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In other news: Rainn Wilson, famous for his role as Dwight Schrute in "The Office," will be speaking at Weber State University's 2024 commencement ceremony, and MountainStar Healthcare has appointed a new president.
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In other news, David Yocom, a former Salt Lake County District Attorney known for his successful prosecutions in several high-profile Utah cases, has died at 85.
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In other news, Gov. Spencer Cox sent letters to educators encouraging them to restrict cell phone access in classrooms. And, Salt Lake County is increasing the pay for many of its hourly employees.
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A new report finds the share of tech jobs in what are known as "superstar" cities such as the Bay Area, Boston, LA and New York has dipped in recent years, while it's been growing in other cities, including Salt Lake City.
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In other news, Utah's population growth over the last year had more new residents from out-of-state or out-of-country than births.
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Higher rates of syphilis in women of childbearing age also increases the risk for syphilis in newborns, which can be fatal. Salt Lake County is currently facing barriers to testing and treatment of syphilis.
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On Monday, the American Red Cross of Utah is holding an event in Cache County which will allow Cache residents to observe and participate hands-on in a simulation of operating an emergency shelter in times of disaster.
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The Central Wasatch Commission wants to not only expand busing through the canyon, but potentially build mobility hubs at Solitude and Brighton.
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Mike Weichers, mayor of Cottonwood Heights, is at The National League of Cities' Congressional City Conference in Washington, D.C., this week to meet with federal officials and learn about federal projects and funding.
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For the first time since 2011, Salt Lake County is seeing a decrease in year-to-year housing prices.