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How a billion in new state spending could affect SLCC

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Salt Lake Community College and the Utah System of Higher Education are requesting funds from the legislature for various programs and initiatives.
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Utah Woman of the Year honoree mentors Salt Lake-area immigrants

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Luz Gamarra, the lead academic adviser for humanities and ESL students at SLCC, earned USA Today's recognition for Woman of the Year in Utah.
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SLCC votes 2022: US House District 2

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Learn more about Utah Republican Rep. Chris Stewart, Democratic challenger Nick Mitchell, and Constitution Party candidate Cassie Easley in this debate recap for the U.S. House District 2 seat.
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Voices Amplified: March 2, 2023

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Learn more about Great Salt Lake legislation and hear from local band Poolhouse on this episode of Voices Amplified on KRCL.
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The surprising pink color of Great Salt Lake’s northern portion explained

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The pink appearance of the North Arm of the Great Salt Lake looks quite different from the typical blue-green water seen near the Marina.
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Shared mobility devices present some safety issues for riders and others

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Publicly accessible shared mobility devices such as dockless e-scooters offer a cost-effective means of transportation within Salt Lake City. But these systems come with their own set of responsibilities.
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Migrantes: defensa y apoyo legitímo

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A medida que el ICE aumenta su presencia en Utah, grupos universitarios y comunitarios ofrecen información y recursos para capacitar a los inmigrantes y sus aliados.

President Obama announces new loan payment plan

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Last week, President Obama announced a new education plan that includes the re-payment of student loans. PR Web reported that on November 3, the President...
Rene Johnson (left) and Founder Celeste Greave talk with May Shero Rebecca Musser

SHEROES United invites women to share their stories

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Sheroes is looking for a few good women who have overcome trials to be leaders in the community.
Chief of the SLCPD, Chris Burbank.

Standing united at the International Transgender Day of Remembrance

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Transgender individuals killed because of their gender identity were memorialized with a candlelight vigil and a reading of names on Nov. 20.
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‘No Fixed Address’ at The Leonardo brings awareness to homelessness in Utah

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Thousands of Utahns suffer from homelessness. The Leonardo is hosting an exhibit that explores the causes and solutions to this unfortunate problem.
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What to put in a 72-hour emergency kit

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Disasters can happen any time. Here are some tips on how to be prepared for the worst.