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The Texas State Capitol dome in Austin

Texas abortion law: What does it mean for Utah?

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College students discuss the new Texas abortion law and what influence it might have on Utah.
Satellite image of the Great Salt Lake

What can be done to save the Great Salt Lake? The Globe joins solutions...

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We will answer the question: During a time of drought, climate change and major population growth, how can Utah better support a critical body of water?
Rocks decorate a parking strip

‘Flip Your Strip’ gaining traction, leading to removal of water-guzzling turf

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Several Utah cities in the Weber Basin Water Conservancy District have opted into the Flip Your Strip program, which encourages residents to remove turf from their parking strips.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, center, receives ILWA report

Utah’s population boom could further strain its limited water

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A report published by the Utah State University Institute of Land, Water and Air shows that Utah’s rapid population growth could further strain the state’s limited natural resources.
Person shoveling snow

Utah in ‘uncharted territory’ with record-breaking snow, Cox warns

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As snowstorms continue into April, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox warned counties to prepare for the potential for flooding.
People pouring water into Great Salt Lake from the shoreline

A pouring out of love: Utahns gather for Great Salt Lake blessing ceremony

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Children and adults took turns pouring jars and bottles of water into the Great Salt Lake on Saturday morning as part of an offering ceremony on Antelope Island.
Spencer Cox, left, Brian King, center, and Robert Latham standing at debate podiums

Behind the scenes of Utah’s 2024 gubernatorial debate

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Democratic state Rep. Brian King and Libertarian candidate J. Robert Latham spoke to The Globe before participating in the 2024 Utah gubernatorial debate at South City Campus on Sept. 11.
Portrait of Jesse Valdez

From photojournalist to public servant: Bruin alum Jesse Valdez aims for mayoral seat

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When Jesse Valdez graduated from Salt Lake Community College, he never imagined he would be running for mayor of his hometown.
Maya Angelou slide on screen

Women Overcoming Obstacles honor Maya Angelou

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Shero.us, an organization that honors extraordinary women, hosted an event to honor Dr. Maya Angelou on Wednesday, April 11. Illness kept Angelou from attending, but a roster of four guest speakers salvaged the event.
Fans browse the offerings of many vendors at Anime Salt Lake last year.

Anime Salt Lake returns to SLCC

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Convention promises to be ‘nerdfest for the masses.'

Shootout at Salt Lake Community College near Taylorsville-Redwood Campus

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Two suspects fired on police officers after a high speed chase that endangered students and residents near the Taylorsville-Redwood Campus.
Marchers hold "Let Freedom Ring" banner

Photos: MLK Day march in SLC

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Westminster College and the local community honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday.