Utah Drought

That means the fire has been completely surrounded and is unlikely to grow larger. In other news, Lake Powell's ferry could close for good after years of issues with low water levels.

In other news, some Riverton residents oppose the city's agreement with federal immigration enforcement. And, some evacuation orders were lifted for the Widemouth 2 Fire.

Two schools backed out of using AI to read graduates' names, while another is moving forward. In other news, Utah is officially under a state of emergency for drought.

In other news, Utah's first Great Salt Lake Commissioner is stepping down. And, a Taylorsville police officer is being charged with second degree felony manslaughter for a 2024 shooting.

In other news, a Utah Supreme Court Justice has resigned after facing scrutiny from Republicans about an alleged conflict of interest. And, an emergency drought declaration could come this month.

In other news, Utah water officials are asking Utahns to not water their lawns until next month. And, using an unauthorized ATV on Ute tribal land is now considered trespassing.

The state senator said she didn't have the finances to fundraise constantly. In other news, three of Utah's most prominent families are donating millions of dollars to Great Salt Lake.

Our hosts discuss the long-term consequences of U.S. policy in the Middle East, the tie-breaking Senate budget vote, and state water pricing.

A new study finds the biggest factors behind Great Salt Lake shrinking is reduced stream flow from the Bear, Weber, and Jordan rivers, followed by evaporation from the lake surface.

The state must build resiliency into its land and water use planning to deal with water scarcity and promote responsible and sustainable growth.