Salt Lake County

Our hosts sit down with Lannie Chapman, Salt Lake County clerk, to discuss her role in Utah elections.

In other news, Salt Lake County is considering a bond that would combine two jails and build a "Justice and Accountability Center" to help with homelessness and mental health.

In other news, a woman died in southwest Utah on Sunday in the state's fourth heat-related death this month. And, a released report says Utah State University fired football coach Blake Anderson for contacting a potential domestic violence victim and failing to properly report the case.

In other news, a gas leak led to temporary evacuations Thursday morning in Roy in Weber County. And, Salt Lake County is offering "cool zones" for residents to escape this week's heatwave.

In other news, gubernatorial candidate Phil Lyman won't concede the primary race, citing doubts about the election. And, two Intermountain Cedar City Hospital workers were honored for their efforts during serious floods last year.

In other news, Salt Lake County libraries are now providing free menstrual products at all 18 of its branches. And, the Supreme Court is considering reviving approval for a rail project that would boost fuel production in rural eastern Utah.

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.

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.

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.

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.