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University of Utah students voice their thoughts on democracy

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As part of the International Day of Democracy on Sept. 15, U students discussed DEI changes in Utah, gerrymandering and political polarization.
From left to right: Evan, Lillian and Marilee Hawkins

Utah Pride rally and march fosters ‘Unapologetic’ LGBTQ+ community

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The "Unapologetic" Utah Pride Rally and March united LGBTQ+ people and their allies to begin 2023 Pride Week festivities.
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Like Utah, California has had pipeline dreams to save its drying Salton Sea

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Californians discuss the possibility of building a canal or pipeline from the Sea of Cortez in Mexico to their own ailing terminal salt lake, the Salton Sea.

Bears Ears monument illustrates cultural divide

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The fight over Bears Ears National Monument has stirred up a lingering rift between local communities.
Joseph Batzel, left, and Steve Odenthal

Lessons learned at LUW conference

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Rex Magana has a recap of some notable presentations from the League of Utah Writers conference on Saturday.

Global contributions by local volunteers

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This time of year we think about what we are grateful for, perhaps looking around for something significant to be part of. Unfortunately, many...
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.

Bikers leather up for safety

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Spring's warmer weather means more bikes on the road, which also means that this is a good time for motorcycle riders to brush up on road safety.

To tattoo, or not to tattoo

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Tattoos are becoming increasingly popular among students. While some students do it as an easy way to express themselves others admit they do it...
Eilonwy Kimball (red shirt) from Plot Bunny Studios shows her portfolio to an attendee.

Salt Lake Comic Con 2014 boasts larger crowds than ever before

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Now that reporter Aldo Gomez has had time to recharge after Salt Lake Comic Con, here's the basic rundown of the convention.

President’s monumental proclamations met with protests, praise in Utah

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Assessing Utahns’ preparedness for earthquakes

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The Wasatch Fault Zone is due for a major earthquake, and Utahns can take additional steps to be better prepared.