Nuclear Energy

In a test at the Idaho National Lab last week, workers were able to turn the reactor on and safely control a nuclear fission reaction, though it hasn't produced electricity yet.

It was initially proposed as a full-scale nuclear power plant, but now will focus on small modular reactors. In other news, wildlife officials safely removed a bear from a Park City neighborhood.

Our hosts discuss the Supreme Court hearing oral argument on birthright citizenship, President Trump's Iran war address to the nation, and the judge halting Trump's White House ballroom construction.

Salt Lake Tribune reporters Leia Larsen, Robert Gehrke, and Samantha Moilanen join Tom Williams to talk about the week’s top stories, including a proposal to for Utah to take on nuclear waste.

Salt Lake Tribune reporters Leia Larsen, Brooke Larsen, and Jose Davila IV talk about the week’s top stories, including Utah’s plans to bring a nuclear hub to Brigham City.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox recently announced a partnership with Holtec International and Hi Tech Solutions to establish a nuclear hub in Box Elder County.

After months of resident opposition, Logan will now invest in a natural gas plant in Power County, Idaho.

Kerry Bringhurst and Holly Richardson cover big topics of this past legislative session, including nuclear energy promotion and domestic violence prevention funding.

A new bill, HB 249, could reshape Utah's energy landscape.

In other news, a bill outlining a framework for Utah to shift towards nuclear energy is headed to the House after a unanimous vote in committee.