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The Utah GOP may move to reign in the power of the Central Committee. Utahns favor an independent redistricting commission. The trade war with China heats up.
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Utah GOP delegates are proposing some changes to the party's governing documents that are designed to put the clamps on some members of the State Central Committee [Utah Policy].
Our latest survey finds that most Utahns favor the ballot initiative to create an independent redistricting commission, but nearly 1/4 don't have an opinion [Utah Policy].
The medical marijuana ballot initiative nearly has enough signatures to qualify for November's ballot. Count My Vote is moving closer to securing a spot, while the redistricting and Medicaid expansion proposals are lagging behind. The Keep My Voice proposal still has not turned in any signatures [Utah Policy].
Our "Political Insiders" weigh in on whether the "March for our Lives" will have a lasting effect on the gun debate in America [Utah Policy].
We're down to the semifinals in our 2018 Utah political bracket. Cast your vote now to decide who goes to tomorrow's finals [Utah Policy].
| Majority of Utahns say they support petition to overhaul redistricting process, but nearly 1/4 don't have an opinion By Bob Bernick, Contributing Editor By a healthy majority, Utahns want a bi-partisan, independent commission to redraw congressional and legislative district boundaries rather than have the partisan Utah Legislature do it alone, a new UtahPolicy.com poll finds.... |
| There are some proposed changes to the Utah GOP constitution designed to punish central committee troublemakers By Bryan Schott, Managing Editor Some Republican delegates to next month's state GOP convention seemingly have had it with the antics of a small group of State Central Committee members who they say have hijacked the party, and are usurping the power of the state delegates to further their own interests.... |
| 2018 Utah political bracket challenge semifinals By Bryan Schott, Managing Editor It's time to vote on the "Final Four" matchups in our 2018 political bracket, with the winners heading to the finals.... |
| Medical marijuana initiative within striking distance of qualifying for ballot By Bryan Schott, Managing Editor There are just over two weeks left for the various ballot initiatives vying for a spot on the November ballot to turn in their 113,000 signatures to qualify.... |
| Will anti-gun violence marches have a lasting impact? Our 'Political Insiders' weigh in By Bryan Schott, Managing Editor Will the large anti-gun violence marches held around the country in March have a lasting effect on the gun control debate in America? Our "Political Insiders" aren't sure.... |
| Research shows Salt Lake City development loans are fueling new businesses for women, minorities and low-income entrepreneurs New research shows a large number of underrepresented business owners are getting significant support from Salt Lake City's Economic Development Fund.... |
| Congressman Rob Bishop recognized by U.S. Chamber for pro-business votes Congressman Rob Bishop (R-UT) was recognized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for his pro-business votes, along with other members of the 115th Congress.... |
Salt Lake Tribune
Op-ed: Utah ranks high on list of free-speech states
Paul Mero: Mitt Romney has a Dreamer problem
Editorial: Utah has a drug problem. It's not marijuana.
How will southern Utah's redrawn national monuments be managed?
Rolly: Why Romney is suddenly caving in to the far right on immigration - well, he's done it before
Utah's Latino legislators blast plans for Census to ask if respondents are U.S. citizens
Deseret News
Frank Pignanelli & LaVarr Webb: We gathered headlines for a foolin' day
Op-ed: Utah must continue to support victims of sexual abuse
Mia Love: Recognize that diversity gives us strength
Russia expels 60 US diplomats. What does that mean for Jon Huntsman Jr.?
Regents approve 1.5% tuition increase for Utah colleges, universities
Amid search for new homeless resource center providers, critics say not the Road Home
State asks court to toss ex-A.G. John Swallow's claim for $1.5M in attorney fees
Rep. Bishop reverts to teacher role at his education conference for Utah students
UTA board, lawmakers at odds over implementing name change
Utah Hispanic lawmakers blast Trump administration over census citizenship question
Utah seeking $26 million from insurers to cover unpaid Arches claims
Other
Editorial: What might we get if Romney is elected senator? (Daily Herald)
Candidates Perry, Wayne grateful for opponent in House District 29 race (Standard-Examiner)
Tuition, fees going up at USU (Logan Herald Journal)
Democrats target Trump, GOP at Summit County convention (Park Record)
Parkites round out election field with candidates in three Statehouse races (Park Record)
Students Stage Walkout in Support of Second Amendment (PJ Media)
Comey's book tour is a colossal mistake (The Hill)
Mexico aids Easter invasion of over 1,000 illegals into US (Washington Examiner)
China is imposing new tariffs on US meat, fruit and other products (Los Angeles Times)
Teachers across Oklahoma to strike Monday despite $6K raise (USA Today)
Trump Faces Test on Coal With FirstEnergy Appeal (Wall Street Journal)
Musk and Zuckerberg are fighting over whether we rule technology-or it rules us (Quartz)
Best Prize
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Diet
"Scientists have invented sensors that you can mount onto your teeth to track your diet from inside your mouth. Or, you could just eat less." Conan O'Brien
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