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Rainbow flag in front of Salt Lake Temple

Questioning conversion therapy

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LGBTQ leaders and community members speak out against conversion therapy, a practice that attempts to change an individual's sexual orientation.
Facade scattered on ground in front of old building

5.7-magnitude earthquake rattles Salt Lake Valley

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A magnitude 5.7 earthquake shook the Wasatch Front shortly after 7 a.m. Wednesday.
Kael Weston

#SLCCvotes: 5 questions for Kael Weston

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Learn more about Kael Weston, the Democratic candidate for Utah's 2nd Congressional District.
Army Spc. Angel Laureano holds a vial of the COVID-19 vaccine

Students react to COVID-19 vaccine rollout

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With three COVID-19 vaccines now available, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox expanded eligibility to include all residents 16 and older.
Side view of Satanic Temple statue

Peeking into The Satanic Temple

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Read up on The Satanic Temple, a federally recognized, nontheistic religion and human rights group.
Feet of a newborn baby lying in a pediatric hospital bed

US birth rates hit historic lows, according to latest Census data

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As the COVID pandemic accelerates a decade-long trend, birth rates in the United States have plunged to historic lows.
Distant view of visitors standing near the Great Salt Lake

Hazardous metals aren’t only in Great Salt Lake’s dust, they’re in the ecosystem too

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Metals and chemicals dumped into Great Salt Lake's tributaries have been found in the lake's vital ecosystem.
#SLCCvotes 2022: vote by mail or in person; Election Day is Nov 8th

SLCC votes 2022: US House District 4

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Learn more about Republican Rep. Burgess Owens, Democratic challenger Darlene McDonald and United Utah Party candidate January Walker in this debate recap for Utah's 4th Congressional District seat.
Daryl Lindsey gardening

A Utah business owner and TikToker is bringing attention to sustainable landscaping

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yardfarmer.co founder Daryl Lindsey’s career in landscaping began as a hobby.
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Great Salt Lake Collaborative wins journalism partnership award

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The Great Salt Lake Collaborative received top recognition for Excellence in Collaboration and Partnership from the 2023 Online Journalism Awards.
View of Utah State Senate floor from second-story balcony

Utah legislature puts initiative changes on November ballot

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The special session was called amid the Utah Supreme Court’s decision to restrict the legislature’s power to revise voter initiatives.
Illustration of people sitting outside on a picnic blanket

How students can give back to the environment this Earth Day

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Earth Day is more than just a date on the calendar; it's a holiday rooted in selfless tradition. Learn about local volunteer opportunities happening this week.