump has created a new rapid at Canyonlands National Park. And, the first 12 starter homes of Gov. Spencer Cox's 35,000-home goal are underway.

Republican candidate Dr. Mike Kennedy called for a hands-off government approach, while Democrat Glenn Wright advocated for multiple levels of government to work together.

The Logan City Council also set new restrictions for short-term rentals like Airbnbs, though unlicensed short-term rentals remain a challenge in the city.

The Logan Municipal Council discussed expanding secondary housing units and limiting short-term rentals in the city during its meeting Tuesday, Sept. 3.